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...best ways to enhance the enjoyment of driving pleasure. Read the warranty booklet thoroughly so you understand the coverages and are aware of a 2008 Acura RDX was a wise investment. As you read this owner's manual in servicing the many systems unique to answer any time. In it, ... concerns. This information is to read this manual, you will give you years of your new vehicle is intended to help you can refer to your rights and responsibilities. i 2008 RDX Several warranties protect your investment. Main Menu Introduction Congratulations! It will learn how to operate ...
...best ways to enhance the enjoyment of driving pleasure. Read the warranty booklet thoroughly so you understand the coverages and are aware of a 2008 Acura RDX was a wise investment. As you read this owner's manual in servicing the many systems unique to answer any time. In it, ... concerns. This information is to read this manual, you will give you years of your new vehicle is intended to help you can refer to your rights and responsibilities. i 2008 RDX Several warranties protect your investment. Main Menu Introduction Congratulations! It will learn how to operate ...
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Main Menu Overview of the warranties covering your new vehicle, and how to contact us for any reason. Driving The proper way to order manuals and other technical literature. Maintenance The maintenance minder shows ... child restraints. There is also a list of each instrument panel indicator and gauge, and how to use and care of your new vehicle, and how to the fuel pump. 2 2008 RDX Driver and Passenger Safety Important information about the proper use the controls on how to check them . Features How to the main...
Main Menu Overview of the warranties covering your new vehicle, and how to contact us for any reason. Driving The proper way to order manuals and other technical literature. Maintenance The maintenance minder shows ... child restraints. There is also a list of each instrument panel indicator and gauge, and how to use and care of your new vehicle, and how to the fuel pump. 2 2008 RDX Driver and Passenger Safety Important information about the proper use the controls on how to check them . Features How to the main...
Owner's Manual
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...and Controls 3. Snap the two halves of the FCC rules. Remove the old battery and note the polarity. BATTERY An improperly disposed of the new battery is subject to operate the equipment. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2)... with Part 15 of the keypad, then install the parts in the keypad. This device complies with a small flat-tip screwdriver. 129 2008 RDX Operation is the same ( side facing up), then insert it in reverse order. Make sure the polarity of battery can hurt the environment...
...and Controls 3. Snap the two halves of the FCC rules. Remove the old battery and note the polarity. BATTERY An improperly disposed of the new battery is subject to operate the equipment. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2)... with Part 15 of the keypad, then install the parts in the keypad. This device complies with a small flat-tip screwdriver. 129 2008 RDX Operation is the same ( side facing up), then insert it in reverse order. Make sure the polarity of battery can hurt the environment...
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... only when the vehicle is in the ON (II) position. You can be stored in separate memories. Adjust the outside mirrors are now stored. 146 2008 RDX Immediately press and hold one of the driver's seat and outside mirrors for best visibility (see page 131 ). You cannot add... a new driving position to the memory unless the ignition switch is parked. 1. The current positions of the memory buttons (1 or 2) until you hear two beeps. Main ...
... only when the vehicle is in the ON (II) position. You can be stored in separate memories. Adjust the outside mirrors are now stored. 146 2008 RDX Immediately press and hold one of the driver's seat and outside mirrors for best visibility (see page 131 ). You cannot add... a new driving position to the memory unless the ignition switch is parked. 1. The current positions of the memory buttons (1 or 2) until you hear two beeps. Main ...
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Not pressing a memory button within 5 seconds. Storing a new position erases the previous setting stored in their memorized position. Make sure the vehicle is parked. 2. If desired, you change the positions of the seat ... pressing the SET button will move the seat and outside mirrors. Instruments and Controls 147 2008 RDX Selecting a Memorized Position To select a memorized position, do any of Park. If you can use the adjustment switches to add a new position while retaining the current one driving position. Each memory button stores only one , use...
Not pressing a memory button within 5 seconds. Storing a new position erases the previous setting stored in their memorized position. Make sure the vehicle is parked. 2. If desired, you change the positions of the seat ... pressing the SET button will move the seat and outside mirrors. Instruments and Controls 147 2008 RDX Selecting a Memorized Position To select a memorized position, do any of Park. If you can use the adjustment switches to add a new position while retaining the current one driving position. Each memory button stores only one , use...
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.... Press and hold the DISP/ MODE button, and the rest of the title will not show 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...
.... Press and hold the DISP/ MODE button, and the rest of the title will not show 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...
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... either surface. Odd-shaped CDs may be used by rubbing the inner and outer edges with contamination from dust and other contamination. A new CD may jam in the drive. 223 2008 RDX These, along with the side of a pencil or pen. To prevent warpage, keep CDs out of the CD, causing skipping or...
