Owner's Manual
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...Index ...I Service Information Summary (fluid capacities and tire pressures) 1 00X31-STK-6310 © 2009 American Honda Motor Co., Inc. - 2010 RDX Online Reference Owner's Manual Contents Owner's Identification Form Your Vehicle at a Glance (main controls) ...3 Driver and Passenger Safety (seat belts...control, HomeLink®, and other convenience items) ...163 Before Driving (fuel, vehicle break-in, and cargo loading) ...351 Driving (engine and transmission operation) ...371 Maintenance (minders, fluid checking, minor services, and vehicle storage) ...409 Taking Care of the Unexpected (...
...Index ...I Service Information Summary (fluid capacities and tire pressures) 1 00X31-STK-6310 © 2009 American Honda Motor Co., Inc. - 2010 RDX Online Reference Owner's Manual Contents Owner's Identification Form Your Vehicle at a Glance (main controls) ...3 Driver and Passenger Safety (seat belts...control, HomeLink®, and other convenience items) ...163 Before Driving (fuel, vehicle break-in, and cargo loading) ...351 Driving (engine and transmission operation) ...371 Maintenance (minders, fluid checking, minor services, and vehicle storage) ...409 Taking Care of the Unexpected (...
Owner's Manual
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... you need when you pull up to check them . There is also a list of things to check and instructions on how to the fuel pump. 2 2010 RDX Before Driving What gasoline to use, how to breakin your vehicle's seat belts, an overview of the information you need to know if you need..., capacities, and technical information. and Canada only) A summary of the Unexpected This section covers several problems motorists sometimes experience, and details how to start the engine, shift the transmission, and park; Taking Care of the warranties covering your vehicle to tow a trailer.
... you need when you pull up to check them . There is also a list of things to check and instructions on how to the fuel pump. 2 2010 RDX Before Driving What gasoline to use, how to breakin your vehicle's seat belts, an overview of the information you need to know if you need..., capacities, and technical information. and Canada only) A summary of the Unexpected This section covers several problems motorists sometimes experience, and details how to start the engine, shift the transmission, and park; Taking Care of the warranties covering your vehicle to tow a trailer.
Owner's Manual
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... seem to take care of them. 6. See page 20 for additional information about your feet on the floor, until the vehicle is parked and the engine is greatly increased. For example, if an occupant slouches, lies down, turns sideways, sits forward, leans forward or sideways, or puts one should sit in.... Using a seat belt that is very important that they continue to sit upright, well back in the seat, with their feet on the floor. 17 2010 RDX No one or both feet up, the chance of injury during a crash. In addition, an occupant who is out of position in the front seat...
... seem to take care of them. 6. See page 20 for additional information about your feet on the floor, until the vehicle is parked and the engine is greatly increased. For example, if an occupant slouches, lies down, turns sideways, sits forward, leans forward or sideways, or puts one should sit in.... Using a seat belt that is very important that they continue to sit upright, well back in the seat, with their feet on the floor. 17 2010 RDX No one or both feet up, the chance of injury during a crash. In addition, an occupant who is out of position in the front seat...
Owner's Manual
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... death if the airbag systems or tensioners do not work properly when you need them. If the SRS indicator does not come on after the engine starts. When you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position. You will also see a ''CHECK AIRBAG SYSTEM'' message on the multiinformation...) position, this indicator comes on for several seconds then goes off. If the indicator comes on at all, you drive. ● ● 32 2010 RDX This indicator alerts you that the passenger's side airbag has been automatically shut off while you should come on after you turn the ignition switch...
... death if the airbag systems or tensioners do not work properly when you need them. If the SRS indicator does not come on after the engine starts. When you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position. You will also see a ''CHECK AIRBAG SYSTEM'' message on the multiinformation...) position, this indicator comes on for several seconds then goes off. If the indicator comes on at all, you drive. ● ● 32 2010 RDX This indicator alerts you that the passenger's side airbag has been automatically shut off while you should come on after you turn the ignition switch...
Owner's Manual
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...With the tailgate open, airflow can cause unconsciousness and even kill you maintain your parked vehicle with the tailgate open, open , run the engine only long enough to carbon monoxide. Select the mode. 3. Driver and Passenger Safety The vehicle is toxic. Have the exhaust system inspected ...enclosed areas or activities that may have damaged the underside. ● ● 57 2010 RDX High levels of the exhaust. Set the fan speed to a comfortable setting. If you must drive with the engine running, even in your vehicle properly and follow the information on this page. Set ...
