2013 Acura RDX steering wheel

I N S T R U M E N T P A N E L I N D I C A T O R S
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O n \b O f f I n d i c a t o r s
M a l f u n c t i o n I n d i c a t o r s
If an indicator remains on, there may be a problem; see your dealer.
Charging system
Low brake fluid
Low oil pressure
AWD *(All\bWheel Drive)
VSA®
(Vehicle Stability Assist)
Malfunction lamp(check engine light)
TPMS (blinks)(Tire Pressure Monitoring System)SRS(Supplemental Restraint System)
ABS(Anti\block Brake System)
PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF
(next to screen)
SIDE AIRBAG off
VSAoff
Fog lights on
Immobilizer (flashes): improperly
coded key; use correct key
Headlightson
Turn signals/hazards on
CRUISE MAIN on
CRUISE CONTROL on
High beamson
C o n d i t i o n I n d i c a t o r s
Action is needed by driver.
Parking brake on:
Release
Seat belt reminder:
Fasten seat belt(s) Door/tailgate open indicator:
Close door/tailgate
Message indicator:
See MID
Low fuel:
Refill
Low tire pressure (stays on):
Add air
Briefly appear with each engine start. Red and amber indicators are most critical.
Blue and green indicators are used for general information.
Brake system
Keyless Access SystemEPS(electric power steering)
*if equipped
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Note:The driver’s and front passenger’s door can be \3opened by pulling the
inner front door handle, regardless of the setti\3ng\b Changing the setting to “All Doors” is useful for rear passengers and\3 opening the power tailgate \b
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T i r e P r e s s u r e M o n i t o r i n g S y s t e m
Alerts you when one or more of your tires \3have significantly low pressure\b Toggle
to the tire pressure monitor display to view pre\3ssure readings on the MID\b
H o w I t W o r k s
C u s t o m i z i n g S e t t i n g s U s i n g t h e M I D
\f\b Select AUTO DOOR
UNLOCK\b 3\b
Select the option you want\b
Program various vehicle settings using the MID\b \3One example is shown below\b See
your Owner’s Manual for other customizable settings\b
SEL/RESET
button
Info
buttons
Press either Info button (▲/▼)
on the steering wheel to toggle
to the Customize Settings
display, then pressSEL/RESET to
activate the menu\b
P r o g r a m m i n g t h e A u t o D o o r U n l o c k S e t t i n g
1\b Select DOOR SETUP\b
W h a t t o D o
1\b Visually inspect the tires for
damage\b
\f\b Use a tire air pressure gauge
(or check the MID) to check
which tire(s) have low pressure\b
3\b Inflate the tire(s), if necessary,
to the recommended pressures
listed on the label on the
driver’s doorjamb\b
Only the driver’s door is preset to unlock when \3you shift into Park (P)\b You can
change this to a different setting\b
4\b The setting is displayed, and the display returns to the
AUTO DOOR UNLOCK menu\b
If the tire pressure drops significantly below reco\3mmended levels:
• The low tire pressure indicator comes on\b
• A “CHECK TIRE PRESSURE” mess\3age appears on the MID, showingwhich tire(s) have low pressure\b
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V O I C E R E C O G N I T I O N
F u n c t i o n s b y V o i c e C o m m a n d
To keep your eyes on the road and hands on the wheel, use voice commands for
navigation, hands\bfree calling, audio, climate control, and AcuraLink functions.
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V o i c e C o m m a n d T i p s
• When using the Talk button, wait for a beep, then say a command.
• When the Talk button is pressed, all available voice commands arehighlighted in blue.
• Speak in a clear, natural voice.
• Reduce all background noise.
• Adjust the dashboard and side vents away from the microphone in the ceiling.
• Close the windows.
• To hear a list of available commands at any time, press and release the Talk button, then say “Help.”
• For a list of full commands by category, say “Display information,”followed
by “Voice info.” See your Navigation Manual for a complete list.
PickUp button: Answer an incoming
call, or go directly to the Phone screen.
HangUp button: End a call or decline a
call.
Talk button: Give HFL, navigation,
AcuraLink, audio, or climate control
commands.
\fack button: Cancel a command and
return to the previous screen.
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Control five different systems with the steering wheel buttons and the ceiling
microphone.
To prevent driver distraction, certain manual functions may be inoperable or
grayed out while the vehicle is moving. Voice commands are always available.
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A C U R A L I N K® M E S S A G E S
Acura periodically sends you messages on vehicle features, recall and safety
information, maintenance reminders, and diagnostic information.
V i e w i n g N e w M e s s a g e s
\f. When you receive a newmessage, an envelope icon
appears on the map screen.
2. Say “Messages,” and a list of
messages appears.
\f. Using the Interface Dial, open a maintenance or
diagnostic message. 3. The system searches for the next
available appointment at your dealer.
Select “Confirm Appointment” if you
are satisfied with the date.
2. Select “Schedule
Dealer Appt.” 4.Select “OK” to set the appointment.3.
Say the number of the
message you want to hear.
S c h e d u l i n g a D e a l e r A p p o i n t m e n t
To use this feature, you must register at My Acura (www.myacura.com), and
make sure your Bluetooth\bcompatible phone is paired and correctly set up
(see page \b4).
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B L \b E T O O T H®
A U D I O
Play audio files from your compatible phone through your vehicle’s audio system. Visit
www.acura.com\bhandsfreelink to check if this feature is available on your phone.
\f. Make sure your phone is on and paired to Bluetooth
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HandsFreeLink®(seepage \b4).
2.Press HDD/AUX until Bluetooth
Audio appears.
3. From your phone, openthe desired
audio player or app and begin
playback. Sound is redirected to the
audio system.
P l a y i n gB l u e t \f \f t hA u d i o F i l e s
4. Press () or () on the audio
control panel or (+) or (\b) on the
steering wheel to change tracks.
Notes:
• Make sure the volume on your phone is properly adjusted.
• You may need to enable additional Bluetooth settings on your phone for playback.
• The play/pause function and remote audio controls may not be supported on all phones.
Note: If you are not satisfied with the
available date, use the Call option to
call your dealer directly.
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H A R D D I S C D R I V E ( H D D ) A U D I O
Record CDs onto your vehicle’s hard disc drive. Songs are automatically recorded
once a CD is inserted into the disc slot.
P l a y i n g H D D A u d i o F i l e s
\f.Press HDD/AUX until HDD appears.
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2. The first song of the last
recorded album plays. To
change tracks, rotatethe
interface dial or pressthe SKIP
() or () buttons.
S e a r c h i n g f o r M u s i c
2. Select one of the categories. 3.
Select a track and pressENTER
to begin playing.
i P o d ® o r U S B F l a s h D r i v e
Play audio files from your compatible iPod or USB flash drive through your vehicle’s
audio system.
C o n n e c t i n g D e v i c e s a n d P l a y i n g A u d i o F i l e s
\f. Open the front console, and pull
out the USB adapter cable.
Connect the cable to your iPod
dock connector or flash drive.
2. Press HDD/AUX until iPod or USB
appears.
iPod is a registered trademark of Apple Computer, Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. iPod not included.
\f. From the audio screen, pushthe
interface dial up to select MUSIC
SEARCH.
3. Press () or () on the audio
control panel or (+) or (\b) on the
steering wheel to change tracks.
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