2010 Acura RDX Owners Manual

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Front turn signal/parking lights Front fog lights Front side marker lights Rear turn signal lights Brake/Taillights (in fenders) Taillights (in tailgate) Back-up lights Rear side marker lights License plate lights High-mount brake light Front ceiling lights/Spotlights Rear ceiling light Glove box light Console compartment light Vanity mirror lights Door courtesy lights Cargo area light

12 V － 60 W (HB3) 12 V － 35 W (D2S) 12 V － 24/2.2 CP (Amber) 12 V － 55 W (H11) 12 V － 3 CP 12 V － 21 W 12 V － 21/5 W 12 V － 3 CP 12 V － 21 W 12 V － 2 CP 12 V － 3 CP 12 V － 16 W 12 V － 4 CP 12 V － 8 W 14 V － 1.4 W 14 V － 1.4 W 12 V － 2 W 12 V － 2 CP 12 V － 5 W

ꭧ:

The low beam headlights are high voltage discharged type. Replacement of a low beam headlight bulb should be performed by your dealer.

Air Conditioning Refrigerant type Charge quantity Lubricant type Battery Capacity

Fuses Interior

Under-hood

Alignment Toe-in

Camber

Caster Tires Size

Pressure

Specifications

HFC-134a (R-134a)

15.9－17.6 oz (450－500 g)

SP-10

12 V － 52 AH/5 HR 12 V － 65 AH/20 HR

See page 473 or the fuse label attached to the dashboard. See page 474 or the fuse box covers.

Front Rear Front Rear Front

0.0 in (0 mm)

0.10 in (2.5 mm)

0 ° 10 ’ －1 ° 2 ° 57 ’

Front/Rear Spare Front/Rear Spare

P235/55R18 99V T165/80D17 104M

32 psi (220 kPa , 2.2 kgf/cm2) 60 psi (420 kPa , 4.2 kgf/cm2)

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DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles)

Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test course. For example, a tire graded 150 would wear one and one-half (1 1/2) times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100. The relative performance of tires depends upon the actual conditions of their use, however, and may depart significantly from the norm due to variations in driving habits, service practices and differences in road characteristics and climate.

Traction The traction grades, from highest to lowest, are AA, A, B, and C. Those grades represent the tire's ability to stop on wet pavement as measured under controlled conditions on specified government test surfaces of asphalt and concrete. A tire marked C may have poor traction performance. Warning: The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on straight-ahead braking traction tests, and does not include acceleration, cornering, hydroplaning, or peak traction characteristics.

The tires on your vehicle meet all U. S. Federal Safety Requirements. All tires are also graded for treadwear, traction, and temperature performance according to Department of Transportation (DOT) standards. The following explains these gradings. Uniform Tire Quality Grading Quality grades can be found where applicable on the tire sidewall between tread shoulder and maximum section width. For example:

Treadwear 200
Traction AA Temperature A

All passenger car tires must conform to Federal Safety Requirements in addition to these grades.

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DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles)

Warning: The temperature grade for this tire is established for a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded. Excessive speed, underinflation, or excessive loading, either separately or in combination, can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure.

Temperature The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C, representing the tire's resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel. Sustained high temperature can cause the material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life, and excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure. The grade C corresponds to a level of performance which all passenger car tires must meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 109. Grades B and A represent higher levels of performance on the laboratory test wheel than the minimum required by law.

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Tire Labeling

The tires that came on your vehicle have a number of markings. Those you should be aware of are described below.

TIRE LABELING EXAMPLE

(1)

TireSize Whenever tires are replaced, they should be replaced with tires of the same size. Below is an example of tire size with an explanation of what each component means.

P235/55R18 99V

TireIdentificationNumber(TIN) The tire identification number (TIN) is a group of numbers and letters that look like the following example. TIN is located on the sidewall of the tire.

DOT B97R FW6X 2202

P － Vehicle type (P indicates

passenger vehicle).

235 － Tire width in millimeters. 55 － Aspect ratio (the tire's

section height as a percentage of its width). R － Tire construction code (R

indicates radial).

18 － Rim diameter in inches. 99 － Load index (a numerical code associated with the maximum load the tire can carry).

V － Speed symbol (an

alphabetical code indicating the maximum speed rating).

(1)

(4)

(3)

(2)

(1) Tire Size (2) Tire Identification Number (TIN) (3) Maximum Tire Pressure (4) Maximum Tire Load

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DOT － This indicates that the tire meets all requirements of the U.S. Department of Transportation. B97R － Manufacturer's

identification mark.

FW6X － Tire type code. 2202 －

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Tire Labeling, Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) － Required Federal Explanation

Glossary of Tire Terminology Cold Tire Pressure － The tire air pressure when the vehicle has been parked for at least three hours or driven less than 1 mile (1.6 km). Load Rating － Means the maximum load that a tire is rated to carry for a given inflation pressure. Maximum Inflation Pressure － The maximum tire air pressure that the tire can hold. Maximum Load Rating － Means the load rating for a tire at the maximum permissible inflation pressure for that tire. Recommended Inflation Pressure － The cold tire inflation pressure recommended by the manufacturer. Treadwear Indicators (TWI) － Means the projections within the principal grooves designed to give a visual indication of the degrees of wear of the tread.

Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) － Required Federal Explanation Each tire, including the spare (if provided), should be checked monthly when cold and inflated to the inflation pressure recommended by the vehicle manufacturer on the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label. (If your vehicle has tires of a different size than the size indicated on the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label, you should determine the proper tire inflation pressure for those tires.)

