2007 Acura RDX towing

Look for any obvious coolant leaks,
such as a split radiator hose.
Everything is still extremely hot,
so use caution. If you find a leak, it
must be repaired before you
continue driving (see
on page ).
If you don’t find an obvious leak,
check the coolant level in the
radiator reserve tank (see page
). Using gloves or a large heavy
cloth, turn the radiator cap
counterclockwise, without pushing
down, to the first stop. After the
pressure releases, push down on
the cap, and turn it until it comes
off.
If
there was no coolant in the
reserve tank, you may need to add
coolant to the radiator. Let the
engine cool down until the reading
reaches the middle of the
temperature gauge or lower
befo re checking the radiato r. Start
the engine, and set the
temperature to maximum heat
(climate control to AUTO at
‘‘ ’’). Add coolant to the
radiator up to the base of the filler
neck. If you do not have the
proper coolant mixture available,
you can add plain water.
Remember to have the cooling
system drained and refilled with
the proper mixture as soon as you
can.
If the temperature stays normal,
check the coolant level in the
radiator reserve tank. If it has
gone down, add coolant to the
MAX mark. Put the cap back on
tightly. Put the radiator cap back on
tightly. Run the engine, and watch
the temperature gauge. If it goes
back to the H mark, the engine
needs repair (see on page ).
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Emergency
Towing
Emergency
Towing
If theEngineOverheats
392
Removing the radiator cap
while the engine is hot can
cause the coolant to spray out,
seriously scalding you.
Always let the engine and
radiator cool down before
removing the radiator cap.
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The brake system indicator (red)
normallycomesonwhenyouturn
the ignition switch to the ON (II)
position, and as a reminder to check
the parking brake. It will stay on if
you do not fully release the parking
brake.
If the brake system indicator (red)
comes on while driving, the brake
fluid level is probably low. Press
lightly on the brake pedal to see if it
feels normal. If it does, check the
brake fluid level the next time you
stop at a service station (see page
). If
the fluid level is low, take your
vehicle to a dealer, and have the
brake system inspected for leaks or
worn brake pads.
However, if the brake pedal does not
feel normal, you should take
immediate action. A problem in one
part of the system’s dual circuit
design will still give you braking at
two wheels. You will feel the brake
pedal go down much farther before
the vehicle begins to slow down, and
you will have to press harder on the
pedal.
You will also see a ‘‘BRAKE FLUID
LOW’’ message on the multi-
info rmation display (see page ).You
will also see a ‘‘CHECK BRAKE
SYSTEM’’ message on the multi-
info rmation display (see page ).Slow
down by shifting to a lower
gear, and pull to the side of the road
when it is safe. Because of the long
distance needed to stop, it is
hazardous to drive the vehicle. You
should have it towed, and repaired as
soon as possible (see on page ).
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Brake System Indicator
Brake System Indicator (Red)
Emergency
Towing
T aking Care of t he Unexpect ed
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The operator will load
your vehicle on the back of a truck.
Any other method of towing will
damage the drive system. When you
contact the towing agency, inf orm
them a f lat-bed is required. If your vehicle needs to be towed,
call a prof essional towing service or
organization. Never tow your vehicle
with just a rope or chain. It is very
dangerous.
The only way you can saf ely tow
your vehicle is with f lat-bed
equipment.
Emergency Towing
T aking Care of t he Unexpect ed
403
Towing with only two tires on the
ground will damage parts of the
all-wheel-drive system. Your vehicle
should be transported on a f lat-bed
truck or trailer.
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Emergencies .381
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Battery, Jump Starting . 389
Brake System Indicator ......................................
(Red) .395
Brake System Indicator .................................
(Amber) .396
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Changing a Flat Tire . 383
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Charging System Indicator . 393
..................
Checking the Fuses . 398
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Hazard Warning Flashers . 125
............................
Jump Starting .389
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Low Oil Pressure Indicator . 393
...
Malf unction Indicator Lamp . 394
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Overheated Engine . 391
............................
Tailgate Open .139
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Emergency Towing . 403
.........................
Emergency Brake .157
....................
Emergency Flashers .125
.......................
Emissions Controls .415
.............
Emissions Testing, State . 418
Engine ............
Adding Engine Coolant . 351
Coolant Temperature .................................
Gauge . 78, 83
.........................
If It Won’t Start .387 Malf unction Indicator
................................
Lamp . 65, 394
.........................
Oil Lif e Display .330
........
Oil Pressure Indicator . 65, 393
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Oil, What Kind to Use . 347
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Overheating .391
............................
Specif ications .408
............................
Speed Limiter .297
.......................................
Starting .294
.
Evaporative Emissions Controls . 415
...............................
Exhaust Fumes .58
Expectant Mothers, Use of Seat ........................................
Belts by .18
...................................
Fan, Interior .172
.........................................
