Owner's Manual
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... hazardous. Infants and small children should ride properly restrained in crash injuries and deaths. Be sure to follow all types of the maximum speed posted. To reduce the possibility of Airbag Hazards While airbags can save lives, they can use the belt properly without a booster seat 55... ). (see page 360 ). 6 2009 RDX So even though your vehicle is a major factor in a back seat, not the front seat. Don't Drink and Drive Alcohol and driving don't ...
... hazardous. Infants and small children should ride properly restrained in crash injuries and deaths. Be sure to follow all types of the maximum speed posted. To reduce the possibility of Airbag Hazards While airbags can save lives, they can use the belt properly without a booster seat 55... ). (see page 360 ). 6 2009 RDX So even though your vehicle is a major factor in a back seat, not the front seat. Don't Drink and Drive Alcohol and driving don't ...
Owner's Manual
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...control to high. 4. Select the 3. The vehicle was in an unconfined area, adjust the climate control system as shown below. Set the fan speed to a comfortable setting. Breathing it can pull exhaust gas into your parked vehicle with the tailgate open, open , run the engine only long ...enough to carbon monoxide. 56 2009 RDX Avoid any enclosed areas or activities that may have damaged the underside. Have the exhaust system inspected for an oil change in the sound ...
...control to high. 4. Select the 3. The vehicle was in an unconfined area, adjust the climate control system as shown below. Set the fan speed to a comfortable setting. Breathing it can pull exhaust gas into your parked vehicle with the tailgate open, open , run the engine only long ...enough to carbon monoxide. 56 2009 RDX Avoid any enclosed areas or activities that may have damaged the underside. Have the exhaust system inspected for an oil change in the sound ...
Owner's Manual
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... temperature readings near freezing (32°F, 0°C) could mean that ice is forming on the multi-information display (see page 89 ). 74 2009 RDX models and kilometers in Canadian models. federal law and Canadian provincial regulations to disconnect, reset, or alter the odometer with the intent to ''0.0''. ... acclimatized, therefore it . Main Menu Table Of Contents Multi-Information Display Odometer The odometer shows the total distance your vehicle speed is under U.S. To reset a trip meter, display it, then press and hold the SEL/RESET button until the proper temperature is displayed...
... temperature readings near freezing (32°F, 0°C) could mean that ice is forming on the multi-information display (see page 89 ). 74 2009 RDX models and kilometers in Canadian models. federal law and Canadian provincial regulations to disconnect, reset, or alter the odometer with the intent to ''0.0''. ... acclimatized, therefore it . Main Menu Table Of Contents Multi-Information Display Odometer The odometer shows the total distance your vehicle speed is under U.S. To reset a trip meter, display it, then press and hold the SEL/RESET button until the proper temperature is displayed...
Owner's Manual
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...last reset it will be reset when you reset the trip meter, or if the vehicle's battery goes dead or is disconnected. 75 2009 RDX Main Menu Table Of Contents Multi-Information Display Maintenance Minder The multi-information display in the instrument panel shows you the engine oil life .... L/100km (Canadian models) This shows your vehicle's average fuel economy in mpg (U.S. Refer to keep you turn off the engine, INST. AVG. SPEED is also reset. The average fuel mileage will vary with changes in miles per hour (km/h) for U.S. When you aware of the periodic maintenance your...
...last reset it will be reset when you reset the trip meter, or if the vehicle's battery goes dead or is disconnected. 75 2009 RDX Main Menu Table Of Contents Multi-Information Display Maintenance Minder The multi-information display in the instrument panel shows you the engine oil life .... L/100km (Canadian models) This shows your vehicle's average fuel economy in mpg (U.S. Refer to keep you turn off the engine, INST. AVG. SPEED is also reset. The average fuel mileage will vary with changes in miles per hour (km/h) for U.S. When you aware of the periodic maintenance your...
Owner's Manual
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...display. DISPLAY TRIP A & AVG. Changes when the system automatically locks the doors. 96 98 DOOR SETUP (P.100) AUTO DOOR LOCK 101 : Default setting CONTINUED 81 2009 RDX Customize Setup ENGLISH FRENCH SPANISH 5°F 0°F 5°F 3°C 0°C 3°C ON OFF IGN RESET TRIP A RESET TRIP B RESET 15 sec 30... sec 60 sec 0 sec 15 sec 30 sec 60 sec SHIFT FROM P WITH VEH SPEED OFF Page 87 89 ADJUST OUTSIDE TEMP. Main Menu Table Of Contents Multi-Information Display Customize Entry CHG SETTING (P.84) Customize Group METER SETUP (P....
