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... 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 Glance (main controls) ...3 Driver and Passenger Safety (seat belts, SRS, and child protection) ...5 Instruments and Controls (indicators, gauges, multi-information display, dashboard, and steering column) ...59...
... 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 Glance (main controls) ...3 Driver and Passenger Safety (seat belts, SRS, and child protection) ...5 Instruments and Controls (indicators, gauges, multi-information display, dashboard, and steering column) ...59...
Owner's Manual
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... control system, the audio system, and other technical literature. plus what you need when you pull up to the fuel pump. 2 2008 RDX Maintenance The maintenance minder shows you when you 're planning to tow a trailer. Taking Care of things to check and instructions on ... A summary of the warranties covering your vehicle's seat belts, an overview of the supplemental restraint system, and valuable information on the dashboard and steering column. Driver and Passenger Safety Important information about the proper use the controls on how to protect children with child restraints. ...
... control system, the audio system, and other technical literature. plus what you need when you pull up to the fuel pump. 2 2008 RDX Maintenance The maintenance minder shows you when you 're planning to tow a trailer. Taking Care of things to check and instructions on ... A summary of the warranties covering your vehicle's seat belts, an overview of the supplemental restraint system, and valuable information on the dashboard and steering column. Driver and Passenger Safety Important information about the proper use the controls on how to protect children with child restraints. ...
Owner's Manual
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... protection in a severe crash, even when seat belts are not properly restrained or sitting properly. 10 2008 RDX Remember, however, that can maximize your seat belt properly, and sit upright and as far back from the dashboard as possible while allowing full control of this section gives more serious or even fatal injuries...
... protection in a severe crash, even when seat belts are not properly restrained or sitting properly. 10 2008 RDX Remember, however, that can maximize your seat belt properly, and sit upright and as far back from the dashboard as possible while allowing full control of this section gives more serious or even fatal injuries...
Owner's Manual
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...This vehicle has auto door locking/ unlocking features. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and Transport Canada recommend that you to the steering wheel or dashboard, you can adjust the steering wheel up and down, and in and out (see page 119 ). Main Menu Table Of Contents Protecting Adults ...still reach the controls, we recommend that drivers allow at least 10 inches (25 cm) between the center of adaptive equipment may help. 12 2008 RDX Adjust the driver's seat as far to the rear as possible. 2.Adjust the Front Seats If you sit too close to maintain full control ...
...This vehicle has auto door locking/ unlocking features. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and Transport Canada recommend that you to the steering wheel or dashboard, you can adjust the steering wheel up and down, and in and out (see page 119 ). Main Menu Table Of Contents Protecting Adults ...still reach the controls, we recommend that drivers allow at least 10 inches (25 cm) between the center of adaptive equipment may help. 12 2008 RDX Adjust the driver's seat as far to the rear as possible. 2.Adjust the Front Seats If you sit too close to maintain full control ...
Owner's Manual
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...is about 65 lbs (29 kg) or less (the weight of the seatbacks. A sophisticated electronic system that can detect if your vehicle is in the dashboard. Both are stored in the center of the seat from the front airbag. Two side curtain airbags, one for each side of the vehicle. A ... distance of the steering wheel; Both are latched or unlatched (see page 29 ). The driver's airbag is stored in the ON (II) position. 24 2008 RDX the front passenger's airbag is stored in the outer edges of an infant or small child), the passenger's front airbag will inflate with less force...
...is about 65 lbs (29 kg) or less (the weight of the seatbacks. A sophisticated electronic system that can detect if your vehicle is in the dashboard. Both are stored in the center of the seat from the front airbag. Two side curtain airbags, one for each side of the vehicle. A ... distance of the steering wheel; Both are latched or unlatched (see page 29 ). The driver's airbag is stored in the ON (II) position. 24 2008 RDX the front passenger's airbag is stored in the outer edges of an infant or small child), the passenger's front airbag will inflate with less force...
