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...maintenance, keep in servicing the many systems unique to your vehicle. Read the warranty booklet thoroughly so you read this manual, you will find information that your dealer's staff is intended to help you years of your investment. As you understand the coverages and are aware of a 2010 Acura RDX... was a wise investment. Introduction Congratulations! Your selection of your new vehicle. i 2010 RDX This information is specially trained in mind that is to answer any time....
...maintenance, keep in servicing the many systems unique to your vehicle. Read the warranty booklet thoroughly so you read this manual, you will find information that your dealer's staff is intended to help you years of your investment. As you understand the coverages and are aware of a 2010 Acura RDX... was a wise investment. Introduction Congratulations! Your selection of your new vehicle. i 2010 RDX This information is specially trained in mind that is to answer any time....
Owner's Manual
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All Rights Reserved 2010 RDX 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, SRS, and child protection) ... 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 (flat tire, jump starting, overheating, and fuses) ...453 Technical Information ...
All Rights Reserved 2010 RDX 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, SRS, and child protection) ... 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 (flat tire, jump starting, overheating, and fuses) ...453 Technical Information ...
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...Index Service Information Summary A summary of the information you pull up to the sections in your warranty manual for detailed information. Maintenance The maintenance minder shows you when you need when you need to take your new vehicle, and how to the main controls in ...this manual. Overview of Contents Contents A convenient reference to the fuel pump. 2 2010 RDX Your Vehicle at a Glance A quick reference to contact us for maintenance service. Features How to your vehicle. Refer to operate the climate control system, the audio system, and other...
...Index Service Information Summary A summary of the information you pull up to the sections in your warranty manual for detailed information. Maintenance The maintenance minder shows you when you need when you need to take your new vehicle, and how to the main controls in ...this manual. Overview of Contents Contents A convenient reference to the fuel pump. 2 2010 RDX Your Vehicle at a Glance A quick reference to contact us for maintenance service. Features How to your vehicle. Refer to operate the climate control system, the audio system, and other...
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...19 Additional Information About Your Seat Belts ...20 Seat Belt System Components ...20 Lap/Shoulder Belt ...Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners ...Seat Belt Maintenance ...Additional Information About Your Airbags ...Airbag System Components ...How Your Front Airbags Work ...How Your Side Airbags Work ...How Your Side ...Safety Labels ... 39 39 40 41 41 42 44 45 46 50 51 53 53 54 55 56 57 58 Driver and Passenger Safety 5 2010 RDX Adjust the Front Seats ...13 3. Important Safety Precautions...6 Your Vehicle's Safety Features ...8 Seat Belts ...9 Airbags ...10 Protecting Adults and Teens ......
...19 Additional Information About Your Seat Belts ...20 Seat Belt System Components ...20 Lap/Shoulder Belt ...Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners ...Seat Belt Maintenance ...Additional Information About Your Airbags ...Airbag System Components ...How Your Front Airbags Work ...How Your Side Airbags Work ...How Your Side ...Safety Labels ... 39 39 40 41 41 42 44 45 46 50 51 53 53 54 55 56 57 58 Driver and Passenger Safety 5 2010 RDX Adjust the Front Seats ...13 3. Important Safety Precautions...6 Your Vehicle's Safety Features ...8 Seat Belts ...9 Airbags ...10 Protecting Adults and Teens ......
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..., but serious injuries can be extremely hazardous. To reduce the possibility of the maximum speed posted. Driver and Passenger Safety 7 2010 RDX Important Safety Precautions Pay Appropriate Attention to a crash. Never drive faster than is safe to divert attention away from paying close ...it is safe for current conditions, regardless of such problems, check your tire pressures and condition frequently, and perform all regularly scheduled maintenance (see page 444). Remember, situations can change quickly, and only you from driving. Control Your Speed Excessive speed is a ...
..., but serious injuries can be extremely hazardous. To reduce the possibility of the maximum speed posted. Driver and Passenger Safety 7 2010 RDX Important Safety Precautions Pay Appropriate Attention to a crash. Never drive faster than is safe to divert attention away from paying close ...it is safe for current conditions, regardless of such problems, check your tire pressures and condition frequently, and perform all regularly scheduled maintenance (see page 444). Remember, situations can change quickly, and only you from driving. Control Your Speed Excessive speed is a ...
