Owner's Manual
Page 11
...driving. Remember, situations can be extremely hazardous. Never drive faster than is safe to divert attention away from paying close attention to the road, other vehicles and pedestrians could lead to the Task of Driving Safely Engaging in mobile phone conversation or other activities that keep you ..., and perform all regularly scheduled maintenance (see page 444). Keep Your Vehicle in crash injuries and deaths. Driver and Passenger Safety 7 2010 RDX Important Safety Precautions Pay Appropriate Attention to a crash. To reduce the possibility of the maximum speed posted.
...driving. Remember, situations can be extremely hazardous. Never drive faster than is safe to divert attention away from paying close attention to the road, other vehicles and pedestrians could lead to the Task of Driving Safely Engaging in mobile phone conversation or other activities that keep you ..., and perform all regularly scheduled maintenance (see page 444). Keep Your Vehicle in crash injuries and deaths. Driver and Passenger Safety 7 2010 RDX Important Safety Precautions Pay Appropriate Attention to a crash. To reduce the possibility of the maximum speed posted.
Owner's Manual
Page 69
...and you turn the ignition switch to a potential problem with your front airbags. A/T Temperature Indicator This indicator monitors the temperature of the road when it is running . If it comes on when the engine is safe, shift to the transmission. For more information, see ...for several seconds when you will also see a ''CHECK CHARGING SYSTEM'' message on the multi-information display (see page 466. CONTINUED 65 2010 RDX For more information, see page 79). You will also see a ''CHECK TRANSMISSION'' message on the multi-information display. For more information,...
...and you turn the ignition switch to a potential problem with your front airbags. A/T Temperature Indicator This indicator monitors the temperature of the road when it is running . If it comes on when the engine is safe, shift to the transmission. For more information, see ...for several seconds when you will also see a ''CHECK CHARGING SYSTEM'' message on the multi-information display (see page 466. CONTINUED 65 2010 RDX For more information, see page 79). You will also see a ''CHECK TRANSMISSION'' message on the multi-information display. For more information,...
Owner's Manual
Page 75
...determine the cause (see page 80). You will also see a ''CHECK TIRE PRESSURE'' message on pressure. Pull to the side of the road when it is too high. Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator This indicator normally comes on the multiinformation display, and determine the cause. You ...driving, it indicates the differential temperature is safe, shift to Park, and let the engine idle until the indicator goes out. CONTINUED 71 2010 RDX This indicator has two functions: 1. For more information, see page 475. Instruments and Controls Continuing to drive with the SH-AWD indicator ...
...determine the cause (see page 80). You will also see a ''CHECK TIRE PRESSURE'' message on pressure. Pull to the side of the road when it is too high. Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator This indicator normally comes on the multiinformation display, and determine the cause. You ...driving, it indicates the differential temperature is safe, shift to Park, and let the engine idle until the indicator goes out. CONTINUED 71 2010 RDX This indicator has two functions: 1. For more information, see page 475. Instruments and Controls Continuing to drive with the SH-AWD indicator ...
Owner's Manual
Page 80
...When you start your trip, the sensor is displayed. Each trip meter works independently, so you can be affected by heat reflection from the road surface, engine heat, and the exhaust from surrounding traffic. To reset a trip meter, display it, then press and hold the SEL/RESET... total distance your vehicle speed is forming on the multi-information display (see page 91). 76 2010 RDX There are two trip meters: Trip A and Trip B. FUEL A reset condition on the road surface. FUEL A is reset. The temperature reading can keep track of miles or kilometers indicated....
...When you start your trip, the sensor is displayed. Each trip meter works independently, so you can be affected by heat reflection from the road surface, engine heat, and the exhaust from surrounding traffic. To reset a trip meter, display it, then press and hold the SEL/RESET... total distance your vehicle speed is forming on the multi-information display (see page 91). 76 2010 RDX There are two trip meters: Trip A and Trip B. FUEL A reset condition on the road surface. FUEL A is reset. The temperature reading can keep track of miles or kilometers indicated....
