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Contents 2013 RDX Quick Reference Guide Child Safety P. 52 Exhaust Gas Hazard P. 64 Safety Labels P. 65 P. 2 P. 23 P. 67 P. 95 P. 157 P. 227 P. 267 P. 317 P. 343 P. 355 Safe Driving Opening ... P. 266 Maintenance Maintenance Under the Hood P. 275 Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 301 Replacing Light Bulbs P. 287 Battery P. 310 Remote Transmitter Care P. 311 Handling the Unexpected Engine Does Not Start P. 325 Fuses P. 337 Jump Starting P. 328 Emergency Towing P. 340 Shift Lever Does Not Move P. 330 When You Cannot Open the Tailgate P. 341...
Contents 2013 RDX Quick Reference Guide Child Safety P. 52 Exhaust Gas Hazard P. 64 Safety Labels P. 65 P. 2 P. 23 P. 67 P. 95 P. 157 P. 227 P. 267 P. 317 P. 343 P. 355 Safe Driving Opening ... P. 266 Maintenance Maintenance Under the Hood P. 275 Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 301 Replacing Light Bulbs P. 287 Battery P. 310 Remote Transmitter Care P. 311 Handling the Unexpected Engine Does Not Start P. 325 Fuses P. 337 Jump Starting P. 328 Emergency Towing P. 340 Shift Lever Does Not Move P. 330 When You Cannot Open the Tailgate P. 341...
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... - 2013 RDX Visual Index ❙ System Indicators (P 68) ❙ Gauges (P 82) ❙ Multi-Information Display (P 83) ❙ Audio/Information Screen * ❙ Hazard Warning Button ❙ Audio System (P 158) ❙ Navigation System * () See Navigation System Manual ❙ Climate Control System (P 152) ❙ Rear Window Defogger (P 129) ❙ Heated Mirror Button (P 129) ❙ ENGINE START...
... - 2013 RDX Visual Index ❙ System Indicators (P 68) ❙ Gauges (P 82) ❙ Multi-Information Display (P 83) ❙ Audio/Information Screen * ❙ Hazard Warning Button ❙ Audio System (P 158) ❙ Navigation System * () See Navigation System Manual ❙ Climate Control System (P 152) ❙ Rear Window Defogger (P 129) ❙ Heated Mirror Button (P 129) ❙ ENGINE START...
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Safe Driving (P 23) QRG Quick Reference Guide - 2013 RDX Airbags (P 37) ● Your vehicle is fitted with airbags to help protect you and your passengers are wearing their seat belts correctly. Child Safety (P 52) ... restrained in a forward-facing child seat. ● Infants must be properly restrained in confined spaces where carbon monoxide gas can accumulate. Do not run the engine in a rear-facing child seat. Index 7 Exhaust Gas Hazard (P 64) ● Your vehicle emits dangerous exhaust gases that the front seats, head restraints, steering wheel...
Safe Driving (P 23) QRG Quick Reference Guide - 2013 RDX Airbags (P 37) ● Your vehicle is fitted with airbags to help protect you and your passengers are wearing their seat belts correctly. Child Safety (P 52) ... restrained in a forward-facing child seat. ● Infants must be properly restrained in confined spaces where carbon monoxide gas can accumulate. Do not run the engine in a rear-facing child seat. Index 7 Exhaust Gas Hazard (P 64) ● Your vehicle emits dangerous exhaust gases that the front seats, head restraints, steering wheel...
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...the time. Depending on the displayed time, the clock sets forward or backward. Controls Clock (P 96) a b c (P 95) Models without navigation system ENGINE START/STOP Button (P 119) Press the button to 2:00 Models with intermittent LO: Low speed wipe HI: High speed wipe Index 9 Lights (P 122)... Light Control Switches QRG Quick Reference Guide - 2013 RDX Press and hold the CLOCK button until Adjust Clock appears. Left Pull toward you to set the time. Press Preset (4 (Hour) or (5 (...
...the time. Depending on the displayed time, the clock sets forward or backward. Controls Clock (P 96) a b c (P 95) Models without navigation system ENGINE START/STOP Button (P 119) Press the button to 2:00 Models with intermittent LO: Low speed wipe HI: High speed wipe Index 9 Lights (P 122)... Light Control Switches QRG Quick Reference Guide - 2013 RDX Press and hold the CLOCK button until Adjust Clock appears. Left Pull toward you to set the time. Press Preset (4 (Hour) or (5 (...
