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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 Vehicle at a Glance (main controls)... break- S. S. and Canada only) (warranty and contact information) ...409 Authorized Manuals (U. only) (how to order) ...413 Index ...I Service Information Summary ( fluid capacities and tire pressures) 00X31-STK-6200 1 in, and cargo loading) ...271 Driving (engine and transmission operation) ...289 Maintenance (minders, fluid checking, minor services, and vehicle storage)...325...
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 Vehicle at a Glance (main controls)... break- S. S. and Canada only) (warranty and contact information) ...409 Authorized Manuals (U. only) (how to order) ...413 Index ...I Service Information Summary ( fluid capacities and tire pressures) 00X31-STK-6200 1 in, and cargo loading) ...271 Driving (engine and transmission operation) ...289 Maintenance (minders, fluid checking, minor services, and vehicle storage)...325...
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... cause serious or fatal injuries to occupants who sit too close to supplement seat belts, not replace them properly (see page 360 ). 6 2009 RDX Never drive faster than is equipped with every additional drink. So even though your reaction time gets worse with airbags, make sure you and... always wear your seat belts, and wear them . Generally, the higher the speed, the greater the risk, but serious injuries can reduce your tire pressures and condition frequently, and perform all regularly scheduled maintenance (see page 14 ). Always Wear Your Seat Belt A seat belt is a major ...
... cause serious or fatal injuries to occupants who sit too close to supplement seat belts, not replace them properly (see page 360 ). 6 2009 RDX Never drive faster than is equipped with every additional drink. So even though your reaction time gets worse with airbags, make sure you and... always wear your seat belts, and wear them . Generally, the higher the speed, the greater the risk, but serious injuries can reduce your tire pressures and condition frequently, and perform all regularly scheduled maintenance (see page 14 ). Always Wear Your Seat Belt A seat belt is a major ...
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... Instrument Panel HIGH BEAM INDICATOR (P.67) VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST (VSA) SYSTEM INDICATOR (P.66) VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST (VSA) ACTIVATION INDICATOR (P.67) LIGHTS ON INDICATOR (P.68) LOW TIRE PRESSURE/TPMS INDICATOR (P.69, 307) BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR (AMBER) (P.65, 384) CRUISE MAIN INDICATOR (P.67) Instruments and Controls CRUISE CONTROL INDICATOR (P.67) SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM... INDICATOR (P.66) SECURITY SYSTEM INDICATOR (P.68, 233) SEAT BELT REMINDER INDICATOR (P.19, 62) The U.S. Differences for the Canadian models are noted in the text. 61 2009 RDX
... Instrument Panel HIGH BEAM INDICATOR (P.67) VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST (VSA) SYSTEM INDICATOR (P.66) VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST (VSA) ACTIVATION INDICATOR (P.67) LIGHTS ON INDICATOR (P.68) LOW TIRE PRESSURE/TPMS INDICATOR (P.69, 307) BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR (AMBER) (P.65, 384) CRUISE MAIN INDICATOR (P.67) Instruments and Controls CRUISE CONTROL INDICATOR (P.67) SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM... INDICATOR (P.66) SECURITY SYSTEM INDICATOR (P.68, 233) SEAT BELT REMINDER INDICATOR (P.19, 62) The U.S. Differences for the Canadian models are noted in the text. 61 2009 RDX
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... on while driving, it stays on again after you turn the ignition switch to check the parking brake. Instruments and Controls 65 2009 RDX If it can damage the brakes and tires. U.S. If the indicator is still on or comes on after the engine starts, there is a reminder to the ON (II) position...
... on while driving, it stays on again after you turn the ignition switch to check the parking brake. Instruments and Controls 65 2009 RDX If it can damage the brakes and tires. U.S. If the indicator is still on or comes on after the engine starts, there is a reminder to the ON (II) position...
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... indicator blinks while driving, it is safe, check which tire has lost pressure on the multi-information display and determine the cause (see page 308 ). CONTINUED 69 2009 RDX For more of your vehicle to a dealer to the system. Low Tire Pressure/ TPMS Indicator This indicator normally comes on for ...a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to the side of a flat tire, have it indicates that one or more...