As an added safety feature, your vehicle has been equipped with a tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) that illuminates a low tire pressure telltale

when one or more of your tires is significantly under-inflated

Accordingly, when the low tire pressure telltale illuminates, you should stop and check your tires as soon as possible, and inflate them to the proper pressure.

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Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) － Required Federal Explanation

Driving on a significantly under inflated tire causes the tire to overheat and can lead to tire failure. Underinflation also reduces fuel efficiency and tire tread life, and may affect the vehicle's handling and stopping ability. Please note that the TPMS is not a substitute for proper tire maintenance, and it is the driver's responsibility to maintain correct tire pressure, even if under-inflation has not reached the level to trigger illumination of the TPMS low tire pressure telltale.

Your vehicle has also been equipped with a TPMS malfunction indicator to indicate when the system is not operating properly. The TPMS malfunction indicator is combined with the low tire pressure telltale. When the system detects a malfunction, the telltale will flash for approximately one minute and then remain continuously illuminated. This sequence will continue upon subsequent vehicle start-ups as long as the malfunction exists. When the malfunction indicator is illuminated, the system may not be able to detect or signal low tire pressure as intended.

TPMS malfunctions may occur for a variety of reasons, including the installation of replacement or alternate tires or wheels on the vehicle that prevent the TPMS from functioning properly. Always check the TPMS malfunction telltale after replacing one or more tires or wheels on your vehicle to ensure that the replacement or alternate tires and wheels allow the TPMS to continue to function properly.

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The burning of gasoline in your vehicle's engine produces several by- products. Some of these are carbon monoxide (CO), oxides of nitrogen (NOx), and hydrocarbons (HC). Gasoline evaporating from the tank also produces hydrocarbons. Controlling the production of NOx, CO, and HC is important to the environment. Under certain conditions of sunlight and climate, NOx and HC react to form photochemical ‘‘smog.’’ Carbon monoxide does not contribute to smog creation, but it is a poisonous gas.

The Clean Air Act The United States Clean Air Actꭧ sets standards for automobile emissions. It also requires that automobile manufacturers explain to owners how their emissions controls work and what to do to maintain them. This section summarizes how the emissions controls work. Scheduled maintenance is on page 418. ꭧ In Canada, Acura vehicles comply with the Canadian emission requirements, as specified in an agreement with Environment Canada, at the time they are manufactured.

Emissions Controls

Crankcase Emissions Control System Your vehicle has a positive crankcase ventilation system. This keeps gasses that build up in the engine's crankcase from going into the atmosphere. The positive crankcase ventilation valve routes them from the crankcase back to the intake manifold. They are then drawn into the engine and burned. Evaporative Emissions Control System As gasoline evaporates in the fuel tank, an evaporative emissions control canister filled with charcoal adsorbs the vapor. It is stored in this canister while the engine is off. After the engine is started and warmed up, the vapor is drawn into the engine and burned during driving.

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Emissions Controls

Onboard Refueling Vapor Recovery The onboard refueling vapor recovery (ORVR) system captures the fuel vapors during refueling. The vapors are adsorbed in a canister filled with activated carbon. While driving, the fuel vapors are drawn into the engine and burned off. Exhaust Emissions Controls The exhaust emissions controls include three systems: PGM-FI, ignition timing control, and three way catalytic converter. These three systems work together to control the engine's combustion and minimize the amount of HC, CO, and NOx that come out the tailpipe. The exhaust emissions control systems are separate from the crankcase and evaporative emissions control systems.

PGM-FISystem The PGM-FI system uses sequential multiport fuel injection. It has three subsystems: air intake, engine control, and fuel control. The powertrain control module (PCM) uses various sensors to determine how much air is going into the engine. It then controls how much fuel to inject under all operating conditions. IgnitionTimingControlSystem This system constantly adjusts the ignition timing, reducing the amount of HC, CO, and NOx produced. ThreeWayCatalyticConverter The three way catalytic converter is in the exhaust system. Through chemical reactions, it converts HC, CO, and NOx in the engine's exhaust to carbon dioxide (CO2), nitrogen (N2), and water vapor.

Replacement Parts The emissions control systems are designed and certified to work together in reducing emissions to levels that comply with the Clean Air Act. To make sure the emissions remain low, you should use only new Acura replacement parts or their equivalent for repairs. Using lower quality parts may increase the emissions from your vehicle. The emissions control systems are covered by warranties separate from the rest of your vehicle. Read your warranty manual for more information.

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The three way catalytic converters contain precious metals that serve as catalysts, promoting chemical reactions to convert the exhaust gasses without affecting the metals. The catalytic converters are referred to as three-way catalysts, since they act on HC, CO, and NOx. Replacement units must be original Acura parts or their equivalent. The three way catalytic converter must operate at a high temperature for the chemical reactions to take place. It can set on fire any combustible materials that come near it. Park your vehicle away from high grass, dry leaves, or other flammables.

THREE WAY CATALYTIC CONVERTERS A defective three way catalytic converter contributes to air pollution, and can impair your engine's performance. Follow these guidelines to protect your vehicle's three way catalytic converter. ● Always use unleaded gasoline. Even a small amount of leaded gasoline can contaminate the catalyst metals, making the three way catalytic converter ineffective.

Three Way Catalytic Converter

● Keep the engine well maintained. ● Have your vehicle diagnosed and

repaired if it is misfiring, backfiring, stalling, or otherwise not running properly.

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If the testing facility determines that the readiness codes are not set, you will be requested to return at a later date to complete the test. If you must get the vehicle retested within the next two or three days, you can condition the vehicle for retesting by doing the following. 1. Make sure the gas tank is nearly,

but not completely, full (around 3/4).

