2022 ACURA RDX heating

Contents
This owner’s manual should be considered a permanent part of the
vehicle and should remain with the vehicle when it is sold.
The Navigation Manual is available online at owners.acura.com
(U.S.) or acura.ca (Canada). If you are the firs t registered owner
of your vehicle, you may request a complimentary printed
copy of the Navigation Manual within the first six months of
vehicle purchase. To request a copy, visit owners.acura.com. In
Canada, please request a copy from your Acura dealer.
This owner’s manual covers all models of your vehicle. You may find
descriptions of equipment and features that are not on your
particular model.
Images throughout this owner’s manu al (including the front cover)
represent features and equipment that are available on some, but
not all, models. Your particular mo del may not have some of these
features.
This owner’s manual is for vehicles sold in the United States and
Canada.
The information and specifications in cluded in this publication were
in effect at the time of approval for printing. Honda Motor Co., Ltd.
reserves the right, however, to discontinue or change specifications
or design at any time without notice and without incurring any
obligation.2 Safe Driving P. 31
For Safe Driving P. 32 Seat Belts P. 37 Airbags P. 46
2Instrument Panel P. 79
Indicators P. 80 Gauges and Displays P. 136
2Controls P. 153
Clock P. 154 Locking and Unlocking the Doors P. 156
Panoramic Roof P. 189
Seats P. 216
2 Features P. 253
Audio System P. 254 Audio System Basic Operation P. 260
Customized Features P. 359 HomeLink® Universal Transceiver P. 386
2 Driving P. 429
Before Driving P. 430 Towing a Trailer P. 435
Braking P. 545Parking Your Vehicle P. 554
Fuel Economy and CO2 Emissions P. 577 Turbo Engine Vehicle P. 578
2 Maintenance P. 579
Before Performing Maintenance P. 580 Maintenance MinderTM P. 583
Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades P. 607
Climate Control System Main tenance P. 625 Cleaning P. 627
2Handling the Unexpected P. 635
Tools P. 636 If a Tire Goes Flat P. 637
Overheating P. 665 Indicator, Coming On/Blinking P. 667
If You Cannot Unlock the Fuel Fill Door P. 682
2 Information P. 685
Specifications P. 686 Identification Numbers P. 688
Warranty Coverages P. 693 Authorized Manuals P. 696
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Quick Reference Guide
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Handling the Unexpected (P 635)
Flat Tire (P 637)
●Park in a safe location and repair the flat
tire using the tire repair kit.
●Park in a safe location and replace the
flat tire with the compact spare tire
located under the cargo area.
Indicators Come On (P 667)
●Identify the indicator and consult the
owner’s manual.
Vehicles with tire repair kit
Vehicles with a compact spare tire
Engine Won’t Start (P 660)
●If the battery is dead, jump start using a
booster battery.
Blown Fuse (P 674)
●Check for a blown fuse if an electrical
device does not operate.
Overheating (P 665)
●Park in a safe location. If you do not see
steam under the hood, open the hood,
and let the engine cool down.
Emergency Towing (P 681)
●Call a professional towing service if you
need to tow your vehicle.
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uuIndicators uMulti-Information Display Warn ing and Information Messages
Instrument Panel
MessageConditionExplanation
●Appears when you set the power mode to ON again
and the vehicle is able to run.
2Starting the Engine P. 443
●Appears when the engine stops without the
transmission in
(P, and does not restart
automatically.
●Appears if you open the hood while Auto Idle Stop
activates.
●If you want to set the power mode to ON, put the
transmission into
(P.●If you want to start the engine, follow the normal
procedure.
2 Starting the Engine P. 443
●Appears when the washer fluid is low.●Refill the washer fluid.
2Refilling Window Washer Fluid P. 602
•Appears if there is a problem with the cooling
system.•Drive slowly to prevent ov erheating and have your
vehicle checked by a dealer as soon as possible.
Canadian models
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uuIndicators uMulti-Information Display Warning and Information Messages
Continued
Instrument Panel
MessageConditionExplanation
●Appears when the starter system has a problem.●As a temporary measure, press and hold the ENGINE
START/STOP button for up to 15 seconds while
pressing the brake pedal, manually start the engine.
Have your vehicle checked by a dealer.
• Appears when the engine oil pressure is low.•Appears while driving - Immediately stop in a safe
place.
2 If the Engine Oil Pressure Low Warning Appears
P. 667
●Appears when the engine coolant temperature gets
abnormally high.
2 Overheating P. 665
U.S.
Canada
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Instrument Panel
Gauges and Displays
Gauges
Gauges include the speedometer, fuel gauge, and other related indicators.
They are displayed when the power mode is in ON.
