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Tire Service Life
The life of your tires is dependent on many factors, including driving habits, road
conditions, vehicle loading, inflation pressure, maintenance history, speed, and
environmental conditions (even when the tires are not in use).
In addition to regular inspections and inflation pressure maintenance, it is
recommended that you have annual inspections performed once the tires reach
five years old. All tires, including the spare, should be removed from service after
10 years from the date of manufacture, regardless of their condition or state of
wear.
Winter Tires
If driving on snowy or frozen roads, mount all season tires marked “M+S”, snow
tires, or tire chains; reduce speed; and maintain sufficient distance between
vehicles when driving. For winter tires, select the size and load ranges that are the
same as the original tires, and mount them to all four wheels.
Tire Chains
Install tire chains on the front tires only. Because your vehicle has limited tire
clearance, we strongly recommend using the following chains:
Cable type: SCC Radial Chain TC2212MM
Mount chains as tightly as you can, and make sure that they do not touch the
brake lines or suspension.
Using the wrong chains, or not properly installing chains, can damage the
brake lines and cause a crash in which you can be seriously injured or killed.
Follow all instructions in this guide regarding the selection and use of tire
chains.
WARNING
Traction devices that are the wrong size or improperly installed can damage
your vehicle’s brake lines, suspension, body, and wheels. Stop driving if they are
hitting any part of the vehicle.
NOTICE
Tire Labeling
The tires that came on your vehicle have a number of markings. Those you
should be aware of are described below.
Tire Identification Number (TIN)
The tire identification number (TIN) is a
group of numbers and letters that look like
the example shown. TIN is located on the
sidewall of the tire.
Glossary of Tire Terminology
Cold Tire Pressure – The tire air pressure when the vehicle has been
parked for at least three hours or driven less than 1 mile (1.6 km).
Load Rating – The maximum load that a tire is rated to carry for a given
inflation pressure.
Maximum Inflation Pressure – The maximum tire air pressure that the tire
can hold.
Maximum Load Rating – The load rating for a tire at the maximum
permissible inflation pressure for that tire.
Recommended Inflation Pressure – The cold tire inflation pressure
recommended by the manufacturer.
Treadwear Indicators (TWI) – The projections within the principal grooves
designed to give a visual indication of the degrees of wear of the tread.
DOT B97R FW6X 2209
DOT: This indicates that the tire meets all
requirements of the U.S. Department of
Transportation.
B97R: Manufacturer’s identi cation mark .
FW 6X: Tire type code.
22 09: Date of manufacture.
Year
Week
Here is an example of what each marking means:
P235/60R18 102V
• P: vehicle type (passenger)
• 235: tire width in millimeters
• 60: aspect ratio (tire section height as a
percentage of its width)
• R: tire construction code (radial)
• 18: rim diameter in inches
• 102: load index (code indicating maximum load tire can carry)
• V: speed symbol (code indicating maximum speed rating)
Example
Tire size
Tire
Identi cation
Number (TIN)
Ma ximum
ti re load
Maximum
tire pressure
Tire siz e
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Testing of Readiness Codes
Your vehicle has “Readiness Codes” as part of the onboard self-diagnostic system.
Some states refer to these codes as a test to see if your vehicle’s emissions
components are working properly. The codes may not be read if you go through the
testing just after the battery has gone dead or been disconnected.
To check if they are set, turn the vehicle on without starting the engine. The
malfunction indicator lamp will come on for several seconds. If it goes off, the
readiness codes are set. If it blinks five times, the readiness codes are not set.
If you are required to have your vehicle tested before the readiness codes are set,
prepare the vehicle for retesting by doing the following:
1. Fill the gas tank to approximately 3/4 full.
2. Park the vehicle and leave the engine off for 6 hours or more.
3. Make sure the ambient temperature is between 40°F and 95°F (4°C and 35°C).
4. Start the engine without touching the accelerator pedal, and let it idle for 20
seconds.
5. Keep the vehicle in Park (P). Increase the engine speed to 2,000 rpm, and hold it
there for about 3 minutes.
