Acura 2008 RDX User Manual

One of the best ways to enhance the enjoyment of your new vehicle is toread this manual. In it, you will learn how to operate its driving controls and

−You’ll find many safetyrecommendations throughout thissection, and throughout this manual.Therecommendationsonthispageare the ones we consider to be

▲▼While LIGHTING SETUP is shownin the CUSTOMIZE GROUP of themulti-information display, press theSEL/RESET button. You will see theabove display.Press

▲▼To exit INTERIOR LIGHTDIMMING TIME without changingthe current setting, select EXIT bypressing the INFO ( / ) button,then press the SEL/RESET button

▲▼ ▲▼The headlights, parking lights, sidemarker lights, taillights, and licenseplate lights go off after the selectedtime when you close the driver’sd

▲▼To exit HEADLIGHT AUTO OFFTIMER without changing thecurrent setting, select EXIT bypressing the INFO ( / ) button,then press the SEL/RESET button.Th

▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼There are five settings to choosefrom in the door setup:AUTO DOOR LOCKDOOR LOCK MODESECURITY RELOCK TIMERAUTO DOOR UNLOCKWhile CUSTOMIZE GROUP

−−▲▼−There are three settings you canchoose from:OFFThe auto door lock is deactivated allthe time.SHIFT FROM PThe doors lock whenever you movethe shif

▲▼To exit AUTO DOOR LOCK withoutchanging the current setting, selectEXIT by pressing the INFO ( / )button, then press the SEL/RESETbutton. The screen

▲▼▲▼Press the SEL/RESET button. Thescreen changes as shown above.Select DRIVER DOOR or ALLDOORS by pressing the INFO ( /) button, then press the SEL/R

▲▼To exit DOOR LOCK MODEwithout changing the current setting,select EXIT by pressing the INFO( / ) button, and then press theSEL/RESET button. The scr

▲▼▲▼Press the SEL/RESET button. Thescreen changes as shown above.Select ON or OFF by pressing theINFO ( / ) button, then press theSEL/RESET button to

Your vehicle is equipped with manyfeatures that work together toprotect you and your passengersduring a crash.However, you and your passengerscan’t ta

▲▼When your choice is set, you will seethe above display for several seconds,then the screen goes back toCUSTOMIZE MENU.If your choice is not set, you

▲▼▲▼If you unlock the doors and thetailgate with the remote transmitter,but do not open any of the doors orthetailgatewithin30seconds,thedoors and the

▲▼To exit SECURITY RELOCKTIMER without changing thecurrent setting, select EXIT bypressing the INFO ( / ) button,then press the SEL/RESET button.The s

▲▼−−▲▼−There are three settings you canchoose from:Press the SEL/RESET button. Thescreen changes as shown above.Select the desired setting bypressing

▲▼To exit AUTO DOOR UNLOCKwithout changing the current setting,select EXIT by pressing the INFO( / ) button, then press the SEL/RESET button. The scre

＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊To use the horn, press the center pad of the steering wheel.Refer to the navigation system manual.On RDX model only1:2:3:4:On RDX with Tech

−−−−−−−−−Push the right lever up or down toselect a position.The wipers run at highspeed until you release the lever.The wipers are not activated.MIST

−−−−The wiper is not activated.When you turn the wiper switch toOFF while the rear window wiper isin action, it will return to its parkedposition.Rota

−−Push down on thelever to signal a left turn and up tosignal a right turn. To signal a lanechange, push lightly on the lever,and hold it. The lever w

−This feature turns off the headlights,parking lights, taillights, side markerlights, license plate lights, andinstrument panel lights within 15second

Your vehicle is equipped with seatbelts in all seating positions.Seat belts are the single mosteffectivesafetydeviceforadultsandlarger children. (Infa

The lights will turn on again whenyou unlock or open the driver’s door.If you unlock the door, but do notopen it within 15 seconds, the lightswill go

The knob on the instrument panelcontrols the brightness of the instru-ment panel lights. Turn the knob toadjust the brightness.Separate adjustments ca

The rear window defogger clears fog,frost,andthinicefromthewindow.Push the defogger button to turn itonandoff.Pushingthisbuttonalsoturns the mirror he

Make any steering wheel adjustmentbefore you start driving.Push the lever under the steeringcolumn all the way down.The master key fits all the locks

Youshouldhavereceivedakeynumber tag with your keys. You willneed this key number if you everhave to get a lost key replaced. Useonly Acura-approved ke

As required by the FCC:This device complies with Part 15 of theFCC rules. Operation is subject to thefollowing two conditions: (1) This devicemay not

−−−−The ignition switch has fourpositions: LOCK (0), ACCESSORY(I), ON (II), and START (III).You can insert orremove the key only in this position.To t

Each front door has a master doorlock switch. Either switch locks andunlocks all doors and the tailgate.Push the top of the switch to lock alldoors an

When the vehicle speed reachesabout 9 mph (about 15 km/h) ormore, all the doors lockautomatically.With the driver’s door open and thekey in the igniti

To open the tailgate, press and holdthe switch, then lift up.To close the tailgate, hold thetailgate handle, lower the tailgate,then press down on the

CONTINUEDYour vehicle has a supplementalrestraint system (SRS) with frontairbags to help protect the heads andchests of the driver and a front seatpas

If the power door lock system cannotunlock the tailgate, unlock itmanually.Use a small flat-tip screwdriver toremove the cover on the back of thetailg

−−−When you press the UNLOCKbutton, the ceiling lights (if the frontand rear ceiling light switches are inthe door activated position) willcome on. If

To replace the battery:Remove the screw at the base ofthe transmitter with a smallPhillips-head screwdriver.Separate the keypad from thetransmitter by

−As required by the FCC:This device complies with Part 15 of theFCC rules. Operation is subject to thefollowing two conditions: (1) This devicemay not

Here are the settings activated withthe remote;When you unlock the driver’s doorwith your remote, each remoteactivates the keyless memorysettings rela

−Moves the seatforward andbackward.Raises or lowersthe seat.The controls for the poweradjustable driver’s seat are on theoutside edge of the seat bott

−To adjust the seat forward orbackward, pull up on the bar underthe seat cushion’s front edge. Movethe seat to the desired position, andreleasethebar.

See page for important safetyinformation and a warning aboutimproperly positioning head restraints.14Your vehicle is equipped with headrestraints in a

To remove a head restraint forcleaning or repair, pull it up as far asit will go. Push the release button,then pull the restraint out of the seat-back

The driver’s and front passenger’sseats have active head restraints. Ifthe vehicle is struck severely fromthe rear, the occupant properlysecured with

The most important things you needto know about your airbags are:They are designed to supplementthe seat belts.Always wearyour seat belt properly, and

The rear seat armrest is in thecenter of the rear seat. Pivot it downto use it.Remove any items from the seatbefore folding down the seat-back.Make su

Move the front seats as farforward as possible. Make surethe front seat-backs are in theupright positions.Store the center seat belt buckleinto the po

Do not put any heavy items on theseat-back when it is folded down.Make sure all items in the cargo areaare secured. Loose items can flyforward and cau

Follow these precautions wheneveryou use the seat heaters:Use the HI setting only to heat theseats quickly, because it drawslarge amounts of current f

Turn the ignition switch to the ON(II) position to raise or lower anywindow. To open the window, pushthe switch down and hold it. Releasethe switch wh

−−Auto reverse stops sensing when thewindow is almost closed. You shouldalways check that all passengers andobjects are away from the windowbefore clo

Turn the ignition switch to the ON(II) position before operating themoonroof switch on the ceilingconsole.To open the moonroof fully, pullback the moo

