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and Canada only) (warranty and contact information) ...409 Authorized Manuals (U. S. 2009 RDX Online Reference Owner's Manual Contents Owner's Identification Form Introduction ...i A Few Words About Safety ...iii Important Handling Information ...iv Your ..., minor services, and vehicle storage)...325 Taking Care of the Unexpected (flat tire, dead battery, overheating, and fuses) ...369 Technical Information (vehicle specifications, tires, and emissions controls) ...393 Warranty and Client Relations (U. only) (how to order) ...413 Index ...I Service Information Summary ( fluid capacities...
and Canada only) (warranty and contact information) ...409 Authorized Manuals (U. S. 2009 RDX Online Reference Owner's Manual Contents Owner's Identification Form Introduction ...i A Few Words About Safety ...iii Important Handling Information ...iv Your ..., minor services, and vehicle storage)...325 Taking Care of the Unexpected (flat tire, dead battery, overheating, and fuses) ...369 Technical Information (vehicle specifications, tires, and emissions controls) ...393 Warranty and Client Relations (U. only) (how to order) ...413 Index ...I Service Information Summary ( fluid capacities...
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... closed, the ''DOOR OPEN'' message will come on. Driver and Passenger Safety 11 2009 RDX When the tailgate is not tightly closed. You will also hear a beep when you open indicator on the multiinformation display to indicate when a specific door or the tailgate is not tightly closed, the ''TAILGATE OPEN'' message will come...
... closed, the ''DOOR OPEN'' message will come on. Driver and Passenger Safety 11 2009 RDX When the tailgate is not tightly closed. You will also hear a beep when you open indicator on the multiinformation display to indicate when a specific door or the tailgate is not tightly closed, the ''TAILGATE OPEN'' message will come...
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... positions) where it will be of the proper type and size to a vehicle with LATCH, a LATCHcompatible child seat can be used . 43 2009 RDX Before purchasing a conventional child seat, or using a seat belt. The child seat should meet U.S. Rear-facing for infants, forwardfacing for FMVSS Driver..., or one , we recommend selecting this style. Whatever type of improper installation, we recommend that you test the seat in the specific vehicle seating position or positions where the seat will be installed using a previously purchased one designed for use with the lower anchors and...
... positions) where it will be of the proper type and size to a vehicle with LATCH, a LATCHcompatible child seat can be used . 43 2009 RDX Before purchasing a conventional child seat, or using a seat belt. The child seat should meet U.S. Rear-facing for infants, forwardfacing for FMVSS Driver..., or one , we recommend selecting this style. Whatever type of improper installation, we recommend that you test the seat in the specific vehicle seating position or positions where the seat will be installed using a previously purchased one designed for use with the lower anchors and...
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...and then to normal display. If the disc was not recorded with this information, ''NO INFO'' will be shown on the center display. 178 2009 RDX You will not show on the upper display. If the disc was not recorded with variable bit rate and multi-session. When playing a disc compressed...artist name, and then to normal display each time you insert a disc, and the system begins to play. Maximum layers (including ROOT): 8 layers The specifications for compatible MP3 files are : Sampling frequency: 32/44.1/48 kHz Bit rate: 48/64/80/96/128/160/192 kbps Compatible with CD-TEXT...
...and then to normal display. If the disc was not recorded with this information, ''NO INFO'' will be shown on the center display. 178 2009 RDX You will not show on the upper display. If the disc was not recorded with variable bit rate and multi-session. When playing a disc compressed...artist name, and then to normal display each time you insert a disc, and the system begins to play. Maximum layers (including ROOT): 8 layers The specifications for compatible MP3 files are : Sampling frequency: 32/44.1/48 kHz Bit rate: 48/64/80/96/128/160/192 kbps Compatible with CD-TEXT...
