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ACURA RDX 2023 Display Gauges and Indicators User Manual

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ACURA RDX 2023 Display Gauges and Indicators User Manual

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When you set the power mode to ON, these indicators come on to indicate that system checks are being performed. They go off a few seconds later or after the engine has started. If an indicator does not come on or turn off, there may be a malfunction in the corresponding system. To resolve the issue, follow the instructions in the owner’s manual.

Indicator Name On/Blinking Explanation Message
  • Comes on when the parking brake is applied, and goes off when it is released.
  • The beeper sounds and the indicator comes on if you drive with the parking brake applied.
  • Comes on for about 30 seconds when you apply the electric parking brake while the power mode is in ACCESSORY or VEHICLE OFF, then goes off.
  • Stays on for about 30 seconds when you set the power mode to VEHICLE OFF while the electric parking brake is applied, then goes off.
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Parking Brake and Brake System Indicator (Red)
  • Comes on if there is a problem with the brake system.
  • Comes on along with the Parking Brake and Brake System Indicator (amber) – Immediately stop in a safe place. Contact a dealer for repair. The brake pedal becomes harder to operate. Depress the pedal further than you normally do.
    If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On or Blinks at the Same Time When the Brake System Indicator (Amber) Comes On P. 675
  • Comes on along with the ABS indicator – Have your vehicle checked by a dealer.

If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On or Blinks P. 673

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Indicator Name On/Blinking Explanation Message
  •  Comes on if there is a problem with the brake system.
  • Blinks and the Parking Brake and Brake System Indicator (amber) comes on at the same time – There is a problem with the electric parking brake system. The parking brake may not be set. Avoid using the parking brake and have your vehicle checked by a dealer immediately.

If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On or Blinks at the Same Time When the Brake System Indicator (Amber) Comes On P. 675

 

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Parking Brake and Brake System Indicator (Red)
(Red)
  •  Comes on when the brake fluid level is low.
  • Comes on while driving – Make sure the parking brake is released. Stop in a safe place and check the brake fluid level. What to do when the indicator comes on while driving P. 673

 

