Owner's Manual
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...Warranty and Customer Relations (U. only) (how to order) ...413 Index ...I Service Information Summary ( fluid capacities and tire pressures) 31STK610 1 S. 2008 RDX Online Reference Owner's Manual Contents Owner's Identification Form Introduction ...i A Few Words About Safety ...iii Important Handling Information ...iv Your Vehicle at a ... Controls (indicators, gauges, multi-information display, dashboard, and steering column) ...59 Features (climate control, audio, steering wheel, security, cruise control, HomeLink,and other convenience items) .. 159 Before Driving (fuel, vehicle break-
...Warranty and Customer Relations (U. only) (how to order) ...413 Index ...I Service Information Summary ( fluid capacities and tire pressures) 31STK610 1 S. 2008 RDX Online Reference Owner's Manual Contents Owner's Identification Form Introduction ...i A Few Words About Safety ...iii Important Handling Information ...iv Your Vehicle at a ... Controls (indicators, gauges, multi-information display, dashboard, and steering column) ...59 Features (climate control, audio, steering wheel, security, cruise control, HomeLink,and other convenience items) .. 159 Before Driving (fuel, vehicle break-
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... to the dealer for maintenance service. plus what you need to know if you need when you pull up to the fuel pump. 2 2008 RDX There is also a list of the Unexpected This section covers several problems motorists sometimes experience, and details how to handle them . and Canada... Driving What gasoline to use, how to breakin your vehicle. Warranty and Client Relations (U.S. Features How to operate the climate control system, the audio system, and other cargo. only) How to start the engine, shift the transmission, and park; Instruments and Controls Explains the purpose of Contents...
... to the dealer for maintenance service. plus what you need to know if you need when you pull up to the fuel pump. 2 2008 RDX There is also a list of the Unexpected This section covers several problems motorists sometimes experience, and details how to handle them . and Canada... Driving What gasoline to use, how to breakin your vehicle. Warranty and Client Relations (U.S. Features How to operate the climate control system, the audio system, and other cargo. only) How to start the engine, shift the transmission, and park; Instruments and Controls Explains the purpose of Contents...
Owner's Manual
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...146) POWER DOOR LOCK MASTER SWITCH (P.123) POWER WINDOW SWITCHES (P.140) HOOD RELEASE HANDLE (P.275) FUEL FILL DOOR RELEASE HANDLE (P.273) AUDIO SYSTEM (P.170) 1 CEILING CONSOLE 3 MIRROR CONTROL AUTO BUTTON (P.144) PASSENGER'S FRONT AIRBAG (P.9, 32) Your Vehicle at a Glance CLIMATE ...(P.160) POWER DOOR LOCK MASTER SWITCH (P.123) POWER WINDOW SWITCH (P.140) AUDIO SYSTEM (P.189) PARKING BRAKE PEDAL (P.148) AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION (P.293) 2 ACCESSORY POWER SOCKET (P.155) 1: On RDX model only 2: On RDX with Technology Package model only 3: HomeLink Buttons (P.247) Moonroof Switch (P.142) ...
...146) POWER DOOR LOCK MASTER SWITCH (P.123) POWER WINDOW SWITCHES (P.140) HOOD RELEASE HANDLE (P.275) FUEL FILL DOOR RELEASE HANDLE (P.273) AUDIO SYSTEM (P.170) 1 CEILING CONSOLE 3 MIRROR CONTROL AUTO BUTTON (P.144) PASSENGER'S FRONT AIRBAG (P.9, 32) Your Vehicle at a Glance CLIMATE ...(P.160) POWER DOOR LOCK MASTER SWITCH (P.123) POWER WINDOW SWITCH (P.140) AUDIO SYSTEM (P.189) PARKING BRAKE PEDAL (P.148) AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION (P.293) 2 ACCESSORY POWER SOCKET (P.155) 1: On RDX model only 2: On RDX with Technology Package model only 3: HomeLink Buttons (P.247) Moonroof Switch (P.142) ...
