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2011 RDX Online Reference Owner's Manual Owner's Identification Form Contents Your Vehicle at a Glance (main controls) ...3 Driver and Passenger Safety (seat belts, SRS, and child protection) ...5 Instruments and Controls (indicators, gauges, multi-information display, dashboard, and steering column) ...61 Features (climate control, audio, steering wheel, security, cruise control, HomeLink®, and other convenience items) ...163 Before Driving (fuel, vehicle break-in, and cargo loading) ...351 Driving (engine and transmission operation) ...371 Maintenance (minders, fluid checking, minor ...
2011 RDX Online Reference Owner's Manual Owner's Identification Form Contents Your Vehicle at a Glance (main controls) ...3 Driver and Passenger Safety (seat belts, SRS, and child protection) ...5 Instruments and Controls (indicators, gauges, multi-information display, dashboard, and steering column) ...61 Features (climate control, audio, steering wheel, security, cruise control, HomeLink®, and other convenience items) ...163 Before Driving (fuel, vehicle break-in, and cargo loading) ...351 Driving (engine and transmission operation) ...371 Maintenance (minders, fluid checking, minor ...
Owner's Manual
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... and other convenience features. Driving The proper way to the fuel pump. 2 2011 RDX Overview of Contents Contents A convenient reference to the sections in your vehicle. Driver and Passenger Safety Important information about the proper use , how to breakin your vehicle's seat belts, an overview of the supplemental restraint system, and valuable information on how to handle them . Technical Information ID numbers, dimensions, capacities, and technical...
... and other convenience features. Driving The proper way to the fuel pump. 2 2011 RDX Overview of Contents Contents A convenient reference to the sections in your vehicle. Driver and Passenger Safety Important information about the proper use , how to breakin your vehicle's seat belts, an overview of the supplemental restraint system, and valuable information on how to handle them . Technical Information ID numbers, dimensions, capacities, and technical...
Owner's Manual
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... CONSOLEꭧ3 MIRROR CONTROL AUTO BUTTON (P. 146) PASSENGER'S FRONT AIRBAG (P. 10, 26) CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM (P. 164) POWER DOOR LOCK MASTER SWITCH (P. 126) POWER WINDOW SWITCH (P. 142) AUDIO SYSTEMꭧ2 (P. 216) AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION (P. 376) Your Vehicle at a Glance INSTRUMENT PANEL INDICATORS (P. 63) GAUGES (P. 73) DRIVER'S FRONT AIRBAG (P. 10, 26) DRIVING POSITION MEMORY SYSTEM (P. 148) POWER DOOR LOCK MASTER SWITCH (P. 126) POWER WINDOW SWITCHES (P. 142) HOOD RELEASE HANDLE (P. 355) FUEL FILL DOOR RELEASE HANDLE USB ADAPTER CABLE PARKING BRAKE PEDAL (P. 353) (P. 150) ACCESSORY...
... CONSOLEꭧ3 MIRROR CONTROL AUTO BUTTON (P. 146) PASSENGER'S FRONT AIRBAG (P. 10, 26) CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM (P. 164) POWER DOOR LOCK MASTER SWITCH (P. 126) POWER WINDOW SWITCH (P. 142) AUDIO SYSTEMꭧ2 (P. 216) AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION (P. 376) Your Vehicle at a Glance INSTRUMENT PANEL INDICATORS (P. 63) GAUGES (P. 73) DRIVER'S FRONT AIRBAG (P. 10, 26) DRIVING POSITION MEMORY SYSTEM (P. 148) POWER DOOR LOCK MASTER SWITCH (P. 126) POWER WINDOW SWITCHES (P. 142) HOOD RELEASE HANDLE (P. 355) FUEL FILL DOOR RELEASE HANDLE USB ADAPTER CABLE PARKING BRAKE PEDAL (P. 353) (P. 150) ACCESSORY...
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Your Vehicle at a Glance HEADLIGHTS/TURN SIGNAL/FOG LIGHTS (P. 116/119) REMOTE AUDIO CONTROL BUTTONS (P. 289) VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST (VSA) OFF SWITCH (P. 396) MIRROR CONTROLS (P. 146) VOICE CONTROL BUTTONSꭧ3 BLUETOOTH HANDSFREELINK BUTTONS (P. 306) STEERING WHEEL ADJUSTMENTS (P. 122) Vehicle with navigation system. Refer to the navigation system manual. 4 2011 RDX HORNꭧ1 MULTI-INFORMATION BUTTONS (P. 74) CRUISE CONTROL BUTTONS (P. 300) PADDLE SHIFTERS (P. 380) WINDSHIELD WIPERS/WASHERS/ REAR WINDOW WIPER/WASHER (P. 114/115) UPPER DISPLAYꭧ3 (P. 173) HAZARD WARNING ...
