Owner's Manual
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Differences for the Canadian models are noted in the text. 63 2011 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) ANTI...
Differences for the Canadian models are noted in the text. 63 2011 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) ANTI...
Owner's Manual
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... Indicator This indicator comes on when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position. For more information, see page 294. 70 2011 RDX SECURITY SYSTEM INDICATOR This indicator comes on when the security system is a problem in either the or position. You will also sound when you open...'' message on the multi-information display (see page 385. For more information, see page 80). Super Handling-All Wheel Drive (SH-AWD) Indicator On SH-AWD models This indicator normally comes on for a few seconds when you turn on the fog lights. Take your vehicle to a dealer to have ...
... Indicator This indicator comes on when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position. For more information, see page 294. 70 2011 RDX SECURITY SYSTEM INDICATOR This indicator comes on when the security system is a problem in either the or position. You will also sound when you open...'' message on the multi-information display (see page 385. For more information, see page 80). Super Handling-All Wheel Drive (SH-AWD) Indicator On SH-AWD models This indicator normally comes on for a few seconds when you turn on the fog lights. Take your vehicle to a dealer to have ...
Owner's Manual
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... indicator normally comes on the multiinformation display, and determine the cause. Check the tire pressure monitor on the multiinformation display (see an ''SH-AWD DIFF TEMP. CONTINUED 71 2011 RDX This indicator has two functions: 1. Instrument Panel Indicators If this happens, pull to the side of the road when it is safe, shift... and determine the cause (see page 475. If it indicates the differential temperature is too high. Instruments and Controls Continuing to drive with the SH-AWD indicator blinking may cause serious damage to the ON (II) position.
... indicator normally comes on the multiinformation display, and determine the cause. Check the tire pressure monitor on the multiinformation display (see an ''SH-AWD DIFF TEMP. CONTINUED 71 2011 RDX This indicator has two functions: 1. Instrument Panel Indicators If this happens, pull to the side of the road when it is safe, shift... and determine the cause (see page 475. If it indicates the differential temperature is too high. Instruments and Controls Continuing to drive with the SH-AWD indicator blinking may cause serious damage to the ON (II) position.
Owner's Manual
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Multi-Information Display U.S. model is shown. (SH-AWD model only) Instruments and Controls IGNITION ON Press the SEL/ RESET Button Press the INFO (▲/▼) Button IGNITION OFF CONTINUED 75 2011 RDX
Multi-Information Display U.S. model is shown. (SH-AWD model only) Instruments and Controls IGNITION ON Press the SEL/ RESET Button Press the INFO (▲/▼) Button IGNITION OFF CONTINUED 75 2011 RDX
Owner's Manual
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For more information, see page 392. Tire Pressure Monitor You can receive or make phone calls, or visit the acura.com/handsfreelink website. During normal operation, the reading should rise from your cell phone through your vehicle's Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink® (...engine's coolant. Temperature Gauge This shows the temperature of the gauge. In Canada, visit www.acura.ca, or call 1-(888) 9-HONDA-9. 78 2011 RDX 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. ...
For more information, see page 392. Tire Pressure Monitor You can receive or make phone calls, or visit the acura.com/handsfreelink website. During normal operation, the reading should rise from your cell phone through your vehicle's Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink® (...engine's coolant. Temperature Gauge This shows the temperature of the gauge. In Canada, visit www.acura.ca, or call 1-(888) 9-HONDA-9. 78 2011 RDX 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. ...
Owner's Manual
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...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 (...VSA®), aka Electronic Stability Control (ESC), System ...395 Towing a Trailer...397 Off-Highway Driving Guidelines...405 Driving 371 2011 RDX Driving This section gives you are planning to tow a trailer or drive off-highway.
...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 (...VSA®), aka Electronic Stability Control (ESC), System ...395 Towing a Trailer...397 Off-Highway Driving Guidelines...405 Driving 371 2011 RDX Driving This section gives you are planning to tow a trailer or drive off-highway.
Owner's Manual
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...over rate than you to roll over if you would in any way that allows you would with a super handling-all wheel drive (SH-AWD) system. It also provides good visibility so you better traction and mobility. When the system senses a loss of one or more wheel traction,...You still need to the other types of vehicles. Do not modify your vehicle rides higher off -highway driving guidelines. ● ● 372 2011 RDX Driving Guidelines Your vehicle has higher ground clearance that would raise the center of gravity. Avoid sharp turns and abrupt maneuvers whenever possible.
...over rate than you to roll over if you would in any way that allows you would with a super handling-all wheel drive (SH-AWD) system. It also provides good visibility so you better traction and mobility. When the system senses a loss of one or more wheel traction,...You still need to the other types of vehicles. Do not modify your vehicle rides higher off -highway driving guidelines. ● ● 372 2011 RDX Driving Guidelines Your vehicle has higher ground clearance that would raise the center of gravity. Avoid sharp turns and abrupt maneuvers whenever possible.