2. Make sure the vehicle has been parked with the engine off for 6
hours or more.

3. Make sure the ambient

temperature is between 40° and 95°F (4° and 35°C).

4. Without touching the accelerator pedal, start the engine, and let it idle for 20 seconds.

5. Keep the vehicle in Park. Increase the engine speed to 2,000 rpm, and hold it there until the temperature gauge rises to at least 1/4 of the scale (about 3 minutes).

6. Without touching the accelerator

pedal, let the engine idle for 20
seconds.

7. Drive your vehicle for 30 seconds

while accelerating.

Emissions Testing

Testing of Readiness Codes If you take your vehicle for an emissions test shortly after the battery has been disconnected or gone dead, it may not pass the test. This is because of certain ‘‘readiness codes’’ that must be set in the on- board diagnostics for the emissions systems. These codes are erased when the battery is disconnected, and set again only after several days of driving under a variety of conditions.

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8. Select a nearby lightly traveled major highway where you can maintain a speed of 50 to 60 mph (80 to 100 km/h) for at least 20
minutes. Drive on the highway in D. Do not use the cruise control. When traffic allows, drive for 90
seconds without moving the accelerator pedal. (Vehicle speed may vary slightly; this is okay.) If you cannot do this for a continuous 90 seconds because of traffic conditions, drive for at least 30
seconds, then repeat it two more times (for a total of 90 seconds).

9. Then drive in city/suburban traffic

for at least 10 minutes. When traffic conditions allow, let the vehicle coast for several seconds without using the accelerator pedal or the brake pedal.

10. Make sure the vehicle has been parked with the engine off for 30
minutes.

If the testing facility determines the readiness codes are still not set, see your dealer.

Emissions Testing

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Warranty and Client Relations

Client Service Information........... 494
Warranty Coverages ................... 495
Reporting Safety Defects (U.S.

Vehicles)................................. 496
Authorized Manuals.................... 497

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Canadian Owners: Acura Client Services Honda Canada Inc. Visit www.acura.cafor contact information Tel: 1-888-9-ACURA-9
Fax: 1-877-939-0909

In Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands: Vortex Motor Corp. Bella International P.O. Box 190816
San Juan, PR 00919-0816

Tel: (787) 620-7546

When you call or write, please give us this information: ● Vehicle Identification Number (see

page 478)

● Name and address of the dealer

who services your vehicle

● Date of purchase ● Odometer reading of your vehicle ● Your name, address, and

telephone number

● A detailed description of the

problem

● Name of the dealer who sold the

vehicle to you

Client Service Information

Acura dealership personnel are trained professionals. They should be able to answer all your questions. If you encounter a problem that your dealership does not solve to your satisfaction, please discuss it with the dealership's management. The service manager or general manager can help. Almost all problems are solved in this way. If you are dissatisfied with the decision made by the dealership’s management, contact Acura Client Services. U.S. Owners: American Honda Motor Co., Inc. Acura Client Services Mail Stop 500-2N-7E 1919 Torrance Blvd. Torrance, CA 90501-2746

Tel: (800) 382-2238

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Warranty Coverages

U.S. Owners Your new vehicle is covered by these warranties: NewVehicleLimitedWarranty－ covers your new vehicle, except for the battery, emissions control systems, and accessories against defects in materials and workmanship. EmissionsControlSystemsDefects WarrantyandEmissions PerformanceWarranty－ these two warranties cover your vehicle's emissions control systems. Time, mileage, and coverage are conditional. Please read your warranty booklet for exact information. OriginalEquipmentBatteryLimited Warranty－ this warranty gives up to 100% credit toward a replacement battery.

SeatBeltLimitedWarranty－ a seat belt that fails to function properly is covered by a limited warranty. Please read your warranty booklet for details. RustPerforationLimitedWarranty－ all exterior body panels are covered for rust-through from the inside for the specified time period with no mileage limit. AccessoryLimitedWarranty－ Acura accessories are covered under this warranty. Time and mileage limits depend on the type of accessory and other factors. Please read your warranty manual for details. ReplacementPartsLimited Warranty－ covers all Acura replacement parts against defects in materials and workmanship.

ReplacementBatteryLimited Warranty－ provides prorated coverage for a replacement battery purchased from your dealer. ReplacementMufflerLifetime LimitedWarranty－ provides coverage for as long as the purchaser of the muffler owns the vehicle. Restrictions and exclusions apply to all these warranties. Please read the 2010 Acura warranty information booklet that came with your vehicle for precise information on warranty coverages. Your vehicle's original tires are covered by their manufacturer. Tire warranty information is in a separate booklet. Canadian Owners Please refer to the 2010 warranty manual that came with your vehicle.

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Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Vehicles)

If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) in addition to notifying American Honda Motor Co., Inc.

If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy campaign. However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your dealer, or American Honda Motor Co., Inc.

To contact NHTSA, you may call the Vehicle Safety Hotline toll-free at 1-888-327-4236
(TTY: 1-800-424-9153); go to http://www.safercar.gov; or write to: Administrator, NHTSA, 1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE., Washington, DC 20590. You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from http://www.safercar.gov.

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2010 RDXPurchasing Factory Authorized Manuals (U.S. only) The publications shown below can be purchased from Helm Incorporated. You can order by phone or online:

● Call Helm Inc. at 1-800-782-4356 (credit card orders only)

● Go online at www.helminc.com

If you are interested in other years or models, contact Helm Inc. at 1-800-782-4356.

