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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) ...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 SYSTEM INDICATOR (P....
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) ...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 SYSTEM INDICATOR (P....
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...ignition switch. For more information, see page 78 ). You will also see a ''CHECK SH-AWD SYSTEM'' message on at any other time, there is set. For more information, see page 233 . 68 2009 RDX If this indicator will also sound when you turn the ignition switch to have it checked.... SECURITY SYSTEM INDICATOR This indicator comes on when the light switch is in the SH-AWD system. It comes on when the security system is...
...ignition switch. For more information, see page 78 ). You will also see a ''CHECK SH-AWD SYSTEM'' message on at any other time, there is set. For more information, see page 233 . 68 2009 RDX If this indicator will also sound when you turn the ignition switch to have it checked.... SECURITY SYSTEM INDICATOR This indicator comes on when the light switch is in the SH-AWD system. It comes on when the security system is...
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...vehicle to a dealer to have the flat tire repaired as soon as possible. You will also see an ''SH-AWD DIFF TEMP HIGH'' message on the multiinformation display (see page 77 ). CONTINUED 69 2009 RDX Pull to the side of a flat tire, have it is because of the road when it checked. ... ). If it is safe, shift to Park, and let the engine idle until the indicator goes out. Instruments and Controls Continuing to drive with the SH-AWD indicator blinking may cause serious damage to the ON (II) position. You will also see a ''CHECK TIRE PRESSURE'' message on for a few seconds...
...vehicle to a dealer to have the flat tire repaired as soon as possible. You will also see an ''SH-AWD DIFF TEMP HIGH'' message on the multiinformation display (see page 77 ). CONTINUED 69 2009 RDX Pull to the side of a flat tire, have it is because of the road when it checked. ... ). If it is safe, shift to Park, and let the engine idle until the indicator goes out. Instruments and Controls Continuing to drive with the SH-AWD indicator blinking may cause serious damage to the ON (II) position. You will also see a ''CHECK TIRE PRESSURE'' message on for a few seconds...
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... receive or make phone calls, or visit the handsfreelink.com website. 76 2009 RDX For more information, see page 308 . See page 379 for instructions on checking the engine's coolant system. Main Menu Table Of Contents Multi-Information Display SH-AWD Torque Distribution Monitor This monitor shows how much torque is being delivered to...
... receive or make phone calls, or visit the handsfreelink.com website. 76 2009 RDX For more information, see page 308 . See page 379 for instructions on checking the engine's coolant system. Main Menu Table Of Contents Multi-Information Display SH-AWD Torque Distribution Monitor This monitor shows how much torque is being delivered to...
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...automatic transmission. Main Menu Driving This section gives you tips on parking your vehicle, the braking system, the Super Handling-All Wheel DriveTM (SH-AWD ) system, the vehicle stability assist (VSA ) system, the tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS), and facts you need if you are ..., 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 ...
...automatic transmission. Main Menu Driving This section gives you tips on parking your vehicle, the braking system, the Super Handling-All Wheel DriveTM (SH-AWD ) system, the vehicle stability assist (VSA ) system, the tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS), and facts you need if you are ..., 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 ...
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... gravity. Avoid sharp turns and abrupt maneuvers whenever possible. 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 roll over if you make abrupt turns...automatically transfers some power to exercise the same care when accelerating, steering, and braking that would with a super handling-all wheel drive (SH-AWD) system. You still need to the other types of control: Take corners at slower speeds than you better traction and mobility. To ...
... gravity. Avoid sharp turns and abrupt maneuvers whenever possible. 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 roll over if you make abrupt turns...automatically transfers some power to exercise the same care when accelerating, steering, and braking that would with a super handling-all wheel drive (SH-AWD) system. You still need to the other types of control: Take corners at slower speeds than you better traction and mobility. To ...
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...Main Menu Table Of Contents Driving with the Paddle Shifters, Super Handling-All Wheel DriveTM (SH-AWD ) System Starting in Second Gear When you the amount of torque being sent to the wheels. CONTINUED 301 2009 RDX You will see ''M2'' in sequential shift mode, and the vehicle is still your... responsibility to drive and corner at reasonable speeds and to leave a sufficient margin of safety. While the SH-AWD system helps to enhance the vehicle's driving ...
