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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...
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...
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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 ...System Messages ...79 Customized Settings ...82 Controls Near the Steering Wheel ...113 Windshield Wipers and Washers ...114 Rear Window Wiper and Washer ...115 61 2011 RDX All the essential 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 ...System Messages ...79 Customized Settings ...82 Controls Near the Steering Wheel ...113 Windshield Wipers and Washers ...114 Rear Window Wiper and Washer ...115 61 2011 RDX All the essential controls are within easy reach.
Owner's Manual
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... indicator comes on the cruise control system by pressing the CRUISE button (see page 395. It comes on (see page 117. Instruments and Controls 69 2011 RDX For more information, see page 119). Cruise Main Indicator This indicator comes on when you turn on when you signal a lane change or turn the... an indicator does not blink or blinks rapidly, it usually means one of the vehicle flash. This indicator also comes on with the high beam headlights. Instrument Panel Indicators VSA Activation Indicator This indicator has three functions: 1.
... indicator comes on the cruise control system by pressing the CRUISE button (see page 395. It comes on (see page 117. Instruments and Controls 69 2011 RDX For more information, see page 119). Cruise Main Indicator This indicator comes on when you turn on when you signal a lane change or turn the... an indicator does not blink or blinks rapidly, it usually means one of the vehicle flash. This indicator also comes on with the high beam headlights. Instrument Panel Indicators VSA Activation Indicator This indicator has three functions: 1.
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TIME RESET CONDITION LIGHTING SETUP (P. 97) INTERIOR LIGHT DIMMING TIME HEADLIGHT AUTO OFF TIMER Changes the outside temperature reading above or below its current reading. Changes how long (in seconds) the exterior lights stay on after... ADJUST OUTSIDE TEMP. Changes when the system automatically locks the doors. 98 100 DOOR SETUP (P. 102) ꭧ: Default setting AUTO DOOR LOCK 103 CONTINUED 83 2011 RDX DISPLAY TRIP A & AVG. Resets the elapsed time of your current trip. Multi-Information Display Customize Entry CHG SETTING (P. 86) Customize Group METER SETUP (P. 88) ...
TIME RESET CONDITION LIGHTING SETUP (P. 97) INTERIOR LIGHT DIMMING TIME HEADLIGHT AUTO OFF TIMER Changes the outside temperature reading above or below its current reading. Changes how long (in seconds) the exterior lights stay on after... ADJUST OUTSIDE TEMP. Changes when the system automatically locks the doors. 98 100 DOOR SETUP (P. 102) ꭧ: Default setting AUTO DOOR LOCK 103 CONTINUED 83 2011 RDX DISPLAY TRIP A & AVG. Resets the elapsed time of your current trip. Multi-Information Display Customize Entry CHG SETTING (P. 86) Customize Group METER SETUP (P. 88) ...
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... ( / ) button until you see the setting you press the INFO ( / ) button, the screen changes as shown in the lighting setup: ● INTERIOR LIGHT DIMMING TIME HEADLIGHT AUTO OFF TIMER See page 98 Instruments and Controls ● While CUSTOMIZE GROUP is shown on the multi-information display, select LIGHTING SETUP by pressing... 100 : Press the SEL/RESET button or the select/reset knob : Press the INFO (▲/▼) button or rotate the select/reset knob CONTINUED 97 2011 RDX
... ( / ) button until you see the setting you press the INFO ( / ) button, the screen changes as shown in the lighting setup: ● INTERIOR LIGHT DIMMING TIME HEADLIGHT AUTO OFF TIMER See page 98 Instruments and Controls ● While CUSTOMIZE GROUP is shown on the multi-information display, select LIGHTING SETUP by pressing... 100 : Press the SEL/RESET button or the select/reset knob : Press the INFO (▲/▼) button or rotate the select/reset knob CONTINUED 97 2011 RDX
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... 60 seconds) by pressing the INFO ( / ) button, then press the SEL/RESET button to enter your selection. 100 2011 RDX The screen changes as shown above display. Multi-Information Display Headlight Auto Off Timer The headlights, parking lights, side marker lights, taillights, and license plate lights go off , follow these instructions: While LIGHTING SETUP...
