2018 Acura RDX Keyless battery

387
uuRemote Transmitter Care uReplacing the Button Battery
Maintenance
If the indicator does not come on when the button is pressed, replace the battery.
1. Remove the built-in key.
u As a convenience, lightly place masking
tape over the remote buttons to hold
them in place.
2. Remove the upper half by carefully prying
on the edge with a coin.
u Wrap a coin with a cloth to prevent
scratching the transmitter.
3. Press down on the center of the assembly
and remove the battery.
u When removing the button battery, be
careful not to touch parts around it.
4. Make sure to replace the battery with the
correct polarity.
Models with two-way keyless access remote1Replacing the Button Battery
NOTICE
The Remote transmitter is equipped with two
batteries: A standard replaceable CR2032 coin
button battery and an in tegral non-replaceable
rechargeable battery. To prevent permanent damage
to the rechargeable battery, replace the CR2032
battery every three to four years.
Models with two-way keyless access remote
Battery type: CR2032
Battery

395
Handling the Unexpected
This chapter explains how to handle unexpected troubles.
ToolsTypes of Tools .................................. 396
If a Tire Goes Flat Changing a Flat Tire
*....................... 397
Temporarily Repair ing a Flat Tire*..... 403
Engine Does Not Start Checking the Engine ........................ 414
If the Keyless Access Remote Battery is Weak ............................................. 415
Emergency Engine Stop ................... 416
Jump Starting .................................... 417
Shift Lever Does Not Move .............. 419Overheating
How to Handle Overheating............. 420
Indicator, Coming On/Blinking
If the Low Oil Pressure Indicator Comes On ............................................. 422
If the Charging System Indicator Comes
On ................................................. 422
If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes On or Blinks ................................... 423
If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On .................................................... 424
If the Electric Power Steering (EPS) System
Indicator Comes On............................ 424
If the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator Comes On or Blinks ....................... 425
Fuses Fuse Locations ................................. 426
Inspecting and Changing Fuses ........ 428
Emergency Towing ........................... 429
When You Cannot Open the Tailgate..... 430
* Not available on all models

414
Handling the Unexpected
Engine Does Not Start
Checking the Engine
If the engine does not start, check the starter.
Starter conditionChecklist
Starter doesn’t turn or turns
over slowly.
The battery may be dead. Check
each of the items on the right and
respond accordingly.Check for a message on the multi-information display.
●If the TO START, HOLD REMOTE NEAR START BUTTON /To Start, Hold Remote Near Start
Button message appears
2If the Keyless Access Remote Battery is Weak P. 415
uMake sure the keyless access remo te is in its operating range.
2ENGINE START/STOP Button P. 146
Check brightness of the interior lights.
Turn on the interior lights and check the brightness.
●If the interior lights are dim or do not come on at all
2Battery P. 385●If the interior lights come on normally 2 Fuses P. 426
The starter turns over normally
but the engine doesn’t start.
There may be a problem with the
fuse. Check each of the items on
the right and respond accordingly. Review the engine start procedure.
Follow its instructions, and try to start the engine again.
2
Starting the Engine P. 270
Check the immobilizer system indicator.
When the immobilizer system indicator is blinking, the engine cannot be started.
2Immobilizer System P. 139
Check the fuel level.
There should be enough fuel in the tank.
2 Fuel Gauge P. 95
Check the fuse.
Check all fuses, or have the vehicle checked by a dealer.
2Inspecting and Changing Fuses P. 428
If the problem continues:
2Emergency Towing P. 429
1Checking the Engine
If you must start the vehi cle immediately, use an
assisting vehicle to jump start it.
2 Jump Starting P. 417

415
uuEngine Does Not Start uIf the Keyless Access Remote Battery is Weak
Handling the Unexpected
If the Keyless Access Re mote Battery is Weak
If the beeper sounds, the TO START, HOLD REMOTE NEAR START BUTTON /To
Start, Hold Remote Near Start Button message appears on the multi-information
display, the indicator on the ENGINE START/STOP button flashes, and the engine
won’t start, start the engine as follows. 1.Touch the center of the ENGINE START/
STOP button with the A logo on the keyless
access remote while the indicator on the
ENGINE START/STOP button is flashing.
The buttons on the keyless access remote
should be facing you.
u The indicator flashes for about 30
seconds.
2. Depress the brake pedal and press the
ENGINE START/STOP button within 10
seconds after the beeper sounds and the
indicator changes from flashing to on.
u If you don’t depress the pedal, the mode
will change to ACCESSORY.
HOLD

447
Index
System Message ....................................... 77
Transmission ............................................. 70
Turn Signal ............................................... 75
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA®)
System ............................................ 73, 311
VSA ® OFF.......................................... 73, 312
Information .............................................. 431
Instrument Panel ........................................ 67
Brightness Control .................................. 156
Interior Lights ........................................... 171
Interior Rearview Mirror ......................... 161
iPod ®......................................................... 207
J
Jack (Wheel Nut Wrench) ........................ 400
Jump Starting ........................................... 417
K
Key Number Tag ...................................... 123
Keyless Access System .............................. 125
Keyless Lockout Prevention ..................... 128
Keys ........................................................... 121
Lockout Prevention ................................. 128
Number Tag............................................ 123
Rear Door Won’t Open ........................... 131
Remote Transmitter ................................ 127
Two-way Keyless Access
Remote ................................. 121, 129, 272
Types and Functions................................ 121 Kickdown (Automatic Transmission)
....... 276
L
Lane Departure Warning (LDW).............. 299
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) ......... 303
Language (HFL) ......................................... 227
LATCH (Child Seats) .............................. 57, 60
LDW (Lane Departure Warning) .............. 299
Lights ................................................. 149, 365
Automatic ............................................... 150
Bulb Replacement .................................... 365
Daytime Running Lights ........................... 152
Fog Lights ................................................ 152
High Beam Indicator .................................. 75
Interior .................................................... 171
Light Switches ......................................... 149
Lights On Indicator .................................... 76
Turn Signals and Hazard Warning ............ 149
Load Limits ................................................ 261
Locking/Unlocking .................................... 121
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking .................. 132
Childproof Door Locks ............................. 131
From Inside .............................................. 130
From Outside ........................................... 125
Keys ........................................................ 121
Using a Key ............................................. 128
Lockout Prevention System ...................... 128
Low Battery Charge .................................. 422
Low Fuel Indicator ...................................... 71
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 69, 422Lower Anchors
...................................... 57, 60
Luggage (Maximum Load Limit) ............. 261
Lumbar Support ....................................... 164M
Maintenance............................................. 345
Battery .................................................... 385
Brake Fluid .............................................. 363
Cleaning ................................................. 389
Climate Control System ........................... 388
Coolant ................................................... 360
Maintenance Minder
TM............................ 349
Oil ........................................................... 356
Precautions ............................................. 346
Radiator .................................................. 361
Remote Transmitter ......................... 386, 387
Replacing Light Bulbs .............................. 365
Safety...................................................... 347
Service Items ........................................... 351
Tires ........................................................ 376
Transmission Fluid ................................... 362
Under the Hood ...................................... 353
Malfunction Indicator Lamp .............. 69, 423
Map Lights ................................................ 171
Maximum Load Limit ............................... 261
Meters, Gauges ........................................... 95