service schedule Acura RDX 2015 Owner's Guide

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INDEX
VOICE COMMAND INDEX
CLIENT
INFORMATION
SPECIFICATIONS
MAINTENANCE
HANDLING THE UNEXPECTED
DRIVING
NAVIGATION
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TABLE OF
CONTENTS
VISUAL INDEX
SAFETY
INFORMATION
INSTRUMENT PANEL
VEHICLE
CONTROLS
AUDIO AND
CONNECTIVITY
BLUETOOTH®
HANDSFREELINK®
ACURALINK®
Storing Speed Dial Entries
Store up to 20 numbers for quick dialing. Use the interface dial to make and enter
selections.
1. Press the PHONE button to go to the Cellular
Phone screen.
2. Select Phone Setup.
3. Select Edit Speed Dial.
4. Select Store Speed Dial.
5. Select a location for the speed dial entry.
6. Select the method of entry.
7. When the entry is stored, you are prompted to
create a voice tag. Follow the prompts, using the
Talk button to say the name.
SMS Text Messaging
Receive and send text messages from your paired and linked phone. Visit
www.acura.com/handsfreelink (U.S.) or www.handsfreelink.ca (Canada) to check
phone compatiblility. Standard message rates apply. This feature is limited while
the vehicle is moving.
Receiving and Responding to Messages
When your receive a new message, a pop-up appears on the display. Use the
interface dial to view the message when the vehicle is stopped. You can also reply
to it using fixed phrases or call the sender.
1. When the pop-up appears, select Read.
2. The message is displayed, and the system reads
it aloud.
To reply: Select Reply, and choose one of the
six available responses. Select Send to send the
message. You cannot create a new text message.
To call the sender: Select Call.
Learn about Acura’s advanced connectivity services. Available in the U.S. only.
AcuraLink Messages
Receive messages on vehicle features, safety and emissions recall campaigns,
maintenance reminders, and diagnostic information. Some message features
require a phone-data connection. Visit www.acura.com/handsfreelink to check
phone compatibility.
Viewing Messages
When you receive a new message, an envelope icon appears on the navigation
screen. Use the interface dial to make and enter selections.
1. From the map screen, press ENTER to open the
map menu.
2. Select New Messages.
3. Select the message you want to read.
Message Options
When you receive certain messages, you can call
your dealer or find the nearest dealer. If your phone
is compatible, you can schedule appointments from
the message options. Visit owners.acura.com to set
up this feature and modify the required settings.
A CURALINK®*
*if equipped
ACURALINK®
BLUETOOTH® HANDSFREELINK®
ACURALINK®

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INSTRUMENT PANEL
VEHICLE
CONTROLS
AUDIO AND
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BLUETOOTH®
HANDSFREELINK®
ACURALINK®
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VOICE COMMAND INDEX
CLIENT
INFORMATION
SPECIFICATIONS
MAINTENANCE
HANDLING THE UNEXPECTED
DRIVING
NAVIGATION
Learn about basic maintenance that you can perform on the vehicle yourself, as
well as information about how to best maintain the vehicle.
Safety Precautions
Some of the most important safety precautions are listed below; however,
we cannot warn you of every conceivable hazard that can arise in performing
maintenance. Only you can decide whether or not you should perform a given task.
Maintenance Safety
•  To reduce  the possibility  of fire  or explosion, keep cigarettes, sparks, and  flames 
away from the battery and all fuel-related parts.
•  Never leave rags,  towels, or other  flammable  objects under  the hood.
•  To clean parts, use a commercially available degreaser or parts cleaner, not
gasoline.
•  Wear eye protection and protective clothing when working with the battery or
compressed air.
•  Do not run the engine in confined spaces where carbon monoxide gas can
accumulate.
Vehicle Safety
•  The vehicle must be stationary, and parked on level ground with the parking
brake set and the engine off.
•  Be aware that hot parts can burn you.
•  Be aware that moving parts can injure you.
MAINTENANCE
Improperly maintaining this vehicle or failing to correct a problem before
driving can cause a crash in which you can be seriously hurt or killed.
Always follow the inspection and maintenance recommendations according to
the schedules in this guide.
WARNING
Failure to properly follow maintenance instructions and precautions can cause
you to be seriously hurt or killed.
Always follow the procedures and precautions in this guide.
WARNING
Maintenance Minderâ„¢
Reminds you when indicated maintenance service is due.
When maintenance is due, the system message indicator comes on and the
Maintenance Minder appears on the multi-information display every time you turn
the vehicle on. Press the info button to change displays.
Maintenance Minder Service Codes
These codes indicate what services are due on your vehicle.
*1: If the message SERVICE does not appear more than 12 months after the display is\
reset, change the
engine oil every year .
#: See information on maintenance and emissions warranty.*2:If you drive in dusty conditions, replace the air cleaner element every 15,000 miles (24,000 km).
*3: If you drive primarily in urban areas that have high concentrations of i\
ndustrial soot and pollution from
diesel-powered vehicles, replace the dust and pollen lter every 15,000 miles (24,000 km).
CODEMaintenance Main Items
A•Replace engine oi l*1
B•Replace engine oil*1 and oil lter•Inspect front and rear brakes, service as necessary•Check parking brake adjustment•Inspect tie rod ends, steering gearbox, and boot s•Inspect suspension components•Inspect driveshaft boots•Inspect brake hoses and lines (Including ABS/VSA)•Inspect all uid levels and condition of uid s•Inspect exhaust system#
•Inspect fuel lines and connections#
*4:If you drive regularly in very high temperatures (over 110 °F, 43 °C), \
in very low temperatures (under -
20 °F, -29 °C), or tow a tra iler, repl ace ever y 60,000 mi les/100,000 km .
CODE Maintenance Sub Items
1
•Rotate tires
2
•Replace air cleaner element*2
•Replace dust and pollen lte r*3
•Inspect drive belt
3
•Replace transmission and transfer uid*
4•Replace spark plugs•Replace timing belt an d inspect water pump*4
•Inspect valve clearance
5
•Replace engine coolant
6
•Replace rear differential uid*
System
message
indicator
Main
itemSub item
Maintenance Minder