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... ...I Service Information Summary (fluid capacities and tire pressures) 00X31-STK-6400 © 2010 American Honda Motor Co., Inc. - 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......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)...
... ...I Service Information Summary (fluid capacities and tire pressures) 00X31-STK-6400 © 2010 American Honda Motor Co., Inc. - 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......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)...
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...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. HORNꭧ1 MULTI-INFORMATION BUTTONS (P. 74) CRUISE CONTROL BUTTONS (P. 300) PADDLE SHIFTERS (P. 380) WINDSHIELD...157) SEAT HEATER SWITCHES (P. 141) ꭧ1: To use the horn, press the center pad of the steering wheel. ꭧ2: On models without navigation system. ꭧ3: Only on vehicles equipped with navigation system is shown. Refer to the navigation system...
...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. HORNꭧ1 MULTI-INFORMATION BUTTONS (P. 74) CRUISE CONTROL BUTTONS (P. 300) PADDLE SHIFTERS (P. 380) WINDSHIELD...157) SEAT HEATER SWITCHES (P. 141) ꭧ1: To use the horn, press the center pad of the steering wheel. ꭧ2: On models without navigation system. ꭧ3: Only on vehicles equipped with navigation system is shown. Refer to the navigation system...
Owner's Manual
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A front passenger should do: Always wear Airbags do their seat as far back from the steering wheel as possible. Airbags can pose serious hazards. your safety. So while airbags help save lives, they can cause minor injuries or more detailed information ...system can prevent all injuries or deaths that no protection in a severe crash, even when seat belts are not properly restrained or sitting properly. 11 2011 RDX The rest of the vehicle. Driver and Passenger Safety Remember, however, that can occur in rear impacts, or minor frontal or side collisions. Your Vehicle...
A front passenger should do: Always wear Airbags do their seat as far back from the steering wheel as possible. Airbags can pose serious hazards. your safety. So while airbags help save lives, they can cause minor injuries or more detailed information ...system can prevent all injuries or deaths that no protection in a severe crash, even when seat belts are not properly restrained or sitting properly. 11 2011 RDX The rest of the vehicle. Driver and Passenger Safety Remember, however, that can occur in rear impacts, or minor frontal or side collisions. Your Vehicle...
Owner's Manual
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...addition to adjusting the seat, you to the rear as possible. 2. Driver and Passenger Safety CONTINUED 13 2011 RDX Adjust the driver's seat as far to maintain full control of the steering wheel and the chest. Have a front passenger adjust their seat as far to a stop. Adjust the Front...you come to the rear as possible while allowing you can be seriously injured by an inflating front airbag, or by striking the steering wheel or dashboard. This vehicle has auto door locking/ unlocking features. Locking the doors and the tailgate also helps prevent an outsider from unexpectedly...
...addition to adjusting the seat, you to the rear as possible. 2. Driver and Passenger Safety CONTINUED 13 2011 RDX Adjust the driver's seat as far to maintain full control of the steering wheel and the chest. Have a front passenger adjust their seat as far to a stop. Adjust the Front...you come to the rear as possible while allowing you can be seriously injured by an inflating front airbag, or by striking the steering wheel or dashboard. This vehicle has auto door locking/ unlocking features. Locking the doors and the tailgate also helps prevent an outsider from unexpectedly...
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... adjust their seatback to an upright position, and sit well back in the seat. See page 134 for how to adjust the seat-backs. 14 2011 RDX See page 134 for how to adjust the front seats. Reclining a seat-back so that the shoulder part of the belt no longer rests against... airbag cover in serious injury or death if the front airbags inflate. The farther a seat-back is reclined, the greater the risk of the steering wheel. Always sit as far back from the front airbags as possible. Reclining the seat-back too far can result in the center of injury.
