ACURA RDX 2018 User Manual

The 2018 Acura RDX is a stylish and versatile compact luxury SUV that strikes the right balance between performance, comfort, and high-tech features. It looks sleek and sporty on the outside, and its powerful 3.5-liter V6 engine gives it a lot of speed and quick acceleration. The RDX has a nice, roomy cabin with high-quality materials, comfortable seats, and the latest technology. The infotainment system is easy to use and gives you control over navigation, music, and connecting your phone. The RDX puts safety first and gives drivers more trust with its available AcuraWatch safety features, such as adaptive cruise control and blind-spot monitoring. The RDX also has a lot of room for cargo and is available with all-wheel drive, which makes it a good choice for a variety of lifestyles and terrains. Overall, the 2018 Acura RDX is a good choice for people who want a small luxury SUV with style, speed, and high-tech features that offer a refined driving experience and a lot of space.

Audio System

About Your Audio System
On models with the navigation system, see Navigation System Manual for operation of the audio system, AcuraLink, Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink®, and voice commands for these features.
The audio system features AM/FM radio and the SiriusXM® Radio service. It can also play audio CDs, WMA/MP3/AAC files, iPod, iPhone, USB flash drives, and Bluetooth® devices.
You can operate the audio system from the buttons and switches on the panel, or the remote controls on the steering wheel.

About Your Audio System
SiriusXM® Radio is available on a subscription basis only. For more information on SiriusXM® Radio, contact a dealer.

General Information on the Audio System* P. 220
SiriusXM® Radio is available in the United States and Canada, except Hawaii, Alaska, and Puerto Rico.
SiriusXM® is a registered trademark of SiriusXM Radio, Inc.
Video CDs, DVDs, and 3-inch (8-cm) mini CDs are not supported.
iPod, iPhone and iTunes are trademarks of Apple Inc.
State or local laws may prohibit the operation of handheld electronic devices while operating a vehicle.

USB Port

1. Open the cover.
2. Install the iPod dock connector or the USB flash drive to the USB port.

Auxiliary Input Jack
Use the jack to connect standard audio devices.

1. Open the AUX cover.
2. Connect a standard audio device to the input jack using a 1/8 inch (3.5 mm) stereo miniplug.
   The audio system automatically switches to the AUX mode.

USB Port

• Do not leave the iPod or USB flash drive in the vehicle. Direct sunlight and high temperatures may damage it.
• Do not connect the iPod or USB flash drive using a hub.
• Do not use a device such as a card reader or hard disk drive, as the device or your files may be damaged.
• We recommend backing up your data before using the device in your vehicle.
• Displayed messages may vary depending on the device model and software version.
  If the audio system does not recognize the iPod, try reconnecting it a few times or reboot the device. To reboot, follow the manufacturer’s instructions provided with the iPod or visit www.apple.com/ipod.

Auxiliary Input Jack
To switch the mode, press any of the audio mode buttons. You can return to the AUX mode by pressing the AUX button.
You cannot use the auxiliary input jack if you replace the audio system.

Audio System Theft Protection
The audio system is disabled when it is disconnected from the power source, such as when the battery is disconnected or goes dead.

Reactivating the audio system

1. Set the power mode to ON, and turn on the audio system.
   If you set the power mode to ACCESSORY, you will be requested to enter the audio security code. See step 3.
2. Press and hold the power button again for more than two seconds.
   The audio system is reactivated when the system’s control unit recognizes that the system is in your vehicle.
   If the control unit fails to recognize, ENTER CODE appears on the audio/information screen.
3. Enter the audio security code using the preset buttons. If you enter an incorrect digit, continue to the last digit, then try again. If you do not enter the code correctly after 10 tries, leave the system for one hour before trying again, or visit a dealer to have the system reset.

Before Driving

Driving Preparation
Check the following items before you start driving.

Exterior Checks

• Make sure there are no obstructions on the windows, door mirrors, exterior lights, or other parts of the vehicle.
• Remove any frost, snow, or ice.
• Remove any snow on the roof, as this can slip down and obstruct your field of vision while driving. If frozen solid, remove ice once it has softened.
• When removing ice from around the wheels, be sure not to damage the wheel or wheel components.
• Make sure the hood is securely closed.
• If the hood opens while driving, your front view will be blocked.
• Make sure the tires are in good condition.
• Check air pressures, and check for damage and excessive wear.
  Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 376
• Make sure there are no people or objects behind or around the vehicle.
• There are blind spots from the inside.