The moonroof has a key-off delay.You can open and close themoonroof for up to 10 minutes afteryou turn off the ignition switch. Thekey-off delay cance

Turn the ignition switch to the ON(II) position.Move the selector switch to L(driver’s side) or R (passenger’sside).Keeptheinsideandoutsidemirrorsclea

Push the appropriate edge of theadjustment switch to move themirrorright,left,up,ordown.When you finish, move theselector switch to the center (off)po

−The following pages provideinstructions on how to properlyprotect the driver, adult passengers,and teenage children who are largeenough and mature en

Adjust the seat to a comfortableposition (see page ).Store a driving position only whenthe vehicle is parked.Turn the ignition switch to the ON(II) po

Not pressing a memory buttonwithin 5 seconds.Readjusting the seat position.Readjusting the outside mirrorposition.Each memory button stores only onedr

To apply the parking brake, push thepedal down with your foot. Torelease it, push on the pedal again.The parking brake indicator on theinstrument pane

Each front and rear ceiling light hasa three-position switch.Front ceiling lights:In the ‘‘ ’’ position, both frontand rear ceiling lights are on all

Open any door.Remove the key from the ignitionswitch.Unlock the doors with the key,locktabonthedriver’sdoor,master door lock switch, orremote transmit

The courtesy lights in the ceilingconsole come on when the lightswitch is in the or theposition. You can adjust theirbrightness by turning the Select/

Interior Convenience Items152GLOVE BOXCOAT HOOKCENTERPOCKETSUN VISOR/VANITYMIRRORBEVERAGEHOLDERSBEVERAGE HOLDERS inREAR SEAT ARMRESTCENTER CONSOLEFRON

Open the glove box by pulling thehandle to the left. Close it with a firmpush. Lock or unlock the glove boxwith the master key.The glove box light com

Be careful when you are using thebeverage holders. A spilled liquidthat is very hot can scald you or yourpassengers. Spilled liquids candamage the uph

None of the sockets will power anautomotive type cigarette lighterelement. When both sockets arebeing used, the combined powerrating of the accessorie

Locking the doors and the tailgatereduces the chance of someonebeing thrown out of the vehicleduring a crash, and it helps preventpassengers from acci

Tousethevanitymirroronthebackof the sun visor, pull up the cover.Your vehicle has a multi-functionconsole compartment. It includes anarmrest, a coin h

You can use the inside of the lid for apen holder, a coin holder and a cardholder.The console compartment has twoshelves to divide it into two levels.

Your vehicle has a cargo area coverto conceal your luggage and protectthem from direct sunlight.To remove it: Place the cargo area cover on thecargo a

The climate control system in yourvehicle provides a comfortabledriving environment in all weatherconditions.The standard audio system hasmany feature

Climate Control System160RDX modelOFF BUTTONU.S. model is shown.MODE INDICATORDUAL BUTTON FAN CONTROL BUTTONSAIR CONDITIONING (A/C) BUTTONDRIVER’S SID

▲▼Proper use of the climate controlsystem can make the interior dryand comfortable, and keep thewindows clear for best visibility.For the climate cont

▲▼▲▼When you set the temperature to itslowest limit ( ) or its highestlimit ( ), the system runs atfull cooling or heating only. It doesnot regulate t

CONTINUEDWhen the indicator in the button ison, air from the vehicle’s interior issent throughout the system again.When the indicator is off, air isbr

If you press the OFF button, theclimate control system shuts offcompletely.Air flows from the centerand corner vents in the dashboard.Airflow is divid

▲▼▲▼Thedriver’ssideandthepassenger’sside can be controlled independentlyby adjusting these buttons when theindicator in the DUAL button is lit.To set

Reclining a seat-back so that theshoulder part of the belt no longerrests against the occupant’s chestreduces the protective capability ofthe belt. It

▲▼When you set the temperature to itslower or upper limit, it is displayed asor .Push AUTO or . The selectedtemperatures appear in the display.When th

Theclimatecontrolsystemhastwosensors. A sunlight sensor is in thetop of the dashboard, and atemperature sensor is next to thesteering column. Do not c

Read the appropriate pages in thissection for operation of the audiosystems installed in your vehicle.For RDX model, see pagesthru .For RDX with Techn

Audio SystemFeatures169U.S. model is shown.RDX with Technology Package model０７／０６／０１ １８：５２：４７ ３１ＳＴＫ６１０ ０１７４  2008 RDX Table Of ContentsMain Menu

The band and frequency that theradio was last tuned to is displayed.To change bands, press the AM orFM button. On the FM band, ‘‘ST’’will be shown on

−−−−−−CONTINUEDYou can use any of five methods tofind radio stations on the selectedband: tune, seek, scan, the presetbars, and auto select.Use the TU

−−If you do not like the stations autoselect has stored, you can storeother frequencies on the preset bars.,presstheA. SEL/RDM button. This restoresth

CONTINUEDOn RDX modelAudio SystemOperating the CD ChangerFeatures173Normal mode MP3/WMA modeSCAN (D-SCAN) INDICATOR RPT (D-RPT)INDICATORWMA MODEINDICA

Audio System174LOAD BUTTONDISC SLOTEJECT BUTTONDISC LOAD INDICATORCD/AUX BUTTONRPT BUTTONSCAN BUTTONU.S. model is shown.DISP/MODE BUTTONTUNE/FOLDER BA

Your audio system has an in-dashCD changer that holds up to six CDs,providing several hours ofcontinuous entertainment. Youoperate this CD changer wit

Adjust the driver’s head restraint sothe center of the back of your headrests against the center of therestraint.Properly adjusted head restraintswill

To load a single disc:Press and release the LOADbutton on the changer unit. Youwill see ‘‘BUSY’’ on the centerdisplay, and the disc load indicatorturn

−CONTINUEDThe CD changer can play CD-Rs andCD-RWs compressed in MP3 andWMA format. When playing a disc inMP3 or WMA, you will see ‘‘MP3’’ or‘‘WMA’’ on

The specifications of the compatibleMP3 file are:Sampling frequency: 32/44.1/48 kHz(MPEG1), 24, 22.05, 16 kHz(MPEG2)Bit rate: 32/40/48/56/64/80/96/112

−−−While a disc is playing you can usethe SEEK/SKIP bar to selectpassages and change tracks (files inMP3/WMA mode).In MP3/WMA mode, use theTUNE/FOLDER

−−−−In MP3/WMA mode In MP3/WMA modeThis feature,when activated, replays all the fileson the current folder in the orderthey are compressed in MP3/WMA.