Owner's Manual
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..., or if the advanced airbag system has turned the passenger's airbag off (see page 32 ). An indicator on the dashboard that alerts you to a possible problem with the force needed. 25 2008 RDX Main Menu Table Of Contents Additional Information About Your Airbags An indicator on the instrument panel that alerts you that...
..., or if the advanced airbag system has turned the passenger's airbag off (see page 32 ). An indicator on the dashboard that alerts you to a possible problem with the force needed. 25 2008 RDX Main Menu Table Of Contents Additional Information About Your Airbags An indicator on the instrument panel that alerts you that...
Owner's Manual
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...of an infant or small child (up to be off . If it . Although Acura does not encourage carrying an infant or small child in the center of the front ...and its sensors. When the airbag is not, the mat may interfere with the proper operation of the dashboard comes on (see page 354 ). If the weight sensors detect there is properly positioned on the floor...off '' indicator in front, if the sensors detect the weight of the front passenger's seat. 28 2008 RDX Moving the front seat forcibly back against the folded rear seat. PASSENGER'S SEAT WEIGHT SENSORS The passenger's ...
...of an infant or small child (up to be off . If it . Although Acura does not encourage carrying an infant or small child in the center of the front ...and its sensors. When the airbag is not, the mat may interfere with the proper operation of the dashboard comes on (see page 354 ). If the weight sensors detect there is properly positioned on the floor...off '' indicator in front, if the sensors detect the weight of the front passenger's seat. 28 2008 RDX Moving the front seat forcibly back against the folded rear seat. PASSENGER'S SEAT WEIGHT SENSORS The passenger's ...
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Main Menu Table Of Contents Protecting Children To remind you of the passenger's front airbag hazards, and that children must be properly restrained in a back seat, your vehicle has warning labels on these labels. Please read and follow the instructions on the dashboard (U.S. Models SUN VISORS General Guidelines DASHBOARD Driver and Passenger Safety Canadian Models SUN VISORS 37 2008 RDX models) and on the front visors. U.S.
Main Menu Table Of Contents Protecting Children To remind you of the passenger's front airbag hazards, and that children must be properly restrained in a back seat, your vehicle has warning labels on these labels. Please read and follow the instructions on the dashboard (U.S. Models SUN VISORS General Guidelines DASHBOARD Driver and Passenger Safety Canadian Models SUN VISORS 37 2008 RDX models) and on the front visors. U.S.
Owner's Manual
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...be very seriously injured in a vehicle on the ignition switch, and open the tailgate, which can be thrown forward and crush the child against the dashboard or a seat-back. Teach your arms and be seriously hurt or killed. A child left in a crash. If you could press deep into... is illegal in most states and Canadian provinces, and can lead to prevent children from accidentally falling out (see page 124 ). 39 2008 RDX Even very young Driver and Passenger Safety could be very hazardous. Use the childproof door locks to accidental injury or death.
...be very seriously injured in a vehicle on the ignition switch, and open the tailgate, which can be thrown forward and crush the child against the dashboard or a seat-back. Teach your arms and be seriously hurt or killed. A child left in a crash. If you could press deep into... is illegal in most states and Canadian provinces, and can lead to prevent children from accidentally falling out (see page 124 ). 39 2008 RDX Even very young Driver and Passenger Safety could be very hazardous. Use the childproof door locks to accidental injury or death.
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models only SUN VISORS U.S. DASHBOARD U.S. models only CONTINUED 57 2008 RDX They warn you of potential hazards that could cause serious injury or death. If a label comes off or becomes hard to read (except for a replacement. dashboard label which may be removed by the owner), contact your dealer for the U.S. models Canadian models Driver and Passenger Safety SUN VISOR U.S. Read these labels carefully. Main Menu Table Of Contents Safety Labels These labels are in the locations shown.
models only SUN VISORS U.S. DASHBOARD U.S. models only CONTINUED 57 2008 RDX They warn you of potential hazards that could cause serious injury or death. If a label comes off or becomes hard to read (except for a replacement. dashboard label which may be removed by the owner), contact your dealer for the U.S. models Canadian models Driver and Passenger Safety SUN VISOR U.S. Read these labels carefully. Main Menu Table Of Contents Safety Labels These labels are in the locations shown.
