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Main Menu Your Vehicle at a Glance HEADLIGHTS/TURN SIGNAL/FOG LIGHTS (P.114/115) PADDLE SHIFTERS (P.297) WINDSHIELD HAZARD WARNING BUTTON WIPERS/WASHERS/ (P.118) REAR WINDOW NAVIGATION SYSTEM UPPER DISPLAY 3 WIPER/WASHER CENTER ...) MULTI-INFORMATION BUTTONS (P.72) CRUISE CONTROL BUTTONS (P.234) SEAT HEATER SWITCHES (P.138) 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...
Main Menu Your Vehicle at a Glance HEADLIGHTS/TURN SIGNAL/FOG LIGHTS (P.114/115) PADDLE SHIFTERS (P.297) WINDSHIELD HAZARD WARNING BUTTON WIPERS/WASHERS/ (P.118) REAR WINDOW NAVIGATION SYSTEM UPPER DISPLAY 3 WIPER/WASHER CENTER ...) MULTI-INFORMATION BUTTONS (P.72) CRUISE CONTROL BUTTONS (P.234) SEAT HEATER SWITCHES (P.138) 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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...80 Controls Near the Steering Wheel ...111 Windshield Wipers and Washers ...112 Rear Window Wiper and Washer ...113 Turn Signals and Headlights ...114 Instrument Panel Brightness ...117 Rear Window Defogger ...118 Hazard Warning Button ...118 Steering Wheel Adjustments ...119 Keys and Locks...Instrument Panel Indicators ...62 Gauges ...71 Turbo Boost 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 This section gives information about the controls and displays ...
...80 Controls Near the Steering Wheel ...111 Windshield Wipers and Washers ...112 Rear Window Wiper and Washer ...113 Turn Signals and Headlights ...114 Instrument Panel Brightness ...117 Rear Window Defogger ...118 Hazard Warning Button ...118 Steering Wheel Adjustments ...119 Keys and Locks...Instrument Panel Indicators ...62 Gauges ...71 Turbo Boost 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 This section gives information about the controls and displays ...
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... High Beam Indicator This indicator comes on the multiinformation display (see page 115 . This indicator also comes on with the high beam headlights. Turn Signal and Hazard Warning Indicators The left or right turn signal indicator blinks when you turn signal bulbs is a problem with ...the VSA system indicator if there is burned out (see page 116 ). Instruments and Controls 67 2009 RDX Main Menu Table Of Contents Instrument Panel Indicators VSA Activation Indicator This indicator has three functions: 1. For more information, see page 78 )....
... High Beam Indicator This indicator comes on the multiinformation display (see page 115 . This indicator also comes on with the high beam headlights. Turn Signal and Hazard Warning Indicators The left or right turn signal indicator blinks when you turn signal bulbs is a problem with ...the VSA system indicator if there is burned out (see page 116 ). Instruments and Controls 67 2009 RDX Main Menu Table Of Contents Instrument Panel Indicators VSA Activation Indicator This indicator has three functions: 1. For more information, see page 78 )....
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... 91 93 Changes how long (in seconds) the interior lights stay on after you refuel. TIME RESET CONDITION LIGHTING SETUP (P.95) INTERIOR LIGHT DIMMING TIME HEADLIGHT AUTO OFF TIMER Changes the outside temperature reading above or below its current reading. Main Menu Table Of Contents Multi-Information Display Customize Entry CHG... long (in the display. Changes when the system automatically locks the doors. 96 98 DOOR SETUP (P.100) AUTO DOOR LOCK 101 : Default setting CONTINUED 81 2009 RDX Resets the elapsed time of your current trip.
... 91 93 Changes how long (in seconds) the interior lights stay on after you refuel. TIME RESET CONDITION LIGHTING SETUP (P.95) INTERIOR LIGHT DIMMING TIME HEADLIGHT AUTO OFF TIMER Changes the outside temperature reading above or below its current reading. Main Menu Table Of Contents Multi-Information Display Customize Entry CHG... long (in the display. Changes when the system automatically locks the doors. 96 98 DOOR SETUP (P.100) AUTO DOOR LOCK 101 : Default setting CONTINUED 81 2009 RDX Resets the elapsed time of your current trip.