Indicator Name On/Blinking Explanation Message
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Parking Brake and Brake System Indicator (Amber)
  • Comes on if there is a problem with a system related to braking other than the conventional brake system.
  • Comes on while driving – Avoid high speeds and sudden braking. Take the vehicle to a dealer immediately.
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Indicator Name On/Blinking Explanation Message
U.S. Parking Brake and Brake System Indicator (Amber)
  •  Comes on if there is a problem with the electric parking brake system and/or the automatic brake hold system.
  • Stays on constantly – Avoid using the parking brake and have your vehicle checked by a dealer immediately.
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  • Comes on if there is a problem with the radar sensor.
  • Indicator may come on temporarily when the Maximum Load Limit is exceeded.
  •  Make sure the total load is within the Maximum Load Limit.
    Maximum Load Limit P. 433
  • Stays on constantly – Have your vehicle checked by a dealer.
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Automatic Brake Hold System Indicator
  • Comes on when the automatic brake hold system is on.
Automatic Brake Hold P. 550 ACURA RDX 2023 Display Gauges and Indicators User Manual 15
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  • Comes on when the automatic brake hold is activated.
Automatic Brake Hold P. 550 ACURA RDX 2023 Display Gauges and Indicators User Manual 17
Indicator Name On/Blinking Explanation Message
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  •  After you have set the power mode to ON, the vehicle performs system checks. However, if the readiness codes have not been set by that time, this indicator will blink five times and then go off.
  • Readiness codes are part of the on-board diagnostics for the emissions control systems.
    Testing of Readiness Codes P. 695
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  • Comes on if there is a problem with the emissions control systems.
  • Blinks when a misfire in the engine’s cylinders is detected.
If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes On or Blinks P. 672 ACURA RDX 2023 Display Gauges and Indicators User Manual 22
Indicator Name On/Blinking Explanation Message
ACURA RDX 2023 Display Gauges and Indicators User Manual 23 Charging System Indicator
  • Comes on when there is a problem with the charging system.
  •  Stop in a safe place and contact a dealer immediately.
    Checking the Battery P. 623
    If the Charging System Indicator Comes On P. 672
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ACURA RDX 2023 Display Gauges and Indicators User Manual 24 Gear Position Indicator Indicates the current gear selection. Shifting P. 451
ACURA RDX 2023 Display Gauges and Indicators User Manual 25 M (sequential mode) Indicator/Gear Selection Indicator Comes on when the sequential mode is applied. Sequential Mode P. 457
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Transmission System Indicator
  • The current gear selection blinks if the transmission system has a problem.
  • Blinks while driving – Avoid sudden starts and acceleration and have your vehicle checked by a dealer immediately.
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  • The indicated current gear selection blinks if you cannot put the transmission into (R due to a transmission system failure.
  • Avoid sudden starts, sudden acceleration and high speed, and have your vehicle checked by a dealer immediately.
  •  The indicated current gear selection blinks if the transmission system has a problem and the performance of the vehicle is reduced.
  • Avoid sudden starts, sudden acceleration and high speed, and have your vehicle checked by a dealer immediately.
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  • The indicated current gear selection blinks if the transmission system has a problem and the paddle shifters cannot be used.
  • Have your vehicle checked by a dealer immediately.
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Indicator Name On/Blinking Explanation Message
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  • The current gear position or all the gear positions blink if there is a problem with the transmission and the vehicle is no longer able to run.
  • Immediately park your car in a safe place.
  • Emergency Towing P. 685
  • Have your vehicle checked by a dealer.
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  • The current gear position or all the gear positions blink if there is a problem with the transmission and it is not possible to select (P.
  • Depending on the circumstances, you can set the power mode to ON as an emergency measure.
    ]If the Transmission System Indicator Blinks along with the Warning Message P. 677
  • While the vehicle is stopped, apply the parking brake.
  • Have your vehicle checked by a dealer immediately.
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Indicator Name On/Blinking Explanation Message
ACURA RDX 2023 Display Gauges and Indicators User Manual 36 Auto Idle Stop Indicator (Green)
  • Comes on when Auto Idle Stop is in operation. The engine automatically shuts off.
Auto Idle Stop P. 464 ACURA RDX 2023 Display Gauges and Indicators User Manual 40
ACURA RDX 2023 Display Gauges and Indicators User Manual 37 Auto Idle Stop OFF Indicator
  •  Comes on when the Auto Idle Stop system has been turned off by the Auto Idle Stop system OFF button.
Auto Idle Stop System ON/OFF P. 466 ACURA RDX 2023 Display Gauges and Indicators User Manual 41
ACURA RDX 2023 Display Gauges and Indicators User Manual 38 Auto Idle Stop System Indicator (Amber)
  • Blinks if there is a problem with the Auto Idle Stop system.
  • Blinks – Have your vehicle checked by a dealer.
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ACURA RDX 2023 Display Gauges and Indicators User Manual 39 Auto Idle Stop Suspend Indicator
  • Comes on while Auto Idle Stop is temporarily suspended in the following situations.
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Brake pedal is not fully pressed
  • Depress the brake pedal firmly.
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Indicator Name On/Blinking Explanation Message
ACURA RDX 2023 Display Gauges and Indicators User Manual 39 Auto Idle Stop Suspend Indicator The transmission is in a position other than (D. Auto Idle Stop P. 464 ACURA RDX 2023 Display Gauges and Indicators User Manual 45
System charging is prioritized ACURA RDX 2023 Display Gauges and Indicators User Manual 46
Climate control system is prioritized ACURA RDX 2023 Display Gauges and Indicators User Manual 47
Engine coolant temperature is not in operating range ACURA RDX 2023 Display Gauges and Indicators User Manual 48
Indicator Name On/Blinking Explanation Message
ACURA RDX 2023 Display Gauges and Indicators User Manual 39 Auto Idle Stop Suspend Indicator The Integrated Dynamics System mode is in SPORT or SNOW. Auto Idle Stop P. 464
Acura Integrated Dynamics System
P. 459
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  • The battery temperature is too low.
  •  Auto Idle Stop does not activate for some reason.
Auto Idle Stop P. 464 ACURA RDX 2023 Display Gauges and Indicators User Manual 51
  • If you press and hold the Auto Idle Stop OFF button, you can select whether to display the status messages or not.
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Indicator Name On/Blinking Explanation Message
ACURA RDX 2023 Display Gauges and Indicators User Manual 53 Seat Belt Reminder Indicator
  • Blinks and the beeper sounds for a few seconds if you are not wearing a seat belt when you set the power mode to ON, then the indicator comes on.
  •  If the front passenger is not wearing a seat belt, the indicator comes on a few seconds later.
  • Comes on for a while when the rear seat belt is unfastened while the power mode in ON.
  • Blinks while driving if you and/or any passenger has not fastened a seat belt. The beeper sounds and the indicator blinks at regular intervals.
  • The beeper stops and the indicator goes off when you and the passengers fasten their seat belts.
  • Stays on after you and/or the passengers have fastened the seat belt(s) – A detection error may have occurred in the sensor. Have your vehicle checked by a dealer.
    Seat Belt Reminder P. 39
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Indicator Name On/Blinking Explanation Message
ACURA RDX 2023 Display Gauges and Indicators User Manual 55 Low Fuel Indicator (Amber) •  Comes on when the fuel reserve is running low (approximately 2.4 U.S. gal./9.1 Liter left). •  Comes on – Refuel your vehicle as soon as possible.
Blinks if there is a problem with the fuel gauge. Have your vehicle checked by a dealer.
ACURA RDX 2023 Display Gauges and Indicators User Manual 56 Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) Indicator Comes on if there is a problem with the ABS. Stays on constantly – Have your vehicle checked by a dealer. With this indicator on, your vehicle still has normal braking ability but no anti-lock function.
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) P. 553
Indicator Name On/Blinking Explanation Message
ACURA RDX 2023 Display Gauges and Indicators User Manual 60 Supplemental Restraint System Indicator
  •  Comes on if a problem with any of the following is detected:
    • Supplemental Restraint System
    • Side airbag system
    •  Side curtain airbag system
    •  Seat belt tensioner
Stays on constantly – Have your vehicle checked by a dealer.
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ACURA RDX 2023 Display Gauges and Indicators User Manual 61 Electric Power Steering (EPS) System Indicator
  • Comes on if there is a problem with the EPS system.
  • Stays on constantly – Have your vehicle checked by a dealer.
  • Do Not Drive displays on the multi- information display – Immediately stop in a safe place and contact a dealer.
    If the Electric Power Steering (EPS) System Indicator Comes On P. 674
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Indicator Name On/Blinking Explanation Message
ACURA RDX 2023 Display Gauges and Indicators User Manual 67 Vehicle Stability AssistTM (VSA®) System Indicator
  • Blinks when VSA® is active.
  • Comes on if there is a problem with the VSA® system, brake assist system, hill start assist system, starting assist brake function or agile handling assist.
Stays on constantly – Have your vehicle checked by a dealer.
Vehicle Stability AssistTM (VSA®), aka Electronic Stability Control (ESC), System P. 471
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ACURA RDX 2023 Display Gauges and Indicators User Manual 69 Vehicle Stability AssistTM (VSA®) OFF Indicator  Comes on when you partially disable VSA®. VSA® On and Off P. 472 ACURA RDX 2023 Display Gauges and Indicators User Manual 070
Indicator Name On/Blinking Explanation Message
ACURA RDX 2023 Display Gauges and Indicators User Manual 71 Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator  Comes on if the tire pressure of any of the tires becomes low. Comes on while driving – Stop in a safe place, check tire pressures, and inflate the tire(s) if necessary.
 