...Main Menu Table Of Contents Driving with the Paddle Shifters, Super Handling-All Wheel DriveTM (SH-AWD ) System Starting in Second Gear When you the amount of torque being sent to the wheels. CONTINUED 301 2009 RDX You will see ''M2'' in sequential shift mode, and the vehicle is still your... responsibility to drive and corner at reasonable speeds and to leave a sufficient margin of safety. While the SH-AWD system helps to enhance the vehicle's driving ...
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... graph divided into 5 segments. The monitor will also see an ''SH-AWD DIFF TEMP HIGH'' message on the multiinformation display, there is only a slight change in torque distribution while driving, such as possible. 302 2009 RDX You will show the amount if the system senses any change in ...torque distribution. Main Menu Table Of Contents Super Handling-All Wheel DriveTM (SH-AWD ) System Each torque indicator is not a system problem. If the SH-AWD indicator blinks while driving, ...
... graph divided into 5 segments. The monitor will also see an ''SH-AWD DIFF TEMP HIGH'' message on the multiinformation display, there is only a slight change in torque distribution while driving, such as possible. 302 2009 RDX You will show the amount if the system senses any change in ...torque distribution. Main Menu Table Of Contents Super Handling-All Wheel DriveTM (SH-AWD ) System Each torque indicator is not a system problem. If the SH-AWD indicator blinks while driving, ...
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But its higher ground clearance and super handling-all wheel drive (SH-AWD) system allow . Your vehicle will find that it does on pavement. Be sure to store cargo properly, and do not exceed your speed low, and ... load limits (see pages 284 and 314 ). Follow all precautions and recommendations. It is not designed for use on or off -road activities. Driving 321 2009 RDX Important Safety Precautions To avoid loss of control or rollover, be seriously injured or killed. Wherever you drive, make sure you to occasionally travel on...
But its higher ground clearance and super handling-all wheel drive (SH-AWD) system allow . Your vehicle will find that it does on pavement. Be sure to store cargo properly, and do not exceed your speed low, and ... load limits (see pages 284 and 314 ). Follow all precautions and recommendations. It is not designed for use on or off -road activities. Driving 321 2009 RDX Important Safety Precautions To avoid loss of control or rollover, be seriously injured or killed. Wherever you drive, make sure you to occasionally travel on...
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.... If You Get Stuck Avoid driving on the multiinformation display (see an ''SH-AWD DIFF TEMP HIGH'' message on soft sand, deep mud, or other conditions, choose a safe and appropriate course of the SH-AWD system. The SH-AWD indicator on firm, level ground. Driving If this happens, stop and allow ... vehicle. The water can also wash the grease out of inclement weather or other surfaces where you or someone else. The SH-AWD indicator goes off the jack and hurt you could easily slip off after the rear differential temperature drops. 323 2009 RDX Driving through deep water.
.... If You Get Stuck Avoid driving on the multiinformation display (see an ''SH-AWD DIFF TEMP HIGH'' message on soft sand, deep mud, or other conditions, choose a safe and appropriate course of the SH-AWD system. The SH-AWD indicator on firm, level ground. Driving If this happens, stop and allow ... vehicle. The water can also wash the grease out of inclement weather or other surfaces where you or someone else. The SH-AWD indicator goes off the jack and hurt you could easily slip off after the rear differential temperature drops. 323 2009 RDX Driving through deep water.
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... High Left Headlight High Small Lights (Interior) Small Lights (Exterior) 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 389 2009 RDX Amps. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 7.5 A 20 A 15 A 7.5 A 15 A 20 A 7.5 A Circuits Protected SH-AWD Fuel Pump ACG ABS/VSA Heated Seat FR Fog Lights Driver's Power Seat Lumbar Support No. Main Menu Table Of Contents Fuse...
... High Left Headlight High Small Lights (Interior) Small Lights (Exterior) 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 389 2009 RDX Amps. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 7.5 A 20 A 15 A 7.5 A 15 A 20 A 7.5 A Circuits Protected SH-AWD Fuel Pump ACG ABS/VSA Heated Seat FR Fog Lights Driver's Power Seat Lumbar Support No. Main Menu Table Of Contents Fuse...
