2023 ACURA RDX towing

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 ma nual (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. 555
Fuel Economy and CO2 Emissions P. 578 Turbo Engine Vehicle P. 579
2 Maintenance P. 581
Before Performing Maintenance P. 582 Maintenance MinderTM P. 585
Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades P. 609
Climate Control System Main tenance P. 627 Cleaning P. 629
2Handling the Unexpected P. 639
Tools P. 640 If a Tire Goes Flat P. 641
Overheating P. 669 Indicator, Coming On/Blinking P. 671
If You Cannot Unlock the Fuel Fill Door P. 686
2 Information P. 689
Specifications P. 690 Identification Numbers P. 692
Warranty Coverages P. 697 Authorized Manuals P. 700
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Contents
Child Safety P. 64Exhaust Gas Hazard P. 77Safety Labels P. 78
Tailgate P. 173 Security System P. 183 Windows 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. 565 Surround View Camera System*P. 567 Refueling P. 575
Maintenance Under the Hood P. 592 Replacing Light Bulbs P. 605
Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 614 Battery P. 623 Remote Transmitter Care P. 625
Accessories and Modifications P. 636
Handling of the Jack P. 663 Engine Does Not Start P. 664If the Battery Is Dead P. 667
Fuses P. 678 Emergency Towing P. 685
If You Cannot Open the Tailgate P. 687 Refueling P. 688
Devices that Emit Radio Waves P. 693 Reporting Safety Defects P. 694 Emissions Testing P. 695
Client Service Information P. 701
Quick Reference GuideP. 6
Safe DrivingP. 31
Instrument PanelP. 79
ControlsP. 153
FeaturesP. 253
DrivingP. 429
MaintenanceP. 581
Handling the UnexpectedP. 639
InformationP. 689
IndexP. 702
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Quick Reference Guide
27
Handling the Unexpected (P 639)
Flat Tire (P 641)
●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 671)
●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 664)
●If the battery is dead, jump start using a
booster battery.
Blown Fuse (P 678)
●Check for a blown fuse if an electrical
device does not operate.
Overheating (P 669)
●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 685)
●Call a professional towing service if you
need to tow your vehicle.
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uuIndicators u
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Instrument Panel
IndicatorNameOn/BlinkingExplanationMessage
Transmission
System
Indicator
•The current gear position or all the
gear positions blink if there is a
problem with the transmission and
the vehicle is no longer able to run.•Immediately park your car in a safe place.
2 Emergency Towing P. 685
•Have your vehicle checked by a dealer.
•The current gear position or all the
gear positions blink if there is a
problem with the transmission and
it is not possible to select
(P.
•Depending on the circumstances, you can
set the power mode to ON as an
emergency measure.
2 If the Transmission System Indicator
Blinks along with the Warning
Message P. 677
•While the vehicle is stopped, apply the
parking brake.
• Have your vehicle checked by a dealer
immediately.
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429
Driving
This chapter discusses driving and refueling.
Before Driving................................... 430
Towing a Trailer ................................ 435
Off-Highway Driving Guidelines ..... 441
When Driving Starting the Engine .......................... 443
Precautions While Driving................. 449
Automatic Transmission ................... 450
Shifting ............................................ 451
Acura Integrated Dynamics System... 459
Auto Idle Stop .................................. 464
Vehicle Stability AssistTM (VSA®), aka Electronic
Stability Control (ESC), System ................. 471
Agile Handling Assist ....................... 473 Super Handling-All Wheel Drive
TM (SH-
AWD® )*......................................... 474
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
with Tire Fill Assist .......................... 475
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) - Required Federal Explanation ......... 477
Blind Spot Information System ......... 479
AcuraWatch
TM................................... 483
Collision Mitigati on Braking SystemTM
(CMBSTM) ....................................... 486
Low Speed Braking Control*............ 497
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low
Speed Follow ................................. 502 Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) .. 522
Road Departure Miti
gation System... 530
Traffic Sign Recognition System ....... 535
Front Sensor Camera ....................... 541
Radar Sensor ................................... 543
Sonar Sensors
*................................ 544
Braking .............................................. 545
Parking Your Vehicle ........................ 555
Multi-View Rear Camera
*................ 565
Surround View Camera System*..... 567
Refueling ........................................... 575
Fuel Economy and CO
2 Emissions .... 578
Turbo Engine Vehicle ....................... 579
* Not available on all models
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uuBefore Driving uMaximum Load Limit
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Driving
Maximum Load Limit
The maximum load for your ve hicle is 838 lbs (380 kg).
