instrument panel Acura RDX 2007 Owner's Manual

2007 Acura RDX Online Reference Owner's Manual
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Contents

Owner's Identification Form
Introduction ........................................................................\
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A Few Words About Safe ty........................................................................\
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Your Vehicle at a Glance........................................................................\
............................................ .3
Driver and Passenger Safety ........................................................................\
..................................... .5
Proper use and care of your vehicle's seat belts, and Supplemental Restr\
aint System.
Instruments and Control s........................................................................\
........................................ .61
Instrume nt panel indicator and gauge, and how to use dashboard and steering colu\
mn controls.
Comfort and Convenience Features ........................................................................\
..................... .169
How to operate the climate control system, the audio system, and other c\
onvenience features.
Before Driving........................................................................\
..........................................................277
What gasoline to use, how to break -in your new vehicle, and how to load luggage and other cargo.
Driving ........................................................................\
..................................................................... .291
The proper way to start the engine, shift the transmission, and park, pl\
us towing a trailer.
Maintenance........................................................................\
.............................................................327
The Maintenance Schedule shows you when you need to take you r vehicle to the dealer.
Taking Care of the Unexpecte d........................................................................\
..............................381
This section covers several problems motorists sometimes experience, an d how to handle them.
Technical Informatio n........................................................................\
............................................ .405
ID numbers, dimensions, capacities, and technical information.
Warranty and Customer Relations (U.S. and Canad a)................................................................421
A summary of the warranties covering your new Acura, and how to contact \
us.
Authorized Manu als (U.S. only)........................................................................\
..............................425
How to order manuals and other technical literature.
Index........................................................................\
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Service Information Summary
A summary of information you need when you pull up to the fuel pump.

Accord Value Package Audio System

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. Af terwards, keep this owner’s manual in your vehicle so
youcanrefertoitatanytime.
Several warranties protect your new vehicle. Read the warranty booklet
thoroughly so you understand the coverages and are aware of your rights
and responsibilities.As you read this manual, you will
f ind inf ormation that is preceded by
a
symbol. This
inf ormation is intended to help you
avoid damage to your vehicle, other
property, or the environment.
Congratulations! Your selection of a 2007 Acura RDX was a wise investment.
It will give you years of driving pleasure.
Maintaining your vehicle according to the maintenance minder shown in the
instrument panel helps to keep your driving trouble-f ree while it preserves
your investment. When your vehicle needs maintenance, keep in mind that
your dealer’s staf f is specially trained in servicing the many systems unique
to your vehicle. Your dealer is dedicated to your satisf action and will be
pleased to answer any questions and concerns.
Introduction
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Moonroof Switch
(P.153)
(P.158)
(P.253)
1: On RDX model only
On RDX with Technology Package model only
3: 2:
Your Vehicle at a Glance
Your Vehicle at a Glance
3
HOOD RELEASE HANDLE POWER DOOR LOCK
MASTER SWITCH GAUGES
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
PARKING BRAKE PEDAL CLIMATE CONTROL
SYSTEM
INSTRUMENT PANEL
INDICATORS
POWER DOOR LOCK
MASTER SWITCH
(P.9
,26) AUDIO SYSTEM
POWER WINDOW
SWITCH
POWER WINDOW
SWITCHES
FUEL FILL DOOR
RELEASE HANDLE DRIVER’S FRONT AIRBAG PASSENGER’S FRONT AIRBAG
(P.65)
(P.75)
(P.151) (P.282)
(P.279) (P.157) ACCESSORY POWER
SOCKET
(P.164)
(P.199) (P.151) (P.170)
(P.9,
34)
(P.180)
(P.295)
CEILING CONSOLE
(P.131)
(P.131)
AUDIO SYSTEM
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Your vehicle is equipped with seat
belts in all seating positions.
Seat belts are the single most
effectivesafetydeviceforadultsand
larger children. (Inf ants and smaller
children must be properly restrained
in child seats.)
Not wearing a seat belt properly
increases the chance of serious
injury or death in a crash, even
though your vehicle has airbags.
In addition, most states and all
Canadian provinces require you to
wear seat belts.When properly worn, seat belts:
Help protect you in almost every
type of crash, including f rontal,
side, and rear impacts and
rollovers. Keep you connected to the vehicle
so you can take advantage of the
vehicle’s built-in saf ety f eatures. Always wear your seat belt, and
make sure you wear it properly. Of course, seat belts cannot
completely protect you in every
crash.Butinmostcases,seatbelts
can reduce your risk of serious
injury.Help keep you in a good position
should the airbags ever deploy. A
good position reduces the risk of
injury f rom an inf lating airbag and
allows you to get the best
advantage f rom the airbag. Keep you f rom being thrown out
of the vehicle. Help keep you f rom being thrown
against the inside of the vehicle
and against other occupants.
