2013 Acura RDX washer fluid

9Quick Reference Guide
Controls
(P 95)
Clock
(P 96)
a
Press and hold the CLOCK (AUX)
button until Adjust Clock appears.
b
Press Preset
(4
(Hour) or
(5
(Minute)
to set the time.
c
Press the CLOCK button again to set
the time.
To set the time to the nearest hour: Press
and hold the CLOCK button until Adjust
Clock appears, then press the
(6
(Reset)
button.
Depending on the displayed time, the clock
sets forward or backward.
Example:
1:06 will reset to 1:00
1:53 will reset to 2:00
The navigation system receives signals from
GPS satellites, updating the clock
automatically.
Models without navigation systemModels with navigation system
ENGINE START/STOP
Button
(P 119)
Press the button to changes the vehicle's
power mode.
Turn Signals
(P 122)
Turn Signal Control Lever
Right
Left
Lights
(P 122)
Wipers and Washers
(P 126)
Light Control Switches
Low Beam High Beam
FlashingWiper/Washer Control Lever Adjustment Ring: Long Delay
: Short Delay
MIST
OFF
INT : Low speed with intermittent
LO : Low speed wipe
HI : High speed wipe Pull toward
you to spray
washer fluid.
*
Not available on all models

16Quick Reference Guide
Maintenance
(P 267)
Under the Hood
(P 275)
● Check engine oil, engine coolant, and windshield washer
fluid. Add when necessary.
● Check brake fluid.
● Check the battery condition monthly.
a
Pull the hood release handle under the corner of the
dashboard.
b
Locate the hood latch lever, pull the lever up, and lift up
the hood.
c
When finished, close the hood and make sure it is firmly
locked in place.
Lights
(P 287)
● Inspect all lights regularly.
Wiper Blades
(P 297)
● Replace blades if they leave streaks
across the windshield.
Tires
(P 301)
● Inspect tires and wheels regularly.
● Check tire pressures regularly.
● Install snow tires for winter
driving.

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uuIndicators uMulti-Information Display Warning and Information Messages
Instrument Panel
Multi-Information Display Warning and Information MessagesThe following messages appear only on the multi-information display. Press the / (information) button to see the message agai n
with the system message indicator on.
Message
Condition
Explanation
●Appears when the fuel fill cap is loose or is not
installed.
2 Tighten Fuel Cap Message P. 334
●Appears when the washer fluid is low.
●Refill washer fluid.
2Refilling Window Washer Fluid P. 286
●Appears while you are customizing the settings and
the shift lever is moved out of
(P
.
2Customized Features P. 87
Canadian models

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uuOperating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel uWipers and Washers
Controls
Wipers and Washers
The windshield wipers and washers can be
used when the power mode is in ON.■
MIST
The wipers run at high speed until you release
the lever.
■
Wiper switch (OFF, INT, LO, HI)
Change the wiper switch setting according to
the amount of rain.
■
Adjusting the delay
Turn the adjustment ring to adjust the wiper
delay.
■
Washer
Sprays while you pull the lever toward you.
When you release the lever, the wipers make
two or three more sweeps before stopping.
■
Front Wiper/Washer
1 Wipers and Washers
NOTICEDo not use the wipers when the windshield is dry.
The windshield will get scratched, or the rubber
blades will get damaged.NOTICEIn cold weather, the blades may freeze to the
windshield, becoming stuck.
Operating the wipers in this condition may damage
the wipers. Use the defroster to warm the
windshield, then turn the wipers on.
If the vehicle speeds up while the wipers are
operating intermittently, the length of the wipe
interval shortens.
When the vehicle starts moving, the wipers make a
single sweep.
When the vehicle speeds up, the wiper operation’s
shortest delay setting ( ) and the LO setting become
the same.
Turn the washers off if no washer fluid comes out.
The pump may get damaged.
The wiper motor is equipped with a breaker that may
stop motor operation temporarily to prevent an
overload. Wiper operation will return to normal
within a few minutes, once the circuit has returned to
normal.
Intermittent Time
Adjustment Ring
a
MIST
c
INT
: Low speed with intermittent
b
OFF
d
LO
: Low speed wipe
e
HI : High speed wipe Pull to
use
washer.
a
b
c
d
e
Long delay
Short delay