Your Vehicle at a Glance HEADLIGHTS/TURN SIGNAL/FOG LIGHTS (P. 116/119) REMOTE AUDIO CONTROL BUTTONS (P. 289) VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST (VSA) OFF SWITCH (P. 396) MIRROR CONTROLS (P. 146) VOICE CONTROL BUTTONSꭧ3 BLUETOOTH HANDSFREELINK BUTTONS (P. 306) STEERING WHEEL ADJUSTMENTS (P. 122) Vehicle with navigation system. Refer to the navigation system manual. 4 2011 RDX HORNꭧ1 MULTI-INFORMATION BUTTONS (P. 74) CRUISE CONTROL BUTTONS (P. 300) PADDLE SHIFTERS (P. 380) WINDSHIELD WIPERS/WASHERS/ REAR WINDOW WIPER/WASHER (P. 114/115) UPPER DISPLAYꭧ3 (P. 173) HAZARD WARNING ...
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...) (1) Safety Cage (2) Crush Zones (3) Seats and Seat-Backs (4) Head Restraints (5) Collapsible Steering Column (6) Seat Belts (7) Front Airbags (8) Side Airbags (9) Side Curtain Airbags (10) Door Locks (11) Front Seat Belt Tensioners (12) Occupant Position Detection System (OPDS) Sensor (2) (1) (2) 8 2011 RDX However, you and your passengers can't take an active role in protecting yourself and your passengers during a crash. Your Vehicle's Safety Features Your vehicle is equipped with many features that tighten the front seat belts in a crash. The...
...) (1) Safety Cage (2) Crush Zones (3) Seats and Seat-Backs (4) Head Restraints (5) Collapsible Steering Column (6) Seat Belts (7) Front Airbags (8) Side Airbags (9) Side Curtain Airbags (10) Door Locks (11) Front Seat Belt Tensioners (12) Occupant Position Detection System (OPDS) Sensor (2) (1) (2) 8 2011 RDX However, you and your passengers can't take an active role in protecting yourself and your passengers during a crash. Your Vehicle's Safety Features Your vehicle is equipped with many features that tighten the front seat belts in a crash. The...
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... on the instrument panel and a beeper to remind you and your passengers to the vehicle so you in almost every type of serious injury or death in safety features. In addition, most cases, seat belts can take advantage of serious injury. Your Vehicle's Safety Features Seat Belts Your vehicle is equipped with seat belts in a crash, even though your vehicle has airbags. Why Wear Seat Belts ● Not wearing a seat belt properly increases...
... on the instrument panel and a beeper to remind you and your passengers to the vehicle so you in almost every type of serious injury or death in safety features. In addition, most cases, seat belts can take advantage of serious injury. Your Vehicle's Safety Features Seat Belts Your vehicle is equipped with seat belts in a crash, even though your vehicle has airbags. Why Wear Seat Belts ● Not wearing a seat belt properly increases...
Owner's Manual
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... the seat or floor behind the front passenger's seat is automatically turned off. If it . This includes: ● A rear passenger pushing or pulling on the back of an infant or small child (up to be turned off. Additional Information About Your Airbags When the passenger airbag gets turned off by the weight sensors, a ''passenger airbag off'' indicator in the center of the dashboard comes on (see page 438). Back seat passengers...
... the seat or floor behind the front passenger's seat is automatically turned off. If it . This includes: ● A rear passenger pushing or pulling on the back of an infant or small child (up to be turned off. Additional Information About Your Airbags When the passenger airbag gets turned off by the weight sensors, a ''passenger airbag off'' indicator in the center of the dashboard comes on (see page 438). Back seat passengers...
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... controls are within easy reach. Instruments and Controls This section gives information about the controls and displays that contribute to the daily operation of your vehicle. Turn Signals and Headlights ...Instrument Panel Brightness ...Rear Window Defogger ...Hazard Warning Button ...Steering Wheel Adjustments ...Keys and Locks ...Immobilizer System ...Ignition Switch ...Door Locks ...Power Door Locks ...Childproof Door Locks ...Tailgate ...Remote Transmitter ...Seats ...Front Seat Power Adjustments ...Head Restraints...Armrests ...Folding the Rear Seats Down ...Seat Heaters...Power Windows...