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... INFO ( / ) button until you see the setting you press the INFO ( / ) button, the screen changes as shown in the lighting setup: INTERIOR LIGHT DIMMING TIME HEADLIGHT AUTO OFF TIMER While CUSTOMIZE GROUP is shown on the multi-information display, select LIGHTING SETUP by pressing the INFO ( / ) button, then press the SEL... See page 98 : Press the SEL/RESET button or the select/ reset knob : Press the INFO ( / ) button or rotate the select/ reset knob CONTINUED 95 2009 RDX
... INFO ( / ) button until you see the setting you press the INFO ( / ) button, the screen changes as shown in the lighting setup: INTERIOR LIGHT DIMMING TIME HEADLIGHT AUTO OFF TIMER While CUSTOMIZE GROUP is shown on the multi-information display, select LIGHTING SETUP by pressing the INFO ( / ) button, then press the SEL... See page 98 : Press the SEL/RESET button or the select/ reset knob : Press the INFO ( / ) button or rotate the select/ reset knob CONTINUED 95 2009 RDX
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... INFO ( / ) button, then press the SEL/RESET button to CUSTOMIZE MENU. The screen changes to enter your selection. 98 2009 RDX Main Menu Table Of Contents Multi-Information Display Headlight Auto Off Timer The headlights, parking lights, side marker lights, taillights, and license plate lights go off , follow these instructions: While LIGHTING SETUP is...
... INFO ( / ) button, then press the SEL/RESET button to CUSTOMIZE MENU. The screen changes to enter your selection. 98 2009 RDX Main Menu Table Of Contents Multi-Information Display Headlight Auto Off Timer The headlights, parking lights, side marker lights, taillights, and license plate lights go off , follow these instructions: While LIGHTING SETUP is...
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... Controls When your choice is set , you will see the above display for several seconds, then the screen goes back to CUSTOMIZE MENU. 99 2009 RDX To exit HEADLIGHT AUTO OFF TIMER without changing the current setting, select EXIT by pressing the INFO ( / ) button, then press the SEL/RESET button. If this happens...
... Controls When your choice is set , you will see the above display for several seconds, then the screen goes back to CUSTOMIZE MENU. 99 2009 RDX To exit HEADLIGHT AUTO OFF TIMER without changing the current setting, select EXIT by pressing the INFO ( / ) button, then press the SEL/RESET button. If this happens...
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... Technology Package model only Refer to the navigation system manual. 111 2009 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 ...
... Technology Package model only Refer to the navigation system manual. 111 2009 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 ...
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... lights. This indicator stays on if you leave the light switch on and turn . Headlights 5. High beams 6. When the light switch is in the or position, the lights on indicator comes on 114 2009 RDX Off 3. Fog lights off 8. Fog lights on as a reminder. The lever will... hear a reminder beeper when you release it . Parking and interior lights 4. Flash high beams 7. Headlights Turning the switch to the position turns on the headlights. To signal a lane change...
... lights. This indicator stays on if you leave the light switch on and turn . Headlights 5. High beams 6. When the light switch is in the or position, the lights on indicator comes on 114 2009 RDX Off 3. Fog lights off 8. Fog lights on as a reminder. The lever will... hear a reminder beeper when you release it . Parking and interior lights 4. Flash high beams 7. Headlights Turning the switch to the position turns on the headlights. To signal a lane change...
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...low beams. To flash the high beams, pull the lever back lightly, then release it. They will stay on as long as you leave the headlight switch in the or position, remove the key, then open the door, the lights will come on and off . Automatic Lighting Off Feature This ..., taillights, side marker lights, license plate lights, and instrument panel lights within 15 seconds of removing the key from the ignition switch with the headlight switch on low beam. Instruments and Controls CONTINUED 115 2009 RDX This feature activates if you hold the lever back. Pull it back to return to the...
...low beams. To flash the high beams, pull the lever back lightly, then release it. They will stay on as long as you leave the headlight switch in the or position, remove the key, then open the door, the lights will come on and off . Automatic Lighting Off Feature This ..., taillights, side marker lights, license plate lights, and instrument panel lights within 15 seconds of removing the key from the ignition switch with the headlight switch on low beam. Instruments and Controls CONTINUED 115 2009 RDX This feature activates if you hold the lever back. Pull it back to return to the...
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...page 98 ). They remain on until you turn on with the daytime running light system. The headlights revert to normal operation when you turn the ignition switch off or in the position, the high beam headlights and the high beam indicator come on the multiinformation display, there is a problem with the ...the multi-information display (see a ''CHECK DRL SYSTEM'' message on with reduced brightness when you unlock the door, but do not open it checked. 116 2009 RDX Main Menu Table Of Contents Headlights The lights will go off. With the driver's door open the driver's door.