NOTICE
When doors are frozen shut, use warm water around the door edges to melt any ice. Do not try to force them open, as this can damage the rubber trim around the doors. When done, wipe dry to avoid further freezing.
Do not pour warm water into the key cylinder. You will be unable to insert the key if the water freezes in the hole.
Heat from the engine and exhaust can ignite flammable materials left under the hood, causing a fire. If you’ve parked your vehicle for an extended period, inspect and remove any debris that may have collected, such as dried grass and leaves that have fallen or have been carried in for use as a nest by a small animal. Also check under the hood for leftover flammable materials after you or someone else has performed maintenance on your vehicle.

Interior Checks

• Store or secure all items on board properly.
  • Carrying too much cargo, or improperly storing it, can affect your vehicle’s handling, stability, stopping distance, and tires, and make it unsafe. 2 Maximum Load Limit P. 261
• Do not pile items higher than the seat height.
  • They can block your view and may be thrown forward in the event of sudden braking.
• Do not place anything in the front seat footwells. Make sure to secure the floor mat.
  • An object or unsecured floor mat can interfere with your brake and accelerator pedal operation while driving.
• If you have any animals on board, do not let them move around in the vehicle.
  • They may interfere with driving and a crash could occur.
• Securely close and lock all doors and the tailgate.
  Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Inside P. 130
• Adjust your seating position properly.
  • Adjust the head restraint, too.
    Adjusting the Seats P. 164
    Adjusting the Head Restraints P. 166
• Adjust the mirrors and steering wheel properly for your driving.
  • Adjust them while sitting in the proper driving position.
    Adjusting the Steering Wheel P. 160
    Adjusting the Mirrors P. 161
    Interior Checks
    The headlight aim is set by the factory, and does not need to be adjusted. However, if you regularly carry heavy items in the cargo area or tow a trailer, have the aiming readjusted at a dealer or by a qualified technician.
• Be sure items placed on the floor behind the front seats cannot roll under the seats.
  • They can interfere with the driver’s ability to operate the pedals, the operation of the seats, or the operation of the sensors under the seats.
• Everyone in the vehicle must fasten their seat belt.
  Fastening a Seat Belt P. 34
• Make sure that the indicators in the instrument panel come on when you start the vehicle, and go off soon after.
  • Always have a dealer check the vehicle if a problem is indicated.
    Indicators P. 68

Maximum Load Limit
This figure includes the total weight of all occupants, cargo, and accessories, and the tongue load if you are towing a trailer.
Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit –

1. Locate the statement “The combined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX kg or XXX lbs.” on your vehicle’s placard.
2. Determine the combined weight of the driver and passengers that will be riding in your vehicle.
3. Subtract the combined weight of the driver and passengers from XXX kg or XXX lbs.
4. The resulting figure equals the available amount of cargo and luggage load capacity. For example, if the “XXX” amount equals 1,400 lbs. and there will be five 150 lb. passengers in your vehicle, the amount of available cargo and luggage load capacity is 650 lbs. (1,400 – 750 (5 x 150) = 650 lbs.)
   WARNING Overloading or improper loading can affect handling and stability and cause a crash in which you can be hurt or killed.
   Follow all load limits and other loading guidelines in this manual.
   Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR):
   The maximum allowable weight of the vehicle, all occupants, all accessories, all cargo, and the tongue load.
   2 Specifications P. 432
   Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR):
   The maximum allowable weight of the vehicle axle.Specifications P. 432
5. Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loaded on the vehicle. That weight may not safely exceed the available cargo and luggage load capacity calculated in step 4.
6. If your vehicle will be towing a trailer, load from your trailer will be transferred to your vehicle. Consult this manual to determine how this reduces the available cargo and luggage load capacity of your vehicle.

Useful Links

Download Manuals: Acura | Owner’s Manual & Warranty | Acura Owner’s Site

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