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2009 Acura RDX Owners Manual

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Oil Life Display Oil Pressure Indicator Oil, What Kind to Use Overheating Specifications Speed Limiter Starting . 63, 382 . 327 . 63, 381 ........ . 336 .............. . 379 ............................... . 396 ............................ . 295 ............................ ....................................... . 292 Evaporative Emissions Controls . 403 ....... . 404 Exhaust Emissions Controls Exhaust Fumes . 56 ............................... Expectant Mothers, Use of Seat Belts by ........................................ . 17 Fan, Interior Features Filling the Fuel Tank Filters ................................... ......................................... .................... Dust and Pollen Oil ......................... ............................................... ........... ................... ..................................... Flashers, Hazard Warning Flat Tire, Changing a Floor Mats Fluids . 162 . 159 . 273 . 355 . 338 . 118 . 371 . 354 Automatic Transmission Brake Power Steering Windshield Washer .......... .......................................... .......................... .................. .............. ........................ . 343 . 345 . 346 . 342 . 135 . 118 Folding Rear Seat Down Four-way Flashers Front Airbags Driverâ€™s Side Passengerâ€™s Side Front Door Pockets Front Seat ............................ ..................... ...................... . 9, 25 . 9, 25 . 152 Adjusting Heaters .................................... ....................................... . 131 . 138 Fuel ................................................. ..................... ............................. ...................... ..................... ........................................... AVG. Fuel A/B Fill Door and Cap Low Fuel Indicator Gauge INST. Fuel Octane Requirement Oxygenated Tank, Refueling Tighten Fuel Cap Message ................ ............................... ........................ ..... ............................... .............................. ..................... Fuel Economy Fuse Locations Fuses, Checking the . 272 . 73, 75 . 273 . 66 . 71 . 73, 75 . 272 . 273 . 273 . 274 . 278 . 389 . 386 Gas Mileage, Improving Gasoline ............... ......................................... ..................... ..................... ........................................... ............................. AVG. Fuel A/B Low Fuel Indicator Gauge INST. Fuel Octane Requirement Tank, Refueling ................ ........................ ................ Gas Station Procedures . 278 . 272 . 73, 75 . 66 . 71 . 73, 75 . 272 . 273 . 273 IV 2009 RDX ï¼ï¼˜ï¼ï¼ï¼”ï¼ï¼‘ï¼‘ã€€ï¼‘ï¼˜ï¼šï¼•ï¼˜ï¼šï¼‘ï¼•ã€€ï¼“ï¼‘ï¼³ï¼´ï¼«ï¼–ï¼’ï¼ã€€ï¼ï¼”ï¼’ï¼”ã€€ Index Gauges Engine Coolant Temperature ..................... Fuel Tachometer Turbo Boost Meter Speedometer ............................................... ................................. ..................... ............................... ............ ...................................... Gearshift Lever Positions Glove Box Gross Vehicle Weight Rating . 73, 76 . 71 . 71 . 71 . 71 . 293 . 152 (GVWR) ..................................... . 315 ............. .................................. ...... ............ Halogen Headlight Bulbs Hanger Bars HandsFreeLink , Bluetooth Hazard Warning Flashers Headlights Aiming Daytime Running Lights High Beam Indicator High-Intensity Discharge ........................................ ......... .................. . 347 . 287 . 250 . 118 . 347 . 116 . 67 Lamp Reminder Tone Replacing Halogen Bulbs ...................................... ......................... ........ . 347 . 114 . 347 Turning on ................................. ............. ............................ ............................. ................................. .......................... Headlight Auto Off Timer Head Restraints Heated Mirrors Heaters, Seat High Beam Lever HomeLink Universal . 114 . 98 . 132 . 144 . 138 . 114 Transceiver ................................ ....................... Hood, Opening the Horn ........................................... . 247 . 275 .4,111 ... Identification Number, Vehicle . 394 Ignition Keys Switch Timing Control System ............................................ ......................................... ............ ...................... Immobilizer System Important Safety Precautions Indicators . 119 . 122 . 404 . 121 . 