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...WINDSHIELD HAZARD WARNING BUTTON WIPERS/WASHERS/ (P.118) REAR WINDOW NAVIGATION SYSTEM UPPER DISPLAY 3 WIPER/WASHER CENTER DISPLAY 2 (P.169) (P.168) (P.112/113) 3, 4 / REMOTE AUDIO CONTROL BUTTONS (P.230) VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST (VSA) OFF SWITCH (P.313) MIRROR CONTROLS (P.144) VOICE CONTROL BUTTONS 3, 4 PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF INDICATOR (P.32) REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER/... CONTROL BUTTONS (P.234) SEAT HEATER SWITCHES (P.139) 1: 2: 3: 4: To use the horn, press the center pad of the steering wheel. On RDX model only On RDX with Technology Package model only Refer to the navigation system manual...
...WINDSHIELD HAZARD WARNING BUTTON WIPERS/WASHERS/ (P.118) REAR WINDOW NAVIGATION SYSTEM UPPER DISPLAY 3 WIPER/WASHER CENTER DISPLAY 2 (P.169) (P.168) (P.112/113) 3, 4 / REMOTE AUDIO CONTROL BUTTONS (P.230) VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST (VSA) OFF SWITCH (P.313) MIRROR CONTROLS (P.144) VOICE CONTROL BUTTONS 3, 4 PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF INDICATOR (P.32) REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER/... CONTROL BUTTONS (P.234) SEAT HEATER SWITCHES (P.139) 1: 2: 3: 4: To use the horn, press the center pad of the steering wheel. On RDX model only On RDX with Technology Package model only Refer to the navigation system manual...
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...) POWER WINDOW SWITCH (P.140) PARKING BRAKE PEDAL (P.148) AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION (P.293) ACCESSORY POWER SOCKET (P.155) AUDIO SYSTEM (P.170) 1 CEILING CONSOLE 3 MIRROR CONTROL AUTO BUTTON (P.144) CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM (P.160) AUDIO SYSTEM (P.189) 2 1: On RDX model only 2: On RDX Technology Package model only 3: HomeLink Buttons (P.274) Moonroof Switch (P.142) Front Ceiling Light Switch (P.149) 60...
...) POWER WINDOW SWITCH (P.140) PARKING BRAKE PEDAL (P.148) AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION (P.293) ACCESSORY POWER SOCKET (P.155) AUDIO SYSTEM (P.170) 1 CEILING CONSOLE 3 MIRROR CONTROL AUTO BUTTON (P.144) CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM (P.160) AUDIO SYSTEM (P.189) 2 1: On RDX model only 2: On RDX Technology Package model only 3: HomeLink Buttons (P.274) Moonroof Switch (P.142) Front Ceiling Light Switch (P.149) 60...
Owner's Manual
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On RDX model only On RDX with Technology Package model only Refer to the navigation system manual. 111 2008 RDX Main Menu Table Of Contents Controls Near the Steering Wheel HEADLIGHTS/TURN SIGNAL/ FOG LIGHTS (P.114/115) PADDLE SHIFTERS (P.297) ...WINDSHIELD WIPERS/WASHERS/ REAR WINDOW WIPER/WASHER (P.112/113) HAZARD WARNING BUTTON (P.118) UPPER DISPLAY (P.169) 3 REMOTE AUDIO CONTROL BUTTONS (P.230) VEHICLE...
On RDX model only On RDX with Technology Package model only Refer to the navigation system manual. 111 2008 RDX Main Menu Table Of Contents Controls Near the Steering Wheel HEADLIGHTS/TURN SIGNAL/ FOG LIGHTS (P.114/115) PADDLE SHIFTERS (P.297) ...WINDSHIELD WIPERS/WASHERS/ REAR WINDOW WIPER/WASHER (P.112/113) HAZARD WARNING BUTTON (P.118) UPPER DISPLAY (P.169) 3 REMOTE AUDIO CONTROL BUTTONS (P.230) VEHICLE...