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... Table Of Contents Audio System Playing an MP3/WMA Disc The CD changer can hold up to 255 playable files. The specifications for compatible WMA files are : Sampling frequency: 32/44.1/48 kHz (MPEG1), 16/22.05/24 kHz (MPEG2) ...112/128/160 kbps (MPEG2) Compatible with variable bit rate and multi-session. Maximum layers (including ROOT): 8 layers The specifications for compatible MP3 files are : Sampling frequency: 32/44.1/48 kHz Bit rate: 48/64/80/96/128/160/192 kbps...shows disc number, folder name, file number, and elapsed time. Maximum layers (including ROOT): 8 layers 202 2009 RDX
... Table Of Contents Audio System Playing an MP3/WMA Disc The CD changer can hold up to 255 playable files. The specifications for compatible WMA files are : Sampling frequency: 32/44.1/48 kHz (MPEG1), 16/22.05/24 kHz (MPEG2) ...112/128/160 kbps (MPEG2) Compatible with variable bit rate and multi-session. Maximum layers (including ROOT): 8 layers The specifications for compatible MP3 files are : Sampling frequency: 32/44.1/48 kHz Bit rate: 48/64/80/96/128/160/192 kbps...shows disc number, folder name, file number, and elapsed time. Maximum layers (including ROOT): 8 layers 202 2009 RDX
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... number and serial number. If this happens, you will see on the center or upper display (depending on models) the next time you must enter a specific five-digit code with the preset bars or buttons (depending on the radio code card included in this owner's manual. Use the preset bars or... then leave the system on for any reason. complete the five-digit sequence, then enter the correct code. If you make it is disconnected. 232 2009 RDX The system will start over;
... number and serial number. If this happens, you will see on the center or upper display (depending on models) the next time you must enter a specific five-digit code with the preset bars or buttons (depending on the radio code card included in this owner's manual. Use the preset bars or... then leave the system on for any reason. complete the five-digit sequence, then enter the correct code. If you make it is disconnected. 232 2009 RDX The system will start over;
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... Do not install accessories on your vehicle, they may not meet factory specifications, and could adversely affect your vehicle's handling and stability. Although non-Acura accessories may interfere with proper vehicle operation or performance. Follow all instructions ...vehicle, and are covered by warranty. Before you make your vehicle unsafe. Accessories Your dealer has Acura accessories that allow you to read the following information. Main Menu Table Of Contents Accessories and Modifications Modifying ...-lock brakes, and tire pressure monitoring system. Before Driving 281 2009 RDX
... Do not install accessories on your vehicle, they may not meet factory specifications, and could adversely affect your vehicle's handling and stability. Although non-Acura accessories may interfere with proper vehicle operation or performance. Follow all instructions ...vehicle, and are covered by warranty. Before you make your vehicle unsafe. Accessories Your dealer has Acura accessories that allow you to read the following information. Main Menu Table Of Contents Accessories and Modifications Modifying ...-lock brakes, and tire pressure monitoring system. Before Driving 281 2009 RDX
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... have your tires serviced by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. Never use TPMS specific wheels. As required by your dealer or a qualified technician. Operation is recommended that may cause undesired operation of the FCC rules....: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must use a puncture-repairing agent in a flat tire. Driving 311 2009 RDX If used, you have a flat tire, the low tire pressure/TPMS and tire monitor indicators will also see page 370 ). Changes or modifications...
... have your tires serviced by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. Never use TPMS specific wheels. As required by your dealer or a qualified technician. Operation is recommended that may cause undesired operation of the FCC rules....: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must use a puncture-repairing agent in a flat tire. Driving 311 2009 RDX If used, you have a flat tire, the low tire pressure/TPMS and tire monitor indicators will also see page 370 ). Changes or modifications...
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... The ABS and VSA system work . Tire size and construction can cause the ABS and vehicle stability assist system (VSA) to -back. 363 2009 RDX If you ever replace a wheel, make sure that is best to replace all four tires at your dealer. (For Non-directional (For Directional ... vehicle. Main Menu Table Of Contents Tires Tire Rotation Front Front Replacing Tires and Wheels Replace your vehicle's handling. If that the wheel's specifications match those of the wheels. Replacing just one tire can reduce braking ability, traction, and steering accuracy. If you do not, the tire...
... The ABS and VSA system work . Tire size and construction can cause the ABS and vehicle stability assist system (VSA) to -back. 363 2009 RDX If you ever replace a wheel, make sure that is best to replace all four tires at your dealer. (For Non-directional (For Directional ... vehicle. Main Menu Table Of Contents Tires Tire Rotation Front Front Replacing Tires and Wheels Replace your vehicle's handling. If that the wheel's specifications match those of the wheels. Replacing just one tire can reduce braking ability, traction, and steering accuracy. If you do not, the tire...