6 ......... ...... ABS (Anti-Lock Brake) A/T Temperature Brake (Amber) Brake (Red) Charging System ................... ......................... ................ . 64, 305 . 63 . 65, 384 . 65, 383 . 63, 381 ....................... ............................. ................................. ..................................... ................................... ........ ...................................... Cruise Control Cruise Main Fog Light High Beam Key (Immobilizer System) Low Fuel Low Oil Pressure Lights On Low Tire Pressure/ . 67 . 67 . 68 . 67 . 64 . 66 . 63, 381 . 68 ..................................... ................ TPMS ............................... .................. ... ................. . 69, 307 Maintenance Minder . 70 Malfunction Indicator Lamp . 382 . 32 Passenger Airbag Off . 68, 233 Security System . 68 SH-AWD Side Airbag Off . 31, 64 . 31, 63 SRS System Message . 70 TPMS, Low Tire Pressure . 69, 307 Turn Signal and Hazard ..................... ......................................... ...................................... ......................... .................. Warning ................................... . 67 VSA (Vehicle Stability Assist) VSA Activation .............................. .................... . 66, 312 . 67, 312 CONTINUED 2009 RDX ï¼ï¼˜ï¼ï¼ï¼”ï¼ï¼‘ï¼‘ã€€ï¼‘ï¼˜ï¼šï¼•ï¼˜ï¼šï¼’ï¼’ã€€ï¼“ï¼‘ï¼³ï¼´ï¼«ï¼–ï¼’ï¼ã€€ï¼ï¼”ï¼’ï¼•ã€€ Index Inflation, Proper Tire Tether Anchorage Points Recommended Pressures Individual Map Lights Infant Restraint Infant Seats .................. ............................... ...................................... .......... ................... ........ .................................... ................................. ............................. .................... ............................ ...... .............. ..................................... ................................. ............................... ....... INFO Button Inside Mirror Inspection, Tire Installing a Child Seat Instrument Panel Instrument Panel Brightness Instruments and Controls Intercooler Interface Dial Interior Lights Interior Light Dimming Time Introduction . 149 . 40 . 40 . 50 . 360 . 361 . 72 . 143 . 361 . 44 . 61 . 117 . 59 . 355 . 189 . 148 . 96 . i ........................................ Jacking up the Vehicle Jack, Tire Jump Starting ................. ....................................... ................................ . 372 . 372 . 377 VI Keyless Lock Acknowledgement .................... ........... ................................................ Keyless Memory Settings Keys . 105 . 130 . 119 Label, Certification Lane Change, Signaling Language Selection Lap/Shoulder Belts LATCH Anchorage System Lighting Setup ....................... ............... ........................ .................. ........... ................................. . 394 . 114 . 87 . 14, 20 . 45 . 95 Interior Light Dimming Time Headlight Auto Off Timer ......................................... ......... . 96 . 98 Lights Bulb Replacement Indicator Parking Turn Signal .................... ....................................... ....................................... ................................ ............................ Load Limits LOCK (Ignition Key Position) Lockout Prevention .... ...................... . 347 . 62 . 114 . 114 . 284, 314 . 122 . 124 Locks Anti-theft Steering Column Childproof Door Console Compartment Fuel Fill Door Glove Box Power Door Tailgate ..... ........................ ............. ............................ .................................. ............................... ...................................... ........................ ................................ ......................... Low Coolant Level Lower Anchors Low Fuel Indicator Low Oil Pressure Indicator Low Tire Pressure/TPMS . 122 . 124 . 155 . 273 . 152 . 123 . 125 . 277 . 45 . 66 . 63, 381 Indicator . 69, 307 ............................... ... . 396 Lubricant Specifications Chart Luggage Hooks (Cargo Hooks) . 287 . 283 Luggage, Storing (Cargo) ........... ........... Luggage Net (Cargo Net) . 287 ... Maintenance Main Items and Sub Items Minder .................................. ........... ............................................ . 325 . 331 . 327 2009 RDX ï¼ï¼˜ï¼ï¼ï¼”ï¼ï¼‘ï¼‘ã€€ï¼‘ï¼˜ï¼šï¼•ï¼˜ï¼šï¼’ï¼˜ã€€ï¼“ï¼‘ï¼³ï¼´ï¼«ï¼–ï¼’ï¼ã€€ï¼ï¼”ï¼’ï¼–ã€€ Index Minder Indicator ....................... . 73, 75 Ownerâ€™s Maintenance Safety Checks ................................... .......................................... . 333 . 326 Malfunction Indicator Lamp . 