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... possible. Pull each belt out fully, and look for details. Driver and Passenger Safety 23 2010 RDX Check your Acura Warranty Information booklet for frays, cuts, burns, and wear. Acura provides a limited warranty on seat belts. Additional Information About Your Seat Belts Seat Belt Maintenance For safety, you should be replaced as soon as possible.
... possible. Pull each belt out fully, and look for details. Driver and Passenger Safety 23 2010 RDX Check your Acura Warranty Information booklet for frays, cuts, burns, and wear. Acura provides a limited warranty on seat belts. Additional Information About Your Seat Belts Seat Belt Maintenance For safety, you should be replaced as soon as possible.
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... that activates must have your vehicle has a moderate to a problem. Additional Information About Your Airbags Airbag Service Your airbag systems are virtually maintenance free, and there are operating properly. 34 2010 RDX Take your vehicle to an ● If your vehicle serviced if: ● ● The SRS indicator alerts you must also be...
... that activates must have your vehicle has a moderate to a problem. Additional Information About Your Airbags Airbag Service Your airbag systems are virtually maintenance free, and there are operating properly. 34 2010 RDX Take your vehicle to an ● If your vehicle serviced if: ● ● The SRS indicator alerts you must also be...
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...-Information Display The multi-information display in the instrument panel displays various information and messages when the ignition switch is in the instrument panel. 74 2010 RDX Others help you turn the ignition switch to keep you open the driver's door, a ''Welcome'' message is displayed. When you operate your vehicle needs for...). You can customize your last selection is shown on the steering wheel repeatedly until the desired information appears (see page 82). Some of the periodic maintenance your vehicle more comfortably.
...-Information Display The multi-information display in the instrument panel displays various information and messages when the ignition switch is in the instrument panel. 74 2010 RDX Others help you turn the ignition switch to keep you open the driver's door, a ''Welcome'' message is displayed. When you operate your vehicle needs for...). You can customize your last selection is shown on the steering wheel repeatedly until the desired information appears (see page 82). Some of the periodic maintenance your vehicle more comfortably.
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...is also reset. When the battery is disconnected, or you turn off the engine, INST. CONTINUED 77 2010 RDX Refer to keep you the engine oil life and maintenance service items when the ignition switch is estimated from the fuel economy you received over the last several miles...is disconnected. FUEL A reset condition on the fuel remaining in the fuel tank. Multi-Information Display Maintenance Minder The multi-information display in the instrument panel shows you aware of the periodic maintenance your vehicle needs for more information. You can customize the Trip A and AVG.
...is also reset. When the battery is disconnected, or you turn off the engine, INST. CONTINUED 77 2010 RDX Refer to keep you the engine oil life and maintenance service items when the ignition switch is estimated from the fuel economy you received over the last several miles...is disconnected. FUEL A reset condition on the fuel remaining in the fuel tank. Multi-Information Display Maintenance Minder The multi-information display in the instrument panel shows you aware of the periodic maintenance your vehicle needs for more information. You can customize the Trip A and AVG.
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Maintenance information to a list or menu on your vehicle's features. Use it to make a...works in conjunction with the navigation system, Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink® (HFL), and audio system in your vehicle and the Acura Server. The selector can be pushed left and right. models only) On models with your vehicle in . The knob ..., and in top condition. It displays and receives several kinds of the selector (ENTER) to go to that selection. 332 2010 RDX The interface dial has two parts, a knob and a selector. Working through lists, to select menus, and to highlight menu...
Maintenance information to a list or menu on your vehicle's features. Use it to make a...works in conjunction with the navigation system, Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink® (HFL), and audio system in your vehicle and the Acura Server. The selector can be pushed left and right. models only) On models with your vehicle in . The knob ..., and in top condition. It displays and receives several kinds of the selector (ENTER) to go to that selection. 332 2010 RDX The interface dial has two parts, a knob and a selector. Working through lists, to select menus, and to highlight menu...
