Owner's Manual
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... Summary ( fluid capacities and tire pressures) 31STK610 1 and Canada only) (warranty and contact information) ...409 Authorized Manuals (U. 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...Features (climate control, audio, steering wheel, security, cruise control, HomeLink,and other convenience items) .. 159 Before Driving (fuel, vehicle break- S. in, and cargo loading) ...271 Driving (engine and transmission operation) ...289 Maintenance (minders, fluid...
... Summary ( fluid capacities and tire pressures) 31STK610 1 and Canada only) (warranty and contact information) ...409 Authorized Manuals (U. 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...Features (climate control, audio, steering wheel, security, cruise control, HomeLink,and other convenience items) .. 159 Before Driving (fuel, vehicle break- S. in, and cargo loading) ...271 Driving (engine and transmission operation) ...289 Maintenance (minders, fluid...
Owner's Manual
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... proper use the controls on the dashboard and steering column. plus what you need to know if you need when you pull up to the fuel pump. 2 2008 RDX Taking Care of the information you need to take your vehicle to the dealer for maintenance service. Refer to your new vehicle, and how...
... proper use the controls on the dashboard and steering column. plus what you need to know if you need when you pull up to the fuel pump. 2 2008 RDX Taking Care of the information you need to take your vehicle to the dealer for maintenance service. Refer to your new vehicle, and how...
Owner's Manual
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... FRONT AIRBAG (P.9, 25) DRIVING POSITION MEMORY SYSTEM (P.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... (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) Front Ceiling Light Switch (P.149...
... FRONT AIRBAG (P.9, 25) DRIVING POSITION MEMORY SYSTEM (P.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... (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) Front Ceiling Light Switch (P.149...
Owner's Manual
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... Compartment ...156 Cargo Area Cover ...158 Instruments and Controls Control Locations ...60 Instrument Panel ...61 Instrument Panel Indicators ...62 Gauges ...71 Turbo Boost Meter...71 Fuel Gauge ...71 Multi-Information Display ...72 System Messages ...77 59 2008 RDX
... Compartment ...156 Cargo Area Cover ...158 Instruments and Controls Control Locations ...60 Instrument Panel ...61 Instrument Panel Indicators ...62 Gauges ...71 Turbo Boost Meter...71 Fuel Gauge ...71 Multi-Information Display ...72 System Messages ...77 59 2008 RDX
Owner's Manual
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... (P.61) GAUGES (P.71) DRIVING POSITION MEMORY SYSTEM (P.146) POWER DOOR LOCK MASTER SWITCH (P.123) POWER WINDOW SWITCHES (P.140) HOOD RELEASE HANDLE FUEL FILL DOOR (P.275) RELEASE HANDLE (P.273) POWER DOOR LOCK MASTER SWITCH (P.123) POWER WINDOW SWITCH (P.140) PARKING BRAKE PEDAL (P.148) AUTOMATIC ...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...
... (P.61) GAUGES (P.71) DRIVING POSITION MEMORY SYSTEM (P.146) POWER DOOR LOCK MASTER SWITCH (P.123) POWER WINDOW SWITCHES (P.140) HOOD RELEASE HANDLE FUEL FILL DOOR (P.275) RELEASE HANDLE (P.273) POWER DOOR LOCK MASTER SWITCH (P.123) POWER WINDOW SWITCH (P.140) PARKING BRAKE PEDAL (P.148) AUTOMATIC ...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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... INDICATOR (P.63, 381) CHARGING SYSTEM INDICATOR (P.63, 381) A/T TEMPERATURE INDICATOR (P.63) MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (P.63, 382) SYSTEM MESSAGE INDICATOR (P.70) FOG LIGHT INDICATOR (P.68) LOW FUEL INDICATOR (P.66) SECURITY SYSTEM INDICATOR (P.68) SEAT BELT REMINDER INDICATOR (P.19, 62) The U.S. instrument panel is shown. Differences for the Canadian models are noted in...
... INDICATOR (P.63, 381) CHARGING SYSTEM INDICATOR (P.63, 381) A/T TEMPERATURE INDICATOR (P.63) MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (P.63, 382) SYSTEM MESSAGE INDICATOR (P.70) FOG LIGHT INDICATOR (P.68) LOW FUEL INDICATOR (P.66) SECURITY SYSTEM INDICATOR (P.68) SEAT BELT REMINDER INDICATOR (P.19, 62) The U.S. instrument panel is shown. Differences for the Canadian models are noted in...