63, 382 Meters, Gauges . 71 ............................... ..................................... . 86 Meter Setup .. Adjust Outside Temp. Display . 89 . 93 Elap. Time Reset Condition ....... Language Selection .................... . 87 Trip A&Avg. Fuel Reset with Refuel Mirrors, Adjusting Modifying Your Vehicle Moonroof Multi-Information Display ....................................... ........................ ............... ....................................... ............. . 91 . 143 . 282 . 141 . 72 Neutral Gear Position New Vehicle Break-in Normal Shift Speeds NOTICE, Explanation of Numbers, Identification ................... .................. ..................... ................... ............... . 294 . 272 . 300 . i . 394 ... Octane Requirement, Gasoline . 272 . 73, 74 Odometer Off-Highway Driving . 321 Oil ................................... .................... Change, How to ........................ Change, When to ...................... Checking Engine ...................... Pressure Indicator .............. Selecting Proper Viscosity . 338 . 327 . 276 . 63, 381 Chart ...................................... ......... ON (Ignition Key Position) Onboard Refueling Vapor . 336 . 122 Recovery .................................... ...................... ............................ Optional Cargo Net Outside Mirrors Outside Temperature Overheating, Engine Ownerâ€™s Maintenance Checks ............... .................... .... . 403 . 287 . 143 . 73, 74 . 379 . 333 ...... . 147 Radio ............................... Parking Brake Parking Brake and Brake System Indicator (Red) . 65, 383 Parking Lights ............................... . 114 .. Parking Over Things that Burn . 303 .... Passenger Airbag Off Indicator . 32 PGM-FI System . 404 ............................. Playing the XM Satellite Pollen Filter Power Door Locks Power Sockets Power Steering Fluid Power Windows Pregnancy, Using Seat Belts Preparing to Drive Protecting Adults and Teens . 228 . 355 . 123 . 154 . 346 . 139 . 17 . 291 . 11 Additional Safety Precautions . 18 Advice for Pregnant Women . 17 .......................................... ................................... ........................ ............................... .................... ............................ ......... ........................ ......... ... ..... Panel Brightness Control Park Gear Position Parking ............ ........................ ........................................... . 117 . 294 . 303 CONTINUED VII 2009 RDX ï¼ï¼˜ï¼ï¼ï¼”ï¼ï¼‘ï¼‘ã€€ï¼‘ï¼˜ï¼šï¼•ï¼˜ï¼šï¼“ï¼“ã€€ï¼“ï¼‘ï¼³ï¼´ï¼«ï¼–ï¼’ï¼ã€€ï¼ï¼”ï¼’ï¼—ã€€ Index Protecting Children Protecting Infants Protecting Larger Children Protecting Small Children Using Child Seats with ........................ ....................... ....... ......... . 35 . 40 . 52 . 41 Tethers Using LATCH ..................................... ............................. . 50 . 45 Radiator Overheating Radio Theft Protection Readiness Codes Rear Pillar Lights, Bulb ................... ................. ........................... Replacement Rear Seat, Folding Down Rearview Camera and Monitor Rearview Mirror Rear Window Defogger Rear Window Wiper and .............................. ............. ... ........................... ............... . 379 . 232 . 382 . 350 . 135 . 270 . 143 . 118 Washer ....................................... . 113 Reception, XM Satellite Radio Reclining the Seat Backs Recommended Shift Speeds Refueling .......................................... ............. ....... ........................................ . 228 . 131 . 300 . 273 ................ ..................... Remote Audio Controls Remote Transmitter Replacement Information Dust and Pollen Filter Engine Oil and Filter Fuses Light Bulbs Tires Transmitter Battery Wiper Blades .............. ................ .......................................... ................................ ........................................... ................. ............................. Replacing Seat Belts After a . 230 . 127 . 355 . 338 . 386 . 347 . 363 . 128 . 356 Crash ............................................ .......... ..................... Reporting Safety Defects Required Engine Oil Reserve Tank, Engine ï¼Š . 22 . 412 . 336 Coolant ............................... Restraint, Child Retractable Master Key Reverse Gear Position Reverse Tilt Door Mirror Roof Rack Rotation, Tire ............................... ............... .................. ............ ...................................... ................................ . 277, 340 . 35 . 120 . 294 . 144 . 286 . 363 Safety Belts .................................. . 8, 19 ï¼Š ......... Safety Defects, Reporting Safety Features Airbags Seat Belts ................................. ........................................... ....................................... ............. .............................. Safety Labels, Location of Safety Messages Satellite Radio, XM Seat Belts ..................................... ............. . 412 . 7 . 9 . 8 . 57 . iii . 183, 211 . 8, 19 . 19 . 17 Additional Information Advice for Pregnant Women Automatic Seat Belt ............... ..... Tensioners ............................... ..................................... Cleaning Lap/Shoulder Belt Maintenance Reminder Indicator and ................................ . 21 . 354 . 14, 20 . 22 ................ Beeper ................................ . 19, 62 . 19 System Components ................... . 17 Use During Pregnancy ............... . 14 Wearing a Lap/Shoulder Belt ... . 138 .................................. . 131 ...................... . 107 ................. . 233 ............................ ....................... . 72 . 394 ............................... Seat Heaters Seats, Adjusting the Security Relock Timer Security System SEL/RESET Button Serial Number VIII 2009 RDX ï¼ï¼˜ï¼ï¼ï¼”ï¼ï¼‘ï¼‘ã€€ï¼‘ï¼˜ï¼šï¼•ï¼˜ï¼šï¼“ï¼˜ã€€ï¼“ï¼‘ï¼³ï¼´ï¼«ï¼–ï¼’ï¼ã€€ï¼ï¼”ï¼’ï¼˜ã€€ Index Service Station Procedures Setting the Clock SH-AWD (Super Handling-All ......... .......................... . 273 . 188 Wheel Drive) ......................... ....................................... ......................... . 301 . 68 . 78 Indicator System Message Torque Distribution Monitor ............................ Shift Lever Position Indicators Shift Lock Release Side Airbags ... ........................ ...................................... . 76, 301 . 293 . 296 . 9 How the Side Airbag Off Side Curtain Airbags Indicator Works . 31 How Your Side Airbags Work . 29 . 9 ...................... ... ........................ How Your Side Curtain Airbags ......................................... Work . 30 Side Marker Lights, Bulb Replacement Signaling Turns Snow Tires Sound System Spare Tire Specifications Speed Limiter ...................... ............................. ..................................... ................................ ...................................... ................................ ................................ . 348, 350 . 114 . 364 . 168 . 370 . 396 . 295 SRS, Additional Information . 23 Additional Safety Precautions . 34 . 27 Advanced Airbags . 33 Airbag Service . 23 Airbag System Components Dual-Stage Airbags . 26 Dual-Threshold Airbags . 27 How the Side Airbag Off .......... ... ...................... ............................. ...... ..................... ............ Indicator Works ...................... . 31 How the SRS Indicator Works . 31 .. How Your Front Airbags Work . 25 ......................................... How Your Side Airbags Work . 29 ... How Your Side Curtain Airbags ......................................... . 30 SRS Indicator . 31, 63 .. START (Ignition Key Position) . 122 ....................... . 292 Starting the Engine ............................. Work In Cold Weather at High Altitude .................................. ................ ........ . 292 . 377 . 379 With a Dead Battery Steam Coming from Engine Steering Wheel Adjustment Anti-theft Column Lock ................................ ........... . 119 . 122 Steering Wheel Buttons ................ Storing Your Vehicle Sun Visor Supplemental Restraint . 72, 230, 234, 251 . 368 .................... ........................................ . 154 .................................. ...................................... System Servicing SRS Indicator System Components ......................... ................... .................................. .9,23 . 33 . 31, 63 . 23 . 336 Synthetic Oil Tailgate Open Indicator Opening the Unlocking the Tailgate . 11 . 125 . 126 Taillights, Changing Bulbs . 349, 350 Taking Care of the Unexpected . 369 ............................ ............................... ............ .. CONTINUED IX 2009 RDX ï¼ï¼˜ï¼ï¼ï¼”ï¼ï¼‘ï¼‘ã€€ï¼‘ï¼˜ï¼šï¼•ï¼˜ï¼šï¼”ï¼“ã€€ï¼“ï¼‘ï¼³ï¼´ï¼«ï¼–ï¼’ï¼ã€€ï¼ï¼”ï¼’ï¼™ã€€ Index Technical Descriptions ï¼Š DOT Tire Quality Grading Emissions Control Systems Emissions Testing Three Way Catalytic .... ..... .................... Converter Tire Labeling Tire Pressure Monitoring ............................... ............................. . 