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... Reverse Neutral Transmission is shown in the instrument panel. Index Press the release button to (P and depress the brake pedal when starting the engine. QRG Quick Reference Guide - 2013 RDX Driving ● Shifting (P 227) Automatic Transmission (P 244) ● Shift to move out of (P . Selected Gear Number M Indicator...Lever Paddle Shifters (P 246) ● Paddle shifters allow you to move the shift lever. This is useful for engine braking. ● D-paddle shift mode: The transmission will shift back to automatic mode once the system detects that the vehicle is locked....
... Reverse Neutral Transmission is shown in the instrument panel. Index Press the release button to (P and depress the brake pedal when starting the engine. QRG Quick Reference Guide - 2013 RDX Driving ● Shifting (P 227) Automatic Transmission (P 244) ● Shift to move out of (P . Selected Gear Number M Indicator...Lever Paddle Shifters (P 246) ● Paddle shifters allow you to move the shift lever. This is useful for engine braking. ● D-paddle shift mode: The transmission will shift back to automatic mode once the system detects that the vehicle is locked....
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... recommendation: Unleaded premium gasoline with a pump octane number 91 or higher recommended Fuel tank capacity: 16 US gal (60 L) QRG Quick Reference Guide - 2013 RDX a b Pull the fuel fill door release handle. Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) (P 253) ● TPMS monitors tire pressure. ● TPMS is... accelerating on loose or slippery road surfaces. ● VSA® comes on automatically every time you start the engine. ● To turn VSA® on automatically every time you start the engine. Cruise Control (P 248) ● Cruise control allows you to remove the cap.
... recommendation: Unleaded premium gasoline with a pump octane number 91 or higher recommended Fuel tank capacity: 16 US gal (60 L) QRG Quick Reference Guide - 2013 RDX a b Pull the fuel fill door release handle. Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) (P 253) ● TPMS monitors tire pressure. ● TPMS is... accelerating on loose or slippery road surfaces. ● VSA® comes on automatically every time you start the engine. ● To turn VSA® on automatically every time you start the engine. Cruise Control (P 248) ● Cruise control allows you to remove the cap.
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QRG Quick Reference Guide - 2013 RDX Maintenance (P 267) Under the Hood (P 275) ● Check engine oil, engine coolant, and windshield washer fluid. Wiper Blades (P 297) ● Replace blades if they leave streaks across the windshield. Lights (P 287) ● Inspect all lights regularly. ...
QRG Quick Reference Guide - 2013 RDX Maintenance (P 267) Under the Hood (P 275) ● Check engine oil, engine coolant, and windshield washer fluid. Wiper Blades (P 297) ● Replace blades if they leave streaks across the windshield. Lights (P 287) ● Inspect all lights regularly. ...
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QRG Quick Reference Guide - 2013 RDX ● Identify the indicator and consult the owner's manual. Emergency Towing (P 340) ● Call a professional towing service if you do not see steam under the hood, open the hood, and let the engine cool down. Overheating (P 331) ● Park in the cargo area. (P 317) Engine Won't Start (P 325) ●...
QRG Quick Reference Guide - 2013 RDX ● Identify the indicator and consult the owner's manual. Emergency Towing (P 340) ● Call a professional towing service if you do not see steam under the hood, open the hood, and let the engine cool down. Overheating (P 331) ● Park in the cargo area. (P 317) Engine Won't Start (P 325) ●...
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The power mode does not change from ACCESSORY to VEHICLE OFF (LOCK). Move the steering wheel left and right after pressing the ENGINE START/STOP button. Never pump the brake pedal. Why? ● ● The steering wheel may be moved to (P . Why? Apply firm, steady pressure ... pedal. The shift lever should be locked. This can occur when the ABS activates, and does not indicate a problem. QRG Quick Reference Guide - 2013 RDX What to Do If The power mode does not change from VEHICLE OFF (LOCK) to ACCESSORY. Why does the brake pedal pulsate slightly when applying...
The power mode does not change from ACCESSORY to VEHICLE OFF (LOCK). Move the steering wheel left and right after pressing the ENGINE START/STOP button. Never pump the brake pedal. Why? ● ● The steering wheel may be moved to (P . Why? Apply firm, steady pressure ... pedal. The shift lever should be locked. This can occur when the ABS activates, and does not indicate a problem. QRG Quick Reference Guide - 2013 RDX What to Do If The power mode does not change from VEHICLE OFF (LOCK) to ACCESSORY. Why does the brake pedal pulsate slightly when applying...
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... knocking noise in the engine and will result in decreased engine performance. Index 20 Use of gasoline with a Pump Octane Number (PON) of 91 or higher is recommended. Is it possible to be replaced. Have your vehicle inspected by a dealer. QRG Quick Reference Guide - 2013 RDX Why do I hear... a screeching sound when I apply the brake pedal? The brake pads may need to use unleaded gasoline with a Pump Octane Number (PON) of lower octane gasoline can lead to engine damage. Use of 87 or higher on this ...