 

 

 

 

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Blinks for about one minute, and then stays on if there is a problem with the TPMS with Tire Fill Assist, or when a compact spare tire* is temporarily installed. Blinks and remains on – Have your vehicle checked by a dealer. If the vehicle is fitted with a compact spare tire, get your regular tire repaired or replaced and put back on your vehicle as soon as you can.
Indicator Name On/Blinking Explanation Message
ACURA RDX 2023 Display Gauges and Indicators User Manual 73 Turn Signal and Hazard Warning Indicators
  • Blinks when you operate the turn signal lever.
  • Blinks along with all turn signals when you press the hazard warning button.
Does not blink or blinks rapidly
Replacing Light Bulbs P. 605
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  • Comes on when the parking, tail, and other external lights are on.
Light Switches P. 197 ACURA RDX 2023 Display Gauges and Indicators User Manual 40
ACURA RDX 2023 Display Gauges and Indicators User Manual 75 High Beam Indicator
  •  Comes on when the high beam headlights are on.
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ACURA RDX 2023 Display Gauges and Indicators User Manual 76 Auto High- Beam Indicator
  •   Comes on when all the operating conditions of the auto high-beam are met.
Auto High-Beam P. 201 ACURA RDX 2023 Display Gauges and Indicators User Manual 40
ACURA RDX 2023 Display Gauges and Indicators User Manual 77 Fog Light Indicator*
  • Comes on when the fog lights are on.
Fog Lights* P. 200 ACURA RDX 2023 Display Gauges and Indicators User Manual 40
Indicator Name On/Blinking Explanation Message
IndicatorACURA RDX 2023 Display Gauges and Indicators User Manual 78 Immobilizer System Indicator
  • Blinks if the immobilizer system cannot recognize the key information.
  • Blinks – You cannot start the engine. Set the power mode to VEHICLE OFF, then select the ON mode again.
    Canadian models
  • Depress and hold the brake pedal before setting
    the power mode to ON.
  • Repeatedly blinks – The system may be malfunctioning. Have your vehicle checked by a dealer.
  • Do not attempt to alter this system or add other devices to it. Electrical problems can occur.
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IndicatorACURA RDX 2023 Display Gauges and Indicators User Manual 79 Security System Alarm Indicator
  • Blinks when the security system alarm has been set.
Security System Alarm P. 183 ACURA RDX 2023 Display Gauges and Indicators User Manual 40
Indicator Name On/Blinking Explanation Message
ACURA RDX 2023 Display Gauges and Indicators User Manual 81 System Message Indicator
  • Comes on along with a beep when a problem is detected. A system message on the multi-information display appears at the same time.
  • While the indicator is on, roll the right selector wheel to see the message again.
    SwitchingtheDisplayP. 139
  • Refer to the Indicators information in this chapter when a system message appears on the multi-information display. Take the appropriate action for the message.
  • The multi-information display does not return to the normal screen unless the warning is canceled, or the right selector wheel is pressed.
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Super Handling-All Wheel DriveTM (SH-AWD®) Indicator*
  • Comes on if there is a problem with the SH-AWD® system.
  • Stays on constantly – The engine drives the front wheels only in this state. Have your vehicle checked by a dealer.
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  • Blinks when the differential temperature is too high.
  • Blinks while driving – Stop in a safe place, put the transmission into (P, and idle the engine until the indicator goes off. If the indicator does not stop blinking, take your vehicle to a dealer.
    Super Handling-All Wheel DriveTM (SH-AWD®)* P. 474
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ACURA RDX 2023 Display Gauges and Indicators User Manual 83 Maintenance Minder Indicator
  • Comes on when the scheduled maintenance is due soon.
  • Consequently, Maintenance Due Now and Maintenance Past Due follow.
Maintenance MinderTM P. 585
 

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ACURA RDX 2023 Display Gauges and Indicators User Manual 84 Cruise Mode Indicator (White/Green)
  • Lights up in white when you change to cruise mode.
  • Lights up in green when you have set a speed for cruise control.
To Switch ACC with Low Speed Follow to Cruise Control P. 518 ACURA RDX 2023 Display Gauges and Indicators User Manual 40
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Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed Follow Indicator (Amber)
  • Comes on if there is a problem with ACC with Low Speed Follow.
  • Comes on while driving – Have your vehicle checked by a dealer.
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  • Indicator may come on temporarily when the Maximum Load Limit is exceeded.
  • ACC with Low Speed Follow has been automatically canceled.
  • Make sure the total load is within the Maximum Load Limit.
    Maximum Load Limit P. 433
  • Stays on constantly – Have your vehicle checked by a dealer.
 

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Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed Follow Indicator (White/Green)
  • Lights up in white when you press the           button.
  • Lights up in green when you press the RES/+ button or SET/– button.
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed Follow P. 502 ACURA RDX 2023 Display Gauges and Indicators User Manual 40
 