6. Let the engine idle with your foot off the accelerator for 20 seconds.
7. Select a nearby, lightly traveled major highway where you can maintain a speed
of 50 to 60 mph (80 to 97 km/h) for at least 20 minutes. Drive on the highway
with the vehicle in Drive. Do not use cruise control. When traffic allows, drive
for 90 seconds without using the accelerator pedal. (Vehicle speed may vary
slightly; this is OK.) If you cannot do this for a continuous 90 seconds because of
traffic conditions, drive for at least 30 seconds, then repeat two more times (for
a total of 90 seconds).
8. Drive in city/suburban traffic for at least 10 minutes. When traffic conditions
allow, let the vehicle coast for several seconds without using the accelerator
pedal or the brake pedal.
9. Park the vehicle and leave the engine off for 30 minutes.
The readiness codes are erased when the battery is disconnected, and set again
only after several days of driving under a variety of conditions.
If a testing facility determines that the readiness codes are not set, you may be
requested to return at a later date to complete the test, or see your dealer.=
Vehicle
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Tires
*1:2WD models*2: AWD models
ModelAcura RD X
No. of Passengers:
Front 2
Rear 3
Tota l5
Weights:Gross Vehicle
Weight RatingU.S.:4,850 lbs (2,200 kg )*14,982 lbs (2,260 kg )*2Canada:2,260 kgGross Axle Weight
Rating (Front)U.S.:2,557 lbs (1,160 kg )*12,623 lbs (1,190 kg )*2Canada:1,190 kgGross Axle Weight
Rating (Rear)U.S.:2,293 lbs (1,040 kg )*12,381 lbs (1,080 kg )*2Canada:1,080 kg
Gross Combined
Weight Rating U.S.:
6,349 lbs (2,880 kg )*16,482 lbs (2,940 kg )*2Canada:2,940 kgAir Conditioning:Refrigerant Type HFC-134a (R-134a )Charge Quantity15.2 – 16.9 oz (430 – 480 g)Lubricant TypeND-OIL8
Headlights (High Beams)LED
Headlights (L ow Beams) LED
Fog Lights*55W (H11 )
Side Turn Signal Lights
(on Door Mirrors )LED
Front Side Marker Lights 3CP
Rear Side Marker/Brake/Taillight sLED
Back-Up Lights 16W
Rear Turn Signal Lights21W (Amber)
High-M ount Brake Ligh tLED
Rear License Plate Ligh t5W
Cargo Area Lights 5W
Vanity Mirror Lights1.4W
In teri or Lights
Map LightsLED
Ceiling Ligh t8 W
Door Courtesy Lights2CP
Console Compartment Light 1.4W
Glove Box Light1.4W
Center Pocket Ligh tLED
Front turn signal/Parking lights/
Daytime running lights LE
D
Light Bulbs
Engine and Fuel Fluids
Engine Speci cation s
FuelDisplacemen t211.8 cu-in (3,471 cm3)
Spark Plugs NG
KI LZKR7B11
DENSO SXU22HCR11
TypeUnleaded premium gasoline, Pump octane number of 91 or higher
Fuel Tank Capacity 16 US gal (60.5 )
RegularSizeP235/60R18 102VPressure
psi (kPa[kgf/cm2])Fron t35 (240 [2.4])Rear33 (230 [2.3])
Compact
Spar e
*Size T165/90R17 105M
Pressure
psi (kPa[kgf/cm
2]) 60 (420 [4.2])
Wheel SizeRegula
r18 x 7.5JCompact Spar e*17 x 4T
Automatic Transmission Fluid
Rear Differential Fluid*
Transfer Assembly Fluid*
Speci edAcura Automatic Transmission Fluid ATF DW-1
Capacity Change 3.3 US qt (3.1 )
Speci ed Acura DPSF-I I
Capacity Change1.32 US qt (1.25 )
Speci edAcura Hypoid Gear Oil HGO-1 1
Capacity Change0.43 US qt (0.41 )
Engine Oil
Engine Coolan
t
Recommended·Genuine Acura Motor Oil 0W-2 0
·API Premium-grade 0W-20 detergent oi l
Capacity Change
4.23 US qt (4.0 )
Change
including
lter 4.55 US qt (4.3 )
Speci e
dAcura Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant Type 2
Ratio 50/50 with distilled wate r
Capacity1.96 US gal (7.4 )
