2015 Acura RDX overheating

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1 Lights/turn signals p. 33, 34
2 Brightness control p. 33
3 Wipers/washers p. 35
4 Cruise control p. 88
5 Horn
6 Voice recognition p. 67
7 Audio controls p. 45
8 Instrument panel p. 23
Multi-information display p. 26
9 INFO buttons p. 26
SEL/RESET button p. 26
10 Power window switches p. 31
Door lock switches p. 30
Door mirror controls p. 40
11 Hood release handle p. 105
12 Fuel fill door handle p. 90
13 Driving Position Memory System
(DPMS) buttons p. 41
14 Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA®) OFF
button p. 87
Power tailgate button* p. 29
15 ENGINE START/STOP button p. 83
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Quickly locate items in the vehicle’s interior.
1
45961012
7283
11
13
1415
*if equipped
Multi-View Rear Camera ................. 89
Refueling ............................................. 90
HANDLING THE UNEXPECTED ....91
Keyless Access Remote Battery
Strength ............................................... 91
Jump Starting ...................................... 91
Shift Lever Does Not Move .............. 92
Overheating ....................................... 93
Emergency Engine Stop ................... 94
Emergency Towing ............................ 94
Tire Pressure Monitoring System
(TPMS) .................................................. 95
Changing a Flat Tire .......................... 96
Fuse Locations ................................... 99
MAINTENANCE ............................ 102
Safety Precautions ........................... 102
Maintenance Minder™ .................... 103
Under the Hood ................................ 105
Engine Oil ......................................... 106
Engine Coolant ................................ 108
Transmission Fluid .......................... 109Window Washer Fluid ....................
109
Checking the Battery ....................... 110
Air Conditioning ............................... 110
Changing Wiper Blades .................... 111
Tire Information ............................... 112
Tire Labeling ...................................... 115
DOT Tire Quality Grading ............... 116
Tire Pressure Monitoring System
(TPMS) - Required Federal
Explanation ....................................... 118
Testing of Readiness Codes ............ 119
SPECIFICATIONS ......................... 120
CLIENT INFORMATION ............... 121
Frequently Asked Questions/
Troubleshooting ............................... 121
Contact Us ......................................... 122
Acura Total Luxury Care Roadside
Assistance .......................................... 123
Warranty Coverages ........................ 123
V OICE COMMAND INDEX ......... 124
INDEX ............................................. 131
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After the Engine Starts
Once your vehicle’s engine has started, remove the jumper cables in the following
order:
1. Disconnect the jumper cable from your engine hanger.
2. Disconnect the other end of the jumper cable from the assisting vehicle’s (-)
terminal.
3. Disconnect the jumper cable from your vehicle’s (+) terminal.
4. Disconnect the other end of the jumper cable from the assisting vehicle’s (+)
terminal.
5. Have your vehicle inspected by a nearby service station or a dealer.
Shift Lever Does Not Move
Follow the procedure below if you cannot move the shift lever out of Park (P).
1. Set the parking brake.
2. Remove the built-in key from the keyless access
remote.
3. Wrap a cloth around  the tip of a small  flat-tip 
screwdriver to remove the cover of the shift lock
release slot. Put  the tip of the  flat-tip screwdriver 
into the slot and remove it as shown in the image.
4. Insert the key into the shift lock release slot.
5. While pushing the key down, press the shift lever
release button and place the shift lever into
Neutral. The lock is now released. Have the shift
lever checked by a dealer as soon as possible.
Slot
Cover
Release button
Shift lock release slot
Overheating
If the temperature gauge needle is at the H mark, the engine suddenly loses power,
or steam or spray comes out from under the hood, your engine is oveheating.
1. Immediately park the vehicle in a safe place. Turn
off all accessories and turn on the hazard warning
lights.
2. If no steam or spray is present: Keep the engine
running and open the hood.
If steam or spray is present: Turn off the engine
and wait until it subsides. Then, open the hood.
3. Check that the cooling fan is operating and stop
the engine once the temperature gauge needle
comes down. If the cooling fan is not operating,
immediately stop the engine.