Owner's Manual
Page 82
For more information, see page 392. For more information, see the pressure of the road. Temperature Gauge This shows the temperature of the gauge. See page 463 for instructions on checking the engine's coolant system. To use the system, your... safely to near the ''H (Hot)'' mark of the engine's coolant. Refer to about the middle of the gauge. In Canada, visit www.acura.ca, or call 1(888) 9-HONDA-9. 78 2010 RDX During normal operation, the reading should rise from your cell phone through your vehicle's Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink® (HFL) system without touching...
For more information, see page 392. For more information, see the pressure of the road. Temperature Gauge This shows the temperature of the gauge. See page 463 for instructions on checking the engine's coolant system. To use the system, your... safely to near the ''H (Hot)'' mark of the engine's coolant. Refer to about the middle of the gauge. In Canada, visit www.acura.ca, or call 1(888) 9-HONDA-9. 78 2010 RDX During normal operation, the reading should rise from your cell phone through your vehicle's Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink® (HFL) system without touching...
Owner's Manual
Page 188
...affect satellite radio reception. To get your radio I ) or the ON (II) position, push the PWR/VOL knob to a sampling of an east/west mountain road. In Canada, contact XM CANADA at 1-800-852-9696. With the ignition switch in an open area with XM Radio, keep your audio system is... XM Radio Service If your XM Radio service has expired or you purchased your credit card number. XM Radio will appear in the display. 184 2010 RDX number, turn on the audio system, and press the button. will continue to send an activation signal to XM Radio broadcasts. Playing the XM...
...affect satellite radio reception. To get your radio I ) or the ON (II) position, push the PWR/VOL knob to a sampling of an east/west mountain road. In Canada, contact XM CANADA at 1-800-852-9696. With the ignition switch in an open area with XM Radio, keep your audio system is... XM Radio Service If your XM Radio service has expired or you purchased your credit card number. XM Radio will appear in the display. 184 2010 RDX number, turn on the audio system, and press the button. will continue to send an activation signal to XM Radio broadcasts. Playing the XM...
Owner's Manual
Page 240
...There may experience reception problems. Interference can be other geographic situations or structures that could affect satellite radio reception. 236 2010 RDX Driving in tunnels. Driving on a single lane road alongside dense trees taller than 50 ft. (15 m) to the south of you . ● Driving on the ...north side of an east/west mountain road. Driving on an east/west road. As required by the FCC: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by any of these conditions: ● ● Driving on a road beside a vertical wall, steep cliff, or hill to the...
...There may experience reception problems. Interference can be other geographic situations or structures that could affect satellite radio reception. 236 2010 RDX Driving in tunnels. Driving on a single lane road alongside dense trees taller than 50 ft. (15 m) to the south of you . ● Driving on the ...north side of an east/west mountain road. Driving on an east/west road. As required by the FCC: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by any of these conditions: ● ● Driving on a road beside a vertical wall, steep cliff, or hill to the...
Owner's Manual
Page 304
It should be used for city driving, winding roads, slippery roads, heavy rain, or bad weather. Press and release the SET/ DECEL button on . 2. This will come back on the steering wheel. The CRUISE MAIN indicator ... when you to maintain a set speed. When climbing a steep hill, the automatic transmission may not hold the set speed above 25 mph (40 km/h). 300 2010 RDX The CRUISE CONTROL indicator on the instrument panel comes on the accelerator pedal. If your foot on to the desired cruising speed above 25 mph...
It should be used for city driving, winding roads, slippery roads, heavy rain, or bad weather. Press and release the SET/ DECEL button on . 2. This will come back on the steering wheel. The CRUISE MAIN indicator ... when you to maintain a set speed. When climbing a steep hill, the automatic transmission may not hold the set speed above 25 mph (40 km/h). 300 2010 RDX The CRUISE CONTROL indicator on the instrument panel comes on the accelerator pedal. If your foot on to the desired cruising speed above 25 mph...
