2009 Acura RDX Owners Manual

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: Press the INFO ( button or rotate the select/ reset knob

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Multi-Information Display

InteriorLightDimmingTime The interior lights fade out when you close all doors. You can change the time that the interior lights fade out.

While LIGHTING SETUP is shown in the CUSTOMIZE GROUP of the multi-information display, press the SEL/RESET button. You will see the above display.

Press the SEL/RESET button. The screen changes as shown above. Select how long you want the lights to stay on before they fade out (15, 30, or 60 seconds) by pressing the INFO ( / ) button, then press the SEL/RESET button to enter your selection.

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Multi-Information Display

When your choice is set, you will see the above display for several seconds, then the screen goes back to CUSTOMIZE MENU.

If your choice is not set, you will see the above display for several seconds, then the screen goes back to CUSTOMIZE MENU. If this happens, you need to repeat the same procedure.

To exit INTERIOR LIGHT DIMMING TIME without changing the current setting, select EXIT by pressing the INFO ( / ) button, then press the SEL/RESET button. The screen goes back to CUSTOMIZE MENU.

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Multi-Information Display

HeadlightAutoOffTimer The headlights, parking lights, side marker lights, taillights, and license plate lights go off after the selected time when you close the driver’s door and take the remote with you. To change how long the lights stay on before they go off, follow these instructions:

While LIGHTING SETUP is shown in the CUSTOMIZE GROUP of the multi-information display, press the SEL/RESET button. The screen changes to CUSTOMIZE MENU. Press the INFO ( / ) button until you see the above display.

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Press the SEL/RESET button. The screen changes as shown above. Select how long you want the lights to stay on before they go off (0, 15, 30, or 60 seconds) by pressing the INFO ( / ) button, then press the SEL/RESET button to enter your selection.

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Multi-Information Display

When your choice is set, you will see the above display for several seconds, then the screen goes back to CUSTOMIZE MENU.

If your choice is not set, you will see the above display for several seconds, then the screen goes back to CUSTOMIZE MENU. If this happens, you need to repeat the same procedure.

To exit HEADLIGHT AUTO OFF TIMER without changing the current setting, select EXIT by pressing the INFO ( / ) button, then press the SEL/RESET button. The screen goes back to CUSTOMIZE MENU.

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Multi-Information Display

Door Setup Here are the five custom settings for the door setup:

AUTO DOOR LOCK DOOR LOCK MODE KEYLESS LOCK ACKNOWLEDGEMENT SECURITY RELOCK TIMER AUTO DOOR UNLOCK

While CUSTOMIZE GROUP is shown on the multi-information display, select DOOR SETUP by pressing INFO ( / ) button, then press the SEL/RESET button.

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Each time you press the INFO ( / â–² ) button, the screen changes as â–¼ shown in the illustration. Press the INFO ( / ) button until you see the setting you want to customize, then press the SEL/RESET button to enter your selection.

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: Press the SEL/ RESET button or the select/ reset knob : Press the INFO â–² â–¼ rotate the select/reset knob

) button or

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Multi-Information Display

AutoDoorLock There are three settings you can choose from:

−

OFF The auto door lock is deactivated all the time.

−

WITH VEH SPD The doors lock when the vehicle speed reaches about 9 mph (about 15 km/h).

SHIFT FROM P The doors lock whenever you move the shift lever out of Park.

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While DOOR SETUP is shown in the CUSTOMIZE GROUP of the multi- information display, press the SEL/ RESET button. You will see the above display.

Press the SEL/RESET button. The screen changes as shown above. Select the desired setting by pressing the INFO ( / ) button, then press the SEL/RESET button to enter your selection.

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Multi-Information Display

When your choice is set, you will see the above display for several seconds, then the screen goes back to CUSTOMIZE MENU.

If your choice is not set, you will see the above display for several seconds, then the screen goes back to CUSTOMIZE MENU. If this happens, you need to repeat the same procedure.