Owner's Manual
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... LOCK (0) or the ACCESSORY (I ), ON (II), and START (III). You will also see page 78 ). The shift lever must push the key in slightly. 122 2008 RDX ON (II) This is the normal key position when driving. START (III) Use this position. LOCK (0) You can insert or remove the key only in... turn off the beeper. You will hear a reminder beeper if you leave the key in the ignition switch in Park before you can operate the audio system and the accessory power sockets in this position only to start the engine. ACCESSORY (I ) to the ON (II) position. The switch returns to ...
... LOCK (0) or the ACCESSORY (I ), ON (II), and START (III). You will also see page 78 ). The shift lever must push the key in slightly. 122 2008 RDX ON (II) This is the normal key position when driving. START (III) Use this position. LOCK (0) You can insert or remove the key only in... turn off the beeper. You will hear a reminder beeper if you leave the key in the ignition switch in Park before you can operate the audio system and the accessory power sockets in this position only to start the engine. ACCESSORY (I ) to the ON (II) position. The switch returns to ...
Owner's Manual
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...Radio Reception ...221 Protecting Your Discs ...223 CD Changer Error Messages ...226 Playing the XM Satellite Radio .. 228 Remote Audio Controls...230 Radio Theft Protection...232 Security System ...233 Cruise Control ...234 AcuraLink ...237 HomeLink Universal Transceiver...247 Bluetooth HandsFreeLink ......252 Rear View Camera and Monitor .. 270 Features 159 2008 RDX Main Menu Features The climate control system in all weather conditions. The security system helps to the navigation system manual ...
...Radio Reception ...221 Protecting Your Discs ...223 CD Changer Error Messages ...226 Playing the XM Satellite Radio .. 228 Remote Audio Controls...230 Radio Theft Protection...232 Security System ...233 Cruise Control ...234 AcuraLink ...237 HomeLink Universal Transceiver...247 Bluetooth HandsFreeLink ......252 Rear View Camera and Monitor .. 270 Features 159 2008 RDX Main Menu Features The climate control system in all weather conditions. The security system helps to the navigation system manual ...
Owner's Manual
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Main Menu Table Of Contents Audio System Read the appropriate pages in this section for operation of the audio systems installed in your vehicle. For RDX model, see page 189 thru 220 . For RDX with Technology Package model, see pages 170 thru 188 . model is shown. 168 2008 RDX RDX model U.S.
Main Menu Table Of Contents Audio System Read the appropriate pages in this section for operation of the audio systems installed in your vehicle. For RDX model, see page 189 thru 220 . For RDX with Technology Package model, see pages 170 thru 188 . model is shown. 168 2008 RDX RDX model U.S.
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model is shown. 169 2008 RDX Main Menu Table Of Contents Audio System RDX with Technology Package model Features U.S.
model is shown. 169 2008 RDX Main Menu Table Of Contents Audio System RDX with Technology Package model Features U.S.
Owner's Manual
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... A.SEL INDICATOR FM BUTTON AM BUTTON A.SEL/RDM BUTTON SCAN BUTTON SEEK/SKIP BAR TUNE/FOLDER BAR PWR/VOL KNOB U.S. PRESET BARS 170 2008 RDX XM satellite radio information is not available. Stereo reproduction on AM is available on page 183 . model is displayed. Main Menu Table Of Contents... Audio System To Play the AM/FM Radio On RDX model The ignition switch must be shown on the center display if the station is broadcasting in the ACCESSORY (I) or ...
... A.SEL INDICATOR FM BUTTON AM BUTTON A.SEL/RDM BUTTON SCAN BUTTON SEEK/SKIP BAR TUNE/FOLDER BAR PWR/VOL KNOB U.S. PRESET BARS 170 2008 RDX XM satellite radio information is not available. Stereo reproduction on AM is available on page 183 . model is displayed. Main Menu Table Of Contents... Audio System To Play the AM/FM Radio On RDX model The ignition switch must be shown on the center display if the station is broadcasting in the ACCESSORY (I) or ...