See the Tire and Loading Information label attached to the driver’s
doorjamb.
This figure includes the total weig ht of all occupants, cargo, and
accessories, and the tongue load if you are towing a trailer.
Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit -
(1) Locate the statement “The combined weight of occupants and
cargo should never exceed XXX kg or XXX lbs.” on your
vehicle’s placard.
(2) Determine the combined weight of the driver and passengers
that will be riding in your vehicle.
(3) Subtract the combined weight of the driver and passengers
from XXX kg or XXX lbs.
(4) The resulting figure equals the available amount of cargo and
luggage load capacity. For example, if the “XXX” amount
equals 1,400 lbs. and there will be five 150 lb. passengers in
your vehicle, the am ount of available cargo and luggage load
capacity is 650 lbs. (1,400 - 750 (5 x 150) = 650 lbs.)1 Maximum Load Limit
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR):
The maximum allowable weight of the vehicle, all
occupants, all a ccessories, all cargo, and the tongue
load. 2 Specifications P. 690
Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR):
The maximum allowable weight of the vehicle axle. 2 Specifications P. 690
3WARNING
Overloading or improper loading
can affect handling and stability
and cause a crash in which you
can be hurt or killed.
Follow all load limits and other
loading guidelines in this manual.
Label Example
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uuBefore Driving uMaximum Load Limit
434
Driving
(5) Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being
loaded on the vehicle. That we ight may not safely exceed the
available cargo and luggage load capacity calculated in step 4.
(6) If your vehicle will be towing a trailer, load from your trailer will
be transferred to your vehicl e. Consult this manual to
determine how this reduces the available cargo and luggage
load capacity of your vehicle.
In addition, the total weight of the vehicle, all occupants,
accessories, cargo, and trailer tongue load must not exceed the
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVW R) or the Gross Axle Weight
Rating (GAWR). Both are on a label on the driver’s doorjamb.
Load Limits Example
Example1
Max Load 838 lbs
(380 kg) Passenger Weight
150 lbs x 2 = 300 lbs (68 kg x 2 = 136 kg) Cargo Weight
538 lbs (244 kg)
Example2 Max Load 838 lbs
(380 kg) Passenger Weight
150 lbs x 5 = 750 lbs (68 kg x 5 = 340 kg) Cargo Weight
88 lbs (40 kg)
1 Maximum Load Limit
Towing a Trailer:
See Towing a Trailer to determine whether your
vehicle is designed to tow a trailer.
2 Towing a Trailer P. 435
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435Continued
Driving
Towing a Trailer
Towing Preparation
Your vehicle can tow a trailer if you carefully observe the load limits, use the proper
equipment, and follow the towing guidelin es. Check the load limits before driving.
■Total trailer weight
Do not exceed the maximum allowable
weight of the trailer, cargo, and everything in
or on it shown in the table. Towing loads in
excess of this can seriously affect vehicle
handling and performance and can damage
the engine and drivetrain.
Each weight limit is calculated based on the following conditions:
• Occupants fill seats from the front of the vehicle to the back
• Each occupant weighs 150 lbs (68 kg)
• Each occupant has 17.6 lbs (8 kg) cargo in the cargo area.
Any additional weight, cargo or accessories reduce the maximum trailer weight and
maximum tongue load.
■Towing Load Limits1 Towing Load Limits
Check if all loads are within limits at a public scale.
If a public scale is not av ailable, add the estimated
weight of your cargo load to the weight of your
trailer (as quoted by th e manufacturer), and the
tongue load.
When using a detachable towing device, always
remove the towing device when not in use and only
install it when towing so that it does not cover or hide
anything on the rear of your vehicle, such as the
exterior lights or licence plate.
Break-in Period.
Avoid towing a trailer duri ng your vehicle’s first 600
miles (1,000 km).
Never exceed the gross weight ratings.
Gross weight information 2 Vehicle Specifications P. 690
3WARNING
Exceeding any load limit or improperly
loading your vehicle and trailer can cause a
crash in which you can be seriously hurt or
killed.
Check the loading of your vehicle and
trailer carefully before starting to drive.
Total Load
Number of occupants2WD modelsAWD models
21,500 lbs (680 kg)1,500 lbs (680 kg)
31,500 lbs (680 kg)1,300 lbs (590 kg)
41,400 lbs (635 kg)1,150 lbs (522 kg)
5600 lbs (272 kg)600 lbs (272 kg)
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