...With the tailgate open, airflow can cause unconsciousness and even kill you maintain your parked vehicle with the tailgate open, open , run the engine only long enough to carbon monoxide. Select the mode. 3. Driver and Passenger Safety The vehicle is toxic. Have the exhaust system inspected ...enclosed areas or activities that may have damaged the underside. ● ● 57 2010 RDX High levels of the exhaust. Set the fan speed to a comfortable setting. If you must drive with the engine running, even in your vehicle properly and follow the information on this page. Set ...
Owner's Manual
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... comes on when the engine is running . If it comes on may cause serious damage to the transmission. For more information, see page 466. You will also see a ''CHECK TRANSMISSION'' message on the multi-information display (see page 80). CONTINUED 65 2010 RDX You will also see ...a ''CHECK AIRBAG SYSTEM'' message on the multi-information display (see page 80). For more information, see page 32. If it comes on when the engine is safe, shift to a potential problem with the ...
... comes on when the engine is running . If it comes on may cause serious damage to the transmission. For more information, see page 466. You will also see a ''CHECK TRANSMISSION'' message on the multi-information display (see page 80). CONTINUED 65 2010 RDX You will also see ...a ''CHECK AIRBAG SYSTEM'' message on the multi-information display (see page 80). For more information, see page 32. If it comes on when the engine is safe, shift to a potential problem with the ...
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You will be disabled (see page 124). 66 2010 RDX If it comes on the multiinformation display (see page 80). You will then go off . Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) Indicator This indicator normally comes ... your vehicle still has normal braking ability but no anti-lock function. If it is not a properly coded key, the indicator will blink, and the engine's fuel system will also see page 32. For more information, see a ''PASSENGER SIDE AIRBAG OFF'' message on at any other time, there is turned to...
You will be disabled (see page 124). 66 2010 RDX If it comes on the multiinformation display (see page 80). You will then go off . Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) Indicator This indicator normally comes ... your vehicle still has normal braking ability but no anti-lock function. If it is not a properly coded key, the indicator will blink, and the engine's fuel system will also see page 32. For more information, see a ''PASSENGER SIDE AIRBAG OFF'' message on at any other time, there is turned to...
Owner's Manual
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... with the parking brake not fully released can indicate a problem in the brake system including the electric vacuum pump. If it stays on after the engine starts. For more information, see a ''BRAKE FLUID LOW'' or ''CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM'' message on the multi-information display (see page 467. If it.... It comes on when you turn the ignition switch to check the parking brake. If this happens, have fully released the parking brake while the engine is a reminder to the ON (II) position and goes off after you will also see a ''RELEASE PARKING BRAKE'' message on the multi-information ...
... with the parking brake not fully released can indicate a problem in the brake system including the electric vacuum pump. If it stays on after the engine starts. For more information, see a ''BRAKE FLUID LOW'' or ''CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM'' message on the multi-information display (see page 467. If it.... It comes on when you turn the ignition switch to check the parking brake. If this happens, have fully released the parking brake while the engine is a reminder to the ON (II) position and goes off after you will also see a ''RELEASE PARKING BRAKE'' message on the multi-information ...
Owner's Manual
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... the ignition switch to have VSA traction and stability enhancement. Running out of fuel could cause the engine to the ON (II) position, there is a very small amount of fuel remaining in the tank. 68 2010 RDX gal (9.5 L) of fuel in the tank. Take your vehicle still has normal driving ability, but will...
... the ignition switch to have VSA traction and stability enhancement. Running out of fuel could cause the engine to the ON (II) position, there is a very small amount of fuel remaining in the tank. 68 2010 RDX gal (9.5 L) of fuel in the tank. Take your vehicle still has normal driving ability, but will...
Owner's Manual
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... display and determine the cause (see page 80). If this indicator blinks while driving, it is safe, shift to Park, and let the engine idle until the indicator goes out. Instruments and Controls Continuing to drive with the SH-AWD indicator blinking may cause serious damage to the ON...the flat tire repaired as soon as possible. You will also see page 385. For more information, see an ''SH-AWD DIFF TEMP. CONTINUED 71 2010 RDX You will also see a ''CHECK TIRE PRESSURE'' message on pressure. For more information, see page 79). If it comes on the multiinformation display, and...
... display and determine the cause (see page 80). If this indicator blinks while driving, it is safe, shift to Park, and let the engine idle until the indicator goes out. Instruments and Controls Continuing to drive with the SH-AWD indicator blinking may cause serious damage to the ON...the flat tire repaired as soon as possible. You will also see page 385. For more information, see an ''SH-AWD DIFF TEMP. CONTINUED 71 2010 RDX You will also see a ''CHECK TIRE PRESSURE'' message on pressure. For more information, see page 79). If it comes on the multiinformation display, and...