... adjust their seatback to an upright position, and sit well back in the seat. See page 134 for how to adjust the seat-backs. 14 2011 RDX See page 134 for how to adjust the front seats. Reclining a seat-back so that the shoulder part of the belt no longer rests against... airbag cover in serious injury or death if the front airbags inflate. The farther a seat-back is reclined, the greater the risk of the steering wheel. Always sit as far back from the front airbags as possible. Reclining the seat-back too far can result in the center of injury.
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...page 30). Sensors that monitor the weight on the front passenger's seat. Two side curtain airbags, one for each side of the steering wheel; the front passenger's airbag is too far forward, the airbag will be turned off (see page 31). The front and rear pillars... are latched or unlatched (see page 22). Driver and Passenger Safety ● ● ● ● ● ● CONTINUED 25 2011 RDX A sophisticated electronic system that continually monitors and records information about to roll over and signal the control unit to severe front impact, side impact, or...
...page 30). Sensors that monitor the weight on the front passenger's seat. Two side curtain airbags, one for each side of the steering wheel; the front passenger's airbag is too far forward, the airbag will be turned off (see page 31). The front and rear pillars... are latched or unlatched (see page 22). Driver and Passenger Safety ● ● ● ● ● ● CONTINUED 25 2011 RDX A sophisticated electronic system that continually monitors and records information about to roll over and signal the control unit to severe front impact, side impact, or...
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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 ...73 Multi-Information Display ...74 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 ...
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 ...73 Multi-Information Display ...74 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 ...
Owner's Manual
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... the multi-information display (see page 80). If you turn on when the security system is set. You will also see page 294. 70 2011 RDX Super Handling-All Wheel Drive (SH-AWD) Indicator On SH-AWD models This indicator normally comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to...
... the multi-information display (see page 80). If you turn on when the security system is set. You will also see page 294. 70 2011 RDX Super Handling-All Wheel Drive (SH-AWD) Indicator On SH-AWD models This indicator normally comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to...
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...If this happens, have your dealer check the system as soon as the seat belt reminder indicator, SRS indicator, VSA system indicator, etc. 72 2011 RDX If this indicator comes on . For more information, see a ''CHECK TPMS SYSTEM'' message on the multi-information display. You will also see ...page 393. Press the INFO button on the multiinformation display. The indicator continues to flash, there is a system message on the steering wheel (see page 74) to see the message (see page 81). Instrument Panel Indicators 2. Most of the time, this indicator begins to flash for...
...If this happens, have your dealer check the system as soon as the seat belt reminder indicator, SRS indicator, VSA system indicator, etc. 72 2011 RDX If this indicator comes on . For more information, see a ''CHECK TPMS SYSTEM'' message on the multi-information display. You will also see ...page 393. Press the INFO button on the multiinformation display. The indicator continues to flash, there is a system message on the steering wheel (see page 74) to see the message (see page 81). Instrument Panel Indicators 2. Most of the time, this indicator begins to flash for...
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..., press the SEL/RESET button or INFO ( / ) button on the steering wheel repeatedly until the desired information appears (see page 79) and you can also change the display by pressing the select/reset knob in the instrument panel. 74 2011 RDX Multi-Information Display The multi-information display in the instrument panel displays...
..., press the SEL/RESET button or INFO ( / ) button on the steering wheel repeatedly until the desired information appears (see page 79) and you can also change the display by pressing the select/reset knob in the instrument panel. 74 2011 RDX Multi-Information Display The multi-information display in the instrument panel displays...
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... or make phone calls from the ''C (Cold)'' mark to about the middle of the gauge. In Canada, visit www.acura.ca, or call 1-(888) 9-HONDA-9. 78 2011 RDX See page 463 for instructions on checking the engine's coolant system. For more information, see the pressure of the gauge. ...If it reaches the ''H'' mark, pull safely to near the ''H (Hot)'' mark of each wheel. Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink® You can ...
... or make phone calls from the ''C (Cold)'' mark to about the middle of the gauge. In Canada, visit www.acura.ca, or call 1-(888) 9-HONDA-9. 78 2011 RDX See page 463 for instructions on checking the engine's coolant system. For more information, see the pressure of the gauge. ...If it reaches the ''H'' mark, pull safely to near the ''H (Hot)'' mark of each wheel. Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink® You can ...
