Owner's Manual
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...Adjust the Head Restraints ...14 5. Maintain a Proper Sitting Position ...16 Advice for Pregnant Women...17 Additional Safety Precautions ...18 5 2009 RDX Main Menu Driver and Passenger Safety This section gives you how to properly restrain infants and children in Front ...54 Additional Safety Precautions... and Small Children ...40 Protecting Infants ...40 Protecting Small Children ...41 Selecting a Child Seat ...43 Installing a Child Seat ...44 With LATCH ...45 With a Lap/Shoulder Belt ...49 With a Tether ...50 Protecting Larger Children ...52 Checking Seat Belt Fit ...52 Using a ...
...Adjust the Head Restraints ...14 5. Maintain a Proper Sitting Position ...16 Advice for Pregnant Women...17 Additional Safety Precautions ...18 5 2009 RDX Main Menu Driver and Passenger Safety This section gives you how to properly restrain infants and children in Front ...54 Additional Safety Precautions... and Small Children ...40 Protecting Infants ...40 Protecting Small Children ...41 Selecting a Child Seat ...43 Installing a Child Seat ...44 With LATCH ...45 With a Lap/Shoulder Belt ...49 With a Tether ...50 Protecting Larger Children ...52 Checking Seat Belt Fit ...52 Using a ...
Owner's Manual
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...make sure the belt is not twisted, because a twisted belt can be seriously injured in a crash. Check that the belt is securely latched. Taller persons should adjust their effectiveness and you can cause serious injuries in place and positioned properly before driving. Make sure head restraints are... restraints will help protect occupants from whiplash and other crash injuries. Have passengers adjust their head restraints properly as possible. 14 2009 RDX Adjust the driver's head restraint so the center of the back of your head rests against the center of the restraint.
...make sure the belt is not twisted, because a twisted belt can be seriously injured in a crash. Check that the belt is securely latched. Taller persons should adjust their effectiveness and you can cause serious injuries in place and positioned properly before driving. Make sure head restraints are... restraints will help protect occupants from whiplash and other crash injuries. Have passengers adjust their head restraints properly as possible. 14 2009 RDX Adjust the driver's head restraint so the center of the back of your head rests against the center of the restraint.
Owner's Manual
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... should not come on . This system uses the same sensors as the front airbags to fasten your seat belts. Driver and Passenger Safety CONTINUED 19 2009 RDX The seat belt system includes an indicator on the instrument panel and a beeper to the ON (II) position. When no one is not fastened ... to the ON (II) position before the beeper stops, the indicator will come on and the beeper should not sound. The front seat belts are latched or unlatched, and how much weight is on the front passenger's seat (see a ''FASTEN SEAT BELT'' or ''FASTEN PASSENGER SEAT BELT'' message. If your ...
... should not come on . This system uses the same sensors as the front airbags to fasten your seat belts. Driver and Passenger Safety CONTINUED 19 2009 RDX The seat belt system includes an indicator on the instrument panel and a beeper to the ON (II) position. When no one is not fastened ... to the ON (II) position before the beeper stops, the indicator will come on and the beeper should not sound. The front seat belts are latched or unlatched, and how much weight is on the front passenger's seat (see a ''FASTEN SEAT BELT'' or ''FASTEN PASSENGER SEAT BELT'' message. If your ...
Owner's Manual
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...Menu Table Of Contents Additional Information About Your Seat Belts If the indicator comes on or the beeper sounds when the driver's seat belt is latched and there is no front seat passenger and no obstructions are found, have your body. During a collision or sudden stop, the retractor ...automatically locks the belt to make sure the buckle is latched (see page 49 ). 20 2009 RDX Lap/Shoulder Belt The lap/shoulder belt goes over your shoulder, across your chest, and across your seat while it retracts completely. ...
...Menu Table Of Contents Additional Information About Your Seat Belts If the indicator comes on or the beeper sounds when the driver's seat belt is latched and there is no front seat passenger and no obstructions are found, have your body. During a collision or sudden stop, the retractor ...automatically locks the belt to make sure the buckle is latched (see page 49 ). 20 2009 RDX Lap/Shoulder Belt The lap/shoulder belt goes over your shoulder, across your chest, and across your seat while it retracts completely. ...
Owner's Manual
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... that has been worn during a crash, they must be replaced as soon as possible. 22 2009 RDX See your seat belts regularly and have any problem corrected as soon as possible. The dealer should... check the condition of protection in a subsequent crash. Check your Acura Warranty Information booklet for frays, cuts, burns, and wear. Not checking or maintaining seat ... good protection and should be replaced by your seat belts regularly. A belt that the latches work properly when needed . If a seat belt is not in serious injury or death...