4. Once the engine has cooled down, inspect the coolant level and check the
cooling system components for leaks. If the coolant level in the reserve tank
is low, add coolant until it reaches the MAX mark. If there is no coolant in the
reserve tank, make sure the radiator is cool, then cover the radiator cap with a
heavy cloth and open the cap. If necessary, add coolant up to the base of the
filler neck, and put the cap back on.
Once the engine has cooled sufficiently, restart it and check the temperature
gauge. If the temperature needle has gone down, resume driving. If it has not gone
down, contact a dealer for repairs.
Steam and spray from an overheated engine can seriously scald you.
Do not open the hood if steam is coming out.
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.
WARNING
WARNING
Continuing to drive with the temperature gauge needle at the H mark may damage
the engine.
NOTICE
MAX MIN
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Tire Information
To safely operate your vehicle, your tires must be of the proper type and size, in
good condition  with adequate tread, and properly inflated.
Inflation Guidelines
•  Properly inflated  tires provide the best combination  of handling, tread life, and 
comfort. Refer to the driver’s doorjamb label or the specifications (see page
120) for the specified pressure.
•  Underinflated  tires wear unevenly, adversely affect handling and  fuel economy, 
and are more likely to fail from overheating.
•  Overinflated  tires make your vehicle ride harshly, are more prone  to road 
hazards, and wear unevenly.
•  Every day before you drive, look at each of the tires. If one looks lower than the
others, check the pressure with a tire gauge.
•  Measure the air pressure when tires are cold. This means the vehicle has been
parked for at least 3 hours, or driven less than 1 mile (1.6 km). If necessary, add
or release air until the specified pressure is reached. If checked when hot, tire
pressure can be as much as 4-6 psi (30-40 kPa, 0.3-0.5 kgf/cm
2) higher than
checked when cold.
•  At least once a month or before long trips, use a gauge to measure the pressure
in all tires, including the spare. Even tires in good condition can lose 1-2 psi
(10-20 kPa, 0.1-0.2 kgf/cm
2) per month.
Inspection Guidelines
Every  time you inflate  the tires, check  for the  following:
•  Any damage to tires, including bumps, bulges, cuts, splits, or cracks in the side
or tread. Remove any foreign objects and inspect for air leaks. Replace tires if
you see fabric or cord.
•  Uneven or excessive tread wear. Have a dealer check the wheel alignment.
•  Cracks or other damage around the valve stems.
Wear Indicators
The groove where the wear indicator is located is
1/16 inch (1.6 mm) shallower than elsewhere on the
tire. If the tread has worn so low that the indicator
is exposed, replace the tire. Worn out tires have
poor traction on wet roads.
Example of a wear
indicator mark
Tire and Loading Information Label
The label attached to the driver’s doorjamb provides necessary tire and
loading information. Using 
tires that are excessively  worn or improperly inflated can cause 
a crash in which you can be seriously hurt or killed.
Follow all instructions in  this owner’s manual regarding  tire inflation 
and maintenance.
WARNING
Original
tire sizes Number of
people your
vehicle can
carry Proper
cold tire
pressure
Total weight
your vehicle
can carry (do
not exceed)

Tire and Wheel Replacement
Replace your tires with radials of the same size, load range, speed rating, and
maximum cold tire pressure rating (as shown on the tire’s sidewall). Using
tires of a different size or construction can cause certain vehicle systems to
work incorrectly. It is best to replace all four tires at the same time. If that isn’t
possible, replace the front or rear tires in pairs.
If you change or replace a wheel, make sure that the wheel’s specifications match
those of the original wheels. Only use TPMS-specified wheels approved for your
vehicle.
Installing improper tires on your vehicle can affect handling and stability.
This can cause a crash in which you can be seriously hurt or killed.
Always use the size and type of tires recommended in the owner’s manual.