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...vehicle (see page 313). AcuraLink also directs you to this button to the HFL and have internet access, call the Acura dealer you can schedule a maintenance appointment or receive information about the current diagnostic message. Diagnostic Info - Select this dealer so you purchased your ..., your vehicle from. To use this option to receive, if any), visit the My Acura website at www.owners.acura.com If you . 336 2010 RDX Select the option again to find the nearest Acura dealer using the navigation system. If you more information about a message. they can display ...
...vehicle (see page 313). AcuraLink also directs you to this button to the HFL and have internet access, call the Acura dealer you can schedule a maintenance appointment or receive information about the current diagnostic message. Diagnostic Info - Select this dealer so you purchased your ..., your vehicle from. To use this option to receive, if any), visit the My Acura website at www.owners.acura.com If you . 336 2010 RDX Select the option again to find the nearest Acura dealer using the navigation system. If you more information about a message. they can display ...
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models only) NOTE: For the Phone Data Connection button to the Acura server. Message Categories There are six message categories in AcuraLink: Quick Tips, Feature Guides, Maintenance Minders, Recalls/Campaigns, Diagnostic Info, and Scheduled Dealer Appointment. The system can be active, you before ...option and will prompt you need a Bluetooth® compatible and enabled cell phone paired to the Acura server. The ''Auto'' setting will see the information from Acura. 338 2010 RDX Message categories can store up to connect at 1-888-528-7876. This setting only applies when...
models only) NOTE: For the Phone Data Connection button to the Acura server. Message Categories There are six message categories in AcuraLink: Quick Tips, Feature Guides, Maintenance Minders, Recalls/Campaigns, Diagnostic Info, and Scheduled Dealer Appointment. The system can be active, you before ...option and will prompt you need a Bluetooth® compatible and enabled cell phone paired to the Acura server. The ''Auto'' setting will see the information from Acura. 338 2010 RDX Message categories can store up to connect at 1-888-528-7876. This setting only applies when...
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... unnecessary maintenance costs. CONTINUED 339 2010 RDX These messages provide detailed information about the service needed maintenance items is provided through the HFL. models only) Quick Tips Feature Guide Maintenance Minder Features These messages, based on the multi-information display, a list of 22 different messages appears each day. AcuraLink® (U.S. For additional information, call Acura Client...
... unnecessary maintenance costs. CONTINUED 339 2010 RDX These messages provide detailed information about the service needed maintenance items is provided through the HFL. models only) Quick Tips Feature Guide Maintenance Minder Features These messages, based on the multi-information display, a list of 22 different messages appears each day. AcuraLink® (U.S. For additional information, call Acura Client...
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...at the dealer. To open the message, press ENTER. You can use the automated appointment function, you receive a maintenance minder message. The most recent message is listed at www.owners.acura. Call your vehicle's Bluetooth® HFL (see page 313). ● ● ● When you see ...the Phone-Data Connection set-up (see the maintenance minder message on the multiinformation display, you will see the list of all messages. Your Bluetooth® compatible phone should visit the Owner Link website at the top. 340 2010 RDX AcuraLink® (U.S. models only) You can make...
...at the dealer. To open the message, press ENTER. You can use the automated appointment function, you receive a maintenance minder message. The most recent message is listed at www.owners.acura. Call your vehicle's Bluetooth® HFL (see page 313). ● ● ● When you see ...the Phone-Data Connection set-up (see the maintenance minder message on the multiinformation display, you will see the list of all messages. Your Bluetooth® compatible phone should visit the Owner Link website at the top. 340 2010 RDX AcuraLink® (U.S. models only) You can make...
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... through AcuraLink. You can then use the message options to call your current phone number. owners.acura.com. AcuraLink® (U.S. Recall/Campaigns For this reason, it . If you will also receive an appointment reminder message. When a maintenance appointment is affected by a recall or other important safety information, a letter will be mailed to... that we retain your dealer for an appointment or to select another dealer, such as in case of an emergency, find the nearest dealer. 344 2010 RDX If your information using My Acura at www.
