2019 Acura RDX Cargo

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Handling the Unexpected
Tools
Types of Tools
1Types of Tools
The tools are stored in the cargo area.
Wheel Nut Wrench/
Jack HandleJack
Jack Handle Bar
Vehicles with a compact spare tire
Vehicles with temporary tire repair kit
FunnelFunnel
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Handling the Unexpected
4. Remove the cover and the rubber plug on
the cargo area lining to access the shaft
for the spare tire hoist.
5. Put the wheel nut wrench with the jack
handle bar on the hoist shaft.
Turn the wrench to the left to lower the
spare tire to the ground.
6. Keep turning the wh eel nut wrench to
create slack in the cable.
7. Remove the bracket from the spare tire.Cover
Rubber plug
Jack Handle Bar
Wheel Nut Wrench
Bracket
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uuIf a Tire Goes Flat uChanging a Flat Tire
Handling the Unexpected
1. Put the Flat tire in the storage bag provided
with your vehicle.
u The storage bag is in the tool case.
2. Knot the top of the storage bag.
3. Securely put the jack and wheel nut wrench
back in the tool case.
4. Bore through the bag, and pass the holding
belt through the hole of the bag and the
wheel of the flat tire as shown.
5. Place the flat tire in the cargo area, and
thread the belt through the cargo hook as
shown.
6. Pass the belt through the ring, and tighten
the belt to secure the flat tire in place.
■Storing the Flat Tire1Storing the Flat Tire
3WARNING
Loose items can fly around the interior in a
crash and can seriously injure the
occupants.
Store the wheel, jack, and tools securely
before driving.
Belt
Cargo Hook
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uuIf a Tire Goes Flat uTemporarily Repairing a Flat Tire
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Handling the Unexpected
You can use the kit to inflate a non-punctured under-inflated tire.
1.Open the cargo area floor lid.
2 Getting Ready to Temporarily Repair
the Flat Tire P. 588
2.Push the tabs to open the tool box lid.
3. Remove the kit from the box.
4. Place the kit, face up, on flat ground near
the flat tire, away from traffic. Do not
place the kit on its side.
5. Remove the sealant/air hose from the kit.
6. Remove the valve cap.
7. Attach the sealant/air hose onto the tire
valve stem. Screw it until it is tight.
■Inflating an Under-inflated Tire1Inflating an Under-inflated Tire
NOTICE
Do not operate the temporary tire repair kit
compressor for more than 15 minutes. The
compressor can overheat and become permanently
damaged.
3WARNING
Running the engine with the vehicle in an
enclosed or even partly enclosed area can
cause a rapid build-up of toxic carbon
monoxide.
Breathing this colorless, odorless gas can
cause unconsciousness and even death.
Only run the engine to power the air
compressor with th e vehicle outdoors.Sealant/Air Hose
Valve Cap
Valve Stem
Sealant/Air Hose
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Handling the Unexpected
When You Cannot Unlock the Fuel Fill Door
If you cannot unlock the fuel fill door, use the following procedure.
1.Open the tailgate.
2. Push the tabs to open the cover on the left
side of cargo area.
3. Pull the release lever toward you.
u The release lever unlocks the fuel fill door
when it is pulled.
■What to Do When Unable to Unlock the Fuel Fill Door1What to Do When Unable to Unlock the Fuel Fill Door
After taking these steps, cont act a dealer to have the
vehicle checked.
Tab
Tab
Release Lever
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Handling the Unexpected
Refueling
Refueling From a Portable Fuel Container
If you have run out of fuel and need to refuel your vehicle from a portable fuel
container, use the funnel provided with your vehicle.
1.Turn off the engine.
2. Press on the edge of the fuel fill door to
make it pop up slightly.
u The fuel fill door opens.
3. Take the funnel out of tool box in the cargo
area.
2 Types of Tools P. 578
4.Place the end of the funnel on the lower
part of filler opening, then insert it slowly
and fully.
u Make sure that the end of the funnel
goes down along with the filler pipe.
5. Fill the tank with fuel from the portable fuel
container.
u Pour fuel carefully so you do not spill any.
6. Remove the funnel from the filler neck.
u Wipe up any fuel from the funnel before
storing it.
7. Shut the fuel fill door by hand.
1Refueling From a Portable Fuel Container
NOTICE
Do not insert the nozzle of a portable fuel container
or any funnel other than the one provided with your
vehicle. Doing so can damage the fuel system.
Do not try to pry open or push open the sealed fuel
tank with foreign objects. This can damage the fuel
system and its seal.
Make sure the fuel in the portable fuel container is
gasoline before you refuel.
3WARNING
Gasoline is highly flammable and explosive.
You can be burned or seriously injured
when handling fuel.
• Stop the engine, and keep heat, sparks,
and flame away.
• Handle fuel only outdoors.
