2017 Acura RDX oil filter

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Maintenance
This chapter discusses basic maintenance.
Before Performing MaintenanceInspection and Maintenance ............ 344
Safety When Performing Maintenance..... 345Parts and Fluids Used in Maintenance Service ........................................... 346
Maintenance Minder
TM..................... 347
Maintenance Under the Hood
Maintenance Items Under the Hood ..... 351Opening the Hood ........................... 352
Recommended Engine Oil ................ 353
Oil Check ......................................... 354
Adding Engine Oil ............................ 355
Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter ..... 356
Engine Coolant ................................ 358
Transmission Fluid ............................ 360
Brake Fluid ....................................... 361
Refilling Window Washer Fluid......... 362
Replacing Light Bulbs ....................... 363
Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades.... 370Checking and Maintaining Tires
Checking Tires ................................. 374
Tire and Loading Information Label ...... 375Tire Labeling .................................... 375DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles)....... 377Wear Indicators................................ 379
Tire Service Life ................................ 379 Tire and Wheel Replacement ........... 380
Tire Rotation .................................... 381
Winter Tires ..................................... 382
Battery ............................................... 383
Remote Transmitter Care Replacing the Button Battery ........... 384
Climate Control System Maintenance..... 386Cleaning
Interior Care .................................... 387
Exterior Care.................................... 389

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uuMaintenance MinderTMuTo Use Maintenance MinderTM
Continued
Maintenance
■Maintenance Service Items1Maintenance Service Items
•Independent of the Maintenance Minder
information, replace the brake fluid every 3 years.
•Inspect idle speed every 16 0,000 miles (256,000 km).
•Adjust the valves during services A, B, 1, 2, or 3 if
they are noisy.
Maintenance Minder Message
System
Message
Indicator Sub Items
Main
Item
*1: If message,
SERVICE DUE NOW does not appear more than 12 months after the display is reset,
change the engine oil every year.
# : See information on maintenance and emissions warranty.
*2: If you drive in dusty conditions, replace the air cleaner element every 15,000 miles (24,000 km).
CODEMaintenance Main Items
A
●Replace engine oil*1
B●Replace engine oil*1 and oil filter●Inspect front and rear brakes●Check parking brake adjustment●Check expiration date for Temporary Tire Repair Kit bottle (If
equipped)
●Inspect tie rod ends, steering gearbox, and boots●Inspect suspension components●Inspect driveshaft boots●Inspect brake hoses and lin es (Including ABS/VSA)●Inspect all fluid levels and condition of fluids●Inspect exhaust system#
●Inspect fuel lines and connections#*3: If you drive primarily in urban areas that have high concentrations of soot in the air from industry and
from diesel-powered vehicles, replace the dust and pollen filter every 15,000 miles (24,000 km).
*4: Driving in mountainous areas at very low vehicle speeds or trailer towing results in higher transmission and transfer temperatures. This requires transmission and transfer fluid changes more frequently than
recommended by the Maintenance Minder. If you regularly drive your vehicle under these conditions, have
the transmission fluid changed at 60,000 miles (100,000 km), then every 30,000 miles (48,000 km).
*5: If you drive regularly in very high temperatures (over 110 °F, 43 °C), in very low temperatures (under -
20 °F, -29 °C), replace every 60,000 miles/100,000 km.
CODEMaintenance Sub Items
1
●Rotate tires
2●Replace air cleaner element*2
●Replace dust and pollen filter*3
●Inspect drive belt
3
●Replace transmission and transfer* fluid*4
4●Replace spark plugs●Replace timing belt an d inspect water pump*5
●Inspect valve clearance
5
●Replace engine coolant
6●Replace rear differential fluid*
Models with full
color displayModels without
full color display
Sub
Items
Main Item
* Not available on all models

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uuMaintenance Under the Hood uChanging the Engine Oil and Oil Filter
Maintenance
Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter
You must change the engine oil and oil filter regularly in order to maintain the
engine’s lubrication. The engine may be damaged if they are not changed regularly.
Change the oil and filter in accordance with the maintenance message on the multi-
information display. 1.Run the engine until it reaches normal
operating temperature, and then turn the
engine off.
2. Open the hood and remove the engine oil
fill cap.
3. Remove the drain bolt and washer from
the bottom of the engine, and drain the
oil into a suitable container.1Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter
NOTICE
You may damage the environment if you do not
dispose of the oil in a suitable way. If you are
changing the oil by yourself , appropriately dispose of
the used oil. Put the oil in a sealed container and take
it to a recycling center. Do not throw the oil away
into a garbage can or onto the ground.
Drain Bolt
Washer