... 60 seconds) by pressing the INFO ( / ) button, then press the SEL/RESET button to enter your selection. 100 2011 RDX The screen changes as shown above display. Multi-Information Display Headlight Auto Off Timer The headlights, parking lights, side marker lights, taillights, and license plate lights go off , follow these instructions: While LIGHTING SETUP...
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... is not set , you will see the above display for several seconds, then the screen goes back to CUSTOMIZE MENU. CONTINUED 101 2011 RDX Multi-Information Display Instruments and Controls When your choice is set , you will see the above display for several seconds, then the screen... goes back to CUSTOMIZE MENU. The screen goes back to repeat the same procedure. To exit HEADLIGHT AUTO OFF TIMER without changing the current setting, select EXIT by pressing the INFO ( / ) button, then press the SEL/RESET button. ...
... is not set , you will see the above display for several seconds, then the screen goes back to CUSTOMIZE MENU. CONTINUED 101 2011 RDX Multi-Information Display Instruments and Controls When your choice is set , you will see the above display for several seconds, then the screen... goes back to CUSTOMIZE MENU. The screen goes back to repeat the same procedure. To exit HEADLIGHT AUTO OFF TIMER without changing the current setting, select EXIT by pressing the INFO ( / ) button, then press the SEL/RESET button. ...
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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. ... steering wheel. ꭧ2: On models without navigation system. ꭧ3: Only on vehicles equipped with navigation system is shown. 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. ... steering wheel. ꭧ2: On models without navigation system. ꭧ3: Only on vehicles equipped with navigation system is shown. Refer to the navigation system manual. 113 2011 RDX
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... the switch to the turns on the parking lights, taillights, instrument panel lights, side-marker lights, and rear license plate lights. Off 3. Headlights on as a reminder. Fog lights off 9. If you leave the lights on with the key removed from the ignition switch, you will return to... center when you open the driver's door. 116 2011 RDX Parking and interior lights 4. Flash high beams 8. Turn Signals and Headlights Turn Signal - Push down on the lever to signal a left turn and up to signal a right turn the...
... the switch to the turns on the parking lights, taillights, instrument panel lights, side-marker lights, and rear license plate lights. Off 3. Headlights on as a reminder. Fog lights off 9. If you leave the lights on with the key removed from the ignition switch, you will return to... center when you open the driver's door. 116 2011 RDX Parking and interior lights 4. Flash high beams 8. Turn Signals and Headlights Turn Signal - Push down on the lever to signal a left turn and up to signal a right turn the...
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... remove the key and open the driver's door. Instruments and Controls CONTINUED 117 2011 RDX The high beams will stay on as long as a reminder. The lights on indicator comes on as you turn on the headlights and all other exterior lights when it senses low ambient light. To turn off... the ignition switch. To turn the light switch to AUTO. The lights will come on (see page 69). Turn Signals and Headlights High Beams - Push the lever forward and the high beam indicator will come on automatically when the outside light level becomes low (at dusk...
... remove the key and open the driver's door. Instruments and Controls CONTINUED 117 2011 RDX The high beams will stay on as long as a reminder. The lights on indicator comes on as you turn on the headlights and all other exterior lights when it senses low ambient light. To turn off... the ignition switch. To turn the light switch to AUTO. The lights will come on (see page 69). Turn Signals and Headlights High Beams - Push the lever forward and the high beam indicator will come on automatically when the outside light level becomes low (at dusk...
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...removing the key from the ignition switch and closing the driver's door. LIGHT SENSOR Automatic Lighting Off Feature This feature turns off the headlights, fog lights, parking lights, taillights, side marker lights, license plate lights, and instrument panel lights within 15 seconds of the dashboard.... The automatic lighting feature is controlled by a sensor located on it. 118 2011 RDX This feature activates if you enter dark areas such as long tunnels or parking facilities. Turn Signals and Headlights Even with the automatic lighting feature turned on, we recommend that you turn on...
...removing the key from the ignition switch and closing the driver's door. LIGHT SENSOR Automatic Lighting Off Feature This feature turns off the headlights, fog lights, parking lights, taillights, side marker lights, license plate lights, and instrument panel lights within 15 seconds of the dashboard.... The automatic lighting feature is controlled by a sensor located on it. 118 2011 RDX This feature activates if you enter dark areas such as long tunnels or parking facilities. Turn Signals and Headlights Even with the automatic lighting feature turned on, we recommend that you turn on...