Publication

Form Number

61STK03
61STK03EL

61STK30

31STK630
31STK830
31STKM30
31STKQ30

ACU-R

Form Description

2007-2010 Acura RDX Service Manual

2010 Acura RDX

Electrical Troubleshooting Manual

2007 Model series Acura RDX

Body Repair Manual

2010 Acura RDX Owner's Manual

2010 Acura RDX Navigation System Manual

2010 Acura RDX Maintenance Journal

2010 Acura RDX Advanced Technology Guide

Order Form for Previous Years- Indicate Year and Model Desired

Authorized Manuals

Service Manual: Covers maintenance and recommended procedures for repair to engine and chassis components. It is written for the journeyman mechanic, but it is simple enough for most mechanically inclined owners to understand. Electrical Troubleshooting Manual: Complements the Service Manual by providing in-depth troubleshooting information for each electrical circuit in your vehicle. Body Repair Manual: Describes the procedures involved in the replacement of damaged body parts.

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Index

Accessories and

Modifications .......................... 362

ACCESSORY (Ignition Key

Position) ................................. 125
Accessory Power Sockets .......... 157
AcuraLink® (U.S. models

only) ....................................... 332
Additives, Engine Oil ................. 421
Adjusting the Sound ............ 177, 224
Adjusting the Steering Wheel .... 122
Advanced Airbags ........................ 28
Air Conditioning System ............ 164
Usage ...................................... 165
Air Pressure, Tires .............. 444, 445
Airbag (SRS) .......................... 10, 24
Alcohol in Gasoline .................... 352
Anti-lock Brakes (ABS)

Indicator Light .................. 66, 388
Operation ................................ 388

Anti-theft Steering Column

Lock ....................................... 125
Anti-theft, Audio System ............. 292
Antifreeze ................................... 424

Armrests .................................... 138
Audio Antenna ........................... 439
Audio System ...................... 172, 216
Automatic Lighting Off

Feature ................................... 118
Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners ... 22
Automatic Speed Control ........... 300
Automatic Transmission ............ 376
Capacity, Fluid ........................ 480
Checking Fluid Level .............. 427
Driving with the Paddle

Shifters ................................ 380

Shift Lever Position

Indicators ............................ 376
Shift Lever Positions ............... 377
Shift Lock Release ................... 379
Shifting ................................... 376
Auxiliary Input Jack ................... 291

Battery

Charging System

Indicator ........................ 65, 465
Jump Starting .......................... 461

Maintenance ........................... 450
Specifications .......................... 481
Before Driving ........................... 351
Belts, Seat ................................ 9, 20
Beverage Holders ...................... 156
Bluetooth® Audio ................ 212, 280
Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink® ...... 306
Booster Seats ............................... 54
Brakes

Anti-lock Brakes (ABS) ........... 388
Break-in, New Linings ............. 352
Bulb Replacement ................... 433
Fluid ....................................... 429
Parking ................................... 150
System Design ........................ 387
System Indicator (Amber) ....... 468
System Indicator (Red) ........... 467
Wear Indicators ....................... 387
Braking System .......................... 387
Break-in, New Vehicle ................ 352
Brightness Control,

Instruments ............................ 120

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Index

Bulb Replacement

Back-up Lights ........................ 433
Brake Lights ........................... 433
Fog Lights ............................... 435
Front Parking Lights ............... 432
Front Side Marker Lights ........ 432
Headlights .............................. 431
High-mount Brake Light ......... 436
Rear Bulbs ...................... 433, 434
Rear License Plate Lights ........ 437
Specifications .......................... 481
Taillights ......................... 433, 434
Turn Signal Lights .......... 432, 433
Bulbs, Halogen .......................... 431

Capacities Chart ......................... 480
Carbon Monoxide Hazard ............ 57
Cargo ......................................... 364
Cargo Area Cover ....................... 160
Cargo Area Light ........................ 153
Cargo, How to Carry .................. 364
Carrying Cargo .......................... 364
CAUTION, Explanation of ............ iii

II

CD Care ..................................... 257
Ceiling Lights ............................. 151
Certification Label ...................... 478
Chains, Tires .............................. 449
Changing a Flat Tire .................. 455
Changing Oil

How to .................................... 422
When to .................................. 411

Charging System

Indicator ........................... 65, 465
Checklist, Before Driving ........... 373
Child Safety .................................. 36
Booster Seats ........................... 54
Child Seats .................... 41, 42, 44
Important Safety Reminders ..... 40
Infants ...................................... 41
Larger Children ....................... 53
LATCH ..................................... 46
Risks with Airbags ................... 37
Small Children ......................... 42
Tethers .................................... 51
Warning Labels ........................ 38
Where Should a Child Sit? ........ 37
Child Seats ................................... 44
LATCH Anchorage Points ........ 46
Tether Anchorage Points ......... 51

Childproof Door Locks ............... 127
Cleaning the Seat Belts .............. 438
Client Service Information .......... 494
Climate Control Sensors ............ 171
Climate Control System ............. 164
Clock .......................................... 293
CO in the Exhaust ................ 57, 487
Code, Audio System ................... 292
Cold Weather, Starting in ........... 374
Compact Spare Tire .................... 454
Compass Operation .................. 295
Console Compartment ............... 158
Consumer Information ............... 494
Controls, Instruments and ............ 61
Coolant

Adding .................................... 424
Checking ................................ 357
Proper Solution ....................... 424
Courtesy Lights .......................... 153
Crankcase Emissions Control

System ................................... 487
Cruise Control Indicator ............... 69
Cruise Control Operation ........... 300
Cruise Main Indicator .................. 69
Cup Holders ............................... 156
Customized Settings .................... 82

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Index

DANGER, Explanation of ............. iii Dashboard ............................... 3, 62
Daytime Running Lights ............ 119
Dead Battery .............................. 461
Defects, Reporting Safety ........... 496
Defogger, Rear Window ............. 121
Defrosting the Windows ............ 167
Dimensions ................................ 480
Dimming the Headlights ............ 116
Dipstick

Automatic Transmission ......... 427
Engine Oil ............................... 356
Directional Signals ............... 69, 116
Disc Brake Wear Indicators ....... 387
Disc Care ................................... 257
Disc Changer ...................... 185, 239
Disc Changer Error

Messages ........................ 195, 255
Disc Player .......................... 185, 239
Disposal of Used Oil ................... 423
Doors

Childproof Door Locks ............ 127
Locking and Unlocking ........... 126

Power Door Locks .................. 126

DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S.

