bluetooth ACURA RDX 2023 Workshop Manual

uuBluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ®u Text Message
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Features
■Reply to a message
1. Display the message information.
2. Select Reply.
3. Select the reply message.
u The pop-up menu appears on the screen.
4. Select Send to send the message.
u Message sent appears on the screen
when the reply messag e was successfully
sent.1 Reply to a message
The available reply messages are as follows:
•I’m on my way.
•I’m running late.
•No•OK
•Talk to you later, I'm driving.
•Yes
The display language of th e default reply message
depends on the connected phone. 2 To edit a reply message P. 415
You can add or delete a re ply message by selecting
Saved Replies.
2 To edit a reply message P. 415
2 To delete a reply message P. 415
Only certain phones receive and send messages when
paired and connected. For a list of compatible
phones:
•U.S.: Visit www.handsfreeli nk.com/Acura, or call 1-
888-528-7876.
•Canada: For more info rmation on smartphone
compatibility, call 1-855-490-7351.
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Features
■To edit a reply message
1. Press the (home) button.
2. Select Messages.
3. Select MENU .
4. Select Saved Replies .
5. Select Create New Message .
6. Use the A-zone touchpad to write a reply.
When you finish writ ing you message, press
the A-zone touchpad.
u You can enter the number using the on-
screen keyboard. Select KEYBOARD
located to the upper right of the screen.
■To delete a reply message
1. Press the (home) button.
2. Select Messages.
3. Select MENU .
4. Select Saved Replies .
5. Select a reply message you want to delete.
u A confirmation screen appears on the
screen. Select Delete.
u To cancel the delete, press the
(back) button.1To delete a reply message
Reset to Default
Select to reset all reply messages to their factory
default.
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uuBluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ®u Text Message
Features
■Making a call to a sender
1. Display the message information.
2. Select Call.
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Features
■Displaying mess age on the head-up display
You can read a text message on the head- up display only when a text message is
received.
1. Move right the left selector wheel to select Open.
2. Roll up or down the left selector wheel to select Reply, and then press the left
selector wheel.
u Select Call to dial a call.
u Select Repeat to start reading the message from the beginning.
3. Roll up or down the left selector wheel to select a message, and then press the
left selector wheel.
4. Roll up or down the left selector wheel to select Send, and then press the left
selector wheel.
u Message sent appears on the head-up display when the reply message was
successfully sent.
Models with head-up display
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Features
1. Press the (home) button.
2. Select Messages.
3. Select Send Message to Contact .
4. Select a contact name.
u You can sort by First Name or Last
Name . Select the icon on the upper right
of the screen.
5. Select a number.
6. Select the reply message.
u The pop-up menu appears on the screen.
7. Select Send to send the message.
u Message sent appears on the screen
when the reply messag e was successfully
sent.
■Send Message to Contact1 Send Message to Contact
This feature also allows y ou to send a message or set
a navigation route
* to a contact’s address.
2 Making a Call P. 402
2 Refer to Navigation System Manual
* Not available on all models
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Features
AcuraLink®
Is a subscription-based service that provides convenient features such as voice
communication in case of emergency, online security, one-on-one operator
assistance, and the transmission of importa nt messages regarding your vehicle’s
status.
Use the following procedure to connect to AcuraLink.
■To enable the AcuraLink
You need to allow the consent of the lo cation service to enable the AcuraLink.
1. Press the (home) button.
2. Select AcuraLink .
u The confirmation message appears on
the screen for the first time, then select
Allow .
■To Connect to AcuraLink
1AcuraLink ®
AcuraLink also provides services you can operate
from the Internet or your smartphone.
To subscribe to AcuraLink, or to get more
information about all of its features, contact an Acura
dealer, or visit owners.acura.com (U.S.) or
www.acura.ca/owners/acuralink (Canada).
1To enable the AcuraLink
You can also set up a Vehicle Data Collection by
the following procedure.
1. Press the (home) button.
2. Select AcuraLink .
3. Select MENU .
4. Select Vehicle Data Collection .
5. Select Allow or Block.
•Allow: Sends the vehicle location data, diagnostic
information, driving behavior data and phone data
when you have previously allowed it when you
connect a phone with Bluetooth®.
•Block : Does not send the ve hicle location data,
diagnostic information, driving behavior data.