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..., the lights will hear a lights on low beam. Take your vehicle to a dealer to the headlight switch. Instruments and Controls 119 2011 RDX The headlights revert to the ON (II) position and release the parking brake. Turn Signals and Headlights If you remove the key from the ignition switch with the switch. With the driver...
..., the lights will hear a lights on low beam. Take your vehicle to a dealer to the headlight switch. Instruments and Controls 119 2011 RDX The headlights revert to the ON (II) position and release the parking brake. Turn Signals and Headlights If you remove the key from the ignition switch with the switch. With the driver...
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... or position. You will hear a beep when maximum or minimum brightness is shown The knob on and off. Separate adjustments can be made when the headlights are on the instrument panel controls the brightness of brightness is canceled by turning the knob a click to adjust the brightness. The level of the... display while you adjust it. INSTRUMENT PANEL BRIGHTNESS CONTROL KNOB U.S. To reduce glare at night, the instrument panel illumination dims when you finish adjusting. 120 2011 RDX
... or position. You will hear a beep when maximum or minimum brightness is shown The knob on and off. Separate adjustments can be made when the headlights are on the instrument panel controls the brightness of brightness is canceled by turning the knob a click to adjust the brightness. The level of the... display while you adjust it. INSTRUMENT PANEL BRIGHTNESS CONTROL KNOB U.S. To reduce glare at night, the instrument panel illumination dims when you finish adjusting. 120 2011 RDX
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... There is also a sensor on , the mirror darkens when it is shown on as a reminder. For more information, see page 348. 146 2011 RDX Adjusting the Power Mirrors INDICATOR SENSOR AUTO BUTTON Keep the inside mirror can automatically darken to reverse with the ignition switch in the ON (II...Be sure to adjust the mirrors before you shift to reduce glare. Move the selector switch to the ON (II) position. 2. When it senses the headlights of the mirror. Turn the ignition switch to L (driver's side) or R (passenger's side). The AUTO indicator comes on the left side of ...
... There is also a sensor on , the mirror darkens when it is shown on as a reminder. For more information, see page 348. 146 2011 RDX Adjusting the Power Mirrors INDICATOR SENSOR AUTO BUTTON Keep the inside mirror can automatically darken to reverse with the ignition switch in the ON (II...Be sure to adjust the mirrors before you shift to reduce glare. Move the selector switch to the ON (II) position. 2. When it senses the headlights of the mirror. Turn the ignition switch to L (driver's side) or R (passenger's side). The AUTO indicator comes on the left side of ...
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...the tailgate from theft. NOTE: To see if the system is not fully closed . Security System The security system helps to it. 294 2011 RDX For the system to break into your vehicle and valuables from the outside with the key or the remote transmitter. It will cause the ... you lock the doors, hood, and the tailgate. This alarm continues for 2 minutes, then the system resets. The horn sounds and a combination of headlights, parking lights, side marker lights, and taillights flashes if someone attempts to activate, you leave the vehicle, make sure the doors, tailgate, and hood...
...the tailgate from theft. NOTE: To see if the system is not fully closed . Security System The security system helps to it. 294 2011 RDX For the system to break into your vehicle and valuables from the outside with the key or the remote transmitter. It will cause the ... you lock the doors, hood, and the tailgate. This alarm continues for 2 minutes, then the system resets. The horn sounds and a combination of headlights, parking lights, side marker lights, and taillights flashes if someone attempts to activate, you leave the vehicle, make sure the doors, tailgate, and hood...
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...Engine coolant level - Check the radiator reserve tank every time you are unsure of the headlights, parking lights, taillights, high-mount brake light, and license plate lights monthly. Maintenance Minder...fill the fuel tank. See page 357. See page 427. ● ● ● 417 2011 RDX Examine the tread for wear and foreign objects. See page 356. Lights - Check the operation ...- Check the fluid level monthly. However, Acura recommends that all maintenance services be performed in accordance with # will not void your emissions warranties....
...Engine coolant level - Check the radiator reserve tank every time you are unsure of the headlights, parking lights, taillights, high-mount brake light, and license plate lights monthly. Maintenance Minder...fill the fuel tank. See page 357. See page 427. ● ● ● 417 2011 RDX Examine the tread for wear and foreign objects. See page 356. Lights - Check the operation ...- Check the fluid level monthly. However, Acura recommends that all maintenance services be performed in accordance with # will not void your emissions warranties....
