ABS Acura RDX 2013 User Guide

263Driving
RefuelingFuel Information■
Fuel recommendation
Use of lower octane gasoline can cause occasional metallic knocking noise in the
engine and will result in decreased engine performance.
Use of gasoline with a pump octane less than 87 can lead to engine damage.
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Top tier detergent gasoline
Because the level of detergency and additives in gasoline vary in the market, Acura
endorses the use of “TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline” where available to help
maintain the performance and reliability of your vehicle. TOP TIER Detergent
Gasoline meets a new gasoline standard jointly established by leading automotive
manufacturers to meet the needs of today ’s advanced engines.
Qualifying gasoline retailers will, in most cases, identify their gasoline as having met
“TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline” standards at the retail location. This fuel is
guaranteed to contain the proper level of detergent additives and be free of metallic
additives. The proper level of detergent additives, and absence of harmful metallic
additives in gasoline, help avoid build-up of deposits in your engine and emission
control system.
For further important fuel-related information for your vehicle, or on information on
gasoline that does not contain MMT, visit My Acura at owners.acura.com In
Canada, visit www.acura.ca for additional information on gasoline. For more
information on top tier gasoline, visit www.toptiergas.com .
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Fuel tank capacity: 15.9 US gal (60.5 liters)Unleaded premium gasoline, pump octane number 91 or higher
1Fuel Information
NOTICEWe recommend quality gasoline containing
detergent additives that help prevent fuel system and
engine deposits. In addition, in order to maintain
good performance, fuel economy, and emissions
control, we strongly recommend the use of gasoline
that does NOT contain harmful manganese-based
fuel additives such as MMT, if such gasoline is
available.
Use of gasoline with these additives may adversely
affect performance, and cause the malfunction
indicator lamp on your instrument panel to come on.
If this happens, contact a dealer for service. Some
gasoline today is blended with oxygenates such as
ethanol. Your vehicle is designed to operate on
oxygenated gasoline containing up to 10% ethanol
by volume. Do not use gasoline containing methanol.
If you notice any undesirable operating symptoms, try
another service station or switch to another brand of
gasoline.

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uuMaintenance Minder
TMuTo Use Maintenance Minder
TM
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Maintenance
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Maintenance Service Items
1Maintenance Service Items•Independent of the Maintenance Minder
information, replace the brake fluid every 3 years.•Inspect idle speed every 160,000 miles (256,000
km).•Adjust the valves during services A, B, 1, 2, or 3 if
they are noisy.
Maintenance Minder Message
System Message Indicator
Sub Items
Main
Item
*1: If the message
SERVICE does not appear more than 12 months after the display is reset, change the
engine oil every year.
# : See information on maintenance and emissions warranty.
*2: If you drive in dusty conditions, replace the air cleaner element every 15,000 miles (24,000 km).
*3: If you drive primarily in urban areas that have high concentrations of soot in the air from industry and from diesel-powered vehicles, replace the dust and pollen filter every 15,000 miles (24,000 km).CODE
Maintenance Main Items
A
●Replace engine oil
*1
B
●Replace engine oil
*1 and oil filter
●Inspect front and rear brakes, service as necessary●Check parking brake adjustment●Inspect tie rod ends, steering gearbox, and boots●Inspect suspension components●Inspect driveshaft boots●Inspect brake hoses and lines (Including ABS/VSA)●Inspect all fluid levels and condition of fluids●Inspect exhaust system
#
●Inspect fuel lines and connections
#
*4: If you drive regularly in very high temperatures (over 110 °F, 43 °C), in very low temperatures (under - 20 °F, -29 °C), or tow a trailer, replace every 60,000 miles/100,000 km.CODE
Maintenance Sub Items
1
●Rotate tires
2
●Replace air cleaner element
*2
●Replace dust and pollen filter
*3
●Inspect drive belt
3●Replace transmission and transfer fluid
*
4
●Replace spark plugs●Replace timing belt and inspect water pump
*4
●Inspect valve clearance
5●Replace engine coolant
6
●Replace rear differential fluid
*
* Not available on all models

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uuReplacing Light Bulbs uRear License Plate Light Bulb
Maintenance
Rear License Plate Light BulbWhen replacing, use the following bulb.
1.Remove the cover by prying on the edge
using a flat-tip screwdriver.
u Wrap the flat-tip screwdriver with a cloth
to prevent scratches.
2. Push the tabs to remove the coupler.
3. Remove the old bulb.
4. Insert a new bulb.Rear License Plate Light: 5W
Bulb
Tab
Tab