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...7 1/2J (TPMS) Tires: P235/55R18 99V See page 398 for information about DOT Tire Quality Grading, and page 400 for maximum speed recommendations. 364 2009 RDX Winter Driving Tires marked ''M S'' or ''All Season'' on all four wheels. The traction provided by snow tires on dry roads may be lower than... your original tires. Main Menu Table Of Contents Tires Wheel and Tire Specifications Installing improper tires on your vehicle, make sure they are radial tires of tires recommended in which you can be seriously hurt or ...
...7 1/2J (TPMS) Tires: P235/55R18 99V See page 398 for information about DOT Tire Quality Grading, and page 400 for maximum speed recommendations. 364 2009 RDX Winter Driving Tires marked ''M S'' or ''All Season'' on all four wheels. The traction provided by snow tires on dry roads may be lower than... your original tires. Main Menu Table Of Contents Tires Wheel and Tire Specifications Installing improper tires on your vehicle, make sure they are radial tires of tires recommended in which you can be seriously hurt or ...
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... ...404 Ignition Timing Control System...404 Three Way Catalytic Converter ...404 Replacement Parts...404 Three Way Catalytic Converter ...405 Emissions Testing ...406 Technical Information 393 2009 RDX Main Menu Technical Information The diagrams in this section give you should know about your vehicle and the locations of the identification numbers. It also...
... ...404 Ignition Timing Control System...404 Three Way Catalytic Converter ...404 Replacement Parts...404 Three Way Catalytic Converter ...405 Emissions Testing ...406 Technical Information 393 2009 RDX Main Menu Technical Information The diagrams in this section give you should know about your vehicle and the locations of the identification numbers. It also...
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Main Menu Table Of Contents Specifications Dimensions Length Width Height Wheelbase Track Capacities Fuel tank Engine oil Change Including filter Without filter Total Engine Change 2 coolant Total Automatic Change transmission Total ... (1,870 mm) 65.2 in (1,655 mm) 104.3 in (2,650 mm) 61.9 in (1,572 mm) 62.6 in the engine Reserve tank capacity: 0.18 US gal (0.7 ) 396 2009 RDX Engine Type Bore x Stroke Displacement Compression ratio Spark plugs Seating Capacities Total Front Rear Water cooled 4-stroke DOHC i-VTEC 4-cylinder gasoline engine with turbo charger...
Main Menu Table Of Contents Specifications Dimensions Length Width Height Wheelbase Track Capacities Fuel tank Engine oil Change Including filter Without filter Total Engine Change 2 coolant Total Automatic Change transmission Total ... (1,870 mm) 65.2 in (1,655 mm) 104.3 in (2,650 mm) 61.9 in (1,572 mm) 62.6 in the engine Reserve tank capacity: 0.18 US gal (0.7 ) 396 2009 RDX Engine Type Bore x Stroke Displacement Compression ratio Spark plugs Seating Capacities Total Front Rear Water cooled 4-stroke DOHC i-VTEC 4-cylinder gasoline engine with turbo charger...
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See page 390 or the fuse box covers. Battery Capacity 12 V 12 V 52 AH/5 HR 65 AH/20 HR 397 2009 RDX Replacement of a low beam headlight bulb should be performed by your dealer. High Low Front turn signal/parking lights Front fog lights Front side...2.2 kgf/cm ) 60 psi (420 kPa , 4.2 kgf/cm ) Technical Information : The low beam headlight bulbs are high voltage discharge bulbs. Main Menu Table Of Contents Specifications Air Conditioning Refrigerant type Charge quantity Lubricant type Lights Headlights Fuses Interior Under-hood HFC-134a (R-134a) 15.8 17.6 oz (450 500 g) SP-10 See...
See page 390 or the fuse box covers. Battery Capacity 12 V 12 V 52 AH/5 HR 65 AH/20 HR 397 2009 RDX Replacement of a low beam headlight bulb should be performed by your dealer. High Low Front turn signal/parking lights Front fog lights Front side...2.2 kgf/cm ) 60 psi (420 kPa , 4.2 kgf/cm ) Technical Information : The low beam headlight bulbs are high voltage discharge bulbs. Main Menu Table Of Contents Specifications Air Conditioning Refrigerant type Charge quantity Lubricant type Lights Headlights Fuses Interior Under-hood HFC-134a (R-134a) 15.8 17.6 oz (450 500 g) SP-10 See...