398 . 403 . 406 . 405 . 400 âˆ’ ................. .............. Federal Explanation System (TPMS) Required ......... Temperature Gauge Temperature, Outside Tether Anchorage Points Theft Protection, Radio Tighten Fuel Cap Message Tilt the Steering Wheel Time, Setting the Tire Chains Tire, How to Change a Flat Tire Information Tires .............. ................ ......... ................ .......................... .................................... ......... ......................... ............................................... .............................. ........................................ ......................... .... ...................................... Air Pressure Chains Checking Wear DOT Tire Quality Grading Inflation . 401 . 73, 76 . 73, 74 . 50 . 232 . 274 . 119 . 188 . 365 . 371 . 398 . 360 . 361 . 365 . 362 . 398 . 360 ï¼Š ï¼Š . 361 . 400 Indicator .................................. ..................................... Inspection Labeling Low Tire Pressure/TPMS ........................... . 69, 307 Maintenance . 362 .............................. Pressure Monitor . 308 ...................... .. Pressure Monitoring System . 307 . 363 Replacing ................................... . 363 Rotating ...................................... . 362 Service Life ................................ ........................................... Snow . 364 . 364, 397 Specifications . 372 .................... ................... Tools, Tire Changing Towing A Trailer Emergency Wrecker Equipment and Accessories Pre-Tow Checklist Weight Limit ..................................... ................ .... .................... ............................. TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitoring .................................. System) . 314 . 391 . 315 . 318 . 314 Indicator Required Federal ............................... Explanation Trailer Loading Trailer Towing Tips ............................ ..................... ...................... . 401 . 314, 315 . 319 . 307 . 69, 307 Transmission Checking Fluid Level, Automatic Fluid Selection Identification Number Shifting the Automatic .............................. ........................... .............. ............. ..................................... ................................. Treadwear Trip Meter Turbo Boost Meter Turn Signals ......................... .................................. . 343 . 344 . 395 . 293 . 362 . 73, 74 . 71 . 114 Unexpected, Taking Care of the Uniform Tire Quality Grading Unleaded Gasoline Used Oil, How to Dispose of .......................................... . 369 .. . 398 . 272 ........................ ....... . 339 ï¼Š Vehicle Capacity Load Vehicle Dimensions Vehicle Identification Number ................. ...................... .... . 284 . 396 . 394 2009 RDX ï¼ï¼˜ï¼ï¼ï¼”ï¼ï¼‘ï¼‘ã€€ï¼‘ï¼˜ï¼šï¼•ï¼˜ï¼šï¼”ï¼—ã€€ï¼“ï¼‘ï¼³ï¼´ï¼«ï¼–ï¼’ï¼ã€€ï¼ï¼”ï¼“ï¼ã€€ Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA) System Indicators .................................... ....................... ............................. ............................. Vehicle Storage Ventilation VIN Viscosity, Oil ................................................. .................................. . 312 . 66, 67, 312 . 368 . 163, 164 . 394 . 337 Defroster Washers ................................... ..................................... Wipers, Windshield Changing Blades Operation Worn Tires Wrecker, Emergency Towing ....................... ................................... .................................... ..... . 163 . 342 . 356 . 112 . 361 . 391 ï¼Š : U.S. only WARNING, Explanation of Warning Labels, Location of Warranty Coverages Washers, Windshield ............ ......... .................. . iii . 57 . 411 ï¼Š Wheels Checking the Fluid Level Operation ........ ................................... ........................................... ............. ............ .............................. Adjusting the Steering Alignment and Balance Wrench, Nut . 342 . 112 . 359 . 119 . 362 . 372 Windows Auto Reverse Operating the Power Rear, Defogger ............................. ................ ......................... . 140 . 139 . 118 Windshield Cleaning ..................................... . 