...display. DISPLAY TRIP A & AVG. Changes when the system automatically locks the doors. 96 98 DOOR SETUP (P.100) AUTO DOOR LOCK 101 : Default setting CONTINUED 81 2009 RDX Customize Setup ENGLISH FRENCH SPANISH 5°F 0°F 5°F 3°C 0°C 3°C ON OFF IGN RESET TRIP A RESET TRIP B RESET 15 sec 30... sec 60 sec 0 sec 15 sec 30 sec 60 sec SHIFT FROM P WITH VEH SPEED OFF Page 87 89 ADJUST OUTSIDE TEMP. Main Menu Table Of Contents Multi-Information Display Customize Entry CHG SETTING (P.84) Customize Group METER SETUP (P....
Owner's Manual
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... SEL/RESET button to enter your selection. WITH VEH SPD The doors lock when the vehicle speed reaches about 9 mph (about 15 km/h). The screen changes as shown above display. Instruments and Controls CONTINUED 101 2009 RDX SHIFT FROM P The doors lock whenever you can choose from: OFF The auto door lock is...
... SEL/RESET button to enter your selection. WITH VEH SPD The doors lock when the vehicle speed reaches about 9 mph (about 15 km/h). The screen changes as shown above display. Instruments and Controls CONTINUED 101 2009 RDX SHIFT FROM P The doors lock whenever you can choose from: OFF The auto door lock is...
Owner's Manual
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...the shortest delay ( position), the wipers change to low speed operation when the vehicle speed exceeds 12 mph (20 km/h). While the vehicle is varied automatically according to select a position. 112 2009 RDX The wipers run at low speed. Vary the delay by turning the adjustment ring. The ...wipers run at high speed. Main Menu Table Of Contents Windshield Wipers and Washers Windshield Wiper The wipers run at low speed, then complete one more sweep...
...the shortest delay ( position), the wipers change to low speed operation when the vehicle speed exceeds 12 mph (20 km/h). While the vehicle is varied automatically according to select a position. 112 2009 RDX The wipers run at low speed. Vary the delay by turning the adjustment ring. The ...wipers run at high speed. Main Menu Table Of Contents Windshield Wipers and Washers Windshield Wiper The wipers run at low speed, then complete one more sweep...
Owner's Manual
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... not disabled if the driver's door is down on the open the door, push the lock tab forward and use the outside door handle. 124 2009 RDX You can change the ''AUTO DOOR UNLOCK'' setting on the lock tab and close the door. To lock the driver's door, remove the key from... disabled. LEVER The childproof door locks are designed to P after driving, the driver's door unlocks. Main Menu Table Of Contents Door Locks When the vehicle speed reaches about 9 mph (about 15 km/h) or more, all doors and the tailgate. You can change the ''AUTO DOOR LOCK'' setting on the lock tab...
... not disabled if the driver's door is down on the open the door, push the lock tab forward and use the outside door handle. 124 2009 RDX You can change the ''AUTO DOOR UNLOCK'' setting on the lock tab and close the door. To lock the driver's door, remove the key from... disabled. LEVER The childproof door locks are designed to P after driving, the driver's door unlocks. Main Menu Table Of Contents Door Locks When the vehicle speed reaches about 9 mph (about 15 km/h) or more, all doors and the tailgate. You can change the ''AUTO DOOR LOCK'' setting on the lock tab...
Owner's Manual
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.... The indicator in the DUAL button comes on that will see page 165 ). On RDX with Technology Package model Automatic Operation The automatic climate control system adjusts the fan speed and airflow levels to maintain the interior temperature you push the passenger's side temperature control ...buttons, the indicator in the button also comes on the display. CONTINUED 161 2009 RDX If one side of the driver's side and...
.... The indicator in the DUAL button comes on that will see page 165 ). On RDX with Technology Package model Automatic Operation The automatic climate control system adjusts the fan speed and airflow levels to maintain the interior temperature you push the passenger's side temperature control ...buttons, the indicator in the button also comes on the display. CONTINUED 161 2009 RDX If one side of the driver's side and...
Owner's Manual
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... comes on. The indicator in the AUTO mode. Making any manual selection causes the word AUTO in the display. Fan Control Select the fan speed by vertical bars in the display. Dual Button Press the DUAL button to the driver's side temperature. All other features remain automatically controlled. Air... the temperature control buttons ( or ). Main Menu Table Of Contents Climate Control System When you set the temperature control below the outside temperature. 162 2009 RDX It does not regulate the interior temperature. In cold weather, the fan will see page 165 ).
... comes on. The indicator in the AUTO mode. Making any manual selection causes the word AUTO in the display. Fan Control Select the fan speed by vertical bars in the display. Dual Button Press the DUAL button to the driver's side temperature. All other features remain automatically controlled. Air... the temperature control buttons ( or ). Main Menu Table Of Contents Climate Control System When you set the temperature control below the outside temperature. 162 2009 RDX It does not regulate the interior temperature. In cold weather, the fan will see page 165 ).
