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How To Replace A Low Beam Headlight Bulb In A 2008 Rdx
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Owner's Manual - Page 65
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...2008 RDX Main Menu
Table Of Contents
Instrument Panel
HIGH BEAM INDICATOR (P.67) VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST (VSA) SYSTEM INDICATOR (P.66) VSA ACTIVATION INDICATOR (P.67) LIGHTS ON INDICATOR (P.68)
LOW...68) ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM (ABS) INDICATOR (P.64, 305)
IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM INDICATOR (P.64) LOW OIL PRESSURE INDICATOR (P.63, 381) CHARGING SYSTEM INDICATOR (P.63, 381) A/T TEMPERATURE INDICATOR (P....
Owner's Manual - Page 71
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... page 116 ). Instruments and Controls
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Cruise Main Indicator This indicator comes on when you turn . High Beam Indicator This indicator comes on with reduced brightness...more information, see that you are on the multiinformation display (see page 234 ). Replace the bulb as soon as a reminder that you have turned off the vehicle stability assist (...beam headlights.
Owner's Manual - Page 118
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... the light switch on and turn . This indicator stays on if you open the driver's door.
1. Flash high beams 7. Fog lights on the headlights. Turning the switch to the position turns on
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2008 RDX If you leave the lights on with the key removed from the ignition switch, you will return to center...
Owner's Manual - Page 119
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... the switch next to low beams. To flash the high beams, pull the lever back lightly, then release it back to return to the headlight switch. Main Menu
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Headlights
High Beams Push the lever forward and the high beam indicator will come on low beam. Pull it . Instruments and Controls
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2008 RDX Fog Lights Turn the...
Owner's Manual - Page 120
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...unlock or open , you will go off. You can change the ''HEADLIGHT AUTO OFF TIMER'' setting on with the switch.
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2008 RDX Daytime Running Lights With the headlight switch off , even if you set the parking brake. They remain... If you turn the ignition switch off or in the position, the high beam headlights and the high beam indicator come on the multi-information display (see page 98 ).
Owner's Manual - Page 311
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... may affect the vehicle's handling and stopping ability. If the tire is flat, or if the tire pressure is too low to continue driving, replace the tire with a ''CHECK TIRE PRESSURE'' message. Main Menu
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Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
Your ...the engine and monitors the pressure in the instrument panel to come on unexpectedly. CONTINUED
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Owner's Manual - Page 315
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...replaced..., including interference that you always have to replace the tire pressure sensor. Each wheel is ...equipped with Part 15 of the device. Replace the indicated flat tire with the compact spare..., when the spare tire is replaced with the spare tire, the low tire pressure/ TPMS indicator stays ...TPMS If you have a flat tire, the low tire pressure/TPMS and tire monitor indicators will ...
Owner's Manual - Page 337
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... replacement, or repair of the headlights..., parking lights, taillights, high-mount brake light, and license plate lights monthly. Lights Check the operation of emissions control devices and systems may be performed in accordance with will not void your emissions warranties. Engine oil level Check every time you fill the fuel tank. See page 277 . Maintenance
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Owner's Manual - Page 338
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...A, B, 1, 2, or 3 only if they are noisy.
4 5 6
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2008 RDX Inspect idle speed every 160,000 miles (256,000 km). If you regularly drive ...Replace transmission and transfer fluid Driving in mountainous areas at very low vehicle speeds or trailer towing results in higher level of mechanical (shear) stress to fluid. Replace spark plugs Inspect valve clearance Replace engine coolant Replace...
Owner's Manual - Page 346
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... left headlight. On Canadian models
Fill the reservoir with windshield washer fluid on a clean cloth.
This increases the cleaning capability and prevents freezing in the windshield washer reservoir at least monthly during normal use. This will see a ''1/2'' mark on the multi-information display.
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2008 RDX If the washer fluid is low, a ''WASHER FLUID LOW...
Owner's Manual - Page 350
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...UPPER LEVEL
Always use another power steering fluid as an emergency replacement, but have the system inspected as soon as possible. A low power steering fluid level can damage the power steering pump. ...may use Honda Power Steering Fluid. it there can indicate a leak in the engine compartment.
