2015 Acura RDX dashboard

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TABLE OF
CONTENTS
VISUAL INDEX
SAFETY
INFORMATION
INSTRUMENT PANEL
VEHICLE
CONTROLS
AUDIO AND
CONNECTIVITY
BLUETOOTH®
HANDSFREELINK®
ACURALINK®
INDEX
VOICE COMMAND INDEX
CLIENT
INFORMATION
SPECIFICATIONS
MAINTENANCE
HANDLING THE UNEXPECTED
DRIVING
NAVIGATION
Using Speed Dial
Make calls quickly using stored speed dial entries. Use the selector knob to make
and enter selections.
1. Press the PHONE button to go to the Phone
screen.
2. Select Speed Dial.
3. Select the entry you want to begin the call.
If an entry has a stored voice tag, you can call it at any time. Press the Talk button
and follow the prompts.
SMS Text Messaging
Receive and send text messages from your paired and linked phone. Visit  
www.acura.com/handsfreelink (U.S.) or www.handsfreelink.ca (Canada) to check
phone compatibility. Standard message rates apply. This feature is limited while the
vehicle is moving.
Receiving and Responding to Messages
When you receive a new message, a pop-up appears on the display. Use the
selector knob to view the message when the vehicle is stopped. You can also
reply to it using fixed phrases or call the sender.
1. When the pop-up appears, select Yes.
2. The message is displayed, and the system reads
it aloud.
To reply: Select Reply, and choose one of the
six available responses. Select Send to send the
message.
To call the sender: Select Call.
Models with navigation
HFL Displays and Controls
Use the controls to enter information and make selections. To reduce the
potential for driver distraction, certain manual functions may be inoperable or
grayed out while the vehicle is moving. Voice commands are always available.
PHONE button: Go
to the phone screen.
CANCEL button: Go
back to the previous
display or cancel an
operation. Interface dial
(from
the Phone screen):
Move up, down, left,
and right. Rotate and
press ENTER to make
selections.
HFL display
Pick-Up button: Go directly to the Cellular Phone
screen, or answer an incoming call.
Hang-Up button: End a call.
Talk button: Say voice commands.
Back button: Go back to the previous screen.
Voice Command Tips
•  When using the Talk button, wait for a beep before saying a command.
•  To bypass the system prompts, simply press the Talk button again to say your
command.
•  When the Talk button is pressed, all available voice commands are highlighted
in yellow.
•  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 and moonroof.
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NAVIGATION
TABLE OF
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VISUAL INDEX
SAFETY
INFORMATION
INSTRUMENT PANEL
VEHICLE
CONTROLS
AUDIO AND
CONNECTIVITY
BLUETOOTH®
HANDSFREELINK®
ACURALINK®
INDEX
VOICE COMMAND INDEX
CLIENT
INFORMATION
SPECIFICATIONS
MAINTENANCE
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NAVIGATION
Learn how to enter a destination and operate the navigation system.
Basic Navigation Operation
A real-time navigation system uses GPS and a map database to show your current
location and help guide you to a desired destination. You can operate the system
using voice commands or the system controls.
To reduce the potential for driver distraction, certain manual functions may
be inoperable or grayed out while the vehicle is moving. Voice commands are
always available.
Steering Wheel Controls
Use the steering wheel controls to give voice commands.
TALK button: Press to give navigation commands.
BACK button: Press to cancel a command or operation.
Voice Command Tips
•  When using the Talk button, wait for a beep before saying a command.
•  To bypass the system prompts, simply press the Talk button again to say your
command.
•  When the Talk button is pressed, all available voice commands are highlighted
in yellow.
•  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 and moonroof.
Using the navigation system while driving can take your attention away from
the road, causing a crash in which you could be seriously injured or killed.
Only operate system controls when the conditions permit you to safely do so.
WARNING
NAVIGATION*
*if equipped
Talk button
Back button
Navigation Display and ControlsUse the controls to enter information and make selections.
MAP/GUIDE
button: Display
the map screen or
directions when en
route. INFO button:
Select items such
as calendar, traffic
incidents, and
system setup.
CANCEL button: Go
back to the previous
display or cancel an
operation. DEST/ROUTE
button: Enter
destination
information.
button: Change
screen brightness. Use
the interface dial to
make adjustments. Interface Dial:
Rotate to scroll the
map or menus. Move
up, down, left, or
right. Press ENTER to
make a selection.
GPS signal
strength
Traffic
status*
Current
map scale Current vehicle
position
AcuraLink®
message Weather
warning*Map
orientation
Current
streetLandmark
icon
*subscription feature
Traffic icon examples*
Weather icon examples*
Congestion
Incident
Weather
Construction
Road closed Clear
Cloudy
Fog
Rain
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Interior Fuse Box
Located under the dashboard.
Circuit Protecte dAmps
1
2ACG15 A
3SRS10A
4Fuel Pump15A
5Meter7.5A
6Option7.5A
7VB SOL10 A
8Front Right Side
Door Lock Motor (Unlock)15 A
9Rear Left Side
Door Lock Motor (Unlock)15 A
10 Power Lumba r7.5A
11Moonroof20 A
12 Accessory Power Socket