To exit AUTO DOOR LOCK without changing the current setting, select EXIT by pressing the INFO ( / ) â–² â–¼ button, then press the SEL/RESET button. The screen goes back to CUSTOMIZE MENU.

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DoorLockMode To select whether the driver’s door unlocks or all the doors unlock when you unlock the doors with the remote transmitter or the key, follow these instructions.

Multi-Information Display

While DOOR SETUP is shown in the CUSTOMIZE GROUP of the multi- information display, press the SEL/ RESET button. The screen changes to CUSTOMIZE MENU. Press the INFO ( / ) button until you see the above display.

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Press the SEL/RESET button. The screen changes as shown above. Select DRIVER DOOR or ALL DOORS by pressing the INFO ( / â–² â–¼ RESET button to enter your selection.

) button, then press the SEL/

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Multi-Information Display

When your choice is set, you will see the above display for several seconds, then the screen goes back to CUSTOMIZE MENU.

If your choice is not set, you will see the above display for several seconds, then the screen goes back to CUSTOMIZE MENU. If this happens, you need to repeat the same procedure.

To exit DOOR LOCK MODE without changing the current setting, select EXIT by pressing the INFO ( / ) button, and then press the â–² â–¼ SEL/RESET button. The screen goes back to CUSTOMIZE MENU.

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Multi-Information Display

KeylessLockAcknowledgement When you press the UNLOCK button on the remote transmitter to unlock the doors and the tailgate, the exterior lights blink twice to verify that the doors and the tailgate are unlocked and the security system is turned off.

When you push the LOCK button on the remote transmitter, some exterior lights flash, and a beeper sounds when you push the LOCK button again within 5 seconds to verify that the doors and the tailgate are locked and the security system has set (see page customize the exterior lights not to flash and the beeper not to sound.

). You can

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While DOOR SETUP is shown in the CUSTOMIZE GROUP of the multi- information display, press the SEL/ RESET button. The screen changes to CUSTOMIZE MENU. Press the INFO ( / ) button until you see the above display.

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Press the SEL/RESET button. The screen changes as shown above. Select ON or OFF by pressing the INFO ( / ) button, then press the SEL/RESET button to enter your selection.

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Multi-Information Display

When your choice is set, you will see the above display for several seconds, then the screen goes back to CUSTOMIZE MENU.

If your choice is not set, you will see the above display for several seconds, then the screen goes back to CUSTOMIZE MENU. If this happens, you need to repeat the same procedure.

To exit KEYLESS LOCK ACKNOWLEDGEMENT without changing the current setting, select EXIT by pressing the INFO ( / ) â–² â–¼ button, then press the SEL/RESET button. The screen goes back to CUSTOMIZE MENU.

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Multi-Information Display

SecurityRelockTimer If you unlock the doors and the tailgate with the remote transmitter, but do not open any of the doors or the tailgate within 30 seconds, the doors and the tailgate automatically relock and the security system sets.

You can change this relock time from 30 seconds to 60 or 90 seconds.

While DOOR SETUP is shown in the CUSTOMIZE GROUP of the multi- information display, press the SEL/ RESET button. The screen changes to CUSTOMIZE MENU. Press the INFO ( / ) button until you see the above display.

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Press the SEL/RESET button. The screen changes as shown above. Select the relock time you want (30, 60, or 90 seconds) by pressing the INFO ( / ) button, then press the SEL/RESET button to enter your selection.

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Multi-Information Display

When your choice is set, you will see the above display for several seconds, then the screen goes back to CUSTOMIZE MENU.

If your choice is not set, you will see the above display for several seconds, then the screen goes back to CUSTOMIZE MENU. If this happens, you need to repeat the same procedure.

To exit SECURITY RELOCK TIMER without changing the current setting, select EXIT by pressing the INFO ( / ) button, then press the SEL/RESET button. The screen goes back to CUSTOMIZE MENU.