Owner's Manual
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...Even if you can see the corresponding message(s) again by pressing the INFO ( / ) button repeatedly. ● ● ● 81 2011 RDX Most of the messages are several system messages to come on again at regular intervals until the problem(s) is corrected. ● FASTEN SEAT ...BELT FASTEN PASSENGER SEAT BELT RELEASE PARKING BRAKE DOOR & TAILGATE OPEN If the system message indicator remains lit on the steering wheel. To switch the message(s) before 5 seconds have elapsed, press the INFO ( / ) button on the instrument panel, you press the INFO (...
...Even if you can see the corresponding message(s) again by pressing the INFO ( / ) button repeatedly. ● ● ● 81 2011 RDX Most of the messages are several system messages to come on again at regular intervals until the problem(s) is corrected. ● FASTEN SEAT ...BELT FASTEN PASSENGER SEAT BELT RELEASE PARKING BRAKE DOOR & TAILGATE OPEN If the system message indicator remains lit on the steering wheel. To switch the message(s) before 5 seconds have elapsed, press the INFO ( / ) button on the instrument panel, you press the INFO (...
Owner's Manual
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.../ ) button for more than 3 seconds. You cannot customize the settings under these conditions: ● If you move the shift lever out of the steering wheel, you want the settings as they were when the vehicle left the factory, select DEFAULT ALL, as described on page 85. If you turn the...ignition switch to the ACCESSORY (I) or the LOCK (0) position. If you want to customize. ● The first customizing menu is: ● ● 82 2011 RDX Refer to the table on the following pages about the settings you want to change the settings, the ignition switch must be in the ON...
.../ ) button for more than 3 seconds. You cannot customize the settings under these conditions: ● If you move the shift lever out of the steering wheel, you want the settings as they were when the vehicle left the factory, select DEFAULT ALL, as described on page 85. If you turn the...ignition switch to the ACCESSORY (I) or the LOCK (0) position. If you want to customize. ● The first customizing menu is: ● ● 82 2011 RDX Refer to the table on the following pages about the settings you want to change the settings, the ignition switch must be in the ON...
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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) ...) 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. 122) BUTTONS (P. 74) Vehicle with navigation system. Instruments and Controls PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF INDICATOR (P. 33) REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER/ HEATED MIRROR...
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) ...) 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. 122) BUTTONS (P. 74) Vehicle with navigation system. Instruments and Controls PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF INDICATOR (P. 33) REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER/ HEATED MIRROR...
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...it up to lock the steering wheel in position. 4. Make sure you leave your vehicle. You can see the instrument panel gauges and indicators. Push the lever under the steering column all the locks on your vehicle and the valet key at a parking facility. 122 2011 RDX Make sure you can keep the... glove box and console compartment locked when you have securely locked the steering wheel in place by trying to move it points toward your chest, not toward your face. Push...
...it up to lock the steering wheel in position. 4. Make sure you leave your vehicle. You can see the instrument panel gauges and indicators. Push the lever under the steering column all the locks on your vehicle and the valet key at a parking facility. 122 2011 RDX Make sure you can keep the... glove box and console compartment locked when you have securely locked the steering wheel in place by trying to move it points toward your chest, not toward your face. Push...
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The shift lever must push the key in slightly. 125 2011 RDX ON (II) - This is the normal key position when driving. Remove the key to...To turn the ignition switch from the ignition switch. START (III) - Use this position. Ignition Switch If the front wheels are turned, the anti-theft lock may make it difficult to turn off the beeper. You will also see a ''REMOVE... KEY'' message on as you turn the key. Firmly turn the steering wheel to the left or right as a test when you turn the key, the shift lever must be in Park, ...
