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Î To use the horn, press the center pad of the steering wheel.
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2 : On RDX model only
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On RDX with Technology Package model only
Your Vehicle at a Glance
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MIRROR CONTROLS VEHICLE STABILITY
ASSIST (VSA) OFF SWITCH
SEAT HEATER SWITCHES
PADDLE SHIFTERS
REAR WINDOW
DEFOGGER/
HEATED MIRROR
BUTTON PASSENGER AIRBAG
OFF INDICATOR
HAZARD WARNING BUTTON
STEERING WHEEL ADJUSTMENT ACCESSORY POWER
SOCKET
AUXILIARY INPUT JACK
HEADLIGHTS/TURN
SIGNAL/FOG LIGHTS
UPPER DISPLAY
VOICE CONTROL
BUTTONS NAVIGATION SYSTEM /
CENTER DISPLAY
HORN WINDSHIELD
WIPERS/WASHERS/
REAR WINDOW
WIPER/WASHER
BLUETOOTH
HANDSFREELINKBUTTONS
(P.114/115)
(P.230)
(P.313)
(P.119) (P.297)
(P.112/113)(P.169)(P.118)
(P.168)
MULTI-INFORMATION
BUTTONS (P.72) CRUISE CONTROL
BUTTONS
(P.234) (P.32)
(P.220)
REMOTE AUDIO
CONTROL BUTTONS
(P.143) (P.118/144)
(P.154)
(P.138)
(P.251)
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Controls Near the Steering Wheel
Inst rument s and Cont rols
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CRUISE CONTROL
BUTTONS
SEAT HEATER SWITCHES
VEHICLE STABILITY
ASSIST (VSA) OFF
SWITCH
MIRROR CONTROLS PADDLE SHIFTERS
STEERING WHEEL
ADJUSTMENT
VOICE CONTROL
BUTTONS
HORN
HEADLIGHTS/TURN SIGNAL/
FOG LIGHTS
WINDSHIELD
WIPERS/WASHERS/
REAR WINDOW
WIPER/WASHER
BLUETOOTH
HANDSFREELINKBUTTONS MULTI-INFORMATION
BUTTONS
(P.114/115)
(P.297)
(P.112/113)
(P.234)
(P.72)
(P.119)
(P.313)
UPPER DISPLAY
(P.169)
NAVIGATION SYSTEM /
CENTER DISPLAY
(P.168)
PASSENGER AIRBAG
OFF INDICATOR
REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER/
HEATED MIRROR BUTTON
AUXILIARY INPUT JACK
ACCESSORY POWER
SOCKET
(P.32)
(P.220)
HAZARD WARNING BUTTON
(P.118)
REMOTE AUDIO CONTROL
BUTTONS (P.230)
(P.143)
(P.138)(P.154)
(P.118/144)
(P.251)
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The climate control system in your
vehicle provides a comfortable
driving environment in all weather
conditions.
The standard audio system has
many f eatures. This section
describes those f eatures and how to
use them.
Your vehicle has an anti-theft audio
system that requires a code number
to enable it.
The security system helps to dis-
courage vandalism and thef t of your
vehicle.
Theclimatecontrolsystemandthe
audio system have a voice control
feature. Refer to the navigation
system manual f or more inf ormation................
Climate Control System .160
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Dual Temperature Control .165
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Climate Control Sensors .167
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Audio System .168
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Audio System (On RDX model) .170
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To Play the AM/FM Radio .170
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Operating the CD Changer .173
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XM
Satellite Radio .183
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Adjusting the Sound .186
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Setting the Clock .188
Audio System (On RDX with Technology Package ................................
model) .189
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Interf ace Dial.189
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To Play the AM/FM Radio.190
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Operating the CD Changer .196
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XM
Satellite Radio.211
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Adjusting the Sound.217
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Auxiliary Input Jack .220
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Radio Reception .221
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Protecting Your Discs .223
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CD Changer Error Messages .226
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Playing the XM
Satellite Radio .228
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Remote Audio Controls .230
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Radio Thef t Protection .232
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Security System .233 ...............................
Cruise Control .234
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AcuraLink .237
HomeLink
Universal
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Transceiver .247
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Bluetooth
HandsFreeLink.250
...
Rearview Camera and Monitor .270
On RDX with Technology Package
model
Features
Features
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Proper use of the climate control
system can make the interior dry
and comfortable, and keep the
windows clear f or best visibility.
For the climate control system to
provide heating and cooling, the
engine must be running.