Vehicles) ................................ 482
Driver and Passenger Safety .......... 5
Driving ....................................... 371
Economy ................................. 358
Driving Guidelines ..................... 372
Driving Position Memory

System ................................... 148

Driving with the Paddle

Shifters ................................... 380
Dust and Pollen Filter ................ 439

Economy, Fuel ........................... 358
Emergencies on the Road .......... 453
Battery, Jump Starting ............. 461
Brake System Indicator ... 467, 468
Changing a Flat Tire ............... 455
Charging System

Indicator ........................ 65, 465
Checking the Fuses ................ 470
Driving with a Flat Tire ........... 454
Hazard Warning Flashers ....... 121

Jump Starting .......................... 461
Low Oil Pressure

Indicator ........................ 65, 465

Malfunction Indicator

Lamp ............................. 65, 466
Overheated Engine ................. 463
Towing .................................... 475
Emergency Brake ...................... 150
Emergency Flashers .................. 121
Emergency Towing .................... 475
Emissions Controls .................... 487
Emissions Testing ...................... 490
Engine

Adding Engine Coolant ........... 424
If it Won't Start ........................ 459
Malfunction Indicator

Lamp ............................. 65, 466
Oil Life Indicator ..................... 411
Oil Pressure Indicator ....... 65, 465
Overheating ............................ 463
Specifications .......................... 480
Speed Limiter .......................... 378
Starting ................................... 374
Engine Coolant .......................... 424
Engine Number ......................... 479

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Index

Ethanol in Gasoline .................... 352
Evaporative Emissions

Controls .................................. 487
Exhaust Emissions Controls ...... 488
Exhaust Fumes ............................ 57
Expectant Mothers, Use of Seat

Belts by .................................... 18

Fan, Interior ............................... 166
Features ..................................... 163
Filters

Dust and Pollen ....................... 439
Oil ........................................... 422
Flashers, Hazard Warning ......... 121
Flat Tire, Changing a ................. 455
Floor Mats ................................. 438
Fluids

Automatic Transmission ......... 427
Brake ...................................... 429
Location .................................. 419
Power Steering ........................ 430
Windshield Washer ................. 426
FM/AM Radio Reception ........... 287

IV

Fog Lights .................................. 119
Folding the Rear Seats Down ..... 138
Four-way Flashers ...................... 121
Front Airbags ......................... 10, 26
Front Door Pockets .................... 155
Front Seat

Heaters ................................... 141

Front Seat Power

Adjustments ........................... 134
Fuel ............................................ 352
Economy ................................. 358
Fill Door and Cap .................... 353
Gauge ...................................... 73
Low Fuel Indicator ................... 68
Octane Requirement ............... 352
Reserve Indicator ..................... 68
Tank, Filling the ...................... 353
Tighten Fuel Cap .................... 354
Fuel Economy ............................ 358
Fuses, Checking the .................. 470

Gas Mileage, Improving ............. 359
Gas Station Procedures .............. 353

Gasoline ..................................... 352
Low Fuel Indicator ................... 68
Octane Requirement ............... 352
Tank, Refueling ....................... 353

Gauges

Fuel .......................................... 73
Speedometer ............................ 73
Tachometer .............................. 73
Turbo Boost Meter .................. 73

Gearshift Lever Positions

Automatic

Transmission ............... 376, 377
Glove Box .................................. 155
Gross Axle Weight Rating

(GAWR) ................................. 397

Gross Vehicle Weight Rating

(GVWR) ................................. 397

HandsFreeLink® ........................ 306
Hazard Warning Flashers .......... 121
Head Restraints .......................... 135
Headlights

Aiming .................................... 431

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Index

Automatic Lighting Off ............ 118
Automatic Lighting On ............ 117
Daytime Running Lights ......... 119
High Beam Indicator ................ 69
High Beams, Turning on ......... 116
Lights On Indicator .................. 70
Low Beams, Turning on .......... 116
Reminder Chime ..................... 116
Turning on .............................. 116
Heated Mirrors .......................... 147
Heaters, Seats ............................ 141
Heating and Cooling .................. 164
High Altitude, Starting at ............ 374
HomeLink® Universal

Transceiver ............................ 303

Hood, Opening and Closing

the .......................................... 355
Horn ...................................... 4, 113

Identification Number,

Vehicle ................................... 478

Ignition

Keys ........................................ 122

Switch ..................................... 125
Timing Control System ........... 488
Immobilizer System ................... 124
Important Safety Precautions ......... 6
Indicators, Instrument Panel ........ 63
A/T Temp ................................ 65
ABS (Anti-lock Brake) ....... 66, 388
Brake (Amber) .................. 67, 468
Brake (Red) ...................... 67, 467
Charging System .............. 65, 465
Cruise Control .......................... 69
Cruise Main ............................. 69
Fog Lights ................................ 70
High Beam ............................... 69
Key (Immobilizer System) ....... 66
Lights On ................................. 70
Low Fuel .................................. 68
Low Oil Pressure .............. 65, 465
Low Tire Pressure/