Owner's Manual
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... When it plays a station you hear a beep. 4. Repeat steps 1 through 3 to store a total of the preset bar. 2. Main Menu Table Of Contents Audio System To Select a Station You can store one , it will stop when you want to listen to, press the SCAN button again. To activate it... system will stop and play it . If you press and hold it until you want to find a station with a strong signal. Features CONTINUED 171 2008 RDX Use the TUNE, SEEK, or SCAN function to tune the radio to a desired frequency. Pick the preset number (1 6), for the station you release ...
... When it plays a station you hear a beep. 4. Repeat steps 1 through 3 to store a total of the preset bar. 2. Main Menu Table Of Contents Audio System To Select a Station You can store one , it will stop when you want to listen to, press the SCAN button again. To activate it... system will stop and play it . If you press and hold it until you want to find a station with a strong signal. Features CONTINUED 171 2008 RDX Use the TUNE, SEEK, or SCAN function to tune the radio to a desired frequency. Pick the preset number (1 6), for the station you release ...
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... A. Radio Frequencies and Reception For information on AM/FM radio frequencies and reception, see page 186 . 172 2008 RDX Adjusting the Sound For information, see page 221 . SEL/RDM button. Main Menu Table Of Contents Audio System If you are AUTO SELECT traveling far from home and can no longer receive your preset...
... A. Radio Frequencies and Reception For information on AM/FM radio frequencies and reception, see page 186 . 172 2008 RDX Adjusting the Sound For information, see page 221 . SEL/RDM button. Main Menu Table Of Contents Audio System If you are AUTO SELECT traveling far from home and can no longer receive your preset...
Owner's Manual
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Main Menu Table Of Contents Audio System Operating the CD Changer On RDX model Normal mode SCAN (D-SCAN) INDICATOR RPT (D-RPT) INDICATOR MP3/WMA mode FOLDER NUMBER SCAN (F-SCAN) INDICATOR RPT (F-RPT) INDICATOR VOLUME LEVEL Features DISC NUMBER TRACK NUMBER DISC INDICATOR RDM INDICATOR U.S. model is shown. MP3 MODE INDICATOR WMA MODE INDICATOR RDM (F-RDM) INDICATOR CONTINUED 173 2008 RDX
Main Menu Table Of Contents Audio System Operating the CD Changer On RDX model Normal mode SCAN (D-SCAN) INDICATOR RPT (D-RPT) INDICATOR MP3/WMA mode FOLDER NUMBER SCAN (F-SCAN) INDICATOR RPT (F-RPT) INDICATOR VOLUME LEVEL Features DISC NUMBER TRACK NUMBER DISC INDICATOR RDM INDICATOR U.S. model is shown. MP3 MODE INDICATOR WMA MODE INDICATOR RDM (F-RDM) INDICATOR CONTINUED 173 2008 RDX
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CD/AUX BUTTON RPT BUTTON SCAN BUTTON SEEK/SKIP BAR DISP/MODE BUTTON A.SEL/RDM BUTTON TUNE/FOLDER BAR PWR/VOL KNOB PRESET BARS LOAD BUTTON EJECT BUTTON DISC LOAD INDICATOR DISC SLOT 174 2008 RDX model is shown. Main Menu Table Of Contents Audio System U.S.
CD/AUX BUTTON RPT BUTTON SCAN BUTTON SEEK/SKIP BAR DISP/MODE BUTTON A.SEL/RDM BUTTON TUNE/FOLDER BAR PWR/VOL KNOB PRESET BARS LOAD BUTTON EJECT BUTTON DISC LOAD INDICATOR DISC SLOT 174 2008 RDX model is shown. Main Menu Table Of Contents Audio System U.S.
Owner's Manual
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... player. The disc changer can also play MP3 or WMA format (see page 177 ). Features Do not use CDs with the same controls used for audio use only high quality discs labeled for the radio. For best results when using CD-R or CD-RW discs, use . The label can curl up... and cause the CD to be in -dash CD changer that holds up to six CDs, providing several hours of these marks. CONTINUED 175 2008 RDX You cannot load and play these disc formats: CD (CD-DA) CD-R/RW The disc packages or jackets should have one of continuous entertainment. To...