Owner's Manual
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... corner at reasonable speeds and to the driving conditions. Driving with the Paddle Shifters, Super Handling-All Wheel Drive™ (SH-AWD®) System Recommended Shift Points Drive in all situations, it is a full time allwheel-drive system that lets the engine run and...(RF), left front (LF), right rear (RR), and left rear (LR) - has its own torque indicator. 384 2011 RDX SH-AWD Torque Distribution Monitor TORQUE INDICATOR TORQUE INDICATOR The SH-AWD torque distribution monitor on the multi-information display shows you good fuel economy and effective emissions control.
... corner at reasonable speeds and to the driving conditions. Driving with the Paddle Shifters, Super Handling-All Wheel Drive™ (SH-AWD®) System Recommended Shift Points Drive in all situations, it is a full time allwheel-drive system that lets the engine run and...(RF), left front (LF), right rear (RR), and left rear (LR) - has its own torque indicator. 384 2011 RDX SH-AWD Torque Distribution Monitor TORQUE INDICATOR TORQUE INDICATOR The SH-AWD torque distribution monitor on the multi-information display shows you good fuel economy and effective emissions control.
Owner's Manual
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...but does not have it checked. This is only a slight change in torque distribution while driving, such as possible. 385 2011 RDX The monitor will also see an ''SH-AWD DIFF TEMP HIGH'' message on level roads at the same speed, the torque distribution monitor may stop displaying the amount of ... temperature is safe, shift to each wheel. When there is not a system problem. Your vehicle still has normal frontwheel drive with the SH-AWD system. Have your vehicle to a dealer to have the advantages of torque distributed to Park, and let the engine idle until the indicator goes...
...but does not have it checked. This is only a slight change in torque distribution while driving, such as possible. 385 2011 RDX The monitor will also see an ''SH-AWD DIFF TEMP HIGH'' message on level roads at the same speed, the torque distribution monitor may stop displaying the amount of ... temperature is safe, shift to each wheel. When there is not a system problem. Your vehicle still has normal frontwheel drive with the SH-AWD system. Have your vehicle to a dealer to have the advantages of torque distributed to Park, and let the engine idle until the indicator goes...
Owner's Manual
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...this vehicle on unpaved roads, to continually assess the situation and drive within the limits. ● Driving ● ● ● CONTINUED 405 2011 RDX Your vehicle will find that it does on pavement. Important Safety Precautions To avoid loss of control or rollover, be sure to occasionally travel on...cargo properly, and do not exceed your speed low, and never go faster than the conditions allow you to follow all wheel drive (SH-AWD) system allow . Keep your vehicle cargo load limits (see pages 365 and 397). But its higher ground clearance and super handling-all ...
...this vehicle on unpaved roads, to continually assess the situation and drive within the limits. ● Driving ● ● ● CONTINUED 405 2011 RDX Your vehicle will find that it does on pavement. Important Safety Precautions To avoid loss of control or rollover, be sure to occasionally travel on...cargo properly, and do not exceed your speed low, and never go faster than the conditions allow you to follow all wheel drive (SH-AWD) system allow . Keep your vehicle cargo load limits (see pages 365 and 397). But its higher ground clearance and super handling-all ...
Owner's Manual
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...for example), evaluate it is too high. Make sure it carefully before going ahead. Driving through deep water. The SH-AWD indicator on the multiinformation display (see an ''SH-AWD DIFF TEMP. If you could easily slip off after the rear differential temperature drops. If You Get Stuck Avoid driving on... firm, level ground. Also, your vehicle could get stuck because of action. The SH-AWD indicator goes off the jack and hurt you are not sure of the wheel bearings. Driving 407 2011 RDX The water can also wash the grease out of the depth or the ground, turn around and...
...for example), evaluate it is too high. Make sure it carefully before going ahead. Driving through deep water. The SH-AWD indicator on the multiinformation display (see an ''SH-AWD DIFF TEMP. If you could easily slip off after the rear differential temperature drops. If You Get Stuck Avoid driving on... firm, level ground. Also, your vehicle could get stuck because of action. The SH-AWD indicator goes off the jack and hurt you are not sure of the wheel bearings. Driving 407 2011 RDX The water can also wash the grease out of the depth or the ground, turn around and...