For detail information of all data shared visit https://
acuralink.acura.com/#/acuralinkLegalTerms
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420
Features
■To link with AcuraLink
You may see the connection guide screen
after launching AcuraLink when there is no
phone connecti on available.
Continue Without Connecting: Displays
the AcuraLink menu screen without phone
connection.
Connect Phone: Displays the Bluetooth®
setup screen.
2 To change the currently paired phone
P. 397
1. Press the (home) button.
2. Select AcuraLink .
1To link with AcuraLink
We recommend that you install the AcuraLink app in
your smartphone to make AcuraLink more
functional. Contact an Acura dealer, or visit
owners.acura.com (U.S.) or www.acura.ca/owners/
acuralink (Canada).
If you do not connect a phone to AcuraLink, Last Mile
function of AcuraLink app is disabled.
■AcuraLink1 AcuraLink
You can also select AcuraLink from the All Apps
screen. 2 Audio/Information Screen P. 264
AcuraLink
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Features
■Vehicle Notifications
Displays the diagnostic information, re call or important safety information*1, or
general information by connecting to the Acura server using HFL.
■Contact Acura
Connect to the AcuraLink operator when trying to find a destination or for roadside
assistance.
■My Acura Dealer
Calls your Acura dealer using HFL or sets a destination of the navigation* to the
dealer.
■MENU
Displays the AcuraLink menu screen.
• Vehicle Data Collection : Displays the AcuraLink connection setting screen.
2To enable the AcuraLink P. 419
•AcuraLink Su bscriptions: Displays your current AcuraLink subscription status.
• Connect Bluetooth Device: Displays the Bluetooth® setup screen.
2To change the currently paired phone P. 397
*1: When you select Roadside Assistance, the system connect to the AcuraLink operator
through the telematics control unit (TCU).
1Vehicle Notifications
Some messages can be deleted manually; some
others will automatica lly disappear when the
malfunction is fixed, cont act a dealer if necessary.
* Not available on all models
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Index
Sequential Shift Mode............................. 457
Shifting ................................................... 451
Average Fuel Economy ............................ 141
AWD ......................................................... 474
B
Battery ...................................................... 623
Charging System Indicator ................ 87, 672
If the Battery Is Dead............................... 667
Maintenance (Checking the Battery) ....... 623
Belts (Seat) .................................................. 37
Beverage Holders ..................................... 235
Blind Spot Information System ............... 479
Bluetooth ® Audio ..................................... 316
Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ®................... 389
Booster Seats (For Children) ...................... 76
Brake System ............................................ 545
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) .................. 553
Automatic Brake Hold ............................. 550
Brake Assist System................................. 554
Fluid ....................................................... 603
Foot Brake .............................................. 549
Indicator ............................... 81, 82, 83, 673
Indicator (Red) ........................................ 675
Parking Brake.......................................... 545
Brightness Control (Instrument Panel) ... 208
Built-in Key ............................................... 157
Bulb Replacement .................................... 605
Chicane
TM Taillights, Bra ke and Rear Side
Marker Lights ........................................ 607 Chicane
TM Taillights/Brak
e and Back-Up
Lights .................................................... 608
Fog Lights ................................................ 605
Front Turn Signal, Parking/Chicane
TM
Daytime Running and Front Side
Marker Lights ...................................... 605
Headlights ............................................... 605
High-Mount Brake Light .......................... 608
Puddle Lights ........................................... 608
Rear License Plate Light ........................... 608
Rear Turn Signal Light Bulbs .................... 606
Side Turn Signal/Em ergency Indicator
Lights .................................................... 605
Bulb Specifications ................................... 690
C
CAMERA Button....................................... 568
Carbon Monoxide Gas ................................ 77
Carrying Cargo .................................. 431, 433
Certification Label .................................... 692
Changing Bulbs ......................................... 605
Charging System Indicator ................. 87, 672
Chicane
TM Daytime Running Lights ......... 200
Child Safety ................................................. 64
Childproof Door Locks ............................. 171
Child Seat .................................................... 64
Booster Seats ............................................. 76
Child Seat for Infants ................................. 66
Child Seat for Small Children ..................... 67 Installing a Child Seat
with a Lap/Shoulder
Seat Belt .................................................. 71
Larger Children ......................................... 75
Rear-facing Child Seat ............................... 66
Selecting a Child Seat ................................ 68
Childproof Door Locks ............................. 171
Cleaning the Exterior ............................... 632
Cleaning the Interior ................................ 629
Client Service Information ....................... 701
Climate Control System ............................ 247
Changing the Mode ................................ 247
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows ............................................... 249
