2013 Acura RDX Owner's Manual - Page 230

uu Before Driving u Driving Preparation 2013 RDX QRG ■ Interior Checks • Store or secure all items on board properly. u 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. 231 1 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. • Do not pile items higher than the seat height. u 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. u 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. u They may interfere with driving and a crash could occur. • Securely close and lock all doors and the tailgate. 2 Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Inside P. 104 TOC Driving • Adjust your seating position properly. u Adjust the head restraint, too. 2 Adjusting the Seats P. 136 2 Adjusting the Head Restraints P. 138 • Adjust the mirrors and steering wheel properly for your driving. u Adjust them while sitting in the proper driving position. 2 Adjusting the Steering Wheel P. 132 2 Adjusting the Mirrors P. 133 Index Continued 229