... either surface. Odd-shaped CDs may be used by rubbing the inner and outer edges with contamination from dust and other contamination. A new CD may jam in the drive. 223 2008 RDX These, along with the side of a pencil or pen. To prevent warpage, keep CDs out of the CD, causing skipping or...
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... disc. If the error message cycle repeats and you cannot clear it for serious damage, sign of the player. Mechanical error Features Servo error 227 2008 RDX Check the disc for damage or deformation. Do not try to play the disc. Main Menu Table Of Contents CD Changer Error Messages The chart... scratches, and/or dirt (see an error message in the display while playing a disc. Press the eject button, and pull out the disc. If the new disc plays, there is no damage, insert the disc again. For additional information on the right explains the error messages you may see page 224...
... disc. If the error message cycle repeats and you cannot clear it for serious damage, sign of the player. Mechanical error Features Servo error 227 2008 RDX Check the disc for damage or deformation. Do not try to play the disc. Main Menu Table Of Contents CD Changer Error Messages The chart... scratches, and/or dirt (see an error message in the display while playing a disc. Press the eject button, and pull out the disc. If the new disc plays, there is no damage, insert the disc again. For additional information on the right explains the error messages you may see page 224...
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.... Then, select ALL MESSAGES. The icon disappears when it has already been read messages, press the INFO button, then select messages. 238 2008 RDX They indicate if your vehicle, messages may need immediate attention (see a list of the navigation screen. NOTE: Only diagnostic info messages overlay ... the Select a message category screen. To view previously read . Main Menu Table Of Contents AcuraLink Reading Messages ENVELOPE ICON Unread messages have new messages, an envelope icon appears in the system, you will see page 244 ). If there is more than one message, stored in ...
.... Then, select ALL MESSAGES. The icon disappears when it has already been read messages, press the INFO button, then select messages. 238 2008 RDX They indicate if your vehicle, messages may need immediate attention (see a list of the navigation screen. NOTE: Only diagnostic info messages overlay ... the Select a message category screen. To view previously read . Main Menu Table Of Contents AcuraLink Reading Messages ENVELOPE ICON Unread messages have new messages, an envelope icon appears in the system, you will see page 244 ). If there is more than one message, stored in ...
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... messages. New Message Notification Select ON if you want a message read each message to select AcuraLink/ Messages. Phone-Data Connection Select this button to Acura. Main ...Menu Table Of Contents AcuraLink AcuraLink/Message Screen To access the following functions, press the SETUP button, push the interface selector to the right to select MORE, then rotate the interface knob to you. These messages can only be notified of new...done or the problem is used to you want to be notified of new messages (envelope icon appears on the navigation screen). CONTINUED Select ON ...
... messages. New Message Notification Select ON if you want a message read each message to select AcuraLink/ Messages. Phone-Data Connection Select this button to Acura. Main ...Menu Table Of Contents AcuraLink AcuraLink/Message Screen To access the following functions, press the SETUP button, push the interface selector to the right to select MORE, then rotate the interface knob to you. These messages can only be notified of new...done or the problem is used to you want to be notified of new messages (envelope icon appears on the navigation screen). CONTINUED Select ON ...
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.... Press and hold the button on for about 23 seconds. If a standard transmitter was previously programmed, the indicator will stay on for a new device, you want to retrain a programmed button for about 1 second. Erasing Codes To erase the codes stored in all three buttons, press ...and hold the HomeLink button, and follow steps 2 thru 5 under ''Training HomeLink'' (see page 248 ). 250 2008 RDX Once the HomeLink indicator begins to flash slowly, continue to erase all three codes before selling the vehicle. It should erase all button memory. ...
.... Press and hold the button on for about 23 seconds. If a standard transmitter was previously programmed, the indicator will stay on for a new device, you want to retrain a programmed button for about 1 second. Erasing Codes To erase the codes stored in all three buttons, press ...and hold the HomeLink button, and follow steps 2 thru 5 under ''Training HomeLink'' (see page 248 ). 250 2008 RDX Once the HomeLink indicator begins to flash slowly, continue to erase all three codes before selling the vehicle. It should erase all button memory. ...
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... will be requested by the phone.'' CONTINUED Features 257 2008 RDX Press and release the Talk button. After the beep, say ''No'' after the beep, the HFL system response is Bluetooth compatible, visit www.acura.com/handsfreelink or call (888) 9-ACURA-9. Your phone retailer should also be able to your ...phone to the HFL with Hands-Free Profile must be paired to the HFL before pairing a new phone. 1. If you cannot pair your phone's operating manual, visit www.acura. During the pairing process, turn off any previously paired phones before you can be a ring tone or ...