... knocking noise in the engine and will result in decreased engine performance. Index 20 Use of gasoline with a Pump Octane Number (PON) of 91 or higher is recommended. Is it possible to be replaced. Have your vehicle inspected by a dealer. QRG Quick Reference Guide - 2013 RDX Why do I hear... a screeching sound when I apply the brake pedal? The brake pads may need to use unleaded gasoline with a Pump Octane Number (PON) of lower octane gasoline can lead to engine damage. Use of 87 or higher on this ...
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... the garage door is open , airflow can quickly fill up with the engine running. Set the temperature control to high. 4. Do not run the engine with the tailgate open , drive out of the garage immediately after starting the engine. ■ Have the exhaust system inspected for leaks whenever • The..., open all the windows and set the climate control system as a garage can pull exhaust gas into the interior. 1 Carbon Monoxide Gas 2013 RDX TOC Safe Driving 3 WARNING Carbon monoxide gas is raised for an oil change. Index 64 Exhaust Gas Hazard QRG Carbon Monoxide Gas The...
... the garage door is open , airflow can quickly fill up with the engine running. Set the temperature control to high. 4. Do not run the engine with the tailgate open , drive out of the garage immediately after starting the engine. ■ Have the exhaust system inspected for leaks whenever • The..., open all the windows and set the climate control system as a garage can pull exhaust gas into the interior. 1 Carbon Monoxide Gas 2013 RDX TOC Safe Driving 3 WARNING Carbon monoxide gas is raised for an oil change. Index 64 Exhaust Gas Hazard QRG Carbon Monoxide Gas The...
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...P. 333 Message Low Oil Pressure Indicator ● TOC Instrument Panel ● ● Readiness codes are no flammable objects. Turn off when the engine starts. Comes on when you set , it blinks five times before it to reduce electricity consumption. 2 If the Charging System Indicator Comes On P.... safe place where there are part of the on board diagnostics for it goes off when the engine starts. uu Indicators u 2013 RDX QRG Indicator Name ● On/Blinking Comes on when the engine oil pressure is low. Comes on when you set the power mode to ON, and goes...
...P. 333 Message Low Oil Pressure Indicator ● TOC Instrument Panel ● ● Readiness codes are no flammable objects. Turn off when the engine starts. Comes on when you set , it blinks five times before it to reduce electricity consumption. 2 If the Charging System Indicator Comes On P.... safe place where there are part of the on board diagnostics for it goes off when the engine starts. uu Indicators u 2013 RDX QRG Indicator Name ● On/Blinking Comes on when the engine oil pressure is low. Comes on when you set the power mode to ON, and goes...
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...tensioner Comes on for a few seconds when you set the power mode to (P , and idle the engine until the indicator goes off . Have the vehicle checked by a dealer. the engine drives only the front wheels in this state. If the indicator does not stop blinking, take your ... when the AWD with any of the following is detected: - Blinks while driving - Supplemental restraint system - the engine drives only the front wheels in this state. uu Indicators u 2013 RDX QRG Indicator Name ● On/Blinking Comes on if there is a problem with the AWD with intelligent control system...
...tensioner Comes on for a few seconds when you set the power mode to (P , and idle the engine until the indicator goes off . Have the vehicle checked by a dealer. the engine drives only the front wheels in this state. If the indicator does not stop blinking, take your ... when the AWD with any of the following is detected: - Blinks while driving - Supplemental restraint system - the engine drives only the front wheels in this state. uu Indicators u 2013 RDX QRG Indicator Name ● On/Blinking Comes on if there is a problem with the AWD with intelligent control system...
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... Blinks for a few seconds when you set the power mode to ON. uu Indicators u 2013 RDX QRG Indicator Name ● On/Blinking Comes on when you set the power mode to ON, and goes off when the engine starts. Comes on for about one minute, and then stays on if there is temporarily...
... Blinks for a few seconds when you set the power mode to ON. uu Indicators u 2013 RDX QRG Indicator Name ● On/Blinking Comes on when you set the power mode to ON, and goes off when the engine starts. Comes on for about one minute, and then stays on if there is temporarily...
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... lights are on. Have the passenger sit properly. Comes on if the immobilizer system cannot recognize the key information. ● ● ● Blinks - uu Indicators u 2013 RDX QRG Indicator Name ● On/Blinking Comes on whenever the light switch is sitting in the passenger seat - It does not mean there is a problem...