−−−The disc scanfunction samples the first track (filein MP3/WMA mode) of each discwithin the changer in numericalorder. To activate this feature, pre

To pause a disc, press thecorresponding number of thecurrent disc on the appropriate sideof the preset bars. To play the discagain, press the preset b

XM Satellite Radio receives signalsfrom two satellites to produce clear,high-quality digital reception. Itoffers many channels in severalcategories. A

−−−−To listen to the XM satellite Radio,turn the ignition switch to theACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) position.Push the PWR/VOL knob to turn onthe audio sys

−−The scan function givesyou a sampling of all channels whilein the channel mode. In the categorymode, only the channels within thatcategory are scann

Position the lap part of the belt aslow as possible across your hips,then pull up on the shoulder part ofthe belt so the lap part fits snugly.This let

−−＋−Use the TREBLE/BASS modes to adjust the tone toyour liking. You can adjust eachmode in levels between 6 and 6.These twomodes adjust the strength o

−−＋−−Use theSUBWOOFER mode to adjust thestrength of the sound from thesubwoofer speaker. Turn the PWR/VOL knob to the desired level ( 6to 6). Even if

ChangethehourbypressingtheH(preset 4) side of the preset bar untilthe numbers advance to the desiredtime. Change the minute by pressingthe M (preset 5

This dial consists of an upper part(selector) and a lower part (dial).Turning the dial left or right to selector scroll through a list or item(s) onth

On RDX with Technology Package modelTo Play the AM/FM RadioAudio System190U.S. model is shown.RADIO BANDSCAN INDICATORSTEREOINDICATORA.SEL INDICATORPR

CONTINUEDAudio SystemFeatures191U.S. model is shown.SCAN BUTTONAUDIO BUTTONPRESET BUTTONSTUNE/FOLDER BARAM/FM BUTTONPWR/VOL KNOBSEEK/SKIP BARINTERFACE

−To tune with the interface dial, pressthe AUDIO button to view the audiocontrol display, then push theselector down, and turn the dial toTUNE. Then p

−−The SEEK functionsearches up and down from thecurrent frequency to find a stationwith a strong signal. To activate it,press the or side of theSEEK/S

−−Each preset button/iconcan store one frequency on AM andtwo frequencies on FM. To view thepreset icons on the audio controldisplay, push the AUDIO b

−To activate AUTO SELECT, pressthe AUDIO button to view the audiocontrol display. Push the interfaceselector down to scroll down thedisplay, turn the

California Proposition 65 WarningThis product contains or emits chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birthdefects or other r

This could causevery serious injuries in a crash.If a seat belt does not seem to workproperly, it may not protect theoccupant in a crash.Using a seatb

On RDX with Technology Package modelAudio SystemOperating the CD Changer196Normal mode MP3/WMA modeSCAN INDICATORFOLDER NUMBERWMA MODE INDICATORMP3 MO

CONTINUEDAudio SystemFeatures197INTERFACE DIALAUDIO BUTTONLOAD BUTTONSCAN BUTTONDISP/MODE BUTTONEJECT BUTTONTUNE/FOLDER BARDISC/AUX BUTTONDISC LOAD IN

Your vehicle’s audio system has anin-dash disc changer with the samecontrols used for the radio. Tooperate the disc changer, the ignitionswitch must b

To load multiple discs in oneoperation:Press and hold the LOAD buttonon the changer unit until you heara beep. You will see ‘‘BUSY’’ onthe upper displ

You can load a CD into an emptyposition while a CD is playing. Pressthe AUDIO button to view the audiocontrol display. Select the emptyposition (‘‘No

−When playing a CD (CD-DA), theaudio control display shows discnumber, album name, track number,and elapsed time. When playing aCD without this inform

The CD changer can also play CD-RsandCD-RWscompressedinMP3and WMA format. When playing adisc in MP3 or WMA, you will see‘‘MP3’’ or ‘‘WMA’’ on the uppe

−While a disc is playing you can usethe SEEK/SKIP bar to selectpassages and change tracks (files inMP3/WMA mode).In MP3/WMA mode, use theTUNE/FOLDER b

−To select a track, rotate the interfacedial or push up and down theselector on the interface dial. Thenpress ENTER on the selector toenter your selec

− −This feature, whenactivated, continuously replays thecurrent track (file in MP3/WMAmode). To activate it, press theAUDIO button to view the display

If you are pregnant, the best way toprotect yourself and your unbornchild when driving or riding in avehicle is to always wear a seat belt,and keep th

−−You will see ‘‘FOLDER REPEAT’’ onthe audio control display. To turn offthis feature, select folder repeat,then press ENTER again.This feature,when a

−−In MP3/WMA modeThe folder scanfunction samples the first file of eachfolder in the current disc in the orderthey are compressed in MP3/WMA.To activa

−If you don’t, the system advances tothe next disc, plays about 10 secondsof it, and continues through the restofthediscsthesameway.Whenthesystem fini

−In MP3/WMA modeThisfeature plays the files within a folderin random order, rather than in theorder they are compressed in MP3/WMA. To activate folder

If you turn the system off while a CDis playing, either with the PWR/VOLknob or by turning off the ignitionswitch, the disc will stay in the drive.Whe

CONTINUEDOn RDX with Technology Package model onlyXM Satellite RadioAudio SystemFeatures211XM BANDCATEGORY MODE INDICATORPRESETNUMBERCHANNEL NUMBERU.S

Audio System212AUDIO BUTTONTUNE/FOLDER BARPRESET BUTTONSDISP/MODE BUTTONPWR/VOL KNOBSEEK/SKIP(CATEGORY) BARSCAN BUTTONINTERFACE DIALXM BUTTONU.S. mode

−−XM Satellite Radio receives signalsfrom two satellites to produce clear,high-quality digital reception. Itoffers many channels in severalcategories.

−−You can also change channelselections on the audio controldisplay. Press the AUDIO button toview the display, then push down theselector on the inte

− −The scan function givesyou a sampling of all channels whilein the channel mode. In the categorymode, only the channels within thatcategory are scan

If they do, theycould be very seriously injured in acrash.A passenger who is notwearing a seat belt during a crashor emergency stop can be thrownagain

Pick a preset number for thechannel you want to store. Pressand hold the appropriate buttonuntil you hear a beep.To store the channel on a preseticon,

CONTINUEDBASS, TREBLE, BALANCE, andFADER are each adjustable. You canalso adjust the strength of the soundcoming from the center andsubwoofer speakers

−−＋The current setting is also shown onthe upper display.The system will automatically returnthe display to the selected audiomode about 5 seconds aft

−−−＋−−Thesemodes adjust the strength of thesound coming from each speaker.Fader adjusts the front-to-backstrength, while balance adjusts theside-to-si

− The SVCmode controls the volume based onvehicle speed. The faster you go, thelouder the audio volume becomes.As you slow down, the audio volumedecre

The radio can receive the completeAM and FM bands.Those bands cover these frequen-cies:AM band: 530 to 1,710 kHzFM band: 87.7 to 107.9 MHzHow well the

Radio signals, especially on the FMband, are deflected by large objectssuch as buildings and hills. Yourradio then receives both the directsignal from

When a CD is not being played, storeit in its case to protect it from dustand other contamination. To preventwarpage, keep CDs out of directsunlight a

The in-dash disc player/changer hasa sophisticated and delicatemechanism. If you insert a damageddisc as indicated in this section, itmaybecomestuckin

Small, irregular shaped discs Discs with scratches, dirty discsCD-R or CD-RW may not play dueto the recording conditions.Scratches and fingerprints on

Your seat belt system includes lap/shoulder belts in all five seatingpositions. The front seat belts arealso equipped with automatic seatbelt tensione

If you see an error message in thedisplay while playing a CD, find thecause in the chart to the right. If youcannot clear the error message, takethe v

Thechartontherightexplainstheerror messages you may see in thedisplay while playing a disc.If you see an error message in thedisplay while playing a d

Satellite radio receives signals fromtwo satellites to produce clear, high-quality digital reception. It offersmany channels in several categories.Alo

Depending on where you drive, youmay experience reception problems.Interference can be caused by any ofthese conditions:Driving on the north side of a

＋−＋−▲▼Three controls for the audio systemare mounted in the steering wheelhub. They let you control basicfunctions without removing yourhand from the

＋−＋−＋−＋−If you are playing CD, the systemskips to the beginning of the nexttrack (file in MP3/WMA mode)each time you press the top ( ) ofthe CH button

Your vehicle’s audio system willdisable itself if it is disconnectedfrom electrical power for any reason.To make it work again, you mustenter a specif

The security system automaticallysets 15 seconds after you lock thedoors, hood, and the tailgate. For thesystem to activate, you must lock thedoorsand

