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Handling the Unexpected
Overheating
How to Handle Overheating
Overheating symptoms are as follows:
•The temperature gauge needle is at the mark or the engine suddenly loses
power.
• Steam or spray comes out of the engine compartment.
■First thing to do
1. Immediately park the vehicle in a safe place.
2. Turn off all accessories and turn on the hazard warning lights.
u No steam or spray present: Keep the engine running and open the hood.
u Steam or spray is present: Turn off the engine and wait until it subsides.
Then, open the hood.
1 How to Handle Overheating
NOTICE
Continuing to drive with the temperature gauge
needle at the mark may damage the engine.
3WARNING
Steam and spray from an overheated
engine can seriously scald you.
Do not open the hood if steam is coming
out.
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Handling the Unexpected
Indicator, Coming On/Blinking
If the Low Oil Pressure Indicator Comes On
■Reasons for the indicator to come on
Comes on when the engine oil pressure is low.
■What to do as soon as the indicator comes on
1. Immediately park the vehicle in a safe place.
2. If necessary, turn the ha zard warning lights on.
■What to do after parking the vehicle
1. Stop the engine and let it sit for about one minute.
2. Open the hood and check the oil level.
u Add oil as necessary.
3. Start the engine and check th e low oil pressure indicator.
u The indicator goes off: Start driving again.
u The indicator does not go off within 10 seconds: Stop the
engine and contact a dealer for repairs immediately.
If the Charging System Indicator Comes On
■Reasons for the indicator to come on
Comes on when the battery is not being charged.
■What to do when the indicator comes on
Turn off the climate con trol system, rear defogger, and other electrical
systems, and immediately contact a dealer for repairs.
1 If the Low Oil Pressure Indicator Comes On
NOTICE
Running the engine with low oil pressure can cause
serious mechanical damage almost immediately.
1If the Charging System Indicator Comes On
If you need to stop temporarily, do not turn off the
engine. Restarting the engi ne may rapidly discharge
the battery.
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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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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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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
440
Index
Fuses.......................................................... 420
Inspecting and Changing ......................... 422
Locations ......................................... 420, 421
G
Gasoline (Fuel)
Economy ................................................. 337
Gauge ....................................................... 93
Information ............................................. 335
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 69
Refueling ................................................. 335
Gauges ......................................................... 93
Gear Shift Lever Positions Automatic Transmission ........................... 275
Glass (care) ................................................ 386
Glove Box .................................................. 171
H
Halogen Bulbs ........................................... 359
Handling the Unexpected ........................ 389
HandsFreeLink® (HFL)............................... 224
Automatic Import of Ce llular Phonebook and
Call History ............................................ 240
Automatic Transferring ............................ 238
Caller’s ID Information ............................. 238
HFL Buttons ............................................. 224
HFL Menus .............................................. 226
HFL Status Display.................................... 225
Making a Call .......................................... 243 Options During a Call .............................. 247
Phone Setup............................................ 231
Receiving a Call ....................................... 246
Speed Dial ............................................... 241
Text Message .................................. 236, 248
To Clear the System ................................ 239
To Create a Security PIN .......................... 237
Hazard Warning Button .............................. 4
Head Restraints ........................................ 164
Headlights ................................................. 147
Automatic Operation............................... 148
Dimming ......................................... 147, 150
Operating................................................ 147
Heaters (Seat) ........................... 177, 178, 179
HFL (HandsFreeLink ®)............................... 224
High Beam Indicator .................................. 73
Hill Start Assist System ............................. 272
HomeLink ® Universal Transceiver ............ 222I
Identification Numbers ............................ 428
Engine and Transmission ......................... 428
Vehicle Identification ............................... 428
Illumination Control ................................. 154
Knob ....................................................... 154
Immobilizer System .................................. 137
Indicator.................................................... 74 Indicators
.................................................... 66
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC).......... 79, 284
All-Wheel Drive (AWD) with Intelligent Control System .................................................... 70
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) .................... 69
Blind spot information (BSI) System ........... 77
Brake System ............................................ 66