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Multi-Information Display

AutoDoorUnlock There are three settings you can choose from:

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SHIFT TO P The driver’s door or all the doors unlock when you move the shift lever to Park.

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IGN OFF The driver’s door or all the doors unlock when you turn the ignition switch to the LOCK (0) position.

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OFF deactivated all the time.

The auto door unlock is

While DOOR SETUP is shown in the CUSTOMIZE GROUP of the multi- information display, press the SEL/ RESET button. The screen changes to CUSTOMIZE MENU. Press the INFO ( / ) button until you see the above display.

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Press the SEL/RESET button. The screen changes as shown above. Select the desired setting by pressing the INFO ( / ) button, then press the SEL/RESET button to enter your selection.

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Multi-Information Display

When your choice is set, you will see the above display for several seconds, then the screen goes back to CUSTOMIZE MENU.

If your choice is not set, you will see the above display for several seconds, then the screen goes back to CUSTOMIZE MENU. If this happens, you need to repeat the same procedure.

To exit AUTO DOOR UNLOCK without changing the current setting, select EXIT by pressing the INFO ( / ) button, then press the SEL/ â–² â–¼ RESET button. The screen goes back to CUSTOMIZE MENU.

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HEADLIGHTS/TURN SIGNAL/ FOG LIGHTS (P.114/115)

PADDLE SHIFTERS (P.297)

WINDSHIELD WIPERS/WASHERS/ REAR WINDOW WIPER/WASHER (P.112/113)

REMOTE AUDIO CONTROL BUTTONS (P.230)

VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST (VSA) OFF SWITCH (P.313)

MIRROR CONTROLS (P.143)

VOICE CONTROL BUTTONS

＊ ＊

3,

BLUETOOTH HANDSFREELINK BUTTONS

(P.251)

STEERING WHEEL ADJUSTMENT

(P.119)

HORN ＊

CRUISE CONTROL (P.234) BUTTONS MULTI-INFORMATION BUTTONS

(P.72)

＊ ＊ ＊ ＊

1 : 2 : 3 : 4 :

To use the horn, press the center pad of the steering wheel. On RDX model only On RDX with Technology Package model only Refer to the navigation system manual.

Controls Near the Steering Wheel

HAZARD WARNING BUTTON (P.118)

UPPER DISPLAY (P.169)

＊

NAVIGATION SYSTEM / CENTER DISPLAY (P.168)

＊ ＊

＊

3,

PASSENGER AIRBAG (P.32) OFF INDICATOR

REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER/ HEATED MIRROR BUTTON (P.118/144) AUXILIARY INPUT JACK

(P.220)

ACCESSORY POWER SOCKET (P.154)

SEAT HEATER SWITCHES (P.138)

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Windshield Wipers and Washers

MIST The wipers run at high speed until you release the lever.

−

OFF

−

The wipers are not activated.

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INT The length of the wiper interval is varied automatically according to the vehicle’s speed.

Vary the delay by turning the adjustment ring. If you turn it to the shortest delay ( position), the wipers change to low speed operation when the vehicle speed exceeds 12 mph (20 km/h).

While the vehicle is stopped and in gear, the wipers sweep the windshield whenever you remove your foot from the brake pedal.

Windshield Wiper

ADJUSTMENT RING

1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6.

MIST OFF INT LO Low speed HI High speed Windshield washers

Intermittent

− − −

Push the right lever up or down to select a position.

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LO

−

The wipers run at low speed.

HI

−

The wipers run at high speed.

−

Windshield Washers

Pull the wiper control lever toward you, and hold it. The washers spray until you release the lever. The wipers run at low speed, then complete one more sweep after you release the lever.

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Windshield Wipers and Washers

−

OFF The wiper is not activated. When you turn the wiper switch to OFF while the rear window wiper is in action, it will return to its parked position.

When you shift the transmission to the reverse position with the front windshield wipers activated, the rear window wiper operates automatically. When the wiper control lever position is INT, the rear wiper operates intermittently. When it is LO or HI, the rear wiper operates continuously.

