Owner's Manual
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... has entered the vehicle, be sure the doors and the tailgate are not tightly closed, the ''DOOR & TAILGATE OPEN'' message will come on. 12 2011 RDX You will also hear a beep when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position, and each condition. Your vehicle has a door and... tailgate open any door or the tailgate with the key in the ON (II) position. Protecting Adults and Teens Introduction The following pages provide instructions on how to properly protect the driver, adult passengers, ...
... has entered the vehicle, be sure the doors and the tailgate are not tightly closed, the ''DOOR & TAILGATE OPEN'' message will come on. 12 2011 RDX You will also hear a beep when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position, and each condition. Your vehicle has a door and... tailgate open any door or the tailgate with the key in the ON (II) position. Protecting Adults and Teens Introduction The following pages provide instructions on how to properly protect the driver, adult passengers, ...
Owner's Manual
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...put a seat belt over yourself or a child. For example, infants and small children left alone with the key in the ignition switch can die from accidentally falling out (see page 127). 40 2011 RDX A child left in a vehicle on a hot day can accidentally set the vehicle in a vehicle. If they... neck, they adult supervision is not in vehicles can lead to accidental injury or death. seat belt around vehicles. ● Keep vehicle keys/remote transmitters out of the reach of children. During a crash, the belt Do not leave children alone in motion, possibly injuring themselves or ...
...put a seat belt over yourself or a child. For example, infants and small children left alone with the key in the ignition switch can die from accidentally falling out (see page 127). 40 2011 RDX A child left in a vehicle on a hot day can accidentally set the vehicle in a vehicle. If they... neck, they adult supervision is not in vehicles can lead to accidental injury or death. seat belt around vehicles. ● Keep vehicle keys/remote transmitters out of the reach of children. During a crash, the belt Do not leave children alone in motion, possibly injuring themselves or ...
Owner's Manual
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Turn Signals and Headlights ...Instrument Panel Brightness ...Rear Window Defogger ...Hazard Warning Button ...Steering Wheel Adjustments ...Keys and Locks ...Immobilizer System ...Ignition Switch ...Door Locks ...Power Door Locks ...Childproof Door Locks ...Tailgate ...Remote Transmitter ...Seats... Settings ...82 Controls Near the Steering Wheel ...113 Windshield Wipers and Washers ...114 Rear Window Wiper and Washer ...115 61 2011 RDX All the essential controls are within easy reach. Instruments and Controls This section gives information about the controls and displays that contribute...
Turn Signals and Headlights ...Instrument Panel Brightness ...Rear Window Defogger ...Hazard Warning Button ...Steering Wheel Adjustments ...Keys and Locks ...Immobilizer System ...Ignition Switch ...Door Locks ...Power Door Locks ...Childproof Door Locks ...Tailgate ...Remote Transmitter ...Seats... Settings ...82 Controls Near the Steering Wheel ...113 Windshield Wipers and Washers ...114 Rear Window Wiper and Washer ...115 61 2011 RDX All the essential controls are within easy reach. Instruments and Controls This section gives information about the controls and displays that contribute...
Owner's Manual
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...anti-lock function. It will be disabled (see page 80). If this happens, take the vehicle to have inserted a properly coded ignition key. Immobilizer System Indicator This indicator comes on for several seconds when you have it indicates that the passenger's side airbag has automatically shut ... on at any other time, there is a problem in the ABS. If this indicator on the multiinformation display (see page 124). 66 2011 RDX Instrument Panel Indicators U.S. If it comes on at any other time, it checked. You will also see page 80). Canada Side Airbag Off...
...anti-lock function. It will be disabled (see page 80). If this happens, take the vehicle to have inserted a properly coded ignition key. Immobilizer System Indicator This indicator comes on for several seconds when you have it indicates that the passenger's side airbag has automatically shut ... on at any other time, there is a problem in the ABS. If this indicator on the multiinformation display (see page 124). 66 2011 RDX Instrument Panel Indicators U.S. If it comes on at any other time, it checked. You will also see page 80). Canada Side Airbag Off...
Owner's Manual
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... a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to have it checked. For more information, see page 294. 70 2011 RDX You will also sound when you open the driver's door and remove the key from the ignition switch. Take your vehicle to a dealer to the ACCESSORY (I) or the LOCK (0) position without turning...
... a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to have it checked. For more information, see page 294. 70 2011 RDX You will also sound when you open the driver's door and remove the key from the ignition switch. Take your vehicle to a dealer to the ACCESSORY (I) or the LOCK (0) position without turning...
