Acura RDX 2018 Owner's Manual

uuBluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ®u HFL Menus
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Features
HFL can display newly received text message s as well as 20 of the most recently
received messages on a linked cell phone. Each received message can be read aloud
and replied to using a fixed common phrase. 1.A pop-up appears and notifies you of a new
text message.
2. Rotate to select Yes to listen to the
message, then press .
u The text message is displayed. The
system automatically starts reading out
the message.
3. To discontinue the message read-out, press
the BACK button.
■Receiving a Text Message1Receiving a Text Message
Not all phones are compatible with this feature.
Check handsfreelink.com for a list of compatible
phones.
The system does not display any received messages
while you are driving. You can only hear them read
aloud.
With some phones, you may be able to display upto
20 most recent text messages.
Only the first three lines of the received message are
displayed with this option. 2 Displaying an entire message P. 254
State or local laws may limit your use of the HFL text
message feature. Only use the text message feature
when conditions allow you to do so safely.

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Features
1. Press the PHONE button or the button.
2. Rotate to select Text Message, then
press .
3. Rotate to select a message, then press
.
u The text message is displayed. The
system automatically starts reading the
message aloud.
■Displaying Messages1Displaying Messages
The icon appears next to an unread message.
Only the first three lines of the received message are
displayed with this option.
2 Displaying an entire message P. 254
If you delete a message on the phone, the message is
also deleted in the system. If you send a message
from the system, the message goes to your phone’s
outbox.

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Features
■Using the stop reading or read option
1. Press the PHONE button or the button.
2. Rotate to select Text Message, then
press .
3. Rotate to select a message, then press
.
u The text message is displayed. The
system automatically starts reading the
message aloud.
4. Press to enter the Text Message Menu .
5. Rotate to select Stop Reading or Read ,
then press .1 Using the stop reading or read option
This option changes to:
•Stop Reading while the text message is read out.
Select this option to disc ontinue the message read-
out.
•Read when you go to the Text Message menu, or
after you selected Stop Reading. Select this option
to hear the system re ading out the selected
message.

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Features
■Reply to a message
You can reply to a message using one of the
six common phrases available in the system.
1. Press the PHONE button or the button.
2. Rotate to select Text Message, then
press .
3. Rotate to select a message, then press
.
u The text message is displayed. The
system automatically starts reading out
the message.
4. Press to enter the Text Message Menu .
5. Rotate to select Reply, then press .
6. Rotate to select the reply message, then
press .
7. The reply message you selected is displayed.
Select Yes to send the message.1Reply to a message
The available fixed reply messages are as follows:
•Talk to you later, I’m driving.
•I am on my way.•I’m running late.
•OK
•Yes•No
You cannot add, edit, or delete reply messages.
Only certain phones receiv e and send messages when
paired and connected. For a list of compatible
phones:
•U.S.: Visit www.handsfreelink.honda.com , or call
1-888-528-7876.
•Canada: Visit www.handsfreelink.ca , or call 1-888-
528-7876.
After you reply, the fo llowing is displayed:

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Features
■Making a call to a sender
You can call the text message sender.
1. Press the PHONE button or the button.
2. Rotate to select to Text Message, then
press .
3. Rotate to select a message, then press
.
u The text message is displayed. The
system automatically starts reading out
the message.
4. Press to enter the Text Message Menu .
5. Rotate to select Call, then press .
u HFL begins dialing.
■Displaying an entire message
1. Press the PHONE button or the button.
2. Rotate to select to Text Message, then
press .
3. Rotate to select a message, then press
.
u The text message is displayed. The
system automatically starts reading out
the message.
4. Press to enter the Text Message Menu .
5. Rotate to select Display Message,
then press .
6. Rotate to scroll down and display the
entire message.

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Features
Compass*
When you set the power mode to ON, the compass self-calibrates, and the compass
display appears.
Compass Calibration
If the compass indicates the wrong direction, or the CAL. indicator blinks, you need
to manually calibrate the system.
1.Set the power mode to ON.
2. Press and hold the SETUP button until the
display shows the compass setting menu.
3. Rotate to select Calibration, then press
.
4. When the display changes to Calibration
Start, press .
5. Drive the vehicle slow ly in two circles.
u The compass starts to show a direction
after the calibration. The CAL. indicator
goes off.
1 Compass*
Compass operation can be affected under the
following conditions:
•Driving near power lines or stations•Crossing a bridge
•Passing a large vehicle, or driving near a large
object that can cause a magnetic disturbance
•When accessories such as antennas and roof racks
are mounted by magnets
Compass Setting Menu Items
1 Compass Calibration
Calibrate the compass in an open area.
While setting the compass:
•The BACK button returns to the previous screen.•The SETUP button cancels the setting mode.
* Not available on all models

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uuCompass*uCompass Zone Selection
Features
Compass Zone Selection
1. Set the power mode to ON.
2. Press and hold the SETUP button until the
display shows the compass setting menu.
3. Rotate to select Zone, then press .
The display shows the current zone
number.
4. Rotate to select the zone number of
your area (See Zone Map), then press .
Zone Number
2
3
4 5678910
111213
14
15Zone Map
Guam Island: Zone 8
Puerto Rico: Zone 11
1 Compass Zone Selection
The zone selection is done to compensate the
variation between magneti c north and true north.
If the calibration starts while the audio system is in
use, the display returns to normal after the calibration
is completed.

