Owner's Manual
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Differences for the Canadian models are noted in the text. 63 2010 RDX Instrument Panel VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST (VSA) HIGH BEAM INDICATOR (P. 69) SYSTEM INDICATOR (P. 68) VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST (VSA) ACTIVATION INDICATOR (P. 69) FOG LIGHT ... 69) SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS) INDICATOR (P. 32, 65) SIDE AIRBAG OFF INDICATOR (P. 32, 66) PARKING BRAKE AND BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR (RED) (P. 67, 467) SH-AWD INDICATORꭧ (P. 70) IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM INDICATOR (P. 66) LOW OIL PRESSURE INDICATOR (P. 65, 465) CHARGING SYSTEM INDICATOR (P. 65, 465) SYSTEM MESSAGE INDICATOR (P. 72) ...
Differences for the Canadian models are noted in the text. 63 2010 RDX Instrument Panel VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST (VSA) HIGH BEAM INDICATOR (P. 69) SYSTEM INDICATOR (P. 68) VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST (VSA) ACTIVATION INDICATOR (P. 69) FOG LIGHT ... 69) SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS) INDICATOR (P. 32, 65) SIDE AIRBAG OFF INDICATOR (P. 32, 66) PARKING BRAKE AND BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR (RED) (P. 67, 467) SH-AWD INDICATORꭧ (P. 70) IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM INDICATOR (P. 66) LOW OIL PRESSURE INDICATOR (P. 65, 465) CHARGING SYSTEM INDICATOR (P. 65, 465) SYSTEM MESSAGE INDICATOR (P. 72) ...
Owner's Manual
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Fog Light Indicator This indicator comes on the multi-information display (see page 294. 70 2010 RDX For more information, see page 80). You will also see a ''CHECK SH-AWD SYSTEM'' message on when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position. For more information, see page ...turning off the light switch, this indicator comes on . SECURITY SYSTEM INDICATOR This indicator comes on when the light switch is in the SH-AWD system. It comes on when the security system is a problem in either the or position. Instrument Panel Indicators Security System Indicator ...
Fog Light Indicator This indicator comes on the multi-information display (see page 294. 70 2010 RDX For more information, see page 80). You will also see a ''CHECK SH-AWD SYSTEM'' message on when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position. For more information, see page ...turning off the light switch, this indicator comes on . SECURITY SYSTEM INDICATOR This indicator comes on when the light switch is in the SH-AWD system. It comes on when the security system is a problem in either the or position. Instrument Panel Indicators Security System Indicator ...
Owner's Manual
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... service. You will also see page 385. HIGH'' message on the multiinformation display (see page 475. Instruments and Controls Continuing to drive with the SH-AWD indicator blinking may cause serious damage to Park, and let the engine idle until the indicator goes out. Pull to the side of the... road when it checked. CONTINUED 71 2010 RDX You will also see a ''CHECK TIRE PRESSURE'' message on the multiinformation display (see page 392). If it is because of a flat tire, have it ...
... service. You will also see page 385. HIGH'' message on the multiinformation display (see page 475. Instruments and Controls Continuing to drive with the SH-AWD indicator blinking may cause serious damage to Park, and let the engine idle until the indicator goes out. Pull to the side of the... road when it checked. CONTINUED 71 2010 RDX You will also see a ''CHECK TIRE PRESSURE'' message on the multiinformation display (see page 392). If it is because of a flat tire, have it ...
Owner's Manual
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Multi-Information Display U.S. model is shown. (SH-AWD model only) IGNITION ON Instruments and Controls Press the SEL/ RESET Button Press the INFO (▲/▼) Button IGNITION OFF CONTINUED 75 2010 RDX
Multi-Information Display U.S. model is shown. (SH-AWD model only) IGNITION ON Instruments and Controls Press the SEL/ RESET Button Press the INFO (▲/▼) Button IGNITION OFF CONTINUED 75 2010 RDX
Owner's Manual
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...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 If one or more information, see page 392. Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink® You can see the pressure of each wheel. To ...the road. If it reaches the ''H'' mark, pull safely to near the ''H (Hot)'' mark of the gauge. Multi-Information Display SH-AWD Torque Distribution Monitor On SH-AWD models This monitor shows how much torque is being delivered to each tire in this system. See page 463 for instructions on...
...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 If one or more information, see page 392. Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink® You can see the pressure of each wheel. To ...the road. If it reaches the ''H'' mark, pull safely to near the ''H (Hot)'' mark of the gauge. Multi-Information Display SH-AWD Torque Distribution Monitor On SH-AWD models This monitor shows how much torque is being delivered to each tire in this system. See page 463 for instructions on...
