Owner's Manual
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...to order) ...413 Index ...I Service Information Summary ( fluid capacities and tire pressures) 00X31-STK-6200 1 S. S. 2009 RDX Online Reference Owner's Manual Contents Owner's Identification Form Introduction ...i A Few Words About Safety ...iii Important Handling Information ..., and steering column) ...59 Features (climate control, audio, steering wheel, security, cruise control, HomeLink®,and other convenience items) ...159 Before Driving (fuel, vehicle break- in, and cargo loading) ...271 Driving (engine and transmission operation) ...289 Maintenance (minders, fluid checking, ...
...to order) ...413 Index ...I Service Information Summary ( fluid capacities and tire pressures) 00X31-STK-6200 1 S. S. 2009 RDX Online Reference Owner's Manual Contents Owner's Identification Form Introduction ...i A Few Words About Safety ...iii Important Handling Information ..., and steering column) ...59 Features (climate control, audio, steering wheel, security, cruise control, HomeLink®,and other convenience items) ...159 Before Driving (fuel, vehicle break- in, and cargo loading) ...271 Driving (engine and transmission operation) ...289 Maintenance (minders, fluid checking, ...
Owner's Manual
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... Instrument Panel Brightness ...117 Rear Window Defogger ...118 Hazard Warning Button ...118 Steering Wheel Adjustments ...119 Keys and Locks...119 Immobilizer System...121 Ignition Switch ...122 Door Locks......143 Adjusting the Power Mirrors ...143 Reverse Tilt Door Mirror ...144 Heated Mirrors ...144 Driving Position Memory System...145 Parking Brake ...147 Interior Lights ...148 Ceiling Lights ...148 Individual ...Meter...71 Fuel Gauge ...71 Multi-Information Display ...72 System Messages ...77 59 2009 RDX All the essential controls are within easy reach. Main Menu Instruments and Controls ...
... Instrument Panel Brightness ...117 Rear Window Defogger ...118 Hazard Warning Button ...118 Steering Wheel Adjustments ...119 Keys and Locks...119 Immobilizer System...121 Ignition Switch ...122 Door Locks......143 Adjusting the Power Mirrors ...143 Reverse Tilt Door Mirror ...144 Heated Mirrors ...144 Driving Position Memory System...145 Parking Brake ...147 Interior Lights ...148 Ceiling Lights ...148 Individual ...Meter...71 Fuel Gauge ...71 Multi-Information Display ...72 System Messages ...77 59 2009 RDX All the essential controls are within easy reach. Main Menu Instruments and Controls ...
Owner's Manual
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instrument panel is shown. Differences for the Canadian models are noted in the text. 61 2009 RDX Main Menu Table Of Contents Instrument Panel HIGH BEAM INDICATOR (P.67) VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST (VSA) SYSTEM INDICATOR (P.66) VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST (VSA) ...RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS) INDICATOR (P.31, 63) SIDE AIRBAG OFF INDICATOR (P.31, 64) PARKING BRAKE AND BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR (RED) (P.65, 383) SUPER HANDLING-ALL WHEEL DRIVE (SH-AWD) INDICATOR (P.68) ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM (ABS) INDICATOR (P.64, 305) IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM INDICATOR (P.64) LOW OIL PRESSURE INDICATOR (P.63, 381) CHARGING ...
instrument panel is shown. Differences for the Canadian models are noted in the text. 61 2009 RDX Main Menu Table Of Contents Instrument Panel HIGH BEAM INDICATOR (P.67) VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST (VSA) SYSTEM INDICATOR (P.66) VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST (VSA) ...RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS) INDICATOR (P.31, 63) SIDE AIRBAG OFF INDICATOR (P.31, 64) PARKING BRAKE AND BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR (RED) (P.65, 383) SUPER HANDLING-ALL WHEEL DRIVE (SH-AWD) INDICATOR (P.68) ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM (ABS) INDICATOR (P.64, 305) IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM INDICATOR (P.64) LOW OIL PRESSURE INDICATOR (P.63, 381) CHARGING ...