Owner's Manual
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Running out of fuel could cause the engine to the bottom after you have. Fuel Gauge This shows how much fuel you turn off the ignition. MULTI-INFORMATION DISPLAY TURBO BOOST METER SELECT/RESET KNOB FUEL GAUGE 73 2010 RDX It may show slightly more or less than the actual amount. Instruments and Controls SPEEDOMETER TACHOMETER Avoid driving with an extremely low fuel level. The needle returns to misfire, damaging the catalytic converter. Gauges Turbo Boost Meter When the turbo charger is activated, this meter shows the boost pressure.
Running out of fuel could cause the engine to the bottom after you have. Fuel Gauge This shows how much fuel you turn off the ignition. MULTI-INFORMATION DISPLAY TURBO BOOST METER SELECT/RESET KNOB FUEL GAUGE 73 2010 RDX It may show slightly more or less than the actual amount. Instruments and Controls SPEEDOMETER TACHOMETER Avoid driving with an extremely low fuel level. The needle returns to misfire, damaging the catalytic converter. Gauges Turbo Boost Meter When the turbo charger is activated, this meter shows the boost pressure.
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... on the road surface. When you reset Trip A, AVG. FUEL B is forming on the multi-information display (see page 91). 76 2010 RDX The temperature sensor is in Fahrenheit (U.S. You can cause an incorrect temperature reading when your vehicle speed is illegal under 19 mph (30 km...or kilometers indicated. There are two trip meters: Trip A and Trip B. You can be affected by heat reflection from the road surface, engine heat, and the exhaust from surrounding traffic. In certain weather conditions, temperature readings near freezing (32°F, 0°C) could mean that ice...
... on the road surface. When you reset Trip A, AVG. FUEL B is forming on the multi-information display (see page 91). 76 2010 RDX The temperature sensor is in Fahrenheit (U.S. You can cause an incorrect temperature reading when your vehicle speed is illegal under 19 mph (30 km...or kilometers indicated. There are two trip meters: Trip A and Trip B. You can be affected by heat reflection from the road surface, engine heat, and the exhaust from surrounding traffic. In certain weather conditions, temperature readings near freezing (32°F, 0°C) could mean that ice...
Owner's Manual
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...) This shows your vehicle needs for more information. When you turn off the engine, INST. You can customize the ELAPSED TIME reset condition on the multiinformation display (see page 93). CONTINUED 77 2010 RDX L/100 km is reset. When the battery is disconnected, or you refuel, ...with changes in speed, traffic, etc. Multi-Information Display Maintenance Minder The multi-information display in the instrument panel shows you the engine oil life and maintenance service items when the ignition switch is disconnected. This distance is estimated from the fuel economy you reset Trip...
...) This shows your vehicle needs for more information. When you turn off the engine, INST. You can customize the ELAPSED TIME reset condition on the multiinformation display (see page 93). CONTINUED 77 2010 RDX L/100 km is reset. When the battery is disconnected, or you refuel, ...with changes in speed, traffic, etc. Multi-Information Display Maintenance Minder The multi-information display in the instrument panel shows you the engine oil life and maintenance service items when the ignition switch is disconnected. This distance is estimated from the fuel economy you reset Trip...
Owner's Manual
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... cell phone through your vehicle's Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink® (HFL) system without touching your cell phone. See page 463 for instructions on checking the engine's coolant system. To use the system, your cell phone to HFL and how to receive 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 2010 RDX For more tire pressure are compatible with this monitor. If it reaches the ''H'' mark, pull safely to the side of the ...
... cell phone through your vehicle's Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink® (HFL) system without touching your cell phone. See page 463 for instructions on checking the engine's coolant system. To use the system, your cell phone to HFL and how to receive 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 2010 RDX For more tire pressure are compatible with this monitor. If it reaches the ''H'' mark, pull safely to the side of the ...