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Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) Indicator (Amber)
  • Comes on if there is a problem with the LKAS
  • Stays on constantly – Have your vehicle checked by a dealer.
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ACURA RDX 2023 Display Gauges and Indicators User Manual 91 Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS)
Indicator (White/Green)
  • Lights up in white when you press the LKAS button.
  • Lights up in green when the LKAS is in operation.
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS)
P. 522
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Indicator Name On/Blinking Explanation Message
ACURA RDX 2023 Display Gauges and Indicators User Manual 95 Safety Support Indicator (Amber)
  •  Comes on if there is a problem with the Road Departure Mitigation system, CMBSTM, Low Speed Braking Control*, or blind spot information system.
  • Stays on constantly – Have your vehicle checked by a dealer.
  • Indicator may come on temporarily when the Maximum Load Limit is exceeded.
  •  Make sure the total load is within the Maximum Load Limit.
    Maximum Load Limit P. 433
  • Stays on constantly – Have your vehicle checked by a dealer.
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Safety Support Indicator (Amber)
  • Comes on when the Road Departure Mitigation system, Low Speed Braking Control* and/or CMBSTM shuts itself off.
  • Indicator may come on temporarily when passing through an enclosed space, such as a tunnel.
  • The area around the radar sensor is blocked by dirt, mud, etc. Stop your vehicle in a safe place and wipe the debris off with a soft cloth. Indicator may take some time to go off after the radar sensor is cleaned.
  • Have your vehicle checked by a dealer if the indicator does not go off even after you have cleaned the radar sensor.
    Radar Sensor P. 543
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  • Stays on – The temperature inside the camera is too high.
    Use the climate control system to cool down the camera.
    The system activates when the temperature inside the camera cools down.
    Front Sensor Camera P. 541
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Safety Support Indicator (Amber)
  • Comes on when the Road Departure Mitigation system, Low Speed Braking Control* and/or CMBSTM shuts itself off.
  • Stays on – The area around the camera is blocked by dirt, mud, etc.
  • Stop your vehicle in a safe place and wipe the debris off with a soft cloth.
  • Have your vehicle checked by a dealer if the indicator and message are still displayed even after you have cleaned the area around the camera.
    Front Sensor Camera P. 541
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  • Comes on when mud, snow, or ice has accumulated in the vicinity of the blind spot information system sensor.
  • Comes on when the temperature of the blind spot information system sensor is high.
  • Comes on while driving – Something may be interfering with the blind spot information system sensor. Check the vicinity of the blind spot information system sensor and remove any obstacles.
  • The system will return to normal when the temperature cools down.
    Blind Spot Information System P. 479
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  • Comes on when mud, snow, or ice accumulates in the vicinity of the sonar sensor.
  • Remove the obstacle in the vicinity of the sonar sensor.
    Low Speed Braking Control* P. 497
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Indicator Name On/Blinking Explanation Message
ACURA RDX 2023 Display Gauges and Indicators User Manual 105 Safety Support Indicator (Green/Gray)
  • Lights up in green when the Road Departure Mitigation system, CMBSTM, Low Speed Braking Control*, and blind spot information system are on.
  • Lights up in green and gray when the Road Departure Mitigation system, CMBSTM, Low Speed Braking Control*, or blind spot information system, or any two or three of these systems are off.
  • Lights up in gray when the Road Departure Mitigation system, CMBSTM, Low Speed Braking Control*, and blind spot information system are off.
Road Departure Mitigation On and Off P. 532
CMBSTM On and Off P. 490
System On and Off P. 499
Blind Spot Information System On and Off P. 481
 

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Message Condition Explanation
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  • Appears when the vehicle is no longer able to run due to a malfunction.
  • Immediately stop in a safe place.
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  • Appears when there is a risk that the vehicle will move unexpectedly after you have stopped due to a malfunction with the vehicle.
  • While the vehicle is stopped, apply the parking brake.
    Parking Brake P. 545
  • Have your vehicle checked by a dealer.
Message Condition Explanation
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  • Appears when you set the power mode to ON again and the vehicle is able to run.
Starting the Engine P. 443
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  •  Appears when the engine stops without the transmission in (P, and does not restart automatically.
  • Appears if you open the hood while Auto Idle Stop activates.
  • If you want to set the power mode to ON, put the transmission into (P.
  • If you want to start the engine, follow the normal procedure.
    Starting the Engine P. 443
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  • Appears when the washer fluid is low.
  • Refill the washer fluid.
    Refilling Window Washer Fluid P. 604
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  • Appears if there is a problem with the cooling system.
  • Drive slowly to prevent overheating and have your vehicle checked by a dealer as soon as possible.
Message Condition Explanation
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  • Appears when the starter system has a problem.
  •  As a temporary measure, press and hold the ENGINE START/STOP button for up to 15 seconds while pressing the brake pedal, manually start the engine. Have your vehicle checked by a dealer.
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  • Appears when the engine oil pressure is low.
  • Appears while driving – Immediately stop in a safe place.
    If the Engine Oil Pressure Low Warning Appears
    P. 671
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  • Appears when the engine coolant temperature gets abnormally high.
Overheating P. 669
Message Condition Explanation
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  • Appears when there is a problem with the power tailgate system.
  • Manually open or close the power tailgate.
  • Have the vehicle checked by a dealer.
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  • Appears if any door or the tailgate is not completely closed.
  • Appears if any door or the tailgate is opened while driving. The beeper sounds.
  • Disappears when all doors and the tailgate are closed.
Message Condition Explanation
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  •  Appears if there is a problem with the automatic lighting control system.
  • Appears while driving – Manually turn the lights on, and have your vehicle checked by a dealer.
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  • Appears if there is a problem with the headlights.
  • Appears while driving – The headlights may not be on. When conditions allow you to drive safely, have your vehicle checked by a dealer as soon as possible.
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  • Appears when there is a problem with the battery charging system.
  • Have your vehicle checked by a dealer.
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  •  Appears if the dynamic mode cannot be changed due to certain situations, such as a system error or adverse driving conditions.
Acura Integrated Dynamics System P. 459
Message Condition Explanation
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  •  Appears when the automatic brake hold system is turned off.
Automatic Brake Hold P. 550
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  •  Appears when the automatic brake hold button is pressed without wearing the driver’s seat belt.
  •  Fasten the driver’s seat belt.
    Automatic Brake Hold P. 550
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  • Appears when the automatic brake hold button is pressed without depressing the brake pedal while the automatic brake hold is in operation.
  • Press the automatic brake hold button with the brake pedal depressed.
    Automatic Brake Hold P. 550
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  • Appears when the parking brake is applied automatically while it is in operation.
Automatic Brake Hold P. 550
Parking Brake P. 545
Message Condition Explanation
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  • Appears if the automatic brake hold is automatically canceled while it is in operation.
  •  Immediately depress the brake pedal.
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  • Appears when the electric parking brake switch is pulled without depressing the brake pedal while the electric parking brake is in operation.
  • Pull the electric parking brake switch with the brake pedal depressed.
    Parking Brake P. 545
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  •  Appears when you set the power mode to VEHICLE OFF, if the rear doors were opened shortly before or after the vehicle was powered on.
●  Check the rear seat for passengers or items before exiting the vehicle.
Rear Seat Reminder P. 224
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  • Appears as soon as a problem is detected in the keyless access system or keyless starting system.
  • Appears constantly – Have your vehicle checked by a dealer.
Message Condition Explanation
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  • Appears when you close the door with the power mode in ON without the keyless remote inside the vehicle.
  • Disappears when you bring the keyless remote back inside the vehicle and close the door.
    Keyless Remote Reminder P. 195
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  •  Appears when the keyless remote battery becomes weak.
Replacing the Remote Battery P. 625
 

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  • Appears after you set the power mode to ACCESSORY or ON.