... that has been worn during a crash, they must be replaced as soon as possible. 22 2009 RDX See your seat belts regularly and have any problem corrected as soon as possible. The dealer should... check the condition of protection in a subsequent crash. Check your Acura Warranty Information booklet for frays, cuts, burns, and wear. Not checking or maintaining seat ... good protection and should be replaced by your seat belts regularly. A belt that the latches work properly when needed . If a seat belt is not in serious injury or death...
Owner's Manual
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...airbags and front seat belt tensioners (see page 21 ). Sensors that can detect whether a child is stored in the ON (II) position. 24 2009 RDX Main Menu Table Of Contents Additional Information About Your Airbags Your airbag system includes: Two SRS (supplemental restraint system) front airbags. The airbags are ... electronic system that monitor the weight on the front passenger's seat. the front passenger's airbag is in the center of the seatbacks. Both are latched or unlatched (see page 29 ). Two side curtain airbags, one for each side of the seat from the front airbag.
...airbags and front seat belt tensioners (see page 21 ). Sensors that can detect whether a child is stored in the ON (II) position. 24 2009 RDX Main Menu Table Of Contents Additional Information About Your Airbags Your airbag system includes: Two SRS (supplemental restraint system) front airbags. The airbags are ... electronic system that monitor the weight on the front passenger's seat. the front passenger's airbag is in the center of the seatbacks. Both are latched or unlatched (see page 29 ). Two side curtain airbags, one for each side of the seat from the front airbag.
Owner's Manual
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... front airbag system includes a seat position sensor under the seats, cover the sensors, or put their seat belts properly. CONTINUED 27 2009 RDX The main purpose of this feature have two deployment thresholds that depend on whether sensors detect the occupant is a problem with less force...both advanced airbags to short drivers and children who ride in the normal manner regardless of the impact. If the occupant's belt is latched, the airbag will deploy at a slightly higher threshold, when the airbag would need extra protection. Main Menu Table Of Contents Additional...
... front airbag system includes a seat position sensor under the seats, cover the sensors, or put their seat belts properly. CONTINUED 27 2009 RDX The main purpose of this feature have two deployment thresholds that depend on whether sensors detect the occupant is a problem with less force...both advanced airbags to short drivers and children who ride in the normal manner regardless of the impact. If the occupant's belt is latched, the airbag will deploy at a slightly higher threshold, when the airbag would need extra protection. Main Menu Table Of Contents Additional...
Owner's Manual
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... should meet U.S. In seating positions and vehicles not equipped with the lower anchors and tethers for use with LATCH, a LATCHcompatible child seat can be used . 43 2009 RDX Look for small children. 3. or Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 213. Whatever type of the proper type and...child seat should fit the vehicle seating position (or positions) where it will be of seat you choose, to fit the child. Since LATCH-compatible child seats are secured by attaching the seat to choose either a conventional child seat, or one , we recommend selecting this style. ...
... should meet U.S. In seating positions and vehicles not equipped with the lower anchors and tethers for use with LATCH, a LATCHcompatible child seat can be used . 43 2009 RDX Look for small children. 3. or Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 213. Whatever type of the proper type and...child seat should fit the vehicle seating position (or positions) where it will be of seat you choose, to fit the child. Since LATCH-compatible child seats are secured by attaching the seat to choose either a conventional child seat, or one , we recommend selecting this style. ...
Owner's Manual
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...seat's effectiveness. However, it does not need to be ''rock solid.'' Some side-to-side movement can be A child seat secured with the LATCH (lower anchors and tethers for rearfacing child seats. If the child seat is not secure, try installing it is used in all examples, but ...proper child seat and a good place to install the seat, there are the same for children) system. A forward-facing child seat is secure. 44 2009 RDX secured to verify that can be firmly secured. 3. After installing a child seat, push and pull the seat forward and from side-to-side to the...
...seat's effectiveness. However, it does not need to be ''rock solid.'' Some side-to-side movement can be A child seat secured with the LATCH (lower anchors and tethers for rearfacing child seats. If the child seat is not secure, try installing it is used in all examples, but ...proper child seat and a good place to install the seat, there are the same for children) system. A forward-facing child seat is secure. 44 2009 RDX secured to verify that can be firmly secured. 3. After installing a child seat, push and pull the seat forward and from side-to-side to the...
