clock setting Acura RDX 2014 Owner's Manual

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Contents
This owner’s manual should be considered a permanent part of the
vehicle and should remain with the vehicle when it is sold.
This owner’s manual covers all models of your vehicle. You may find
descriptions of equipment and features that are not on your
particular model.
Images throughout this owner’s manual (including the front
cover) represent features and equipment that are available on
some, but not all, models. Your particular model may not have
some of these features.
This owner’s manual is for vehicles sold in the United States
and Canada.
The information and specifications included in this publication
were in effect at the time of approval for printing. Honda Motor
Co., Ltd. reserves the right, however, to discontinue or change
specifications or design at any time without notice and without
incurring any obligation.
2Safe Driving P. 23
For Safe Driving P. 24 Seat Belts P. 29 Airbags P. 37
2Instrument Panel P. 67
Indicators P. 68 Gauges and Multi-Information Display P. 82
2Controls P. 95
Setting the Clock P. 96 Locking and Unlocking the Doors P. 97
Opening and Closing the Moonroof P. 118
Adjusting the Seats P. 136
2Features P. 157
Audio System P. 158 Audio System Basic Operation P. 161
HomeLink ® Universal Transceiver P. 194
2 Driving P. 227
Before Driving P. 228 Towing a Trailer P. 233
Parking Your Vehicle P. 261Multi-View Rear Camera P. 262
2Maintenance P. 267
Before Performing Maintenance P. 268Maintenance MinderTM P. 271
Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades P. 297
Climate Control System Main tenance P. 312Cleaning P. 313
2Handling the Unexpected P. 317
Tools P. 318 If a Tire Goes Flat P. 319
Overheating P. 331 Indicator, Coming On/Blinking P. 333
2Information P. 343
Specifications P. 344 Identification Numbers P. 346
Emissions Testing P. 349 Warranty Coverages P. 351
2014 RDX
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Controls
This chapter explains how to operate the various controls necessary for driving.
Setting the Clock................................ 96
Locking and Unlocking the Doors Key Types and Functions .................... 97
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside ............................................ 99
Low Keyless Access Remote Signal Strength ..... 103
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Inside ... 104
Childproof Door Locks .....................105
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking .......... 106
Opening and Closing the Tailgate ...107
Security System ................................ 113
Immobilizer System .......................... 113
Security System Alarm ...................... 113
Opening and Closing the Windows .... 115Opening and Closing the Moonroof....... 118Operating the Switches Around the
Steering Wheel ENGINE START/STOP Button............. 119
Turn Signals ..................................... 122
Light Switches.................................. 122
Fog Lights
*...................................... 125
Daytime Running Lights ................... 125
Wipers and Washers ........................ 126
Brightness Control ........................... 128
Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror Button ... 129Driving Position Memory System ......130Adjusting the Steering Wheel ..........
132
Adjusting the Mirrors ....................... 133
Interior Rearview Mirror ................... 133
Power Door Mirrors ......................... 134
Adjusting the Seats .......................... 136
Adjusting the Seat Positions ............. 136
Interior Lights/Interior Convenience Items...... 143Interior Lights .................................. 143
Interior Convenience Items .............. 145
Climate Control System ................... 152
Using Automatic Climate Control .... 152
Synchronized Mode ......................... 154
Automatic Climate Control Sensors.....155
* Not available on all models
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Controls
Setting the Clock
Clock
You can adjust the time in the clock display with the power mode in ON.
■Using the SETUP button
1. Press the SETUP button.
2. Rotate to select Adjust Clock, then press .
3.Rotate to select the item you want to
change (12/24 hour mode, hour, minute).
Then press .
4. Rotate to make the adjustment.
5. Press to enter your selection. The display
returns to Adjust Clock . Repeat steps 4 to
6 to adjust other items.
6. To enter the selection, Rotate and select
Set , then press .
7. Press the SETUP button to go back to the
normal display.
1Clock
These indications are used to show how to operate
the selector knob.
Rotate to select.
Press to enter.
To set the time to the nearest hour:
Press and hold the CLOCK button until Adjust Clock
appears, then press the
( 6 (Reset) button.
Depending on the displayed time, the clock sets
forward or backward.
Example:
1:06 will reset to 1:00
1:53 will reset to 2:00
The clock is automatica lly updated through the
navigation system, so the ti me does not need to be
adjusted.
Models with navigation system
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Audio System Basic Operation
To use the audio system function, the power mode must be in ACCESSORY or ON.
Use the selector knob or SETUP button to
access some au dio functions.
Press to switch between the normal and
extended display fo r some functions.
Selector knob: Rotate left or right to scroll
through the available choices. Press to set
your selection.
SETUP button: Press to select any mode such
as the RDS Information, Sound Settings, Play
Mode, Resume/Pause, or Adjust Clock.
BACK button: Press to go back to the
previous display.
button: Press to change the audio/
information screen brightness. The brightness
can be set differently for the day time and
night time.
Press once for the day time mode.
Press twice for the night time mode.
Adjust the brightness using . 1 Audio System Basic Operation
These indications are used to show how to operate
the selector knob.
Rotate to select.