112 Index XI 2009 RDX ï¼ï¼˜ï¼ï¼ï¼”ï¼ï¼‘ï¼‘ã€€ï¼‘ï¼˜ï¼šï¼•ï¼˜ï¼šï¼•ï¼ã€€ï¼“ï¼‘ï¼³ï¼´ï¼«ï¼–ï¼’ï¼ã€€ï¼ï¼”ï¼“ï¼‘ã€€ 2009 RDX ï¼ï¼˜ï¼ï¼ï¼”ï¼ï¼‘ï¼‘ã€€ï¼‘ï¼˜ï¼šï¼•ï¼˜ï¼šï¼•ï¼’ã€€ï¼“ï¼‘ï¼³ï¼´ï¼«ï¼–ï¼’ï¼ã€€ï¼ï¼”ï¼“ï¼’ã€€ 2009 RDX ï¼ï¼˜ï¼ï¼ï¼”ï¼ï¼‘ï¼‘ã€€ï¼‘ï¼˜ï¼šï¼•ï¼™ï¼šï¼ï¼˜ã€€ï¼“ï¼‘ï¼³ï¼´ï¼«ï¼–ï¼’ï¼ã€€ï¼ï¼”ï¼“ï¼“ã€€ Service Information Summary Gasoline: Premium unleaded gasoline, pump octane number of 91 or higher. Fuel Tank Capacity: 18.0 US gal (68 ) Required Engine Oil; Always use Mobil 1 5W-30 or an equivalent oil that meets the Acura HTO-06 standard. Oil change capacity (including filter): 5.0 US qt (4.7 ) Automatic Transmission Fluid: Honda Genuine ATF-Z1 (Automatic Transmission Fluid) (see page 343 ). Rear Differential Fluid: Use Honda ATF-Z1 (Automatic Transmission Fluid) only. Capacity: SH-AWD differential case 2.8 US qt (2.7 ) Power Steering Fluid: Honda Power Steering Fluid preferred, or another brand of power steering fluid as a temporary replacement. Do not use ATF (see page 346 ). Brake Fluid: Honda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3 preferred, or a DOT 3 or DOT 4 brake fluid as a temporary replacement (see page 345 ). Transfer Assembly Fluid: SAE 90 or SAE 80W-90 viscosity hypoid gear oil, API service classified GL4 or GL5 only. Tire Pressure (measured cold): Front/Rear: 32 psi (220 kPa , 2.2 kgf/cm ) Spare Tire Pressure: 60 psi (420 kPa , 4.2 kgf/cm ) 2009 RDX ï¼ï¼˜ï¼ï¼ï¼”ï¼ï¼‘ï¼‘ã€€ï¼‘ï¼˜ï¼šï¼ï¼‘ï¼šï¼“ï¼’ã€€ï¼“ï¼‘ï¼³ï¼´ï¼«ï¼–ï¼’ï¼ã€€ï¼ï¼ï¼ï¼‘ã€€ Ownerâ€™s Identification OWNER ADDRESS STREET CITY STATE/PROVINCE ZIP CODE/ POSTAL CODE V. I. N. DELIVERY DATE DEALER NAME ADDRESS (Date sold to original retail purchaser) DEALER NO. STREET CITY STATE/PROVINCE OWNERâ€™S SIGNATURE DEALERâ€™S SIGNATURE ZIP CODE/ POSTAL CODE This ownerâ€™s manual should be considered a permanent part of the vehicle and should remain with the vehicle when it is sold. This ownerâ€™s manual covers all models of the Acura RDX. You may find descriptions of equipment and features that are not on your particular vehicle. The information and specifications included in this publication were in effect at the time of approval for printing. Honda Motor Co., Ltd. reserves the right, however, to discontinue or change specifications or design at any time without notice and without incurring any obligation whatsoever. POUR CLIENTS CANADIEN AVIS IMPORTANT: Si vous avez besoin dâ€™un Manuel du Conducteur en franÃ§ais, veuillez demander Ã votre concessionnaire de commander le numÃ©ro de piÃ¨ce 33STKC20 2009 RDX ï¼ï¼˜ï¼ï¼ï¼”ï¼ï¼‘ï¼‘ã€€ï¼‘ï¼˜ï¼šï¼ï¼‘ï¼šï¼“ï¼—ã€€ï¼“ï¼‘ï¼³ï¼´ï¼«ï¼–ï¼’ï¼ã€€ï¼ï¼ï¼ï¼’ã€€ Congratulations! Your selection of a 2009 Acura RDX was a wise investment. It will give you years of driving pleasure. One of the best ways to enhance the enjoyment of your new vehicle is to read this manual. In it, you will learn how to operate its driving controls and convenience items. Afterwards, keep this ownerâ€™s manual in your vehicle so you can refer to it at any time. Several warranties protect your new vehicle. Read the warranty booklet thoroughly so you understand the coverages and are aware of your rights and responsibilities. Maintaining your vehicle according to the maintenance minder shown in the instrument panel helps to keep your driving trouble-free while it preserves your investment. When your vehicle needs maintenance, keep in mind that your dealerâ€™s staff is specially trained in servicing the many systems unique to your vehicle. Your dealer is dedicated to your satisfaction and will be pleased to answer any questions and concerns. Introduction As you read this manual, you will find information that is preceded by information is intended to help you avoid damage to your vehicle, other property, or the environment. symbol. This 2009 RDX ï¼ï¼˜ï¼ï¼ï¼”ï¼ï¼‘ï¼‘ã€€ï¼‘ï¼˜ï¼šï¼ï¼‘ï¼šï¼”ï¼‘ã€€ï¼“ï¼‘ï¼³ï¼´ï¼«ï¼–ï¼’ï¼ã€€ï¼ï¼ï¼ï¼“ã€€ Introduction California Proposition 65 Warning WARNING: defects or other reproductive harm. This product contains or emits chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth Event Data Recorders This vehicle is equipped with one or more devices commonly referred to as event data recorders. These devices record front seat belt use, front passenger seat occupancy, airbag deployment data, and the failure of any airbag system component. This data belongs to the vehicle owner and may not be accessed by anyone else except as legally required or with the permission of the vehicle owner. Service Diagnostic Recorders This vehicle is equipped with service-related devices that record information about powertrain performance. The data can be used to verify emissions law requirements and/or help technicians diagnose and solve service problems. It may also be combined with data from other sources for research purposes, but it remains confidential. ii 2009 RDX