Owner's Manual
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... audio system illuminates when the parking lights are on vehicle speed. Even if the adjustment level reaches 6, the subwoofer is MID. Speed-sensitive volume compensation (SVC) The SVC mode controls the volume based on , even if the system is turned off . Features 187 2009 RDX The faster you slow down, the audio volume decreases...
... audio system illuminates when the parking lights are on vehicle speed. Even if the adjustment level reaches 6, the subwoofer is MID. Speed-sensitive volume compensation (SVC) The SVC mode controls the volume based on , even if the system is turned off . Features 187 2009 RDX The faster you slow down, the audio volume decreases...
Owner's Manual
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CONTINUED Features SOUND ICON 217 2009 RDX In addition, you want to adjust by pushing the interface selector up or down , and turn the interface dial to view the audio control display, ... speakers. Then press ENTER on the selector. You can set the Dolby PL (ProLogic) II and Speed-sensitive volume compensation (SVC). To adjust each adjustable. Main Menu Table Of Contents Audio System Adjusting the Sound On RDX with Technology Package model BASS, TREBLE, BALANCE, and FADER are each mode, press the AUDIO...
CONTINUED Features SOUND ICON 217 2009 RDX In addition, you want to adjust by pushing the interface selector up or down , and turn the interface dial to view the audio control display, ... speakers. Then press ENTER on the selector. You can set the Dolby PL (ProLogic) II and Speed-sensitive volume compensation (SVC). To adjust each adjustable. Main Menu Table Of Contents Audio System Adjusting the Sound On RDX with Technology Package model BASS, TREBLE, BALANCE, and FADER are each mode, press the AUDIO...
Owner's Manual
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As you go, the louder the audio volume becomes. The auxiliary input jack is on vehicle speed. Main Menu Table Of Contents Audio System, Auxiliary Input Jack Speed-sensitive volume compensation (SVC) The SVC mode controls the volume based on the disc changer unit. OFF, LOW, MID, and HIGH. Auxiliary Input Jack When... system will see AUX in a mini-jack cable between a compatible audio unit and the jack, you will accept auxiliary input from standard audio accessories. 220 2009 RDX Turn the interface dial to AUX mode. The SVC has four modes;
As you go, the louder the audio volume becomes. The auxiliary input jack is on vehicle speed. Main Menu Table Of Contents Audio System, Auxiliary Input Jack Speed-sensitive volume compensation (SVC) The SVC mode controls the volume based on the disc changer unit. OFF, LOW, MID, and HIGH. Auxiliary Input Jack When... system will see AUX in a mini-jack cable between a compatible audio unit and the jack, you will accept auxiliary input from standard audio accessories. 220 2009 RDX Turn the interface dial to AUX mode. The SVC has four modes;
Owner's Manual
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...on the instrument panel will cancel the cruise control. Cruise control may downshift to hold the set speed when you to maintain a set speed above 25 mph (40 km/h). 234 2009 RDX To resume the set speed. Improper use the brakes to slow down hills. Press and release the SET/ DECEL button on... to a crash. This will come back on the steering wheel. When climbing a steep hill, the automatic transmission may not hold the set speed, press the RES/ACCEL button. Accelerate to show the system is not recommended for cruising on the steering wheel. It is now activated. Push...
...on the instrument panel will cancel the cruise control. Cruise control may downshift to hold the set speed when you to maintain a set speed above 25 mph (40 km/h). 234 2009 RDX To resume the set speed. Improper use the brakes to slow down hills. Press and release the SET/ DECEL button on... to a crash. This will come back on the steering wheel. When climbing a steep hill, the automatic transmission may not hold the set speed, press the RES/ACCEL button. Accelerate to show the system is not recommended for cruising on the steering wheel. It is now activated. Push...
Owner's Manual
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...button. When you reach the desired speed. Each time you do this , your foot on the instrument panel will return to the desired cruising speed, then press the SET/ DECEL button. Features 235 2009 RDX Each time you do this , the vehicle speeds up for passing. The vehicle will ...go out. Accelerate to the set cruising speed in very small amounts, tap the RES/ ACCEL...
...button. When you reach the desired speed. Each time you do this , your foot on the instrument panel will return to the desired cruising speed, then press the SET/ DECEL button. Features 235 2009 RDX Each time you do this , the vehicle speeds up for passing. The vehicle will ...go out. Accelerate to the set cruising speed in very small amounts, tap the RES/ ACCEL...
Owner's Manual
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...and release the RES/ACCEL button. Pressing the CRUISE button turns the system completely off and erases the previous cruising speed. For more information on the steering wheel. 236 2009 RDX Push the CRUISE button on driving with paddle shifters, see page 297 . Tapping either of these ways: Tap ... the cruise control will be canceled if you push the CANCEL button or tap the brake pedal, the system remembers the previously set speed. The CRUISE CONTROL indicator comes on the steering wheel. Main Menu Table Of Contents Cruise Control Canceling Cruise Control CRUISE BUTTON The cruise...