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... Driving with the Paddle Shifters...297 Shifting ...293 Shift Lever Position Indicators ...293 Shift Lever Positions ...294 Shift Lock Release ...296 Auxiliary Input Jack ...220 Specifications ...397 Before Driving ...271 Belts, Seat ...8, 19 Beverage Holders ...153 Bluetooth HandsFreeLink ...250 Booster Seats ...53 Brakes Anti-lock System (ABS) ...305 Break-in, New... Braking System...304 Break-in, New Vehicle ...272 Brightness Control, Instruments ...117 INDEX B Battery Charging System Indicator...63, 381 Jump Starting ...377 Maintenance ...366 CONTINUED I 2009 RDX
... Driving with the Paddle Shifters...297 Shifting ...293 Shift Lever Position Indicators ...293 Shift Lever Positions ...294 Shift Lock Release ...296 Auxiliary Input Jack ...220 Specifications ...397 Before Driving ...271 Belts, Seat ...8, 19 Beverage Holders ...153 Bluetooth HandsFreeLink ...250 Booster Seats ...53 Brakes Anti-lock System (ABS) ...305 Break-in, New... Braking System...304 Break-in, New Vehicle ...272 Brightness Control, Instruments ...117 INDEX B Battery Charging System Indicator...63, 381 Jump Starting ...377 Maintenance ...366 CONTINUED I 2009 RDX
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......350 Fog Lights ...351 Front Parking Lights ...348 Front Side Marker Lights...348 Headlights ...347 High-mount Brake Light ...352 Rear Side Marker Lights ...350 Specifications ...397 Taillights ...349, 350 Turn Signal Lights ...348, 350 Bulbs, Halogen ...347, 351 Bulbs, High Voltage Discharge Type...347 CAUTION, Explanation of ...iii CD Care......396 Carbon Monoxide Hazard ...56 Cargo ...283 Cargo Area Cover ...157 Cargo Area Light ...150 Cargo Hooks ...287 Cargo Net ...287 Carrying Cargo ...283 II 2009 RDX
......350 Fog Lights ...351 Front Parking Lights ...348 Front Side Marker Lights...348 Headlights ...347 High-mount Brake Light ...352 Rear Side Marker Lights ...350 Specifications ...397 Taillights ...349, 350 Turn Signal Lights ...348, 350 Bulbs, Halogen ...347, 351 Bulbs, High Voltage Discharge Type...347 CAUTION, Explanation of ...iii CD Care......396 Carbon Monoxide Hazard ...56 Cargo ...283 Cargo Area Cover ...157 Cargo Area Light ...150 Cargo Hooks ...287 Cargo Net ...287 Carrying Cargo ...283 II 2009 RDX
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...'t Start ...375 Malfunction Indicator Lamp ...63, 382 Oil Life Display ...327 Oil Pressure Indicator ...63, 381 Oil, What Kind to Use ...336 Overheating...379 Specifications ...396 Speed Limiter ...295 Starting...292 Evaporative Emissions Controls .. 403 Exhaust Emissions Controls ...404 Exhaust Fumes ...56 Expectant Mothers, Use of Seat Belts by ...17... ...152 Front Seat Adjusting...131 Heaters...138 Fuel ...272 AVG. Fuel ...73, 75 Octane Requirement ...272 Tank, Refueling ...273 Gas Station Procedures...273 IV 2009 RDX Fuel A/B ...73, 75 Low Fuel Indicator ...66 Gauge ...71 INST.
...'t Start ...375 Malfunction Indicator Lamp ...63, 382 Oil Life Display ...327 Oil Pressure Indicator ...63, 381 Oil, What Kind to Use ...336 Overheating...379 Specifications ...396 Speed Limiter ...295 Starting...292 Evaporative Emissions Controls .. 403 Exhaust Emissions Controls ...404 Exhaust Fumes ...56 Expectant Mothers, Use of Seat Belts by ...17... ...152 Front Seat Adjusting...131 Heaters...138 Fuel ...272 AVG. Fuel ...73, 75 Octane Requirement ...272 Tank, Refueling ...273 Gas Station Procedures...273 IV 2009 RDX Fuel A/B ...73, 75 Low Fuel Indicator ...66 Gauge ...71 INST.