Cruise control allows you to maintainasetspeedabove25mph(40km/h)without keeping your foot on theaccelerator pedal. It should be usedfor cruising on st

You can increase the set cruisingspeed in any of these ways:Press and hold the RES/ACCELbutton. When you reach thedesired cruising speed, release theb

All seat belts have an emergencylocking retractor. In normal driving,the retractor lets you move freely inyour seat while it keeps sometension on the

You can cancel cruise control in anyof these ways:Tap the brake pedal.Push the CANCEL button on thesteering wheel.Push the CRUISE button on thesteerin

AcuraLink enhances your ownershipexperience by providing a directcommunication link between yourvehicleandtheAcuraServer.Working through the XM radios

Unread messages have a closedenvelope icon next to them. The icondisappears when it has already beenread.Only diagnostic infomessages overlay the scre

Diagnostic info and recall/campaign messages can only bedeleted by your dealer.To delete a single message:Press the INFO button to bring upthe Informa

−−−−−−To set your AcuraLink preferences(thetypesofmessagesyouwanttoreceive, if any), visit the Owner Linkwebsite atwww.owners.acura.com,and choose wha

−−−− Selectthis button to begin the processrequired to connect to Acura. This isused to access the most recentdiagnostic information when aproblem occ

−There are six message categories inAcuraLink: Quick Tips, FeatureGuides, Maintenance Minders,Recalls/Campaigns, Diagnostic Info,and Dealer Appointmen

These messages provide detailedinformation about the serviceneeded for your vehicle. When amaintenance message appears onthe multi-information display

If an instrument panel indicator stayson when it should go off, or amessage appears on the multi-information display, AcuraLink canidentify the proble

You will see information from theonboard troubleshooting database.You can then use message options tocall your dealer for an appointment,to find the n

The tensioners can also be activatedduring a collision in which the frontairbags . In this case, theairbags would not be needed, but theadditional res

When you select the Diagnostic Infooption, if the HFL is connected to acellular data service, AcuraLinkgathers more information about theproblem, and

×The HomeLinkUniversalTransceiver built into your vehiclecanbeprogrammedtooperateuptothree remote controlled devicesaround your home, such as garagedo

− If you justreceived your vehicle and have nottrained any of the buttons inHomeLink before, you should eraseany previously learned codes beforetraini

Find the ‘‘learn’’ button on yourgarage door opener unit. Thelocation will vary, depending onthe manufacturer.Pressthelearnbuttononthegarage door open

If you want to retrain a programmedbutton for a new device, you do nothave to erase all button memory.You can replace the existing memorycode using th

If you have problems with trainingthe HomeLink Universal Transceiver,or would like information on homeproducts that can be operated byHomeLink, call (

Bluetooth is a registered trademarkof Bluetooth SIG, Inc.Bluetooth is the wireless technologythat links your phone to the HFL.TheHFLusesaClass2Bluetoo

Here is the function of each HFLbutton:HFLTalk:Thisbuttonisusedbeforeyou give a command, to answerincoming calls, and to confirmsystem information.HFL

＊＊＊−−−−−＊Signal Strength Indicates thenetwork signal strength of thecurrent phone. Five bars equalsfull strength.ROAM Status Indicates yourphone is ro

TheHFLisoperatedbytheHFLTalk and Back buttons on the leftside of the steering wheel. The nextfew pages provide instructions for allbasic features of t

For safety, you should check thecondition of your seat belts regularly.The dealer should also inspect theanchors for damage and replacethem if needed.

To go back one step in a commandprocess, say, ‘‘Go back,’’ or pressthe Back button.When you finish a commandsequence, the HFL goes back toits main men

Press and release the Talk button.If you say ‘‘Yes’’ after the beep, theHFL system response is, ‘‘Wouldyou like the notification to be aring tone or a

Press and release the Talk button.After the beep, say the four-digitcode you want to use. For example,say‘‘1,2,3,4.’’TheHFLresponseis,‘‘1,2,3,4.Isthis

To rename a paired phone, do this: To delete a paired phone, do this:Press and release the Talk button.After the beep, say ‘‘Phone setup.’’The HFL res

To list all paired phones, do this: To find out the status of the phone beingused, do this:To change from the currently linkedphone to another paired

You can make calls using any phonenumber, or by using a name in theHFL phonebook. You can also redialthe last number called. During a call,theHFLallow

To make a call using a name in the HFLphonebook, do this:With your phone on and theignition in the ACCESSORY (I) orON (II) position, press and release

＃The HFL allows you to sendnumbers or names during a call. Thisis useful when you call a menu-driven phone system. You can alsoprogram account numbers

If you receive a call when you are noton the phone, the HFL interrupts theaudio system (if it is on), and playsthe incoming call notification, ifactiv

To add a name, do this:Press and release the Talk button.After the beep, say ‘‘Phonebook.’’The HFL response is ‘‘Phonebookoptions are store, edit, del

CONTINUEDAirbag System ComponentsAdditional Information About Your AirbagsDriver and Passenger Safety23(3)(14)(9)(9)(10)(1)(6)(4)(5)(17)(16)(8)(15)(16

Press and release the Talk button.After the beep, say the name youwould like to delete. For example,say ‘‘Eric.’’ The HFL response is‘‘Do you want to

To call a name from the phonebook list,do this:To clear the system, do this:Press and release the Talk button.After the beep, say ‘‘List.’’ TheHFL res

＜＞＜＞To change from French to English, dothis:To change from English to French, dothis:Press and release the Talk button.After the beep, say ‘‘ChangerL

＜＞＜＞The HFL says, for example, ‘‘Whatis the English name forTéléphone de Paul ?’’ Pressand release the Talk button. Afterthe beep, say ‘‘Paul’s phone.

Whenever you shift to reverse (R)with the ignition switch in the ON(II) position, the rear view is shownon the navigation system screen.For the best p

Before you begin driving yourvehicle, you should know whatgasoline to use and how to check thelevels of important fluids. You alsoneed to know how to

Help assure your vehicle’s futurereliability and performance by payingextra attention to how you driveduring the first 600 miles (1,000 km).During thi

CONTINUEDPark with the driver’s side closestto the service station pump.Some gasoline today is blended withoxygenates such as ethanol orMTBE. Your veh

If the fuel nozzle keeps clicking offeven though the tank is not full,there may be a problem with yourvehicle’s fuel vapor recoverysystem. The system

▲▼Turn the engine off, and confirm thefuel fill cap is installed. If it is, loosenit, then retighten it until it clicks atleast once. When you can res

Your airbag system includes:Two SRS (supplemental restraintsystem) front airbags. The driver’sairbag is stored in the center ofthe steering wheel; the

Holding the grip, pull the supportrod out of its clip. Insert the endinto the designated hole in thehood.To close the hood, lift it up slightly toremo

Make sure the ‘‘UP’’ mark on theloop is facing up when you insertthe dipstick.Remove the dipstick again, andcheck the level. It should bebetween the u

−−−−Fuel economy is not a fixed number.It varies based on driving conditions,driving habits and vehicle condition.Therefore, it is not possible for on

−−−−−−−Aggressive driving (hardacceleration and braking)Excessive idling, accelerating andbraking in stop-and-go trafficCold engine operation (engines

−−Fill the fuel tank until the nozzle automatically clicks off.Reset trip counter to zero.Record the total gallons (liters) needed to refill.Follow on

Modifying your vehicle, or installingsome non-Acura accessories, canmake your vehicle unsafe. Beforeyou make any modifications or addanyaccessories,be

Removing parts from your vehicle,or replacing components with non-Acura components could seriouslyaffect your vehicle’s handling,stability, and reliab