ï¼ï¼˜ï¼ï¼ï¼”ï¼ï¼‘ï¼‘ã€€ï¼‘ï¼˜ï¼šï¼ï¼‘ï¼šï¼•ï¼’ã€€ï¼“ï¼‘ï¼³ï¼´ï¼«ï¼–ï¼’ï¼ã€€ï¼ï¼ï¼ï¼”ã€€ Your safety, and the safety of others, is very important. And operating this vehicle safely is an important responsibility. To help you make informed decisions about safety, we have provided operating procedures and other information on labels and in this manual. This information alerts you to potential hazards that could hurt you or others. Of course, it is not practical or possible to warn you about all the hazards associated with operating or maintaining your vehicle. You must use your own good judgement. A Few Words About Safety You will find this important safety information in a variety of forms, including: Safety Labels âˆ’ Safety Messages on the vehicle. âˆ’ three signal words: These signal words mean: preceded by a safety alert symbol DANGER WARNING , or CAUTION and one of You WILL be KILLED or SERIOUSLY HURT if you donâ€™t follow instructions. You CAN be KILLED or SERIOUSLY HURT if you donâ€™t follow instructions. You CAN be HURT if you donâ€™t follow instructions. Safety Headings âˆ’ Safety Precautions. such as Important Safety Reminders or Important Safety Section Instructions âˆ’ such as Driver and Passenger Safety. âˆ’ how to use this vehicle correctly and safely. This entire book is filled with important safety information carefully. âˆ’ please read it iii 2009 RDX ï¼ï¼˜ï¼ï¼ï¼”ï¼ï¼‘ï¼‘ã€€ï¼‘ï¼˜ï¼šï¼ï¼‘ï¼šï¼•ï¼—ã€€ï¼“ï¼‘ï¼³ï¼´ï¼«ï¼–ï¼’ï¼ã€€ï¼ï¼ï¼ï¼•ã€€ Important Handling Information Your RDX has higher ground clearance than a passenger vehicle designed for use only on pavement. Higher ground clearance has many advantages for off-highway driving. It allows you to travel over bumps, obstacles, and rough terrain. It also provides good visibility so you can anticipate problems earlier. These advantages come at some cost. Because your vehicle is taller and rides higher off the ground, it has a high center of gravity. This means your vehicle can tip or roll over if you make abrupt turns. Utility vehicles have a significantly higher rollover rate than other types of vehicles. In a rollover crash, an unbelted person is significantly more likely to die than a person wearing a seat belt. As a reminder, make sure you and your passengers always wear seat belts. For information on how to reduce the risk of rollover, read â€˜â€˜Driving Guidelinesâ€™â€™ on page Off-HighwayDrivingGuidelines control or an accident. section on page 321 . Failure to operate your vehicle correctly might result in loss of 290 of this manual and the iv 2009 RDX 2009 RDX Online Reference Owner's Manual Contents Owner's Identification Form Introduction .......................................................................................................................................................... i A Few Words About Safety .............................................................................................................................. iii Important Handling Information .................................................................................................................... iv Your Vehicle at a Glance (main controls) .................................................................................................... 3 Driver and Passenger Safety (seat belts, SRS, and child protection) .................................................... 5 Instruments and Controls (indicators, gauges, multi-information display, dashboard, and steering column) .... 59 Features (climate control, audio, steering wheel, security, cruise control, HomeLinkÂ®,and other convenience items) ......... 159 Before Driving (fuel, vehicle break- in, and cargo loading) ..................................................................... 271 Driving (engine and transmission operation) ................................................................................................ 289 Maintenance (minders, fluid checking, minor services, and vehicle storage).......................................... 325 Taking Care of the Unexpected (flat tire, dead battery, overheating, and fuses) ............................. 369 Technical Information (vehicle specifications, tires, and emissions controls) ....................................... 393 Warranty and Client Relations (U. S. and Canada only) (warranty and contact information) .......... 409 Authorized Manuals (U. S. only) (how to order) ......................................................................................... 