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Driving
This chapter discusses driving, refueling, and information on items such as accessories.
Before Driving................................... 258
Towing a Trailer ................................ 263
Off-Highway Driving Guidelines ..... 268
When Driving Starting the Engine .......................... 270
Precautions While Driving................. 275
Automatic Transmission ................... 276
Shifting ............................................ 277
Cruise Control
*................................ 281
Front Sensor Camera*...................... 284
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)*....... 286
Lane Departure Warning (LDW)*...... 299Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS)*..... 303 Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA
®), aka Electronic
Stability Control (ESC), System ........... 311
Blind spot information (BSI) System
*.... 313All-Wheel Drive (AWD) with Intelligent Control System*..................................................... 316Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) ... 316Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) - Required Federal Explanation ......... 318
Braking Brake System ................................... 320
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ........... 322
Brake Assist System.......................... 323 Collision Mitigation Braking System
TM
(CMBSTM)*..................................... 324
Parking Your Vehicle When Stopped ................................ 332
Parking Sensor System
*................... 333
Cross Traffic Monitor*..................... 337
Multi-View Rear Camera .................. 340
Refueling Fuel Information .............................. 341
How to Refuel ................................. 342
Fuel Economy and CO
2 Emissions .... 343
* Not available on all models

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Driving
Before Driving
Driving Preparation
Check the following items before you start driving.
• Make sure there are no obstructions on the windows, door mirrors, exterior
lights, or other parts of the vehicle.
u Remove any frost, snow, or ice.
u Remove any snow on the roof, as this can slip down and obstruct your field of
vision while driving. If frozen solid , remove ice once it has softened.
u When removing ice from around the wheel s, be sure not to damage the wheel
or wheel components.
• Make sure the hood is securely closed.
u If the hood opens while driving, your front view will be blocked.
• Make sure the tires are in good condition.
u Check air pressures, and check for damage and excessive wear.
2Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 376
•Make sure there are no people or objects behind or around the vehicle.
u There are blind spots from the inside.
■Exterior Checks1Exterior Checks
NOTICE
When doors are frozen s hut, use warm water around
the door edges to melt any ice. Do not try to force
them open, as this can damage the rubber trim
around the doors. When done, wipe dry to avoid
further freezing.
Do not pour warm water into the key cylinder.
You will be unable to insert the key if the water
freezes in the hole.
Heat from the engine and exhaust can ignite
flammable material s left under the hood, causing a
fire. If you’ve parked y our vehicle for an extended
period, inspect and remove any debris that may have
collected, such as dried grass and leaves that have
fallen or have been carried in for use as a nest by a
small animal. Also check under the hood for leftover
flammable materials after you or someone else has
performed maintenance on your vehicle.

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uuBefore Driving uDriving Preparation
Driving
• Store or secure all items on board properly.
u Carrying too much cargo, or improperly storing it, can affect your vehicle’s
handling, stability, sto pping distance, and tires, and make it unsafe.
2Maximum Load Limit P. 261
•Do not pile items higher than the seat height.
u They can block your view and may be thrown forward in the event of sudden
braking.
• Do not place anything in the front seat footwells. Make sure to secure the floor
mat.
u An object or unsecured floor mat can in terfere with your brake and accelerator
pedal operation while driving.
• If you have any animals on board, do no t let them move around in the vehicle.
u They may interfere with driv ing and a crash could occur.
• Securely close and lock al l doors and the tailgate.
2Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Inside P. 130
•Adjust your seating position properly.
u Adjust the head restraint, too.
2Adjusting the Seats P. 164
2 Adjusting the Head Restraints P. 166
•Adjust the mirrors and steering wh eel properly for your driving.
u Adjust them while sitting in the proper driving position.
2 Adjusting the Steering Wheel P. 160
2 Adjusting the Mirrors P. 161
■Interior Checks1Interior Checks
The headlight aim is set by the factory, and does not
need to be adjusted. Howeve r, if you regularly carry
heavy items in the cargo area or tow a trailer, have
the aiming readjusted at a dealer or by a qualified
technician.