Your vehicle has several convenientstorage areas:However, carrying too much cargo,or improperly storing it, can affectyour vehicle’s handling, stabili

−×−Locate the statement ‘‘Thecombined weight of occupants andcargo should never exceed XXXkg or XXX lbs.’’ on your vehicle’splacard.Determine the comb

Determine the combined weightof luggage and cargo being loadedon the vehicle. That weight maynot safely exceed the availablecargo and luggage load cap

An indicator on the instrumentpanel that alerts you to a possibleproblem with your airbags,sensors, or seat belt tensioners(see page ).An indicator on

Store or secure all items that couldbe thrown around and hurtsomeone during a crash.Keep the glove box closed whiledriving. If it is open, a passenger

To secure the cargo, you can use thefour cargo hooks on the cargo area.The illustration shows the location ofeach cargo hook.The cargo net can be used

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This section gives you tips onstarting the engine under variousconditions, and how to operate theautomatic transmission. It alsoincludes important inf

Because your vehicle rides higheroff the ground, it has a high centerof gravity that can cause it to rollover if you make abrupt turns. Utilityvehicle

Check the seat adjustment (seepage ).Check the adjustment of theinside and outside mirrors (seepage ).Check the steering wheeladjustment (see page ).F

Apply the parking brake.In cold weather, turn off allelectrical accessories to reducethe drain on the battery.Make sure the shift lever is inPark. Pre

These indicators on the instrumentpanel show which position the shiftlever is in.The ‘‘D’’ indicator comes on for afew seconds when you turn theigniti

−−−If you have done all of the above andstill cannot move the lever out ofPark, see onpage .This position mechani-cally locks the transmission. UsePar

−−Use this position foryour normal driving. The transmis-sion automatically adjusts to keepthe engine at the best speed for thedriving conditions.To s

−−−−−−Your safety, and the safety of others,is very important. And operating thisvehicle safely is an importantresponsibility.To help you make informe

Your front airbags are dual-stageairbags. This means they have twoinflation stages that can be ignitedsequentially or simultaneously,depending on cras

This allows you to move the shiftlever out of Park if the normalmethod of pushing on the brakepedal and pressing the releasebutton does not work.Set t

＋−＋−CONTINUEDEach time you pull the (right), thetransmission shifts to a higher gear.Pull the (left) to downshift. Youwill see the selected gear numbe

The transmission downshifts to firstgear and returns to drive mode (D)when the vehicle comes to acomplete stop and the vehicle speedis about 6 mph (10

＋−When you move the shift lever from‘‘D’’ to ‘‘S’’ position and pull eitherpaddle shifter, the gear positionindicator displays on ‘‘M’’ along withthe

→→→→→→→→Downshifting with the paddle shifterallows you to increase the enginebraking when going down steep orlong hills, and provides more powerwhen c

＋CONTINUEDWhen you are in sequential shiftmode, and the vehicle is stopped,pull the (right) paddle shifter toshift to second gear. You will see ‘‘M2’’

Your vehicle still has normal front-wheel drive with vehicle stabilityassist (VSA), but does not have theadvantages of SH-AWD. Have yourvehicle checke

Always use the parking brake whenyou park your vehicle. Make surethe parking brake is set firmly, oryour vehicle may roll if it is parkedon an incline

Your vehicle is equipped with discbrakes at all four wheels. A powerassist using negative pressuregenerated by the engine and theelectric vacuum pump

The anti-lock brake system (ABS)helpspreventthewheelsfromlocking up, and helps you retainsteering control by pumping thebrakes rapidly, much faster th

The driver’s advanced front airbagsystem includes a seat positionsensor under the seat. If the seat istoo far forward, the airbag willinflate with les

If the ABS indicator and the brakesystem indicator come on together,and the parking brake is fullyreleased, the EBD system may alsobe shut down.It onl

Your vehicle is equipped with a tirepressure monitoring system (TPMS)that turns on every time you start theengine and monitors the pressure inyour tir

Although your tire pressure ismonitored, you must manually checkthetirepressuresmonthly.Each tire, including the spare, shouldbe checked monthly when

CONTINUEDTo see the inflation pressures of allfour tires, press the SEL/RESETbutton. The display changes asshown above.Each tire pressure is shown in

If there is a problem with the TPMS,thetirepressuremonitorshowsa‘‘SYSTEM FUNCTION ERROR’’message and the tire pressurereadings are not displayed. If t

As required by the FCC:This device complies with Part 15 of theFCC rules. Operation is subject to thefollowing two conditions: (1) This devicemay not

The vehicle stability assist (VSA)system helps to stabilize the vehicleduring cornering if the vehicle turnsmore or less than desired. It alsoassists

This switch is under the driver’s sidevent. To turn the VSA system on andoff, press and hold it until you hear abeep.When VSA is off, the VSA activati

Your vehicle has been designedprimarily to carry passengers andtheir cargo. You can also use it totow a trailer if you carefully observethe load limit

−−−To achieve a proper tongue load,start by loading 60 % of the loadtoward the front of the trailer and40 % toward the rear, then re-adjustthe load as

Be aware that objects placed on thepassenger’s seat can also cause theairbag to be turned off.When the airbag is turned off, a‘‘passenger airbag off’’

Trailer lights and equipment mustcomply with federal, state/province,and local regulations. Check withyour local trailer sales or rentalagencies for t

Many states and Canadian provincesrequire special outside mirrors whentowing a trailer. Even if they don’t,you should install special mirrors ifyou ca

The lights and brakes on yourvehicle and the trailer are workingproperly.When preparing to tow, and beforedriving away, be sure to check thefollowing:

When driving down hills, reduceyour speed, and shift down to Sthe lower gear (3, 2 or 1)in the Snot ‘‘ride’’ the brakes, and remember,it will take lon

If you must stop when facing uphill,use the foot brake or parking brake.Do not try to hold the vehicle inplacebypressingontheaccelerator,as this can c

To avoid loss of control or rollover,be sure to follow all precautions andrecommendations.Wherever you drive, make sureyou and your passengers alwaysw

Before you leave the pavement, besure to do all scheduled maintenanceand service, and inspect your vehiclefor any problems. Pay specialattention to th

Avoid driving through deep water. Ifyou encounter water in your route (asmall stream or large puddle, forexample), evaluate it carefully beforegoing a

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This section explains why it isimportant to keep your vehicle wellmaintained and how to follow basicmaintenance safety precautions.This section also i

Only one airbag will deploy during aside impact. If the impact is on thepassenger’s side, the passenger’sside airbag will deploy even if thereis no pa

All service items not detailed in thissection should be performed by acertified technician or other qualifiedmechanic.To eliminate potential hazards,

−−−−−−−−−−−−▲▼One of the most convenient andimportant features of the multi-information display on your vehicleis the maintenance minder.Based on engi

−When the remaining engine oil life is15 to 6 percent, the multi-informationdisplay shows a ‘‘SERVICE DUESOON’’ message along with themaintenance sche

▼▲▼▲−If the indicated maintenance serviceis not done and the remaining engineoil life reaches 0%, the multi-information display will show themessage ‘

▼▲▼▲If the indicated required service isnot done and the remaining engineoil life becomes 0%, the multi-information display will show a‘‘SERVICE PAST

Press and hold the SEL/RESETbutton on the steering wheel formore than 10 seconds. Theremaining engine oil life resetmode will be shown on the multi-in

▲▼Select ‘‘RESET’’ by pressing theINFO ( / ) button, then pressthe SEL/RESET button to resetthe engine oil life display. Themaintenance item code(s) w

−−−−−−＃U.S. Vehicles:Youshouldcheckthefollowingitems at the specified intervals. Ifyou are unsure of how to performany check, turn to the appropriatep