Owner's Manual
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... switch to the ON (II) position, and when the ignition switch is not a properlycoded key, the indicator will blink, and the engine's fuel system will also see a ''PASSENGER SIDE AIRBAG OFF'' message on when you have it indicates that the passenger's side airbag has automatically shut off... indicator on briefly when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position. You will be disabled (see page 121 ). 64 2008 RDX For more information, see page 78 ). Canada Side Airbag Off Indicator This indicator comes on the multiinformation display (see page 305 .
... switch to the ON (II) position, and when the ignition switch is not a properlycoded key, the indicator will blink, and the engine's fuel system will also see a ''PASSENGER SIDE AIRBAG OFF'' message on when you have it indicates that the passenger's side airbag has automatically shut off... indicator on briefly when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position. You will be disabled (see page 121 ). 64 2008 RDX For more information, see page 78 ). Canada Side Airbag Off Indicator This indicator comes on the multiinformation display (see page 305 .
Owner's Manual
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... it does not come on for a few seconds when you must refuel soon. There is a small reserve of fuel remaining in the tank when the reading does reach E. 66 2008 RDX For more information, see page 78 ). Without VSA, your vehicle to a dealer to the ON (II) position...there is a problem with the VSA system. Main Menu Table Of Contents Instrument Panel Indicators Low Fuel Indicator You will also see a ''FUEL LOW'' message on , there is about 2.5 US gal (9.5 ) of fuel remaining in the tank before the reading reaches E. When the indicator comes on the multi-information display...
... it does not come on for a few seconds when you must refuel soon. There is a small reserve of fuel remaining in the tank when the reading does reach E. 66 2008 RDX For more information, see page 78 ). Without VSA, your vehicle to a dealer to the ON (II) position...there is a problem with the VSA system. Main Menu Table Of Contents Instrument Panel Indicators Low Fuel Indicator You will also see a ''FUEL LOW'' message on , there is about 2.5 US gal (9.5 ) of fuel remaining in the tank before the reading reaches E. When the indicator comes on the multi-information display...
Owner's Manual
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... to the bottom after you have. MULTI-INFORMATION DISPLAY TURBO BOOST METER SELECT/RESET KNOB FUEL GAUGE CONTINUED 71 2008 RDX TACHOMETER SPEEDOMETER Instruments and Controls Avoid driving with an extremely low f uel level. Fuel Gauge This shows how much fuel you turn off the ignition. The needle returns to misf ire, damaging the catalytic...
... to the bottom after you have. MULTI-INFORMATION DISPLAY TURBO BOOST METER SELECT/RESET KNOB FUEL GAUGE CONTINUED 71 2008 RDX TACHOMETER SPEEDOMETER Instruments and Controls Avoid driving with an extremely low f uel level. Fuel Gauge This shows how much fuel you turn off the ignition. The needle returns to misf ire, damaging the catalytic...
Owner's Manual
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...and kilometers in the multi-information display (see page 89 ). 74 2008 RDX Trip Meter This meter shows the number of miles (U.S.) or kilometers.... It measures miles in Centigrade (Canadian models). There are two trip meters: Trip A and Trip B. FUEL A is in Fahrenheit (U.S. The temperature sensor is reset at the same time. You can cause an incorrect... disconnect, reset, or alter the odometer with the intent to ''0.0''. To reset a trip meter, display it . FUEL B is forming on the road surface. In certain weather conditions, temperature readings near freezing (32°F, 0°C)...
...and kilometers in the multi-information display (see page 89 ). 74 2008 RDX Trip Meter This meter shows the number of miles (U.S.) or kilometers.... It measures miles in Centigrade (Canadian models). There are two trip meters: Trip A and Trip B. FUEL A is in Fahrenheit (U.S. The temperature sensor is reset at the same time. You can cause an incorrect... disconnect, reset, or alter the odometer with the intent to ''0.0''. To reset a trip meter, display it . FUEL B is forming on the road surface. In certain weather conditions, temperature readings near freezing (32°F, 0°C)...
Owner's Manual
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... distance you can customize the Trip A and AVG. You can travel on the multiinformation display (see page 91 ). MPG (U.S. MPG or INST. FUEL A/B This shows your current fuel mileage. SPEED This shows the average speed you reset Trip A, AVG. models or kilometers per hour (mph) for continued troublefree driving. AVG. Main...ignition switch to page 327 for Canadian models. When you reset the trip meter, or if the vehicle's battery goes dead or is disconnected. 75 2008 RDX The average fuel mileage will vary with changes in the ON (II) position. models)/INST.