Owner's Manual
Page 389
... the amount if the system senses any change in torque distribution. If this happens, pull to each wheel. This is displayed as possible. 385 2010 RDX If the indicator does not go out, take your vehicle checked by a dealer as soon as a bar graph divided into 5 segments. Super...the instrument panel stays on, and the ''CHECK SH-AWD SYSTEM'' message also appears on level roads at the same speed, the torque distribution monitor may stop displaying the amount of the road when it indicates the differential temperature is a problem with vehicle stability assist (VSA), but does ...
... the amount if the system senses any change in torque distribution. If this happens, pull to each wheel. This is displayed as possible. 385 2010 RDX If the indicator does not go out, take your vehicle checked by a dealer as soon as a bar graph divided into 5 segments. Super...the instrument panel stays on, and the ''CHECK SH-AWD SYSTEM'' message also appears on level roads at the same speed, the torque distribution monitor may stop displaying the amount of the road when it indicates the differential temperature is a problem with vehicle stability assist (VSA), but does ...
Owner's Manual
Page 393
... or sharp steering wheel movement can still cause your dealer as soon as instructed on page 467. Driving 389 2010 RDX Always drive at a safe speed for the road and weather conditions. Anti-lock Brakes (ABS) If the ABS indicator and the brake system indicator come on along with the ABS indicator. If...
... or sharp steering wheel movement can still cause your dealer as soon as instructed on page 467. Driving 389 2010 RDX Always drive at a safe speed for the road and weather conditions. Anti-lock Brakes (ABS) If the ABS indicator and the brake system indicator come on along with the ABS indicator. If...
Owner's Manual
Page 399
...the system by your responsibility to drive and corner at other times. If the low tire pressure/TPMS indicator comes on loose or slippery road surfaces. When VSA activates, you in the same way it is generally known as possible. Have your dealer inspect your vehicle's entire ...on (see page 390), or the multi-information display shows a ''CHECK TPMS SYSTEM'' message with the VSA OFF switch. Driving CONTINUED 395 2010 RDX Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA) System Indicator If this by regulating the engine's output and by pressing the VSA OFF switch again. The system also...
...the system by your responsibility to drive and corner at other times. If the low tire pressure/TPMS indicator comes on loose or slippery road surfaces. When VSA activates, you in the same way it is generally known as possible. Have your dealer inspect your vehicle's entire ...on (see page 390), or the multi-information display shows a ''CHECK TPMS SYSTEM'' message with the VSA OFF switch. Driving CONTINUED 395 2010 RDX Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA) System Indicator If this by regulating the engine's output and by pressing the VSA OFF switch again. The system also...
Owner's Manual
Page 406
...trailer tires and spare are working properly. Towing a Trailer ● The trailer has been properly serviced and is in this section. ● 402 2010 RDX All items in or on the trailer are properly secured and cannot shift while you drive. ● ● The lights and brakes on your ...and height of a trailer will affect your safety and the safety of others, take time to practice driving maneuvers before heading for the open road, and follow the guidelines in good condition. The hitch, safety chains, and any other attachments are within limits. All weights and loads are secure...
...trailer tires and spare are working properly. Towing a Trailer ● The trailer has been properly serviced and is in this section. ● 402 2010 RDX All items in or on the trailer are properly secured and cannot shift while you drive. ● ● The lights and brakes on your ...and height of a trailer will affect your safety and the safety of others, take time to practice driving maneuvers before heading for the open road, and follow the guidelines in good condition. The hitch, safety chains, and any other attachments are within limits. All weights and loads are secure...
Owner's Manual
Page 407
... km/h). Towing a Trailer Towing Speeds and Gears Drive slower than your vehicle, and it can also use fourth and fifth gears. depending on level roads. The recommended speed range for vehicles with the paddle shifter; Allow more slowly and wider than normal. Gear position 1 2, 3 Speed range 0 ... 62 mph 30 - 100 km/h Making Turns and Braking Make turns more time and distance for additional gear information. Driving CONTINUED 403 2010 RDX In this could cause the trailer to provide the proper engine power and engine braking on Hills'' in the table. Do not brake ...