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This increases the cleaning capability and prevents freezing in the windshield washer reservoir at the windshield washer reservoir located behind the left headlight. When you refill the reservoir, clean the edges of the windshield wiper blades with a good-quality windshield washer fluid. If the washer fluid is low, a ''... normal use. On Canadian models Fill the reservoir with windshield washer fluid on a clean cloth. This will see a ''1/2'' mark on the multi-information display. 426 2011 RDX
This increases the cleaning capability and prevents freezing in the windshield washer reservoir at the windshield washer reservoir located behind the left headlight. When you refill the reservoir, clean the edges of the windshield wiper blades with a good-quality windshield washer fluid. If the washer fluid is low, a ''... normal use. On Canadian models Fill the reservoir with windshield washer fluid on a clean cloth. This will see a ''1/2'' mark on the multi-information display. 426 2011 RDX
Owner's Manual
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...glass can remain in the circuit even with the light switch off and the key removed. Replacing a High Beam Headlight Bulb Your vehicle has halogen headlight bulbs. When replacing a bulb, handle it by turning it with your dealer or another qualified technician. If you...headlight bulb fails, take the vehicle to your vehicle was new. Turn on the tab and pulling the connector down. 2. Adjustments should not attempt to have it in the cargo area or pull a trailer, readjustment may be done by pushing on the headlights to overheat and shatter. 1. Maintenance CONTINUED 431 2011 RDX...
...glass can remain in the circuit even with the light switch off and the key removed. Replacing a High Beam Headlight Bulb Your vehicle has halogen headlight bulbs. When replacing a bulb, handle it by turning it with your dealer or another qualified technician. If you...headlight bulb fails, take the vehicle to your vehicle was new. Turn on the tab and pulling the connector down. 2. Adjustments should not attempt to have it in the cargo area or pull a trailer, readjustment may be done by pushing on the headlights to overheat and shatter. 1. Maintenance CONTINUED 431 2011 RDX...
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... 2. Remove the bulb from the socket by turning it bottoms. 432 2011 RDX Push the new bulb straight into the headlight assembly. Replacing a Front Side Marker Light Bulb SOCKET BULB SOCKET 1. Remove the socket from the headlight assembly by turning it in the socket. Lights Replacing a Front Turn ...lock it unlocks. 1. Pull the bulb straight out of its socket. Open the hood. Open the hood. Remove the socket from the headlight assembly by pushing the bulb in place. 4. Install the new bulb in place. Turn it clockwise to lock it one -quarter turn counterclockwise...
... 2. Remove the bulb from the socket by turning it bottoms. 432 2011 RDX Push the new bulb straight into the headlight assembly. Replacing a Front Side Marker Light Bulb SOCKET BULB SOCKET 1. Remove the socket from the headlight assembly by turning it in the socket. Lights Replacing a Front Turn ...lock it unlocks. 1. Pull the bulb straight out of its socket. Open the hood. Open the hood. Remove the socket from the headlight assembly by pushing the bulb in place. 4. Install the new bulb in place. Turn it clockwise to lock it one -quarter turn counterclockwise...
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... the lights to prevent scratches. Place a cloth on its socket. Turn it clockwise to lock it bottoms. Maintenance 1. Push the new bulb straight into the headlight assembly. Remove the socket by carefully prying in Tailgate) COVER BULBS SOCKETS NOTCH 3. Determine which of the two bulbs is working. Pull the bulb straight... it in place. 4. Replacing Rear Bulbs (in the notch on the edge of its middle edge with a flat-tip screwdriver. 2. Open the tailgate. CONTINUED 433 2011 RDX Remove the cover by turning it one-quarter turn counterclockwise. 4. Lights 3.
... the lights to prevent scratches. Place a cloth on its socket. Turn it clockwise to lock it bottoms. Maintenance 1. Push the new bulb straight into the headlight assembly. Remove the socket by carefully prying in Tailgate) COVER BULBS SOCKETS NOTCH 3. Determine which of the two bulbs is working. Pull the bulb straight... it in place. 4. Replacing Rear Bulbs (in the notch on the edge of its middle edge with a flat-tip screwdriver. 2. Open the tailgate. CONTINUED 433 2011 RDX Remove the cover by turning it one-quarter turn counterclockwise. 4. Lights 3.