headlights Acura RDX 2009 User Guide

The security system automatically
sets 15 seconds after you lock the
doors, hood, and the tailgate. For the
system to activate, you must lock the
doorsandthetailgatefromthe
outside with the key, driver’s lock
tab, door lock master switch, or
remote transmitter. The security
system indicator on the instrument
panel starts blinking immediately to
show you the system is setting itself .
The security system helps to protect
your vehicle and valuables f rom thef t.
The horn sounds and a combination
of headlights, parking lights, side
marker lights, and taillights f lashes if
someone attempts to break into your
vehicleorremovetheradio.This
alarm continues f or 2 minutes, then
the system resets. To reset an
alarming system before the 2
minutes have elapsed, unlock the
driver’s door with the key or the
remote transmitter.Once the security system is set,
opening any door, the tailgate, or the
hood without using the key or the
remote transmitter, will cause it to
alarm. It also alarms if the radio is
removed f rom the dashboard or the
wiring is cut.Do not attempt to alter this system
or add other devices to it.To see if the system is set
af ter you exit the vehicle, press the
LOCK button on the remote
transmitter within 5 seconds. If the
system is set, a beep will sound.
The security system will not set if
the hood, tailgate, or any door is not
f ully closed. Bef ore you leave the
vehicle, make sure the doors,
tailgate, and hood are securely
closed.
The alarm will also be activated if a
passenger inside the locked vehicle
turns the ignition switch on.
Security System
Features
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NOTE:SECURITY SYSTEM INDICATOR
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U.S. Vehicles:
Youshouldcheckthefollowing
items at the specif ied intervals. If
you are unsure of how to perf orm
any check, turn to the appropriate
page listed.
Engine oil level Check every
time you fill the fuel tank. See
page .
Engine coolant level Check the
radiator reserve tank every time
you f ill the f uel tank. See page .
Automatic transmission Check
the f luid level monthly. See page . Brakes Check the f luid level
monthly. See page .
Tires Check the tire pressure
monthly. Examine the tread f or
wear and foreign objects. See page
.
Lights Check the operation of
the headlights, parking lights,
taillights, high-mount brake light,
and license plate lights monthly.
See page .
According to state and federal
regulations, f ailure to perf orm
maintenance on the items marked
with will not void your emissions
warranties. However, Acura
recommends that all maintenance
services be perf ormed in accordance
with the intervals indicated by the
multi-inf ormation display. 276
343 277345
361
347
Maintenance,
replacement, or repair of
emissions control devices and
systems may be done by any
automotive repair establishment
or individual using parts that are
‘‘certif ied’’ to EPA standards. Owner’s Maintenance Checks
Maintenance Minder
Maint enance
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Theheadlightswereproperlyaimed
when your vehicle was new. If you
regularly carry heavy items in the
cargo area or pull a trailer,
readjustment may be required.
Adjustmentsshouldbedonebyyour
dealer or another qualif ied
technician.Your vehicle has halogen headlight
bulbs. When replacing a bulb, handle
it by its base, and protect the glass
f rom contact with your skin or hard
objects. If you touch the glass, clean
it with denatured alcohol and a clean
cloth.
Insert the new bulb into the hole,
and turn it one-quarter turn
clockwise to lock it in place.
Push the electrical connector onto
the new bulb.
Turn on the headlights to test the
new bulb.
Remove the bulb by turning it
about one-quarter turn
counterclockwise.
Remove the electrical connector
f rom the bulb by pushing on the
tab and pulling the connector
down.
Open the hood.
The low beam headlight bulbs are a
type of high voltage discharge tube.
High voltage can remain in the
circuit even with the light switch of f
and the key removed. Because of
this, you should not attempt to
examine or change a low beam
headlight bulb yourself . If a low
beam headlight bulb fails, take the
vehicle to your dealer to have it
replaced. 1.
2.3.
4.
5.
Headlight A iming Replacing a High Beam Headlight
Bulb
L ow Beam Headlight Bulb
Replacement
Lights
Maint enance
347
BULB CONNECTORHalogen headlight bulbs get very hot
when lit. Oil, perspiration, or a scratch
on the glass can cause the bulb to
overheat and shatter.
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Diagnosing why the engine won’t
start f alls into two areas, depending
on what you hear when you turn the
ignition switch to the START (III)
position:When you turn the ignition switch to
the START (III) position, you do not
hear the normal noise of the engine
trying to start. You may hear a
clicking sound, a series of clicks, or
nothing at all.
If the headlights dim noticeably or
go out when you try to start the
engine, either the battery is
discharged or the connections are
corroded. Check the condition of the
battery and terminal connections
(see page ). You can then try
jump starting the vehicle from a
booster battery (see page ).
You can hear the starter motor
operating normally, or the starter
motor sounds like it is spinning
f aster than normal, but the engine
does not start up and run.
You hear nothing, or almost
nothing. The engine’s starter
motor does not operate at all, or
operates very slowly.
Check the transmission interlock.
The transmission must be in Park
or neutral or the starter will not
operate.