Rear Window Washer with Wiper Hold past ON to turn the rear − window wiper on and to spray the rear window washer. The rear window wiper makes one more sweep after you release the switch.

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Rear Window Washer Only Rotate the switch counterclockwise from OFF to spray the window washer without activating the wiper. The washer will operate until you release the switch.

The rear window washer uses the same fluid reservoir as the wind- shield washer.

Rear Window Wiper and Washer

1. 2. 3. 4.

ON OFF Rear Window Washer with Wiper Rear Window Washer Only.

−

ON Rotate the switch clockwise to turn the rear window wiper ON. The wiper operates intermittently.

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Turn Signals and Headlights

−

Turn Signal Push down on the lever to signal a left turn and up to signal a right turn. To signal a lane change, push lightly on the lever, and hold it. The lever will return to center when you release it or complete a turn.

1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8.

Turn signal Off Parking and interior lights Headlights High beams Flash high beams Fog lights off Fog lights on

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−

Turning the switch to

’’ position turns on the

Headlights the ‘‘ parking lights, taillights, instrument panel lights, side-marker lights, and rear license plate lights.

Turning the switch to the ‘‘ position turns on the headlights.

’’

’’ or ‘‘

When the light switch is in the ‘‘ ’’ position, the lights on indicator comes on as a reminder. This indicator stays on if you leave the light switch on and turn the ignition switch to the ACCESSORY (I) or the LOCK (0) position.

If you leave the lights on with the key removed from the ignition switch, you will hear a reminder beeper when you open the driver’s door.

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−

Push the lever

High Beams forward and the high beam indicator will come on (see page back to return to low beams.

). Pull it

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Fog Lights Turn the fog lights on and off by turning the switch next to the headlight switch.

To flash the high beams, pull the lever back lightly, then release it. The high beams will stay on as long as you hold the lever back.

You can use the fog lights only when the headlights are on low beam. They will go off when the headlights are turned off.

Headlights

Automatic Lighting Off Feature This feature turns off the headlights, parking lights, taillights, side marker lights, license plate lights, and instrument panel lights within 15
seconds of removing the key from the ignition switch and closing the driver’s door.

This feature activates if you leave the headlight switch in the or

position, remove the key, then

open and close the driver’s door.

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 after 10
minutes.

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Headlights

The lights will turn on again when you unlock or open the driver’s door. If you unlock the door, but do not open it within 15 seconds, the lights will go off. With the driver’s door open, you will hear a lights on reminder beeper.

You can change the ‘‘HEADLIGHT AUTO OFF TIMER’’ setting on the multi-information display (see page 98

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position, the high beam

Daytime Running Lights With the headlight switch off or in the headlights and the high beam indicator come on with reduced brightness when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position and release the parking brake. They remain on until you turn the ignition switch off, even if you set the parking brake.

The headlights revert to normal operation when you turn them on with the switch.

If you see a ‘‘CHECK DRL SYSTEM’’ message on the multi- information display, there is a problem with the daytime running light system. Take your vehicle to a dealer to have it checked.

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Instrument Panel Brightness

INSTRUMENT PANEL BRIGHTNESS CONTROL KNOB The knob on the instrument panel controls the brightness of the instru- ment panel lights. Turn the knob to adjust the brightness. Separate adjustments can be made when the headlights are on and off.

You will hear a beep when maximum or minimum brightness is reached. You will also hear a beep when the maximum level is canceled by turning the knob a click to the left.

U.S. model is shown.

To reduce glare at night, the instrument panel illumination dims when you turn the light switch to the

or

position.

The level of brightness is shown on the multi-information display while you adjust it. It goes out 5 seconds after you finish adjusting.

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Rear Window Defogger, Hazard Warning Button

If you do not turn it off, the defogger will automatically shut itself off after a certain period depending on the ambient temperature. It also shuts off when you turn off the ignition switch. You have to turn it on again when you restart the vehicle.