(change including the remaining 0.193 US gal (0.73 ) in the reserve tank )
Washer Fluid
Tank CapacityU.S.: 2.6 US qt (2.5 )
Canada: 5.1 US qt (4.85 )
Brake FluidSpeci edAcura Heavy Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3
*if equipped
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Navigation Commands (continued)
Find Place Commands
• Find nearest (specify place):
Fuel and auto
Acura dealer
Gas station
Auto parts & electronics
Auto repair & maintenance
Car wash & detailing
Motorcycle dealer
Other car dealer
Roadside assistance
Banking center
ATM and bank
AT M
Bank
Check cashing
Currency exchange
Community
Business
City hall
Civic center
Convention center
Court house
Higher education
Library
Post office
School
Emergency room
Hospital
Police station
Veterinarian
Lodging
Bed & breakfast
Hotel
Resort
Recreation
Amusement park
Golf course
Historical monument
Marina
Movie theater
Museum
Park Performing arts
Sports complex
Tourist attraction
Restaurant
American restaurant
Californian restaurant
Chinese restaurant
Coffee shop
Continental restaurant
Fast food
French restaurant
German restaurant
Greek restaurant
Indian restaurant
Italian restaurant
Japanese restaurant
Korean restaurant
Mexican restaurant
Pizza
Seafood restaurant
Thai restaurant
Vegetarian restaurant
Vietnamese restaurant
Other restaurant
Shopping
Shopping area
Accessory store
Book store
Clothing store
Grocery store
Home improvement store
Mall
Office supply store
Pharmacy
Pet food store
Sewing store
Shoe store
Sporting goods store
Toy store
Travel center
Airport Navigation Commands (continued)
Find Place Commands (continued)
• Find nearest (specify place):
Automobile club
Bus station
Camping
Commuter rail station
Ferry terminal
Named place
Park & ride
Parking garage Parking lot
Rental car agency
Rest area
Ski area
Tourist information center
Train station
Travel agency
Truck stop
Climate Control Commands
The system accepts these commands on most screens.
• Climate control automatic*
• Climate control on*
• Climate control off*
• Air conditioner on*
• Air conditioner off*
• Climate control defrost on*
• Climate control defrost off*
• Rear defrost on*
• Rear defrost off*
• Climate control fresh air
• Climate control recirculate
• Climate control sync on*
• Climate control sync off*
• Climate control vent
• Climate control bi-level
• Climate control floor
• Climate control floor and defrost
• Fan speed up
• Fan speed down
• Fan speed # (#: 1 to 7) •
Fan automatic
• Temperature # degrees (#: 57 to
87°F / 15 to 29 °C)
• Driver temperature # degrees
(#: 57 to 87°F / 15 to 29 °C)
• Passenger temperature # degrees
(#: 57 to 87°F / 15 to 29 °C)
• Temperature up
• Temperature down
• Driver temperature up
• Driver temperature down
• Passenger temperature up
• Passenger temperature down
• Temperature max heat
• Temperature max cool
• Driver temperature max heat
• Driver temperature max cool
• Passenger temperature max heat
• Passenger temperature max cool
* These commands toggle the function on and off, so the
command may not match your intended action.
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Phone Commands
The system accepts these commands on most screens.
• Call by number
• Call by name
• Call (phone number)
• Call (contact name)
On-screen Commands
The system accepts these commands on any screen where applicable. All
available on-screen voice commands are highlighted in yellow when you press
the Talk button.