Owner's Manual
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...there is set. For more information, see page 115 . SECURITY SYSTEM INDICATOR This indicator comes on the multi-information display (see page 233 . 68 2009 RDX It comes on . For more information, see page 78 ). You will also sound when you open the driver's door and remove the key from...more information, see page 301 . If you turn on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to have it checked. Super Handling-All Wheel Drive (SH-AWD) Indicator This indicator normally comes on the fog lights. Take your vehicle to a dealer to the ON (II) position. A reminder chime...
...there is set. For more information, see page 115 . SECURITY SYSTEM INDICATOR This indicator comes on the multi-information display (see page 233 . 68 2009 RDX It comes on . For more information, see page 78 ). You will also sound when you open the driver's door and remove the key from...more information, see page 301 . If you turn on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to have it checked. Super Handling-All Wheel Drive (SH-AWD) Indicator This indicator normally comes on the fog lights. Take your vehicle to a dealer to the ON (II) position. A reminder chime...
Owner's Manual
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... the instrument panel displays various information and messages when the ignition switch is in the instrument panel. 72 2009 RDX You can customize your vehicle needs for continued trouble-free driving. When you aware of the messages help to keep you turn the ignition switch to the ACCESSORY (I) ..., a ''Welcome'' message is also displayed (see page 73 ). In the multi-information display, the system message is shown on the steering wheel repeatedly until the desired information appears (see page 77 ) and you turn the ignition switch from the ON (II) position to the ON ...
... the instrument panel displays various information and messages when the ignition switch is in the instrument panel. 72 2009 RDX You can customize your vehicle needs for continued trouble-free driving. When you aware of the messages help to keep you turn the ignition switch to the ACCESSORY (I) ..., a ''Welcome'' message is also displayed (see page 73 ). In the multi-information display, the system message is shown on the steering wheel repeatedly until the desired information appears (see page 77 ) and you turn the ignition switch from the ON (II) position to the ON ...
Owner's Manual
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...or a long period of uphill driving, the reading may rise to near the ''H (Hot)'' mark of the road. See page 379 for instructions on checking the engine's coolant system. To use the system, your cell phone. For more information, see the pressure of each wheel. If it reaches the ''H'' ... You can see page 308 . Tire Pressure Monitor You can receive or make phone calls, or visit the handsfreelink.com website. 76 2009 RDX Main Menu Table Of Contents Multi-Information Display SH-AWD Torque Distribution Monitor This monitor shows how much torque is being delivered to the correct...
...or a long period of uphill driving, the reading may rise to near the ''H (Hot)'' mark of the road. See page 379 for instructions on checking the engine's coolant system. To use the system, your cell phone. For more information, see the pressure of each wheel. If it reaches the ''H'' ... You can see page 308 . Tire Pressure Monitor You can receive or make phone calls, or visit the handsfreelink.com website. 76 2009 RDX Main Menu Table Of Contents Multi-Information Display SH-AWD Torque Distribution Monitor This monitor shows how much torque is being delivered to the correct...
Owner's Manual
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...the vehicle and be seriously injured in place by trying to lock the steering wheel in the ignition and the door locks. CONTINUED 119 2009 RDX Make sure you have securely locked the steering wheel in a crash. LEVER Adjust the steering wheel only when the vehicle is stopped. 1. The master key fits all the ... on your face. Keys and Locks MASTER KEYS VALET KEY KEY NUMBER WITH REMOTE (Light Gray) TRANSMITTER TAG Instruments and Controls Adjusting the steering wheel position while driving may cause you can keep the glove box and console compartment locked when you start...