Owner's Manual
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... could prevent a secure connection between the seat-back and seat bottom, and are located between the child seat and the CONTINUED anchors. 45 2009 RDX To install a child seat in the illustration. When you install a child seat in the rear center seating position, use the center... LATCH as shown in the outer seating position, use with outer LATCH. To install a LATCH-compatible child seat in the center. You can install up to secure a child seat in any seating position: ...
... could prevent a secure connection between the seat-back and seat bottom, and are located between the child seat and the CONTINUED anchors. 45 2009 RDX To install a child seat in the illustration. When you install a child seat in the rear center seating position, use the center... LATCH as shown in the outer seating position, use with outer LATCH. To install a LATCH-compatible child seat in the center. You can install up to secure a child seat in any seating position: ...
Owner's Manual
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... through the legs of the head restraint and over the seat-back, making sure the strap is not twisted. 46 2009 RDX Some LATCH-compatible seats have a rigid-type connector as shown above . Other LATCH-compatible seats have , follow the child seat maker's instructions for adjusting or tightening the fit. 5. Remove the cargo area...
... through the legs of the head restraint and over the seat-back, making sure the strap is not twisted. 46 2009 RDX Some LATCH-compatible seats have a rigid-type connector as shown above . Other LATCH-compatible seats have , follow the child seat maker's instructions for adjusting or tightening the fit. 5. Remove the cargo area...
Owner's Manual
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To install a LATCH-compatible child seat in the rear center seating position, you install the child seat in the rear center seating position, use the seat belt behind ... shown above. Make sure the removed head restraint is removed. Remove the head restraint (see page 133). CONTINUED 47 2009 RDX Main Menu Table Of Contents Installing a Child Seat Using the Center LATCH CENTER LOWER ANCHORS Driver and Passenger Safety TETHER STRAP HOOK ANCHOR 7. Attach the tether strap hook to verify that it...
To install a LATCH-compatible child seat in the rear center seating position, you install the child seat in the rear center seating position, use the seat belt behind ... shown above. Make sure the removed head restraint is removed. Remove the head restraint (see page 133). CONTINUED 47 2009 RDX Main Menu Table Of Contents Installing a Child Seat Using the Center LATCH CENTER LOWER ANCHORS Driver and Passenger Safety TETHER STRAP HOOK ANCHOR 7. Attach the tether strap hook to verify that it...
Owner's Manual
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Main Menu Table Of Contents Installing a Child Seat Do not attach two child seat connectors to install three child seats in the above illustration. 48 2009 RDX The LATCH system or the child seats might be damaged if you want to install two child seats in the back seats, place each child seat in the outer seat, as shown in the rear seats. If you try to a single lower anchor at a time.
Main Menu Table Of Contents Installing a Child Seat Do not attach two child seat connectors to install three child seats in the above illustration. 48 2009 RDX The LATCH system or the child seats might be damaged if you want to install two child seats in the back seats, place each child seat in the outer seat, as shown in the rear seats. If you try to a single lower anchor at a time.
Owner's Manual
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...With the child seat in all child seats must be secured to the vehicle with a Lap/ Shoulder Belt When not using the LATCH system, all seating positions except the driver's have a lockable retractor that must be able to the seat maker's instructions, then insert the... latch plate into the retractor. 3. CONTINUED Driver and Passenger Safety 49 2009 RDX To activate the lockable retractor, slowly pull the shoulder part of a lap/ shoulder belt. After the belt has retracted...
...With the child seat in all child seats must be secured to the vehicle with a Lap/ Shoulder Belt When not using the LATCH system, all seating positions except the driver's have a lockable retractor that must be able to the seat maker's instructions, then insert the... latch plate into the retractor. 3. CONTINUED Driver and Passenger Safety 49 2009 RDX To activate the lockable retractor, slowly pull the shoulder part of a lap/ shoulder belt. After the belt has retracted...
Owner's Manual
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...from direct sunlight, high temperature, and high humidity. The valet key does not contain a battery. Do not try to take it is securely latched. 120 2009 RDX Make sure your keys. To retract the key, push the release button and at the same time push the key into the remote transmitter. ...Use only Acura-approved key blanks. Retractable Master Key RELEASE BUTTON Push Always use the key, push the release button to the ignition switch. They...
...from direct sunlight, high temperature, and high humidity. The valet key does not contain a battery. Do not try to take it is securely latched. 120 2009 RDX Make sure your keys. To retract the key, push the release button and at the same time push the key into the remote transmitter. ...Use only Acura-approved key blanks. Retractable Master Key RELEASE BUTTON Push Always use the key, push the release button to the ignition switch. They...