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uuMaintenance Under the Hood uChanging the Engine Oil and Oil Filter
Maintenance
4. Remove the oil filter and dispose of the
remaining oil.
5. Check that the filter gasket is not stuck to
the engine contact surface.
u If it is stuck, you must detach it.
6. Wipe away dirt and dust adhering to the
contact surface of the engine block, and
install a new oil filter.
u Apply a light coat of new engine oil to
the oil filter rubber seal.
7. Put a new washer on the drain bolt, then
reinstall the drain bolt.
u Tightening torque:
29 lbf∙ft (39 N∙m, 4.0 kgf∙m)
8. Pour the recommended engine oil into the
engine.
u Engine oil change capacity (including
filter):
4.5 US qt (4.3 L)
9. Reinstall the engine oil fill cap securely and
start the engine.
10. Run the engine for a few minutes, and
then check that there is no leak from the
drain bolt or oil filter.
11. Stop the engine, wait for three minutes,
and then check the oil level on the
dipstick.
u If necessary, add more engine oil.1Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter
You will need a special wrench to replace the oil
filter. You can buy this wrench from a dealer.
When installing the new oil filter, follow the
instructions supplied with the oil filter.
Reinstall the engine oil fill cap. Start the engine. The
low oil pressure indicator should go off within five
seconds. If it does not, turn off the engine, and check
your work.
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uuSpecifications u
Information
■Automatic Transmission Fluid
■ Rear Differential Fluid
*
■Transfer Assembly Fluid*
SpecifiedAcura Automatic Transmission Fluid ATF DW-1
Capacity Change 3.3 US qt (3.1 ℓ)
SpecifiedAcura DPSF-II
Capacity Change 1.32 US qt (1.25 ℓ)
SpecifiedAcura Hypoid Gear Oil HGO-11
Capacity Change 0.43 US qt (0.41 ℓ)
■ Engine Oil
■ Engine Coolant
Recommended·Genuine Acura Motor Oil 0W-20
·API Premium-grade 0W-20 detergent oil
Capacity Change 4.2 US qt (4.0 ℓ)
Change
including
filter
4.5 US qt (4.3 ℓ)
SpecifiedAcura Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant Type2
Ratio 50/50 with distilled water
Capacity1.96 US gal (7.4 ℓ)
(change including the remaining 0.193 US gal
(0.73 ℓ) in the reserve tank)
■ Tire
RegularSizeP235/60R18 102VPressure
psi (kPa [kgf/cm2])Front35 (240 [2.4])Rear33 (230 [2.3])
Compact
Spare
*
Size T165/90R17 105M
Pressure
psi (kPa [kgf/cm
2]) 60 (420 [4.2])
Wheel SizeRegular18 x 7 1/2JCompact Spare*17 x 4T
* Not available on all models

Index
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Index
Index
A
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System).................. 320
Accessories and Modifications ................ 342
Accessory Power Sockets ......................... 174
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) .......... 79, 284
Additives Coolant .................................................. 358
Engine Oil ............................................... 353
Washer ................................................... 362
Additives, Engine Oil ............................... 353
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 .............................. 386
Recirculation/Fresh Air Mode................... 180
Sensors ................................................... 183
Synchronized Mode ................................ 182
Using Automatic Climate Control............ 180
Air Pressure ...................................... 375, 431 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 ........................................ 314
AM/FM Radio ............................................ 198
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) .................. 320
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 ................................ 439
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking ................. 130
Customize ....................................... 105, 112
Automatic Intermittent Wipers ............... 152
Automatic Lighting .................................. 148
Automatic Transmission ........................... 274
Creeping ................................................. 274
Fluid ........................................................ 360
Kickdown ................................................ 274
Operating the Shift Lever................... 16, 276
Sequential Shift Mode ............................. 277
Shift Lever Does Not Move ...................... 417
Shifting ................................................... 275
Auxiliary Input Jack .................................. 187
Average Fuel Economy .............................. 98
Average Speed ........................................... 99
AWD .......................................................... 314
B
Battery ...................................................... 383
Charging System Indicator................. 68, 420
Jump Starting .......................................... 415
Maintenance (Checki ng the Battery) ........ 383
Belts (Seat) .................................................. 29
Beverage Holders ..................................... 173
Blind spot information (BSI) System ........ 311
Bluetooth ® Audio ..................................... 213