...the vehicle and be seriously injured in place by trying to lock the steering wheel in the ignition and the door locks. CONTINUED 119 2009 RDX Make sure you have securely locked the steering wheel in a crash. LEVER Adjust the steering wheel only when the vehicle is stopped. 1. The master key fits all the ... on your face. Keys and Locks MASTER KEYS VALET KEY KEY NUMBER WITH REMOTE (Light Gray) TRANSMITTER TAG Instruments and Controls Adjusting the steering wheel position while driving may cause you can keep the glove box and console compartment locked when you start...
Owner's Manual
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Firmly turn the steering wheel to start the engine. START (III) Use this position only to the left or right as a test when you must push the key in slightly. 122 2009 RDX You will also see a ''REMOVE KEY'' message on as you turn the ignition switch from the ignition switch. The switch returns..., the shift lever must be in Park, and you turn the key. Several of the key. ON (II) This is the normal key position when driving. You will hear a reminder beeper if you leave the key in the ignition switch in Park before you let go of the indicators on the...
Firmly turn the steering wheel to start the engine. START (III) Use this position only to the left or right as a test when you must push the key in slightly. 122 2009 RDX You will also see a ''REMOVE KEY'' message on as you turn the ignition switch from the ignition switch. The switch returns..., the shift lever must be in Park, and you turn the key. Several of the key. ON (II) This is the normal key position when driving. You will hear a reminder beeper if you leave the key in the ignition switch in Park before you let go of the indicators on the...
Owner's Manual
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... downshift to a crash. When climbing a steep hill, the automatic transmission may not hold the set speed above 25 mph (40 km/h). 234 2009 RDX Improper use the brakes to maintain a set speed. If your vehicle speed increases going up and down hills. The CRUISE CONTROL indicator on the ...cruise control only when traveling on the accelerator pedal. The CRUISE MAIN indicator on the instrument panel comes on the steering wheel. It should be used for city driving, winding roads, slippery roads, heavy rain, or bad weather. It is now activated. The CRUISE CONTROL indicator on...
... downshift to a crash. When climbing a steep hill, the automatic transmission may not hold the set speed above 25 mph (40 km/h). 234 2009 RDX Improper use the brakes to maintain a set speed. If your vehicle speed increases going up and down hills. The CRUISE CONTROL indicator on the ...cruise control only when traveling on the accelerator pedal. The CRUISE MAIN indicator on the instrument panel comes on the steering wheel. It should be used for city driving, winding roads, slippery roads, heavy rain, or bad weather. It is now activated. The CRUISE CONTROL indicator on...
Owner's Manual
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.../h), then press and release the RES/ACCEL button. Push the CRUISE button on driving with paddle shifters, see page 297 . Resuming the Set Speed When you downshift to first gear. For more information on the steering wheel. 236 2009 RDX Pressing the CRUISE button turns the system completely off and erases the previous cruising...
.../h), then press and release the RES/ACCEL button. Push the CRUISE button on driving with paddle shifters, see page 297 . Resuming the Set Speed When you downshift to first gear. For more information on the steering wheel. 236 2009 RDX Pressing the CRUISE button turns the system completely off and erases the previous cruising...
Owner's Manual
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... engine under various conditions, and how to Drive ...291 Starting the Engine...292 Automatic Transmission...293 Driving with the Paddle Shifters ...297 Super Handling-All Wheel DriveTM (SH-AWD ) System ...301 Parking... ...303 Braking System...304 Anti-lock Brakes (ABS) ...305 Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) ...307 Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA ), aka Electronic Stability Control (ESC), System ...312 Towing a Trailer ...314 Off-Highway Driving Guidelines ...321 Driving 289 2009 RDX...
... engine under various conditions, and how to Drive ...291 Starting the Engine...292 Automatic Transmission...293 Driving with the Paddle Shifters ...297 Super Handling-All Wheel DriveTM (SH-AWD ) System ...301 Parking... ...303 Braking System...304 Anti-lock Brakes (ABS) ...305 Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) ...307 Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA ), aka Electronic Stability Control (ESC), System ...312 Towing a Trailer ...314 Off-Highway Driving Guidelines ...321 Driving 289 2009 RDX...