In cold weather, the defogger will not automatically shut itself off. You must manually shut off the rear window defogger when it is no longer needed.

Make sure the rear window is clear and you have good visibility before starting to drive.

The defogger wires on the inside of the rear window can be accidentally damaged. When cleaning the glass, always wipe side-to-side.

Hazard Warning Button

Push the button between the center vents to turn on the hazard warning lights (four-way flashers). This causes all outside turn signals and both indicators in the instrument panel to flash. Use the hazard warning lights if you need to park in a dangerous area near heavy traffic, or if your vehicle is disabled.

Rear Window Defogger

The rear window defogger clears fog, frost, and thin ice from the window. Push the defogger button to turn it on and off. Pushing this button also turns the mirror heaters on and off. The indicator in the button comes on to show the defogger is on.

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Steering Wheel Adjustments Make any steering wheel adjustments before you start driving.

Adjusting the steering wheel position while driving may cause you to lose control of the vehicle and be seriously injured in a crash.

Adjust the steering wheel only when the vehicle is stopped.

1.

2.

Push the lever under the steering column all the way down.

Move the steering wheel up or down, and in or out, so it points toward your chest, not toward your face. Make sure you can see the instrument panel gauges and indicators.

Steering Wheel Adjustments, Keys and Locks

Keys and Locks

KEY NUMBER TAG

MASTER KEYS WITH REMOTE TRANSMITTER

VALET KEY (Light Gray)

LEVER

3.

4.

Push the lever up to lock the steering wheel in position.

Make sure you have securely locked the steering wheel in place by trying to move it up, down, in, and out.

The master key fits all the locks on your vehicle. The valet key works only in the ignition and the door locks. You can keep the glove box and console compartment locked when you leave your vehicle and the valet key at a parking facility.

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Keys and Locks

You should have received a key number tag with your keys. You will need this key number if you ever have to get a lost key replaced. Use only Acura-approved key blanks.

RetractableMasterKey

RELEASE BUTTON

Push

These keys contain electronic circuits that are activated by the immobilizer system. They will not work to start the engine if the circuits are damaged.

Protect the keys from direct sunlight, high temperature, and high humidity.

Do not drop the keys or set heavy objects on them.

Keep the keys away from liquids. If they get wet, dry them immediately with a soft cloth.

The valet key does not contain a battery. Do not try to take it apart.

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The master key can be retracted into the remote transmitter. To use the key, push the release button to release the key from the transmitter. The key should be fully extended. To retract the key, push the release button and at the same time push the key into the remote transmitter until it is securely latched.

Always use the fully-extended key when you insert it to the ignition switch. If the key does not fully extend, the immobilizer system may not operate properly and may prevent the engine from starting.

The key may come in contact with your finger while being retracted or extended. Make sure your fingers do not touch the pivot of the key when retracting or extending the key.

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The immobilizer system protects your vehicle from theft. If an improperly-coded key (or other device) is used, the engine’s fuel system is disabled.

When you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position, the immobilizer system indicator should come on briefly, then go off. If the indicator starts to blink, it means the system does not recognize the coding of the key. Turn the ignition switch to the LOCK (0) position, remove the key, reinsert it, and turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position again.

Immobilizer System

The system may not recognize your key’s coding if another immobilizer key or other metal object (i.e. key fob) is near the ignition switch when you insert the key.

If the system repeatedly does not recognize the coding of your key, contact your dealer.

AsrequiredbytheFCC: ThisdevicecomplieswithPart15ofthe FCCrules.Operationissubjecttothe followingtwoconditions:(1)Thisdevice maynotcauseharmfulinterference,and (2)thisdevicemustacceptany interferencereceived,including interferencethatmaycauseundesired operation.

Do not attempt to alter this system or add other devices to it. Electrical problems could result that may make your vehicle inoperable.

Changesormodificationsnotexpressly approvedbythepartyresponsiblefor compliancecouldvoidtheuser’s authoritytooperatetheequipment.