＊＊＃＃＃＊Maintenance Minder334:Maintenance Main ItemsReplace engine oilReplace engine oil and oil filterInspect front and rear brakesCheck parking brake

Fluid LocationsMaintenance335AUTOMATICTRANSMISSIONFLUID DIPSTICK(Yellow loop)BRAKE FLUID(Black cap)ENGINE OILDIPSTICK(Orange loop)ENGINE OILFILL CAPWA

To get the best protection from theside curtain airbags, occupantsshould wear their seat belts and situpright and well back in their seats.If the impa

Reinstall the engine oil fill cap, andtighten it securely. Wait a fewminutes, and recheck the oil level onthe engine oil dipstick. Do not fillabove th

The oil viscosity or weight isprovided on the container’s label.5W-30 oil is formulated for year-round protection of your vehicle toimprove cold weath

Run the engine until it reachesnormal operating temperature,then shut it off.Open the hood, and remove theengine oil fill cap. Remove the oildrain bol

Put a new washer on the drain bolt,then reinstall the drain bolt.Tighten the drain bolt to:Refill the engine with the recom-mended oil.Engine oil chan

If Honda antifreeze/coolant is notavailable, you may use anothermajor-brand non-silicate coolant as atemporaryreplacement.Makesureitis a high-quality

The coolant level should be up tothe base of the filler neck. Addcoolant if it is low.Do not add any rust inhibitors orother additives to your vehicle

Check the fluid level in thewindshield washer reservoir at leastmonthly during normal use.To check thewindshield washer fluid level, openthe hood and

CONTINUEDRemove the dipstick (yellow loop)from the transmission, and wipe itwith a clean cloth.The transmission should be drainedand refilled with new

Always use Honda ATF-Z1(automatic transmission fluid).Insert the dipstick all the way backinto the transmission securely asshown in the illustration.I

Always use Honda Heavy DutyBrake Fluid DOT 3. If it is notavailable, you should use only DOT 3or DOT 4 fluid, from a sealedcontainer, as a temporaryre

The SRS indicator alertsyou to a potential problemwith your airbags or seat belttensioners.If the indicator comes on orflashesonandoffwhileyoudrive.If

Check the level on the side of thereservoir when the engine is cold.The fluid should be between theUPPER LEVEL and LOWER LEVEL.If not, add power steer

Theheadlightswereproperlyaimedwhen your vehicle was new. If youregularly carry heavy items in thecargo area or pull a trailer,readjustment may be requ

Test the lights to make sure thenew bulb is working.Insert the socket back into theheadlight assembly. Turn itclockwise to lock it in place.Install th

Remove the socket by turning itone-quarter turn counterclockwise.Pull the bulb straight out of itssocket. Push the new bulb straightinto the socket un

Determine which of the threebulbs is burned out: brake/taillight, turn signal or rear sidemarker.Remove the socket by turning itone-quarter turn count

CONTINUEDUse a Phillips-head screwdriver toremove the screw and use a flat-tipped screwdriver to remove theholding clip located under thefront bumper.

Remove the two screw covers onthe light assembly by prying onthe side edge with a flat-tipscrewdriver.Remove the screws with a Phillips-head screwdriv

Each outside mirror has side turnsignal lights. The lights should bereplaced by your dealer.The license plate has two lightsabove it. The bulbs should

If your seat belts get dirty, use a softbrush with a mixture of mild soapand warm water to clean them. Donot use bleach, dye, or cleaningsolvents. Let

Your vehicle is equipped with aintercooler on the engine to cool theair flow from a turbo charger intothe engine. The intercooler fins bendeasily. Do

This indicator alerts you that thepassenger’s front airbag has beenshut off because weight sensorsdetect about 65 lbs (29 kg) or less(the weight of an

To replace a front wiper blade: Disconnect the blade assemblyfrom the wiper arm:Raise each wiper arm off thewindshield, lifting the driver’s sidefirst

←←←CONTINUEDExamine the new wiper blades. Ifthey have no plastic or metalreinforcement along the backedge, remove the metalreinforcement strips from t

Slide the wiper blade assemblyonto the wiper arm. Make sure itlocks in place.Make sure the blade is completelyinstalled and that its edge is notbunche

Examine the new wiper blades. Ifthey have no plastic or metalreinforcement along the backedge, remove the metalreinforcement strips from the oldwiper

To safely operate your vehicle, yourtires must be the proper type andsize, in good condition with adequatetread, and correctly inflated.The following

If you check air pressures when thetires are hot [driven for several miles(kilometers)], you will see readings 4to6psi(30to40kPa,0.3to0.4kgf/cm ) high

In addition to proper inflation,correct wheel alignment helps todecrease tire wear. If you find a tireis worn unevenly, have your dealercheck the whee

Replace your tires with radial tires ofthe same size, load range, speedrating, and maximum cold tirepressure rating (as shown on thetire’s sidewall).M

＋Tires marked ‘‘M S’’ or ‘‘AllSeason’’ on the sidewall have an all-weather tread design suitable formost winter driving conditions.For the best perfor

When installing cables, follow themanufacturer’s instructions, andmount them as tight as you can.Make sure they are not contactingthe brake lines or s

Take your vehicle to anauthorized dealer as soon aspossible. If you ignore thisindication, your airbags may notoperate properly.Any airbagthat has dep

−Check the condition of the batterymonthlybylookingatthetestindicator window. The label on thebattery explains the test indicator’scolors.If you need

The navigation system will alsodisableitself.Thenexttimeyouturnon the ignition switch, the systemwill require you to enter a PINbefore it can be used.

Fill the fuel tank.Block the rear wheels.If the vehicle is to be stored for alonger period, it should besupported on jackstands so thetires are off th

This section covers the morecommon problems that motoristsexperience with their vehicles. Itgives you information about how tosafely evaluate the prob

Use the compact spare tire as atemporary replacement only. Getyour regular tire repaired or replaced,and put it back on your vehicle assoon as you can

If you have a flat tire while driving,stop in a safe place to change it.Drive slowly along the shoulder untilyou get to an exit or an area that isfar

Loosen the five wheel nuts 1/2turn with the wheel nut wrench.Placethejackunderthejackingpoint nearest the tire you need tochange. Turn the end bracket

CONTINUEDUse the extension and the wheelnut wrench as shown to raise thevehicle until the flat tire is off theground.Remove the wheel nuts, thenremove

Tighten the wheel nuts securely inthe same crisscross pattern. Havethe wheel nut torque checked atthe nearest automotive servicefacility.Tighten the w

Diagnosing why the engine won’tstart falls into two areas, dependingon what you hear when you turn theignition switch to the START (III)position:When

Together, airbags andseat belts provide the bestprotection.Tampering could causethe airbags to deploy, possiblycausing very serious injury.If water or

Are you using a properly codedkey? An improperly coded key willcause the immobilizer systemindicator in the instrument panelto blink rapidly (see page

Although this seems like a simpleprocedure, you should take severalprecautions.Open the hood, and check thephysical condition of the battery.In very c

＋＋−Connect one jumper cable to thepositive ( ) terminal on yourbattery. Connect the other end tothe positive ( ) terminal on thebooster battery.If the

CONTINUEDIf the temperature gauge readingstays at the H (Hot) mark, turn offthe engine.If you do not see steam or spray,leave the engine running andwa

Look for any obvious coolant leaks,such as a split radiator hose.Everything is still extremely hot,so use caution. If you find a leak, itmust be repai

Let the vehicle sit for a minute.Open the hood, and check the oillevel (see page ). An enginevery low on oil can lose pressureduring cornering and oth