Your seat belt system also includes
an indicator on the instrument panel
and a beeper to remind you and your
passengers to f asten your seat belts.
Your Vehicle’s Saf ety Features
Seat Belts
Why Wear Seat Belt s
What You Should Do:
8
Not wearing a seat belt properly
increases the chance of serious
injury or death in a crash, even
though your vehicle has airbags.
Be sure you and your
passengers always wear seat
belts and wear them properly.
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Your seat belt system includes lap/
shoulder belts in all five seating
positions. The front seat belts are
also equipped with automatic seat
belt tensioners.
This system uses the same sensors
as the front airbags to monitor
whether the front seat belts are
latched or unlatch ed, and how much
weight is on the front passenger’s
seat (see pages and ). If
either the driver or a front
passenger does not fasten their seat
belt while driving, the beep er will
sound and the indicator will flash
again at regular intervals.
This system monitors the front seat
belts. If you turn the ignition switch
to the ON (II) position before your
seat belt is fastened, the beeper will
sound and the indicator will flash. If
your seat belt is not fastened before
the beeper stops, the indicator will
stop flashing but remain on.
If a front passenger does not fasten
their seat belt, the indicator will
come on about 6 seconds after the
ignition switch is turned to the ON
(II) position. You
will also see a ‘‘FAS TEN SEAT
BELT’’ or ‘‘FASTEN PASSENGER
SEAT BELT’’ message on the multi-
inf ormation display (see page ).
When no one is sitting in the f ront
passenger’s seat, or a child or small
adult is riding there, the indicator
should not come on and the beeper
should not sound.
The seat belt system
includes an indicator on the
instrument panel and a beeper to
remind you and your passengers to
f asten your seat belts.
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On RDX with Technology Package
model
Additional Inf ormation About Your Seat Belts
Seat Belt System Components
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If you ever have a moderate to
severe frontal collision, sensors will
detect the vehicle’s rapid
deceleration.
If the rate of deceleration is high
enough, the control unit will instan tly
infl ate the driver’s and front
passenger’s airbags, at the time and
with the force needed.
A
rollover sensor that can detect if
your vehicle is about to roll over
and signal the control unit to
deploy both side curtain airbags
and front seat belt tensioners (see
page ).
A sophisticated electronic system
that continually monitors and
reco rds information about the
sensors, the control unit, the
airbag activators, the seat belt
tensioners, and driver and front
passenger seat belt use when the
ignition switch is in the ON (II)
position.
An indicator on the instrument
panel that alerts you to a possible
problem with your airbags,
sensors, or seat belt tensioners
(see page ). An
indicator on the instrument
panel that alerts you that the
passenger’s side airbag has been
turned off (see page ).
An indicator on the dashboard that
alerts you that the passenger’s
front airbag has been turned off
(see page ).
Emergency backup power in case
your vehicle’s electrical system is
disconnected in a crash.
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34
33 How Your Front Airbags Work
Additional Inf ormation About Your Airbags
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This section gives inf ormation about
the controls and displays that
contribute to the daily operation of
your vehicle. All the essential
controls are within easy reach............................
Control Locations .62
......................
Instrume nt Panel . 63, 64
..........
Instrument Panel Indicators . 65
.............................................
Gauges .75
.....................
Turbo Boost Meter .75
..................................
Fuel Gauge .75
....................
Inf ormation Display . 76.............
Multi-Inf ormation Display . 79
.......................
System Messages .84
...................
Customized Settings . 87
Controls Near the Steering .........................................
Wheel .118
Windshield Wipers and .................................
Washers .119
Rear Window Wiper and ...................................
Washer .120
.........
Turn Signal and Headlights . 121
......
Instrument Panel Brightness . 124
...............
Rear Window Def ogger . 125
...............
Hazard Warning Button . 125
........
Steering Wheel Adjustment . 126
.............................
Keys and Locks .126
......................
Immobilizer System .128
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Ignition Switch .129
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Door Locks .131
....................
Power Door Locks . 131
............
Childproof Door Locks . 132
Auto Door ..............
Locking/Unlocking . 133
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Tailgate .138
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Remote Transmitter .140
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Seats .144
.......
Driver’s Seat Adjustments . 144Front Passenger’s Seat
..........................
Adjustments .145
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Head Restraints .146
....................................
Armrests .147
.
Folding the Rear Seats Down . 147
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Seat Heaters .150
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Power Windows .151
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Moonroof .153
...........................................
Mirrors .155
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Adjusting the Power Mirrors . 155
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Reverse Mirror Tilt . 156
.........................