Owner's Manual
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It also includes important information on parking your vehicle, the braking system, the Super Handling-All Wheel Drive™ (SH-AWD®) system, the vehicle stability assist (VSA®) system, the tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS), and facts you need if ... ...372 Preparing to Drive ...373 Starting the Engine ...374 Automatic Transmission ...376 Driving with the Paddle Shifters ...380 Super Handling-All Wheel Drive™ (SH-AWD®) System ...384 Parking ...386 Braking System ...387 Anti-lock Brakes (ABS) ...388 Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) ...390 Vehicle Stability Assist...
It also includes important information on parking your vehicle, the braking system, the Super Handling-All Wheel Drive™ (SH-AWD®) system, the vehicle stability assist (VSA®) system, the tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS), and facts you need if ... ...372 Preparing to Drive ...373 Starting the Engine ...374 Automatic Transmission ...376 Driving with the Paddle Shifters ...380 Super Handling-All Wheel Drive™ (SH-AWD®) System ...384 Parking ...386 Braking System ...387 Anti-lock Brakes (ABS) ...388 Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) ...390 Vehicle Stability Assist...
Owner's Manual
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... the same care when accelerating, steering, and braking that you would in any way that would with a super handling-all wheel drive (SH-AWD) system. You still need to roll over if you make abrupt turns. To prevent rollovers or loss of one or more wheel traction...● Take corners at slower speeds than other wheels. Do not modify your vehicle rides higher off -highway driving guidelines. ● ● 372 2010 RDX This gives you better traction and mobility. Do not carry heavy cargo on the roof. ● Your vehicle is equipped with a passenger vehicle. Because...
... the same care when accelerating, steering, and braking that you would in any way that would with a super handling-all wheel drive (SH-AWD) system. You still need to roll over if you make abrupt turns. To prevent rollovers or loss of one or more wheel traction...● Take corners at slower speeds than other wheels. Do not modify your vehicle rides higher off -highway driving guidelines. ● ● 372 2010 RDX This gives you better traction and mobility. Do not carry heavy cargo on the roof. ● Your vehicle is equipped with a passenger vehicle. Because...
Owner's Manual
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... left front (LF), right rear (RR), and left rear (LR) ꭚ has its own torque indicator. 384 2010 RDX Recommended Shift Points Super Handling-All Wheel Drive™ (SH-AWD®) System If equipped The super handling-all wheels independently, according to the driving conditions. You will give you ...the amount of safety. While the SH-AWD system helps to enhance the vehicle's driving stability in all situations, it is a full time allwheel-drive system that lets the ...
... left front (LF), right rear (RR), and left rear (LR) ꭚ has its own torque indicator. 384 2010 RDX Recommended Shift Points Super Handling-All Wheel Drive™ (SH-AWD®) System If equipped The super handling-all wheels independently, according to the driving conditions. You will give you ...the amount of safety. While the SH-AWD system helps to enhance the vehicle's driving stability in all situations, it is a full time allwheel-drive system that lets the ...
Owner's Manual
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... distribution while driving, such as cruising on level roads at the same speed, the torque distribution monitor may stop displaying the amount of SH-AWD. When there is too high. This is a problem with vehicle stability assist (VSA), but does not have it is displayed as possible.... 385 2010 RDX If the SH-AWD indicator on the instrument panel stays on, and the ''CHECK SH-AWD SYSTEM'' message also appears on the multiinformation display. The monitor will also see an...
... distribution while driving, such as cruising on level roads at the same speed, the torque distribution monitor may stop displaying the amount of SH-AWD. When there is too high. This is a problem with vehicle stability assist (VSA), but does not have it is displayed as possible.... 385 2010 RDX If the SH-AWD indicator on the instrument panel stays on, and the ''CHECK SH-AWD SYSTEM'' message also appears on the multiinformation display. The monitor will also see an...
Owner's Manual
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... on pavement. If you and your passengers always wear seat belts. So be seriously injured or killed. ● Follow all wheel drive (SH-AWD) system allow . Your vehicle will find that it does on unpaved roads, to campgrounds, picnic sites, and similar locations. Be sure... the conditions allow you to continually assess the situation and drive within the limits. ● Driving ● ● ● CONTINUED 405 2010 RDX Keep your speed low, and never go faster than conditions permit. It's up to you to occasionally travel on pavement. Wherever you drive, make...
... on pavement. If you and your passengers always wear seat belts. So be seriously injured or killed. ● Follow all wheel drive (SH-AWD) system allow . Your vehicle will find that it does on unpaved roads, to campgrounds, picnic sites, and similar locations. Be sure... the conditions allow you to continually assess the situation and drive within the limits. ● Driving ● ● ● CONTINUED 405 2010 RDX Keep your speed low, and never go faster than conditions permit. It's up to you to occasionally travel on pavement. Wherever you drive, make...