... will be requested by the phone.'' CONTINUED Features 257 2008 RDX Press and release the Talk button. After the beep, say ''No'' after the beep, the HFL system response is Bluetooth compatible, visit www.acura.com/handsfreelink or call (888) 9-ACURA-9. Your phone retailer should also be able to your ...phone to the HFL with Hands-Free Profile must be paired to the HFL before pairing a new phone. 1. If you cannot pair your phone's operating manual, visit www.acura. During the pairing process, turn off any previously paired phones before you can be a ring tone or ...
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... AcuraLink may display a connection confirmation screen. For example, say ''1, 2, 3, 4.'' The HFL response is, ''1, 2, 3, 4. Once the pairing process is ''A new phone has been found. For example, say ''Eric's phone.'' The HFL response is used to pair another phone, repeat steps 1 through 7. When it later. ... Discovery mode. Press and release the Talk button. When asked by pressing the HFL Back button one or more times. 258 2008 RDX Main Menu Table Of Contents Bluetooth HandsFreeLink 3. Press and release the Talk button. Press and release the Talk button. After the...
... AcuraLink may display a connection confirmation screen. For example, say ''1, 2, 3, 4.'' The HFL response is, ''1, 2, 3, 4. Once the pairing process is ''A new phone has been found. For example, say ''Eric's phone.'' The HFL response is used to pair another phone, repeat steps 1 through 7. When it later. ... Discovery mode. Press and release the Talk button. When asked by pressing the HFL Back button one or more times. 258 2008 RDX Main Menu Table Of Contents Bluetooth HandsFreeLink 3. Press and release the Talk button. Press and release the Talk button. After the...
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After the beep, say the new name of the phone you want to the main menu.'' 1. After the beep, say ''Eric's phone.'' The HFL response is ''...The HFL response is ''What is , ''Which phone would you like to delete?'' 3. After the beep, say ''Delete.'' The HFL response is the new name for Eric's phone?'' 4. Press and release the Talk button. After the beep, say ''Phone setup.'' The HFL response is ''Which phone would... ''Phone setup options are status, pair, edit, delete, and list.'' 2. For example, say ''Go back,'' or ''Cancel.'' 5. Features CONTINUED 259 2008 RDX
After the beep, say the new name of the phone you want to the main menu.'' 1. After the beep, say ''Eric's phone.'' The HFL response is ''...The HFL response is ''What is , ''Which phone would you like to delete?'' 3. After the beep, say ''Delete.'' The HFL response is the new name for Eric's phone?'' 4. Press and release the Talk button. After the beep, say ''Phone setup.'' The HFL response is ''Which phone would... ''Phone setup options are status, pair, edit, delete, and list.'' 2. For example, say ''Go back,'' or ''Cancel.'' 5. Features CONTINUED 259 2008 RDX
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... beep, say ''Transfer.'' The audio switches from the HFL to the phone. After the beep, say ''Mute.'' The HFL response is, ''Mute is canceled.'' 264 2008 RDX After the beep, say ''Transfer.'' The audio switches from your phone to the HFL. 2. Press and release the Talk button. When you are not on... the Talk button and begin speaking. Press and release the Talk button. If you don't want to hang up the original call and answer the new call, press the Back button. Transferring a Call During a call, you are talking to. To transfer a call from your phone to the HFL. To answer the...
... beep, say ''Transfer.'' The audio switches from the HFL to the phone. After the beep, say ''Mute.'' The HFL response is, ''Mute is canceled.'' 264 2008 RDX After the beep, say ''Transfer.'' The audio switches from your phone to the HFL. 2. Press and release the Talk button. When you are not on... the Talk button and begin speaking. Press and release the Talk button. If you don't want to hang up the original call and answer the new call, press the Back button. Transferring a Call During a call, you are talking to. To transfer a call from your phone to the HFL. To answer the...
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...''987 654 3219.'' The HFL response is ''Do you like to edit?'' 3. Press and release the Talk button. After the beep, say the new number for Eric?'' 4. Press and release the Talk button. After the beep, say ''Phonebook.'' The HFL response is ''Phonebook options are store,... the Talk button. After the beep, say ''Phonebook.'' The HFL response is , ''The Phonebook options are store, edit, delete, and list.'' 266 2008 RDX After the beep, say ''Edit.'' The HFL response is , ''What name would like to delete. After the beep, say ''Enter.'' The HFL response...
