2008 Acura RDX ABS

Replace your tires with radial tires of
the same size, load range, speed
rating, and maximum cold tire
pressure rating (as shown on the
tire’s sidewall).
Mixing radial and bias-ply tires on
your vehicle can reduce braking
ability, traction, and steering
accuracy. Using tires of a dif f erent
size or construction can cause the
ABS and vehicle stability assist
system (VSA) to work inconsistently.It is best to replace all f our tires at
thesametime.If thatisnotpossible
or necessary, replace the two f ront
tires or two rear tires as a pair.
Replacing just one tire can seriously
af f ect your vehicle’s handling.
To help increase tire lif e and
distribute wear more evenly, rotate
the tires according to the
maintenance messages displayed on
the multi-information display. Move
the tires to the positions shown in
the illustration each time they are
rotated. If you purchase directional
tires, rotate only front-to-back. The ABS and VSA system work by
comparing the speed of the wheels.
When replacing tires, use the same
size originally supplied with the
vehicle. Tire size and construction
can af f ect wheel speed and may
cause the ABS or VSA system to
activate.If you ever replace a wheel, make
sure that the wheel’s specif ications
match those of the original wheels.
Also be sure you use only TPMS
specif ic wheels. If you do not, the
tire pressure monitoring system will
not work.
Replacement wheels are available at
your dealer.
Tires
T ire Rotation Replacing T ires and Wheels
Maint enance
363
Front Front
(For Non-directional
Tires and Wheels) (For Directional
Tires and Wheels)
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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 f ully release the parking
brake.
If the brake system indicator (red)
comes on while driving, the brake
f luid level is probably low. Press
lightly on the brake pedal to see if it
f eels normal. If it does, check the
brake f luid level the next time you
stop at a service station (see page). If the f luid level is low, take your
vehicle to a dealer, and have the
brake system inspected f or leaks or
worn brake pads.
However, if the brake pedal does not
f eel 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 f eel the brake
pedal go down much f arther bef ore
the vehicle begins to slow down, and
you will have to press harder on the
pedal.
Slow down by shif ting to a lower
gear, and pull to the side of the road
when it is saf e. 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 ).
You will also see a ‘‘BRAKE FLUID
LOW’’ message on the multi-
inf ormation display (see page ). You will also see a ‘‘CHECK BRAKE
SYSTEM’’ message on the multi-
inf ormation display (see page ).If you must drive the vehicle a short
distance in this condition, drive
slowly and caref ully.
If the ABS indicator and the VSA
system indicator come on with the
brake system indicator, have your
vehicle inspected by your dealer
immediately.
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Brake System Indicator
Brake System Indicator (Red)
Emergency
Towing
T aking Care of t he Unexpect ed
383
Canada
U. S.
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The vehicle’s f uses are contained in
threefuseboxes.The primary under-hood f use box is
in the engine compartment on the
driver’s side. To open it, push the
tabs as shown.
The interior f use box is on the
driver’s lower lef t side. The secondary under-hood f use box
is next to the battery. To open it,
pushthetabsasshown.
Fuses
T aking Care of t he Unexpect ed
385
INTERIOR
FUSE
LABEL TAB
UNDER-HOOD (PRIMARY) UNDER-HOOD (SECONDARY)
TAB
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µ
µ
µ
No. No. Circuits ProtectedNo. Circuits Protected
Circuits Protected
Amps. Amps. Amps.
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15 RR Wiper
OPDS
Meter
SRS
Right Headlight High
Left Headlight High
Small Lights (Interior)
Small Lights (Exterior) 16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
31
32
33
34
35
36
37
38Right Headlight Low
Left Headlight Low
Headlight High Main
Small Lights Main
TPMS
Headlight Low Main
Not Used
Not Used
Moonroof
Door Lock
Driver’s Power Window
Not Used
Accessory Socket (Console
Compartment)
BACC
Passenger’s Power Window
Radio Amplifier
Right Rear Power Window
Left Rear Power Window
Not Used
Radio
HAC
Daytime Running Light
FR Wiper
SH-AWD
Fuel Pump
ACG
ABS/VSA
Heated Seat
FR Fog Lights
Driver’s Power Seat Lumbar
Support
7.5 A
20 A
15 A
7.5 A 15 A
20 A
7.5 A 10 A
7.5 A
7.5 A 10 A
10 A
10 A
7.5 A 15 A 15 A
15 A
20 A
20 A
7.5 A 30 A
20 A
20 A
20 A
15 A
15 A
20 A
20 A
20 A
20 A
7.5 A 10 A
7.5 A 30 A
Fuse Locations
T aking Care of t he Unexpect ed
389
INTERIOR FUSE BOX
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No. No.
No. Circuits Protected Circuits Protected Circuits Protected
Amps.
Amps.
Amps.
