2022 ACURA RDX fuses

Contents
Child Safety P. 64Exhaust Gas Hazard P. 77Safety Labels P. 78
Tailgate P. 173 Security System P. 183Windows P. 186
Operating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel P. 193 Mirrors P. 213
Interior Convenience Items P. 230 Climate Control System P. 247
Audio Error Messages P. 332General Information on the Audio System P. 336
Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ® P. 389 AcuraLink ® P. 419
Off-Highway Driving Guidelines P. 441 When Driving P. 443 AcuraWatchTM P. 483
Multi-View Rear Camera* P. 564 Surround View Camera System*P. 566 Refueling P. 574
Maintenance Under the Hood P. 590 Replacing Light Bulbs P. 603
Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 612 Battery P. 621 Remote Transmitter Care P. 623
Accessories and Modifications P. 633
Handling of the Jack P. 659 Engine Does Not Start P. 660 If the Battery Is Dead P. 663
Fuses P. 674 Emergency Towing P. 681
If You Cannot Open the Tailgate P. 683 Refueling P. 684
Devices that Emit Radio Waves P. 689 Reporting Safety Defects P. 690 Emissions Testing P. 691
Client Service Information P. 697
Quick Reference GuideP. 6
Safe DrivingP. 31
Instrument PanelP. 79
ControlsP. 153
FeaturesP. 253
DrivingP. 429
MaintenanceP. 579
Handling the UnexpectedP. 635
InformationP. 685
IndexP. 698
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Maintenance
Accessories and Modifications
Accessories
When installing accessories, check the following:
• Do not install accessories on the windsh ield. They can obstruct your view and
delay your reaction to driving conditions.
• Do not install any accessories over areas marked SRS Airbag, on the sides or backs
of the front seats, on front or side pillars, or near the side windows.
Accessories installed in these areas may interfere with proper operation of the
vehicle’s airbags or may be propelled into you or another occupant if the airbags
deploy.
• Be sure electronic accessories do not overload electrical circuits or interfere with
proper operation of your vehicle.
2 Fuses P. 674
•Before installing any electro nic accessory, have the installer contact a dealer for
assistance. If possible, have a deal er inspect the final installation.
• It is recommended to use genuine Acura roof bicycle racks for carrying bicycles.
Do not install load-carrying (strap-type) accessory racks to the tailgate, as they
may interfere with normal operation, whic h may result in damage to the tailgate.
1Accessories and Modifications
Acura Genuine accessori es are recommended to
ensure proper operati on on your vehicle.
3WARNING
Improper accessories or modifications can
affect your vehicle’s handling, stability, and
performance, and cause a crash in which
you can be seriously hurt or killed.
Follow all instruction s in this owner’s
manual regarding accessories and
modifications.
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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
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 message appears
2If the Keyless Remote Battery is Weak P. 661
uMake sure the keyless remote is in its operating range.
2ENGINE START/STOP Button P. 193
The starter turns over normally
but the engine doesn’t start.
There may be a problem with a
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. 443
Check the immobilizer system indicator.
When the immobilizer system indicator is blinking, the engine cannot be started.
2Immobilizer System P. 183
Check the fuel level.
There should be enough fuel in the tank.
2 Fuel Gauge P. 136
Check the fuses.
Check all fuses, or have the vehicle checked by a dealer.
2Inspecting and Changing Fuses P. 680
If the problem continues:
2Emergency Towing P. 681
1Checking the Engine
If you must start the vehi cle immediately, use an
assisting vehicle or booster battery to jump start it.
2 If the Battery Is Dead P. 663
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Handling the Unexpected
Fuses
Fuse Locations
If any electrical devices are not working, set
the power mode to VEHICLE OFF (LOCK)
and check to see if any applicable fuse is
blown.
Fuse locations are shown on the fuse box
cover. Locate the fuse in question by the
fuse number and box cover number.
Located near the battery. Push the tabs to
open the box.