Displays your driving speed in mph (U.S.) or km/h (Canada).
Shows the number of engine revolutions per minute.
Displays the amount of fuel left in the fuel tank.
Displays the temperature of the engine coolant.
■Speedometer
■Tachometer
■Fuel Gauge
■Temperature Gauge
1 Fuel Gauge
NOTICE
You should refuel when the reading approaches .
Running out of fuel can cause the engine to misfire,
damaging the cata lytic converter.
The actual amount of remain ing fuel may differ from
the fuel gauge reading.E
1 Temperature Gauge
NOTICE
Driving with the temperat ure gauge pointer in the
upper zone can cause serious engine damage. Pull
safely to the side of th e road and allow engine
temperature to return to normal.
2 Overheating P. 665
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Maintenance
Checking and Maintaining Tires
Checking Tires
To safely operate your vehicle, your tires must be of the proper type and size, in
good condition with adequate tread, and properly inflated.
■Inflation guidelines
Properly inflated tires provide the best combination of handlin g, tread life, and comfort.
Refer to the driver’s doorjamb label or spec ifications page for the specified pressure.
Underinflated tires wear unevenly, adversely affect handling and fuel economy, and
are more likely to fail from overheating.
Overinflated tires make your vehicle ride harshly, are more prone to road hazards,
and wear unevenly.
Every day before you drive, look at each of the tires. If one looks lower than the
others, check the pressure with a tire gauge.
At least once a month or before long trips, use a gauge to measure the pressure in
all tires, including the spare
*. Even tires in good condition can lose 1–2 psi (10–20
kPa, 0.1–0.2 kgf/cm2) per month.
■Inspection guidelines
Every time you check inflation, also examine the tires and valve stems.
Look for:
• Bumps or bulges on the side or in the tread . Replace the tire if you find any cuts,
splits, or cracks in the si de of the tire. Replace it if you see fabric or cord.
• Remove any foreign objects and inspect for air leaks.
• Uneven tread wear. Have a deal er check the wheel alignment.
• Excessive tread wear.
2 Wear Indicators P. 617
•Cracks or other damage around valve stem.
1Checking Tires
Measure the air pressure when tires are cold. This
means the vehicle has been parked for at least three
hours, or driven less than 1 mile (1.6 km). If
necessary, add or releas e air until the specified
pressure is reached.
If checked when hot, tire pressure can be as much as
4–6 psi (30–40 kPa, 0.3–0.4 kgf/cm
2) higher than if
checked when cold.
Have a dealer check the tires if you feel a consistent
vibration while driving. Ne w tires and any that have
been removed and reinst alled should be properly
balanced.
3WARNING
Using tires that are excessively worn or
improperly inflated can cause a crash in
which you can be seriously hurt or killed.
Follow all instruction s in this owner’s
manual regarding ti re inflation and
maintenance.
* Not available on all models
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Handling the Unexpected
This chapter explains how to handle unexpected troubles.
Tools.................................................. 636
If a Tire Goes Flat
Changing a Flat Tire ......................... 637
Temporarily Repairi ng a Flat Tire....... 645
Handling of the Jack ......................... 659
Engine Does Not Start Checking the Engine ........................ 660
If the Keyless Remote Battery is Weak ...661
Emergency Engine Stop ................... 662
Vehicles with a compact spare tire
Vehicles with temporary tire repair kit
Models with temporary tire repair kit
If the Battery Is DeadJump Starting Procedure .................. 663
Overheating ...................................... 665
Indicator, Coming On/Blinking
If the Engine Oil Pressure Low Warning
Appears ............................................. 667
If the Charging System Indicator Comes On .. 668If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes On or Blinks ................................... 668
If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On or Blinks ....................................... 669
If the Electric Power Steering (EPS) System
Indicator Comes On ........................... 670
If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On or Blinks at the Same Time When the Brake
System Indicator (Amber) Comes On .....671
If the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator Comes On or Blinks ....................... 672
If the Transmission System Indicator Blinks along with the Warning Message .... 673
Fuses .................................................. 674
Emergency Towing ........................... 681
If You Cannot Unlock the Fuel Fill Door.. 682If You Cannot Open the Tailgate .... 683
Refueling ........................................... 684
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Handling the Unexpected
Overheating
How to Handle Overheating
Overheating symptoms are as follows:
•The temperature gauge is at the mark or the engine suddenly loses power.
• Engine Temperature Too Hot. Do No t Drive. Allow Engine To Cool.
message appears on the multi-information display.
• 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 at
the mark may damage the engine.
3WARNING
Steam and spray from an overheated
engine can seri ously scald you.
Do not open the hood if steam is coming
out.
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