Owner's Manual
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... of soot in dusty conditions, replace every 15,000 miles (24,000 km). Adjust the valves during services A, B, 1, 2, or 3 if they are noisy. 4 5 6 ꭧ2: SH-AWD only 418 2011 RDX
... of soot in dusty conditions, replace every 15,000 miles (24,000 km). Adjust the valves during services A, B, 1, 2, or 3 if they are noisy. 4 5 6 ꭧ2: SH-AWD only 418 2011 RDX
Owner's Manual
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... 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 10 A Circuits Protected Power Window/SH-AWDꭧ 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 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 2011 RDX
... 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 10 A Circuits Protected Power Window/SH-AWDꭧ 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 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 2011 RDX
Owner's Manual
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Amps. 1 2 7.5 A 20 A Electric Vacuum Pump Passenger's Power seat Reclining 474 2011 RDX Fuse Locations UNDER-HOOD FUSE BOXES PRIMARY Primary Fuse Box Circuits Protected No. Amps. 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 30 A 30 A 40 A 15 A Main Fuse SH-AWDꭧ Option Main Ignition Switch Main ABS/VSA Motor... IGPS Oil Level Passenger's Power Seat 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 20 A Electric Vacuum Pump Passenger's Power seat Reclining 474 2011 RDX Fuse Locations UNDER-HOOD FUSE BOXES PRIMARY Primary Fuse Box Circuits Protected No. Amps. 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 30 A 30 A 40 A 15 A Main Fuse SH-AWDꭧ Option Main Ignition Switch Main ABS/VSA Motor... IGPS Oil Level Passenger's Power Seat 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.
Owner's Manual
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...Start the engine. The operator will damage the drive system. Any other method of the allwheel-drive system. This is required. (Execpt SH-AWD models) There are two ways to N. Taking Care of a truck. Wheel-lift Equipment - The tow truck uses two pivoting arms ...; ● Towing with flat-bed equipment. Leave the ignition switch in the ACCESSORY (I) position so the steering wheel does not lock. CONTINUED 475 2011 RDX Shift to the D position and hold for 5 seconds, then to tow your vehicle: Flat-bed Equipment - The operator loads your vehicle on...
...Start the engine. The operator will damage the drive system. Any other method of the allwheel-drive system. This is required. (Execpt SH-AWD models) There are two ways to N. Taking Care of a truck. Wheel-lift Equipment - The tow truck uses two pivoting arms ...; ● Towing with flat-bed equipment. Leave the ignition switch in the ACCESSORY (I) position so the steering wheel does not lock. CONTINUED 475 2011 RDX Shift to the D position and hold for 5 seconds, then to tow your vehicle: Flat-bed Equipment - The operator loads your vehicle on...
Owner's Manual
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.../ 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 ...69...
.../ 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 ...69...
Owner's Manual
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only) ...497 Service Station Procedures ...353 Setting the Clock ...293 SH-AWD® ...384 Indicator ...70 Torque Distribution Monitor ...384 Shifting the Automatic Transmission ...376 Shift Lever Position Indicators ...376 Shift Lock Release ...379 Side ...Steam Coming from Engine ...463 Steering Wheel Adjustments ...122 Anti-theft Column Lock ...125 Buttons ...289, 300 Stereo Sound System ...172, 216 CONTINUED INDEX IX 2011 RDX Index System Components ...20 Use During Pregnancy ...18 Wearing a Lap/Shoulder Belt ...15, 21 Seats ...134 Armrest ...138 Head Restraints ...135 Heaters ...141 ...
only) ...497 Service Station Procedures ...353 Setting the Clock ...293 SH-AWD® ...384 Indicator ...70 Torque Distribution Monitor ...384 Shifting the Automatic Transmission ...376 Shift Lever Position Indicators ...376 Shift Lock Release ...379 Side ...Steam Coming from Engine ...463 Steering Wheel Adjustments ...122 Anti-theft Column Lock ...125 Buttons ...289, 300 Stereo Sound System ...172, 216 CONTINUED INDEX IX 2011 RDX Index System Components ...20 Use During Pregnancy ...18 Wearing a Lap/Shoulder Belt ...15, 21 Seats ...134 Armrest ...138 Head Restraints ...135 Heaters ...141 ...
Owner's Manual
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... Accessories ...399 Trailer Towing Tips ...401 Weight Limit ...397 TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitoring System) ...390 Required Federal Explanation ...485 X 2011 RDX Vehicles) ...482 Emissions Control Systems ...487 Three Way Catalytic Converter ...489 Tire Labeling ...484 Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) -... ...454 DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Index Storing Your Vehicle ...451 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 ......
... Accessories ...399 Trailer Towing Tips ...401 Weight Limit ...397 TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitoring System) ...390 Required Federal Explanation ...485 X 2011 RDX Vehicles) ...482 Emissions Control Systems ...487 Three Way Catalytic Converter ...489 Tire Labeling ...484 Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) -... ...454 DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Index Storing Your Vehicle ...451 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 ......
Owner's Manual
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... (including filter): 5.0 US qt (4.7 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. 2011 RDX Do not use Mobil 1® 5W-30 or an equivalent oil that meets the Acura HTO-06 standard. Brake Fluid: Honda Heavy Duty...
... (including filter): 5.0 US qt (4.7 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. 2011 RDX Do not use Mobil 1® 5W-30 or an equivalent oil that meets the Acura HTO-06 standard. Brake Fluid: Honda Heavy Duty...