CONT INUEDThe U.S. instrument panel is shown. Dif f erences f or the Canadian models are noted in the text.
Instrument Panel
Inst rument s and Cont rols
RDX model
63
ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM (ABS)
INDICATOR
LOW OIL PRESSURE
INDICATOR LIGHTS ON INDICATOR
SH-AWD INDICATOR
LOW FUEL INDICATOR
CHARGING SYSTEM INDICATOR
A/T TEMPERATURE INDICATOR
MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP
IMMOBILIZER
SYSTEM
INDICATOR
SECURITY SYSTEM INDICATORFOG LIGHT INDICATOR
TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING
SYSTEM (TPMS)INDICATOR
VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST (VSA)
SYSTEM INDICATOR
VSA ACTIVATION INDICATOR LOW TIRE PRESSURE INDICATOR
CRUISE MAIN INDICATORCRUISE CONTROL INDICATOR SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT
SYSTEM (SRS) INDICATOR
SEAT BELT REMINDER INDICATOR
(P.70)
(P.66) (P.74)
(P.69)DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHTS (DRL)
INDICATOR
(P.71) (P.70)
(P.72)
(P.71)
MAINTENANCE MINDER
INDICATOR (P.70)
HIGH BEAM INDICATOR
(P.69)
(P.71)
(P.67) (P.71)
(P.65,
393)
(P.66, 393)
(P.65, 394) (P.70)
(P.20, 65) (P.73, 309)
BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR (AMBER) (P.68,
396)
(P.33, 66)
SIDE AIRBAG OFF
INDICATOR (P.33, 67)
PARKING BRAKE AND
BRAKE SYSTEM
INDICATOR (RED)
(P.68, 395)
(P.73, 310)
(P.67, 307)
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The U.S. instrument panel is shown. Differences for the Canadian models are noted in the text.
Instrument Panel
RDX with Technology Package model
64
ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM (ABS)
INDICATOR
LOW OIL PRESSURE
INDICATOR LIGHTS ON INDICATOR
SH-AWD INDICATOR
LOW FUEL INDICATOR
CHARGING SYSTEM INDICATOR
A/T TEMPERATURE INDICATOR
MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP
IMMOBILIZER
SYSTEM
INDICATOR
SECURITY SYSTEM INDICATORFOG LIGHT INDICATOR
VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST (VSA)
SYSTEM INDICATOR
VSA ACTIVATION INDICATOR CRUISE MAIN INDICATOR
CRUISE CONTROL INDICATOR SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT
SYSTEM (SRS) INDICATOR
SYSTEM MESSAGE INDICATOR (P.70)
(P.70)
(P.72)
(P.70)
(P.66) (P.74)
(P.69)
(P.71)
HIGH BEAM INDICATOR (P.70
) LOW TIRE PRESSURE INDICATOR
( P. 69)
(P.71)
(P.71)
(P.67)
(P.65, 393)
(P.66, 393)
(P.65, 394) (P.73, 309)
BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR (AMBER)
(P.33, 66) SIDE AIRBAG OFF
INDICATOR (P.33, 67)
PARKING BRAKE AND
BRAKE SYSTEM
INDICATOR (RED)
(P.68, 395)
(P.67, 307) (P.20, 65) (P.68,
396)
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When the turbo charger is activated,
this meter shows the boost pressure.
This shows how much f uel you have.
It may show slightly more or less
than the actual amount. The needle
returns to the bottom after you turn
of f the ignition.
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T urbo Boost Meter
Fuel Gauge
Gauges
Inst rument s and Cont rols
75
RDX modelSELECT/RESET
KNOB
SELECT/RESET
KNOB
SPEEDOMETER
INFORMATION
DISPLAY
RDX with Technology Package model
FUEL GAUGEFUEL GAUGE
SPEEDOMETER
TURBO BOOST METER
TURBO BOOST METER MULTI-INFORMATION
DISPLAY
TACHOMETER
TACHOMETER
Avoid driving with an extremely low
f uel level. Running out of f uel could
cause the engine to misf ire, damaging
the catalytic converter.
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Screw the fuel fill cap back on
until it clicks at least once.
even though the tank is not full,
there may be a problem with your
vehicle’s fuel vapor recovery
system. The system helps keep
fu el vapors from going into the
atmosphere. Try filling at anoth er
pump. If this does not fix the
problem, consult your dealer.
Stop
filling the tank after the fuel
nozzle automatically clicks off. Do
not try to ‘‘top off’’ the tank. Leave
some room for the fuel to expand
with temperature changes.
Remove
the fuel fill cap slowly.
You may hear a hissing sound as
pressure inside the tank escapes.
Place the cap in the holder on the
fu el fill door. If you do not properly tighten the cap,
you will see a ‘‘CHECK FUEL CAP’’
message on the information display
(see the next column).
If you do not properly tighten the cap,
you will see a ‘‘TIGHTEN FUEL
CAP’’ message on the multi-
inf ormation display (see page ). Push the f uel f ill door closed until
it latches. If your f uel f ill cap is loose or
missing, a ‘‘CHECK FUEL CAP’’
message appears on the information
display af ter you start the engine.
4.
5.
6.
3.
281
If the f uel nozzle keeps clicking of fOn RDX with Technology Package
model
On RDX model
On RDX model
Check Fuel Cap Message
Service Station Procedure
280
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Your vehicle is equipped with a tire
pressure monitoring system (TPMS)
that turns on every time you start the
engine and monitors the pressure in
your tires while driving. Al
though your tire pressure is
monito red, you must manually check
thetirepressuresmonthly.
Each tire, including the spare, should
be checked monthly when cold, and
set to the recommended inflation
pressure as specified on the vehicle
placard and in the owner’s manual
(see page ).