Owner's Manual
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... will also turn off , the temperature in the display will flow from the dashboard corner vents in the dashboard. To Turn Everything Off If you press the OFF button, the climate control system shuts off for short periods only. 164 2008 RDX Air flows from the floor vents. Airflow is turned off . Airflow is... Contents Climate Control System Mode Button Use the MODE button to the current mode each time you press the button. The mode indicator in the dashboard and the floor vents.
... will also turn off , the temperature in the display will flow from the dashboard corner vents in the dashboard. To Turn Everything Off If you press the OFF button, the climate control system shuts off for short periods only. 164 2008 RDX Air flows from the floor vents. Airflow is turned off . Airflow is... Contents Climate Control System Mode Button Use the MODE button to the current mode each time you press the button. The mode indicator in the dashboard and the floor vents.
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A sunlight sensor is in the top of the dashboard, and a temperature sensor is next to the steering column. Do not cover the sensors or spill any liquid on them. 167 2008 RDX Main Menu Table Of Contents Climate Control Sensors Sunlight Sensor/Temperature Sensor SUNLIGHT SENSOR Features 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. Do not cover the sensors or spill any liquid on them. 167 2008 RDX Main Menu Table Of Contents Climate Control Sensors Sunlight Sensor/Temperature Sensor SUNLIGHT SENSOR Features TEMPERATURE SENSOR The climate control system has two sensors.
Owner's Manual
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... interface dial. See the navigation section in your vehicle can scroll the display and enter the setting with the interface dial only. 189 2008 RDX Features DIAL Your vehicle has the interface dial on the navigation display and adjust the level or condition. Push the selector to the left... or right to select or scroll through a list or item(s) on the dashboard to scroll through and select a list or item(s). Voice Control System The audio system for your quick start guide for complete details. Turning ...
... interface dial. See the navigation section in your vehicle can scroll the display and enter the setting with the interface dial only. 189 2008 RDX Features DIAL Your vehicle has the interface dial on the navigation display and adjust the level or condition. Push the selector to the left... or right to select or scroll through a list or item(s) on the dashboard to scroll through and select a list or item(s). Voice Control System The audio system for your quick start guide for complete details. Turning ...
Owner's Manual
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... tab, door lock master switch, or remote transmitter. SECURITY SYSTEM INDICATOR Features Once the security system is set, a beep will cause it . 233 2008 RDX Do not attempt to alter this system or add other devices to it to alarm. If the system is set, opening any door is set... combination of headlights, parking lights, side marker lights, and taillights flashes if someone attempts to break into your vehicle and valuables from the dashboard or the wiring is setting itself. The security system will not set after you must lock the doors and the tailgate from the outside ...
... tab, door lock master switch, or remote transmitter. SECURITY SYSTEM INDICATOR Features Once the security system is set, a beep will cause it . 233 2008 RDX Do not attempt to alter this system or add other devices to it to alarm. If the system is set, opening any door is set... combination of headlights, parking lights, side marker lights, and taillights flashes if someone attempts to break into your vehicle and valuables from the dashboard or the wiring is setting itself. The security system will not set after you must lock the doors and the tailgate from the outside ...
Owner's Manual
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... area is shown on the dashboard. To avoid scratching the lens when you shift to darken the image. 270 2008 RDX For the best picture, always keep the rearview camera clean, and do not cover the camera lens. Main Menu Table Of Contents Rearview Camera and Monitor On RDX with the ignition switch in...
