fuel Acura RDX 2007 User Guide

The odometer shows the total
distance your vehicle has been
driven. It measures miles in U.S.
models and kilometers in Canadian
models. It is illegal under U.S.
federal law and Canadian provincial
regulations to disconnect, reset, or
alter the odometer with the intent to
ch ange the number of miles or
kilometers indicated.
This meter shows the number of
miles (U.S.) or kilometers (Canada)
driven since you last reset it. There
are two trip meters: Trip A and Trip
B. Each trip meter works
independently, so you can keep track
of two different distances. When
you reset Trip A, AVG.
FUEL A is reset at the same time.
When you reset Trip B, AVG.
FUEL B is reset. The
temperature sensor is in the
front bumper. The temperatu re
reading can be affected by heat
reflection from the road surface,
engine heat, and the exhaust from
surrounding traffic. This can cause
an incorrect temperature reading
when your vehicle speed is under
19 mph (30 km/h). When you start
your trip, the sensor is not fully
acclimatized, therefore it may take
several minutes until the proper
te mperature is displayed.
In certain weather conditions,
temperature readings near freezing
(32°F, 0°C) could mean that ice is
forming on the road surface.
To reset a trip meter, display it, then
press and hold the SEL/RESET
button until the number resets to
‘‘0.0’’. You
can adjust the outside
temperature in the multi-info rmation
display (see page ).
You
can customize the Trip A and
AVG. FUEL A reset condition in the
multi-info rmation display (see page
).
This shows the outside temperature
in Fahrenheit (U.S. models), or in
Centigrade (Canadian models). 98
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Multi-Inf ormation Display
Odometer
Trip MeterOutside Temperature Display
Inst rument s and Cont rols
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This shows the estimated distance
you can travel on the fuel rema ining
in the fuel tank. This distan ce is
estimated from the fuel economy
you received over the last several
miles(U.S.) or kilometers (Canada),
so it will vary with changes in speed,
traffic, etc.
This shows the time traveled since
you last reset it. When you turn the
ignition switch to the ON (II)
pos ition, ELAPSED TIME is reset.
You can customize the ELAPSED
TIME reset condition in the multi-
info rmation display (see page ).You
can customize the Trip A and
AVG. FUEL A reset condition in the
multi-info rmation display (see page
).
This
shows your vehicle’s average
fuel economy in mpg (U.S. model s)
or
/100 km (Canadian models)
since you last reset the Trip A or
Trip B.
When
you reset Trip A, AVG.
SPEED is also reset.
This
shows the average speed you
are traveling in miles per hour (mph)
forU.S.modelsorkilometersper
hour (km/h) for Can adian models.
When the battery is disconnect ed, or
you refuel, RANGE is also reset.
The
multi -information display in the
instrument panel shows you the
engine oil life and maintenance
service items when the ignition
switch is in the ON (II) position. This
information helps to keep you aware
of the periodic maintenance your
vehicle needs for continued trouble-
free driving. Refer to page for
more inf ormation.
This shows your current f uel
mileage.
When you turn of f the engine, INST.
MPG or INST. L/100 km is also
reset.
The average f uel mileage will be
reset when you reset the trip meter,
or if the vehicle’s battery goes dead
or is disconnected.98
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Multi-Inf ormation Display
RANGE
EL A PSED T IME
AVG. FUEL A/B A VG. SPEED
Maintenance Minder
INST.MPG(U.S.models)/INST.
L /100km (Canadian models)
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Menu Item Setting Option Page
Group Setup Description
LANGUAGE SELECT ION
ADJUST OUTSIDE
TEMP. DISPLAY
TRIP A & AVG. FUEL
RESET with REFUEL
ELAP. TIME RESET
CONDITION
INTERIOR LIGHT
DIMMING T IME
HEADLIGHT AUT O OFF
TIMER
AUTO DOOR LOCK ENGLISH
FRENCH
SPANISH
5°F 0°F 5°F
3°C 0°C 3°C
ON
OFF
IGN RESET
TRIP A RESET
TRIP B RESET
15 sec
30 sec
60 sec
0sec
15 sec
30 sec
60 sec
SHIFT FROM P
WITH VEH SPEED
OFF 94
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105
108
MET ER SET UP
(P.93)
LIGHTING SETUP
(P.102)
DOOR SETUP
(P.107) Changes the language used in the display.
Changes the outside temperature reading above or
below its current reading.
Causes trip meter A and the average fuel economy
to reset when you refuel.
Resets the elapsed time of your current trip.
Changes how long (in seconds) the interior lights
stay on after you close the doors.
Changes how long (in seconds) the exterior lights
stay on after you close the driver’s door.
Changes when the doors automatically lock.
: Default setting
Multi-Inf ormation Display
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Here are the four custom settings
forthemetersetup:
LANGUAGE SELECTION
ADJUST OUTSIDE TEMP.
DISPLAY
TRIP A & AVG. FUEL RESET
with REFUEL
ELAP. TIME RESET
CONDITION
While METER SETUP is shown in
the CUSTOMIZE GROUP of the
multi-info rmation display, press the
SEL/RESET button.
Each time you press the INFO ( /
) button, the screen changes as
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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Meter Setup
Multi-Information Display
Instru me ntsand Cont ro ls
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: Press the SEL/
RESET button or
the Select/Reset
knob
: Press the INFO
( / ) button or
rotate Select/
Reset knob Seepage94
Seepage96
Seepage98
Seepage100
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While METER SETUP is shown in
the CUSTOMIZE GROUP of the
multi-inf ormation display, press the
SEL/RESET button. The screen
changes to CUSTOMIZE MENU.
