2016 Acura RDX light

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uuIndicator, Coming On/Blinking uIf the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On
Handling the Unexpected
If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On
■Reasons for the indicator to come on
• The brake fluid is low.
• There is a malfunction in the brake system.
■What to do when the indicator comes on while driving
Press the brake pedal lightly to check pedal pressure.
• If normal, check the brake fluid level the next time you stop.
• If abnormal, take immediate action . If necessary, downshift the
transmission to slow the vehicle using engine braking.
If the Electric Power Steeri ng (EPS) System Indicator
Comes On
■Reasons for the indicator to come on
• Comes on when there is a problem with EPS system.
• If you depress the accelerator pedal repeatedly to increase the engine
speed while the engine is idlin g, the indicator comes on, and
sometimes the steering wheel becomes harder to operate.
■What to do when the indicator comes on
Stop the vehicle in a safe place and restart the engine.
If the indicator comes on and stays on, immediately have your vehicle
inspected by a dealer.
1 If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On
Have your vehicle re paired immediately.
It is dangerous to drive with low brake fluid. If there
is no resistance from the brake pedal, stop
immediately in a safe plac e. If necessary downshift
the gears.
If the brake system indicator and ABS indicator come
on simultaneously, the elec tronic brake distribution
system is not working. Th is can result in vehicle
instability under sudden braking.
Have your vehicle inspecte d by a dealer immediately.U.S.
Canada

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Handling the Unexpected
Fuses
Fuse Locations
If 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
Tab
■Circuit protected and fuse rating
Circuit ProtectedAmps
1
EPS70 A
Power Tailgate Motor(40 A)
ABS/VSA FSR20 A
ABS/VSA Motor40 A
E-DPS(30 A)
Main Fuse120 A
2
−50 A
Fuse Box Main 1 60 A
Fuse Box Main 260 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
ST CUT140 A
IG Main130 A
Sub Fuse Main(40 A)
IG Main230 A
4 Rear Seat Heaters*(20 A)
5STR Diagnosis Fuse7.5 A
6Audio (ODMD)*(15 A)
7−−
8− −
9−−
10 − −
11Oil Level7.5 A
12 Fog Lights*(20 A)
13Power Tailgate Closer(20 A)
14 Hazard 10 A
15IGP215 A
16 IG Coil 15 A
17Stop10 A
18 Horn 10 A
19ACM20 A
20 Right Headlight Low Beam 15 A
21MG Clutch7.5 A
22 DBW 15 A
23Left Headlight Low Beam15 A
24 DRL (10 A)
25FI Main15 A
26 Trailer (20 A)
27Small20 A
28 Interior Lights 7.5 A
29Back Up10 A
Circuit ProtectedAmps
* Not available on all models

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uuFuses uFuse Locations
Handling the Unexpected
Located under the dashboard.
Fuse locations are shown on the label on
the side panel.
Locate the fuse in question by the fuse
number and label number.
■Circuit protected and fuse rating
■Interior Fuse Box
Fuse Label
Fuse Box
Circuit ProtectedAmps
1−−
2ACG15 A
3ODS7.5 A
4Fuel Pump15 A
5Meter7.5 A
6Rear Wiper10 A
7VB SOL10 A
8Front Right Side
Door Lock Motor (Unlock)15 A
9Rear Left Side
Door Lock Motor (Unlock)15 A
10 Power Lumbar 7.5 A
11Moonroof20 A
12 Accessory Power Socket
(Center Console) 20 A
13Washer Main15 A
14 Seat Heaters 20 A
15Driver’s Door Lock Motor (Unlock)10 A
16 Driver’s Power Seat Sliding 20 A
17Driver’s Power Seat Reclining20 A
18
Passenger’s Power Seat Sliding20 A
19ACC7.5 A
20 ACC Key Lock 7.5 A
21Daytime Running Lights7.5 A
22 A/C 7.5 A
23Option10 A
24 ABS/VSA 7.5 A
25IDAS(10 A)
26 Audio Amp 20 A*1
30 A*2
27Accessory Power Socket
(Front)20 A
28 − −
29SRS10 A
Circuit ProtectedAmps
*1:Models without navigation system
*2:Models with navigation system30
Driver’s Door Lock Motor
(Lock) 10 A
31Smart10 A
32 Front Right Side
Door Lock Motor (Lock) 15 A
33Rear Left Side
Door Lock Motor (Lock)15 A
34 Small Lights 7.5 A
35Illumination7.5 A
36 Rear Wiper Main 10 A
37Passenger’s Power Seat Reclining20 A
38 Left Headlight High Beam 10 A
39Right Headlight High Beam10 A
40 − −
41Door Lock20 A
42 Driver’s Power Window 20 A
43Rear Right Side Power Window20 A
44 Front Right Side Power
Window 20 A
45Rear Left Side Power
Window20 A
46 Wiper 30 A
Circuit ProtectedAmps