TPMS ............................ 71, 390
Maintenance Minder ............... 411
Malfunction Indicator

Lamp ............................. 65, 466
Passenger Airbag Off ............... 33
Seat Belt Reminder ............. 20, 64
Security System ....................... 70

SH-AWD® ................................. 70
Side Airbag Off .................... 32, 66
SRS ..................................... 32, 65
System Message ...................... 72
TPMS/Tire Pressure

Monitor ......................... 71, 390

Turn Signal and Hazard

Warning ............................... 69
VSA Activation ......................... 69
VSA System ............................. 68
Individual Map Lights ................ 152
Infant Restraint ............................ 41
Infant Seats .................................. 41
Tether Anchorage Point ........... 51
Inflation, Proper Tire .................. 444
Recommended Pressures ....... 445
Inside Mirror ............................. 146
Inspection, Tire .......................... 445
Installing a Child Seat .................. 45
Instrument Panel .......................... 63
Instrument Panel Brightness ..... 120
Instruments and Controls ............. 61
Intercooler ................................. 439
Interface Dial ............................. 216
Interior Lights ............................ 151

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Index

Introduction ................................... i iPod Error Messages .......... 203, 269
iPod® ................................... 197, 260

Jack, Tire ................................... 455
Jacking up the Vehicle ............... 455
Jump Starting ............................. 461

Keyless Memory Settings .......... 133
Keys ........................................... 122

Label, Certification ..................... 478
Lane Change, Signaling ............. 116
Lap/Shoulder Belt ................. 15, 21
LATCH Anchorage System .......... 46
Lights

Bulb Replacement ................... 431
Indicator ................................... 63

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Interior .................................... 151
Parking ................................... 116
Turn Signal ............................. 116
Load Limit ........................... 365, 397
LOCK (Ignition Key Position) .... 125
Locks

Anti-theft Steering Column ...... 125
Childproof Door ...................... 127
Fuel Fill Door .......................... 353
Glove Box ............................... 155
Lockout Prevention ................. 127
Power Door ............................. 126
Tailgate ................................... 128
Low Coolant Level ...................... 357
Low Fuel Indicator ....................... 68
Low Oil Pressure

Indicator ........................... 65, 465

Low Tire Pressure/TPMS

Indicator ........................... 71, 390
Lower Anchors ............................. 46
Lubricant Specifications Chart ... 480
Luggage, Storing (cargo) ........... 364

Maintenance .............................. 409
Main Items and Sub Items ...... 415
Minder .................................... 411
Owner's Maintenance

Checks ................................ 417
Safety ...................................... 410
Schedule ................................. 418

Malfunction Indicator

Lamp ................................ 65, 466
Memory, Driving Position .......... 148
Meters, Gauges ............................ 73
Methanol in Gasoline ................. 352
Mirrors, Adjusting ...................... 146
Modifications ............................. 363
Modifying Your Vehicle ............. 363
Moonroof ................................... 144
Multi-Information Display ............ 74

Neutral Gear Position ................. 377
New Vehicle Break-in ................. 352
NOTICE, Explanation of ................ i

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Numbers, Identification ............. 478

Owner's Maintenance Checks .... 417
Oxygenated Fuels ...................... 352

Octane Requirement,

Gasoline ................................. 352
Odometer ..................................... 76
Odometer, Trip ............................ 76
Off-Highway Driving

Guidelines .............................. 405
Off-Road Precautions .................. 405
Oil

Change, How to ...................... 422
Change, When to .................... 411
Checking Engine .................... 356
Life, Engine ............................. 411
Pressure Indicator ............. 65, 465
Selecting Proper Viscosity

Chart ................................... 420
ON (Ignition Key Position) ........ 125
Onboard Refueling Vapor

Recovery ................................ 488
Outside Mirrors ......................... 146
Outside Temperature ................... 76
Overheating, Engine .................. 463

Panel Brightness Control ........... 120
Park Gear Position ..................... 377
Parking ...................................... 386
Parking Brake ............................ 150
Parking Brake and Brake System

Indicator ................................. 467
Parking Lights ........................... 116
Parking Over Things that

Burn ................................ 386, 489
Passenger Airbag Off Indicator .... 33
PGM-FI System .......................... 488
Playing a USB Flash Memory

Device ............................. 204, 270
Playing an iPod ................... 197, 260
Playing the FM/AM

Radio ............................... 174, 217
Playing the XM® Radio ........ 179, 228
Pollen Filter ............................... 439
Power Door Locks ..................... 126
Power Seat Adjustments ............ 134

Index

Power Socket Locations ............. 157
Power Steering Fluid ................. 430
Power Windows ......................... 142
Pregnancy, Using Seat Belts ........ 18
Preparing to Drive ...................... 373
Proper Seat Belt Usage ................ 15
Protecting Adults and Teens ........ 12
Additional Safety Precautions ... 19
Advice for Pregnant Women .... 18
Protecting Children ...................... 36
General Guidelines .................. 36
Protecting Infants ..................... 41
Protecting Larger Children ...... 53
Protecting Small Children ........ 42
Using Child Seats with

Tethers ................................. 51
Using LATCH .......................... 46

Radiator Overheating ................. 463
Radio Theft Protection ............... 292
Radio/CD Sound System ........... 172
Readiness Codes ........................ 490

