2009 Acura RDX navigation system

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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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Voice Control
Bluetooth
Wireless Technology
Microphone
Phonebook
Incoming/Outgoing Calls
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Here is the function of each HFL
button:
HFLTalk:Thisbuttonisusedbefore
you give a command, to answer
incoming calls, and to conf irm
system inf ormation.
HFLBack:Thisbuttonisusedto
end a call, go back to the previous
voice control command, and to
cancel an operation.
To operate the HFL, use the HFL
Talk and Back buttons on the left
side of the steering wheel.
Below the HFL buttons is another
set of voice control buttons f or the
navigation, climate control, and audio
systems. To use the voice control
system, ref er to the navigation
system manual.
When the HFL is in use, the sound
comes through the vehicle’s f ront
audio system speakers. If the audio
system is in use while operating
either of the HFL buttons or making
a call, the HFL over-rides the audio
system. To change the volume level,
use the audio system volume knob,
or the steering wheel volume
controls.
On RDX with Technology Package
model
HFL Buttons
Audio System
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HFL BACK
BUTTON
VOICE CONTROL BUTTONS HFL TALK
BUTTON
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Whenever you shif t to reverse (R)
with the ignition switch in the ON
(II) position, the rearview is shown
on the navigation system screen.
For the best picture, always keep the
rearview camera clean, and do not
cover the camera lens. To avoid
scratching the lens when you clean it,
use a moist, sof t cloth.Since the rearview camera display
area is limited, you should always
back up slowly and caref ully, and
look behind you f or obstacles.
When in reverse, the navigation
buttons are locked out, except the
interf ace dial on the dashboard. Turn
the knob clockwise to make the
camera image brighter, and counter-
clockwise to darken the image.
On RDX with Technology Package
model
Rearview Camera and Monitor
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The camera brightness cannot be
adjusted by voice control.
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The navigation system will also
disableitself.Thenexttimeyouturn
on the ignition switch, the system
will require you to enter a PIN
bef ore it can be used. Ref er to the
navigation system manual.
If your vehicle’s battery is
disconnected or goes dead, the audio
system will disable itself . The next
timeyouturnontheradioyouwill
see ‘‘ ’’ in the f requency
display. Use the preset bars or preset
buttons (depending on models) to
enter the f ive-digit code (see page
).
If your vehicle’s battery is
disconnected, or goes dead, the time
setting will be reset to 1:00. To set
the time again, f ollow the setting
procedure (see page ).
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On RDX models
Checking the Battery
Maint enance
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If the replacement fuse of the
same rating blows in a short time,
there is probably a serious
electrical problem in your vehicle.
Leave the blown fuse in that
circuit and have your vehicle
checked by a qualif ied technician.
If the audio f use is removed, the
audio system will disable itself . The
next time you turn on the audio you
will see ‘‘ ’’ on the display.
Use the preset bars or buttons
(depending on models) to enter the
f ive-digit code (see page ).
When the audio system is disabled,
the clock setting in the audio system
will be canceled. You will need to
reset the clock (see page ). If the navigation system f use is
removed, the navigation system will
disableitself.Thenexttimeyouturn
on the ignition switch, the system
will require you to enter a PIN
bef ore it can be used. Ref er to the
Navigation System Owner’s Manual.
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Fuses
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Replacing a f use with one that has a
higher rating greatly increases the
chances of damaging the electrical
system. If you do not have a
replacement f use with the proper rating
f or the circuit, install one with a lower
rating.
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T he publications shown below can be purchased f rom Helm
Incorporated. You can order by phone or online:Call Helm Inc. at 1-800-782-4356 (credit card orders only)
Go online at
If you are interested in other years or models, contact Helm Inc.
at 1-800-782-4356.Covers maintenance and recommended procedures f or
repair to engine and chassis components. It is written
f or the journeyman mechanic, but it is simple enough
f or most mechanically inclined owners to understand.
Complements the Service Manual by providing in-depth
troubleshooting inf ormation f or each electrical circuit
in your vehicle.
Describes the procedures involved in the replacement
of damaged body parts.
Authorized Manuals
Service Manual:
Electrical T roubleshooting Manual:
Body Repair Manual:
Purchasing Factory Authorized Manuals (U.S. only)
Authorized Manuals
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Publication
Form Number 61STK02
61STK02EL
61STK30
31STK620
31STK820
31STKM20 31STKQ20 ACU-R Form Description
2007-2009 Acura RDX Service Manual 2007-2009 Acura RDX
Electrical Troubleshooting Manual 2007 Model series Acura RDX Body Repair Manual
2009 Acura RDX Owner’s Manual
2009 Acura RDX Navigation System Manual 2009 Acura RDX Maintenance Journal2009 Acura RDX Quick Start Guide Order Form for Previous Years-
Indicate Year and Model Desired
www. helminc. com
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