Owner's Manual
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...to try getting unstuck. It can also wash the grease out of the depth or the ground, turn around and find another route. The SH-AWD indicator goes off the jack and hurt you are not sure of the wheel bearings. If You Get Stuck Avoid driving on the ...ground underneath. If this happens, stop and allow everything to get unstuck, you could easily slip off after the rear differential temperature drops. Driving 407 2010 RDX Make sure it carefully before going ahead. If you or someone else. HIGH'' message on firm, level ground. Driving through deep water. Off-Highway...
...to try getting unstuck. It can also wash the grease out of the depth or the ground, turn around and find another route. The SH-AWD indicator goes off the jack and hurt you are not sure of the wheel bearings. If You Get Stuck Avoid driving on the ...ground underneath. If this happens, stop and allow everything to get unstuck, you could easily slip off after the rear differential temperature drops. Driving 407 2010 RDX Make sure it carefully before going ahead. If you or someone else. HIGH'' message on firm, level ground. Driving through deep water. Off-Highway...
Owner's Manual
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... Used Radio HAC Daytime Running Light FR Wiper STS Taking Care of the Unexpected No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Amps. 7.5 A 20 A 15 A 7.5 A 15 A 20 A 7.5 A 10A Circuits Protected Power Window / SH-AWDꬕ Fuel Pump ACG ABS/VSA Heated Seat FR Fog Lights Driver's Power Seat Lumbar Support RR Wiper No. 9 10 11 12 13 14... A 15 A Circuits Protected OPDS Meter SRS Right Headlight High Left Headlight High Small Lights (Interior) Small Lights (Exterior) Right Headlight Low Left Headlight Low ꭧ: SH-AWD models only CONTINUED 473 2010 RDX
... Used Radio HAC Daytime Running Light FR Wiper STS Taking Care of the Unexpected No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Amps. 7.5 A 20 A 15 A 7.5 A 15 A 20 A 7.5 A 10A Circuits Protected Power Window / SH-AWDꬕ Fuel Pump ACG ABS/VSA Heated Seat FR Fog Lights Driver's Power Seat Lumbar Support RR Wiper No. 9 10 11 12 13 14... A 15 A Circuits Protected OPDS Meter SRS Right Headlight High Left Headlight High Small Lights (Interior) Small Lights (Exterior) Right Headlight Low Left Headlight Low ꭧ: SH-AWD models only CONTINUED 473 2010 RDX
Owner's Manual
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.... 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 100 A 30 A 80 A 50 A 40 A 20 A 50 A 40 A 30 A 30 A 30A 30A 40A 15A Main Fuse SH-AWDꬕ Option Main Ignition Switch Main ABS/VSA Motor ABS/VSA Fail Safe Headlight Main Power Window Main Passenger's Power Seat Reclining Main Fan ...Sliding Electric Vacuum Pump IG Coil FI Main MG Clutch DBW Interior Light Back Up SECONDARY ꭧ: On SH-AWD models only Secondary Fuse Box Circuits Protected No. Amps. 1 2 7.5 A 20A Electric Vacuum Pump Passenger's Power seat Reclining 474 2010 RDX Fuse Locations UNDER-HOOD FUSE BOXES PRIMARY Primary Fuse Box Circuits Protected No.
.... 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 100 A 30 A 80 A 50 A 40 A 20 A 50 A 40 A 30 A 30 A 30A 30A 40A 15A Main Fuse SH-AWDꬕ Option Main Ignition Switch Main ABS/VSA Motor ABS/VSA Fail Safe Headlight Main Power Window Main Passenger's Power Seat Reclining Main Fan ...Sliding Electric Vacuum Pump IG Coil FI Main MG Clutch DBW Interior Light Back Up SECONDARY ꭧ: On SH-AWD models only Secondary Fuse Box Circuits Protected No. Amps. 1 2 7.5 A 20A Electric Vacuum Pump Passenger's Power seat Reclining 474 2010 RDX Fuse Locations UNDER-HOOD FUSE BOXES PRIMARY Primary Fuse Box Circuits Protected No.
Owner's Manual
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It is very dangerous. (On SH-AWD models) The only way you contact the towing agency, inform them off the engine. This is with the front wheels on a flat-bed truck .... Your vehicle should be transported on the ground, do this: ● Start the engine. CONTINUED 475 2010 RDX Shift to D position for 5 seconds, then to be towed with flat-bed equipment. This is required. (Execpt SH-AWD models) There are two ways to transport your vehicle on the back of towing will load...