... player. The disc changer can also play MP3 or WMA format (see page 177 ). Features Do not use CDs with the same controls used for audio use only high quality discs labeled for the radio. For best results when using CD-R or CD-RW discs, use . The label can curl up... and cause the CD to be in -dash CD changer that holds up to six CDs, providing several hours of these marks. CONTINUED 175 2008 RDX You cannot load and play these disc formats: CD (CD-DA) CD-R/RW The disc packages or jackets should have one of continuous entertainment. To...
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... loaded. ''DISC READ'' appears on the center display, and the disc load indicator turns red and starts blinking. 2. You could damage the audio unit. 4. You could damage the audio unit. 176 2008 RDX Repeat steps 1 through 3 until you hear a beep. To load a single disc: 1. You will wait for 10 seconds, stop the load operation... until all six positions are loaded. Press and hold the LOAD button on the center display at the same time. Main Menu Table Of Contents Audio System Loading CDs in the Changer To load multiple discs in the rest of the way.
... loaded. ''DISC READ'' appears on the center display, and the disc load indicator turns red and starts blinking. 2. You could damage the audio unit. 4. You could damage the audio unit. 176 2008 RDX Repeat steps 1 through 3 until you hear a beep. To load a single disc: 1. You will wait for 10 seconds, stop the load operation... until all six positions are loaded. Press and hold the LOAD button on the center display at the same time. Main Menu Table Of Contents Audio System Loading CDs in the Changer To load multiple discs in the rest of the way.
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... there are more than 99 folders in the CD changer, the system will see the disc and track numbers displayed. Main Menu Table Of Contents Audio System 3. Select the empty position (the disc indicator is playing, the system will advance to the next disc and begin playing the last selected CD... system reaches the end of the preset bar (1 6). Playing an MP3/WMA Disc The CD changer can hold up to play the CD. Features 177 2008 RDX
... there are more than 99 folders in the CD changer, the system will see the disc and track numbers displayed. Main Menu Table Of Contents Audio System 3. Select the empty position (the disc indicator is playing, the system will advance to the next disc and begin playing the last selected CD... system reaches the end of the preset bar (1 6). Playing an MP3/WMA Disc The CD changer can hold up to play the CD. Features 177 2008 RDX
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... show on the center display. You will be shown on the center display. Each time a new track, file, or folder plays. 178 2008 RDX Main Menu Table Of Contents Audio System The specifications of the compatible MP3 file are : Sampling frequency: 32/44.1/48 kHz Bit rate: 48/64/80/96/128/160...
... show on the center display. You will be shown on the center display. Each time a new track, file, or folder plays. 178 2008 RDX Main Menu Table Of Contents Audio System The specifications of the compatible MP3 file are : Sampling frequency: 32/44.1/48 kHz Bit rate: 48/64/80/96/128/160...
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... select a different folder, press and release the side of the TUNE/ FOLDER bar to move to the beginning of the previous folder. Features CONTINUED 179 2008 RDX In MP3/WMA mode, use the TUNE/FOLDER bar to select folders in the disc, and use the SEEK/SKIP bar to select passages and... change files. Press it again to skip to the beginning of the next folder. Main Menu Table Of Contents Audio System To Change or Select Tracks/Files While a disc is playing you press and release the side of the SEEK/SKIP bar, the system skips...
... select a different folder, press and release the side of the TUNE/ FOLDER bar to move to the beginning of the previous folder. Features CONTINUED 179 2008 RDX In MP3/WMA mode, use the TUNE/FOLDER bar to select folders in the disc, and use the SEEK/SKIP bar to select passages and... change files. Press it again to skip to the beginning of the next folder. Main Menu Table Of Contents Audio System To Change or Select Tracks/Files While a disc is playing you press and release the side of the SEEK/SKIP bar, the system skips...