Canadian models

  • Appears after you unlock and open the driver’s door.
Starting the Engine P. 443
  • Appears when the engine does not restart automatically due to the following reasons:
    • The hood is open.
    • There is a problem in the system that disables Auto Idle Stop.
  • Follow the normal procedure to start the engine.
    Starting the Engine P. 443
Message Condition Explanation
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  •  Appears after the driver’s door is opened when the power mode is in ACCESSORY.
  • Change the power mode to VEHICLE OFF. ENGINE START/STOP Button P. 193
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  • Appears when the power mode is in ACCESSORY.
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  •  Appears if the keyless remote’s battery is too weak to start the engine or the key is not within operating range to start the engine.
    The beeper sounds six times.
  •  Bring the back of the keyless remote into contact with the ENGINE START/STOP button.
    If the Keyless Remote Battery is Weak P. 665
Message Condition Explanation
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  • Appears if you press the ENGINE START/STOP button while the vehicle is moving.
Emergency Engine Stop P. 666
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  • Appears after the driver’s door is opened when the power mode is in ACCESSORY.
  • Press and hold the ENGINE START/STOP button with your foot off the brake pedal to change the power mode to VEHICLE OFF.
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  • Appears when you turn the Auto Idle Stop system on.
Auto Idle Stop P. 464
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  •  Appears when the hood is opened.
  • Close the hood.
Message Condition Explanation
ACURA RDX 2023 Display Gauges and Indicators User Manual 142 •  Appears when you try to change the transmission without depressing the brake pedal. •  Depress the brake pedal, then change the transmission.
U.S.

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Canada

 

•  Appears when you try to change the transmission without releasing your foot off the accelerator pedal. •  Release your foot off the accelerator pedal, then change the transmission.
ACURA RDX 2023 Display Gauges and Indicators User Manual 144 •  Appears when you try to change the shift position after the position has automatically been changed to (P with the driver’s door open and the driver’s seat belt unfastened. ●  Press the (P button if you leave the vehicle.
Message Condition Explanation
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  •  Appears when the (P button is pressed while the vehicle is moving.
  • Make sure that the vehicle comes to a stop before operating the select button.
  • Appears if you put the transmission into (R while the vehicle is moving forward, or into (D while the vehicle is reversing.
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  •  Appears when you set the power mode to OFF while driving.
  • Immediately stop in a safe place, set the parking brake, then restart the engine. If the message disappears, continue driving.
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  •  Appears when the vehicle is stopped with the driver’s seat belt unfastened and there is a chance that the vehicle may roll unintentionally.
  • Press the (P button before release the brake pedal when idling, parking or exiting the vehicle.
    Shift Operation P. 453
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  • Appears when you attempt to change to another gear position with the transmission in (P and the engine OFF.
  • To select another gear position while in (P, the engine must be ON.
Message Condition Explanation
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  •  Appears when you press the (P button but it is not engaged due to low ATF temperature.
  • Depress the brake pedal until this message disappear.
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  • Appears when the temperature of the transmission is starting to get too hot.
  • The performance of the vehicle may be reduced.
  • Until the message disappears, reduce your speed and allow the system to cool down.
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  •  Appears when you repeatedly change the shift position between (P and other positions in short period.
  • Take some time before changing the shift position.
  • Appears when you try to take the transmission out of (P immediately after you start engine.
  • Try to take the transmission out of (P again.
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  • Appears when you depress the accelerator pedal when the transmission is in (N.
  • Remove your foot off the accelerator pedal. When driving, depress the brake pedal and operate the shift position.
Message Condition Explanation
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  • Appears when you press and hold (N button for more than two seconds.
  • Disappears when you set the shift position to other than (N. If you want to keep the transmission in (N position [car wash mode] P. 455
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  • Appears for a few seconds if you have not pressed the (N button long enough to initiate Neutral-Hold mode.
If you want to keep the transmission in (N position [car wash mode] P. 455
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  • Appears when neutral hold mode is not available due to the transmission being too hot.
  • When the transmission is too hot, neutral hold mode may not be available. Let the engine idle until the transmission has cooled down.
    If you want to keep the transmission in (N position [car wash mode] P. 455
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  • Appears if there is a problem with the auto high- beam.
  • Manually operate the headlight switch.
  • If you are driving with the high-beam headlights when this happens, the headlights are changed to low beams.
Message Condition Explanation
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  •  Appears when ACC has been automatically canceled.
  • You can resume the set speed after the condition that caused ACC to cancel improves. Press the RES/+ button.
    Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed Follow P. 502
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  • Flashes when the system senses a likely collision with a vehicle in front of you. The beeper sounds.
  • Take appropriate action to prevent a collision (apply the brakes, change lanes, etc.
    Collision Mitigation Braking SystemTM (CMBSTM)
    P. 486

Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed Follow P. 502
Models with Low Speed Braking Control
Low Speed Braking Control*P. 502