It is very dangerous. (On SH-AWD models) The only way you contact the towing agency, inform them off the engine. This is with the front wheels on a flat-bed truck .... Your vehicle should be transported on the ground, do this: ● Start the engine. CONTINUED 475 2010 RDX Shift to D position for 5 seconds, then to be towed with flat-bed equipment. This is required. (Execpt SH-AWD models) There are two ways to transport your vehicle on the back of towing will load...
Owner's Manual
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... Tire Pressure/ TPMS ...71, 390 Maintenance Minder ...411 Malfunction Indicator Lamp ...65, 466 Passenger Airbag Off ...33 Seat Belt Reminder ...20, 64 Security System ...70 SH-AWD® ...70 Side Airbag Off ...32, 66 SRS ...32, 65 System Message ...72 TPMS/Tire Pressure Monitor ...71, 390 Turn Signal and Hazard Warning... Installing a Child Seat ...45 Instrument Panel ...63 Instrument Panel Brightness ...120 Instruments and Controls ...61 Intercooler ...439 Interface Dial ...216 Interior Lights ...151 CONTINUED INDEX V 2010 RDX
... Tire Pressure/ TPMS ...71, 390 Maintenance Minder ...411 Malfunction Indicator Lamp ...65, 466 Passenger Airbag Off ...33 Seat Belt Reminder ...20, 64 Security System ...70 SH-AWD® ...70 Side Airbag Off ...32, 66 SRS ...32, 65 System Message ...72 TPMS/Tire Pressure Monitor ...71, 390 Turn Signal and Hazard Warning... Installing a Child Seat ...45 Instrument Panel ...63 Instrument Panel Brightness ...120 Instruments and Controls ...61 Intercooler ...439 Interface Dial ...216 Interior Lights ...151 CONTINUED INDEX V 2010 RDX
Owner's Manual
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Index Service Intervals ...411 Service Station Procedures ...353 Setting the Clock ...293 SH-AWD® ...384 Indicator ...70 Torque Distribution Monitor ...384 Shift Lever Position Indicators ...376 Shift Lock Release ...379 Shifting the Automatic Transmission ......125 Buttons ...289, 300 Position Memory ...148 Stereo Sound System ...172, 216 Storing Your Vehicle ...452 Sun Visor ...157 Super Handling-All Wheel Drive™ (SH-AWD®) System ...384 Supplemental Restraint System ...10, 24 Servicing ...34 SRS Indicator ...32, 65 System Components ...24 System Messages ...79 T Tachometer ...73...
Index Service Intervals ...411 Service Station Procedures ...353 Setting the Clock ...293 SH-AWD® ...384 Indicator ...70 Torque Distribution Monitor ...384 Shift Lever Position Indicators ...376 Shift Lock Release ...379 Shifting the Automatic Transmission ......125 Buttons ...289, 300 Position Memory ...148 Stereo Sound System ...172, 216 Storing Your Vehicle ...452 Sun Visor ...157 Super Handling-All Wheel Drive™ (SH-AWD®) System ...384 Supplemental Restraint System ...10, 24 Servicing ...34 SRS Indicator ...32, 65 System Components ...24 System Messages ...79 T Tachometer ...73...
Owner's Manual
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.../Rear: 32 psi (220 kPa , 2.2 kgf/cm2) Spare Tire Pressure: 60 psi (420 kPa , 4.2 kgf/cm2) Avoid driving with SH-AWD Rear Differential Fluid: Use Acura ATF-Z1 (automatic transmission fluid) only. Oil change capacity (including filter): 5.0 US qt (4.7 L) On models with an extremely low fuel level.... Capacity: SH-AWD differential case 2.67 US qt (2.53 L) On models with SH-AWD Transfer Assembly Fluid: SAE 90 or SAE 80W-90 viscosity hypoid gear oil, API service classified GL4 or GL5 only. 2010 RDX Power Steering Fluid: Acura Power Steering Fluid preferred, or ...
.../Rear: 32 psi (220 kPa , 2.2 kgf/cm2) Spare Tire Pressure: 60 psi (420 kPa , 4.2 kgf/cm2) Avoid driving with SH-AWD Rear Differential Fluid: Use Acura ATF-Z1 (automatic transmission fluid) only. Oil change capacity (including filter): 5.0 US qt (4.7 L) On models with an extremely low fuel level.... Capacity: SH-AWD differential case 2.67 US qt (2.53 L) On models with SH-AWD Transfer Assembly Fluid: SAE 90 or SAE 80W-90 viscosity hypoid gear oil, API service classified GL4 or GL5 only. 2010 RDX Power Steering Fluid: Acura Power Steering Fluid preferred, or ...