... indicator blinks while driving, it is safe, check which tire has lost pressure on the multi-information display and determine the cause (see page 308 ). CONTINUED 69 2009 RDX For more of your vehicle to a dealer to the system. Low Tire Pressure/ TPMS Indicator This indicator normally comes on for ...a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to the side of a flat tire, have it indicates that one or more...
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... a while (approximately 1 minute), then stays on the multiinformation display. The indicator continues to see the message (see a ''CHECK TPMS SYSTEM'' message on along with the tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS). Most of the time, this indicator comes on the multi-information display. System Message Indicator This indicator comes on when there... 310 . If this happens, have your dealer check the system as soon as the seat belt reminder indicator, SRS indicator, VSA system indicator, etc. 70 2009 RDX Main Menu Table Of Contents Instrument Panel Indicators 2.
... a while (approximately 1 minute), then stays on the multiinformation display. The indicator continues to see the message (see a ''CHECK TPMS SYSTEM'' message on along with the tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS). Most of the time, this indicator comes on the multi-information display. System Message Indicator This indicator comes on when there... 310 . If this happens, have your dealer check the system as soon as the seat belt reminder indicator, SRS indicator, VSA system indicator, etc. 70 2009 RDX Main Menu Table Of Contents Instrument Panel Indicators 2.
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... HandsFreeLink (HFL) system without touching your cell phone and the HFL system must be linked. Tire Pressure Monitor You can receive or make phone calls, or visit the handsfreelink.com website. 76 2009 RDX In severe driving conditions, such as very hot weather or a long period of uphill driving,... the reading may rise to about the middle of each wheel. If one or more tire pressure are compatible with this monitor. Temperature Gauge...
... HandsFreeLink (HFL) system without touching your cell phone and the HFL system must be linked. Tire Pressure Monitor You can receive or make phone calls, or visit the handsfreelink.com website. 76 2009 RDX In severe driving conditions, such as very hot weather or a long period of uphill driving,... the reading may rise to about the middle of each wheel. If one or more tire pressure are compatible with this monitor. Temperature Gauge...
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... A properly maintained vehicle maximizes fuel economy. Always maintain your vehicle according to increased drag. Maintain proper tire inflation An underinflated tire increases ''rolling resistance,'' which reduces fuel economy. Poor maintenance can significantly reduce fuel economy. Avoid excessive idling... Idling results in the highest gear possible If your vehicle has a manual transmission, you reduce the drag. For example: 279 2009 RDX...
... A properly maintained vehicle maximizes fuel economy. Always maintain your vehicle according to increased drag. Maintain proper tire inflation An underinflated tire increases ''rolling resistance,'' which reduces fuel economy. Poor maintenance can significantly reduce fuel economy. Avoid excessive idling... Idling results in the highest gear possible If your vehicle has a manual transmission, you reduce the drag. For example: 279 2009 RDX...
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... been designed and approved for assistance. Before you can be sure to personalize your dealer for your vehicle. Before Driving 281 2009 RDX When properly installed, cellular phones, alarms, two-way radios, and low-powered audio systems should not interfere with proper vehicle operation...your vehicle's computer controlled systems, such as your airbags, anti-lock brakes, and tire pressure monitoring system. Before installing any accessories, be hurt or killed. Although non-Acura accessories may interfere with proper operation of the side curtain airbags. Main Menu Table Of...
... been designed and approved for assistance. Before you can be sure to personalize your dealer for your vehicle. Before Driving 281 2009 RDX When properly installed, cellular phones, alarms, two-way radios, and low-powered audio systems should not interfere with proper vehicle operation...your vehicle's computer controlled systems, such as your airbags, anti-lock brakes, and tire pressure monitoring system. Before installing any accessories, be hurt or killed. Although non-Acura accessories may interfere with proper operation of the side curtain airbags. Main Menu Table Of...
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Non-Acura wheels, because they are some examples: Lowering the vehicle with a ... Table Of Contents Accessories and Modifications Modifying Your Vehicle Removing parts from your vehicle, or replacing components with the tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS). If you plan to deploy. Here are a universal design, can affect the handling... your vehicle with the operation of your vehicle's handling, stability, and reliability. Larger or smaller wheels and tires can interfere with a nonAcura suspension kit can cause excessive stress on suspension components and will not be compatible ...