... area is shown on the dashboard. To avoid scratching the lens when you shift to darken the image. 270 2008 RDX For the best picture, always keep the rearview camera clean, and do not cover the camera lens. Main Menu Table Of Contents Rearview Camera and Monitor On RDX with the ignition switch in...
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...inspected by a dealer. If the hood latch handle moves stiffly, or if you can restart the engine, the message appears again. CONTINUED 275 2008 RDX If the fuel fill cap was not already tightened, turn the engine off, and check or retighten the fuel fill cap until it clicks at... hood near the center. Park the vehicle, and set the parking brake. Pull the hood release handle located under the front edge of the dashboard. If it is tightened or replaced. Opening and Closing the Hood HOOD RELEASE HANDLE Before Driving LATCH 1. Slide your vehicle's evaporative emissions system,...
...inspected by a dealer. If the hood latch handle moves stiffly, or if you can restart the engine, the message appears again. CONTINUED 275 2008 RDX If the fuel fill cap was not already tightened, turn the engine off, and check or retighten the fuel fill cap until it clicks at... hood near the center. Park the vehicle, and set the parking brake. Pull the hood release handle located under the front edge of the dashboard. If it is tightened or replaced. Opening and Closing the Hood HOOD RELEASE HANDLE Before Driving LATCH 1. Slide your vehicle's evaporative emissions system,...
Owner's Manual
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You can see it by looking through the windshield on the certification label. VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER CERTIFICATION LABEL 394 2008 RDX Main Menu Table Of Contents Identification Numbers Your vehicle has several identifying numbers located in bar code on the driver's side. It is also... on the engine compartment bulkhead. The VIN is stamped on the certification label attached to the top of the dashboard. The easiest place to find the VIN is on a plate fastened to the driver's doorjamb, and is also provided in various places. The vehicle...
You can see it by looking through the windshield on the certification label. VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER CERTIFICATION LABEL 394 2008 RDX Main Menu Table Of Contents Identification Numbers Your vehicle has several identifying numbers located in bar code on the driver's side. It is also... on the engine compartment bulkhead. The VIN is stamped on the certification label attached to the top of the dashboard. The easiest place to find the VIN is on a plate fastened to the driver's doorjamb, and is also provided in various places. The vehicle...
Owner's Manual
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... 65 AH/20 HR 397 2008 RDX Main Menu Table Of Contents Specifications Air Conditioning Refrigerant type Charge quantity Lubricant type Lights Headlights Fuses Interior Under-hood HFC-134a (R-134a) 15.8 17.6 oz (450 500 g) SP-10 See page 389 or the fuse label attached to the dashboard. High Low Front turn signal...
... 65 AH/20 HR 397 2008 RDX Main Menu Table Of Contents Specifications Air Conditioning Refrigerant type Charge quantity Lubricant type Lights Headlights Fuses Interior Under-hood HFC-134a (R-134a) 15.8 17.6 oz (450 500 g) SP-10 See page 389 or the fuse label attached to the dashboard. High Low Front turn signal...
Owner's Manual
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... Starting ...377 Low Oil Pressure Indicator ...381 Malfunction Indicator Lamp ...382 Overheated Engine ...379 Tailgate Open ...126 Emergency Towing ...391 CONTINUED D DANGER, Explanation of ...iii Dashboard ...3, 60 Daytime Running Lights...116 Dead Battery ...377 Default All...83 Defects, Reporting Safety ...412 Defogger, Rear Window ...118 Defrosting the Windows ...163 Dimensions ...396...
... Starting ...377 Low Oil Pressure Indicator ...381 Malfunction Indicator Lamp ...382 Overheated Engine ...379 Tailgate Open ...126 Emergency Towing ...391 CONTINUED D DANGER, Explanation of ...iii Dashboard ...3, 60 Daytime Running Lights...116 Dead Battery ...377 Default All...83 Defects, Reporting Safety ...412 Defogger, Rear Window ...118 Defrosting the Windows ...163 Dimensions ...396...