■Engine Compartment Fuse
Box Type A
Tab
■Circuit protected and fuse rating
Circuit ProtectedAmps
1−−
2− −
3IG1 VBSOL210 A
4 IG1 RR WIPER 10 A
5IG1 VSA10 A
6 HTR MTR 40 A
7DBW15 A
8TCU 15 A
9FI MAIN15 A
10 STARTER CUT 30 A
11INJ20 A
12 HAZARD 15 A
13TCU 210 A
14 TCU 3 10 A
15FET MODULE20 A
16 SUB FAN 30 A
17HORN15 A
18 BACK UP 10 A
19STOP7.5 A
20 FET MODULE 20 A
21VBU10 A
22 FRT DEICER*15 A
23IG COIL15 A
24 WASHER 15 A
25MAIN FAN30 A
26 STRLD 7.5 A
27IGPS10 A
28 − −
29R H/L LO10 A
30 L H/L LO 10 A
31VBACT10 A
32 IGPS (LAF) 10 A
33−−
Circuit ProtectedAmps
* Not available on all models
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uuFuses uFuse Locations
Continued
Handling the Unexpected
Fuse locations are shown on the fuse box
cover. Locate the fuse in question by the
fuse number and box cover number.
Located near the battery. Push the tabs to
open the box.
■Engine Compartment Fuse
Box Type B
Tab
■Circuit protected and fuse rating
Circuit ProtectedAmps
1
−(50 A)
ABS/VSA MTR40 A
F/B MAIN 250 A
F/B MAIN60 A
ABS VSA FSR40 A
WIPER30 A
IDLE STOP30 A
IDLE STOP30 A
2−−
3−−
44 WD*(30 A)
5IG MAIN 220 A
6 IG MAIN 30 A
7−−
8 DR P/SEAT 3 30 A
9EBB40 A
10 TRL SMALL*(7.5 A)
*1:Models without seat ventilator
*2:Models with seat ventilator
11PTG CLOSER MTR20 A
12 RR ACC SOCKET (20 A)
13DR P/SEAT 130 A
14 AS P/SEAT 2 30 A
15AS P/SEAT 130 A
16 RR DEF 40 A
17AMP30 A*1
40 A*2
18 SUNSHADE 20 A
19DR P/SEAT 230 A
20 AS P/SEAT 3 30 A
21SBW10 A
22 TRL HAZARD*(7.5 A)
23BMS10 A
24 PTG MTR 40 A
Circuit ProtectedAmps
* Not available on all models
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uuFuses uFuse Locations
Handling the Unexpected
Located near the + terminal on the battery.
Remove the cover on the + terminal (as
shown).
Replacement of this fuse should be done by
a dealer.
■Engine Compartment Fuse
Box Type C
Positive Battery
Terminal Cover
■Circuit protected and fuse rating
Circuit ProtectedAmps
aMAIN150 A
b−70 A
cR/B 170 A
dR/B 270 A
eEPS70 A
fFET60 A
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uuFuses uFuse Locations
Continued
Handling the Unexpected
Located under the dashboard.
Fuse locations are shown on the label on
the side panel.
Locate the fuse in question by the fuse
number and label number.
■Interior Fuse Box Type A
Fuse Label
Fuse Box
AB
■Circuit protected and fuse rating
Circuit ProtectedAmps
1BACK-UP LIGHT10 A
2STARTER MOTOR10 A
3OPTION10 A
4−−
5−−
6−(10 A)
7−−
8−−
9IG1 R/B15 A
10 DR REAR DOOR LOCK 10 A
11DR DOOR LOCK10 A
12 AS SIDE DOOR LOCK 10 A
13AS SIDE DOOR UNLOCK10 A
14 DR DOOR UNLOCK 10 A
15OPTION 210 A
16 SMART 10 A
17SUNROOF20 A
18
HEATED STRG WHEEL*(10 A)
19REAR LEFT P/W20 A
20 SRS 10 A
21FUEL PUMP20 A
22 FRONT ACC SOCKET 20 A
23LEFT H/L HI10 A
24 RIGHT H/L HI 10 A
25DRIVER P/W20 A
26 DR REAR DOOR UNLOCK 10 A
27ACCESSORY10 A
28 PASS SRS IND 10 A
29PDM10 A
30 ADS*(15 A)
31REAR RIGHT P/W20 A
32 − −
33TRANSMISSION10 A
34 ACG 10 A
35DRL10 A
36 A/C 10 A
37AUDIO15 A
38 DOOR LOCK 20 A
39AS P/W20 A
AREAR SEAT HEATER*20 A
B−−
Circuit ProtectedAmps
* Not available on all models
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