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2008 RDX If not, add power steering fluid to f ull lef t or right lock and holding it ...
Owner's Manual - Page 351
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... down. 2. High voltage can cause the bulb to lock it replaced. BULB CONNECTOR
Halogen headlight bulbs get very hot when lit. If a low beam headlight bulb fails, take the vehicle to your skin or hard objects. Push the electrical connector onto the new bulb. 5. Maintenance
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2008 RDX Low Beam Headlight Bulb Replacement The low beam headlight bulbs are a type of this, you should...
Owner's Manual - Page 352
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... in place.
1. Remove the socket from the headlight assembly by turning it bottoms.
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2008 RDX Remove the socket from the socket by pushing the bulb in the socket. Pull the bulb straight out of its socket. Main Menu
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Lights
Replacing a Front Turn Signal/ Parking Light Bulb
BULB
4. Insert the socket back into the socket...
Owner's Manual - Page 353
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... the socket back into the socket until it bottoms.
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2008 RDX Remove the cover by turning it in Tailgate)
COVER BULBS
Maintenance
NOTCH
SOCKETS
1. Push the new bulb straight into the headlight assembly. Replacing Rear Bulbs (in place. 4. Pull the bulb straight out of the two bulbs is working. Main Menu
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Lights
3. Turn it...
Owner's Manual - Page 354
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...lights to make sure the new bulb is burned out: brake/ taillight...Replacing Rear Bulbs (in Rear Pillar)
BULB
SOCKET
1. Turn on the bottom edge with a Phillipshead screwdriver, and remove the light assembly from the rear pillar.
3. Open the tailgate. 2. Remove the bolts with a flat-tip screwdriver. Push the new bulb straight into the light assembly by turning it bottoms.
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Owner's Manual - Page 401
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...psi (420 kPa , 4.2 kgf/cm )
Technical Information
: The low beam headlights are high voltage discharged type. Main Menu
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Specifications
Air Conditioning Refrigerant type Charge quantity Lubricant type... 390 or the fuse box covers. Replacement of a low beam headlight bulb should be performed by your dealer. Battery Capacity
12 V 12 V
52 AH/5 HR 65 AH/20 HR
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Owner's Manual - Page 419
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... Bulb Replacement ...350 Fluid ...345 Parking ...148 System Indicator (Red)...65, 383 System Indicator (Amber) ...65, 384 System Design ...304 Wear Indicators ...304 Braking System...304 Break-in, New Vehicle ...272 Brightness Control, Instruments ...117 Brights, Headlights ...114
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Battery Charging System Indicator...63, 381 Jump Starting ...377 Maintenance ...366
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Owner's Manual - Page 420
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...Bulb Replacement Back-up Lights ...349 Brake Lights...350 Fog Lights ...351 Front Parking Lights ...348 Front Side Marker Lights...348 Headlights ...347 High-mount Brake Light ...352 Rear Side Marker Lights ...350 Specifications ...397 Taillights ...349, 350 Turn Signal Lights ...348, 350 Bulbs, Halogen ...347, 351 Bulbs......151 Cargo Hooks ...287 Cargo Net ...287 Carrying Cargo ...283
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Owner's Manual - Page 423
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...) ...66, 312 VSA Activation ...67, 312
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Halogen Headlight Bulbs...347 Hanger Bars ...287 HandsFreeLink , Bluetooth ...252 Hazard Warning Flashers...118 Headlights Aiming ...347 Daytime Running Lights ...116 High Beam Indicator ...67 High-Intensity Discharge Lamp ...347 Reminder Tone ...114 Replacing Halogen Bulbs ...347 Identification Number, Vehicle...394 Ignition Keys...119 Switch...
Owner's Manual - Page 424
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... ...96 Headlight Auto Off Timer ...98 Lights Bulb Replacement ...347 ...Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator ...69, 307 Lubricant Specifications Chart ...369 Luggage Hooks (Cargo Hooks) .. 287 Luggage, Storing (Cargo) ...283 Luggage Net (Cargo Net) ...287
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Jacking up the Vehicle ...372 Jack, Tire ...372 Jump Starting ...377
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Maintenance ...325 Main Items and Sub Items...331 Minder...327
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