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  •  Appears when the low speed braking control system is activated.
Message Condition Explanation
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  • Appears when ACC is canceled due to excessive high vehicle speed.
  • Reduce the speed, then reset ACC.
    Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed Follow P. 502
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  •  Appears when cruise control is canceled due to excessive low vehicle speed.
  •  Raise the speed, then reset cruise control.
    To Switch ACC with Low Speed Follow to Cruise Control P. 518
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  • Appears when the speed of the vehicle is too high for you to set ACC.
  •  Reduce the speed, then set ACC.
    Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed Follow P. 502
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  •  Appears when the speed of the vehicle is too low for you to set cruise control.
  •  Raise the speed, then set cruise control.
    To Switch ACC with Low Speed Follow to Cruise Control P. 518
Message Condition Explanation
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  •  Appears when the distance between your vehicle and the vehicle ahead of you is too close while ACC is in operation.
  • ACC has been automatically canceled.
    Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed Follow P. 502
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  • Appears when pressing the RES/+ or SET/– button while the distance between your vehicle and the vehicle ahead of you is too close.
  • ACC cannot be set.
    Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed Follow P. 502
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  • Appears when the parking brake is applied automatically while ACC is in operation.
  • ACC has been automatically canceled.
    Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed Follow P. 502
    Parking Brake P. 545
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  • Appears when pressing the RES/+ or SET/– button while the parking brake is applied.
  • ACC cannot be set.
    Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed Follow P. 502
    Parking Brake P. 545
Message Condition Explanation
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  • Appears if ACC is canceled while your vehicle is automatically stopped by ACC.
  • Immediately depress the brake pedal.
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  •  Appears when pressing the

RES/+ or SET/– button while the vehicle is moving and the brake pedal is depressed.

  • ACC cannot be set.
    Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed Follow P. 502
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  • Appears if the VSA® or traction control function operates while ACC is in operation.
  • ACC has been automatically canceled.
    Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed Follow P. 502
Message Condition Explanation
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  • Appears if ACC cannot be set due to repeated deceleration, driving on a long downward slope, or excess vehicle weight.
  • Wait awhile, then reset ACC.
    Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed Follow P. 502
 

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  • Appears just before the ACC is automatically canceled due to repeated deceleration, driving on a long downward slope, or excess vehicle weight. (Will automatically open until the distance between your vehicle and the vehicle ahead is the maximum set in distance settings.)
  • Appears when the ACC has been automatically canceled.
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed Follow P. 502
Message Condition Explanation
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  • Appears when SET/–, RES/+, CANCEL, or interval button is pressed while ACC is off.
After pressing the      button, press the SET/–, RES/+, CANCEL, or interval button.
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed Follow P. 502
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  • Appears when interval button is pressed while Cruise mode is selected.
  • After selecting ACC, press the interval button.
    Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed Follow P. 502
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  • Appears when the vehicle ahead of you resumes driving, after your vehicle has been stopped automatically by ACC.
  • Press the RES/+ or SET/– button or depress the accelerator pedal to resume.
    Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed Follow P. 502
Message Condition Explanation
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  • Appears when the driver’s seat belt is unfastened while your vehicle is automatically stopped by ACC.
  • ACC has been automatically canceled.
    Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed Follow P. 502
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  • Appears when pressing the RES/+ or SET/– button while the driver’s seat belt is unfastened.
  • ACC cannot be set. Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed Follow P. 502
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  • Appears when the transmission is put into any position other than (D or (S while ACC is in operation.
  •  ACC has been automatically canceled. Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed Follow P. 502
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  • Appears when pressing the RES/+ or SET/– button while the transmission is in any position other than (D or (S.
  • ACC cannot be set.
    Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed Follow P. 502
Message Condition Explanation
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  • Appears when the vehicle is stopped on a very steep slope while ACC is in operation.
  • ACC has been automatically canceled. Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed Follow P. 502
 

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  • Appears when pressing the RES/+ or SET/– button while the vehicle is stopped on a very steep slope.
  • ACC cannot be set. Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed Follow P. 502
Message Condition Explanation
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  • Appears if anything covers the radar sensor cover and prevents the sensor from detecting a vehicle in front.
  • May appear when driving in bad weather (rain, snow, fog, etc.)
  • When the radar sensor gets dirty, stop your vehicle in a safe place, and wipe off dirt using a soft cloth. The message may take some time to go off.
  • Have your vehicle checked by a dealer if the message does not disappear even after you clean the sensor cover.

Radar Sensor P. 543
AcuraWatchTM P. 483

ACURA RDX 2023 Display Gauges and Indicators User Manual 201 Appears if the temperature inside the front sensor camera is too high and some driver assist systems cannot be activated.
  • Use the climate control system to cool down the camera.
  • Disappears – The camera has been cooled down and the systems are activated normally.

Front Sensor Camera P. 541
AcuraWatchTM P. 483

ACURA RDX 2023 Display Gauges and Indicators User Manual 202 Appears if the area around the front sensor camera is blocked by dirt, mud, etc. and be prevented from detecting a vehicle in front.
May appear when driving in bad weather (rain, snow, fog, etc.)
  • When the front window gets dirty, stop your vehicle in a safe place, and wipe it off with a soft cloth.
  • Have your vehicle checked by a dealer if the message does not disappear even after you cleaned the area around the camera.

Front Sensor CameraP. 541
AcuraWatchTM P. 483

Message Condition Explanation
ACURA RDX 2023 Display Gauges and Indicators User Manual 203  Appears when the LKAS is in operation, or the LKAS button is pressed, but there is a problem with a system related to the LKAS. The LKAS cancels automatically. The beeper sounds simultaneously. If any other system indicators come on, such as the VSA®, ABS and brake system, take appropriate action.
Indicators P. 80
Message Condition Explanation
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  • Blinks when you fail to steer the vehicle. The beeper sounds simultaneously.
  • Operate the steering wheel to resume the LKAS.
 

 

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 Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS)

  • Appears when the vehicle is driving out of a detected lane. The steering wheel vibrates rapidly.
  • Keep the vehicle within the lane you are driving.

Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) P. 522

 Road Departure Mitigation System

  • Appears when the vehicle is driving out of a detected lane.
    When you selected Warning Only
  • The steering wheel vibrates rapidly when the vehicle is drifting out of a detected lane.
    When you selected Normal, Wide or Narrow
  • The steering wheel vibrates rapidly when the vehicle is drifting out of a detected lane. The system also steers the vehicle to help you remain within your driving lane.
  •  Keep the vehicle within the lane you are driving.