... controls are within easy reach. Instruments and Controls This section gives information about the controls and displays that contribute to the daily operation of your vehicle. Turn Signals and Headlights ...Instrument Panel Brightness ...Rear Window Defogger ...Hazard Warning Button ...Steering Wheel Adjustments ...Keys and Locks ...Immobilizer System ...Ignition Switch ...Door Locks ...Power Door Locks ...Childproof Door Locks ...Tailgate ...Remote Transmitter ...Seats ...Front Seat Power Adjustments ...Head Restraints...Armrests ...Folding the Rear Seats Down ...Seat Heaters...Power Windows...
Owner's Manual
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... periodic maintenance your instant fuel economy. Multi-Information Display Maintenance MinderTM The multi-information display in the instrument panel shows you the engine oil life and maintenance service items when the ignition switch is reset. L/100 km (Canadian models) This shows your vehicle needs for Canadian models. MPG or INST. AVG. Instruments and Controls When you last reset Trip A or Trip B. You can customize the ELAPSED TIME reset condition...
... periodic maintenance your instant fuel economy. Multi-Information Display Maintenance MinderTM The multi-information display in the instrument panel shows you the engine oil life and maintenance service items when the ignition switch is reset. L/100 km (Canadian models) This shows your vehicle needs for Canadian models. MPG or INST. AVG. Instruments and Controls When you last reset Trip A or Trip B. You can customize the ELAPSED TIME reset condition...
Owner's Manual
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Refer to the navigation system manual. 113 2011 RDX Controls Near the Steering Wheel HEADLIGHTS/TURN SIGNAL/FOG LIGHTS (P. 116/119) PADDLE SHIFTERS (P. 380) WINDSHIELD WIPERS/WASHERS/ REAR WINDOW WIPER/WASHER (P. 114/115) UPPER DISPLAYꭧ3 (P. 173) HAZARD WARNING BUTTON (P. 121) NAVIGATION SYSTEMꭧ3/ CENTER DISPLAYꭧ2 (P. 172) REMOTE AUDIO CONTROL BUTTONS (P. 289) VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST (VSA) OFF SWITCH (P. 396) MIRROR CONTROLS (P. 146) VOICE CONTROL BUTTONSꭧ3 BLUETOOTH HANDSFREELINK HORNꭧ1 BUTTONS (P. 306) STEERING WHEEL MULTI-INFORMATION ADJUSTMENTS (P....
Refer to the navigation system manual. 113 2011 RDX Controls Near the Steering Wheel HEADLIGHTS/TURN SIGNAL/FOG LIGHTS (P. 116/119) PADDLE SHIFTERS (P. 380) WINDSHIELD WIPERS/WASHERS/ REAR WINDOW WIPER/WASHER (P. 114/115) UPPER DISPLAYꭧ3 (P. 173) HAZARD WARNING BUTTON (P. 121) NAVIGATION SYSTEMꭧ3/ CENTER DISPLAYꭧ2 (P. 172) REMOTE AUDIO CONTROL BUTTONS (P. 289) VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST (VSA) OFF SWITCH (P. 396) MIRROR CONTROLS (P. 146) VOICE CONTROL BUTTONSꭧ3 BLUETOOTH HANDSFREELINK HORNꭧ1 BUTTONS (P. 306) STEERING WHEEL MULTI-INFORMATION ADJUSTMENTS (P....
Owner's Manual
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... release the switch. Instruments and Controls 1. Rear Window Washer with the front windshield wipers activated, the rear window wiper operates automatically. The wiper operates intermittently. 115 2011 RDX The washer will return to OFF while the rear window wiper is in action, it is LO or HI, the rear wiper operates continuously. Windshield Wipers and Washers Rear Window Wiper and Washer OFF - The wiper is INT, the rear wiper operates intermittently. When you turn the wiper switch to its parked position. Rear Window...
... release the switch. Instruments and Controls 1. Rear Window Washer with the front windshield wipers activated, the rear window wiper operates automatically. The wiper operates intermittently. 115 2011 RDX The washer will return to OFF while the rear window wiper is in action, it is LO or HI, the rear wiper operates continuously. Windshield Wipers and Washers Rear Window Wiper and Washer OFF - The wiper is INT, the rear wiper operates intermittently. When you turn the wiper switch to its parked position. Rear Window...
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... complete a turn. Headlights - Turning the switch to the turns on the headlights. Turn signal 2. Turning the switch to the position turns on the parking lights, taillights, instrument panel lights, side-marker lights, and rear license plate lights. Headlights on as a reminder. Fog lights off 9. The lever will hear a reminder beeper when you open the driver's door. 116 2011 RDX Off 3. High beams 7. AUTO 5. position 1. Flash high beams 8. Parking and interior lights 4. This indicator stays on if you release it . Fog lights on...