If you have lost your key and cannot start the engine, contact your dealer.

Always take the ignition key with you whenever you leave the vehicle alone.

ThisdevicecomplieswithIndustry CanadaStandardRSS-210. Operationissubjecttothefollowingtwo conditions:(1)thisdevicemaynotcause interference,and(2)thisdevicemust acceptanyinterferencethatmaycause undesiredoperationofthedevice.

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Ignition Switch

If the front wheels are turned, the anti-theft lock may make it difficult to turn the key. Firmly turn the steering wheel to the left or right as you turn the key.

−

You can

ACCESSORY (I) operate the audio system and the accessory power sockets in this position.

You will hear a reminder beeper if you leave the key in the ignition switch in the LOCK (0) or the ACCESSORY (I) position and open the driver’s door. Remove the key to turn off the beeper.

You will also see a ‘‘REMOVE KEY’’ message on the multi-information display (see page

78

).

−

This is the normal key

ON (II) position when driving. Several of the indicators on the instrument panel come on as a test when you turn the ignition switch from the ACCESSORY (I) to the ON (II) position.

The shift lever must be in Park before you can remove the key from the ignition switch.

−

Use this position

START (III) only to start the engine. The switch returns to the ON (II) position when you let go of the key.

The ignition switch has four positions: LOCK (0), ACCESSORY (I), ON (II), and START (III).

−

You can insert or

LOCK (0) remove the key only in this position. To turn the key, the shift lever must be in Park, and you must push the key in slightly.

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Power Door Locks

Driver’s Side

LOCK TAB

Passenger’s Side

MASTER DOOR LOCK SWITCH

Each front door has a master door lock switch. Either switch locks and unlocks all doors and the tailgate. Push the top of the switch to lock all doors and the tailgate; push the bottom to unlock them.

Door Locks

When the door is unlocked, you can see the red indicator on the lock tab next to the inside door handle.

All doors and the tailgate can be locked from the outside by using the key in the driver’s door lock. To unlock only the driver’s door, insert the key, turn the key, and release it. The remaining doors and the tailgate unlock when you turn the key a second time within a few seconds.

To unlock

To lock

You can change the ‘‘DOOR LOCK MODE’’ setting on the multi- information display (see page

103

).

Each door has a lock tab next to the inside door handle. When you pull backward on the lock tab on the driver’s door, all the doors and the tailgate lock. Pushing forward on the lock tab on the driver’s door unlocks only that door. The lock tab on the each passenger’s door locks and unlocks only that door.

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Door Locks

When the vehicle speed reaches about 9 mph (about 15 km/h) or more, all the doors lock automatically.

You can change the ‘‘AUTO DOOR LOCK’’ setting on the multi- information display (see page

101

).

When you shift to P after driving, the driver’s door unlocks.

You can change the ‘‘AUTO DOOR UNLOCK’’ setting on the multi- information display (see page

109

).

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To lock any passenger’s door when getting out of the vehicle, pull backward on the lock tab and close the door. To lock the driver’s door, remove the key from the ignition switch and pull backward on the lock tab. Then close the door.

LockoutPrevention With the driver’s door open and the key in the ignition, both master door lock switches are disabled. They are not disabled if the driver’s door is closed. Pushing the switch down on the open front passenger’s door will lock all doors and the tailgate.

Childproof Door Locks

Lock

LEVER

The childproof door locks are designed to prevent children seated in the rear from accidentally opening the rear doors. Each rear door has a lock lever near the edge. With the lever in the LOCK position (lever is down), the door cannot be opened from the inside regardless of the position of the lock tab. To open the door, push the lock tab forward and use the outside door handle.

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The tailgate will lock when you lock the driver’s door, and will unlock when you unlock all doors.

SWITCH

You can change the ‘‘DOOR LOCK MODE’’ setting on the multi- information display (see page

103

).

Tailgate

TAILGATE HANDLE

To open the tailgate, press and hold the switch, then lift up.