...page 98 ). They remain on until you turn on with the daytime running light system. The headlights revert to normal operation when you turn the ignition switch off or in the position, the high beam headlights and the high beam indicator come on the multiinformation display, there is a problem with the ...the multi-information display (see a ''CHECK DRL SYSTEM'' message on with reduced brightness when you unlock the door, but do not open it checked. 116 2009 RDX Main Menu Table Of Contents Headlights The lights will go off. With the driver's door open the driver's door.
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...left. Main Menu Table Of Contents Instrument Panel Brightness Instruments and Controls INSTRUMENT PANEL BRIGHTNESS CONTROL KNOB U.S. Separate adjustments can be made when the headlights are on the instrument panel controls the brightness of brightness is shown. model is shown on the multi-information display while you adjust it. ...you turn the light switch to adjust the brightness. To reduce glare at night, the instrument panel illumination dims when you finish adjusting. 117 2009 RDX The level of the instrument panel lights. Turn the knob to the or position.
...left. Main Menu Table Of Contents Instrument Panel Brightness Instruments and Controls INSTRUMENT PANEL BRIGHTNESS CONTROL KNOB U.S. Separate adjustments can be made when the headlights are on the instrument panel controls the brightness of brightness is shown. model is shown on the multi-information display while you adjust it. ...you turn the light switch to adjust the brightness. To reduce glare at night, the instrument panel illumination dims when you finish adjusting. 117 2009 RDX The level of the instrument panel lights. Turn the knob to the or position.
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... the mirrors before you , then returns to the ON (II) position. 2. The AUTO indicator comes on the back of the mirror. CONTINUED 143 2009 RDX When it senses the headlights of the mirror. Be sure to L (driver's side) or R (passenger's side). Turn the ignition switch to normal visibility when the lights are gone...
... the mirrors before you , then returns to the ON (II) position. 2. The AUTO indicator comes on the back of the mirror. CONTINUED 143 2009 RDX When it senses the headlights of the mirror. Be sure to L (driver's side) or R (passenger's side). Turn the ignition switch to normal visibility when the lights are gone...
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... on the instrument panel starts blinking immediately to show you exit the vehicle, press the LOCK button on . The horn sounds and a combination of headlights, parking lights, side marker lights, and taillights flashes if someone attempts to break into your vehicle and valuables from theft. NOTE: To see if ... if the hood, tailgate, or any door, the tailgate, or the hood without using the key or the remote transmitter, will cause it . 233 2009 RDX Do not attempt to alter this system or add other devices to it to alarm. Main Menu Table Of Contents Security System The security system...
... on the instrument panel starts blinking immediately to show you exit the vehicle, press the LOCK button on . The horn sounds and a combination of headlights, parking lights, side marker lights, and taillights flashes if someone attempts to break into your vehicle and valuables from theft. NOTE: To see if ... if the hood, tailgate, or any door, the tailgate, or the hood without using the key or the remote transmitter, will cause it . 233 2009 RDX Do not attempt to alter this system or add other devices to it to alarm. Main Menu Table Of Contents Security System The security system...
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According to state and federal regulations, failure to the appropriate page listed. However, Acura recommends that are unsure of how to EPA standards. Engine oil level Check every time you are ''certified'' to perform any automotive... tank every time you fill the fuel tank. See page 361 . Maintenance 333 2009 RDX Automatic transmission Check the fluid level monthly. Main Menu Table Of Contents Maintenance Minder U.S. Vehicles: Maintenance, replacement, or repair of the headlights, parking lights, taillights, high-mount brake light, and license plate lights monthly. Owner...
According to state and federal regulations, failure to the appropriate page listed. However, Acura recommends that are unsure of how to EPA standards. Engine oil level Check every time you are ''certified'' to perform any automotive... tank every time you fill the fuel tank. See page 361 . Maintenance 333 2009 RDX Automatic transmission Check the fluid level monthly. Main Menu Table Of Contents Maintenance Minder U.S. Vehicles: Maintenance, replacement, or repair of the headlights, parking lights, taillights, high-mount brake light, and license plate lights monthly. Owner...
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... Washers Check the fluid level in cold weather. If the washer fluid is low, a ''WASHER FLUID LOW'' message appears on the multi-information display. 342 2009 RDX Fill up to condition the blade edges. models: To check the windshield washer fluid level, open the hood and look at least monthly during normal...