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uuChecking and Maintaining Tires uTire and Wheel Replacement
Maintenance
Tire and Wheel ReplacementReplace your tires with radials of the same size, load range, speed rating, and
maximum cold tire pressure rating (as shown on the tire’s sidewall). Using tires of \
a
different size or construction can cause the ABS, VSA ® (vehicle stability assist), hill
start assist, and the AWD (All-Wheel Drive) with intelligent control system
* to work
incorrectly.
It is best to replace all four tires at the same time. If that isn’t possible, replace the
front or rear tires in pairs.
If you replace a wheel, only use TPMS specified wheels approved for your vehicle.
Make sure that the wheel’s specifications match those of the original wheels.
1 Tire and Wheel Replacement
3
WARNING
Installing improper tires on your vehicle can
affect handling and stability. This can cause
a crash in which you can be seriously hurt or
killed.
Always use the size and type of tires
recommended in this owner’s manual.
* Not available on all models

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uuEngine Does Not Start uEmergency Engine Stop
Handling the Unexpected
Emergency Engine StopIf you cannot stop the engine by pressing the ENGINE START/STOP button, do
either of the following operations:
• Press and hold the ENGINE START/STOP button for three seconds.
• Firmly press the ENGINE START/STOP button three times.
The steering wheel will not lock. The power mode changes to VEHICLE OFF with the
shift lever in
(P
, and to ACCESSORY with the shift lever in any position other than
(P
.
1 Emergency Engine Stop
Do not press the button while driving unless it is
absolutely necessary for the engine to be switched
off.

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uuIndicator, Coming On/Blinking uIf the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On
Handling the Unexpected
If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On
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Reasons for the indicator to come on
• The brake fluid is low.
• There is a malfunction in the brake system.
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What to do when the indicator comes on while driving
Press the brake pedal lightly to check pedal pressure.
• If normal, check the brake fluid level the next time you stop.
• If abnormal, take immediate action. If necessary, downshift the
transmission to slow the vehicle using engine braking.
If the EPS System Indicator Comes On
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Reasons for the indicator to come on
• Comes on when there is a problem with EPS system.
• If you depress the accelerator pedal repeatedly to increase the engine
speed while the engine is idling, the indicator comes on, and
sometimes the steering wheel becomes harder to operate.
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What to do when the indicator comes on
Stop the vehicle in a safe place and restart the engine.
If the indicator comes on and stays on, immediately have your vehicle
inspected by a dealer.
1 If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On
Have your vehicle repaired immediately.
It is dangerous to drive with low brake fluid. If there
is no resistance from the brake pedal, stop
immediately in a safe place. If necessary downshift
the gears.
If the brake system indicator and ABS indicator come
on simultaneously, the electronic brake distribution
system is not working. This can result in vehicle
instability under sudden braking.
Have your vehicle inspected by a dealer immediately.
U.S.
Canada
1 If the EPS System Indicator Comes On
NOTICEIf you repeatedly turn the steering wheel at an
extremely low speed, or hold the steering wheel on
the full left or right position for a while, the system
heats up. The system goes into a protective mode,
and limits its performance. The steering wheel
becomes harder and harder to operate. Once the
system cools down, EPS system is restored. Repeated
operation under these conditions can eventually
damage the system.

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Handling the Unexpected
FusesFuse LocationsIf 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 brake fluid reservoir. Push
the tabs to open the box.■
Engine Compartment Fuse Box
■
Circuit protected and fuse rating
Circuit Protected
Amps
1
EPS
70 A
Power Tailgate Motor
*
(40 A)
ABS/VSA FSR
20 A
ABS/VSA Motor
40 A
E-DPS
30 A
Main Fuse
120 A
2
ST CUT
50 A
Fuse Box Main 1 60 A
Fuse Box Main 2
60 A
IG Main 50 A
Headlight Washer
(30 A)
Sub Fan Motor 30 A Rear Defogger 40 A
Main Fan Motor 30 A Headlight Main 30 A Blower 40 A
3
Driver's Power Seat Sliding
20 A
Driver's Power Seat Reclining
20 A
Passenger's Power Seat Sliding
20 A
Passenger's Power Seat Reclining
20 A
4− −
5
STR Diagnosis Fuse
7.5 A
6− −
7
−
−
8− −
*1:Models with halogen low beam headlight bulbs
*2:Models with high voltage discharge tube
bulbs9
−
−
10 − −
11
Oil Level
7.5 A
12 Fog Lights
*
(20 A)
13
Power Tailgate Closer
*
(20 A)
14 Hazard 10 A
15
IGP2
15 A
16 IG Coil 15 A
17
Stop
10 A
18 Horn 10 A
19
ACM
10 A
20 Right Headlight Low Beam 10 A
*1
15 A
*2
21
MG Clutch
7.5 A
22 DBW 15 A
23
Left Headlight Low Beam
10 A
*1
15 A
*2
24ACC 10 A25
FI Main
(15 A)
26 Trailer (20 A)
27
Small
20 A
28 Interior Lights 7.5 A
29
Back Up
10 A
Circuit Protected
Amps
* Not available on all models