...and release the RES/ACCEL button. Pressing the CRUISE button turns the system completely off and erases the previous cruising speed. For more information on the steering wheel. 236 2009 RDX Push the CRUISE button on driving with paddle shifters, see page 297 . Tapping either of these ways: Tap ... the cruise control will be canceled if you push the CANCEL button or tap the brake pedal, the system remembers the previously set speed. The CRUISE CONTROL indicator comes on the steering wheel. Main Menu Table Of Contents Cruise Control Canceling Cruise Control CRUISE BUTTON The cruise...
Owner's Manual
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..., wait for the beep, and say, ''Hands free link help.'' Many commands can be spoken together. For best system operation, set the climate control fan speed to Use the HFL The HFL is operated by the HFL Talk and Back buttons on the left side of the steering wheel. Main Menu... a list of 3, 4, 7, 10, or 11. The HFL will then begin listening for using voice control: To enter a command, press the Talk button. Features CONTINUED 253 2009 RDX Then, after the beep, say them in blocks of available options at once, or you can separate them all basic features of the HFL. To...
..., wait for the beep, and say, ''Hands free link help.'' Many commands can be spoken together. For best system operation, set the climate control fan speed to Use the HFL The HFL is operated by the HFL Talk and Back buttons on the left side of the steering wheel. Main Menu... a list of 3, 4, 7, 10, or 11. The HFL will then begin listening for using voice control: To enter a command, press the Talk button. Features CONTINUED 253 2009 RDX Then, after the beep, say them in blocks of available options at once, or you can separate them all basic features of the HFL. To...
Owner's Manual
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... moderately Rapid acceleration, abrupt cornering, and hard braking increase fuel consumption. Avoid carrying excess weight in your fuel economy. Observe the speed limit Aerodynamic drag has a big effect on page 333 ). Poor maintenance can significantly reduce fuel economy. Frequent cleaning helps your vehicle...Fuel Economy Vehicle Maintenance Use the required engine oil (see Owner's Maintenance Checks on fuel mileage at speeds above 45 mph (75 km/h). For example: 279 2009 RDX Always drive in the highest gear possible If your vehicle has a manual transmission, you reduce the ...
... moderately Rapid acceleration, abrupt cornering, and hard braking increase fuel consumption. Avoid carrying excess weight in your fuel economy. Observe the speed limit Aerodynamic drag has a big effect on page 333 ). Poor maintenance can significantly reduce fuel economy. Frequent cleaning helps your vehicle...Fuel Economy Vehicle Maintenance Use the required engine oil (see Owner's Maintenance Checks on fuel mileage at speeds above 45 mph (75 km/h). For example: 279 2009 RDX Always drive in the highest gear possible If your vehicle has a manual transmission, you reduce the ...
Owner's Manual
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... design, can allow the undercarriage to hit speed bumps or other part of your vehicle's anti-lock brakes and other systems. Modifying your steering wheel or any other raised objects, which could seriously affect your dealer. 282 2009 RDX Raising your vehicle with a nonAcura suspension kit...cause the airbags to deploy. Larger or smaller wheels and tires can interfere with the tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS). Non-Acura wheels, because they are some examples: Lowering the vehicle with a nonAcura suspension kit that significantly reduces ground clearance can cause excessive...
... design, can allow the undercarriage to hit speed bumps or other part of your vehicle's anti-lock brakes and other systems. Modifying your steering wheel or any other raised objects, which could seriously affect your dealer. 282 2009 RDX Raising your vehicle with a nonAcura suspension kit...cause the airbags to deploy. Larger or smaller wheels and tires can interfere with the tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS). Non-Acura wheels, because they are some examples: Lowering the vehicle with a nonAcura suspension kit that significantly reduces ground clearance can cause excessive...
Owner's Manual
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Do not modify your vehicle rides higher off -highway driving guidelines. 290 2009 RDX You still need to roll over if you would with a super handling-all wheel drive (SH-AWD) system. See page 321 for off the ground, ... maneuvers whenever possible. It also provides good visibility so you would in any way that would raise the center of control: Take corners at slower speeds than other wheels. Utility vehicles have a significantly higher roll over bumps, obstacles, and rough terrain. When the system senses a loss of vehicles...
Do not modify your vehicle rides higher off -highway driving guidelines. 290 2009 RDX You still need to roll over if you would with a super handling-all wheel drive (SH-AWD) system. See page 321 for off the ground, ... maneuvers whenever possible. It also provides good visibility so you would in any way that would raise the center of control: Take corners at slower speeds than other wheels. Utility vehicles have a significantly higher roll over bumps, obstacles, and rough terrain. When the system senses a loss of vehicles...