oil dipstick Acura RDX 2017 Owner's Manual

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Maintenance
Maintenance Under the Hood
Maintenance Items Under the Hood
Brake Fluid
(Black Cap)
Engine Coolant
Reserve Tank
Radiator Cap
Washer Fluid
(Blue Cap)
Engine Oil Dipstick
(Orange Loop)
Engine Oil Fill Cap
Automatic
Transmission Fluid
Dipstick (Yellow Loop)Battery

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uuMaintenance Under the Hood uOil Check
Maintenance
Oil Check
We recommend that you check the engi ne oil level every time you refuel.
Park the vehicle on level ground.
Wait approximately three minutes after turn ing the engine off before you check the
oil. 1.Remove the dipstick (orange loop).
2. Wipe the dipstick with a clean cloth or
paper towel.
3. Insert the dipstick back all the way into its
hole.
4. Remove the dipstick again, and check the
level. It should be between the upper and
lower marks. Add oil if necessary.1Oil Check
If the oil level is near or below the lower mark, slowly
add oil being careful not to overfill.
Lower MarkUpper Mark

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uuMaintenance Under the Hood uAdding Engine Oil
Maintenance
Adding Engine Oil
1. Unscrew and remove the engine oil fill cap.
2. Add oil slowly.
3. Reinstall the engine oil fill cap, and tighten
it securely.
4. Wait for three minutes and recheck the
engine oil dipstick.1Adding Engine Oil
If any oil spills, wipe it up immediately. Spilled oil may
damage the engine compartment components.
NOTICE
Do not fill the engine oil above the upper mark.
Overfilling the engine oil can result in leaks and
engine damage.
Engine Oil
Fill Cap

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uuMaintenance Under the Hood uChanging the Engine Oil and Oil Filter
Maintenance
4. Remove the oil filter and dispose of the
remaining oil.
5. Check that the filter gasket is not stuck to
the engine contact surface.
u If it is stuck, you must detach it.
6. Wipe away dirt and dust adhering to the
contact surface of the engine block, and
install a new oil filter.
u Apply a light coat of new engine oil to
the oil filter rubber seal.
7. Put a new washer on the drain bolt, then
reinstall the drain bolt.
u Tightening torque:
29 lbf∙ft (39 N∙m, 4.0 kgf∙m)
8. Pour the recommended engine oil into the
engine.
u Engine oil change capacity (including
filter):
4.5 US qt (4.3 L)
9. Reinstall the engine oil fill cap securely and
start the engine.
10. Run the engine for a few minutes, and
then check that there is no leak from the
drain bolt or oil filter.
11. Stop the engine, wait for three minutes,
and then check the oil level on the
dipstick.
u If necessary, add more engine oil.1Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter
You will need a special wrench to replace the oil
filter. You can buy this wrench from a dealer.
When installing the new oil filter, follow the
instructions supplied with the oil filter.
Reinstall the engine oil fill cap. Start the engine. The
low oil pressure indicator should go off within five
seconds. If it does not, turn off the engine, and check
your work.
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Index
Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink ®..................... 224
Booster Seats (For Children) ....................... 61
Brake System ............................................. 318
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ................... 320
Brake Assist System ................................. 321
Fluid ........................................................ 361
Foot Brake ............................................... 319
Indicator ............................................ 66, 422
Parking Brake .......................................... 318
Brightness Control (Instrument Panel) .... 154
BSI (Blind spot information) System ........ 311
Bulb Replacement ..................................... 363
Back-Up Light and Taillight ...................... 368
Brake Light/Taillight/Rear Side Marker Light and
Rear Turn Signal Light Bulbs ................... 366
Fog Lights ................................................ 363
Front Turn Signal Light /Parking Light/Daytime
Running Light and Front Side Marker Light
Bulbs ..................................................... 365
Headlights ............................................... 363
High-Mount Brake Light .......................... 369
Rear License Plate Light............................ 369
Side Turn Signal Light /Emergency Indicator
Light ...................................................... 364
Bulb Specifications .................................... 430
C
Carbon Monoxide Gas ................................ 62
Cargo Hook ............................................... 175
Carrying Cargo .................................. 257, 259 CD Player
................................................... 202
Certification Label .................................... 432
Changing Bulbs ........................................ 363
Charging System Indicator ................. 68, 420
Child Safety ................................................. 50
Childproof Door Locks............................. 129
Child Seat .................................................... 50
Booster Seats ............................................ 61
Child Seat for Infants................................. 52
Child Seat for Small Children ..................... 53
Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/Shoulder Seat
Belt ......................................................... 57
Larger Children ......................................... 60
Rear-facing Child Seat ............................... 52
Selecting a Child Seat ................................ 54
Childproof Door Locks ............................. 129
Cleaning the Exterior ............................... 389
Cleaning the Interior ................................ 387
Client Service Information ....................... 440
Climate Control System ............................ 180
Changing the Mode ................................ 180
Defrosting the Windshield and
Windows ............................................... 181
Dust and Pollen Filter............................... 386
Recirculation/Fresh Air Mode ................... 180
Sensors ................................................... 183
Synchronized Mode................................. 182
Using Automatic Climate Control ............ 180
Clock .......................................................... 118
CMBSTM (Collision Mitigation Braking
SystemTM) ................................................. 322 Coat Hook
................................................ 175
Collision Mitigation Braking System
TM
(CMBSTM) ................................................. 322
Compact Spare Tire .......................... 395, 431
Compass .................................................... 253
Console Compartment ............................. 172
Controls .................................................... 117
Coolant (Engine) ...................................... 358
Adding to the Radiator ........................... 359
Adding to the Reserve Tank .................... 358
Overheating ............................................ 418
Creeping (Automatic Transmission) ........ 274
Cross Traffic Monitor ............................... 335
Cruise Control .......................................... 279
Indicator ................................................... 76
Cup Holders .............................................. 173
Customized Features ....................... 100, 106
D
Daytime Running Lights .......................... 150
Dead Battery ............................................ 415
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows ................................................. 181
Detachable Anchor .................................... 34
Devices that Emit Radio Waves ............... 433
Dimming
Headlights .............................................. 147
Rearview Mirror ...................................... 159
Dipstick (Engine Oil) ................................ 354
Directional Signals (Turn Signal) ............. 147