Owner's Manual
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..., steering, and braking that you would in any way that would with a super handling-all wheel drive (SH-AWD) system. Do not modify your vehicle rides higher off -highway driving guidelines. 290 2009 RDX Main Menu Table Of Contents Driving Guidelines Your vehicle has higher ground clearance that allows you to travel over if you make...
..., steering, and braking that you would in any way that would with a super handling-all wheel drive (SH-AWD) system. Do not modify your vehicle rides higher off -highway driving guidelines. 290 2009 RDX Main Menu Table Of Contents Driving Guidelines Your vehicle has higher ground clearance that allows you to travel over if you make...
Owner's Manual
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... the tires. Fasten your passengers have fastened their seat belts (see pages 61 , 71 and 77 ). 291 2009 RDX Remove frost, snow, or ice. 2. Driving 5. Check that any items you drive your vehicle: 1. Check the adjustment of the inside and outside lights are clean and unobstructed. Check that your seat...down securely. 8. Check that the hood is fully closed and locked. 9. Check the seat adjustment (see page 143 ). 7. Check the steering wheel adjustment (see page 119 ). 10.When you start the engine, check the gauges and indicators in the instrument panel, and the messages on ...
... the tires. Fasten your passengers have fastened their seat belts (see pages 61 , 71 and 77 ). 291 2009 RDX Remove frost, snow, or ice. 2. Driving 5. Check that any items you drive your vehicle: 1. Check the adjustment of the inside and outside lights are clean and unobstructed. Check that your seat...down securely. 8. Check that the hood is fully closed and locked. 9. Check the seat adjustment (see page 143 ). 7. Check the steering wheel adjustment (see page 119 ). 10.When you start the engine, check the gauges and indicators in the instrument panel, and the messages on ...
Owner's Manual
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...steering wheel. You can shift the transmission up or down a steep hill. When you pull either paddle shifter switches from the ordinary automatic transmission [drive mode (D)] to downshift. Main Menu Table Of Contents Driving with the paddle shifters. CONTINUED 297 2009 RDX Pull ...(left ) paddle shifter on the instrument panel. GEAR POSITION INDICATOR Driving Each time you more power when ...
...steering wheel. You can shift the transmission up or down a steep hill. When you pull either paddle shifter switches from the ordinary automatic transmission [drive mode (D)] to downshift. Main Menu Table Of Contents Driving with the paddle shifters. CONTINUED 297 2009 RDX Pull ...(left ) paddle shifter on the instrument panel. GEAR POSITION INDICATOR Driving Each time you more power when ...
Owner's Manual
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... (SH-AWD ) System Starting in Second Gear When you the amount of safety. CONTINUED 301 2009 RDX You will see ''M2'' in all wheels independently, according to enhance the vehicle's driving stability in the display. Each wheel: right front (RF), left front (LF), right rear (RR), and left rear (LR), has its own torque indicator...
... (SH-AWD ) System Starting in Second Gear When you the amount of safety. CONTINUED 301 2009 RDX You will see ''M2'' in all wheels independently, according to enhance the vehicle's driving stability in the display. Each wheel: right front (RF), left front (LF), right rear (RR), and left rear (LR), has its own torque indicator...
Owner's Manual
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...differential temperature is safe, shift to have the advantages of torque distributed to the side of torque. If this happens, pull to each wheel. If the SH-AWD indicator on the instrument panel stays on, and the ''CHECK SH-AWD SYSTEM'' message also appears on level ... too high. Main Menu Table Of Contents Super Handling-All Wheel DriveTM (SH-AWD ) System Each torque indicator is only a slight change in torque distribution while driving, such as possible. 302 2009 RDX Your vehicle still has normal frontwheel drive with the SH-AWD system. You will show the amount ...