To close the tailgate, hold the tailgate handle, lower the tailgate, then press down on the back edge.

Keep the tailgate closed at all times while driving to avoid damaging the tailgate and to prevent exhaust gas from getting into the interior. See Carbon Monoxide Hazard 56

on page

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Tailgate

Unlocking the Tailgate

If you need to unlock the tailgate manually, it means there is a problem with the tailgate. Have the vehicle checked by your dealer.

COVER

LEVER

If the power door lock system cannot unlock the tailgate, unlock it manually.

Push and hold the release lever to the right as shown, then push the tailgate to open it.

Use a small flat-tip screwdriver to remove the cover on the back of the tailgate.

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UNLOCK BUTTON

LOCK BUTTON

PANIC BUTTON

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LOCK Press this button once to lock all doors and the tailgate. Some exterior lights will flash. When you push LOCK twice within 5 seconds, you will hear a beep to verify that the doors and tailgate are locked and the security system has set. This button does not work if any door or tailgate is not fully closed.

To change the ‘‘KEYLESS LOCK ACKNOWLEDGEMENT’’ setting, see page

105

−

Press this button once

UNLOCK to unlock the driver’s door. Push it twice to unlock the other doors. Some exterior lights will flash twice when you push the button. If you do not open any door or the tailgate within 30 seconds, they will automatically relock.

To change the ‘‘DOOR LOCK 103
MODE’’ setting, see page

Remote Transmitter

When you press the UNLOCK button, the ceiling lights (if the front and rear ceiling light switches are in the door activated position) will come on. If you do not open any door, the lights stay on for about 30
seconds, then fade out. If you relock the doors with the remote transmitter before 30 seconds have elapsed, the lights go off immediately.

To change the ‘‘SECURITY RELOCK TIMER’’ setting, see page 107

To change the ‘‘INTERIOR LIGHT DIMMING TIME’’ setting, see page 96

−

Press this button for

PANIC about 1 second to attract attention; the horn will sound, and the exterior lights will flash for about 30 seconds. To cancel panic mode, press any button on the remote transmitter, or turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position.

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Remote Transmitter

Remote Transmitter Care

Avoid dropping or throwing the transmitter.

Protect the transmitter from extreme temperature.

Do not immerse the transmitter in any liquid.

If you lose a transmitter, the replacement needs to be reprogrammed by your dealer.

Replacing the Transmitter Battery If it takes several pushes on the button to lock or unlock the doors and the tailgate, replace the battery as soon as possible. Battery type: CR1616

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KEYPAD

SCREW

To replace the battery:

1.

2.

Remove the screw at the base of the transmitter with a small Phillips-head screwdriver.

Separate the keypad from the transmitter by pushing any button from outside.

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4.

Remove the old battery and note the polarity. Make sure the polarity of the new battery is the same ( insert it in the keypad.

side facing up), then

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BATTERY

3.

Place a cloth on the edge of the keypad, and remove the upper half by carefully prying on the edge with a small flat-tip screwdriver.

An improperly disposed of battery can hurt the environment. Always confirm local regulations for battery disposal.

5.

Snap the two halves of the keypad, then install the parts in reverse order.

Remote Transmitter

AsrequiredbytheFCC: ThisdevicecomplieswithPart15ofthe FCCrules.Operationissubjecttothe followingtwoconditions:(1)Thisdevice maynotcauseharmfulinterference,and (2)thisdevicemustacceptany interferencereceived,including interferencethatmaycauseundesired operation.

Changesormodificationsnotexpressly approvedbythepartyresponsiblefor compliancecouldvoidtheuser’s authoritytooperatetheequipment.

ThisdevicecomplieswithIndustry CanadaStandardRSS-210. Operationissubjecttothefollowingtwo conditions:(1)thisdevicemaynotcause interference,and(2)thisdevicemust acceptanyinterferencethatmaycause undesiredoperationofthedevice.