Charging System............................... 68, 416
Collision Mitigati on Braking System
TM
(CMBSTM) .......................................... 80, 81
CRUISE CONTROL ............................. 76, 280
CRUISE MAIN.................................... 76, 279
Door and Tailgate Open ............................ 72
Electric Power Steering (EPS)
System ............................................ 72, 418
Fog Light .................................................. 74
High Beam ................................................ 73
Immobilizer System ................................... 74
Keyless Access System............................... 76
Lane Departure Warning (LDW) ................ 78
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) ... 79, 299
Lights On .................................................. 74
Low Fuel ................................................... 69
Low Oil Pressure ............................... 67, 416
Low Tire Pressure/TPMS ............................ 73
Malfunction Indicator Lamp .............. 67, 417
Parking Brake and Brak e System ....... 66, 418
Seat Belt Reminder .............................. 30, 69
Security System Alarm............................... 75
Shift Lever Position.................................... 68
Supplemental Restraint System ........... 47, 70
441
Index
System Message ....................................... 75
Transmission ............................................. 68
Turn Signal ............................................... 73
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA®)
System ............................................ 71, 305
VSA ® OFF.......................................... 71, 306
Information .............................................. 425
Instrument Panel ........................................ 65
Brightness Control .................................. 154
Interior Lights ........................................... 169
Interior Rearview Mirror ......................... 159
iPod ®......................................................... 205
J
Jack (Wheel Nut Wrench) ........................ 394
Jump Starting ........................................... 411
K
Key Number Tag ...................................... 121
Keyless Access System .............................. 123
Keyless Lockout Prevention ..................... 126
Keys ........................................................... 119
Lockout Prevention ................................. 126
Number Tag............................................ 121
Rear Door Won’t Open ........................... 129
Remote Transmitter ................................ 125
Two-way Keyless Access
Remote ................................. 119, 127, 270
Types and Functions................................ 119 Kickdown (Automatic Transmission)
....... 274
L
Lane Departure Warning (LDW).............. 293
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) ......... 297
Language (HFL) ......................................... 225
LATCH (Child Seats) .............................. 55, 58
LDW (Lane Departure Warning) .............. 293
Lights ................................................. 147, 359
Automatic ............................................... 148
Bulb Replacement .................................... 359
Daytime Running Lights ........................... 150
Fog Lights ................................................ 150
High Beam Indicator .................................. 73
Interior .................................................... 169
Light Switches ......................................... 147
Lights On Indicator .................................... 74
Turn Signals ............................................. 147
Load Limits ................................................ 259
Locking/Unlocking .................................... 119
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking .................. 130
Childproof Door Locks ............................. 129
From Inside .............................................. 128
From Outside ........................................... 123
Keys ........................................................ 119
Using a Key ............................................. 126
Lockout Prevention System ...................... 126
Low Battery Charge .................................. 416
Low Fuel Indicator ...................................... 69
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 67, 416Lower Anchors
...................................... 55, 58
Luggage (Maximum Load Limit) ............. 259
Lumbar Support ....................................... 162M
Maintenance............................................. 339
Battery .................................................... 379
Brake Fluid .............................................. 357
Cleaning ................................................. 383
Climate Control System ........................... 382
Coolant ................................................... 354
Maintenance Minder
TM............................ 343
Oil ........................................................... 350
Precautions ............................................. 340
Radiator .................................................. 355
Remote Transmitter ......................... 380, 381
Replacing Light Bulbs .............................. 359
Safety...................................................... 341
Service Items ........................................... 345
Tires ........................................................ 370
Transmission Fluid ................................... 356
Under the Hood ...................................... 347
Malfunction Indicator Lamp .............. 67, 417
Map Lights ................................................ 169
Maximum Load Limit ............................... 259
Meters, Gauges ........................................... 93