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Maintenance
This chapter discusses basic maintenance.
Before Performing MaintenanceInspection and Maintenance ............ 268Safety When Performing Maintenance..... 269Parts and Fluids Used in Maintenance Service ........................................... 270
Maintenance Minder
TM..................... 271
Maintenance Under the Hood
Maintenance Items Under the Hood ..... 275Opening the Hood ........................... 276
Recommended Engine Oil ...... .......... 277
Oil Check ......................................... 278
Adding Engine Oil ............................ 279Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter ..... 280
Engine Coolant ................................ 282
Transmission Fluid ............................ 284
Brake Fluid ....................................... 285
Refilling Window Washer Fluid......... 286
Replacing Light Bulbs ....................... 287Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades
.... 297
Checking and Maintaining Tires
Checking Tires ................................. 301Tire and Loading Information Label ...... 302Tire Labeling .................................... 302DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles)....... 304Wear Indicators................................ 306
Tire Service Life ................................ 306 Tire and Wheel Replacement ........... 307
Tire Rotation .................................... 308
Winter Tires ..................................... 309
Battery ............................................... 310
Remote Transmitter Care Replacing the Button Battery ........... 311
Climate Control System Maintenance
..... 312
Cleaning
Interior Care .................................... 313
Exterior Care.................................... 315

275Maintenance
Maintenance Under the HoodMaintenance Items Under the Hood
Brake Fluid
(Black Cap)
Engine Coolant
Reservoir
Radiator Cap
Washer Fluid
(Blue Cap)
Engine Oil Dipstick
(Orange Loop)
Engine Oil Fill Cap
Automatic
Transmission Fluid
Dipstick (Yellow Loop)Battery

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uuMaintenance Under the Hood uRefilling Window Washer Fluid
Maintenance
Refilling Window Washer FluidCheck the amount of window washer fluid using the 1/2 mark on the reservoir.
If the level is low, fill the washer reservoir.
If the washer fluid is low, a message appears on the multi-information display.
Pour the washer fluid carefully. Do not overflow the reservoir.
1 Refilling Window Washer Fluid
NOTICEDo not use engine antifreeze or a vinegar/water
solution in the windshield washer reservoir.
Antifreeze can damage your vehicle's paint. A
vinegar/water solution can damage the windshield
washer pump.
1/2 Mark
Models with washer level sensor

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Continued
Handling the Unexpected
FusesFuse LocationsIf any electrical devices are not working, set
the power mode to VEHICLE OFF (LOCK)
and check to see if any applicable fuse is
blown.
Fuse locations are shown on the fuse box
cover. Locate the fuse in question by the
fuse number and box cover number.
Located near the brake fluid reservoir. Push
the tabs to open the box.■
Engine Compartment Fuse Box
■
Circuit protected and fuse rating
Circuit Protected
Amps
1
EPS
70 A
Power Tailgate Motor
*
(40 A)
ABS/VSA FSR
20 A
ABS/VSA Motor
40 A
E-DPS
30 A
Main Fuse
120 A
2
ST CUT
50 A
Fuse Box Main 1 60 A
Fuse Box Main 2
60 A
IG Main 50 A
Headlight Washer
(30 A)
Sub Fan Motor 30 A Rear Defogger 40 A
Main Fan Motor 30 A Headlight Main 30 A Blower 40 A
3
Driver's Power Seat Sliding
20 A
Driver's Power Seat Reclining
20 A
Passenger's Power Seat Sliding
20 A
Passenger's Power Seat Reclining
20 A
4− −
5
STR Diagnosis Fuse
7.5 A
6− −
7
−
−
8− −
*1:Models with halogen low beam headlight bulbs
*2:Models with high voltage discharge tube
bulbs9
−
−
10 − −
11
Oil Level
7.5 A
12 Fog Lights
*
(20 A)
13
Power Tailgate Closer
*
(20 A)
14 Hazard 10 A
15
IGP2
15 A
16 IG Coil 15 A
17
Stop
10 A
18 Horn 10 A
19
ACM
10 A
20 Right Headlight Low Beam 10 A
*1
15 A
*2
21
MG Clutch
7.5 A
22 DBW 15 A
23
Left Headlight Low Beam
10 A
*1
15 A
*2
24ACC 10 A25
FI Main
(15 A)
26 Trailer (20 A)
27
Small
20 A
28 Interior Lights 7.5 A
29
Back Up
10 A
Circuit Protected
Amps
* Not available on all models