horn Acura RDX 2013 Owner's Manual

3Quick Reference Guide
❙Headlights/Turn Signals
(P 122)
❙Fog Lights
* (P 125)
❙
(SEL/RESET) Knob
(P 128)
❙Brightness Control
(P 128)
❙Wipers/Washers
(P 126)
❙Cruise Control Buttons
(P 248)
❙Navigation System Voice Control Buttons
*
() See Navigation System Manual❙Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ® System
Voice Control Buttons
(P 196)
❙MODE Button
(P165)
❙CH (Channel) Buttons
(P165)
❙VOL (Volume) Buttons
(P165)
❙Horn (Press an area around .)
* Not available on all models

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Controls
Security SystemImmobilizer SystemThe immobilizer system prevents a key that has not been pre-registered from
starting the engine. Each key contains electronic transmitters that use electronic
signals to verify the key.
Pay attention to the following when selecting the ACCESSORY mode with the
ENGINE START/STOP button:
• Do not allow objects that emit strong radio waves near the ENGINE START/
STOP button.
• Make sure the key is not covered by or touching a metal object.
• Do not bring a key from another vehicle's immobilizer system with the keyless
access remote.Security System AlarmThe security system alarm activates when the doors, tailgate, or hood are opened
without the key, remote transmitter or keyless access system.■
When the security system alarm activates
The horn sounds intermittently, and all of the exterior lights flash.
■
To deactivate the security system alarm
Unlock the vehicle using the key, remo te transmitter, or keyless access system. The
system, along with the horn and flashing lights, is deactivated.
1Immobilizer System
NOTICELeaving the ignition key in the vehicle can result in
theft or accidental movement of the vehicle.
Always take the ignition key with you whenever you
leave the vehicle unattended.
Do not alter the system or add other devices to it.
Doing so may damage the system and make your
vehicle inoperable.1Security System Alarm
The security alarm continues for a maximum of two
minutes until the security system alarm deactivates.

uuSecurity System uSecurity System Alarm
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Setting the security system alarm
The security system alarm automatically sets when the following conditions have
been met:
• The power mode is in VEHICLE OFF (LOCK).
• The hood is closed.
• All doors and the tailgate are locked from outside with the key, remote
transmitter, or keyless access system.
■
When the security system alarm sets
The security system alarm indicator in the instrument panel blinks. When the
blinking interval changes after about 15 seconds, the security system alarm is set.
■
To cancel the security system alarm
The security system alarm is canceled when the vehicle is unlocked using the key,
remote transmitter, or keyless access system. The security system alarm indicator
goes off at the same time.
■
The panic button on the remote
transmitter
If you press the panic button for
approximately one second, the following will
occur for about 30 seconds:
• The horn sounds.
• Some exterior lights flash.
■
Canceling panic mode
Press any button on the remote transmitter, or set the power mode to ON.
■
Panic Mode
1 Security System Alarm
Do not set the security system alarm when someone
is in the vehicle or a window is open. The system can
accidentally activate when unlocking the door with
the lock tab.
If the battery goes dead after you have set the
security system alarm, the security alarm may go off
once the battery is recharged or replaced.
If this occurs, deactivate the security system alarm by
unlocking a door using the key, remote transmitter,
or keyless access system.
Do not attempt to alter this system or add another
device to it.
Panic
Button

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Handling the Unexpected
FusesFuse LocationsIf any electrical devices are not working, set
the power mode to VEHICLE OFF (LOCK)
and check to see if any applicable fuse is
blown.
Fuse locations are shown on the fuse box
cover. Locate the fuse in question by the
fuse number and box cover number.
Located near the brake fluid reservoir. Push
the tabs to open the box.■
Engine Compartment Fuse Box
■
Circuit protected and fuse rating
Circuit Protected
Amps
1
EPS
70 A
Power Tailgate Motor
*
(40 A)
ABS/VSA FSR
20 A
ABS/VSA Motor
40 A
E-DPS
30 A
Main Fuse
120 A
2
ST CUT
50 A
Fuse Box Main 1 60 A
Fuse Box Main 2
60 A
IG Main 50 A
Headlight Washer
(30 A)
Sub Fan Motor 30 A Rear Defogger 40 A
Main Fan Motor 30 A Headlight Main 30 A Blower 40 A
3
Driver's Power Seat Sliding
20 A
Driver's Power Seat Reclining
20 A
Passenger's Power Seat Sliding
20 A
Passenger's Power Seat Reclining
20 A
4− −
5
STR Diagnosis Fuse
7.5 A
6− −
7
−
−
8− −
*1:Models with halogen low beam headlight bulbs
*2:Models with high voltage discharge tube
bulbs9
−
−
10 − −
11
Oil Level
7.5 A
12 Fog Lights
*
(20 A)
13
Power Tailgate Closer
*
(20 A)
14 Hazard 10 A
15
IGP2
15 A
16 IG Coil 15 A
17
Stop
10 A
18 Horn 10 A
19
ACM
10 A
20 Right Headlight Low Beam 10 A
*1
15 A
*2
21
MG Clutch
7.5 A
22 DBW 15 A
23
Left Headlight Low Beam
10 A
*1
15 A
*2
24ACC 10 A25
FI Main
(15 A)
26 Trailer (20 A)
27
Small
20 A
28 Interior Lights 7.5 A
29
Back Up
10 A
Circuit Protected
Amps
* Not available on all models