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Index

Rear Lights, Bulb

Replacement ........................... 433
Rear Seat Folding Down ............. 138
Rear Window Defogger .............. 121
Rear Window Wiper and

Washer ................................... 115
Rearview Mirror ......................... 146
Rearview Mirror with Rearview

Camera Display ...................... 348
Reclining the Seat Backs ............ 134
Refueling .................................... 353
Reminder Indicators ..................... 64
Remote Audio Controls .............. 289
Remote Transmitter ................... 130
Replacement Information

Dust and Pollen Filter ............. 439
Engine Oil and Filter ............... 422
Fuses ...................................... 469
Light Bulbs ............................. 431
Schedule ................................. 418
Spark Plugs ............................. 480
Tires ....................................... 447
Wiper Blades .......................... 440

Replacing Seat Belts After a

Crash ........................................ 23

Reporting Safety Defects (U.S.

only) ....................................... 496
Required Engine Oil .................. 420
Reserve Tank, Engine

Coolant ............................ 357, 424
Restraint, Child ............................ 36
Reverse Gear Position ................ 377
Reverse Tilt Door Mirror ........... 147
Rotation, Tire ............................. 447

Safety Belts .............................. 9, 20
Safety Defects, Reporting (U.S.

only) ....................................... 496
Safety Features .............................. 8
Airbags ............................... 10, 24
Door Locks .............................. 12
Head Restraints ........................ 15
Seat Belts ........................ 9, 15, 20
Seats & Seat-Backs .............. 13, 14
Safety Labels, Location of ............. 58
Safety Messages .......................... iii Seat Belts ................................. 9, 20
Additional Information ............. 20

Advice for Pregnant Women .... 18
Automatic Seat Belt

Tensioners ........................... 22
Cleaning .................................. 438
Lap/Shoulder Belt .............. 15, 21
Maintenance ............................ 23
Reminder Indicator and

Beeper ............................. 20, 64
System Components ................ 20
Use During Pregnancy ............. 18
Wearing a Lap/Shoulder

Belt .................................. 15, 21
Seats .......................................... 134
Armrest ................................... 138
Head Restraints ....................... 135
Heaters ................................... 141
Position Memory .................... 148
Seats, Adjusting the ................... 134
Security System ......................... 294
Security System Indicator ............ 70
Sensors

Driver's Seat Position Sensor ... 28
Front Passenger's Weight

Sensors ................................ 28
Impact Sensors ........................ 24
Serial Number ............................ 478

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Index

Service Intervals ......................... 411
Service Station Procedures ........ 353
Setting the Clock ........................ 293
SH-AWD® ................................... 384
Indicator ................................... 70
Torque Distribution Monitor ... 384
Shift Lever Position Indicators ... 376
Shift Lock Release ...................... 379
Shifting the Automatic

Transmission .......................... 376
Side Airbags ................................. 30

How the Side Airbag Off

Indicator Works ................... 32
How Your Side Airbags Work .. 30
Side Curtain Airbags .................... 31

How Your Side Curtain Airbags

Work .................................... 31

Side Marker Lights, Bulb

Replacement in ....................... 432
Signaling Turns ............................ 69
Snow Tires ................................. 448
Sound System ..................... 172, 216
Spare Tire .................................. 454
Inflating ........................... 444, 454
Specifications .......................... 481
Spark Plugs ................................ 480

Specifications ............................. 480
Speed Control ............................ 300
Speed Limiter ............................. 378
Speedometer ................................ 73
SRS Indicator ......................... 32, 65
SRS, Additional Information ......... 24
Additional Safety Precautions ... 35
Airbag Service .......................... 34
Airbag System Components ..... 24
How the Side Airbag Off

Indicator Works ................... 32
How the SRS Indicator Works .. 32
How Your Front Airbags

Work .................................... 26
How Your Side Airbags Work .. 30
How Your Side Curtain Airbags

Work .................................... 31

START (Ignition Key

Position) ................................. 125
Starting the Engine .................... 374
Auto Control Mode ................. 375
In Cold Weather at High

Altitude ................................ 374
With a Dead Battery ................ 461
State Emissions Testing ............. 490
Steam Coming from Engine ....... 463

Steering Wheel

Adjustments ............................ 122
Anti-theft Column Lock ........... 125
Buttons ........................... 289, 300
Position Memory .................... 148
Stereo Sound System .......... 172, 216
Storing Your Vehicle .................. 452
Sun Visor ................................... 157
Super Handling-All Wheel Drive™

(SH-AWD®) System ................ 384

Supplemental Restraint

System ............................ 10, 24
Servicing .................................. 34
SRS Indicator ...................... 32, 65
System Components ................ 24
System Messages ........................ 79

Tachometer .................................. 73
Tailgate ...................................... 128
Open Monitor .......................... 12
Opening the ............................ 128
Taillights, Changing Bulbs in ..... 433

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Index

Taking Care of the

Unexpected ............................ 453

Technical Descriptions

DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S.

Vehicles) ............................. 482
Emissions Control Systems ..... 487
Three Way Catalytic

Converter ............................ 489
Tire Labeling ........................... 484
Tire Pressure Monitoring System

(TPMS) － Required Federal

Explanation ...................... 485
Temperature, Outside .................. 76
Tensioners, Seat Belts .................. 22
Tether Anchorage Points ............. 51
Theft Protection, Radio .............. 292
Three Way Catalytic

Converter ............................... 489

Tilt/Telescopic Steering

Wheel ..................................... 122
Time, Setting the ........................ 293
Tire Chains ................................ 449
Tire Information ......................... 484
Tire Labeling .............................. 484

Tire Pressure Monitoring System

(TPMS) ....................... 390, 485
Low Tire Pressure Indicator ..... 71
Tire Pressure Monitor ....... 78, 391
Tire, How to Change a Flat ........ 455
Tires .......................................... 444
Air Pressure ............................ 445
Chains ..................................... 449
Checking Wear ....................... 445
Compact Spare ........................ 454
DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S.