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uuFuses uFuse Locations
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.■
Circuit protected and fuse rating
■
Interior Fuse BoxFuse Label
Fuse Box
Circuit Protected
Amps
1
−
−
2
ACG
15 A
3
SRS
10 A
4
Fuel Pump
15 A
5
Meter
7.5 A
6
Option
7.5 A
7
VB SOL
10 A
8
Front Right Side
Door Lock Motor (Unlock)
15 A
9
Rear Left Side
Door Lock Motor (Unlock)
15 A
10 Power Lumbar 7.5 A
11
Moonroof
20 A
12 Accessory Power Socket
(Center Console) 15 A
13
Washer Main
15 A
14 Seat Heaters 15 A
15
Driver’s Door Lock Motor (Unlock)
10 A
16 − −
17
−
−
18 − −
19
ACC
7.5 A
20 ACC Key Lock 7.5 A
21
Daytime Running Lights
7.5 A
22 A/C 7.5 A
23
Rear Wiper
10 A
24 ABS/VSA 7.5 A
25
−
−
26 Audio Amp 20 A
27
Accessory Power Socket (Front)
15 A
28 − −
29
ODS
7.5 A
30 Driver’s Door Lock Motor
(Lock) 10 A
Circuit Protected
Amps
31
Smart
10 A
32 Front Right Side
Door Lock Motor (Lock) 15 A
33
Rear Left Side
Door Lock Motor (Lock)
15 A
34 Small Lights 7.5 A
35
Illumination
7.5 A
36 Rear Wiper Main 10 A
37
−
−
38 Left Headlight High Beam 10 A
39
Right Headlight High Beam
10 A
40 TPMS 7.5 A
41
Door Lock
20 A
42 Driver’s Power Window 20 A
43
Rear Right Side Power Window
20 A
44 Front Right Side Power
Window 20 A
45
Rear Left Side Power
Window
20 A
46 Wiper 30 A
Circuit Protected
Amps

Index
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Index
Index
Numbers4WD.......................................................... 253AABS (Anti-lock Brake System) .................. 259
Accessories and Modifications ................ 266
Accessory Power Sockets ......................... 148
Additives
Coolant .................................................. 282
Engine Oil ............................................... 277
Washer ................................................... 286
Additives, Engine Oil ............................... 277
Adjusting Armrest .................................................. 142
Front Seats.............................................. 136
Head Restraints ....................................... 138
Mirrors.................................................... 133
Rear Seats ............................................... 141
Steering Wheel ....................................... 132
Temperature ............................................. 85
Air Conditioning System (Climate Control System) ....................... 152
Changing the Mode................................ 152
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows .............................................. 153
Dust and Pollen Filter .............................. 312
Recirculation/Fresh Air Mode.... ............... 152
Sensors ................................................... 155
Synchronized Mode ................................ 154
Using Automatic Climate Control............ 152 Air Conditioning System
(Heating and Cooling System)Dust and Pollen Filter ............................... 312
Air Pressure ....................................... 302, 345
Airbags ........................................................ 37
Advanced Airbags ..................................... 43
After a Collision......................................... 41
Airbag Care ............................................... 51
Event Data Recorder .................................. 21
Front Airbags (SRS) .................................... 40
Indicator ........................................ 48, 72, 75
Passenger Airbag Off Indicator .................. 49
Sensors...................................................... 37
Side Airbag Cutoff System ......................... 46
Side Airbag Off Indicator ........................... 50
Side Airbags .............................................. 44
Side Curtain Airbags .................................. 47
AM/FM Radio ............................................ 167
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) .................. 259
Indicator .................................................... 71
Armrest ..................................................... 142
Audio Remote Controls ............................ 165
Audio System ............................................ 158
Adjusting the Sound ................................ 166
Auxiliary Input Jack .................................. 159
Error Messages ........................................ 187
General Information ................................ 190
iPod® ....................................................... 174
MP3/WMA/AAC ...................................... 179
Pandora ®................................................. 177
Reactivating............................................. 160 Recommended CDs ................................. 191
Recommended Devices............................ 193
Security Code .......................................... 160
Theft Protection ...................................... 160
USB Adapter Cable.................................. 159
USB Flash Drives ...................................... 193
Audio/Information Display ...................... 162
Authorized Manuals ................................ 353
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking ................. 106
Customize ................................................. 92
Automatic Lighting .................................. 123
Automatic Transmission ........................... 243
Creeping ................................................. 243
Fluid ........................................................ 284
Kickdown ................................................ 243
Operating the Shift Lever................... 14, 245
Sequential Shift Mode ............................. 246
Shift Lever Does Not Move ...................... 330
Shifting ................................................... 244
Auxiliary Input Jack .................................. 159
Average Fuel Economy .............................. 85
Average Speed ........................................... 86
AWD .......................................................... 253
BBattery ...................................................... 310
Charging System Indicator................. 69, 333
Jump Starting .......................................... 328
Maintenance (Checking the Battery) ........ 310
Belts (Seat) .................................................. 29