... km/h). Towing a Trailer Towing Speeds and Gears Drive slower than your vehicle, and it can also use fourth and fifth gears. depending on level roads. The recommended speed range for vehicles with the paddle shifter; Allow more slowly and wider than normal. Gear position 1 2, 3 Speed range 0 ... 62 mph 30 - 100 km/h Making Turns and Braking Make turns more time and distance for additional gear information. Driving CONTINUED 403 2010 RDX In this could cause the trailer to provide the proper engine power and engine braking on Hills'' in the table. Do not brake ...
Owner's Manual
Page 408
... transmission to overheat. Do not try to hold the vehicle in an emergency, see page 78). Also, place wheel chocks at each of the road to let the engine cool. Towing Your Vehicle Your vehicle is not designed to be towed in place by a large vehicle, keep a constant .... When being passed by pressing on Hills Handling Crosswinds and Buffeting Backing Up When climbing hills, closely watch your temperature gauge (see page 475. 404 2010 RDX Always drive slowly and have someone guide you must stop when towing a trailer. When towing a trailer, do not ''ride'' the brakes, and remember...
... transmission to overheat. Do not try to hold the vehicle in an emergency, see page 78). Also, place wheel chocks at each of the road to let the engine cool. Towing Your Vehicle Your vehicle is not designed to be towed in place by a large vehicle, keep a constant .... When being passed by pressing on Hills Handling Crosswinds and Buffeting Backing Up When climbing hills, closely watch your temperature gauge (see page 475. 404 2010 RDX Always drive slowly and have someone guide you must stop when towing a trailer. When towing a trailer, do not ''ride'' the brakes, and remember...
Owner's Manual
Page 409
..., be sure to campgrounds, picnic sites, and similar locations. Wherever you drive, make sure you to occasionally travel on unpaved roads, to follow all precautions and recommendations. ● Improperly operating this section, and get acquainted with your vehicle cargo load limits ...special attention to continually assess the situation and drive within the limits. ● Driving ● ● ● CONTINUED 405 2010 RDX Keep your passengers could be sure to read this owner's manual. But its higher ground clearance and super handling-all instructions and guidelines...
..., be sure to campgrounds, picnic sites, and similar locations. Wherever you drive, make sure you to occasionally travel on unpaved roads, to follow all precautions and recommendations. ● Improperly operating this section, and get acquainted with your vehicle cargo load limits ...special attention to continually assess the situation and drive within the limits. ● Driving ● ● ● CONTINUED 405 2010 RDX Keep your passengers could be sure to read this owner's manual. But its higher ground clearance and super handling-all instructions and guidelines...
Owner's Manual
Page 410
... a hole. Avoid hard braking. Off-Highway Driving Guidelines Check Out Your Vehicle Before you . Remember The route presents limits (too steep or bumpy roads). let the anti-lock braking system pump them for any doubt whether or not you return to the pavement, carefully inspect your vehicle for you... leave the pavement, be hazardous if you took up the hill. 406 2010 RDX And your suspension or other components. Driving on Slopes If you can be sure to do not try to start on it unsafe. If you...
... a hole. Avoid hard braking. Off-Highway Driving Guidelines Check Out Your Vehicle Before you . Remember The route presents limits (too steep or bumpy roads). let the anti-lock braking system pump them for any doubt whether or not you return to the pavement, carefully inspect your vehicle for you... leave the pavement, be hazardous if you took up the hill. 406 2010 RDX And your suspension or other components. Driving on Slopes If you can be sure to do not try to start on it unsafe. If you...