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uuFuses uInspecting and Changing Fuses
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Inspecting and Changing Fuses
1. Set the power mode to VEHICLE OFF
(LOCK). Turn headlight s and all accessories
off.
2. Remove the fuse box cover.
3. Check the large fuse in the engine
compartment.
u If the fuse is blown, use a Phillips-head
screwdriver to remo ve the screw and
replace it with a new one.
4. Inspect the small fuses in the engine
compartment and the vehicle interior.
u If there is a burned out fuse, remove it
with the fuse puller and replace it with a
new one.1Inspecting and Changing Fuses
NOTICE
Replacing a fuse with on e that has a higher rating
greatly increases the chances of damaging the
electrical system.
Replace fuse with a spare fuse of the same specified
amperage
Confirm the specified amperage using the charts on
P. 420 to P. 421.
There is a fuse puller on the back of the engine
compartment fuse box cover.
Combined
Fuse Blown Fuse
Fuse Puller

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Information
Specifications
■Vehicle Specifications
*1: 2WD models
*2: AWD models
ModelAcura RDX
No. of Passengers:
Front 2
Rear 3
Total 5
Weights:Gross Vehicle
Weight RatingU.S.:4,850 lbs (2,200 kg)*1
4,982 lbs (2,260 kg)*2
Canada:2,260 kgGross Axle Weight
Rating (Front)U.S.:2,557 lbs (1,160 kg)*1
2,623 lbs (1,190 kg)*2
Canada:1,190 kgGross Axle Weight
Rating (Rear)U.S.:2,293 lbs (1,040 kg)*1
2,381 lbs (1,080 kg)*2
Canada:1,080 kg
Gross Combined Weight
Rating U.S.: 6,349 lbs (2,880 kg)*1
6,482 lbs (2,940 kg)*2
Canada:2,940 kgAir Conditioning:Refrigerant Type HFC-134a (R-134a)Charge Quantity15.2 – 16.9 oz (430 – 480 g)Lubricant TypeND-OIL8
■
Engine Specifications
■ Fuel
■ Washer Fluid
Displacement211.8 cu-in (3,471 cm3)
Spark Plugs NGK ILZKR7B11
DENSO SXU22HCR11
TypeUnleaded premium gasoline, Pump octane
number of 91 or higher
Fuel Tank Capacity 16 US gal (60.5 ℓ)
Tank CapacityU.S.: 2.6 US qt (2.5 ℓ)
Canada: 5.1 US qt (4.85 ℓ)
■ Light Bulbs
■ Brake Fluid
Headlights (High Beams)LED
Headlights (Low Beams) LED
Fog Lights*55W (H11)
Front Turn Signal/Parking Lights/
Daytime running light LED
Side Turn Signal Lights
(on Door Mirrors)LED
Front Side Marker Lights 3CP
Rear Side Marker/Brake/TaillightsLED
Back-Up Lights 16W
Rear Turn Signal Lights21W (Amber)
High-Mount Brake Light LED
Rear License Plate Light5W
Cargo Area Lights 5W
Vanity Mirror Lights1.4W
Interior Lights
Map LightsLED
Ceiling Light 8W
Door Courtesy Lights2CP
Console Compartment Light 1.4W
Glove Box Light1.4W
Center Pocket Light LED
SpecifiedAcura Heavy Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3
* Not available on all models

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uuEmissions Testing uTesting of Readiness Codes
Information
7. Select a nearby, lightly traveled major hi ghway 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 in
(D. Do not use cruise control. When tra ffic allows, drive for 90 seconds without
moving the accelerator pedal. (Vehicle spee d may vary slightly; this is okay.) If you
cannot do this for a continuous 90 seconds because of traffic conditions, drive for
at least 30 seconds, then repeat it two mo re times (for a total of 90 seconds).
8. Drive in city/suburban traffic for at l east 10 minutes. When traffic conditions
allow, let the vehicle coast for several se conds without using the accelerator pedal
or the brake pedal.
9. Park the vehicle and leave the engine off for 30 minutes.