... Washers Check the fluid level in cold weather. If the washer fluid is low, a ''WASHER FLUID LOW'' message appears on the multi-information display. 342 2009 RDX Fill up to condition the blade edges. models: To check the windshield washer fluid level, open the hood and look at least monthly during normal...
Owner's Manual
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... Adjustments should not attempt to examine or change a low beam headlight bulb yourself. If a low beam headlight bulb fails, take the vehicle to your vehicle was new. Push the electrical connector onto the new bulb. 5. Maintenance 347 2009 RDX If you regularly carry heavy items in the cargo area or ...pull a trailer, readjustment may be done by turning it in the circuit even with the light switch off and the key removed. Low Beam Headlight Bulb Replacement The low beam headlight bulbs are a type...
... Adjustments should not attempt to examine or change a low beam headlight bulb yourself. If a low beam headlight bulb fails, take the vehicle to your vehicle was new. Push the electrical connector onto the new bulb. 5. Maintenance 347 2009 RDX If you regularly carry heavy items in the cargo area or ...pull a trailer, readjustment may be done by turning it in the circuit even with the light switch off and the key removed. Low Beam Headlight Bulb Replacement The low beam headlight bulbs are a type...
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Turn it clockwise to lock it bottoms. 348 2009 RDX Pull the bulb straight out of its socket. Insert the socket back into the socket until it one -quarter turn counterclockwise. 2. Remove the bulb from the headlight assembly by turning it in place. Turn it clockwise to lock it... one -quarter turn counterclockwise. 2. Push the new bulb straight into the headlight assembly. Remove the socket from the headlight assembly by pushing the bulb in and turning it counterclockwise until it in the socket. Open the hood. Replacing a...
Turn it clockwise to lock it bottoms. 348 2009 RDX Pull the bulb straight out of its socket. Insert the socket back into the socket until it one -quarter turn counterclockwise. 2. Remove the bulb from the headlight assembly by turning it in place. Turn it clockwise to lock it... one -quarter turn counterclockwise. 2. Push the new bulb straight into the headlight assembly. Remove the socket from the headlight assembly by pushing the bulb in and turning it counterclockwise until it in the socket. Open the hood. Replacing a...
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... straight out of the two bulbs is working. Replacing Rear Bulbs (in place. 4. Open the tailgate. Push the new bulb straight into the headlight assembly. Turn on the lights to lock it in Tailgate) COVER BULBS Maintenance NOTCH SOCKETS 1. Turn it clockwise to make sure the new bulb... or back-up light. 3. Determine which of its middle edge with a flat-tip screwdriver. 2. Remove the cover by turning it bottoms. CONTINUED 349 2009 RDX Install the socket back into the socket until it one-quarter turn counterclockwise. 4. Main Menu Table Of Contents Lights 3.
... straight out of the two bulbs is working. Replacing Rear Bulbs (in place. 4. Open the tailgate. Push the new bulb straight into the headlight assembly. Turn on the lights to lock it in Tailgate) COVER BULBS Maintenance NOTCH SOCKETS 1. Turn it clockwise to make sure the new bulb... or back-up light. 3. Determine which of its middle edge with a flat-tip screwdriver. 2. Remove the cover by turning it bottoms. CONTINUED 349 2009 RDX Install the socket back into the socket until it one-quarter turn counterclockwise. 4. Main Menu Table Of Contents Lights 3.
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... START (III) position, you do not hear the normal noise of the fuses. See Jump Starting on the headlights, and check their brightness. Check the condition of the Unexpected 375 2009 RDX You can then try to the START (III) position: You hear nothing, or almost nothing at all, or... Nothing Happens or the Starter Motor Operates Very Slowly When you try jump starting the vehicle from a booster battery (see page 377 ). If the headlights are very dim or do not dim, check the condition of the engine trying to determine the problem (see page 366 ). Check these things:...
... START (III) position, you do not hear the normal noise of the fuses. See Jump Starting on the headlights, and check their brightness. Check the condition of the Unexpected 375 2009 RDX You can then try to the START (III) position: You hear nothing, or almost nothing at all, or... Nothing Happens or the Starter Motor Operates Very Slowly When you try jump starting the vehicle from a booster battery (see page 377 ). If the headlights are very dim or do not dim, check the condition of the engine trying to determine the problem (see page 366 ). Check these things:...