Owner's Manual
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... pressing the INFO ( / ) button, then press the SEL/ RESET button to CUSTOMIZE MENU. CONTINUED 105 2011 RDX Press the SEL/RESET button. Press the INFO ( / ) button until you unlock the doors with the remote transmitter or the key, follow these instructions. The screen changes as shown above display. Multi-Information Display Door Lock...
... pressing the INFO ( / ) button, then press the SEL/ RESET button to CUSTOMIZE MENU. CONTINUED 105 2011 RDX Press the SEL/RESET button. Press the INFO ( / ) button until you unlock the doors with the remote transmitter or the key, follow these instructions. The screen changes as shown above display. Multi-Information Display Door Lock...
Owner's Manual
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Headlights - Turning the switch to the ACCESSORY (I) or the LOCK (0) position. Off 3. If you leave the lights on with the key removed from the ignition switch, you will return to the turns on the headlights. Parking and interior lights 4. Flash high beams 8. This indicator stays... light switch is in the or position, the lights on indicator comes on 6. Turning the switch to center when you open the driver's door. 116 2011 RDX Fog lights off 9. Turn Signals and Headlights Turn Signal - Push down on the lever to signal a left turn and up to signal a right...
Headlights - Turning the switch to the ACCESSORY (I) or the LOCK (0) position. Off 3. If you leave the lights on with the key removed from the ignition switch, you will return to the turns on the headlights. Parking and interior lights 4. Flash high beams 8. This indicator stays... light switch is in the or position, the lights on indicator comes on 6. Turning the switch to center when you open the driver's door. 116 2011 RDX Fog lights off 9. Turn Signals and Headlights Turn Signal - Push down on the lever to signal a left turn and up to signal a right...
Owner's Manual
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... high beams, pull the lever back lightly, then release it senses low ambient light. The lights will turn off automatically when you remove the key and open the driver's door. The lights will come on automatically when the outside light level becomes low (at dusk, for example). AUTO ...- The automatic lighting feature turns on the headlights and all other exterior lights when it . Instruments and Controls CONTINUED 117 2011 RDX Turn Signals and Headlights High Beams - Push the lever forward and the high beam indicator will remain on when you turn off the ...
... high beams, pull the lever back lightly, then release it senses low ambient light. The lights will turn off automatically when you remove the key and open the driver's door. The lights will come on automatically when the outside light level becomes low (at dusk, for example). AUTO ...- The automatic lighting feature turns on the headlights and all other exterior lights when it . Instruments and Controls CONTINUED 117 2011 RDX Turn Signals and Headlights High Beams - Push the lever forward and the high beam indicator will remain on when you turn off the ...
Owner's Manual
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... plate lights, and instrument panel lights within 15 seconds of the dashboard. The automatic lighting feature is controlled by a sensor located on it. 118 2011 RDX Turn Signals and Headlights Even with the automatic lighting feature turned on, we recommend that you turn on the lights manually when driving at night... or in a dense fog, or when you leave the headlight switch in the or position, remove the key, then open and close the driver's door. This feature activates if you enter dark areas such as long tunnels or parking facilities.
... plate lights, and instrument panel lights within 15 seconds of the dashboard. The automatic lighting feature is controlled by a sensor located on it. 118 2011 RDX Turn Signals and Headlights Even with the automatic lighting feature turned on, we recommend that you turn on the lights manually when driving at night... or in a dense fog, or when you leave the headlight switch in the or position, remove the key, then open and close the driver's door. This feature activates if you enter dark areas such as long tunnels or parking facilities.
Owner's Manual
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... you turn the ignition switch off by turning the switch next to the ON (II) position and release the parking brake. Instruments and Controls 119 2011 RDX Fog Lights Turn the fog lights on and off , even if you set the parking brake. You can change the ''HEADLIGHT AUTO OFF TIMER'' setting... beam indicator come on with reduced brightness when you turn the ignition switch to the headlight switch. Turn Signals and Headlights If you remove the key from the ignition switch with the headlight switch on, but do not open the door, the lights will turn off . If you unlock or open...
... you turn the ignition switch off by turning the switch next to the ON (II) position and release the parking brake. Instruments and Controls 119 2011 RDX Fog Lights Turn the fog lights on and off , even if you set the parking brake. You can change the ''HEADLIGHT AUTO OFF TIMER'' setting... beam indicator come on with reduced brightness when you turn the ignition switch to the headlight switch. Turn Signals and Headlights If you remove the key from the ignition switch with the headlight switch on, but do not open the door, the lights will turn off . If you unlock or open...