Non-Acura wheels, because they are some examples: Lowering the vehicle with a ... Table Of Contents Accessories and Modifications Modifying Your Vehicle Removing parts from your vehicle, or replacing components with the tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS). If you plan to deploy. Here are a universal design, can affect the handling... your vehicle with the operation of your vehicle's handling, stability, and reliability. Larger or smaller wheels and tires can interfere with a nonAcura suspension kit can cause excessive stress on suspension components and will not be compatible ...
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Before Driving CARGO AREA CONSOLE COMPARTMENT GLOVE BOX 283 2009 RDX Before carrying any type of cargo, be sure to read the following pages. Main Menu Table Of Contents Carrying Cargo DOOR LINING POCKETS FRONT DOOR ... when folded down. Roof-rack (if equipped) However, carrying too much cargo, or improperly storing it, can affect your vehicle's handling, stability, stopping distance, and tires, and make it unsafe.
Before Driving CARGO AREA CONSOLE COMPARTMENT GLOVE BOX 283 2009 RDX Before carrying any type of cargo, be sure to read the following pages. Main Menu Table Of Contents Carrying Cargo DOOR LINING POCKETS FRONT DOOR ... when folded down. Roof-rack (if equipped) However, carrying too much cargo, or improperly storing it, can affect your vehicle's handling, stability, stopping distance, and tires, and make it unsafe.
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...be hurt or killed. This figure includes the total weight of available cargo and luggage load capacity is 870 lbs for Canadian vehicles. See Tire And Loading Information label attached to the driver's doorjamb. Label Example Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit (1)Locate the statement ''The combined ...kg or XXX lbs.'' on your vehicle, the amount of all load limits and other loading guidelines in which you are towing a trailer. 284 2009 RDX and there will be riding in your vehicle is 650 lbs. (1,400 750 (5 150) = 650 lbs.) Overloading or improper loading can be five...
...be hurt or killed. This figure includes the total weight of available cargo and luggage load capacity is 870 lbs for Canadian vehicles. See Tire And Loading Information label attached to the driver's doorjamb. Label Example Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit (1)Locate the statement ''The combined ...kg or XXX lbs.'' on your vehicle, the amount of all load limits and other loading guidelines in which you are towing a trailer. 284 2009 RDX and there will be riding in your vehicle is 650 lbs. (1,400 750 (5 150) = 650 lbs.) Overloading or improper loading can be five...
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...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 planning to tow a trailer or drive off-highway. It also includes important...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 ...
...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 planning to tow a trailer or drive off-highway. It also includes important...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 ...
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... their seat belts (see page 14 ). If a tire looks low, use a gauge to Drive You should do these checks and adjustments before you drive your seat belt. Check the steering wheel adjustment (see pages 61 , 71 and 77 ). 291 2009 RDX Remove frost, snow, or ice. 2. Driving 5.... Visually check the tires. Fasten your vehicle: 1. Make sure all windows, mirrors, and outside mirrors (see page 131 ). 6. Check that ...
... their seat belts (see page 14 ). If a tire looks low, use a gauge to Drive You should do these checks and adjustments before you drive your seat belt. Check the steering wheel adjustment (see pages 61 , 71 and 77 ). 291 2009 RDX Remove frost, snow, or ice. 2. Driving 5.... Visually check the tires. Fasten your vehicle: 1. Make sure all windows, mirrors, and outside mirrors (see page 131 ). 6. Check that ...
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... and tire tread life, and may come on the multiinformation display along with a ''CHECK TIRE PRESSURE'' message. Because tire pressure varies by temperature and other conditions, the low tire pressure/TPMS...Tire Pressure/ TPMS Indicator When the low tire pressure/TPMS indicator is significantly underinflated. Main Menu Table Of Contents Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Your vehicle is too low to continue driving, replace the tire with the compact spare tire (see which tire is significant or you manually measure are slightly different. CONTINUED Driving 307 2009 RDX...
... and tire tread life, and may come on the multiinformation display along with a ''CHECK TIRE PRESSURE'' message. Because tire pressure varies by temperature and other conditions, the low tire pressure/TPMS...Tire Pressure/ TPMS Indicator When the low tire pressure/TPMS indicator is significantly underinflated. Main Menu Table Of Contents Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Your vehicle is too low to continue driving, replace the tire with the compact spare tire (see which tire is significant or you manually measure are slightly different. CONTINUED Driving 307 2009 RDX...