413 Index ............................................................................................................................... ........................................ I Service Information Summary ( fluid capacities and tire pressures) 00X31-STK-6200 ï¼ï¼˜ï¼ï¼ï¼”ï¼ï¼‘ï¼‘ã€€ï¼‘ï¼˜ï¼šï¼ï¼’ï¼šï¼’ï¼“ã€€ï¼“ï¼‘ï¼³ï¼´ï¼«ï¼–ï¼’ï¼ã€€ï¼ï¼ï¼ï¼—ã€€ Overview of Contents Contents A convenient reference to the sections in this manual. Your Vehicle at a Glance A quick reference to the main controls in your vehicle. Driver and Passenger Safety Important information about the proper use and care of your vehicleâ€™s seat belts, an overview of the supplemental restraint system, and valuable information on how to protect children with child restraints. Instruments and Controls Explains the purpose of each instrument panel indicator and gauge, and how to use the controls on the dashboard and steering column. Features How to operate the climate control system, the audio system, and other convenience features. Before Driving What gasoline to use, how to break- in your new vehicle, and how to load luggage and other cargo. Driving The proper way to start the engine, shift the transmission, and park; plus what you need to know if youâ€™re planning to tow a trailer. Maintenance The maintenance minder shows you when you need to take your vehicle to the dealer for maintenance service. There is also a list of things to check and instructions on how to check them. Technical Information ID numbers, dimensions, capaci- ties, and technical information. Warranty and Client Relations (U.S. and Canada only) A summary of the warranties covering your new vehicle, and how to contact us for any reason. Refer to your warranty manual for detailed information. Authorized Manuals (U.S. only) How to order manuals and other technical literature. Index Taking Care of the Unexpected This section covers several problems motorists sometimes experience, and details how to handle them. Service Information Summary A summary of the information you need when you pull up to the fuel pump. 2009 RDX ï¼ï¼˜ï¼ï¼ï¼”ï¼ï¼‘ï¼‘ã€€ï¼‘ï¼˜ï¼šï¼ï¼’ï¼šï¼“ï¼’ã€€ï¼“ï¼‘ï¼³ï¼´ï¼«ï¼–ï¼’ï¼ã€€ï¼ï¼ï¼ï¼˜ã€€ Your Vehicle at a Glance INSTRUMENT PANEL INDICATORS GAUGES (P.61) (P.71) AUDIO SYSTEM ï¼Š (P.170) CEILING CONSOLE ï¼Š MIRROR CONTROL AUTO BUTTON (P.143) PASSENGERâ€™S FRONT AIRBAG (P.9, 25) DRIVERâ€™S FRONT AIRBAG (P.9, 25) DRIVING POSITION MEMORY SYSTEM (P.145) POWER DOOR LOCK MASTER SWITCH (P.123) POWER WINDOW SWITCHES (P.139) HOOD RELEASE HANDLE (P.275) FUEL FILL DOOR RELEASE HANDLE (P.273) CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM (P.160) POWER DOOR LOCK MASTER SWITCH (P.123) POWER WINDOW SWITCH (P.139) AUDIO SYSTEM ï¼Š (P.189) PARKING BRAKE PEDAL (P.147) AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION (P.293) ACCESSORY POWER SOCKET (P.154) ï¼Š ï¼Š ï¼Š 1: On RDX model only 2: 3: On RDX with Technology Package model only HomeLink Buttons (P.247) Moonroof Switch (P.141) Front Ceiling Light Switch (P.148) 2009 RDX ï¼ï¼˜ï¼ï¼ï¼”ï¼ï¼‘ï¼‘ã€€ï¼‘ï¼˜ï¼šï¼ï¼’ï¼šï¼”ï¼ã€€ï¼“ï¼‘ï¼³ï¼´ï¼«ï¼–ï¼’ï¼ã€€ï¼ï¼ï¼ï¼™ã€€ Your Vehicle at a Glance HEADLIGHTS/TURN SIGNAL/FOG LIGHTS (P.114/115) PADDLE SHIFTERS (P.297) REMOTE AUDIO CONTROL BUTTONS (P.230) VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST (VSA) OFF SWITCH (P.313) MIRROR CONTROLS (P.143) VOICE CONTROL BUTTONS ï¼Š ï¼Š 3, WINDSHIELD WIPERS/WASHERS/ REAR WINDOW WIPER/WASHER (P.112/113) HAZARD WARNING BUTTON (P.118) UPPER DISPLAY ï¼Š (P.169) NAVIGATION SYSTEM CENTER DISPLAY (P.168) ï¼Š ï¼Š ï¼Š 3, PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF INDICATOR (P.32) REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER/ HEATED MIRROR BUTTON (P.118/144) AUXILIARY INPUT JACK (P.220) ACCESSORY POWER SOCKET (P.154) (P.251) BLUETOOTH HANDSFREELINK BUTTONS STEERING WHEEL ADJUSTMENT (P.119) 1: 2 : On RDX model only 3 : 4 : ï¼Š ï¼Š ï¼Š ï¼Š To use the horn, press the center pad of the steering wheel. On RDX with Technology Package model only Refer to the navigation system manual. HORN ï¼Š MULTI-INFORMATION BUTTONS (P.72) CRUISE CONTROL BUTTONS (P.234) SEAT HEATER SWITCHES (P.138) 2009 RDX ï¼ï¼˜ï¼ï¼ï¼”ï¼ï¼‘ï¼‘ã€€ï¼‘ï¼˜ï¼šï¼ï¼’ï¼šï¼”ï¼”ã€€ï¼“ï¼‘ï¼³ï¼´ï¼«ï¼–ï¼’ï¼ã€€ï¼ï¼ï¼‘ï¼ã€€ Driver and Passenger Safety This section gives you important information about how to protect yourself and your passengers. It shows you how to use seat belts properly. It explains how your airbags work, and it tells you how to properly restrain infants and children in your vehicle.

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2009 Acura RDX Owners Manual