... complete a turn. Headlights - Turning the switch to the turns on the headlights. Turn signal 2. Turning the switch to the position turns on the parking lights, taillights, instrument panel lights, side-marker lights, and rear license plate lights. Headlights on as a reminder. Fog lights off 9. The lever will hear a reminder beeper when you open the driver's door. 116 2011 RDX Off 3. High beams 7. AUTO 5. position 1. Flash high beams 8. Parking and interior lights 4. This indicator stays on if you release it . Fog lights on...
Owner's Manual
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... 165 2011 RDX Voice Control System On models with navigation system 2. If one side of the climate control system can also be controlled independently (see page 169). The selected temperature will , as quickly as possible, raise or lower the interior temperature to provide heating and cooling, the engine must be running. Climate Control System Proper use of the vehicle is independently regulated for the driver and passenger, based...
... 165 2011 RDX Voice Control System On models with navigation system 2. If one side of the climate control system can also be controlled independently (see page 169). The selected temperature will , as quickly as possible, raise or lower the interior temperature to provide heating and cooling, the engine must be running. Climate Control System Proper use of the vehicle is independently regulated for the driver and passenger, based...
Owner's Manual
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Bluetooth® Audio System (Models without navigation system) Your vehicle is equipped with a Bluetooth® Audio system, which allows you may be delay before the system begins to play audio files from your Bluetooth® Audio phone. You can find an approved phone by visiting www.acura.com/...be illegal to play . Features Make sure that are compatible with the ignition switch in the center display. CONTINUED 213 2011 RDX If so, follow the phone maker's operating instructions. ꭧ: If an iPod, USB flash memory device, or audio unit connected to the HFL...
Bluetooth® Audio System (Models without navigation system) Your vehicle is equipped with a Bluetooth® Audio system, which allows you may be delay before the system begins to play audio files from your Bluetooth® Audio phone. You can find an approved phone by visiting www.acura.com/...be illegal to play . Features Make sure that are compatible with the ignition switch in the center display. CONTINUED 213 2011 RDX If so, follow the phone maker's operating instructions. ꭧ: If an iPod, USB flash memory device, or audio unit connected to the HFL...
Owner's Manual
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... can schedule a maintenance appointment or receive information about the current diagnostic message. AcuraLink also directs you . 336 2011 RDX When you more information about a message. Select the option again to delete the current message. To make a call a phone number embedded in the message. Access the Owner Link website to find the nearest Acura dealer using the navigation...
... can schedule a maintenance appointment or receive information about the current diagnostic message. AcuraLink also directs you . 336 2011 RDX When you more information about a message. Select the option again to delete the current message. To make a call a phone number embedded in the message. Access the Owner Link website to find the nearest Acura dealer using the navigation...
Owner's Manual
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... fluid changed at very low vehicle speeds or trailer towing results in mountainous areas at 60,000 miles (100,000 km), then every 30,000 miles (48,000 km). Replace spark plugs Inspect valve clearance Replace engine coolant Replace rear differential fluidꭧ2 Driving in higher transmission and transfer temperatures. Inspect idle speed every 160,000 miles (256,000 km). Adjust the valves during services A, B, 1, 2, or 3 if they are noisy. 4 5 6 ꭧ2: SH-AWD only 418 2011 RDX This requires differential fluid changes...
... fluid changed at very low vehicle speeds or trailer towing results in mountainous areas at 60,000 miles (100,000 km), then every 30,000 miles (48,000 km). Replace spark plugs Inspect valve clearance Replace engine coolant Replace rear differential fluidꭧ2 Driving in higher transmission and transfer temperatures. Inspect idle speed every 160,000 miles (256,000 km). Adjust the valves during services A, B, 1, 2, or 3 if they are noisy. 4 5 6 ꭧ2: SH-AWD only 418 2011 RDX This requires differential fluid changes...
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... Exhaust Emissions Controls ...488 Exhaust Fumes ...57 Expectant Mothers, Use of Seat Belts by ...18 F Fan, Interior ...166 Features ...163 Filters Dust and Pollen ...439 Oil ...422 Flashers, Hazard Warning ...121 Flat Tire, Changing a ...455 Floor Mats ...438 Fluids Automatic Transmission ...427 Brake ...429 Location ...419 Power Steering ...430 Windshield Washer ...426 FM/AM Radio Reception ...287 Fog Lights ...119 Folding the Rear Seats Down ...138 Four-way Flashers ...121 Front Airbags ...10, 26 Front Door Pockets ...155 Front Seat Heaters...