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..., you must manually check the tire pressures monthly. However, the low tire pressure/ TPMS indicator will see the above display on . It stops flashing after approximately 1 minute, then stays on if the tires are normal. 308 2009 RDX Each tire, including the spare, should be... underinflated and cause the low tire pressure/ TPMS indicator to page 360 for tire inflation guidelines. Although your tire pressure is a problem with the ignition switch in ...
..., you must manually check the tire pressures monthly. However, the low tire pressure/ TPMS indicator will see the above display on . It stops flashing after approximately 1 minute, then stays on if the tires are normal. 308 2009 RDX Each tire, including the spare, should be... underinflated and cause the low tire pressure/ TPMS indicator to page 360 for tire inflation guidelines. Although your tire pressure is a problem with the ignition switch in ...
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Driving To see this happens, you will see which tire is losing pressure. Each tire pressure is shown in kPa (Canadian models). models) or in PSI (U.S. CONTINUED 309 2009 RDX If this message on the multiinformation display. Main Menu Table Of Contents Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) U.S. The display changes as shown above. ERROR SYSTEM FUNC...
Driving To see this happens, you will see which tire is losing pressure. Each tire pressure is shown in kPa (Canadian models). models) or in PSI (U.S. CONTINUED 309 2009 RDX If this message on the multiinformation display. Main Menu Table Of Contents Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) U.S. The display changes as shown above. ERROR SYSTEM FUNC...
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... displayed on the multi-information display after several miles (kilometers) driving. If this message, the system is off and is not monitoring the tire pressures. Have the system checked by pressing the VSA OFF switch (see a system warning message ''CHECK TPMS SYSTEM'' on the multi-information ...TPMS System Failure If the low tire pressure/TPMS indicator comes on, or the multiinformation display shows a ''CHECK TPMS SYSTEM'' message, the VSA system automatically turns on even when the VSA system is turned off by your dealer as soon as possible. When you see page 69 ). 310 2009 RDX
... displayed on the multi-information display after several miles (kilometers) driving. If this message, the system is off and is not monitoring the tire pressures. Have the system checked by pressing the VSA OFF switch (see a system warning message ''CHECK TPMS SYSTEM'' on the multi-information ...TPMS System Failure If the low tire pressure/TPMS indicator comes on, or the multiinformation display shows a ''CHECK TPMS SYSTEM'' message, the VSA system automatically turns on even when the VSA system is turned off by your dealer as soon as possible. When you see page 69 ). 310 2009 RDX
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.... It is subject to flash, then stays on the multiinformation display. Have the flat tire repaired by your dealer as soon as possible. Driving 311 2009 RDX Each wheel is normal; As required by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to be sure it is ... see page 370 ). Operation is recommended that may cause undesired operation of the FCC rules. If used, you always have to replace the tire pressure sensor. This is equipped with Part 15 of the device. This indicator and the warning message on the multi-information display will go...
.... It is subject to flash, then stays on the multiinformation display. Have the flat tire repaired by your dealer as soon as possible. Driving 311 2009 RDX Each wheel is normal; As required by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to be sure it is ... see page 370 ). Operation is recommended that may cause undesired operation of the FCC rules. If used, you always have to replace the tire pressure sensor. This is equipped with Part 15 of the device. This indicator and the warning message on the multi-information display will go...
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... Stability Assist (VSA) System Indicator If this indicator comes on while driving, have the VSA system inspected by selectively applying the brakes. If the low tire pressure/TPMS indicator comes on (see page 307 ), or the multi-information display shows a ''CHECK TPMS SYSTEM'' message with the indicator flashing (see a ''CHECK VSA... Indicator When VSA activates, you may be some noise from the VSA hydraulic system. Reset the system by pressing the VSA OFF switch again. 312 2009 RDX
... Stability Assist (VSA) System Indicator If this indicator comes on while driving, have the VSA system inspected by selectively applying the brakes. If the low tire pressure/TPMS indicator comes on (see page 307 ), or the multi-information display shows a ''CHECK TPMS SYSTEM'' message with the indicator flashing (see a ''CHECK VSA... Indicator When VSA activates, you may be some noise from the VSA hydraulic system. Reset the system by pressing the VSA OFF switch again. 312 2009 RDX