... distance you can customize the Trip A and AVG. You can travel on the multiinformation display (see page 91 ). MPG (U.S. MPG or INST. FUEL A/B This shows your current fuel mileage. SPEED This shows the average speed you reset Trip A, AVG. models or kilometers per hour (mph) for continued troublefree driving. AVG. Main...ignition switch to page 327 for Canadian models. When you reset the trip meter, or if the vehicle's battery goes dead or is disconnected. 75 2008 RDX The average fuel mileage will vary with changes in the ON (II) position. models)/INST.
Owner's Manual
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...outside temperature reading above or below its current reading. Resets the elapsed time of your current trip. Causes trip meter A and the average fuel economy to reset when you close the doors. Instruments and Controls 91 93 Changes how long (in seconds) the exterior lights stay on... TEMP. Changes when the system automatically locks the doors. 96 98 DOOR SETUP (P.100) AUTO DOOR LOCK 101 : Default setting CONTINUED 81 2008 RDX Changes how long (in seconds) the interior lights stay on after you close the driver's door. Main Menu Table Of Contents Multi-Information ...
...outside temperature reading above or below its current reading. Resets the elapsed time of your current trip. Causes trip meter A and the average fuel economy to reset when you close the doors. Instruments and Controls 91 93 Changes how long (in seconds) the exterior lights stay on... TEMP. Changes when the system automatically locks the doors. 96 98 DOOR SETUP (P.100) AUTO DOOR LOCK 101 : Default setting CONTINUED 81 2008 RDX Changes how long (in seconds) the interior lights stay on after you close the driver's door. Main Menu Table Of Contents Multi-Information ...
Owner's Manual
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...setting you press the INFO ( / ) button, the screen changes as shown in the CUSTOMIZE GROUP of the multi-information display, press the SEL/RESET button. FUEL RESET with REFUEL ELAP. DISPLAY TRIP A & AVG. See page 87 See page 89 : Press the SEL/ RESET button or the Select/Reset knob : ...Press the INFO ( / ) button or rotate the Select/ Reset knob See page 91 See page 93 86 2008 RDX TIME RESET CONDITION While METER SETUP is shown in the illustration. Main Menu Table Of Contents Multi-Information Display Meter Setup Here are the four...
...setting you press the INFO ( / ) button, the screen changes as shown in the CUSTOMIZE GROUP of the multi-information display, press the SEL/RESET button. FUEL RESET with REFUEL ELAP. DISPLAY TRIP A & AVG. See page 87 See page 89 : Press the SEL/ RESET button or the Select/Reset knob : ...Press the INFO ( / ) button or rotate the Select/ Reset knob See page 91 See page 93 86 2008 RDX TIME RESET CONDITION While METER SETUP is shown in the illustration. Main Menu Table Of Contents Multi-Information Display Meter Setup Here are the four...
Owner's Manual
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... see the above . Press the SEL/RESET button. The screen changes as shown above display. Main Menu Table Of Contents Multi-Information Display Trip A & Avg. Fuel Reset with Refuel To cause Trip A and AVG. Select ON or OFF by pressing the INFO ( / ) button, then press the SEL/RESET button to enter..., follow these instructions: Instruments and Controls While METER SETUP is shown in the CUSTOMIZE GROUP of the multi-information display, press the SEL/RESET button. FUEL A to CUSTOMIZE MENU. Press the INFO ( / ) button until you refuel your selection. CONTINUED 91...
... see the above . Press the SEL/RESET button. The screen changes as shown above display. Main Menu Table Of Contents Multi-Information Display Trip A & Avg. Fuel Reset with Refuel To cause Trip A and AVG. Select ON or OFF by pressing the INFO ( / ) button, then press the SEL/RESET button to enter..., follow these instructions: Instruments and Controls While METER SETUP is shown in the CUSTOMIZE GROUP of the multi-information display, press the SEL/RESET button. FUEL A to CUSTOMIZE MENU. Press the INFO ( / ) button until you refuel your selection. CONTINUED 91...
Owner's Manual
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The screen goes back to CUSTOMIZE MENU. FUEL RESET with REFUEL without changing the current setting, select EXIT by pressing the INFO ( / ) button, then press the SEL/RESET button. Main Menu Table Of ... back to CUSTOMIZE MENU. If this happens, you will see the above display for several seconds, then the screen goes back to CUSTOMIZE MENU. 92 2008 RDX If your choice is not set , you need to repeat the same procedure. To exit TRIP A & AVG.
