2018 Acura RDX oil dipstick

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Maintenance
Maintenance Under the Hood
Maintenance Items Under the Hood
Brake Fluid
(Black Cap)
Engine Coolant
Reserve Tank
Radiator Cap
Washer Fluid
(Blue Cap)
Engine Oil Dipstick
(Orange Loop)
Engine Oil Fill Cap
Automatic
Transmission Fluid
Dipstick (Yellow Loop)Battery

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uuMaintenance Under the Hood uOil Check
Maintenance
Oil Check
We recommend that you check the engi ne oil level every time you refuel.
Park the vehicle on level ground.
Wait approximately three minutes after turn ing the engine off before you check the
oil. 1.Remove the dipstick (orange loop).
2. Wipe the dipstick with a clean cloth or
paper towel.
3. Insert the dipstick back all the way into its
hole.
4. Remove the dipstick again, and check the
level. It should be between the upper and
lower marks. Add oil if necessary.1Oil Check
If the oil level is near or below the lower mark, slowly
add oil being careful not to overfill.
Lower MarkUpper Mark

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uuMaintenance Under the Hood uAdding Engine Oil
Maintenance
Adding Engine Oil
1. Unscrew and remove the engine oil fill cap.
2. Add oil slowly.
3. Reinstall the engine oil fill cap, and tighten
it securely.
4. Wait for three minutes and recheck the
engine oil dipstick.1Adding Engine Oil
If any oil spills, wipe it up immediately. Spilled oil may
damage the engine compartment components.
NOTICE
Do not fill the engine oil above the upper mark.
Overfilling the engine oil can result in leaks and
engine damage.
Engine Oil
Fill Cap

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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.
Oil Filter

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Index
Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink ®..................... 226
Booster Seats (For Children) ....................... 63
Brake System ............................................. 320
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ................... 322
Brake Assist System ................................. 323
Fluid ........................................................ 363
Foot Brake ............................................... 321
Indicator ............................................ 68, 424
Parking Brake .......................................... 320
Brightness Control (Instrument Panel) .... 156
BSI (Blind spot information) System ........ 313
Bulb Replacement ..................................... 365
Back-Up Light and Taillight ...................... 370
Brake Light/Taillight/Rear Side Marker Light and
Rear Turn Signal Light Bulbs ................... 368
Fog Lights ................................................ 365
Front Turn Signal Light /Parking Light/Daytime
Running Light and Front Side Marker Light
Bulbs ..................................................... 367
Headlights ............................................... 365
High-Mount Brake Light .......................... 371
Rear License Plate Light............................ 371
Side Turn Signal Light /Emergency Indicator
Light ...................................................... 366
Bulb Specifications .................................... 432
C
Carbon Monoxide Gas ................................ 64
Cargo Hook ............................................... 177
Carrying Cargo .................................. 259, 261 CD Player
................................................... 204
Certification Label .................................... 434
Changing Bulbs ........................................ 365
Charging System Indicator ................. 70, 422
Child Safety ................................................. 52
Childproof Door Locks............................. 131
Child Seat .................................................... 52
Booster Seats ............................................ 63
Child Seat for Infants................................. 54
Child Seat for Small Children ..................... 55
Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/Shoulder Seat
Belt ......................................................... 59
Larger Children ......................................... 62
Rear-facing Child Seat ............................... 54
Selecting a Child Seat ................................ 56
Childproof Door Locks ............................. 131
Cleaning the Exterior ............................... 391
Cleaning the Interior ................................ 389
Client Service Information ....................... 442
Climate Control System ............................ 182
Changing the Mode ................................ 182
Defrosting the Windshield and
Windows ............................................... 183
Dust and Pollen Filter............................... 388
Recirculation/Fresh Air Mode ................... 182
Sensors ................................................... 185
Synchronized Mode................................. 184
Using Automatic Climate Control ............ 182
Clock .......................................................... 120
CMBSTM (Collision Mitigation Braking
SystemTM) ................................................. 324 Coat Hook
................................................ 177
Collision Mitigation Braking System
TM
(CMBSTM) ................................................. 324
Compact Spare Tire .......................... 397, 433
Compass .................................................... 255
Console Compartment ............................. 174
Controls .................................................... 119
Coolant (Engine) ...................................... 360
Adding to the Radiator ........................... 361
Adding to the Reserve Tank .................... 360
Overheating ............................................ 420
Creeping (Automatic Transmission) ........ 276
Cross Traffic Monitor ............................... 337
Cruise Control .......................................... 281
Indicator ................................................... 78
Cup Holders .............................................. 175
Customized Features ....................... 102, 108
D
Daytime Running Lights .......................... 152
Dead Battery ............................................ 417
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows ................................................. 183
Detachable Anchor .................................... 36
Devices that Emit Radio Waves ............... 435
Dimming
Headlights .............................................. 149
Rearview Mirror ...................................... 161
Dipstick (Engine Oil) ................................ 356
Directional Signals (Turn Signal) ............. 149