If the indicator comes onwhile driving, it means oneof the engine’s emissions controlsystems may have a problem. Eventhough you may feel no difference

The brake system indicator (red)normallycomesonwhenyouturnthe ignition switch to the ON (II)position, and as a reminder to checkthe parking brake. It

Your vehicle has an electric vacuumpump located in the enginecompartment. It enhances theeffectiveness of your vehicle’s brakesystem more frequently w

The vehicle’s fuses are contained inthreefuseboxes.The primary under-hood fuse box isin the engine compartment on thedriver’s side. To open it, push t

−−−Children depend on adults to protectthem. However, despite their bestintentions, many adults do not knowhow to protect childpassengers.If you have

Turn the ignition switch to theLOCK (0) position. Make sure theheadlights and all otheraccessories are off.Remove the cover from the fusebox.Check eac

CONTINUEDIf you cannot drive the vehiclewithout fixing the problem, and youdo not have a spare fuse, take a fuseof the same rating or a lower ratingfr

If the replacement fuse of thesame rating blows in a short time,there is probably a seriouselectrical problem in your vehicle.Leave the blown fuse in

＋−−−−No. No. Circuits ProtectedNo. Circuits ProtectedCircuits ProtectedAmps. Amps.Amps.123456789101112131415RR WiperOPDSMeterSRSRight Headlight HighLe

−−No. No.No. Circuits ProtectedCircuits Protected Circuits ProtectedAmps.Amps.Amps.12345678910111213141516171819202122231 Electric Vacuum PumpMain Fus

The operator will loadyour vehicle on the back of a truck.Any other method of towing willdamage the drive system. When youcontact the towing agency, i

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−Thediagramsinthissectiongiveyou the dimensions and capacities ofyour vehicle and the locations of theidentification numbers. It alsoincludes informat

Your vehicle has several identifyingnumbers located in various places.The vehicle identification number(VIN) is the 17-digit number yourdealer uses to

The transmission number is on alabel on top of the transmission.The engine number is stamped intothe front of the engine block.Identification NumbersT

These advantages come at some cost. Because your vehicle is taller and rides higher off the ground, it has a highcenter of gravity. This means your ve

−If the vehicle seat istoo far forward, or the child’s head isthrown forward during a collision, aninflating front airbag can strike thechild with eno

＊＊＊＊Specifications396DimensionsWeightsEngineSeating CapacitiesCapacitiesLengthWidthHeightWheelbaseTrack65.2 in (1,655 mm)104.3 in (2,650 mm)61.9 in (1

−−−−−＊−−−−−−−−−−−−−−−−＊SpecificationsTechnical Information397Air ConditioningBatteryFusesAlignmentTiresLightsHFC-134a (R-134a)15.8 17.6 oz (450 500 g)

The tires on your vehicle meet allU.S. Federal Safety Requirements.All tires are also graded fortreadwear, traction, and temperatureperformance accord

Warning: The temperature grade forthis tire is established for a tire thatis properly inflated and notoverloaded. Excessive speed,underinflation, or e

−−−−−−−−−−−The tires that came on your vehiclehave a number of markings. Thoseyou should be aware of are describedbelow.The tire identification number

−−−CONTINUEDAs an added safety feature, yourvehicle has been equipped with a tirepressure monitoring system (TPMS)that illuminates a low tire pressure

−Your vehicle has also been equippedwith a TPMS malfunction indicatorto indicate when the system is notoperating properly. The TPMSmalfunction indicat

＊＊The United States Clean Air Actsets standards for automobileemissions. It also requires thatautomobile manufacturers explain toowners how their emis

The emissions control systems arecovered by warranties separate fromthe rest of your vehicle. Read yourwarranty manual for more informa-tion.The exhau

Always use unleaded gasoline.Even a small amount of leadedgasoline can contaminate thecatalyst metals, making the threeway catalytic converter ineffec

−To remind you of the passenger’sfront airbag hazards, and thatchildren must be properly restrainedin a back seat, your vehicle haswarninglabelsonthed

If you take your vehicle for anemissions test shortly after thebattery has been disconnected orgone dead, it may not pass the test.This is because of

Select a nearby lightly traveledmajor highway where you canmaintain a speed of 50 to 60 mphfor at least 20 minutes. Drive onthe highway in D. Do not u

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...Client Service Information . 410...Warranty Coverages . 411Reporting Safety Defects...(U.S. Vehicles

U.S. Owners:Canadian Owners: When you call or write, please giveus this information:Vehicle Identification Number(see page )Name and address of the de

−−−−−−−−−Your new vehicle is covered by thesewarranties:provides proratedcoverage for a replacement batterypurchased from your dealer.covers your new

If NHTSA receives similar com-plaints, it may open an investigation,and if it finds that a safety defectexists in a group of vehicles, it mayorder a r

The publications shown below can be purchased from HelmIncorporated. You can order by phone or online:Call Helm Inc. at 1-800-782-4356 (credit card or

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CONTINUED...Accessories . 281ACCESSORY (Ignition Key...Position) . 122...A

−Many parents say they prefer to putan infant or a small child in the frontpassenger seat so they can watch thechild, or because the child requiresatt

Bulb Replacement...Back-up Lights . 349...Brake Lights . 350...Fog Lig

＊ ＊CONTINUED...Cruise Main Indicator . 67...Cup Holders . 154...Customized Settin

...Fan, Interior . 162...Features . 159...Filling the Fuel Tank

CONTINUEDGaugesEngine Coolant...Temperature . 73, 76...Fuel . 71...

Keyless Lock...Acknowledgement . 105...Keyless Memory Settings . 130...Keys . 11

...Minder Indicator . 73, 75Owner’s Maintenance...Checks . 333...

＊＊...Protecting Children . 35...Protecting Infants . 40...Protecting Larger Children . 52...Protect

CONTINUED...Service Station Procedures . 273...Setting the Clock . 188SH-AWD (Super Handling-All...

＊＊＊＊−Unexpected, Taking Care...of the . 369..Uniform Tire Quality Grading . 398...Unleaded

＊＊Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA)...System . 312...Indicators . 66, 67, 312...

−If a child wraps a looseseat belt around their neck, theycan be seriously or fatally injured.(See pages and for how toactivate and deactivate thelock

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Service Information SummaryGasoline:Fuel Tank Capacity:Required Engine Oil;Power Steering Fluid:Brake Fluid:Tire Pressure (measured cold):SpareTirePre

This owner’s manual should be considereda permanent part of the vehicle and shouldremain with the vehicle when it is sold.This owner’s manual covers a

An infant must be properlyrestrained in a rear-facing, recliningchild seat until the child reaches theseat maker’s weight or height limitfor the seat,

In any of these situations, westrongly recommend that you installthe child seat directly behind thefront passenger’s seat, move the seatas far forward

We strongly recommend placing aforward-facing child seat in a backseat, not the front.If the vehicle seat is toofar forward, or the child’s head isthr

When buying a child seat, you needto choose either a conventional childseat, or one designed for use withthe lower anchors and tethers forchildren (LA

After selecting a proper child seatand a good place to install the seat,there are three main steps ininstalling the seat:All child seats must besecure

Your vehicle is equipped withLATCH (lower anchors and tethersfor children) at the rear seats tosecure a child seat in any seatingposition: one in each

2008 RDX Online Reference Owner's Manual Contents Owner's Identification Form Introduction ...

Whatever type you have, followthe child seat maker’s instructionsfor adjusting or tightening the fit.Remove the cargo area cover, andplace it on the c

Attach the tether strap hook to thetether anchor, then tighten thestrap as instructed by the childseat maker.Push and pull the child seatforward and f