You can adjust the temperatures of
thedriver’ssideandthepassenger’s
side independently (see page ). The automatic climate control
system adjusts the f an speed and
airflow levels to maintain the interior
temperature you select.
Set the desired temperature by
pushing the driver’s side
temperature control buttons ( or
). The selected temperature will
show in the display.
The system automatically selects the
proper mix of conditioned and/or
heated air that will, as quickly as
possible, raise or lower the interior
temperature to your pref erence.
When you push the passenger’s side
temperature control buttons, the
indicator in the DUAL button comes
on and the driver’s side and
passenger’s side temperature can be
controlled independently (see page ).
The climate control system f or your
vehicle can also be operated by voice
control. See the navigation section in
your quick start guide f or an
overview of this system, and the
navigation system manual f or
complete details. In AUTO mode, the vehicle’s interior
temperature is independently
regulated f or the driver and
passenger, based on inputs f rom
sunlight and temperature sensors
(see page ). If one side of the
vehicle is getting too much sun, the
system lowers the temperature only
on that side.
Press the AUTO button. You will
see AUTO on the display. The
indicator in the button also comes
on as a reminder.
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On RDX with Technology Package
model On RDX with Technology Package
model
Voice Control System Automatic Operation
Climate Control System
Features
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You can operate the audio system
with the control buttons on the CD
changer unit without displaying the
audio control display on the
navigation display. The audio setting
will be shown on the upper display.
The audio system f or your vehicle
can also be operated by voice control.
See the navigation section in your
quick start guide f or an overview of
this system, and the navigation
system manual f or complete details.
Most audio system f unctions can still
be controlled by standard buttons,
bars, and knob, but some f unctions
can only be accessed using the
interf ace dial. The interf ace dial has
two parts, a knob and a selector. When you operate the audio system
with the interface dial, press the
AUDIObuttononthecontrolpanel
to display the audio control on the
navigation display.
The knob turns lef t and right. Use it
to make selections or adjustments to
a list or menu on the screen.
The selector can be pushed lef t,
right, up, down, and in. Use the
selector to scroll through lists, to
select menus, and to highlight menu
items. When you make a selection,
push the center of the selector
(ENTER)togotothatselection.
On RDX with Technology Package
model
Audio System
Interf ace Dial
Voice Control System
Features
189
ENTER
SELECTOR
KNOB
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AcuraLink enhances your ownership
experience by providing a direct
communication link between your
vehicleandtheAcuraServer.
Working through the XM radio
satellite, AcuraLink works in
conjunction with the navigation
system, Bluetooth
HandsFreeLink
(HFL),andaudiosysteminyour
vehicle. It displays and receives
several kinds of messages, including:Operating tips and inf ormation on
your vehicle’s f eatures.
Important recall and safety
inf ormation.
Maintenance inf ormation to keep
your vehicle in top condition.
Diagnostic inf ormation to provide
inf ormation about any problems
with your vehicle. The selector can be pushed lef t,
right, up, down, and in. Use the
selector to scroll through lists, to
select menus, and to highlight menu
items. When you make a selection,
push the center of the selector
(ENTER)togotothatselection.
The knob turns lef t and right. Use it
to make selections or adjustments to
a list or menu on the screen.
Most AcuraLink f unctions are
controlled by the interf ace dial. The
interface dial has two parts, a knob
and a selector.
On U.S. RDX with Technology Package
model except Alaskan and HawaiianInterf ace Dial
A curaL ink (U.S. models only)
Features
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ENTER
SELECTOR
KNOB
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If you have new messages, an
envelope icon appears in the top
right corner of the navigation screen.Press ENTER on the interf ace
selector, then select New Message
from the navigation system map
menu. If there is more than one
message, stored in the system,
you will see a list of message titles.
To open a message:
Select Message to display the
‘‘Select a message’’ category
screen. Then, select ALL
MESSAGES.
Scroll up or down, and select the
message you want to read by
pressing ENTER on the interf ace
selector.Your dealer has to register the
vehicle identif ication bef ore you can
receive messages. This can take
several days to process.
Af ter purchasing your vehicle,
messages may not appear
immediately.Only diagnostic inf o
messages overlay the screen while
driving. They indicate if your vehicle
has a problem that may need
immediate attention (see page ).
Unread messages have a closed
envelope icon next to them. The icon
disappears when it has already been
read.
To view previously read messages,
press the INFO button, then select
messages.