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Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink ®..................... 224
Booster Seats (For Children) ....................... 61
Brake System ............................................. 318
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ................... 320
Brake Assist System ................................. 321
Fluid ........................................................ 361
Foot Brake ............................................... 319
Indicator ............................................ 66, 422
Parking Brake .......................................... 318
Brightness Control (Instrument Panel) .... 154
BSI (Blind spot information) System ........ 311
Bulb Replacement ..................................... 363
Back-Up Light and Taillight ...................... 368
Brake Light/Taillight/Rear Side Marker Light and
Rear Turn Signal Light Bulbs ................... 366
Fog Lights ................................................ 363
Front Turn Signal Light /Parking Light/Daytime
Running Light and Front Side Marker Light
Bulbs ..................................................... 365
Headlights ............................................... 363
High-Mount Brake Light .......................... 369
Rear License Plate Light............................ 369
Side Turn Signal Light /Emergency Indicator
Light ...................................................... 364
Bulb Specifications .................................... 430
C
Carbon Monoxide Gas ................................ 62
Cargo Hook ............................................... 175
Carrying Cargo .................................. 257, 259 CD Player
................................................... 202
Certification Label .................................... 432
Changing Bulbs ........................................ 363
Charging System Indicator ................. 68, 420
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 ............................... 389
Cleaning the Interior ................................ 387
Client Service Information ....................... 440
Climate Control System ............................ 180
Changing the Mode ................................ 180
Defrosting the Windshield and
Windows ............................................... 181
Dust and Pollen Filter............................... 386
Recirculation/Fresh Air Mode ................... 180
Sensors ................................................... 183
Synchronized Mode................................. 182
Using Automatic Climate Control ............ 180
Clock .......................................................... 118
CMBSTM (Collision Mitigation Braking
SystemTM) ................................................. 322 Coat Hook
................................................ 175
Collision Mitigation Braking System
TM
(CMBSTM) ................................................. 322
Compact Spare Tire .......................... 395, 431
Compass .................................................... 253
Console Compartment ............................. 172
Controls .................................................... 117
Coolant (Engine) ...................................... 358
Adding to the Radiator ........................... 359
Adding to the Reserve Tank .................... 358
Overheating ............................................ 418
Creeping (Automatic Transmission) ........ 274
Cross Traffic Monitor ............................... 335
Cruise Control .......................................... 279
Indicator ................................................... 76
Cup Holders .............................................. 173
Customized Features ....................... 100, 106
D
Daytime Running Lights .......................... 150
Dead Battery ............................................ 415
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows ................................................. 181
Detachable Anchor .................................... 34
Devices that Emit Radio Waves ............... 433
Dimming
Headlights .............................................. 147
Rearview Mirror ...................................... 159
Dipstick (Engine Oil) ................................ 354
Directional Signals (Turn Signal) ............. 147

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Index
Display Button.......................................... 191
Door Mirrors ............................................. 160
Doors ........................................................ 119
Auto Door Locking.................................. 130
Auto Door Unlocking .............................. 130
Door and Tailgate Open Indicator ............. 72
Door and Tailgate Open Message ............. 87
Keys........................................................ 119
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Inside...................................... 128
Locking/Unlocking the Doors
from the Outside................................... 123
Lockout Prevention System ..................... 126
DOT Tire Quality Grading ........................ 377
Driving ...................................................... 255
Automatic Transmission .......................... 274
Braking ................................................... 318
Cruise Control ........................................ 279
Off-Highway Driving Guidelines .............. 266
Shifting Gear .......................................... 275
Starting the Engine ................................. 268
Driving Position Memory System ............ 156
Dust and Pollen Filter .............................. 386
E
Elapsed Time.............................................. 99
Electric Power Steering (EPS) System Indicator ........................................... 72, 422
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ............ 309
Emergency ................................................ 427 Emissions Testing (Readiness Codes)
....... 435
Engine ....................................................... 432
Coolant ................................................... 358
Jump Starting .......................................... 415
Oil ........................................................... 353
Remote Engine Start ................................ 270
Starting ................................................... 268
Engine Coolant ......................................... 358
Adding to the Radiator ............................ 359
Adding to the Reserve Tank ..................... 358
Overheating ............................................ 418
Temperature Gauge .................................. 93
Engine Oil ................................................. 353
Adding .................................................... 355
Checking ................................................. 354
Displaying Oil Life .................................... 347
Low Oil Pressure Indicator .................. 67, 420
Recommended Engine Oil ........................ 353
ENGINE START/STOP Button .................... 144
EPS (Electric Power Steering) System ............................................... 72, 422
Exhaust Gas Hazard
(Carbon Monoxide) .................................. 62
Exterior Care (Cleaning) ........................... 389
Exterior Mirrors ........................................ 160
F
Features.................................................... 185
Filters Dust and Pollen ....................................... 386
Oil ........................................................... 356
Flat Tire ............................................. 395, 401
Floor Mats ................................................. 388
Fluids
Automatic Transmission .......................... 360
Brake ...................................................... 361
Engine Coolant ....................................... 358
Windshield Washer ................................. 362
Fog Light Indicator ..................................... 74
Folding Down the Rear Seats .................. 167
Foot Brake ................................................ 319
Front Airbags (SRS) ..................................... 40
Front Seats ................................................ 162
Adjusting ................................................ 162
Front Sensor Camera ................................ 282
Fuel ...................................................... 17, 339
Economy ................................................. 341
Gauge ....................................................... 93
Instant Fuel Economy ................................ 98
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 69
Range ....................................................... 99
Recommendation .................................... 339
Refueling................................................. 339
Fuel Economy ........................................... 341
Fuel Fill Cap ........................................ 17, 340
Message.................................................. 421
Fuel Fill Door ...................................... 17, 340