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uuFuses uInspecting and Changing Fuses
Inspecting and Changing Fuses
1. Set the power mode to VEHICLE OFF
(LOCK). Turn headlights and all
accessories off.
2. Remove the fuse box cover.
3 . C h e ck th e la rg e fu se in th e
engine compartment.
u If the fuse is blown, use a Phillips-head
screwdriver to remove the screw and
replace it with a new one.
4. Inspect the small fu ses in the engine
compartment and the vehicle interior.
u If there is a burned out fuse, remove it
with the fuse puller and replace it with a
new one.1Inspecting and Changing Fuses
NOTICE
Replacing a fuse with on e that has a higher rating
greatly increases the chances of damaging the
electrical system.
Replace fuse with a spare fuse of the same specified
amperage
Confirm the specified amperage using the charts on
P. 337 to P. 338.
There is a fuse puller on the back of the engine
compartment fuse box cover.
Combined
Fuse Blown Fuse
Fuse Puller
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Information
Specifications
■Vehicle Specifications
*1: 2WD models
*2: AWD models
ModelAcura RDX
No. of Passengers:
Front 2
Rear 3
Total 5
Weights:Gross Vehicle
Weight RatingU.S.:4,850 lbs (2,200 kg)*1
4,982 lbs (2,260 kg)*2
Canada:2,260 kgGross Axle Weight
Rating (Front)U.S.:2,557 lbs (1,160 kg)*1
2,623 lbs (1,190 kg)*2
Canada:1,190 kgGross Axle Weight
Rating (Rear)U.S.:2,293 lbs (1,040 kg)*1
2,381 lbs (1,080 kg)*2
Canada:1,080 kg
Gross Combined Weight
Rating U.S.: 6,349 lbs (2,880 kg)*1
6,482 lbs (2,940 kg)*2
Canada:2,940 kgAir Conditioning:Refrigerant Type HFC-134a (R-134a)Charge Quantity15.2 – 16.9 oz (430 – 480 g)Lubricant TypeND-OIL8
■
Engine Specifications
■ Fuel
■ Battery
■ Washer Fluid
Displacement211.8 cu-in (3,471 cm3)
Spark Plugs NGK ILZKR7B11
DENSO SXU22HCR11
TypeUnleaded premium gasoline, Pump octane
number of 91 or higher
Fuel Tank Capacity 16 US gal (60 ℓ)
Capacity/Type60AH(5)/72AH(20)
Tank CapacityU.S.: 2.6 US qt (2.5 ℓ)
Canada: 5.1 US qt (4.85 ℓ)
■ Light Bulbs
■ Brake Fluid
Headlights (High Beams)60W (HB3)
Headlights (Low Beams) 35W (D2S)*
55W (H11)*
Fog Lights*155W (H11)
Front Turn Signal/Parking Lights 28/8W (Amber)
Side Turn Signal Lights
(on Door Mirrors)LED
Front Side Marker Lights 5W (Amber)
Rear Side Marker/Brake/Taillights21/5W
Taillights 3CP
Back-Up Lights16W
Rear Turn Signal Lights 21W
High-Mount Brake Light16W
Rear License Plate Light 5W
Cargo Area Lights5W
Vanity Mirror Lights 1.4W
Interior LightsMap LightsLEDCeiling Light8W
Door Courtesy Lights 2CP
Console Compartment Light1.4W
Glove Box Light 1.4W
Foot LightLED
Center Pocket Light LED
SpecifiedAcura Heavy Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3
* Not available on all models
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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 Ma rker 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 .................................... 344
Carbon 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
Daytime 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, 73QRG
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Gear Shift Lever PositionsAutomatic Transmission ........................... 244
Glass (care) ................................................ 316
Glove Box .................................................. 145
Halogen Bulbs ................................... 287, 289
Handling the Unexpected ........................ 317
HandsFreeLink® (HFL)............................... 196
Automatic Import of Ce llular Phonebook and
Call History ............................................ 212
Automatic Transferring ............................ 210
Caller’s ID Information ............................. 210
HFL Buttons ............................................. 196
HFL Menus .............................................. 198
HFL Status Display.................................... 197
Making a Call .......................................... 215
Options During a Call .............................. 219
Phone Setup ............................................ 203
Receiving a Call ....................................... 218
Speed Dial ............................................... 213
Text Message................................... 208, 220
To Clear the System ................................. 211
To Create a Security PIN........................... 209
Hazard Warning Button ............................... 2
Head Restraints ......................................... 138
Headlights ................................................. 122
Aiming .................................................... 287
Automatic Operation ............................... 123
Dimming ......................................... 122, 125 Operating................................................ 122
Heaters (Seat) ........................................... 151
HFL (HandsFreeLink® )............................... 196
High Beam Indicator .................................. 74
Hill Start Assist System ............................. 241
HomeLink ® Universal Transceiver ............ 194
Identification Numbers ............................ 346
Engine and Transmission ......................... 346
Vehicle Identification ............................... 346
Illumination Control ................................. 128
Knob ....................................................... 128
Immobilizer System .................................. 113
Indicator.................................................... 75
Indicators .................................................... 68
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System)..................... 71
AWD System ............................................. 72
Brake System............................................. 68
Charging System ............................... 69, 333
CRUISE CONTROL ............................. 76, 249
CRUISE MAIN .................................... 76, 248
Door Open .......................................... 28, 73
EPS (Electric Power Steering) System .. 74, 335
Fog Light ................................................... 75
High Beam ................................................ 74
Immobilizer System ................................... 75
Lights On .................................................. 75