If you want to install two child seatsin the back seats, place each childseat in the outer seat, as shown inthe above illustration.Do not attach two c

When not using the LATCH system,all child seats must be secured to thevehicle with the lap part of a lap/shoulder belt.With the child seat in the desi

After confirming that the belt islocked, grab the shoulder part ofthe belt near the buckle, and pullup to remove any slack from thelap part of the bel

Tighten the strap according to theseat maker’s instructions.Attach the tether strap hook to theanchor, making sure the tetherstrap is not twisted.Remo

When a child reaches therecommended weight or height limitfor a forward-facing child seat, thechild should sit in a back seat on abooster seat and wea

CONTINUEDDoes the shoulder belt crossbetween the child’s neck and arm?Is the lap part of the belt as low aspossible, touching the child’sthighs?Will t

If a child who uses a booster seatmust ride in front, move the vehicleseat as far back as possible and besure the child is wearing the seatbelt proper

If you decide that a child can safelyride up front, be sure to:Carefully read the owner’s manual,and make sure you understand allseat belt instruction

A convenient reference to thesections in this manual.A quick reference to the maincontrols in your vehicle.Explains the purpose of eachinstrument pane

Your vehicle’s exhaust containscarbon monoxide gas. Carbonmonoxide should not enter thevehicle in normal driving if youmaintain your vehicle properly

These labels are in the locationsshown. They warn you of potentialhazards that could cause seriousinjury or death. Read these labelscarefully.If a lab

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This section gives information aboutthe controls and displays thatcontribute to the daily operation ofyour vehicle. All the essentialcontrols are with

＊＊＊＊＊＊Front Ceiling Light SwitchMoonroof SwitchHomeLink Buttons1: On RDX model only2:3:On RDX Technology Package model only(P.274)(P.142)(P.149)Contro

The U.S. instrument panel is shown. Differences for the Canadian models are noted in the text.Instrument PanelInstruments and Controls61ANTI-LOCK BRAK

The instrument panel has manyindicators that give you importantinformation about your vehicle.If your front passenger does notfasten their seat belt,

This indicator monitors thetemperature of the automatictransmission fluid. If it comes onwhile driving, it means thetransmission fluid temperature is

This indicator comes on when youturn the ignition switch to the ON(II) position. If it comes on at anyother time, it indicates that thepassenger’s sid

This indicator has two functions:The brake system indicator (amber)normally comes on for a few secondswhen you turn the ignition switch tothe ON (II)

＊＊＊＊＊＊Front Ceiling Light SwitchMoonroof Switch1: On RDX model onlyOn RDX with Technology Package model only3:2:(P.142)HomeLink Buttons(P.247)(P.149)Y

This indicator is in the fuel gauge. Itcomesonasareminderthatyoumust refuel soon. When the indicatorcomes on, there is about 2.5 US gal(9.5) of fuel r

Itcomesonasareminderthatyouhave turned off the vehiclestability assist (VSA) system.This indicator has three functions: This indicator comes on when y

This indicator comes on when thesecurity system is set. For moreinformation, see page .This indicator reminds you that theexterior lights are on. It c

If this indicator blinks while driving,it indicates the differentialtemperature is too high.You will also see a ‘‘CHECK TIREPRESSURE’’ message on the

This indicator comes on when thereis a system message on the multi-information display. Press the INFObutton on the steering wheel (seepage ) to see t

When the turbo charger is activated,this meter shows the boost pressure.This shows how much fuel you have.It may show slightly more or lessthan the ac

▲▼To change the display, press theSEL/RESET button or INFO ( /)buttononthesteeringwheelrepeatedly until the desiredinformation appears (see page ).You

▲▼Multi-Information DisplayInstruments and Controls73U.S. model is shown.: Press the INFO( / ) Button: Press the SEL/RESET ButtonIGNITION OFFIGNITION

The odometer shows the totaldistance your vehicle has beendriven. It measures miles in U.S.models and kilometers in Canadianmodels. It is illegal unde

This shows the estimated distanceyou can travel on the fuel remainingin the fuel tank. This distance isestimated from the fuel economyyou received ove

＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊To use the horn, press the center pad of the steering wheel.Refer to the navigation system manual.1:2 : On RDX model only3:4:On RDX with Te

This monitor shows how muchtorque is being delivered to eachwheel. For more information, seepage .You can see the pressure of each tirein this monitor

If there is a problem with yourvehicle, for example, the engine oillevel is low or a door is not fullyclosed, the multi-information displaywill show y

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▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼The system message(s) triggers theappropriate indicator(s) on theinstrument panel, including thesystem message indicator, to comeon. The syste

▲▼▲▼With the multi-information displayand the INFO ( / ) and SEL/RESET buttons on the right side ofthe steering wheel, you cancustomize some vehicle c

＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊−∼± ∼−∼± ∼＊CONTINUEDCustomize SetupDescriptionCustomize MenuCustomize Entry Customize Group PageENGLISHFRENCHSPANISH5°F 0°F 5°F3°C 0°C 3°CONOF

＊＊＊＊＊Customize SetupCustomize MenuCustomize Entry Customize Group Description PageDRIVER DOORALL DOORSONOFF30 sec60 sec90 secDRIVER’S DOORWITH SHIFT T

▲▼▲▼ ▲▼If you want to set the default settings,press the INFO ( / ) button toselect DEFAULT ALL, then pressthe SEL/RESET button.To enter the customizi

▲▼▲▼You can customize some of thevehicle control settings to yourpreference. Here are the settingsyou can customize:METER SETUPLIGHTING SETUPDOOR SETU

▲▼▲▼Multi-Information DisplayInstruments and Controls85: Press and hold theINFO ( / ) button(3 seconds): Press the SEL/RESETbutton or the Select/Reset

−This section gives you importantinformation about how to protectyourself and your passengers. Itshows you how to use seat beltsproperly. It explains

▲▼▲▼▲▼Here are the four custom settingsforthemetersetup:LANGUAGE SELECTIONADJUST OUTSIDE TEMP.DISPLAYTRIP A & AVG. FUEL RESETwith REFUELELAP. TIME

▲▼There are three language selectionsyou can make: English, French, andSpanish. To choose the language youwant, follow these instructions:While METER

▲▼To exit LANGUAGE SELECTIONwithout changing the current setting,select EXIT by pressing the INFO( / ) button, then press the SEL/RESET button. The sc

▲▼▲▼Press the SEL/RESET button. Thescreen changes as shown above. Thehighlighted number is the currentsetting above or below the outsidetemperature. P

▲▼To exit ADJUST OUTSIDE TEMP.DISPLAY without changing thecurrent setting, select EXIT bypressing the INFO ( / ) button,then press the SEL/RESET butto

▲▼▲▼While METER SETUP is shown inthe CUSTOMIZE GROUP of themulti-information display, press theSEL/RESET button. The screenchanges to CUSTOMIZE MENU.P

▲▼To exit TRIP A & AVG. FUELRESET with REFUEL withoutchanging the current setting, selectEXIT by pressing the INFO ( / )button, then press the SEL

▲▼−−▲▼−While METER SETUP is shown inthe CUSTOMIZE GROUP of themulti-information display, press theSEL/RESET button. The screenchanges to CUSTOMIZE MEN

▲▼When your choice is set, you will seethe above display for several seconds,then the screen goes back toCUSTOMIZE MENU.If your choice is not set, you

▲▼▲▼▲▼▲▼There are two settings in the lightingsetup:INTERIOR LIGHTDIMMING TIMEHEADLIGHT AUTO OFF TIMERWhile CUSTOMIZE GROUP isshown on the multi-infor