Heated Mirrors .156
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Parking Brake .157
...............................
Interior Lights .158
............................
Ceiling Lights .158
........................
Courtesy Lights .160
......................
Cargo Area Light .160
.........
Interior Convenience Items . 161
..................................
Glove Box .162
..................
Front Door Pockets . 162
.....................
Beverage Holders .163
........
Accessory Power Sockets . 164
...................................
Sun Visor .164
............................
Vanity Mirror .165
.............
Console Compartment . 165
.....................
Cargo Area Cover .167
Instruments and Controls
Inst rument s and Cont rols
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Moonroof
Switch
Home
Link Buttons(P.253)
(P.153)(P.158)
1:
On RDX model only
2:
3: On
RDX Technology Package model only
Control Locations
62
POWER DOOR LOCK
MASTER SWITCH
HOOD RELEASE
HANDLE POWER WINDOW
SWITCHES GAUGES
INSTRUMENT
PANEL
INDICATORS
AUTOMATIC
TRANSMISSION
AUDIO
SYSTEM
CLIMATE CONTROL
SYSTEM
POWER DOOR LOCK
MASTER SWITCH
PARKING BRAKE
PEDAL
FUEL
FILL DOOR
RELEASE HANDLE POWER
WINDOW
SWITCH
(P.65)
(P.75)
(P.151)
(P.282) (P.279) (P.164) ACCESSORY POWER SOCKET
(P.151) (P.199) (P.170)
(P.180)
(P.157) CEILING
CONSOLE
(P.295) (P.131)
(P.131)
AUDIO SYSTEM
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Instrument Panel
Inst rument s and Cont rols
RDX model
63
ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM (ABS)
INDICATOR
LOW OIL PRESSURE
INDICATOR LIGHTS ON INDICATOR
SH-AWD INDICATOR
LOW FUEL INDICATOR
CHARGING SYSTEM INDICATOR
A/T TEMPERATURE INDICATOR
MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP
IMMOBILIZER
SYSTEM
INDICATOR
SECURITY SYSTEM INDICATORFOG LIGHT INDICATOR
TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING
SYSTEM (TPMS)INDICATOR
VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST (VSA)
SYSTEM INDICATOR
VSA ACTIVATION INDICATOR LOW TIRE PRESSURE INDICATOR
CRUISE MAIN INDICATORCRUISE CONTROL INDICATOR SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT
SYSTEM (SRS) INDICATOR
SEAT BELT REMINDER INDICATOR
(P.70)
(P.66) (P.74)
(P.69)DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHTS (DRL)
INDICATOR
(P.71) (P.70)
(P.72)
(P.71)
MAINTENANCE MINDER
INDICATOR (P.70)
HIGH BEAM INDICATOR
(P.69)
(P.71)
(P.67) (P.71)
(P.65,
393)
(P.66, 393)
(P.65, 394) (P.70)
(P.20, 65) (P.73, 309)
BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR (AMBER) (P.68,
396)
(P.33, 66)
SIDE AIRBAG OFF
INDICATOR (P.33, 67)
PARKING BRAKE AND
BRAKE SYSTEM
INDICATOR (RED)
(P.68, 395)
(P.73, 310)
(P.67, 307)
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Instrument Panel
RDX with Technology Package model
64
ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM (ABS)
INDICATOR
LOW OIL PRESSURE
INDICATOR LIGHTS ON INDICATOR
SH-AWD INDICATOR
LOW FUEL INDICATOR
CHARGING SYSTEM INDICATOR
A/T TEMPERATURE INDICATOR
MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP
IMMOBILIZER
SYSTEM
INDICATOR
SECURITY SYSTEM INDICATORFOG LIGHT INDICATOR
VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST (VSA)
SYSTEM INDICATOR
VSA ACTIVATION INDICATOR CRUISE MAIN INDICATOR
CRUISE CONTROL INDICATOR SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT
SYSTEM (SRS) INDICATOR
SYSTEM MESSAGE INDICATOR (P.70)
(P.70)
(P.72)
(P.70)
(P.66) (P.74)
(P.69)
(P.71)
HIGH BEAM INDICATOR (P.70
) LOW TIRE PRESSURE INDICATOR
( P. 69)
(P.71)
(P.71)
(P.67)
(P.65, 393)
(P.66, 393)
(P.65, 394) (P.73, 309)
BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR (AMBER)
(P.33, 66) SIDE AIRBAG OFF
INDICATOR (P.33, 67)
PARKING BRAKE AND
BRAKE SYSTEM
INDICATOR (RED)
(P.68, 395)
(P.67, 307) (P.20, 65) (P.68,
396)
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