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Beverage Holders...................................... 147
Bluetooth ® Audio ..................................... 182
Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ®..................... 196
Booster Seats (For Children) ....................... 63
Brake System ............................................. 257
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ................... 259
Brake Assist System ................................. 260
Brake System Indicator............................... 68
Fluid ........................................................ 285
Foot Brake ............................................... 258
Indicator ............................................ 68, 335
Parking Brake .......................................... 257
Brightness Control (Instrument Panel) .... 128
Bulb Replacement ..................................... 287
Back-Up Light and Taillight ...................... 294
Brake Light, Taillight, Rear Turn Signal Light
and Rear Side Marker Light .................... 292
Fog Lights ................................................ 289
Front Turn Signal/Parking Light and Front Side
Marker Light .......................................... 291
Headlights ............................................... 287
High-Mount Brake Light .......................... 296
Rear License Plate Light............................ 295
Bulb Specifications .................................... 344CCarbon Monoxide Gas ................................ 64
Cargo Hook ............................................... 149
Carrying Cargo .................................. 229, 231
CD Player ................................................... 171 Certification Label
.................................... 346
Changing Bulbs ........................................ 287
Charging System Indicator ................. 69, 333
Child Safety ................................................. 52
Childproof Door Locks............................. 105
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 ............................. 105
Cleaning the Exterior ............................... 315
Cleaning the Interior ................................ 313
Client Service Information ....................... 354
Climate Control System ............................ 152
Changing the Mode ................................ 152
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows ............................................... 153
Dust and Pollen Filter............................... 312
Recirculation/Fresh Air Mode ..... .............. 152
Sensors ................................................... 155
Synchronized Mode................................. 154
Using Automatic Climate Control ............ 152
Clock ............................................................ 96
Coat Hook ................................................. 149
Compact Spare Tire .......................... 319, 345
Compass .................................................... 225 Console Compartment
............................. 146
Controls ...................................................... 95
Coolant (Engine) ...................................... 282
Adding to the Radiator ...... ..................... 283
Adding to the Reserve Tank .................... 282
Overheating ............................................ 331
Creeping (Automatic Transmission) ........ 243
Cruise Control .......................................... 248
Indicator ................................................... 76
Cup Holders .............................................. 147
Customized Features ................................. 87
DDaytime Running Lights .......................... 125
Dead Battery ............................................ 328
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows ................................................. 153
Detachable Anchor .................................... 34
Devices that Emit Radio Waves ............... 347
Dimming
Headlights .............................................. 122
Rearview Mirror ...................................... 133
Dipstick (Engine Oil) ................................ 278
Directional Signals (Turn Signal) ............. 122
Display Button .......................................... 162
Door Mirrors ............................................. 134
Doors .......................................................... 97
Auto Door Locking.................................. 106
Auto Door Unlocking .............................. 106
Door Open Indicator ........................... 28, 73