WARNING

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Driving Position Memory System ................ 41
Electric Power Steering indicator .................24
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)................ 87
Emergency Engine Stop ................................ 94
Emergency Towing ......................................... 94
Engine Compartment Fuse Box ................... 99
Engine Coolant ............................................. 108
Engine Oil ...................................................... 106
Engine Specifications ................................... 120
Engine Start/Stop button ............................. 83
Entering a Destination ................................... 75
EPS indicator .................................................... 24
ESC ............................................................ 87
Fan speed ......................................................... 43
FAQs .......................................................... 121
Find Nearest Place .......................................... 76
Flat Tire ........................................................... 96
Floor Mats ....................................................... 39
Fluids .......................................................... 120
Engine Coolant ....................................... 108
Engine Oil ................................................ 106
Transmission Fluid ................................. 109
Window Washer Fluid ........................... 109
FM/AM Radio .................................................. 48
FM/AM Radio Commands ........................... 127
Foot Brake ....................................................... 86
Frequently Asked Questions ....................... 121
Front Airbags ..................................................... 9
Front Wipers .................................................... 35
Fuel Information ............................................ 90
Fuel Specifications ........................................ 120
Fuse Locations ................................................ 99
Engine Compartment Fuse Box ............. 99
Inspecting and Changing Fuses .............101
Interior Fuse Box .................................... 100
Gararge Opener ............................................. 42
Hard Disc Drive (HDD) Audio ....................... 62
Hard Disc Drive (HDD) Audio Commands .. 127
Hazard indicator .............................................. 25
Hazard Warning button ................................... 2
Headlight-Wiper Integration ........................ 35
Head Restraints .............................................. 38
Home Address ................................................. 75
HomeLink® ..................................................... 42
Immobilizer indicator ..................................... 25
Instrument Panel ............................................ 23
Condition Indicators ................................. 24
Malfunction Indicators ............................. 23
On/Off Indicators ..................................... 25
Interface Dial Feedback ................................. 74
Interior Fuse Box .......................................... 100
iPod® ........................................................... 54
iPod® Commands ......................................... 128
Jump Starting .................................................. 91
Keyless Access Remote Battery ................... 91Keyless Access System ..................................
28
Keyless Access System indicator ..................24
Lap/Shoulder Seat Belts .................................. 5
LATCH-compatible child seat ....................... 18
Light Bulbs ...................................................... 120
Lights ........................................................... 33
Brightness Control ................................... 33
Cargo Lights .............................................. 34
Exterior Lights ........................................... 33
Interior Lights ............................................ 34
Lights indicators .............................................. 25
Lock Tab ........................................................... 30
Low fuel indicator ........................................... 24
Low oil pressure indicator ............................. 23
Low tire pressure indicator ............................25
Maintenance .................................................. 102
Air Conditioning ...................................... 110
Changing Wiper Blades ........................... 111
Checking the Battery .............................. 110
Engine Coolant ....................................... 108
Engine Oil ................................................ 106
Fluids ......................................................... 120
Maintenance Minder™ .......................... 103
Opening the Hood .................................. 105
Resetting the Engine Oil Life ................. 107
Safety Precautions .................................. 102
Service Codes .......................................... 103
Transmission Fluid ................................. 109
Under the Hood ....................................... 105
Window Washer Fluid ........................... 109
Maintenance Minder™ ............................... 103
Making a Call ............................................ 65, 69
Malfunction indicator lamp .......................... 23
Map Legend ............................................... 73, 76
Master Door Lock Switch ............................. 30
Maximum Load Limit .................................... 80
Mirrors ........................................................... 40
Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror .. 40
Power Door Mirrors .................................. 41
Reverse Tilt Door Mirrors ......................... 41
Moonroof ......................................................... 32
Multi-Information Display ............................ 26
Multi-View Rear Camera .............................. 89
Navigation ....................................................... 72
AcuraLink Real-Time Traffic™ ................. 77
Detour ......................................................... 77
Entering a Destination ............................. 75
Find Nearest Place .................................... 76
Home Address ............................................ 75
Interface Dial Feedback ........................... 74
Map Legend ......................................... 73, 76
Navigation Commands .......................... 124
Place Category ........................................... 76
Routing ........................................................ 76
Steering Wheel Controls .......................... 72Street Address ............................................