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Reading Messages
A curaL ink (U.S. models only)
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NOTE:
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µ µ

µ To set your AcuraLink pref erences
(thetypesof messagesyouwantto
receive, if any), visit the My Acura
website at , and
choose what you would like to
receive. If you do not have internet
access, call Acura Client Services at
(800) 382-2238; they can set your
message pref erences f or you.
Select this option to delete
the current message.
Select this option to hear a
voice read the entire message. This
gives you more inf ormation than the
screen can display at one time. When
you select the Voice option, it
changes to a Stop Reading option.
Select the option again to stop the
voice.
Select this option to call a
phone number embedded in the
message. When you select , the
Bluetooth
HandsFreeLink(HFL)
dials the number f or you. Select this option to f ind the nearest
Acura dealer using the navigation
system.
Select
this button to call the Acura dealer
you purchased your vehicle f rom.
AcuraLink also directs you to this
dealer so you can schedule a
maintenance appointment or receive
inf ormation about a message. If you
visit another dealer f or service two
times within a 14-month period,
AcuraLink will reset to call that
dealer.
Select this
button to get more inf ormation about
the current diagnostic message. To
use this option, your cell phone must
be linked to the HFL and have a
compatible data service available.
Access the Owner Link website to
f ind out which data services are
currently compatible with AcuraLink.
To make a call, your Bluetooth
compatible phone must be paired to
your vehicle’s HandsFreeLink
system, have its power on, and be
inside the vehicle (see page ).
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Message Pref erences
Delete
Voice
Call
CallFind Nearest Acura Dealer
Call Your A cura Dealer
Diagnostic Inf o
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Select
this option to begin the process
required to connect to Acura. This is
used to access the most recent
diagnostic inf ormation when a
problem occurs. Select ON to have
the system automatically read each
message to you. Select OFF to
manually select the Voice option
when you want a message read to
you.
To access the f ollowing f unctions,
press the SETUP button, push the
interf ace selector to the right to
select MORE, then rotate the
interf ace knob to select AcuraLink/
Messages.
Select ON if you want to be notif ied
of new messages (envelope icon
appears on the navigation screen).
Select OFF if you do not want to be
notif ied of new messages (envelope
icon does not appear on the
navigation screen). Select this
option to delete all stored messages
within a category, except f or
diagnostic info and recall campaign
messages. These messages can only
be deleted by a certif ied technician
af ter the recall is done or the
problem is corrected, or through a
broadcast message f rom Acura.
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AcuraL ink/Message Screen
Phone-Data Connection
Auto Reading
New Message Notif ication
Delete Messages
A curaL ink (U.S. models only)
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Your vehicle is equipped with
Bluetooth
HandsFreeLink(HFL).
HFL uses Bluetooth
technology to
link your cell phone to your vehicle.
With HFL, you can place and receive
calls through your vehicle’s audio
system, without the distraction of
handling your cell phone. To use this
f eature, you need a Bluetooth-
compatible cell phone with the
Hands Free Prof ile. For more
inf ormation, and a list of compatible
cell phones, visit
, or call 1-888-528-7876.
In Canada, visit , or call
1-888-9-ACURA-9. The HFL is
available in English on U.S. models,
andinbothEnglishandFrenchon
Canadian models. To change the
language, see page . HFL recognizes simple voice
commands, such as phone numbers
and names. It uses these commands
to automatically dial, receive, and
store numbers. For more
inf ormation on voice control, see
UsingVoiceControlonpage.
Here are the main features of the
HFL. Instructions f or using the HFL
begin on page . Bluetooth is the wireless technology
that links your phone to the HFL.
TheHFLusesaClass2Bluetooth,
which means the maximum range
between your phone and vehicle is
30 f eet (10 meters).
Bluetooth
is a registered trademark
of Bluetooth SIG, Inc.
To use the HFL, your phone must
have approved Bluetooth capability
along with the Hands Free Prof ile.
This type of phone is available
through many phone makers and
cellular carriers. You can also find an
approved phone by visiting ,orby
calling the HandsFreeLink
consumer support at 1-888-528-7876.
In Canada, visit , or call
1-888-9-ACURA-9.
The HFL can store up to 50 names
and phone numbers in its phonebook.
Withalinkedphone,youcanthen
automatically dial any name or
number in the phonebook.
Here are the main components of
the HFL:
The HFL microphone is on the
ceiling console. The microphone is
shared with the navigation system.
With a linked phone, the HFL allows
you to send and receive calls in your
vehicle without holding the phone.
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link
www.acura.ca
BluetoothHandsFreeL ink
Voice Control
Bluetooth
Wireless Technology
Microphone
Phonebook
Incoming/Outgoing Calls
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