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10 11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
1 Electric Vacuum Pump Main Fuse
SH-AWD
Option Main
Ignition Switch Main
ABS/VSA Fail Safe
ABS/VSA Motor
Headlight Main
Power Window Main
Not Used
Main Fan Motor
Sub Fan Motor
Rear Defogger
Blower
Hazard
LAF
Stop & Horn
Power Seat (Recline)
Power Seat (Slide)
IGPS Oil Level
Not Used
Electric Vacuum Pump
IG Coil
FI Main
MG Clutch
DBW
Interior Light
Back Up
15 A
15 A
20 A
20 A
7.5 A
15 A
15 A
15 A
7.5 A 15 A
7.5 A 10 A
7.5 A
100 A
30 A
80 A
50 A
20 A
40 A
50 A
40 A
30 A
30 A
30 A
40 A
15 A
Fuse Locations
390
Primary Fuse Box
Secondary Fuse Box
UNDER-HOOD FUSE BOXES
PRIMARY
SECONDARY
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CONT INUED
....................................
Accessories .281
ACCESSORY (Ignition Key
.....................................
Position) .122
............
Accessory Power Sockets .155
................
Active Head Restraints .135
......................................
AcuraLink .237
....................
Additives, Engine Oil .337
.......................
Additives, Gasoline .272
.............
Adjusting the Sound .186,217
.....
Adjusting the Steering Wheel .119
........
Adjust Outside Temperature .74
......
Adjust Outside Temp. Display .89
...........................
Advanced Airbags .27
...............................
Airbag (SRS) .9,23
..............
Air Conditioning System .160
.........................................
Usage .161
.......................
Air Pressure, Tires .361
......................................
Antif reeze .340
Anti-lock Brakes (ABS)
...............................
Indicator .64,305
...................................
Operation .305
..............
Anti-thef t, Audio System .232
Anti-thef t Steering Column
............................................
Lock .122 ........................................
Armrests .136
..............................
Audio Antenna .355
................................
Audio System .168
............................
Auto Door Lock .101
.........................
Auto Door Unlock .109
.
Automatic Lighting Off Feature .115
...
Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners .21
..............
Automatic Transmission .293
..........................
Capacity, Fluid .396
...............
Checking Fluid Level .343
Driving with the Paddle
...................................
Shif ters .297
.......................................
Shif ting .293
Shif t Lever Position
...............................
Indicators .293
................
Shif t Lever Positions .294
....................
Shif t Lock Release .296
......................
Auxiliary Input Jack .220
Battery
Charging System ...........................
Indicator .63,381
............................
Jump Starting .377
..............................
Maintenance .366 ............................
Specif ications .397
..............................
Bef ore Driving .271
....................................
Belts,Seat.8,19
.........................
Beverage Holders .154
.......
Bluetooth
HandsFreeLink.252
..................................
Booster Seats .53
Brakes
...........
Anti-lock System (ABS) .305
.............
Break-in, New Linings .272
....................
Bulb Replacement .350
...........................................
Fluid .345
.......................................
Parking .148
......
System Indicator (Red) .65,383
System Indicator
...........................
(Amber) .65,384
..........................
System Design .304
........................
Wear Indicators .304
.............................
Braking System .304
.................
Break-in, New Vehicle .272
Brightness Control,
...............................
Instruments .117
......................
Brights, Headlights .114
Index
A
B
INDEX
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CONT INUED
GaugesEngine Coolant .....................
Temperature .73,76
...............................................
Fuel .71
.................................
Tachometer .71
.....................
Turbo Boost Meter .71
...............................
Speedometer .71
............
Gearshif t Lever Positions .293
......................................
Glove Box .153
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating
.....................................
(GVWR) .315
.............
Halogen Headlight Bulbs .347
..................................
Hanger Bars .287
......
HandsFreeLink
, Bluetooth.252
............
Hazard Warning Flashers .118
Headlights
........................................
Aiming .347
.........
Daytime Running Lights .116
..................
High Beam Indicator .67
High-Intensity Discharge
......................................
Lamp .347
.........................
Reminder Tone .114
........
Replacing Halogen Bulbs .347 .................................
Turning on .114
.............
Headlight Auto Of f Timer .98
............................
Head Restraints .133
.............................
Heated Mirrors .145
.................................
Heaters, Seat .139
..........................
High Beam Lever .114
HomeLink
Universal
................................
Transceiver .247
.......................
Hood, Opening the .275
...........................................
Horn.4,111
...
Identif ication Number, Vehicle .394
Ignition
............................................
Keys .119
.........................................
Switch .122
............
Timing Control System .404
......................
Immobilizer System .121
.........
Important Safety Precautions .6
Indicators
......
ABS (Anti-Lock Brake) .64,305
.......................
A/T Temperature .63
...................
Brake (Amber) .65,385
.........................
Brake (Red) .65,383
................
Charging System .63,381 .............................
Cruise Control .67
.................................
Cruise Main .67
.....................................
Fog Light .68
...................................
High Beam .67
........
Key (Immobilizer System) .64
......................................
Low Fuel .66
................
Low Oil Pressure .63,381
.....................................
Lights On .68
Low Tire Pressure/
...............................
TPMS .69,307
..................
Maintenance Minder .70
.....
Malf unction Indicator Lamp .63
.................
Passenger Airbag Of f .32
..................
Security System .68,233
......................................
SH-AWD .68
.....................
Side Airbag Of f .31,64
.........................................
SRS .31,63
.........................
System Message .70
.
TPMS, Low Tire Pressure .69,307
Turn Signal and Hazard
...................................
Warning .67
VSA (Vehicle Stability ..............................
Assist) .66,312
....................
VSA Activation .67,312
Index
INDEX
H I
V
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