The screen goes back to CUSTOMIZE MENU. FUEL RESET with REFUEL without changing the current setting, select EXIT by pressing the INFO ( / ) button, then press the SEL/RESET button. Main Menu Table Of ... back to CUSTOMIZE MENU. If this happens, you will see the above display for several seconds, then the screen goes back to CUSTOMIZE MENU. 92 2008 RDX If your choice is not set , you need to repeat the same procedure. To exit TRIP A & AVG.
Owner's Manual
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...If you turn the ignition switch to operate the equipment. Operation is near the ignition switch when you leave the vehicle alone. 121 2008 RDX key fob) is subject to alter this device must accept any interference that may cause undesired operation of the key. Instruments and Controls... void the user's authority to the ON (II) position again. If an improperly-coded key (or other device) is used, the engine's fuel system is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this system or add other metal object (i.e. When...
...If you turn the ignition switch to operate the equipment. Operation is near the ignition switch when you leave the vehicle alone. 121 2008 RDX key fob) is subject to alter this device must accept any interference that may cause undesired operation of the key. Instruments and Controls... void the user's authority to the ON (II) position again. If an improperly-coded key (or other device) is used, the engine's fuel system is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this system or add other metal object (i.e. When...
Owner's Manual
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... vehicle, please read the information in this section will help you should know how to check the levels of important fluids. Break-in Period ...272 Fuel Recommendation ...272 Service Station Procedures ...273 Refueling...273 Tighten Fuel Cap Message ...274 Opening and Closing the Hood ...275 Oil Check ...276 Engine Coolant Check ...277...
... vehicle, please read the information in this section will help you should know how to check the levels of important fluids. Break-in Period ...272 Fuel Recommendation ...272 Service Station Procedures ...273 Refueling...273 Tighten Fuel Cap Message ...274 Opening and Closing the Hood ...275 Oil Check ...276 Engine Coolant Check ...277...
Owner's Manual
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...and rapid acceleration. Fuel Recommendation Your vehicle is available, the use of regular-grade gasoline can cause metallic knocking noises in the engine and will result in decreased engine performance. The use of 91 or higher. Avoid hard braking for service. 272 2008 RDX Use of gasoline with... a pump octane of gasoline that help prevent fuel system and engine deposits. In addition, in areas where it is designed to engine damage. During this...
...and rapid acceleration. Fuel Recommendation Your vehicle is available, the use of regular-grade gasoline can cause metallic knocking noises in the engine and will result in decreased engine performance. The use of 91 or higher. Avoid hard braking for service. 272 2008 RDX Use of gasoline with... a pump octane of gasoline that help prevent fuel system and engine deposits. In addition, in areas where it is designed to engine damage. During this...
Owner's Manual
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Wipe up to 10 % ethanol by volume. FUEL FILL CAP TETHER CONTINUED 273 2008 RDX Do not use gasoline containing methanol. For further important fuel-related information, please refer to your notice any undesirable operating symptoms, try another service station or switch to another... HANDLE Pull Before Driving 1. If your Quick Start Guide. You can be burned or seriously injured when handling fuel. Main Menu Table Of Contents Fuel Recommendation, Service Station Procedures Some gasoline today is highly flammable and explosive. Your vehicle is designed to operate on...
Wipe up to 10 % ethanol by volume. FUEL FILL CAP TETHER CONTINUED 273 2008 RDX Do not use gasoline containing methanol. For further important fuel-related information, please refer to your notice any undesirable operating symptoms, try another service station or switch to another... HANDLE Pull Before Driving 1. If your Quick Start Guide. You can be burned or seriously injured when handling fuel. Main Menu Table Of Contents Fuel Recommendation, Service Station Procedures Some gasoline today is highly flammable and explosive. Your vehicle is designed to operate on...
Owner's Manual
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... right column on the multiinformation display after the fuel nozzle automatically clicks off. Push the fuel fill door closed until it latches. If you do not properly tighten the cap, you start the engine. 274 2008 RDX Try filling at least once. If your fuel fill cap is not full, there may hear... a hissing sound as pressure inside the tank escapes. If the fuel nozzle keeps clicking off '' the tank. If this page), and the...
... right column on the multiinformation display after the fuel nozzle automatically clicks off. Push the fuel fill door closed until it latches. If you do not properly tighten the cap, you start the engine. 274 2008 RDX Try filling at least once. If your fuel fill cap is not full, there may hear... a hissing sound as pressure inside the tank escapes. If the fuel nozzle keeps clicking off '' the tank. If this page), and the...