• Wipe up spills immediately.Funnel
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Information
Specifications
■Vehicle Specifications
*1: 2WD models
*2: AWD models
■Air Conditioning
ModelAcura RDX
No. of Passengers:
Front 2
Rear 3
Total 5
Weights:Gross Vehicle
Weight RatingU.S.:4,784 lbs (2,170 kg)*1
5,027 lbs (2,280 kg)*2
Canada:2,280 kgGross Axle Weight
Rating (Front)U.S.:2,579 lbs (1,170 kg)*1
2,623 lbs (1,190 kg)*2
Canada:1,190 kgGross Axle Weight
Rating (Rear)U.S.:2,337 lbs (1,060 kg)*1
2,513 lbs (1,140 kg)*2
Canada:1,140 kg
Gross Combined Weight
Rating U.S.: 5,975 lbs (2,710 kg)
Canada:2,710 kg
Refrigerant TypeHFO-1234yf (R-1234yf)Charge Quantity17.8 – 19.6 oz (505 – 555 g)Lubricant TypeND-OIL14 (POE)Quantity4.3 – 5.2 cu-in (70 – 85 cc)
■
Engine Specifications
■ Fuel
■ Washer Fluid
Displacement121.76 cu-in (1,996 cm3)
Spark Plugs NGK DILKAR8P8SY
TypeUnleaded premium gasoline, Pump octane
number of 91 or higher
Fuel Tank Capacity 17.1 US gal (64.7 L)
Tank CapacityU.S.: 2.6 US qt (2.5 L)
Canada: 5.8 US qt (5.5 L)
■ Light Bulbs
■ Brake Fluid
Headlights (High Beam)LED
Headlights (Low Beam) LED
Fog Lights*LED
Parking/Daytime Running Lights LED
Front Turn Signal LightsLED
Side Turn Signal Lights
(on Door Mirrors) LED
Front Side Marker LightsLED
Brake Lights LED
Taillights/Rear Side Marker LightsLED
Taillights LED
Back-Up LightsLED
Rear Turn Signal Lights 21 W (PY21W Amber/Silver)
High-Mount Brake LightLED
Rear License Plate Light LED
Puddle Lights*LED
Interior Lights Map Lights LED
Ambient Lights LED
Vanity Mirror Lights 1.4 W
Door Courtesy Lights 3.4 W
Glove Box Light 1.4 W
Cargo Area Light LED
Door Inner Handle Lights LED
SpecifiedAcura Heavy Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3
* Not available on all models
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Index
Auxiliary Input Jack................................. 241
Average Fuel Economy ............................ 131
AWD ......................................................... 437
B
Battery ...................................................... 563
Charging System Indicator ................ 79, 609
Jump Starting ......................................... 604
Maintenance (Checking the Battery) ....... 563
Belts (Seat) .................................................. 35
Beverage Holders ..................................... 223
Blind spot information System ................ 438
Bluetooth ® Audio ..................................... 297
Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ®.................... 358
Booster Seats (For Children) ...................... 70
Brake System ............................................ 486
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) .................. 493
Automatic Brake Hold ............................. 491
Brake Assist System................................. 494
Fluid ....................................................... 543
Foot Brake .............................................. 490
Indicator ..................................... 75, 76, 610
Indicator (Red) ........................................ 612
Parking Brake.......................................... 486
Brightness Control (Instrument Panel) ... 198
Built-in Key ............................................... 147
Bulb Replacement .................................... 545
Back-Up Light and Taillight ..................... 548
Fog Lights ............................................... 545 Front Turn Signal,
Parking/Daytime
Running and Front Side Marker Lights ... 545
Headlights ............................................... 545
High-Mount Brake Light .......................... 548
Puddle Lights ........................................... 548
Rear License Plate Light ........................... 548
Rear Turn Signal Light Bulbs .................... 546
Side Turn Signal/Em ergency Indicator
Lights .................................................... 545
Taillights, Brake and Rear Side Marker
Lights .................................................... 547
Taillights/Brake and Back-Up Lights .......... 548
Bulb Specifications ................................... 628
C
CAMERA Button....................................... 508
Carbon Monoxide Gas ................................ 71
Carrying Cargo .................................. 399, 401
Certification Label .................................... 630
Changing Bulbs ......................................... 545
Charging System Indicator ................. 79, 609
Child Safety ................................................. 58
Childproof Door Locks ............................. 161
Child Seat .................................................... 58
Booster Seats ............................................. 70
Child Seat for Infants ................................. 60
Child Seat for Small Children ..................... 61
Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/Shoulder Seat Belt .................................................. 65
Larger Children .......................................... 69 Rear-facing Child Seat ............................... 60
Selecting a Child Seat ................................ 62
Childproof Door Locks ............................. 161
Cleaning the Exterior ............................... 571
Cleaning the Interior ................................ 569
Client Service Information ....................... 639
Climate Control System ............................ 230
Changing the Mode ................................ 230
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows ............................................... 232
Dust and Pollen Filter............................... 568
Rear Temperature Control Dial ................ 234
Recirculation/Fresh Air Mode ................... 230
Sensors ................................................... 235
Synchronized Mode................................. 233
Using Automatic Climate Control ............ 230
Clock .......................................................... 144
CMBSTM (Collision Mitigation Braking
SystemTM) ................................................. 446
Coat Hook ................................................. 225
Collision Mitigation Braking System
TM
(CMBSTM) ................................................. 446
Compact Spare Tire .......................... 579, 629
Console Compartment ............................. 222
Controls ..................................................... 143
Coolant (Engine) ...................................... 540
Adding to the Radiator ............................ 541
Adding to the Reserve Tank..................... 540
Overheating ............................................ 606
Creeping (Automatic Transmission) ........ 417
Cross Traffic Monitor ............................... 501
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