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Remote Transmitter

Keyless Memory Settings

TM

Here are the settings activated with the remote;

Driving position memory (see page

145

).

When you unlock and open the driver’s door with the remote transmitter, the driver’s seat (except the power lumbar feature) and outside mirrors start to move to the positions stored in memory. The indicator in the related memory button to the remote comes on.

When you unlock the driver’s door with your remote, each remote activates the keyless memory settings related to that remote. The driver’s ID (MEMORY 1 or MEMORY 2) is shown on the back of each remote.

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To turn off this feature, press and hold the LOCK and UNLOCK buttons at the same time. The LED in the remote will blink twice. Then release the buttons. Doing this cancels the keyless memory settings for that remote.

To turn the keyless memory settings back on, repeat this procedure. The LED will blink once to indicate the feature has been turned on.

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Seats

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Front Seat Power Adjustments Seepages forimportantsafety informationandwarningsabouthowto properlypositiontheseatsandseat- backs.

The controls for the power adjustable front seats are on the outside edge of each seat bottom. You can adjust the seats with the ignition switch in any position. Make all seat adjustments before you start driving.

The passenger seat has the same adjustments as the driver’s seat but without any height and lumbar adjustments.

DRIVER’S SEAT

PASSENGER’S SEAT

Moves the seat forward and backward.

Moves the front of the seat up or down. (Driver’s seat only)

Raises or lowers the seat. (Driver’s seat only)

Moves the whole seat up and forward, or down and backward. The front of the seat also tilts up or down at the same time. (Driver’s seat only)

Adjusts the seat-back angle forward or backward.

Increases or decreases the lumbar support. (Driver’s seat only)

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Seats

Head Restraints Seepage forimportantsafety informationandawarningabout improperlypositioningheadrestraints.

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Your vehicle is equipped with head restraints in all seating positions to help protect you and your passengers from whiplash and other injuries.

They are most effective when you adjust them so the center of the back of the occupant’s head rests against the center of the restraint.

Front

CUSHION

LEG

SEAT-BACK

RELEASE BUTTON

AdjustingtheHeadRestraint The front and rear head restraints adjust for height. You need both hands to adjust the restraint. Do not attempt to adjust it while driving. To raise it, pull upward. To lower the restraint, push the release button and push the restraint down.

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Rear

CUSHION

When reinstalling a head restraint, put the legs back in place. Then adjust it to the appropriate height while pressing the release button.

Make sure the removed head restraints are securely stored.

Failure to reinstall the head restraints can result in severe injury during a crash.

Always replace the head restraints before driving.

Seats

LEGS

SEAT-BACK

RELEASE BUTTON

RemovingtheHeadRestraint To remove a head restraint for cleaning or repair, pull it up as far as it will go. Push the release button, then pull the restraint out of the seat- back.

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This reduces the distance between the restraint and the occupant’s head. It also helps protect the occupants against whiplash and injuries to the neck and upper spine.

After a collision, the activated restraint should return to its normal position.

If the restraints do not return to their normal position, or in the event of a severe collision, have the vehicle inspected by an Acura dealer.

For a head restraint system to work properly:

Do not hang any items on the head restraints, or from the restraint legs.

Do not place any object between an occupant and the seat-back.

Install each restraint in its proper location.

Only use genuine Acura replacement head restraints.

Seats

ActiveHeadRestraints

The driver’s and front passenger’s seats have active head restraints. If the vehicle is struck severely from the rear, the occupant properly secured with the seat belt will be pushed against the seat-back and the head restraint will automatically move forward.

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Armrests

Front

Rear

The lid of the console compartment can be used as an armrest.

The rear seat armrest is in the center of the rear seat. Pivot it down to use it.

A beverage holder is located in the armrest.

Seats

Folding the Rear Seats Down The rear seat-backs can be folded down to give more cargo room. Each side folds down separately. So you can still carry a passenger in the rear seat.

Remove any items from the seat before folding down the seat-back.

Make sure there are no items on the floor before folding down the seats.

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