Owner's Manual
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... wheel in , and out. Push the lever up , down . 2. The valet key works only in a crash. Make sure you leave your vehicle and the valet key at a parking facility. 122 2011 RDX The master key fits all the way down , in position. 4. Make sure you have securely locked ...Wheel Adjustments Make any steering wheel adjustments before you to move it points toward your chest, not toward your vehicle. Keys and Locks MASTER KEYS VALET KEY KEY NUMBER WITH REMOTE (Light Gray) TRANSMITTER TAG Adjusting the steering wheel position while driving may cause you start driving. Adjust...
... wheel in , and out. Push the lever up , down . 2. The valet key works only in a crash. Make sure you leave your vehicle and the valet key at a parking facility. 122 2011 RDX The master key fits all the way down , in position. 4. Make sure you have securely locked ...Wheel Adjustments Make any steering wheel adjustments before you to move it points toward your chest, not toward your vehicle. Keys and Locks MASTER KEYS VALET KEY KEY NUMBER WITH REMOTE (Light Gray) TRANSMITTER TAG Adjusting the steering wheel position while driving may cause you start driving. Adjust...
Owner's Manual
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...Acura-approved key blanks. The key may prevent the engine from direct sunlight, high temperature, and high humidity. If they get a lost key replaced. The master key can be fully extended. Do not try to start the engine if the circuits are activated by the immobilizer system. To retract the key...until it is securely latched. 123 2011 RDX They will need this key number if you insert it apart. Keep the keys away from the transmitter. To use the fully-extended key when you ever have received a key number tag with your keys. If the key does not fully extend, the ...
...Acura-approved key blanks. The key may prevent the engine from direct sunlight, high temperature, and high humidity. If they get a lost key replaced. The master key can be fully extended. Do not try to start the engine if the circuits are activated by the immobilizer system. To retract the key...until it is securely latched. 123 2011 RDX They will need this key number if you insert it apart. Keep the keys away from the transmitter. To use the fully-extended key when you ever have received a key number tag with your keys. If the key does not fully extend, the ...
Owner's Manual
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... repeatedly does not recognize the coding of the device. When you leave the vehicle alone. 124 2011 RDX Do not attempt to alter this device must accept any interference that may cause undesired operation of your key, contact your vehicle from theft. As required by the party responsible for compliance could result that...
... repeatedly does not recognize the coding of the device. When you leave the vehicle alone. 124 2011 RDX Do not attempt to alter this device must accept any interference that may cause undesired operation of your key, contact your vehicle from theft. As required by the party responsible for compliance could result that...
Owner's Manual
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...If the front wheels are turned, the anti-theft lock may make it difficult to turn off the beeper. Several of the key. You will also see a ''REMOVE KEY'' message on as you let go of the indicators on the instrument panel come on the multi-information display (see page ... shift lever must be in Park before you leave the key in the ignition switch in the LOCK (0) or the ACCESSORY (I ) - You can operate the audio system and the accessory power sockets in slightly. 125 2011 RDX ACCESSORY (I ) position and open the driver's door. START (III) - Use this position....
...If the front wheels are turned, the anti-theft lock may make it difficult to turn off the beeper. Several of the key. You will also see a ''REMOVE KEY'' message on as you let go of the indicators on the instrument panel come on the multi-information display (see page ... shift lever must be in Park before you leave the key in the ignition switch in the LOCK (0) or the ACCESSORY (I ) - You can operate the audio system and the accessory power sockets in slightly. 125 2011 RDX ACCESSORY (I ) position and open the driver's door. START (III) - Use this position....
Owner's Manual
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... time within a few seconds. The lock tab on the driver's door unlocks only that door. 126 2011 RDX The remaining doors and the tailgate unlock when you turn the key, and release it. Push the top of the switch to the inside door handle. Pushing forward on the lock tab on each passenger... them. To unlock To lock Passenger's Side MASTER DOOR LOCK SWITCH All doors and the tailgate can be locked from the outside by using the key in the driver's door lock. Door Locks Power Door Locks Driver's Side LOCK TAB When the door is unlocked, you can see page 105...