Press the INFO ( / ) button until
you see the above display.
To cause Trip A and AVG. FUEL A
to reset every time you ref uel your
vehicle, f ollow these instructions:
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.
Multi-Inf ormation Display
T rip A & A vg. Fuel Reset wit h Ref uel
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To exit TRIP A & AVG. FUEL
RESET with REFUEL 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.
When your choice is set, you will see
the above display f or several seconds,
then the screen goes back to
CUSTOMIZE MENU.
If your choice is not set, you will see
the above display f or several seconds,
then the screen goes back to
CUSTOMIZE MENU. If this
happens, you need to repeat the
same procedure.
CONT INUED
Multi-Inf ormation Display
Inst rument s and Cont rols
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Bef ore you begin driving your
vehicle, you should know what
gasoline to use and how to check the
levels of important f luids. You also
need to know how to properly store
luggage or packages. The
inf ormation in this section will help
you. If you plan to add any
accessories to your vehicle, please
read the information in this section
first..............................
Break-in Period .278
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Fuel Recommendation .278
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Service Station Procedures .279
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Ref ueling .279
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Check Fuel Cap Message .280
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Tighten Fuel Cap Message .281
Opening and Closing
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the Hood .282
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Oil Check .283
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Engine Coolant Check . 283
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Fuel Economy .284
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Accessories and Modif ications . 285
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Carrying Cargo .287
Bef ore Driving
Bef ore Driving
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Help assure your vehicle’s f uture
reliability and perf ormance by paying
extra attention to how you drive
during the f irst 600 miles (1,000 km).
During this period:Avoid full-throttle starts and rapid
acceleration.
Avoidhardbrakingforthefirst
200 miles (300 km).
Do not change the oil until the
scheduled maintenance time.
You should also f ollow these
recommendations with an
overhauled or exchanged engine, or
when the brakes are replaced. Do not tow a trailer. In addition, in order to maintain good
perf ormance, f uel economy, and
emissions control, we strongly
recommend, in areas where it is
available, the use of gasoline that
does NOT contain manganese-based
f uel additives such as MMT.
Use of gasoline with these additives
may adversely af f ect perf ormance,
and cause the malfunction indicator
lamp on your instrument panel to
come on. If this happens, contact
your authorized dealer f or service.
Your vehicle is designed to operate
on premium unleaded gasoline with a
pump octane of 91 or higher. If this
octane grade is unavailable, regular
unleaded gasoline with a pump
octane of 87 or higher may be used
temporarily. The use of regular
unleaded gasoline can cause metallic
knocking noises in the engine and
will result in decreased engine
perf ormance. The long-term use of
regular-grade gasoline can lead to
engine damage.
We recommend using quality
gasolines containing detergent
additives that help prevent fuel
system and engine deposits.
Break-in Period
Fuel Recommendation
Break-in Period, Fuel Recommendation
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Park with the driver’s side closest
to the service station pump.
Some gasoline today is blended with
oxygenates such as ethanol or
MTBE. Your vehicle is designed to
operate on oxygenated gasoline
containing up to 10 % ethanol by
volume and up to 15 % MTBE by
volume. Do not use gasoline
containing methanol.
If your notice any undesirable
operating symptoms, try another
service station or switch to another
brand of gasoline.
For f urther important f uel-related
inf ormation, please ref er to your
. Open the f uel f ill door by pulling
onthehandleattheoutsideof the
driver’s seat.
1.
2. Ref ueling
Quick Start Guide
Fuel Recommendation, Service Station Procedures
Bef ore Driving
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Pull
FUEL FILL CAP
FUEL FILL DOOR RELEASE HANDLE
TETHER
Gasoline is highly flammable
and explosive. You can be
burned or seriously injured
when handling fuel.Stop the engine, and keep
heat, sparks, and flame away.
Handle fuel only outdoors.
Wipe up spills immediately.
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Screw the fuel fill cap back on
until it clicks at least once.
even though the tank is not full,
there may be a problem with your
vehicle’s fuel vapor recovery
system. The system helps keep
fu el vapors from going into the
atmosphere. Try filling at anoth er
pump. If this does not fix the
problem, consult your dealer.
Stop
filling the tank after the fuel
nozzle automatically clicks off. Do
not try to ‘‘top off’’ the tank. Leave
some room for the fuel to expand
with temperature changes.
Remove
the fuel fill cap slowly.
You may hear a hissing sound as
pressure inside the tank escapes.
Place the cap in the holder on the
fu el fill door. If you do not properly tighten the cap,
you will see a ‘‘CHECK FUEL CAP’’
message on the information display
(see the next column).
If you do not properly tighten the cap,
you will see a ‘‘TIGHTEN FUEL
CAP’’ message on the multi-
inf ormation display (see page ). Push the f uel f ill door closed until
it latches. If your f uel f ill cap is loose or
missing, a ‘‘CHECK FUEL CAP’’
message appears on the information
display af ter you start the engine.
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5.
6.
3.
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If the f uel nozzle keeps clicking of fOn RDX with Technology Package
model
On RDX model
On RDX model
Check Fuel Cap Message
Service Station Procedure
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