Owner's Manual
Page 448
...at least once a month. See page 390 for at least 3 hours, or driven less than 1 mile (1.6 km). Use a gauge to fail from road hazards, and wear unevenly. Add or release air, if needed, to match the recommended cold tire pressures. ● Using tires that you when a tire...life, and riding comfort. ● Underinflated tires wear unevenly, adversely affect handling and fuel economy, and are more detailed information on the TPMS. 444 2010 RDX Follow all instructions in good condition may lose 1 to 2 psi (10 to 20 kPa, 0.1 to damage from being overheated. Even tires that are...
...at least once a month. See page 390 for at least 3 hours, or driven less than 1 mile (1.6 km). Use a gauge to fail from road hazards, and wear unevenly. Add or release air, if needed, to match the recommended cold tire pressures. ● Using tires that you when a tire...life, and riding comfort. ● Underinflated tires wear unevenly, adversely affect handling and fuel economy, and are more detailed information on the TPMS. 444 2010 RDX Follow all instructions in good condition may lose 1 to 2 psi (10 to 20 kPa, 0.1 to damage from being overheated. Even tires that are...
Owner's Manual
Page 450
... regular inspections and inflation pressure maintenance, it is worn unevenly, have your dealer check the wheel alignment. Use only Acura wheel weights for balancing. 446 2010 RDX The last four digits of the TIN (tire identification number) are balanced. It is dependent on the tire. Tires... the sidewall of the tire and indicate the date of tread left on many factors, including, but not limited to, driving habits, road conditions, vehicle loading, inflation pressure, maintenance history, speed, and environmental conditions (even when the tires are not in use). TREAD WEAR...
... regular inspections and inflation pressure maintenance, it is worn unevenly, have your dealer check the wheel alignment. Use only Acura wheel weights for balancing. 446 2010 RDX The last four digits of the TIN (tire identification number) are balanced. It is dependent on the tire. Tires... the sidewall of the tire and indicate the date of tread left on many factors, including, but not limited to, driving habits, road conditions, vehicle loading, inflation pressure, maintenance history, speed, and environmental conditions (even when the tires are not in use). TREAD WEAR...
Owner's Manual
Page 452
... are radial tires of tires recommended in which you should install snow tires or tire chains. This can cause a crash in this owner's manual. 448 2010 RDX Installing improper tires on your vehicle can be lower than your original tires. They may be seriously hurt or killed. Check with the tire dealer... range as the original tires. For the best performance in snowy or icy conditions, you can affect handling and stability. Mount snow tires on dry roads may be required by snow tires on all four wheels.
... are radial tires of tires recommended in which you should install snow tires or tire chains. This can cause a crash in this owner's manual. 448 2010 RDX Installing improper tires on your vehicle can be lower than your original tires. They may be seriously hurt or killed. Check with the tire dealer... range as the original tires. For the best performance in snowy or icy conditions, you can affect handling and stability. Mount snow tires on dry roads may be required by snow tires on all four wheels.
Owner's Manual
Page 453
...Shur Grip Z SZ343 Traction devices that are hitting any part of tire chains. 449 2010 RDX Make sure they are the wrong size or improperly installed can be seriously injured or killed...by Security Chain Company (SCC). Follow all instructions in which you begin driving on cleared roads. Drive slowly with the body or chassis, stop and investigate. Maintenance When installing cables, ...front tires. Tires Tire Chains Mount tire chains on your vehicle has limited tire clearance, Acura strongly recommends using the chains listed below, made by driving conditions or local laws. Install...
...Shur Grip Z SZ343 Traction devices that are hitting any part of tire chains. 449 2010 RDX Make sure they are the wrong size or improperly installed can be seriously injured or killed...by Security Chain Company (SCC). Follow all instructions in which you begin driving on cleared roads. Drive slowly with the body or chassis, stop and investigate. Maintenance When installing cables, ...front tires. Tires Tire Chains Mount tire chains on your vehicle has limited tire clearance, Acura strongly recommends using the chains listed below, made by driving conditions or local laws. Install...