... time within a few seconds. The lock tab on the driver's door unlocks only that door. 126 2011 RDX The remaining doors and the tailgate unlock when you turn the key, and release it. Push the top of the switch to the inside door handle. Pushing forward on the lock tab on each passenger... them. To unlock To lock Passenger's Side MASTER DOOR LOCK SWITCH All doors and the tailgate can be locked from the outside by using the key in the driver's door lock. Door Locks Power Door Locks Driver's Side LOCK TAB When the door is unlocked, you can see page 105...
Owner's Manual
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... Lock With the driver's door open and the key in the ignition, both master door lock switches are not disabled if the driver's door is down on the open the door, push the lock tab forward and use the outside door handle. 127 2011 RDX Each rear door has a lock lever near the... edge. To lock the driver's door, remove the key from the ignition switch and pull backward on the multiinformation display (see page 103). To open front...
... Lock With the driver's door open and the key in the ignition, both master door lock switches are not disabled if the driver's door is down on the open the door, push the lock tab forward and use the outside door handle. 127 2011 RDX Each rear door has a lock lever near the... edge. To lock the driver's door, remove the key from the ignition switch and pull backward on the multiinformation display (see page 103). To open front...
Owner's Manual
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... covered with snow or ice, you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position for up to operate. Moonroof The moonroof has a key-off the ignition switch. Make sure all passengers and objects are clear of the moonroof before closing the moonroof on someone's hands or fingers can... damage the moonroof panel or motor. 145 2011 RDX You must then turn off delay. Auto Reverse If the moonroof runs into any obstacle while it . You should always check that all hands...
... covered with snow or ice, you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position for up to operate. Moonroof The moonroof has a key-off the ignition switch. Make sure all passengers and objects are clear of the moonroof before closing the moonroof on someone's hands or fingers can... damage the moonroof panel or motor. 145 2011 RDX You must then turn off delay. Auto Reverse If the moonroof runs into any obstacle while it . You should always check that all hands...
Owner's Manual
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If you leave any door open any door. Unlock the doors with the key, lock tab on the driver's door, master door lock switch, or remote transmitter. ● ● If you do not open without the key in the ignition switch, the light(s) will go off after unlocking the driver's door... or removing the key from the ignition switch. Individual Map Lights LENSES After all doors are off , push its lens. 152 2011 RDX Interior Lights In the door activated position, both front and rear ceiling lights come on when ...
If you leave any door open any door. Unlock the doors with the key, lock tab on the driver's door, master door lock switch, or remote transmitter. ● ● If you do not open without the key in the ignition switch, the light(s) will go off after unlocking the driver's door... or removing the key from the ignition switch. Individual Map Lights LENSES After all doors are off , push its lens. 152 2011 RDX Interior Lights In the door activated position, both front and rear ceiling lights come on when ...
Owner's Manual
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... (right) position, the light does not come on. To change the ''INTERIOR LIGHT DIMMING TIME'' setting, see page 98. Unlock the driver's door. Remove the key from the ignition switch. You can adjust their brightness by turning the select/reset knob on when you : ● Cargo Area Light Instruments and Controls... in the ignition switch. ON OFF ● ● COURTESY LIGHTS The courtesy lights in each front door comes on when you open the tailgate. 153 2011 RDX In the ON (left) position, the light comes on the instrument panel.
... (right) position, the light does not come on. To change the ''INTERIOR LIGHT DIMMING TIME'' setting, see page 98. Unlock the driver's door. Remove the key from the ignition switch. You can adjust their brightness by turning the select/reset knob on when you : ● Cargo Area Light Instruments and Controls... in the ignition switch. ON OFF ● ● COURTESY LIGHTS The courtesy lights in each front door comes on when you open the tailgate. 153 2011 RDX In the ON (left) position, the light comes on the instrument panel.
Owner's Manual
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... cause serious injury to the left. Lock Front Door Pockets FRONT DOOR POCKET Instruments and Controls Always keep the glove box closed while driving. 155 2011 RDX Open the glove box by pulling the handle to your passenger in a crash, even if the passenger is wearing the seat belt. Close it ...with the master key. The interior of each front door has an extendable pocket for maps and other small, lightweight items. For safety, be sure both front door pockets...
... cause serious injury to the left. Lock Front Door Pockets FRONT DOOR POCKET Instruments and Controls Always keep the glove box closed while driving. 155 2011 RDX Open the glove box by pulling the handle to your passenger in a crash, even if the passenger is wearing the seat belt. Close it ...with the master key. The interior of each front door has an extendable pocket for maps and other small, lightweight items. For safety, be sure both front door pockets...