Dust and Pollen Filter............................... 628
Rear Temperature Control Dial ................ 251
Recirculation/Fresh Air Mode ................... 247
Sensors ................................................... 252
Synchronized Mode................................. 250
Using Automatic Climate Control ............ 247
Clock .......................................................... 154
CMBS
TM (Collision Mitigation Braking
SystemTM) ................................................. 486
Coat Hook ................................................. 237
Collision Mitigation Braking System
TM
(CMBSTM) ................................................. 486
Compact Spare Tire .......................... 641, 691
Console Compartment ............................. 234
Controls ..................................................... 153
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Index
Parking Brake and Brake System Indicator (Red) ............................ 81, 82, 675
Parking Sensor System .............................. 557
Passenger Airbag Off Indicator ................. 61
Passing Indicators ..................................... 197
Playing Bluetooth ® Audio ........................ 316
Power Tailgate .......................................... 175
Power Windows ........................................ 186
Precautions While Driving ........................ 449
Driving Guidelines for Your Utility Vehicle................................................... 449
Rain ......................................................... 450
Pregnant Women ....................................... 44
Puncture (Tire) .................................. 641, 649
R
Radar Sensor............................................. 543
Radiator ..................................................... 601
Radio (AM/FM) .......................................... 293
Radio (SiriusXM ®)...................................... 297
Range ........................................................ 141
Readiness Codes (Emissions Testing) ....... 695
Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror
Button ...................................................... 207
Rear Seat Reminder .................................. 224
Rear Seats (Folding Down) ....................... 222
Rear Temperature Control Dial ............... 251
Rearview Mirror ........................................ 213
Refueling ........................................... 575, 688
Fuel Gauge .............................................. 136 Gasoline .......................................... 575, 690
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 94
Regulations ............................... 477, 617, 693
Remote Engine Start ................................ 445
Remote Transmitter ................................. 165
Replacement Battery ............................................ 625, 626
Bulbs ....................................................... 605
Fuses ....................................... 678, 681, 682
Rear Wiper Blade Rubber......................... 612
Tires ........................................................ 620
Wiper Blade Rubber ................................ 609
Reporting Safety Defects ......................... 694
Resetting a Trip Meter ............................. 140
Reverse Tilt Door Mirror .......................... 214
Road Departure Mitigation (RDM) ......... 530
On and Off.............................................. 532
S
Safe Driving ................................................ 31
Safety Check ............................................... 36
Safety Labels ............................................... 78
Safety Message ............................................. 3
Safety Support .......................................... 146
Seat Belts .................................................... 37
Adjusting the Shoulder Anchor.................. 43
Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners ................. 41
Checking................................................... 45
Fastening .................................................. 42 Installing a Child Seat
with a Lap/Shoulder
Seat Belt ................................................. 71
Pregnant Women...................................... 44
Reminder .................................................. 39
Warning Indicator ............................... 39, 93
Seat Heaters ............................................. 245
Seat Ventilators ........................................ 245
Seats .......................................................... 216
Adjusting ................................................ 216
Front Seats.............................................. 216
Lumbar Support ...................................... 216
Rear Seats ............................................... 222
Seat Control Interface ............................. 218
Seat Heaters ................................... 245, 246
Ventilators .............................................. 245
Security System ........................................ 183
Immobilizer System Indicator ..................... 99
Security System Alarm Indicator ................ 99
Selecting a Child Seat ................................ 68
Sequential Mode ...................................... 457
Setting the Clock ...................................... 154
SH-AWD ® (Super Handling-All Wheel
Drive
TM) ................................................... 474
Shift Button ........................................ 21, 451
Operation ......................................... 21, 453
Shifting (Transmission) ...................... 21, 451
Shoulder Anchor ........................................ 43
Side Airbags ............................................... 57
Side Curtain Airbags .................................. 59
SiriusXM ® Radio ....................................... 297
Smart Shortcuts ........................................ 278
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