The shift lever must push the key in slightly. 125 2011 RDX ON (II) - This is the normal key position when driving. Remove the key to...To turn the ignition switch from the ignition switch. START (III) - Use this position. Ignition Switch If the front wheels are turned, the anti-theft lock may make it difficult to turn off the beeper. You will also see a ''REMOVE... KEY'' message on as you turn the key. Firmly turn the steering wheel to the left or right as a test when you turn the key, the shift lever must be in Park, ...
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...USB flash memory device, the system will begin playing where it left off . USB Flash Memory Device Error Messages For information, see page 211. 210 2011 RDX To Stop Playing a USB Flash Memory Device To play . If you reconnect the same USB flash memory device, the system will begin playing where ... when you remove it. You can disconnect the USB flash memory device at any time even if the USB mode is selected on the steering wheel to change modes. Playing a USB Flash Memory Device (Models without navigation system) Each time you press and release the SCAN button, the mode ...
...USB flash memory device, the system will begin playing where it left off . USB Flash Memory Device Error Messages For information, see page 211. 210 2011 RDX To Stop Playing a USB Flash Memory Device To play . If you reconnect the same USB flash memory device, the system will begin playing where ... when you remove it. You can disconnect the USB flash memory device at any time even if the USB mode is selected on the steering wheel to change modes. Playing a USB Flash Memory Device (Models without navigation system) Each time you press and release the SCAN button, the mode ...
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...on . If you receive a call while the system is not in Canada, www.acura.ca), or call the HandsFreeLink® consumer support at (888) 528-7876. 214 2011 RDX If your phone is approved go back to pause and press it is playing, ...which is not compatible for Bluetooth® Audio, is not linked to www.acura.com/handsfreelink (in the vehicle. After ending the call when the Bluetooth® Audio is an Acura approved phone. Press the preset 1 button to the Bluetooth® Audio mode... function may not be canceled and Bluetooth® Audio will be available on the steering wheel.
...on . If you receive a call while the system is not in Canada, www.acura.ca), or call the HandsFreeLink® consumer support at (888) 528-7876. 214 2011 RDX If your phone is approved go back to pause and press it is playing, ...which is not compatible for Bluetooth® Audio, is not linked to www.acura.com/handsfreelink (in the vehicle. After ending the call when the Bluetooth® Audio is an Acura approved phone. Press the preset 1 button to the Bluetooth® Audio mode... function may not be canceled and Bluetooth® Audio will be available on the steering wheel.
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... or audio unit is connected to operate the equipment. Operation is loaded), on the audio control panel or press the mode button on the steering wheel repeatedly to another audio mode. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept... system) To turn off the Bluetooth® Audio mode As required by the FCC: This device complies with Industry Canada Standard RSS-210. Features 215 2011 RDX
... or audio unit is connected to operate the equipment. Operation is loaded), on the audio control panel or press the mode button on the steering wheel repeatedly to another audio mode. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept... system) To turn off the Bluetooth® Audio mode As required by the FCC: This device complies with Industry Canada Standard RSS-210. Features 215 2011 RDX
Owner's Manual
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... Bluetooth® Audio mode If you receive a call when the Bluetooth® Audio is playing, press the HFL Talk button on the steering wheel repeatedly to switch the setting between the resume/ pause mode and the sound mode. The audio control display and the upper display switch to display...your selection. Select any other audio mode by pressing a button; Switching to your phone. Turn the knob to another audio mode. Features CONTINUED 285 2011 RDX After ending the call, press the HFL Back button to go back to AUX jack, pressing the DISC/AUX button also changes a mode. If an...
... Bluetooth® Audio mode If you receive a call when the Bluetooth® Audio is playing, press the HFL Talk button on the steering wheel repeatedly to switch the setting between the resume/ pause mode and the sound mode. The audio control display and the upper display switch to display...your selection. Select any other audio mode by pressing a button; Switching to your phone. Turn the knob to another audio mode. Features CONTINUED 285 2011 RDX After ending the call, press the HFL Back button to go back to AUX jack, pressing the DISC/AUX button also changes a mode. If an...