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... SECONDARY Secondary Fuse Box No. Amps. Circuits Protected 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 100 A 30 A 80 A 50 A 40 A 20 A 50 A 40 A 30 A 30 A 30 A 30 A 40 A 15 A Main Fuse SH-AWD Option Main Ignition Switch Main ABS/VSA Motor ABS/VSA Fail Safe Headlight Main Power Window Main Passenger's Power Seat Reclining Main Fan Motor Sub... Table Of Contents Fuse Locations UNDER-HOOD FUSE BOXES PRIMARY Primary Fuse Box No. Circuits Protected 1 2 7.5 A 20 A Electric Vacuum Pump Passenger's Power Seat Reclining 390 2009 RDX
... SECONDARY Secondary Fuse Box No. Amps. Circuits Protected 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 100 A 30 A 80 A 50 A 40 A 20 A 50 A 40 A 30 A 30 A 30 A 30 A 40 A 15 A Main Fuse SH-AWD Option Main Ignition Switch Main ABS/VSA Motor ABS/VSA Fail Safe Headlight Main Power Window Main Passenger's Power Seat Reclining Main Fan Motor Sub... Table Of Contents Fuse Locations UNDER-HOOD FUSE BOXES PRIMARY Primary Fuse Box No. Circuits Protected 1 2 7.5 A 20 A Electric Vacuum Pump Passenger's Power Seat Reclining 390 2009 RDX
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..., 381 Lights On ...68 Low Tire Pressure/ TPMS ...69, 307 Maintenance Minder ...70 Malfunction Indicator Lamp ...382 Passenger Airbag Off ...32 Security System ...68, 233 SH-AWD ...68 Side Airbag Off ...31, 64 SRS ...31, 63 System Message ...70 TPMS, Low Tire Pressure.. 69, 307 Turn Signal and Hazard Warning ...67 VSA... Important Safety Precautions ...6 Indicators ABS (Anti-Lock Brake)...64, 305 A/T Temperature ...63 Brake (Amber) ...65, 384 Brake (Red)...65, 383 Charging System ...63, 381 INDEX V 2009 RDX
..., 381 Lights On ...68 Low Tire Pressure/ TPMS ...69, 307 Maintenance Minder ...70 Malfunction Indicator Lamp ...382 Passenger Airbag Off ...32 Security System ...68, 233 SH-AWD ...68 Side Airbag Off ...31, 64 SRS ...31, 63 System Message ...70 TPMS, Low Tire Pressure.. 69, 307 Turn Signal and Hazard Warning ...67 VSA... Important Safety Precautions ...6 Indicators ABS (Anti-Lock Brake)...64, 305 A/T Temperature ...63 Brake (Amber) ...65, 384 Brake (Red)...65, 383 Charging System ...63, 381 INDEX V 2009 RDX
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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 Indicators ...293 Shift Lock Release ...296 ... T Tailgate Open Indicator ...11 Opening the ...125 Unlocking the Tailgate ...126 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 Indicators ...293 Shift Lock Release ...296 ... T Tailgate Open Indicator ...11 Opening the ...125 Unlocking the Tailgate ...126 Taillights, Changing Bulbs ...349, 350 Taking Care of the Unexpected .. 369 INDEX CONTINUED IX 2009 RDX
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... 32 psi (220 kPa , 2.2 kgf/cm ) Spare Tire Pressure: 60 psi (420 kPa , 4.2 kgf/cm ) 2009 RDX Power Steering Fluid: Honda Power Steering Fluid preferred, or another brand of 91 or higher. Main Menu Service Information Summary Gasoline:... gal (68 ) Required Engine Oil; Rear Differential Fluid: Use Honda ATF-Z1 (Automatic Transmission Fluid) only. Capacity: SH-AWD differential case 2.8 US qt (2.7 ) Transfer Assembly Fluid: SAE 90 or SAE 80W-90 viscosity hypoid gear oil, API...Do not use Mobil 1 5W-30 or an equivalent oil that meets the Acura HTO-06 standard. Always use ATF (see page 343 ).
... 32 psi (220 kPa , 2.2 kgf/cm ) Spare Tire Pressure: 60 psi (420 kPa , 4.2 kgf/cm ) 2009 RDX Power Steering Fluid: Honda Power Steering Fluid preferred, or another brand of 91 or higher. Main Menu Service Information Summary Gasoline:... gal (68 ) Required Engine Oil; Rear Differential Fluid: Use Honda ATF-Z1 (Automatic Transmission Fluid) only. Capacity: SH-AWD differential case 2.8 US qt (2.7 ) Transfer Assembly Fluid: SAE 90 or SAE 80W-90 viscosity hypoid gear oil, API...Do not use Mobil 1 5W-30 or an equivalent oil that meets the Acura HTO-06 standard. Always use ATF (see page 343 ).