Low Fuel ................................................... 71
Low Oil Pressure ................................ 69, 333 Low Tire Pressure/TPMS ............................ 74
Maintenance Minder............................... 271
Malfunction Indicator Lamp .............. 69, 334
Parking Brake and Brak
e System ....... 68, 335
Seat Belt Reminder.............................. 30, 71
Security System Alarm............................... 76
Shift Lever Position.................................... 70
Side Airbag Off ................................... 50, 75
Supplemental Restraint System ........... 48, 72
System Message ....................................... 76
Transmission ............................................. 70
Turn Signal ............................................... 74
VSA ® (Vehicle Stability Assist)
System ............................................ 73, 251
VSA ® OFF .......................................... 73, 252
Information .............................................. 343
Instrument Panel ........................................ 67
Brightness Control .................................. 128
Interior Lights ........................................... 143
Interior Rearview Mirror ......................... 133
iPod ®......................................................... 174
Jack (Wheel Nut Wrench) ........................ 322
Jump Starting ........................................... 328QRG
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Key Number Tag........................................ 98
Keyless Access System .............................. 101
Keyless Lockout Prevention ..................... 100
Keys ............................................................. 97
Lockout Prevention ................................. 100
Number Tag.............................................. 98
Rear Door Won’t Open ........................... 105
Remote Transmitter .................................. 99
Types and Functions.................................. 97
Kickdown (Automatic Transmission) ...... 243
Language (HFL) ........................................ 197
LATCH (Child Seats) ............................. 57, 60
Lights ................................................ 122, 287
Automatic............................................... 123
Bulb Replacement ................................... 287
Daytime Running Lights .......................... 125
Fog Lights ............................................... 125
High Beam Indicator ................................. 74
Interior.................................................... 143
Light Switches......................................... 122
Lights On Indicator.................................... 75
Turn Signals ............................................ 122
Load Limits ............................................... 231
Locking/Unlocking ..................................... 97
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking ................. 106
Childproof Door Locks ............................ 105
From Inside ............................................. 104 From Outside ............................................. 99
Keys .......................................................... 97
Using a Key ............................................. 100
Lockout Prevention System ...................... 100
Low Battery Charge .................................. 333
Low Fuel Indicator ...................................... 71
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 69, 333
Lower Anchors ...................................... 57, 60
Luggage (Maximum Load Limit) ............. 231
Maintenance ............................................. 267
Battery .................................................... 310
Brake Fluid .............................................. 285
Cleaning .................................................. 313
Climate Control System ........................... 312
Coolant ................................................... 282
Maintenance Minder
TM............................ 271
Oil ........................................................... 278
Precautions .............................................. 268
Radiator .................................................. 283
Remote Transmitter ................................. 311
Replacing Light Bulbs ............................... 287
Safety ...................................................... 269
Service Items ........................................... 273
Tires ........................................................ 301
Transmission Fluid ................................... 284
Under the Hood ...................................... 275
Malfunction Indicator Lamp .............. 69, 334
Map Lights ................................................ 143 Maximum Load Limit
............................... 231
Meters, Gauges ........................................... 82
Mirrors ...................................................... 133
Adjusting ................................................ 133
Door ....................................................... 134
Exterior ................................................... 134
Interior Rearview ..................................... 133
Modifications (and Accessories) .............. 266
Moonroof ................................................. 118
MP3 ................................................... 171, 179
Multi-Information Display ......................... 83
Multi-View Rear Camera .......................... 262
Numbers (Identification) .......................... 346
Odometer ................................................... 84
Off-Highway Driving Guidelines ............. 238
Oil (Engine) ............................................... 277
Adding .................................................... 279
Checking................................................. 278
Displaying Oil Life .................................... 271
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 69, 333
Recommended Engine Oil ....................... 277
Viscosity .................................................. 277
Opening/Closing
Hood....................................................... 276
Moonroof ............................................... 118
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