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... Low Coolant Level ...277 Lower Anchors...45 Low Fuel Indicator ...66 Low Oil Pressure Indicator ...63, 381 Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator ...69, 307 Lubricant Specifications Chart ...396 Luggage Hooks (Cargo Hooks) .. 287 Luggage, Storing (Cargo) ...283 Luggage Net (Cargo Net) ...287 J Jacking up the Vehicle ...372 Jack, Tire ...372 Jump...
... Low Coolant Level ...277 Lower Anchors...45 Low Fuel Indicator ...66 Low Oil Pressure Indicator ...63, 381 Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator ...69, 307 Lubricant Specifications Chart ...396 Luggage Hooks (Cargo Hooks) .. 287 Luggage, Storing (Cargo) ...283 Luggage Net (Cargo Net) ...287 J Jacking up the Vehicle ...372 Jack, Tire ...372 Jump...
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... Your Side Curtain Airbags Work...30 Side Marker Lights, Bulb Replacement ...348, 350 Signaling Turns ...114 Snow Tires ...364 Sound System ...168 Spare Tire ...370 Specifications ...396 Speed Limiter ...295 SRS, Additional Information...23 Additional Safety Precautions ...34 Advanced Airbags ...27 Airbag Service ...33 Airbag System Components ...23 Dual-Stage Airbags... 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
... Your Side Curtain Airbags Work...30 Side Marker Lights, Bulb Replacement ...348, 350 Signaling Turns ...114 Snow Tires ...364 Sound System ...168 Spare Tire ...370 Specifications ...396 Speed Limiter ...295 SRS, Additional Information...23 Additional Safety Precautions ...34 Advanced Airbags ...27 Airbag Service ...33 Airbag System Components ...23 Dual-Stage Airbags... 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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... Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator...69, 307 Maintenance ...362 Pressure Monitor...308 Pressure Monitoring System ...307 Replacing ...363 Rotating...363 Service Life ...362 Snow ...364 Specifications ...364, 397 Tools, Tire Changing ...372 Towing A Trailer ...314 Emergency Wrecker ...391 Equipment and Accessories ...315 Pre-Tow Checklist ...318 Weight Limit ...314 TPMS (Tire... Tire Quality Grading ...398 Unleaded Gasoline...272 Used Oil, How to Dispose of ...339 V Vehicle Capacity Load ...284 Vehicle Dimensions...396 Vehicle Identification Number...394 X 2009 RDX
... Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator...69, 307 Maintenance ...362 Pressure Monitor...308 Pressure Monitoring System ...307 Replacing ...363 Rotating...363 Service Life ...362 Snow ...364 Specifications ...364, 397 Tools, Tire Changing ...372 Towing A Trailer ...314 Emergency Wrecker ...391 Equipment and Accessories ...315 Pre-Tow Checklist ...318 Weight Limit ...314 TPMS (Tire... Tire Quality Grading ...398 Unleaded Gasoline...272 Used Oil, How to Dispose of ...339 V Vehicle Capacity Load ...284 Vehicle Dimensions...396 Vehicle Identification Number...394 X 2009 RDX
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...manual should be considered a permanent part of approval for printing. reserves the right, however, to discontinue or change specifications or design at the time of the vehicle and should remain with the vehicle when it is sold to original ... STREET DEALER NO. CITY STATE/PROVINCE ZIP CODE/ POSTAL CODE OWNER'S SIGNATURE DEALER'S SIGNATURE 2009 RDX ZIP CODE/ POSTAL CODE The information and specifications included in this publication were in effect at any time without notice and without incurring any ... V. DELIVERY DATE (Date sold . You may find descriptions of the Acura RDX.
...manual should be considered a permanent part of approval for printing. reserves the right, however, to discontinue or change specifications or design at the time of the vehicle and should remain with the vehicle when it is sold to original ... STREET DEALER NO. CITY STATE/PROVINCE ZIP CODE/ POSTAL CODE OWNER'S SIGNATURE DEALER'S SIGNATURE 2009 RDX ZIP CODE/ POSTAL CODE The information and specifications included in this publication were in effect at any time without notice and without incurring any ... V. DELIVERY DATE (Date sold . You may find descriptions of the Acura RDX.