75
System Volume.......................................... 74
Voice Command Tips ................................ 72
Voice Recognition Tutor .......................... 74
One-Touch Turn Signal ................................. 34
Opening the Hood ........................................ 105
Overheating .................................................... 93
Pairing a Phone ........................................ 64, 68
Pandora® ......................................................... 60
Pandora® Commands .................................. 128
Parking Brake .................................................. 86
Parking brake indicator .................................. 24
Passenger Airbag Off indicator .....................12
Phone Commands ........................................ 129
Phone Operation ...................................... 63, 67
Phonebook ................................................ 65, 69
Place Category ................................................ 76
Power Door Mirrors ........................................ 41
Power Moonroof ............................................. 32
Power Tailgate ................................................. 29
Power Windows .............................................. 31
Radiator ........................................................... 93
Radio ........................................................... 45
Readiness Codes
............................................ 119
Rear Camera ................................................... 89
Rear Seats ........................................................ 39
Rear Window Defogger ................................ 43
Rear Wiper ....................................................... 36
Rearview Mirror .............................................. 40
Refueling .......................................................... 90
Fuel Information ....................................... 90
How to Refuel ........................................... 90
Remote Transmitter ...................................... 28
Remote Transmitter Battery ......................... 91
Reporting Safety Defects .............................. 22
Reverse Tilt Door Mirrors .............................. 41
Roadside Assistance ..................................... 123
Routing ............................................................ 76
Safety Information ........................................... 3
Carbon Monoxide Gas ................................ 4
Important Handling Information ............. 3
Important Safety Information .................. 3
Important Safety Precautions .................. 3
Reporting Safety Defects ......................... 22
Safety Messages .......................................... 4
Safety Label Locations ................................... 21
Seat Belts ........................................................... 5
Adjusting the Shoulder Anchor .................7
Fastening a Seat Belt .................................. 7
Lap/Shoulder Seat Belts .............................5
Proper Use of Seat Belts ............................ 5
Seat Belt Inspection .................................... 6
Seat belt reminder .................................... 24
Seat Belt with Detachable Anchor ........... 8
Seat Heaters ................................................... 43Seats
............................................................ 37
Adjusting the Front Seat .......................... 37
Adjusting the Head Restraints ............... 38
Rear Seats .................................................. 39
Sequential Shift Mode .................................. 85
Setting the Clock ........................................... 44
Shifting ........................................................... 84
Shift Lever Does Not Move ........................... 92
Side Airbag Off indicator ............................... 25
Side Airbags ..................................................... 10
Side Curtain Airbags ....................................... 10
SMS Text Messaging ................................ 66, 70
Song By Voice™ Commands ....................... 129
Sound ........................................................... 46
Specifications ................................................ 120
Speed Dial ................................... 65, 66, 69, 70
SRS indicator ................................................... 24
Steering Wheel ............................................... 40
Adjusting the Steering Wheel ................ 40
Steering Wheel Controls ................... 46, 72
Street Address ................................................. 75
Supplemental Restraint System indicator ..... 24
SYNC button .................................................. 43
System message indicator ............................ 25
System Volume ............................................... 74
Text Messaging ......................................... 66, 70
Tire Information ............................................ 112
DOT Tire Quality Grading ...................... 116
Inflation  Guidelines ................................ 112
Inspection Guidelines ............................. 112
Tire and Loading Information Label ..... 113
Tire and Wheel Replacement ................ 113
Tire Identification Number (TIN) ......... 115
Tire Labeling ............................................. 115
Tire Service Life ........................................ 114
Tire Specifications ................................... 120
Tire Terminology ...................................... 115
Wear Indicators ....................................... 113
Winter Tires .............................................. 114
Tire Pressure Monitoring System
(TPMS) ................................................... 95, 118
Total Luxury Care .......................................... 123
Towing ........................................................... 94
Towing a Trailer .............................................. 82
Pre-tow Checklist ..................................... 82
Tongue Load .............................................. 82
Towing Load Limits .................................. 82
TPMS indicator ................................................ 24
Traffic ............................................................ 77
Transmission Fluid ....................................... 109
Troubleshooting ............................................ 121
Turn Signal ...................................................... 34
Turn Signal indicator ...................................... 25
Under the Hood ............................................ 105
Unlocking/Locking the Doors ................ 28, 30