Check these things:
Turn the ignition switch to the ON
(II) position. Turn on the
headlights, and check their
brightness. If the headlights are
very dim or do not come on at all,
the battery is discharged. See on page . Turn the ignition switch to the
START (III) position. If the
headlights do not dim, check the
condition of the f uses. If the f uses
areOK,thereisprobably
something wrong with the
electrical circuit f or the ignition
switch or starter motor. You will
need a qualif ied mechanic to
determine the problem (see
on page ).
377 391
366 377
Nothing Happens or the Starter
Motor Operates Very Slowly
Jump Starting Emergency T owing
If theEngineWon’tStart
T aking Care of t he Unexpect ed
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Turn the ignition switch to the
LOCK (0) position. Make sure the
headlights and all other
accessories are of f .
Remove the cover f rom the f use
box.Check each of the large f uses in
the under-hood f use box by
looking through the side window
atthewireinside.Removethe
screws with a Phillips-head
screwdriver.
If something electrical in your
vehicle stops working, the first thing
youshouldcheckforisablownfuse.
Determine f rom the chart on pages
and , or the diagram on the
fuse box lid, which fuse or fuses
control that device. Check those
f uses f irst, but check all the f uses
bef ore deciding that a blown f use is
the cause. Replace any blown f uses,
and check if the device works.
3.
1.
2. (Under-hood f use boxes) 389390
Fuses
Checking and Replacing Fuses
386
FUSE
BLOWN BLOWN
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Specif ications
Technical Inf ormation
397
Air Conditioning
Battery Fuses
Alignment
Tires
Lights
HFC-134a (R-134a)
15.8 17.6 oz (450 500 g) SP-10
Refrigerant type
Charge quantity
Lubricant type
12 V 60 W
12 V 35 W
12 V 24/2.2 CP
12 V
12 V
12 V
12 V
12 V
12 V
12 V
12 V
12 V
Capacity 12 V
12 V65 AH/20 HR
52 AH/5 HR
12 V
12 V
5W
4CP
8W
16 W
3CP
2CP
21 W
3CP
21/5 W
21 W
3CP
55 W
12 V
12 V 2 CP Interior
Under-hood
Toe-in
Camber
Caster
0.0in(0mm)
0.10 in (2.5 mm) 0°10’1°
2°57’
Size
Pressure P235/55R18 99V
T165/80D17 104M
32 psi (220 kPa , 2.2 kgf/cm
)
60 psi (420 kPa , 4.2 kgf/cm)
Headlights
Front turn signal/parking
lights
Front fog lights
Front side marker lights
Rear turn signal lights
Brake/Taillights (in fenders)
Taillights (in tailgate)
Back-up lights
Rear side marker lights
License plate lights
High-mount brake light
Rear ceiling light
Front ceiling lights/Spotlights
Door courtesy lights
Cargo area light See page389or the fuse label
attached to the dashboard.
See page390or the fuse box
covers.
The low beam headlight bulbs are high voltage discharge bulbs.
Replacement of a low beam headlight bulb should be performed by
your dealer. Front
Rear
Front
Rear
Front
Front/Rear
Spare
Front/Rear
Spare
: (HB3)
(D2S)
High
Low
(Amber)
(H11)
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Bulb Replacement..........................
Back-up Lights .349
..............................
Brake Lights .350
.................................
Fog Lights .351
................
Front Parking Lights .348
........
Front Side Marker Lights .348
.................................
Headlights .347
.........
High-mount Brake Light .352
.........
Rear Side Marker Lights .350
............................
Specif ications .397
............................
Taillights .349,350
............
Turn Signal Lights .348,350
......................
Bulbs, Halogen .347,351
Bulbs, High Voltage Discharge
............................................
Type .347
............................
Capacities Chart .396
.............
Carbon Monoxide Hazard .56
..............................................
Cargo .283
.........................
Cargo Area Cover .157
..........................
Cargo Area Light .150
.................................
Cargo Hooks .287
......................................
Cargo Net .287
.............................
Carrying Cargo .283 .............
CAUTION, Explanation of .iii
.........................................
CD Care .223
..........................
CD Changer .173,196
CD Changer Error
...................................
Messages .226
................................
Ceiling Lights .148
........................
Certif ication Label .394
.................................
Chains, Tires .365
....................
Changing a Flat Tire .371
.................................
Changing Oil .338
........................................
How to .338
......................................
When to .327
...
Charging System Indicator .63,381
............
Checklist, Bef ore Driving .291
.....................................
Child Saf ety .35
..............................
Booster Seats .53
.............................
Child Seats .35,43
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Important Saf ety Reminders .39
..........................................
Inf ants .40
............................
Large Children .52
.........................................
LATCH .45
......................
Risks with Airbags .36
.............................
Small Children .41
.........................................
Tethers .50
...........................
Warning Labels .37
.........
Where Should a Child Sit? .36 .................................
Child Seats .35,43
.........................................
LATCH .45
..........
Tether Anchorage Points .50
................
Childproof Door Locks .124
.......................
Cleaning Seat Belts .354
..........
Client Service Inf ormation .410
..............
Climate Control Sensors .167
...............
Climate Control System .160
..............................................
Clock .188
...................................
Coin Holder .156
........................
CO in the Exhaust .403
............
