2012 Acura RDX Owner's Manual

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Acura RDX 2012  Owners Manual Do not use engine antifreeze or a
vinegar/water solution in the
windshield washer reservoir. Antifreeze
can damage your vehicles paint, while
a vinegar/water solution can damage
the windshield washer

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Acura RDX 2012  Owners Manual 3. Insert the dipstick all the way intothe transmission securely as
shown in the illustration.
4. Remove the dipstick and check the fluid level. It should be between
the upper and lower marks.
5. If t

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Acura RDX 2012  Owners Manual Check the fluid level in the brake
fluid reservoir monthly.
Independent of the Maintenance
Minder information, replace the
brake fluid every 3 years.Always use Honda Heavy Duty
Brake Fluid DOT 3. If i

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Acura RDX 2012  Owners Manual Check the level on the side of the
reservoir when the engine is cold.
The fluid should be between the
UPPER LEVEL and LOWER LEVEL.
If not, add power steering fluid to the
UPPER LEVEL.
Pour the fluid s

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Acura RDX 2012  Owners Manual Headlight Aiming
The headlights were properly aimed
when your vehicle was new. If you
regularly carry heavy items in the
cargo area or pull a trailer,
readjustment may be required.
Adjustments should

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Acura RDX 2012  Owners Manual Replacing a Front Turn Signal/
Parking Light Bulb1. Open the hood. Remove the socketfrom the headlight assembly by
turning it one-quarter turn
counterclockwise.
2. Remove the bulb from the socket by p

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Acura RDX 2012  Owners Manual 3. Install the socket back into theheadlight assembly. Turn it
clockwise to lock it in place.
4. Turn on the lights to make sure the new bulb is working. Replacing Rear Bulbs
(in Tailgate)
1. Open the

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Acura RDX 2012  Owners Manual 5. Turn on the lights to make surethe new bulb is working.
6. Reinstall the socket into the light assembly by turning it clockwise
until it locks.
7. Reinstall the light assembly cover. Replacing Rear