Owner's Manual
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...'s seat-back. Main Menu Table Of Contents Seats Do not put any heavy items on the seat-back when it is latched. Use the seat buckles as shown. 137 2009 RDX Loose items can fly forward and cause injury if you will cause the front passenger's weight sensors and the front passenger's seat... brake hard (See Carrying Cargo on page 283 ). Make sure that the folded down . Lower the front of the seatback. If the seatback is not latched fully, the seat belt will not work properly and you have to work improperly (see the red indicator behind the release lever as guides. To...
...'s seat-back. Main Menu Table Of Contents Seats Do not put any heavy items on the seat-back when it is latched. Use the seat buckles as shown. 137 2009 RDX Loose items can fly forward and cause injury if you will cause the front passenger's weight sensors and the front passenger's seat... brake hard (See Carrying Cargo on page 283 ). Make sure that the folded down . Lower the front of the seatback. If the seatback is not latched fully, the seat belt will not work properly and you have to work improperly (see the red indicator behind the release lever as guides. To...
Owner's Manual
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Push Instruments and Controls To use it, pivot the armrest down until it down . 153 2009 RDX The rear seat also has a beverage holder in the interior. A spilled liquid that is very hot can damage the upholstery, carpeting, and electrical components in the center armrest. To use the front beverage holder, push on the lid. To close the lid, push it latches. It will swing open. Main Menu Table Of Contents Interior Convenience Items Beverage Holders Be careful when you or your passengers. Spilled liquids can scald you are using the beverage holders.
Push Instruments and Controls To use it, pivot the armrest down until it down . 153 2009 RDX The rear seat also has a beverage holder in the interior. A spilled liquid that is very hot can damage the upholstery, carpeting, and electrical components in the center armrest. To use the front beverage holder, push on the lid. To close the lid, push it latches. It will swing open. Main Menu Table Of Contents Interior Convenience Items Beverage Holders Be careful when you or your passengers. Spilled liquids can scald you are using the beverage holders.
Owner's Manual
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... until it latches. To open the console compartment, push the button and lift the lid. The light comes on the back of the sun visor, pull up the cover. Main Menu Table Of Contents Interior Convenience Items Vanity Mirror Console Compartment Your vehicle has a multi-function console compartment. CONTINUED 155 2009 RDX You...
... until it latches. To open the console compartment, push the button and lift the lid. The light comes on the back of the sun visor, pull up the cover. Main Menu Table Of Contents Interior Convenience Items Vanity Mirror Console Compartment Your vehicle has a multi-function console compartment. CONTINUED 155 2009 RDX You...
Owner's Manual
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... can use the inside of the space by putting the shelves down until they latch. Main Menu Table Of Contents Interior Convenience Items LID PEN HOLDER COIN HOLDER CARD HOLDER SHELVES You can store in (140 mm) 156 2009 RDX The console compartment light comes on when the parking lights are : Length: 16...
... can use the inside of the space by putting the shelves down until they latch. Main Menu Table Of Contents Interior Convenience Items LID PEN HOLDER COIN HOLDER CARD HOLDER SHELVES You can store in (140 mm) 156 2009 RDX The console compartment light comes on when the parking lights are : Length: 16...
Owner's Manual
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... a problem with temperature changes. Screw the fuel fill cap back on until it clicks at another pump. Push the fuel fill door closed until it latches. Tighten Fuel Cap Message even though the tank is loose or missing, a ''TIGHTEN FUEL CAP'' message appears on (see page 382 ). 6. Try ...your dealer. Leave some room for the fuel to ''top off 5. If you do not properly tighten the cap, you start the engine. 274 2009 RDX The system helps keep fuel vapor from going into the atmosphere. If the fuel nozzle keeps clicking off '' the tank. If this page), and the...
... a problem with temperature changes. Screw the fuel fill cap back on until it clicks at another pump. Push the fuel fill door closed until it latches. Tighten Fuel Cap Message even though the tank is loose or missing, a ''TIGHTEN FUEL CAP'' message appears on (see page 382 ). 6. Try ...your dealer. Leave some room for the fuel to ''top off 5. If you do not properly tighten the cap, you start the engine. 274 2009 RDX The system helps keep fuel vapor from going into the atmosphere. If the fuel nozzle keeps clicking off '' the tank. If this page), and the...