Vehicles) ............................. 482
Inflation ................................... 444
Inspection ............................... 445
Labeling .................................. 484
Maintenance ........................... 446
Pressure Monitoring System ... 390
Replacing ................................ 447
Rotating .................................. 447
Snow ....................................... 448
Specifications .......................... 481
To Play the Radio ....................... 174
Tools, Tire Changing ................. 455
Towing

A Trailer .................................. 397
Emergency Wrecker ............... 475

Equipment and Accessories .... 399
Trailer Towing Tips ................. 401
Weight Limit ........................... 397

TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitoring

System) .............................. 390

Required Federal

Explanation ......................... 485

Transmission

Checking Fluid Level .............. 427
Fluid Selection ........................ 427
Identification Number ............. 478
Shifting the Automatic ............. 376
Treadwear .................................. 482
Trip Meter ................................... 76
Turbo Boost Meter ...................... 73
Turn Signals ................................. 69
Turn Signals and Headlights ...... 116

Unexpected, Taking Care of

the .......................................... 453

Uniform Tire Quality Grading

(U.S. only) .............................. 482
Unleaded Gasoline ..................... 352

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USB Flash Memory Device Error

Messages ........................ 211, 279
Used Oil, How to Dispose of ...... 423

Vanity Mirror ............................. 158
Vehicle Capacity Load ................ 365
Vehicle Dimensions ................... 480
Vehicle Identification Number ... 478
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA)

System ................................ 395
VSA Activation Indicator .......... 69
VSA System Indicator .............. 68
Vehicle Storage .......................... 452
VIN ............................................ 478
Viscosity, Oil .............................. 420

Warning Labels, Location of ......... 58
WARNING, Explanation of ........... iii Warranty Coverages (U.S.

only) ....................................... 495

Washer, Windshield

Checking the Fluid Level ........ 426
Operation ................................ 114
Wheels ....................................... 443
Adjusting the Steering ............. 122
Alignment and Balance ........... 447
Compact Spare ........................ 454
Wrench, Nut ........................... 455

Windows

Auto Reverse ........................... 143
Operating the Power ............... 142
Rear, Defogger ........................ 121

Windshield

Cleaning .................................. 114
Defroster ................................. 167
Washers .......................... 114, 426

Wipers, Windshield

Changing Blades ..................... 440
Operation ................................ 114
Rear Windshield Wiper and

Washer ................................ 115
Worn Tires ................................. 445
Wrecker, Emergency Towing .... 475

Index

XM® Radio .......................... 179, 228

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Service Information Summary

Gasoline: Premium unleaded gasoline, pump octane number of 91 or higher.

Avoid driving with an extremely low fuel level. Running out of fuel could cause the engine to misfire, damaging the catalytic converter.

Fuel Tank Capacity: 18.0 US gal (68 L)

Required Engine Oil; Always use Mobil 1® 5W-30 or an equivalent oil that meets the Acura HTO-06 standard. Oil change capacity (including filter):

5.0 US qt (4.7 L)

Automatic Transmission Fluid: Acura ATF-Z1
(automatic transmission fluid) (see page 427). OnmodelswithSH-AWD Rear Differential Fluid: Use Acura ATF-Z1
(automatic transmission fluid) only. Capacity:

SH-AWD differential case 2.67 US qt (2.53 L)

OnmodelswithSH-AWD Transfer Assembly Fluid: SAE 90 or SAE 80W-90 viscosity hypoid gear oil, API service classified GL4 or GL5 only.

Power Steering Fluid: Acura Power Steering Fluid preferred, or another brand of power steering fluid as a temporary replacement. Do not use ATF (see page 430). Brake Fluid: Honda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3 preferred, or a DOT 3 or DOT 4 brake fluid as a temporary replacement (see page 429). Tire Pressure (measured cold): Front/Rear: 32 psi (220 kPa , 2.2 kgf/cm2) Spare Tire Pressure: 60 psi (420 kPa , 4.2 kgf/cm2)

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Owner's Identification

OWNER _________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________

ADDRESS _______________________________________________________

STREET

_________________________________ _________________________________ ___________________

CITY

STATE/PROVINCE/TERRITORY

ZIP CODE/

POSTAL CODE

V. I. N. ___________________________________________________________ DELIVERY DATE __________________________________________________

(Date sold to original retail purchaser)

DEALER NAME ___________________ DEALER NO. ___________________ ADDRESS _______________________________________________________

STREET

_________________________________ _________________________________ ___________________

CITY

STATE/PROVINCE/TERRITORY

ZIP CODE/

POSTAL CODE

OWNER'S SIGNATURE ___________________________________________ DEALER'S SIGNATURE ___________________________________________

This owner's manual should be considered a permanent part of the vehicle and should remain with the vehicle when it is sold.

This owner's manual covers all models of the Acura RDX. You may find descriptions of equipment and features that are not on your particular vehicle.

The information and specifications included in this publication were in effect at the time of approval for printing. Honda Motor Co., Ltd. reserves the right, however, to discontinue or change specifications or design at any time without notice and without incurring any obligation whatsoever.

POUR CLIENTS CANADIEN AVIS IMPORTANT: Si vous avez besoin d'un Manuel du Conducteur en français, veuillez demander à votre concessionnaire de commander le numéro de pièce 33STKC30

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