Driving on a signifi cantly under-
inflated tire causes the tire to
ov erheat and can lead to tire failure.
Under-infl ation also reduces fuel
efficiency and tire tread life, and may
affect the vehicle’s handling and
stopping ability. When
the low tire pressure indicator
is on, one or more of your tires is
signifi cantly underinflated. You
should stop and check your tires as
soon as possible, and inflate them to
the proper pressure as indicated on
the vehicle’s tire information placard.
Each
tire has its own pressure
sensor. If the air pressure of a tire
becomes significantly low, the
sensor in that tire immediately sends
a signal that causes the low tire
pressure indicator to come on.
With this indicator on, you will see
which tire is losing the pressu re on
the multi-information display along
with a ‘‘CHECK TIRE PRESSU RE’’
message (see page ).
With
this indicator on, you will see
which tire is losing the pressu re on
thetirepressure monitor(seepage
).
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312
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On RDX with Technology Packagemodel
On RDX model
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
Low Tire Pressure
Indicator
Driving
309
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U.S.
Vehicles:
According to state and federal
regulations, failure to perform
maintenance on the items marked
with will not void your emissions
warranties. However, all
maintenance services should be
pe rformed in accordance with the
intervals indicated by the
information display. Youshouldcheckthefollowing
items
at the specified interval s. If
you are unsure of how to perform
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 fill the fuel tank. See page .
Automatic transmission Check
the fluid level monthly. See page
. Brakes
Check the fluid level
monthly. See page .
Tires Check the tire pressure
monthly. Examine the tread for
wear and foreign objects. See page
.
Lights Check the operation of
the headlights, parking lights,
taillights, high-mount brake light,
and licen se plate lights monthly.
See page .
283
355 357
359
283 374
Maintenance Minder
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
342
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Clean the wheels as you would the
rest of the exterior. Wash them with
thesamesolution,andrinsethem
thoroughly.
Aluminum alloy wheels have a
protective clear-coat that keeps the
aluminum from corroding and
tarnishing. Cleaning the wheels with
harsh chemicals (including some
commercial wheel cleaners) or a stiff
brush can damage the clear-coat. To
clean the wheels, use a mild
detergent and a soft brush or sponge. To
safely operate your vehicle, your
ti res must be the proper type and
size, in good condition with adequate
tread, and correctly inflated.
The following pages give more
detailed information on how to take
care of your tires and what to do
when they need to be replaced. Keeping
the tires properly inflated
provides the best combination of
handling, tread life, and riding
comfort.
Underinflated tires wear unevenly,
adversely affect handling and fuel
economy, and are more likely to
fail from being overheated.
Overinflated tires can make your
vehicleridemoreharshly,are
more prone to damage from road
hazards, and wear unevenly.
The tire pressure monitoring system
(TPMS)willwarnyouwhenatire
pressure is low. See page f or
inf ormation on the TPMS. 309
Tires
Wheels
T ires Inf lation Guidelines
372
Using tires that are excessively
worn or improperly inflated can
cause a crash in which you can
be seriously hurt or killed.
Follow all instructions in this
owner’s manual regarding tire
inflation and maintenance.
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Emergencies .381
.............
Battery, Jump Starting . 389
Brake System Indicator ......................................
(Red) .395
Brake System Indicator .................................
(Amber) .396
................
Changing a Flat Tire . 383
.....
Charging System Indicator . 393
..................
Checking the Fuses . 398
.......
Hazard Warning Flashers . 125
............................
Jump Starting .389
.....
Low Oil Pressure Indicator . 393
...
Malf unction Indicator Lamp . 394
..................
Overheated Engine . 391
............................
Tailgate Open .139
..................
Emergency Towing . 403
.........................
Emergency Brake .157
....................
Emergency Flashers .125
.......................
Emissions Controls .415
.............
Emissions Testing, State . 418
Engine ............
Adding Engine Coolant . 351
Coolant Temperature .................................
Gauge . 78, 83
.........................
If It Won’t Start .387 Malf unction Indicator
................................
Lamp . 65, 394
.........................
Oil Lif e Display .330
........
Oil Pressure Indicator . 65, 393
..............
Oil, What Kind to Use . 347
...............................
Overheating .391
............................
Specif ications .408
............................
Speed Limiter .297
.......................................
Starting .294
.
Evaporative Emissions Controls . 415
...............................
Exhaust Fumes .58
Expectant Mothers, Use of Seat ........................................
Belts by .18
...................................
Fan, Interior .172
.........................................
Features .169
....................
Filling the Fuel Tank . 279
Filters .........................
Dust and Pollen .367
...............................................
Oil .349
...........
Flashers, Hazard Warning . 125
...................
Flat Tire, Changing a . 383
Fluids ..........
Automatic Transmission . 355..........................................
Brake .357
..........................
Power Steering .358
..................
Windshield Washer . 353
..............
Folding Rear Seat Down . 147
........................
Four-way Flashers .125
Front Airbags ............................
Driver’s Side .9 ,26
.....................
Passenger’s Side . 9, 34
......................
Front Door Pockets .162
Front Seat .........
Adjusting (Driver’s Side) . 144
..
Adjusting (Passenger’s Side) . 145
.......................................
Heaters .150
.................................................
Fuel .278
.....................
AVG. Fuel A/B . 77, 82
........
Check Fuel Cap Message . 280
......................
Fill Door and Cap .279
.....................
Low Fuel Indicator .69
...........................................
Gauge .75
...................................
INST. Fuel .82
................
Octane Requirement . 278
...............................
Oxygenated .279
........................
Tank, Ref ueling .279
.....
Tighten Fuel Cap Message . 281
...............................
Fuel Economy .284
.....................
Fuses, Checking the .398
Index
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