... Exhaust Emissions Controls ...488 Exhaust Fumes ...57 Expectant Mothers, Use of Seat Belts by ...18 F Fan, Interior ...166 Features ...163 Filters Dust and Pollen ...439 Oil ...422 Flashers, Hazard Warning ...121 Flat Tire, Changing a ...455 Floor Mats ...438 Fluids Automatic Transmission ...427 Brake ...429 Location ...419 Power Steering ...430 Windshield Washer ...426 FM/AM Radio Reception ...287 Fog Lights ...119 Folding the Rear Seats Down ...138 Four-way Flashers ...121 Front Airbags ...10, 26 Front Door Pockets ...155 Front Seat Heaters...
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... 115 Recalling a Memorized Driving Position ...133 Reclining the Seat Backs ...134 Refueling ...353 Reminder Indicators ...64 Remote Audio Controls ...289 Remote Transmitter ...130 Replacement Information Dust and Pollen Filter ...439 Engine Oil and Filter ...422 Fuses ...469 Light Bulbs ...431 Schedule ...418 Spark Plugs ...480 Tires ...447 Wiper Blades ...440 Replacing Seat Belts After a Crash ...23 Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. only) ...496 Required Engine Oil ...420 Reserve Tank, Engine Coolant ...357, 424 Restraint, Child ...36 Reverse Gear Position ...377 Reverse Tilt Door Mirror ...147...
... 115 Recalling a Memorized Driving Position ...133 Reclining the Seat Backs ...134 Refueling ...353 Reminder Indicators ...64 Remote Audio Controls ...289 Remote Transmitter ...130 Replacement Information Dust and Pollen Filter ...439 Engine Oil and Filter ...422 Fuses ...469 Light Bulbs ...431 Schedule ...418 Spark Plugs ...480 Tires ...447 Wiper Blades ...440 Replacing Seat Belts After a Crash ...23 Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. only) ...496 Required Engine Oil ...420 Reserve Tank, Engine Coolant ...357, 424 Restraint, Child ...36 Reverse Gear Position ...377 Reverse Tilt Door Mirror ...147...
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... Side Airbags Work .. 30 How Your Side Curtain Airbags Work ...31 SRS Indicator ...32, 65 START (Ignition Key Position) ...125 Starting the Engine ...374 Auto Control Mode ...375 In Cold Weather at High Altitude ...374 With a Dead Battery ...461 State Emissions Testing ...490 Steam Coming from Engine ...463 Steering Wheel Adjustments ...122 Anti-theft Column Lock ...125 Buttons ...289, 300 Stereo Sound System ...172, 216 CONTINUED INDEX IX 2011 RDX
... Side Airbags Work .. 30 How Your Side Curtain Airbags Work ...31 SRS Indicator ...32, 65 START (Ignition Key Position) ...125 Starting the Engine ...374 Auto Control Mode ...375 In Cold Weather at High Altitude ...374 With a Dead Battery ...461 State Emissions Testing ...490 Steam Coming from Engine ...463 Steering Wheel Adjustments ...122 Anti-theft Column Lock ...125 Buttons ...289, 300 Stereo Sound System ...172, 216 CONTINUED INDEX IX 2011 RDX
Owner's Manual
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... Tire Pressure: 60 psi (420 kPa , 4.2 kgf/cm2) Avoid driving with SH-AWD Transfer Assembly Fluid: SAE 90 or SAE 80W-90 viscosity hypoid gear oil, API service classified GL4 or GL5 only. 2011 RDX Always use ATF (see page 427). Power Steering Fluid: Acura Power Steering Fluid preferred, or another brand of 91 or higher. Automatic Transmission Fluid: Acura ATF-Z1 (automatic transmission fluid) (see page 430). Oil change capacity (including filter): 5.0 US qt (4.7 L) On models with SH-AWD Rear Differential Fluid: Use Acura...
... Tire Pressure: 60 psi (420 kPa , 4.2 kgf/cm2) Avoid driving with SH-AWD Transfer Assembly Fluid: SAE 90 or SAE 80W-90 viscosity hypoid gear oil, API service classified GL4 or GL5 only. 2011 RDX Always use ATF (see page 427). Power Steering Fluid: Acura Power Steering Fluid preferred, or another brand of 91 or higher. Automatic Transmission Fluid: Acura ATF-Z1 (automatic transmission fluid) (see page 430). Oil change capacity (including filter): 5.0 US qt (4.7 L) On models with SH-AWD Rear Differential Fluid: Use Acura...