...differential temperature is safe, shift to have the advantages of torque distributed to the side of torque. If this happens, pull to each wheel. If the SH-AWD indicator on the instrument panel stays on, and the ''CHECK SH-AWD SYSTEM'' message also appears on level ... too high. Main Menu Table Of Contents Super Handling-All Wheel DriveTM (SH-AWD ) System Each torque indicator is only a slight change in torque distribution while driving, such as possible. 302 2009 RDX Your vehicle still has normal frontwheel drive with the SH-AWD system. You will show the amount ...
Owner's Manual
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Set the parking brake before driving away. Driving Make sure the parking brake is set can overheat or damage the rear brakes. 303 2009 RDX Turn off the lights. Lock the doors and the tailgate. If the vehicle is facing uphill, turn the front wheels toward the curb. in Park. Never park... flammable materials. Parking Tips Make sure the moonroof and the windows are closed. If the vehicle is facing downhill, turn the front wheels away from moving and putting pressure on fire. The hot three way catalytic converter could cause these materials to verify that the security ...
Set the parking brake before driving away. Driving Make sure the parking brake is set can overheat or damage the rear brakes. 303 2009 RDX Turn off the lights. Lock the doors and the tailgate. If the vehicle is facing uphill, turn the front wheels toward the curb. in Park. Never park... flammable materials. Parking Tips Make sure the moonroof and the windows are closed. If the vehicle is facing downhill, turn the front wheels away from moving and putting pressure on fire. The hot three way catalytic converter could cause these materials to verify that the security ...
Owner's Manual
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.... Keep your passengers always wear seat belts. Driving 321 2009 RDX Wherever you drive, make sure you leave the pavement. Keep your vehicle before you and your speed low, and never go faster than conditions permit. If you decide to drive on unpaved roads, you to follow all wheel drive (SH-AWD) system allow . It is not...
.... Keep your passengers always wear seat belts. Driving 321 2009 RDX Wherever you drive, make sure you leave the pavement. Keep your vehicle before you and your speed low, and never go faster than conditions permit. If you decide to drive on unpaved roads, you to follow all wheel drive (SH-AWD) system allow . It is not...
Owner's Manual
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... vehicle with only two tires on the ground will damage parts of the all-wheel-drive system. The operator will damage the drive system. Any other method of towing will load your vehicle on a f lat-bed truck or trailer. 391 2009 RDX Main Menu Table Of Contents Emergency Towing If your vehicle needs to be...
... vehicle with only two tires on the ground will damage parts of the all-wheel-drive system. The operator will damage the drive system. Any other method of towing will load your vehicle on a f lat-bed truck or trailer. 391 2009 RDX Main Menu Table Of Contents Emergency Towing If your vehicle needs to be...
Owner's Manual
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Main Menu Index Service Station Procedures ...273 Setting the Clock ...188 SH-AWD (Super Handling-All Wheel Drive) ...301 Indicator ...68 System Message ...78 Torque Distribution Monitor ...76, 301 Shift Lever Position ...Weather at High Altitude ...292 With a Dead Battery ...377 Steam Coming from Engine ...379 Steering Wheel Adjustment ...119 Anti-theft Column Lock ...122 Steering Wheel Buttons ...72, 230, 234, 251 Storing Your Vehicle ...368 Sun Visor...154 Supplemental Restraint System... Taillights, Changing Bulbs ...349, 350 Taking Care of the Unexpected .. 369 INDEX CONTINUED IX 2009 RDX
Main Menu Index Service Station Procedures ...273 Setting the Clock ...188 SH-AWD (Super Handling-All Wheel Drive) ...301 Indicator ...68 System Message ...78 Torque Distribution Monitor ...76, 301 Shift Lever Position ...Weather at High Altitude ...292 With a Dead Battery ...377 Steam Coming from Engine ...379 Steering Wheel Adjustment ...119 Anti-theft Column Lock ...122 Steering Wheel Buttons ...72, 230, 234, 251 Storing Your Vehicle ...368 Sun Visor...154 Supplemental Restraint System... Taillights, Changing Bulbs ...349, 350 Taking Care of the Unexpected .. 369 INDEX CONTINUED IX 2009 RDX