(Center Console )15
A
13Washer Main15A
14 Seat Heaters 15A
15Driver’s Door Lock Motor
(Unlock)10A
16
17
18
19ACC7.5A
20 ACC Key Lock 7.5A
21Daytime Running Lights7.5A
22 A/
C7.5A
23Rear Wipe r10A
24 ABS/VS
A7.5A
25
26 Audio Am
p20A
27Accessory Power Socket
(Front)15 A
28

29ODS7. 5A
30 Driver’s Door Lock Motor
(Lock) 10
A
Circuit Protecte dAmps
31Smart10A
32 Front Right Side
Door Lock Motor (Lock )15
A
33Rear Left Side
Door Lock Motor (Lock )15A
34 Small Lights 7.5A
35Illumination7.5A
36 Rear Wiper Main 10A
37
38 Left Headlight High Beam 10A
39Right Headlight High Beam10 A
40 TPMS 7.5A
41Door Lock20 A
42 Driver’s Power Window 20A
43Rear Right Side Power
Window20A
44 Front Right Side Power
Window 20
A
45Rear Left Side Power
Window20A
46 Wiper 30A
Fuse box
Fuse label
Inspecting and Changing Fuses
1. Turn the vehicle off, including the headlights and
accessories.
2. Remove the fuse box cover.
3. Check the large fuse in the engine compartment.
If the fuse is blown, use a Phillips-head
screwdriver to remove the screws and replace
the fuse with a new one. Reinstall the screws.
4. Inspect the small fuses in the engine
compartment and the vehicle interior.
If there is a burned out fuse, remove it with the
fuse puller and replace it with a new one.
Replacing a fuse with one that has a higher rating greatly increases the chances of
damaging the electrical system.
NOTICE
Blown fuse
Combined
fuse Fuse puller

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*1: If the message SERVICE does not appear more than 12 months after the display is\
reset, change the
engine oil every year .
#: See information on maintenance and emissions warranty.*2:If you drive in dusty conditions, replace the air cleaner element every 15,000 miles (24,000 km).
*3: If you drive primarily in urban areas that have high concentrations of i\
ndustrial soot and pollution from
diesel-powered vehicles, replace the dust and pollen lter every 15,000 miles (24,000 km).
CODE Maintenance Main Items
A
•Replace engine oi l*1
B•Replace engine oil*1 and oil lter•Inspect front and rear brakes, service as necessary•Check parking brake adjustment•Inspect tie rod ends, steering gearbox, and boot s•Inspect suspension components•Inspect driveshaft boots•Inspect brake hoses and lines (Including ABS/VSA)•Inspect all uid levels and condition of uid s•Inspect exhaust system#
•Inspect fuel lines and connections#
*4:If you drive regularly in very high temperatures (over 110 °F, 43 °C), \
in very low temperatures (under -
20 °F, -29 °C), or tow a tra iler, repl ace ever y 60,000 mi les/100,000 km .
CODEMaintenance Sub Item s
1
•Rotate tires
2•Replace air cleaner element*2
•Replace dust and pollen lte r*3
•Inspect drive belt
3
•Replace transmission and transfer uid*
4•Replace spark plugs•Replace timing belt an d inspect water pump*4
•Inspect valve clearance
5
•Replace engine coolant
6•Replace rear differential uid*
•  Independent  of the Maintenance Minder information, replace  the brake fluid 
every 3 years.
•  Inspect idle speed every 160,000 miles (256,000 km).
•  Adjust the valves during services A, B, 1, 2, or 3 if they are noisy.
U.S. models
Maintenance, replacement, or repair of emissions control devices and systems
may be done by any automotive repair establishment or individuals using
parts that are certified to EPA standards.
According to state and federal regulations, failure to perform maintenance on the
maintenance main items marked with # will not void your emissions warranties.
However, all maintenance services should be performed in accordance with the
intervals indicated by the multi-information display.
Under the Hood
Opening the Hood
1. Park the vehicle on a level surface, and set the
parking brake.
2. Pull the hood release handle under the lower left
corner of the dashboard.
3. Push up the hood latch lever in the center of the
hood to release the lock mechanism, and open
the hood.
4. Remove the support rod from the clamp using
the grip. Mount the support rod in the hood.
When closing, remove the support rod, and stow
it in the clamp, then gently lower the hood.
Remove your hand at a height of approximately
12 inches (30 cm) and let the hood close.
Do not open the hood when the wiper arms are raised. The hood will strike the
wipers, and may damage the hood or the wipers.
NOTICE
Hood release handle
Pull
Lever
Support rod Grip
Clamp
Engine oil
fill cap Brake 
fluid 
(black cap)
Automatic
transmission
fluid  dipstick 
(yellow loop)
Washer 
fluid 
(blue cap) Battery
Engine coolant
reservoir
Radiator cap
Engine oil
dipstick (orange
loop)