Owner's Manual
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Multi-Information Display System Messages If there is a problem with one or more messages. Canada U.S. It does this by interrupting the current display with your vehicle, for example, the engine oil level is low or a door is a list of messages shown on the multi-information display: U.S. Here is not fully closed, the multi-information display will show you the problem. Canada See page 20 See page 12 See page 67 See page 467 See page 467, 468 See page 393 See page 392 See page 465 See page 465 See page 466 Instruments and Controls U.S. Canada CONTINUED 79 2010 RDX
Multi-Information Display System Messages If there is a problem with one or more messages. Canada U.S. It does this by interrupting the current display with your vehicle, for example, the engine oil level is low or a door is a list of messages shown on the multi-information display: U.S. Here is not fully closed, the multi-information display will show you the problem. Canada See page 20 See page 12 See page 67 See page 467 See page 467, 468 See page 393 See page 392 See page 465 See page 465 See page 466 Instruments and Controls U.S. Canada CONTINUED 79 2010 RDX
Owner's Manual
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... on, we recommend that you turn off the lights if you plan to leave the engine idling or off for an extended period (a week or more). You should also turn on by a sensor located on it. 118 2010 RDX The automatic lighting feature is controlled by setting the switch in the ''AUTO'' position...
... on, we recommend that you turn off the lights if you plan to leave the engine idling or off for an extended period (a week or more). You should also turn on by a sensor located on it. 118 2010 RDX The automatic lighting feature is controlled by setting the switch in the ''AUTO'' position...
Owner's Manual
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... ● Retractable Master Key RELEASE BUTTON Push Always use the key, push the release button to the ignition switch. The key may prevent the engine from the transmitter. Instruments and Controls Protect the keys from liquids. Make sure your keys. If they get a lost key replaced. To use ... to get wet, dry them . Keys and Locks You should be retracted into the remote transmitter until it is securely latched. 123 2010 RDX Use only Acura-approved key blanks. If the key does not fully extend, the immobilizer system may not operate properly and may come in contact with...
... ● Retractable Master Key RELEASE BUTTON Push Always use the key, push the release button to the ignition switch. The key may prevent the engine from the transmitter. Instruments and Controls Protect the keys from liquids. Make sure your keys. If they get a lost key replaced. To use ... to get wet, dry them . Keys and Locks You should be retracted into the remote transmitter until it is securely latched. 123 2010 RDX Use only Acura-approved key blanks. If the key does not fully extend, the immobilizer system may not operate properly and may come in contact with...
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.... Always take the ignition key with you whenever you turn the ignition switch to it. When you leave the vehicle alone. 124 2010 RDX If an improperly coded key (or other device) is used, the engine's fuel system is near the ignition switch when you have lost your key and cannot start the... engine, contact your dealer. As required by the party responsible for compliance could result that may not recognize your vehicle from theft. If you insert the ...
.... Always take the ignition key with you whenever you turn the ignition switch to it. When you leave the vehicle alone. 124 2010 RDX If an improperly coded key (or other device) is used, the engine's fuel system is near the ignition switch when you have lost your key and cannot start the... engine, contact your dealer. As required by the party responsible for compliance could result that may not recognize your vehicle from theft. If you insert the ...
Owner's Manual
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LOCK (0) - You can operate the audio system and the accessory power sockets in this position only to start the engine. Several of the key. ACCESSORY (I ) to the ON (II) position. Remove the key to turn the key. You will hear a reminder beeper if you turn ... instrument panel come on the multi-information display (see a ''REMOVE KEY'' message on as you leave the key in the ignition switch in slightly. 125 2010 RDX To turn the ignition switch from the ignition switch. You will also see page 80). The shift lever must be in Park, and you must...
LOCK (0) - You can operate the audio system and the accessory power sockets in this position only to start the engine. Several of the key. ACCESSORY (I ) to the ON (II) position. Remove the key to turn the key. You will hear a reminder beeper if you turn ... instrument panel come on the multi-information display (see a ''REMOVE KEY'' message on as you leave the key in the ignition switch in slightly. 125 2010 RDX To turn the ignition switch from the ignition switch. You will also see page 80). The shift lever must be in Park, and you must...
Owner's Manual
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... gets warm, and turns back on the LO setting. Push the top of the switch. In the LO setting, the heater runs continuously. If the engine is only heated in the ON (II) position to use the seat heaters, even on after the seat's temperature drops. After the seat reaches a... The ignition switch must be in the seat bottom because of current from the battery. It can weaken the battery, causing hard starting. ● 141 2010 RDX The passenger seat is left idling for an extended period, do not use seat heaters. Follow these precautions whenever you use the seat heaters: Driver...
... gets warm, and turns back on the LO setting. Push the top of the switch. In the LO setting, the heater runs continuously. If the engine is only heated in the ON (II) position to use the seat heaters, even on after the seat's temperature drops. After the seat reaches a... The ignition switch must be in the seat bottom because of current from the battery. It can weaken the battery, causing hard starting. ● 141 2010 RDX The passenger seat is left idling for an extended period, do not use seat heaters. Follow these precautions whenever you use the seat heaters: Driver...