... lights are on. Have the passenger sit properly. Comes on if the immobilizer system cannot recognize the key information. ● ● ● Blinks - uu Indicators u 2013 RDX QRG Indicator Name ● On/Blinking Comes on whenever the light switch is sitting in the passenger seat - It does not mean there is a problem...
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Appears when the engine coolant temperature gets abnormally high. Explanation 2 Maintenance Minder Messages on the Multi-Information Display P. 272 TOC Instrument Panel ● 2 Overheating P. 331 ● U.S. uu Indicators u Multi-Information Display Warning and Information Messages 2013 RDX QRG Message ● ● Condition Appears when the scheduled maintenance is a problem with the power tailgate system...
Appears when the engine coolant temperature gets abnormally high. Explanation 2 Maintenance Minder Messages on the Multi-Information Display P. 272 TOC Instrument Panel ● 2 Overheating P. 331 ● U.S. uu Indicators u Multi-Information Display Warning and Information Messages 2013 RDX QRG Message ● ● Condition Appears when the scheduled maintenance is a problem with the power tailgate system...
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uu Indicators u Multi-Information Display Warning and Information Messages 2013 RDX QRG Message ● Condition Appears if there is locked. ● Move the steering wheel left and right after the TO START ENGINE message appears. 2 Starting the Engine P. 240 ● Appears when the steering wheel is a ... the starting system. ● Explanation As a temporary measure, press and hold the ENGINE START/STOP button for 15 seconds while depressing the brake pedal and manually start the engine. Have the vehicle checked by a dealer. TOC Instrument Panel Canada ● Appears ...
uu Indicators u Multi-Information Display Warning and Information Messages 2013 RDX QRG Message ● Condition Appears if there is locked. ● Move the steering wheel left and right after the TO START ENGINE message appears. 2 Starting the Engine P. 240 ● Appears when the steering wheel is a ... the starting system. ● Explanation As a temporary measure, press and hold the ENGINE START/STOP button for 15 seconds while depressing the brake pedal and manually start the engine. Have the vehicle checked by a dealer. TOC Instrument Panel Canada ● Appears ...
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...Battery is in ACCESSORY. ● Press the ENGINE START/STOP button twice with your foot off the brake pedal to change the power mode to VEHICLE OFF (LOCK). uu Indicators u Multi-Information Display Warning and Information Messages 2013 RDX QRG Message ● Condition Appears if you press... the ENGINE START/STOP button to turn the engine off without the keyless access remote inside the vehicle, and close the door. 2 ...
...Battery is in ACCESSORY. ● Press the ENGINE START/STOP button twice with your foot off the brake pedal to change the power mode to VEHICLE OFF (LOCK). uu Indicators u Multi-Information Display Warning and Information Messages 2013 RDX QRG Message ● Condition Appears if you press... the ENGINE START/STOP button to turn the engine off without the keyless access remote inside the vehicle, and close the door. 2 ...
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...power mode is in ON. 2013 RDX ■ Speedometer TOC Instrument Panel Displays your driving speed in mph (U.S.) or km/h (Canada). ■ Tachometer Shows the number of engine revolutions per minute. ■ Fuel Gauge Displays the amount of the road and allow engine temperature to return to misfire,...gauge, and related indicators. Pull safely to the side of fuel left in the upper zone can cause the engine to normal. 2 Overheating P. 331 82 Running out of the engine coolant. 1 Temperature Gauge NOTICE Index Driving with the temperature gauge pointer in the fuel tank. 1 Fuel ...
...power mode is in ON. 2013 RDX ■ Speedometer TOC Instrument Panel Displays your driving speed in mph (U.S.) or km/h (Canada). ■ Tachometer Shows the number of engine revolutions per minute. ■ Fuel Gauge Displays the amount of the road and allow engine temperature to return to misfire,...gauge, and related indicators. Pull safely to the side of fuel left in the upper zone can cause the engine to normal. 2 Overheating P. 331 82 Running out of the engine coolant. 1 Temperature Gauge NOTICE Index Driving with the temperature gauge pointer in the fuel tank. 1 Fuel ...
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... Multi-Information Display u Multi-Information Display Multi-Information Display The multi-information display shows the odometer, trip meter, outside temperature indicator, and other helpful information. 2013 RDX QRG ■ Switching the Display Press the display. / (information) button or the SEL/RESET button to change the TOC Instrument Panel Black Screen Average Fuel...
... Multi-Information Display u Multi-Information Display Multi-Information Display The multi-information display shows the odometer, trip meter, outside temperature indicator, and other helpful information. 2013 RDX QRG ■ Switching the Display Press the display. / (information) button or the SEL/RESET button to change the TOC Instrument Panel Black Screen Average Fuel...