Road Departure Mitigation System P. 530

  • You can change the setting for the road departure mitigation system. Normal, Wide, Warning Only and Narrow can be selected.
    Customized Features P. 359
Message Condition Explanation
ACURA RDX 2023 Display Gauges and Indicators User Manual 206  Road Departure Mitigation System
When you selected Narrow
Appears when the vehicle is likely to drive out of a detected lane.
The Road Departure Mitigation system also steers the vehicle to help you remain within your driving lane.
Message Condition Explanation
ACURA RDX 2023 Display Gauges and Indicators User Manual 207 Appears if there is a problem with the fuel pump system. Set the power mode to OFF for a while, then set the power mode to ON. The message disappears if there is no problem. If the message appears again, take your vehicle to a dealer.
ACURA RDX 2023 Display Gauges and Indicators User Manual 208 Appears if there is a problem with the engine management system. Set the power mode to OFF for a while, then set the power mode to ON. The message disappears if there is no problem. If the message appears again, take your vehicle to a dealer.
ACURA RDX 2023 Display Gauges and Indicators User Manual 209 Appears if there is a problem with the ignition system. Set the power mode to OFF for a while, then set the power mode to ON. The message disappears if there is no problem. If the message appears again, take your vehicle to a dealer.
ACURA RDX 2023 Display Gauges and Indicators User Manual 210 Appears if there is a problem with the seat heaters. Turn off the seat heaters until the message disappears. If the message appears again, take your vehicle to a dealer.
Message Condition Explanation
ACURA RDX 2023 Display Gauges and Indicators User Manual 211 Appears if there is a problem with the climate control system. Turn off the climate control system until the message disappears. If the message appears again, take your vehicle to a dealer.

Models with remote engine start

Message Condition Explanation
ACURA RDX 2023 Display Gauges and Indicators User Manual 212 Appears when you unlock and open the driver’s door while the engine is running by remote engine start. Remote Engine Start* P. 445

Models with head-up display

Message Condition Explanation
ACURA RDX 2023 Display Gauges and Indicators User Manual 213 Appears if there is a problem with the adaptive damper system. Have your vehicle checked by a dealer. Your vehicle will have normal damping ability without the adaptive damper feature.

Models with parking sensor system

Message Condition Explanation
ACURA RDX 2023 Display Gauges and Indicators User Manual 214  Appears if there is a problem with the parking sensor system. Check if the area around the sensor(s) is covered with mud, ice, snow, etc. If the indicator(s) stays on even after you clean the area, have the system checked by a dealer.

Gauges and Displays

Gauges
Gauges include the speedometer, fuel gauge, and other related indicators. They are displayed when the power mode is in ON.

Speedometer
Displays your driving speed in mph (U.S.) or km/h (Canada).

Tachometer
Shows the number of engine revolutions per minute.

Fuel Gauge
Displays the amount of fuel left in the fuel tank.

Temperature Gauge
Displays the temperature of the engine coolant.

NOTICE
You should refuel when the reading approaches E Running out of fuel can cause the engine to misfire, damaging the catalytic converter.
The actual amount of remaining fuel may differ from the fuel gauge reading.

Temperature Gauge
NOTICE
Driving with the temperature gauge reading in the upper zone can cause serious engine damage. Pull safely to the side of the road and allow engine temperature to return to normal.
Overheating P. 669

Multi-Information Display
The multi-information display shows the odometer, trip meter, outside temperature indicator, and other gauges.
It also displays important messages such as warnings and other helpful information.

Sub Display

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Odometer
Shows the total number of miles or kilometers that your vehicle has accumulated.

Outside Temperature
Shows the outside temperature in Fahrenheit (U.S.) or Celsius (Canada).

Adjusting the outside temperature display
Adjust the temperature reading by up to ±5°F or ±3°C if the temperature reading seems incorrect.

Outside Temperature
The temperature sensor is in the front bumper. Road heat and exhaust from another vehicle can affect the temperature reading when your vehicle speed is less than 19 mph (30 km/h).
It may take several minutes for the display to be updated after the temperature reading has stabilized.
You can adjust the temperature reading.
Customized Features P. 359

Compass*
Shows the current traveling direction of the vehicle.

Dynamic Mode
Shows the current dynamic mode.
Acura Integrated Dynamics System P. 459

Speed Limit Information

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Shows the current speed limit based on either information compiled through the navigation system* or speed limit signs captured by the front sensor camera.

Current Mode for ACC with Low Speed Follow and LKAS
Shows the current mode for ACC with Low Speed Follow and LKAS.
To Switch ACC with Low Speed Follow to Cruise Control P. 518
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) P. 522

Speed Limit Information
The speed limit displayed on the screen may differ to the actual speed limit.
The speed limit for some roads is not displayed.

Models with navigation system
You can select whether the source of the speed limit information is the front sensor camera or the navigation system.
You can also turn off speed limit information.
Customized Features P. 359

Models without navigation system
You can turn on or off the speed limit information.
Customized Features P. 359

Switching the Display
Roll the right selector wheel to view different types of content.

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If a warning initially appears, you can – after reading it – press the right selector wheel to proceed immediately to the content or to any other warning(s).

Trip Computer
Move the right selector wheel to the right or left to switch between trip computer A and trip computer B.

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Trip meter
Shows the total number of miles or kilometers driven since the last reset. Meters A and B can be used to measure two separate trips.

Resetting a trip meter
To reset the trip meter, display it, press and hold the right selector wheel.
The trip meter is reset to 0.0.