Cold Weather, Starting in .292
......................
Compact Spare Tire .370
.................
Console Compartment .155
.................
Consumer Inf ormation .410
.............
Controls, Instruments and .59
Coolant
........................................
Adding .340
....................................
Checking .277
.........................
Proper Solution .340
.............
Temperature Gauge .73,76
............................
Courtesy Lights .150
Crankcase Emissions Control
........................................
System .403
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Cruise Control Indicator .67
............
Cruise Control Operation .234
Index
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Economy, Fuel .278
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Elapsed Time .73,75
...........................
Reset Condition .93
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Electric Vacuum Pump .304,384
..................................
Emergencies .369
.............
Battery, Jump Starting .377
Brake System Indicator
......................................
(Red) .383
Brake System Indicator .................................
(Amber) .384
................
Changing a Flat Tire .371
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Charging System Indicator .381
..................
Checking the Fuses .386
.......
Hazard Warning Flashers .118
............................
Jump Starting .377
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Low Oil Pressure Indicator .381
...
Malf unction Indicator Lamp .382
..................
Overheated Engine .379
............................
Tailgate Open .126
..................
Emergency Towing .391
....................
Cruise Main Indicator .67
...................................
Cup Holders .153
.......................
Customized Settings .80
....................................
Def ault All .83
.................................
Door Setup .100
.............................
Lighting Setup .95
.................................
Meter Setup .86
...............
DANGER, Explanation of .iii
...................................
Dashboard .3,60
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Daytime Running Lights .116
.................................
Dead Battery .377
........................................
Def ault All .83
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Def ects, Reporting Saf ety .412
..............
Def ogger, Rear Window .118
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Def rosting the Windows .163
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Dimensions .396
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Dimming the Headlights .114
Dipstick
..........
Automatic Transmission .344
..................................
Engine Oil .277
........................
Directional Signals .114
........
Disc Brake Wear Indicators .304
.......................................
Disc Care .223 ........................
Disc Changer .173,196
Disc Changer Error
.....................................
Message .226
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Disposal of Used Oil .339
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Door Setup .100
........................
Auto Door Lock .101
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Auto Door Unlock .109
.......................
Door Lock Mode .103
Keyless Lock
................
Acknowledgement .105
.............
Security Relock Timer .107
Doors
............
Childproof Door Locks .124
............
Locking and Unlocking .123
....................
Power Door Locks .123
........
DOT Tire Quality Grading .398
.......................................
Drive (D) .295
...........
Driver and Passenger Safety .5
...........................................
Driving .289
....................................
Economy .278
........................
Driving Guidelines .290
............
Driving Position Memory .145
.......
Driving with Paddle Shif ters .297
................
D-Paddle Shif t Mode .297
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In S Position .299
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Dual Temperature Control .165 ..................
Dust and Pollen Filter .355
Index
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INDEX
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GaugesEngine Coolant .....................
Temperature .73,76
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Fuel .71
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Tachometer .71
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Turbo Boost Meter .71
...............................
Speedometer .71
............
Gearshif t Lever Positions .293
......................................
Glove Box .152
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating
.....................................
(GVWR) .315
.............
Halogen Headlight Bulbs .347
..................................
Hanger Bars .287
......
HandsFreeLink
, Bluetooth.250
............
Hazard Warning Flashers .118
Headlights
........................................
Aiming .347
.........
Daytime Running Lights .116
..................
High Beam Indicator .67
High-Intensity Discharge
......................................
Lamp .347
.........................
Reminder Tone .114
........
Replacing Halogen Bulbs .347 .................................
Turning on .114
.............
Headlight Auto Of f Timer .98
............................
Head Restraints .132
.............................
Heated Mirrors .144
.................................
Heaters, Seat .138
..........................
High Beam Lever .114
HomeLink
Universal
................................
Transceiver .247
.......................
Hood, Opening the .275
...........................................
Horn.4,111
...
Identif ication Number, Vehicle .394
Ignition
............................................
Keys .119
.........................................
Switch .122
............
Timing Control System .404
......................
Immobilizer System .121
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Important Safety Precautions .6
Indicators
......
ABS (Anti-Lock Brake) .64,305
.......................
A/T Temperature .63
...................
Brake (Amber) .65,384
.........................
Brake (Red) .65,383
................
Charging System .63,381 .............................
Cruise Control .67
.................................
Cruise Main .67
.....................................
Fog Light .68
...................................
High Beam .67
........
Key (Immobilizer System) .64
......................................
Low Fuel .66
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Low Oil Pressure .63,381
.....................................
Lights On .68
Low Tire Pressure/
...............................
TPMS .69,307
..................
Maintenance Minder .70
...
Malf unction Indicator Lamp .382
.................
Passenger Airbag Of f .32
..................
Security System .68,233
......................................
SH-AWD .68
.....................
Side Airbag Of f .31,64
.........................................
SRS .31,63
.........................
System Message .70
.
TPMS, Low Tire Pressure .69,307
Turn Signal and Hazard
...................................
Warning .67
VSA (Vehicle Stability ..............................
Assist) .66,312
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VSA Activation .67,312
Index
INDEX
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