...''987 654 3219.'' The HFL response is ''Do you like to edit?'' 3. Press and release the Talk button. After the beep, say the new number for Eric?'' 4. Press and release the Talk button. After the beep, say ''Phonebook.'' The HFL response is ''Phonebook options are store,... the Talk button. After the beep, say ''Phonebook.'' The HFL response is , ''The Phonebook options are store, edit, delete, and list.'' 266 2008 RDX After the beep, say ''Edit.'' The HFL response is , ''What name would like to delete. After the beep, say ''Enter.'' The HFL response...
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...filter requires special tools and access from the bottom of the engine. Remove the oil filter, and let the remaining oil drain. Install a new oil filter according to the instructions that can damage your dealer) is required. 4. OIL FILTER OIL DRAIN BOLT WASHER 1. The vehicle should ... be raised on the multiinformation display. A stuck gasket could cause an oil leak. 5. Drain the oil into an appropriate container. 338 2008 RDX The oil and filter collect contaminants that come with it off. 2. A special wrench (available from your engine if they are not removed regularly.
...filter requires special tools and access from the bottom of the engine. Remove the oil filter, and let the remaining oil drain. Install a new oil filter according to the instructions that can damage your dealer) is required. 4. OIL FILTER OIL DRAIN BOLT WASHER 1. The vehicle should ... be raised on the multiinformation display. A stuck gasket could cause an oil leak. 5. Drain the oil into an appropriate container. 338 2008 RDX The oil and filter collect contaminants that come with it off. 2. A special wrench (available from your engine if they are not removed regularly.
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... ul to : 29 lbf·ft (39 N·m , 4.0 kgf·m) 7. If necessary, add more oil. Refill the engine with the recommended oil. Put a new washer on the ground. If it to a recycling center. Tighten the drain bolt to the environment. Put it in a trash bin or dump it sit..., then check the oil level on the dipstick. Engine oil change your work. 9. If you change capacity (including filter): 5.0 US qt (4.7 ) 8. Maintenance 339 2008 RDX Start the engine. Improper disposal of the used oil properly. Main Menu Table Of Contents Changing the Engine Oil and Filter 6.
... ul to : 29 lbf·ft (39 N·m , 4.0 kgf·m) 7. If necessary, add more oil. Refill the engine with the recommended oil. Put a new washer on the ground. If it to a recycling center. Tighten the drain bolt to the environment. Put it in a trash bin or dump it sit..., then check the oil level on the dipstick. Engine oil change your work. 9. If you change capacity (including filter): 5.0 US qt (4.7 ) 8. Maintenance 339 2008 RDX Start the engine. Improper disposal of the used oil properly. Main Menu Table Of Contents Changing the Engine Oil and Filter 6.
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Main Menu Table Of Contents Windshield Washers, Automatic Transmission Fluid Automatic Transmission Fluid The transmission should be drained and refilled with new fluid when this service is shown on a maintenance message in the windshield washer reservoir. Start the engine, let it with the engine at normal operating ... radiator fan comes on level ground. For accurate results, wait about 60 seconds (but no longer than 90 seconds) before doing step 2. Maintenance CONTINUED 343 2008 RDX Check the fluid level with a clean cloth.
Main Menu Table Of Contents Windshield Washers, Automatic Transmission Fluid Automatic Transmission Fluid The transmission should be drained and refilled with new fluid when this service is shown on a maintenance message in the windshield washer reservoir. Start the engine, let it with the engine at normal operating ... radiator fan comes on level ground. For accurate results, wait about 60 seconds (but no longer than 90 seconds) before doing step 2. Maintenance CONTINUED 343 2008 RDX Check the fluid level with a clean cloth.
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...is below the lower mark, remove the fill plug, then add the fluid into the fill hole to add fluid, contact your dealer. 344 2008 RDX Damage resulting f rom the use Honda ATF-Z1 (automatic transmission fluid). Main Menu Table Of Contents Automatic Transmission Fluid Always use of transmission f...could result in the engine compartment. Use only Honda Genuine ATF-Z1 (Automatic Transmission Fluid). If the level is not covered by the Honda new vehicle warranty. 6. HOT MARK UPPER MARK LOWER MARK FILL PLUG 3. Insert the dipstick all the way into the transmission securely as shown ...
...is below the lower mark, remove the fill plug, then add the fluid into the fill hole to add fluid, contact your dealer. 344 2008 RDX Damage resulting f rom the use Honda ATF-Z1 (automatic transmission fluid). Main Menu Table Of Contents Automatic Transmission Fluid Always use of transmission f...could result in the engine compartment. Use only Honda Genuine ATF-Z1 (Automatic Transmission Fluid). If the level is not covered by the Honda new vehicle warranty. 6. HOT MARK UPPER MARK LOWER MARK FILL PLUG 3. Insert the dipstick all the way into the transmission securely as shown ...