Press to enter.
Press the MODE,
( +, (-, or button on the
steering wheel to cha nge any audio setting.
2 Audio Remote Controls P. 165
Setup Menu Items
2 Radio Data System (RDS) P. 168
2 Adjusting the Sound P. 166
2 How to Select a Play Mode P. 173
2 To pause or resume a file P. 183
2 Setting the Clock P. 9634
BACK
Button
Selector
Knob
SETUP
Button
Button
Menu Display
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uuAudio System Basic Operation uAudio/Information Screen*
Continued
Shows the current audio information.
2 Audio System Basic Operation P. 161
Shows a clock screen or an image you import.
2Wallpaper Setup P. 184
Minimizes the display by only showing the compass, audio status, and clock on
1.Press SETUP button.
2. Rotate and select the setup option you
want to change. Press .
■Audio Display
■Wallpaper
■Minimum Display
■Setting Options
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Maintenance
Battery
Checking the Battery
Check the battery condition monthly. Look at
the test indicator window and check the
terminals for corrosion.
If your vehicle's battery is disconnected or goes dead:
• The audio system is disabled.
2 Reactivating the audio system P. 160
•The clock resets.
2 Setting the Clock P. 96
•The navigation system* is disabled.
2 Refer to navigation system manual
Charging the Battery
Disconnect both battery cables to prevent da maging your vehicle's electrical system.
Always disconnect the negative (–) cable first, and reconnect it last.
1 Battery
WARNING: Battery post, terminals,
and related accessories contain lead
and lead compounds.
Wash your hands after handling.
The test indicator's color information is on the
battery.
When you find corrosion, cl ean the battery terminals
by applying a baking powder and water solution.
Rinse the terminals with water. Cloth/towel dry the
battery. Coat the terminals with grease to help
prevent future corrosion.
3WARNING
The battery gives off explosive hydrogen
gas during normal operation.
A spark or flame can cause the battery to
explode with enough force to kill or
seriously hurt you.
When conducting any battery
maintenance, wear prot ective clothing and
a face shield, or have a skilled technician do
it.
Test Indicator Window
* Not available on all models
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Power Windows ...................................... 115
Tailgate ................................................... 107
Outside Temperature Display .................... 85
Overheating .............................................. 331
Paddle Shifters (Sequential Shift Mode) ......................... 246
Pandora® ................................................... 177
Panic Mode ............................................... 114
Parking ...................................................... 261
Parking Brake ............................................ 257
Parking Brake and Brake System Indicator ..................... 68, 335
Passenger Airbag Off Indicator ................. 49
Passing Indicators ..................................... 122
Power Tailgate .......................................... 109
Power Windows ........................................ 115
Precautions While Driving ........................ 242
Driving Guidelines
for Your Utility Vehicle ........................... 242
Rain ......................................................... 242
Pregnant Women ....................................... 35
Puncture (Tire) .......................................... 319
Radiator ..................................................... 283
Radio (AM/FM) .......................................... 167
Radio (XM ®) .............................................. 169 Radio Data System (RDS)
......................... 168
Range .......................................................... 86
RDS (Radio Data System) ......................... 168
Readiness Codes (Emissions Testing) ....... 349
Rear Defogger/
Heated Door Mirror Button ................... 129
Rear Seats (Folding Down) ...................... 141
Rearview Camera ..................................... 262
Rearview Mirror ....................................... 133
Refueling .................................................. 263
Fuel Gauge................................................ 82
Gasoline .......................................... 263, 344
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 71
Regulations ............................... 255, 304, 347
Remote Transmitter ................................... 99
Replacement Bulbs ....................................................... 287
Front Wiper Blade Rubber ....................... 297
Fuses ............................................... 337, 338
Rear Wiper Blade Rubber......................... 299
Tires ........................................................ 307
Reporting Safety Defects ......................... 348
Resetting a Trip Meter ............................... 85
Safe Driving ................................................ 23
Safety Check ............................................... 28
Safety Labels ............................................... 65
Safety Message ........................................... 22
Seat Belts .................................................... 29 Adjusting the Shoulder Anchor ................. 33
Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners ................. 31
Checking .................................................. 36
Detachable Anchor ................................... 34
Fastening .................................................. 32
Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/
Shoulder Seat Belt ................................... 59
Pregnant Women...................................... 35
Reminder .................................................. 30
Warning Indicator ............................... 30, 71
Seat Heaters ............................................. 151
Seats .......................................................... 136
Adjusting ................................................ 136
Driver’s Seat Lumbar Support .................. 136
Front Seats.............................................. 136
Rear Seats ............................................... 141
Seat Heaters ........................................... 151
Security System ........................................ 113
Immobilizer System Indicator..................... 75
Security System Alarm Indicator ................ 76
SEL/RESET Button ....................................... 83
Select Lever ........................................ 14, 244
Operation ......................................... 14, 245
Releasing ................................................ 330
Won’t Move ........................................... 330
Selecting a Child Seat ................................ 56
Selector Knob (Audio) ............................. 161
Sequential Shift Mode ............................. 246
Setting the Clock ........................................ 96
Shift Lever .......................................... 14, 244
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