  • Average fuel economy
    Shows the estimated average fuel economy of each trip meter in mpg or l/100 km. The display is updated at set intervals. When a trip meter is reset, the average fuel economy is also reset.
  • Instant fuel economy
    Shows the instant fuel economy as a bar graph in mpg or l/100 km.
  • Range
    Shows the estimated distance you can travel on the remaining fuel. This estimated distance is based on the vehicle’s current fuel economy.
  • Navigation
  • Compass
    Shows the compass screen.
  • Turn-by-Turn Directions
    When driving guidance is provided by the navigation system or Android Auto, turn-by-turn directions to your destination appear.
    Refer to the Navigation System Manual 2 Android AutoTM P. 327

Average fuel economy
You can change when to reset the average fuel economy.
Customized Features P. 359

Range
The driving range displayed is only an estimate and may differ to the actual distance the vehicle can travel.

1Navigation
You can cancel the driving guidance by pressing and holding the right selector wheel.
A confirmation screen appears when Apple CarPlay navigation route is active.
You can select whether to have the turn-by-turn display come on or not during the route guidance.
Customized Features P. 359
To Change Head-Up Display Content P. 150
Turn-by-turn directions may not be available for all apps.

Warning
Indicators P. 80
Multi-Information Display Warning and Information Messages P. 107

Maintenance
Shows the remaining oil life and Maintenance MinderTM. 2 Maintenance MinderTM P. 585

Tire Pressure Monitor
Shows each tire’s pressure.
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) with Tire Fill Assist P. 475

Speed/Distance Units

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Enables you to show another unit on the multi-information display, head-up display* and audio/information screen and set the displayed measurements to read in either miles and mph or km and km/h.
Press the right selector wheel when you select the Speed/Distance Units on the multi-information display. Roll the right selector wheel to select the unit and press it. After this, a confirmation screen will appear for a few seconds.

Warning
If there are multiple warnings, you can move the right selector wheel to the right or left to see other warnings.

Tire Pressure Monitor
The following colors indicate the state of tire pressure:

  • Green: Within tire pressure regulation.
  • Amber: Above or Below tire pressure regulation.
  • Gray: There is a problem with the system.

Sport Gauge Settings
Press the right selector wheel when you select the Sport Gauge Settings on the multi-information display.
Roll the right selector wheel to select the setting and press it.

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Turbo Meter
When the turbo is producing boost, this meter indicates boost pressure is building.

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G-meter
A red circle moves around to indicate where your vehicle is currently receiving a lateral force while driving.

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The meter does not display a lateral force larger than 1.2 G.
If there is a problem with the VSA® system, the G-meter will not track the lateral force acting on the vehicle.

Seat Belts
Occurs, under specified conditions, when seat belts are latched or unlatched.
Seat Belt Reminder P. 39

SH-AWD® Torque Distribution Monitor*
The indicators on the display show the amount of torque being transferred to the right front, left front, right rear, and left rear wheels.
Super Handling-All Wheel DriveTM (SH- AWD®)* P. 474

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Safety Support
Indicates the status of the Road Departure Mitigation system, CMBSTM, Low Speed Braking Control* and blind spot information system, such as On, Off, or Failure, by color and letters.
The following colors indicate the status of any of the above-mentioned systems:

  • Green: The system is on.
  • Gray: The system is off.
  •  Amber: There is a problem with the system.

If a system is indicated by the color amber, have your vehicle checked by a dealer immediately.
To turn on or off each system, first press and roll the right selector wheel to select the desired item, and then press the right selector wheel.
Road Departure Mitigation On and Off P. 532
CMBSTM On and Off P. 490
System On and Off P. 499
Blind Spot Information System On and Off  P. 481
You can also confirm the status of each function by the color of the safety support indicator.
Safety Support Indicator (Amber) P. 103
Safety Support Indicator (Green/Gray) P. 106

Models with Low Speed Braking Control
Even when the Low Speed Braking Control icon is green, if the parking sensor is turned off for the rear only, the brake assist will not operate when reversing.
Turning off All Rear Sensors P. 560

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Head-Up Display
Shows the currently selected Driving View information, navigation, audio and phone information, etc. You can choose which items are displayed using the left selector wheel on the steering wheel. They are displayed when the power mode is in ON.
To Change Head-Up Display Content P. 150

The display can be moved up and down to become level with your eyes. To raise or lower the head-up display: Press and hold the 3 or 4 the desired position is reached.

Head-Up Display*
When you unlock and open the driver’s door with a remote transmitter or keyless access system, the head-up display adjusts automatically to one of the two preset positions.

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The display also shows the following warnings.

  • Lane Departure Warning: When your vehicle is too close to the traffic lane lines, the lane departure warning appears.
    Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS)
    P. 522
  • Head-Up Warning Lights:
    Flash when the BRAKE message appears on the multi-information display.
    Collision Mitigation Braking SystemTM (CMBSTM) P. 486
    Low Speed Braking Control* P. 497
    Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed Follow P. 502
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To Change Head-Up Display Content

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Press the APPS button and roll the left selector wheel to select Select Driving View and press the left selector wheel. Each time you move the left selector wheel to the right or left, the head-up display content will change.

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Vehicle Speed
Shows your driving speed in mph or km/h.

Current Mode for ACC with Low Speed Follow and the LKAS
Shows the current mode for ACC with Low Speed Follow and the LKAS.
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed Follow P. 502
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) P. 522

Turn-by-Turn Directions
Shows you turn-by-turn driving directions to your destination linked with the navigation system or Android Auto.
Refer to the Navigation System Manual
Android AutoTM P. 327

Speed Limit Information
Shows the current speed limit based on either information compiled through the navigation system or speed limit signs captured by the front sensor camera.

Vehicle Speed
Switch between mph and km/h by using the multi-information display or customized features on the audio/information screen.
Speed/Distance Units P. 142
Customized Features P. 359

Turn-by-Turn Directions
Turn-by-turn directions may not be available for all apps.

Speed Limit Information
The speed limit displayed on the screen may differ to the actual speed limit.
The speed limit for some roads is not displayed.
You can select whether the source of the speed limit information is the front sensor camera or the navigation system.
You can also turn off speed limit information.
Customized Features P. 359

Reference Links

View Full User Guide: ACURA RDX 2023 User Manual
Download Manuals:
 Acura | Owner’s Manual & Warranty | Acura Owner’s Site

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