Index
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Index
Index
A
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System).................. 316
Accessories and Modifications ................ 338
Accessory Power Sockets ......................... 174
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) .......... 79, 284
Additives Coolant .................................................. 354
Engine Oil ............................................... 349
Washer ................................................... 358
Additives, Engine Oil ............................... 349
Adjusting
Armrest .................................................. 168
Front Seats.............................................. 162
Head Restraints ....................................... 164
Mirrors.................................................... 159
Rear Seats ............................................... 167
Steering Wheel ....................................... 158
Temperature ............................................. 98
Air Conditioning System
(Climate Control System) ....................... 180
Changing the Mode................................ 180
Defrosting the Windshield and
Windows .............................................. 181
Dust and Pollen Filter .............................. 382
Recirculation/Fresh Air Mode................... 180
Sensors ................................................... 183
Synchronized Mode ................................ 182
Using Automatic Climate Control............ 180
Air Pressure ...................................... 371, 427 Airbags
........................................................ 37
Advanced Airbags ..................................... 43
After a Collision ......................................... 40
Airbag Care ............................................... 49
Front Airbags (SRS) .................................... 40
Indicator .............................................. 47, 70
Passenger Airbag Off Indicator .................. 48
Sensors ...................................................... 37
Side Airbags .............................................. 44
Side Curtain Airbags .................................. 46
All-Wheel Drive (AWD) with Intelligent
Control System ........................................ 310
AM/FM Radio ............................................ 198
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) .................. 316
Indicator .................................................... 69
Armrest ..................................................... 168
Audio Remote Controls ............................ 189
Audio System ............................................ 186
Adjusting the Sound ................................ 197
Auxiliary Input Jack .................................. 187
Error Messages ........................................ 215
General Information ................................ 218
iPod ®....................................................... 205
MP3/WMA/AAC ...................................... 210
Pandora ®................................................. 208
Reactivating ............................................. 188
Recommended CDs ................................. 219
Recommended Devices ............................ 221
Remote Controls ..................................... 189
Security Code .......................................... 188
Theft Protection ....................................... 188 USB Flash Drives ...................................... 221
USB Port.................................................. 187
Audio/Information Screen ....................... 191
Authorized Manuals ................................ 435
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking ................. 130
Customize ....................................... 105, 112
Automatic Intermittent Wipers ............... 152
Automatic Lighting .................................. 148
Automatic Transmission ........................... 274
Creeping ................................................. 274
Fluid ........................................................ 356
Kickdown ................................................ 274
Operating the Shift Lever................... 16, 276
Sequential Shift Mode ............................. 277
Shift Lever Does Not Move ...................... 413
Shifting ................................................... 275
Auxiliary Input Jack .................................. 187
Average Fuel Economy .............................. 98
Average Speed ........................................... 99
AWD .......................................................... 310
B
Battery ...................................................... 379
Charging System Indicator................. 68, 416
Jump Starting .......................................... 411
Maintenance (Checki ng the Battery) ........ 379
Belts (Seat) .................................................. 29
Beverage Holders ..................................... 173
Blind spot information (BSI) System ........ 307
Bluetooth ® Audio ..................................... 213

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Index
Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink ®..................... 224
Booster Seats (For Children) ....................... 61
Brake System ............................................. 314
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ................... 316
Brake Assist System ................................. 317
Fluid ........................................................ 357
Foot Brake ............................................... 315
Indicator ............................................ 66, 418
Parking Brake .......................................... 314
Brightness Control (Instrument Panel) .... 154
BSI (Blind spot information) System ........ 307
Bulb Replacement ..................................... 359
Back-Up Light and Taillight ...................... 364
Brake Light/Taillight/Rear Side Marker Light and
Rear Turn Signal Light Bulbs ................... 362
Fog Lights ................................................ 359
Front Turn Signal Light/Parking Light/
Daytime Running Light and
Front Side Marker Light Bulbs ................ 361
Headlights ............................................... 359
High-Mount Brake Light .......................... 365
Rear License Plate Light............................ 365
Side Turn Signal Light /Emergency Indicator
Light ...................................................... 360
Bulb Specifications .................................... 426
C
Carbon Monoxide Gas ................................ 62
Cargo Hook ............................................... 175
Carrying Cargo .................................. 257, 259 CD Player
................................................... 202
Certification Label .................................... 428
Changing Bulbs ........................................ 359
Charging System Indicator ................. 68, 416
Child Safety ................................................. 50
Childproof Door Locks............................. 129
Child Seat .................................................... 50
Booster Seats ............................................ 61
Child Seat for Infants................................. 52
Child Seat for Small Children ..................... 53
Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/
Shoulder Seat Belt ................................... 57
Larger Children ......................................... 60
Rear-facing Child Seat ............................... 52
Selecting a Child Seat ................................ 54
Childproof Door Locks ............................. 129
Cleaning the Exterior ............................... 385
Cleaning the Interior ................................ 383
Client Service Information ....................... 436
Climate Control System ............................ 180
Changing the Mode ................................ 180
Defrosting the Windshield and
Windows ............................................... 181
Dust and Pollen Filter............................... 382
Recirculation/Fresh Air Mode ................... 180
Sensors ................................................... 183
Synchronized Mode................................. 182
Using Automatic Climate Control ............ 180
Clock .......................................................... 118
CMBSTM (Collision Mitigation Braking
SystemTM) ................................................. 318 Coat Hook
................................................ 175
Collision Mitigation Braking System
TM
(CMBSTM) ................................................. 318
Compact Spare Tire .......................... 391, 427
Compass .................................................... 253
Console Compartment ............................. 172
Controls .................................................... 117
Coolant (Engine) ...................................... 354
Adding to the Radiator ........................... 355
Adding to the Reserve Tank .................... 354
Overheating ............................................ 414
Creeping (Automatic Transmission) ........ 274
Cross Traffic Monitor ............................... 331
Cruise Control .......................................... 279
Indicator ................................................... 76
Cup Holders .............................................. 173
Customized Features ....................... 100, 106
D
Daytime Running Lights .......................... 150
Dead Battery ............................................ 411
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows ................................................. 181
Detachable Anchor .................................... 34
Devices that Emit Radio Waves ............... 429
Dimming
Headlights .............................................. 147
Rearview Mirror ...................................... 159
Dipstick (Engine Oil) ................................ 350
Directional Signals (Turn Signal) ............. 147