• Next (or Down)
• Previous (or Up)
• Return
• OK (excluding Startup Confirmation screen)
• Delete
INDEX
ABS ................................................... 25, 100
ACC ............................................. 25, 27, 102
Accessory Power Socket ............................... 50
AcuraLink® ....................................................... 81
AcuraLink featuring Aha™ ........................... 68
AcuraLink Real-Time Traffic™ ...................... 89
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) ..... 25, 27, 102
Aha™ ........................................................... 68
Airbags .............................................................. 9
Advanced Airbags ......................................... 9
Airbag Care ................................................... 14
Airbag System Components ..................... 13
Airbag System Indicators ........................... 11
Front Airbags (SRS) ....................................... 9
Passenger Airbag Off Indicator ................ 12
Side Airbags .................................................. 10
Side Curtain Airbags ................................... 10
All-Wheel Drive (AWD) .......................... 25, 91
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) ............ 25, 100
ASSIST button ................................................ 82
Audio Operation ............................................ 50
Accessory Power Socket ........................... 50
Aha™ ........................................................... 68
Audio Commands ..................................... 150
Auxiliary Input Jack .................................... 50
Bluetooth® Audio ................................. 58, 66
Color Information Display ........................ 52
Compact Disc (CD) .............................. 55, 63
FM/AM Radio ........................................ 53, 61
Hard Disc Drive (HDD) Audio .................. 64
iPod® ..................................................... 56, 65
On-Demand Multi-Use Display™ (ODMD™) ....................................... 60
Pandora® ............................................... 59, 67
SiriusXM® Radio................................... 54, 62
Sound ............................................................ 51
Steering Wheel Controls ........................... 51
USB Flash Drive .................................... 57, 63
USB Port ...................................................... 50
Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror ........44
Automatic rain-sensing wipers ................... 39
Auxiliary Input Jack ........................................ 50
AWD ..................................................... 25, 91
Battery .......................................................... 133
Blind spot information (BSI) ................ 25, 106
Bluetooth® Audio .................................... 58, 66
Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink® ........................ 69
Dialing a Number .................................. 71, 76
E-Mail ............................................................ 79
Making a Call ......................................... 71, 76
Pairing a Phone ..................................... 70, 75
Phonebook ............................................. 71, 77Siri™ Eyes Free ...........................................
80
SMS Text Messaging ............................ 72, 79
Speed Dial ................................. 71, 72, 77, 78
Talk Button Tips ........................................... 74
Brake Assist System ..................................... 100
Brake Fluid ...................................................... 133
Brake system ............................................ 24, 25
Braking ......................................................... 100
Brightness Control ......................................... 36
Carbon Monoxide Gas ..................................... 4
Cargo Lights ..................................................... 37
Change a Setting ............................................ 48
Changing a Flat Tire ...................................... 120
Changing Fuses ............................................. 125
Changing Wiper Blades ............................... 134
Charging system ............................................. 24
Checking the Battery ................................... 133
Childproof Door Locks .................................. 33
Child Safety ..................................................... 15
Child Seat ......................................................... 17
Adding Security with a Tether ................. 20
Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/Shoulder Seat Belt ........................................... 19
Installing a LATCH-Compatible Child Seat .................................................... 18
Selecting a Child Seat ................................ 17
Client Information ....................................... 144
Climate Control ............................................. 46
Climate Control Commands ...................... 149
Clock ........................................................... 49
Collision Mitigation Braking System™ (CMBS™) ........................... 25, 27, 107
Color Information Display ............................ 52
Compact Disc (CD) .................................. 55, 63
Condition Indicators ....................................... 26
Contact Us ..................................................... 145
Cross Traffic Monitor ..................................... 111
Cruise Control ......................................... 27, 101
Customized Settings ..................................... 48
Dashboard and Ceiling Controls .................... 2
Destination ..................................................... 86
Detour ........................................................... 89
Dialing a Number ...................................... 71, 76
Door Mirrors ................................................... 44
Door Operation ........................................ 31, 33
DOT Tire Quality Grading .......................... 140
Driving ........................................................... 90
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) .............. 102
Blind spot information (BSI) .................. 106
Braking ....................................................... 100
Collision Mitigation Braking System™ (CMBS™) ........................................ 107