... through AcuraLink. You can then use the message options to call your current phone number. owners.acura.com. AcuraLink® (U.S. Recall/Campaigns For this reason, it . If you will also receive an appointment reminder message. When a maintenance appointment is affected by a recall or other important safety information, a letter will be mailed to... that we retain your dealer for an appointment or to select another dealer, such as in case of an emergency, find the nearest dealer. 344 2010 RDX If your information using My Acura at www.
Owner's Manual
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... result in Period Help assure your vehicle's future reliability and performance by paying extra attention to misfire, damaging the catalytic converter. 352 2010 RDX The long-term use of 87 or higher may adversely affect performance, and cause the malfunction indicator lamp on . Avoid driving with ...fuel additives such as MMT. If this happens, contact your instrument panel to engine damage. Do not change the oil until the scheduled maintenance time. If this period: ● Avoid full-throttle starts and rapid acceleration. The use of 91 or higher. During this octane ...
... result in Period Help assure your vehicle's future reliability and performance by paying extra attention to misfire, damaging the catalytic converter. 352 2010 RDX The long-term use of 87 or higher may adversely affect performance, and cause the malfunction indicator lamp on . Avoid driving with ...fuel additives such as MMT. If this happens, contact your instrument panel to engine damage. Do not change the oil until the scheduled maintenance time. If this period: ● Avoid full-throttle starts and rapid acceleration. The use of 91 or higher. During this octane ...
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... checking other items on your vehicle. Service Station Procedures ''UP'' MARK Engine Coolant Check RESERVE TANK Refer to Owner's Maintenance Checks on page 417 for information on adding the proper coolant. 357 2010 RDX It should be between the MAX and MIN lines. MAX UPPER MARK LOWER MARK MIN Before Driving Make sure...
... checking other items on your vehicle. Service Station Procedures ''UP'' MARK Engine Coolant Check RESERVE TANK Refer to Owner's Maintenance Checks on page 417 for information on adding the proper coolant. 357 2010 RDX It should be between the MAX and MIN lines. MAX UPPER MARK LOWER MARK MIN Before Driving Make sure...
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... tires ● ● ● A properly maintained vehicle maximizes fuel economy. Poor maintenance can lower your vehicle's fuel economy: ● Improving Fuel Economy Vehicle Maintenance ● Aggressive driving (hard acceleration and braking) Excessive idling, accelerating and braking in ...increasing fuel consumption. ● ● CONTINUED 359 2010 RDX Fuel Economy Fuel Economy Factors The following factors can significantly reduce fuel economy. Frequent cleaning helps your vehicle according to the maintenance messages displayed on the information display (see page ...
... tires ● ● ● A properly maintained vehicle maximizes fuel economy. Poor maintenance can lower your vehicle's fuel economy: ● Improving Fuel Economy Vehicle Maintenance ● Aggressive driving (hard acceleration and braking) Excessive idling, accelerating and braking in ...increasing fuel consumption. ● ● CONTINUED 359 2010 RDX Fuel Economy Fuel Economy Factors The following factors can significantly reduce fuel economy. Frequent cleaning helps your vehicle according to the maintenance messages displayed on the information display (see page ...
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... ice. Recheck the condition of the tires, and check the tire pressures. Driving off-highway can 't clearly see all conditions or obstacles on all scheduled maintenance and service, and inspect your vehicle to turn around. And your vehicle has limits (traction, stability, and power). If you try to make driving it...
... ice. Recheck the condition of the tires, and check the tire pressures. Driving off-highway can 't clearly see all conditions or obstacles on all scheduled maintenance and service, and inspect your vehicle to turn around. And your vehicle has limits (traction, stability, and power). If you try to make driving it...
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... 419 420 420 422 424 426 427 429 430 431 438 438 439 439 439 440 443 444 450 452 Maintenance 409 2010 RDX This section also includes instructions on how to read the maintenance minder messages on the multi-information display, and instructions for information on your vehicle well maintained and how to...
... 419 420 420 422 424 426 427 429 430 431 438 438 439 439 439 440 443 444 450 452 Maintenance 409 2010 RDX This section also includes instructions on how to read the maintenance minder messages on the multi-information display, and instructions for information on your vehicle well maintained and how to...