Features .169
....................
Filling the Fuel Tank . 279
Filters .........................
Dust and Pollen .367
...............................................
Oil .349
...........
Flashers, Hazard Warning . 125
...................
Flat Tire, Changing a . 383
Fluids ..........
Automatic Transmission . 355..........................................
Brake .357
..........................
Power Steering .358
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Windshield Washer . 353
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Folding Rear Seat Down . 147
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Four-way Flashers .125
Front Airbags ............................
Driver’s Side .9 ,26
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Passenger’s Side . 9, 34
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Front Door Pockets .162
Front Seat .........
Adjusting (Driver’s Side) . 144
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Adjusting (Passenger’s Side) . 145
.......................................
Heaters .150
.................................................
Fuel .278
.....................
AVG. Fuel A/B . 77, 82
........
Check Fuel Cap Message . 280
......................
Fill Door and Cap .279
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Low Fuel Indicator .69
...........................................
Gauge .75
...................................
INST. Fuel .82
................
Octane Requirement . 278
...............................
Oxygenated .279
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Tank, Ref ueling .279
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Tighten Fuel Cap Message . 281
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Fuel Economy .284
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Fuses, Checking the .398
Index
F
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Steering Wheel
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Buttons . 79, 237, 241, 258
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Storing Your Vehicle .380
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Sun Visor .164
Supplemental Restraint ..................................
System .9,24
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Servicing .35
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SRS Indicator . 33, 66
...................
System Components . 24
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Synthetic Oil .347
Tailgate ......................
Open Indicator . 11, 12
...............................
Opening the .138
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Unlocking the Tailgate . 139
..
Taillights, Changing Bulbs . 361, 362
.
Taking Care of the Unexpected . 381
Technical Descriptions ....
DOT Tire Quality Grading . 410
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Emissions Control Systems . 415
..........
State Emissions Testing . 418
Three Way Catalytic ...............................
Converter .416
.............................
Tire Labeling .412 Tire Pressure Monitoring
System (TPMS) Required .........
Federal Explanation . 413
.................
Te mperature Gauge . 78, 83
..............
Temperature, Outside . 77, 81
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Tether Anchorage Points . 52
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Thef t Protection, Radio . 239
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Three Way Catalytic Converter . 417
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Tilt the Steering Wheel . 126
..........................
Time, Setting the .198
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Tire Chains .377
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Tire, How to Change a Flat . 383
.........................
Tire Inf ormation .410
...............................................
Tires .372
..............................
Air Pressure .373
........................................
Chains .377
.........................
Checking Wear .374
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DOT Tire Quality Grading . 410
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Inf lation .372
..................................
Inspection .374
.....................................
Labeling .412
Low Tire Pressure ...........................
Indicator . 73, 309
..............................
Maintenance .374
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Pressure Monitor .311
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Pressure Monitoring System . 309...................................
Replacing .375
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Rotating .375
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Snow .376
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Specif ications .409
...................
Tools, Tire Changing . 383
Towing .....................................
A Trailer .317
................
Emergency Wrecker . 403
....
Equipment and Accessories . 318
....................
Pre-Tow Checklist .321
.............................
Weight Limit .317
TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitoring ..................................
System) .309
...............................
Indicator . 73, 310
Required Federal ............................
Explanation .413
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Trailer Loading . 317, 318
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Trailer Towing Tips .322
Transmission Checking Fluid Level, ..............................
Automatic .355
...........................
Fluid Selection .356
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Identif ication Number . 407
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Shif ting the Automatic . 295
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Treadwear .374
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Trip Meter . 76, 81
Index
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Turbo Boost Meter .75
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Turn Signals .121
Unexpected, Taking Care ..........................................
of the .381
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Unif orm Tire Quality Grading . 410
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Unleaded Gasoline .278
.......
Used Oil, How to Dispose of . 350 ............
WARNING, Explanation of . iii
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Warning Labels, Location of . 59
..................
Warranty Coverages .423
Washers, Windshield ........
Checking the Fluid Level . 353
...................................
Operation .119
Wheels .............
Adjusting the Steering . 126
............
Alignment and Balance . 374
..............................
Wrench, Nut .384
Windows .............................
Auto Reverse .152
................
Operating the Power . 151
.........................
Rear, Def ogger .125
Windshield .....................................
Cleaning .119
...................................
Def roster .173
.....................................
Washers .353
Wipers, Windshield .......................
Changing Blades .368
...................................
Operation .119
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Worn Tires .374
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Wrecker, Emergency Towing . 403
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Vehicle Capacity Load . 288
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Vehicle Dimensions .408
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Vehicle Identif ication Number . 406
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA) ....................................
System .315
.......................
Indicators . 69, 70, 315
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Vehicle Storage .380
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Ventilation . 173, 174
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VIN .406
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Viscosity, Oil .348 :U.S.only
Index
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