winter tires Acura RDX 2017 Owner's Manual

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Quick Reference Guide
Maintenance (P 343)
Under the Hood (P 351)
● Check engine oil, engine coolant, and windshield washer
fluid. Add when necessary.
● Check brake fluid.
● Check the battery condition monthly.
aPull the hood release handle under the corner of the
dashboard.
bLocate the hood latch lever, sl ide the lever, and lift up the
hood.
cWhen finished, close the hood and make sure it is firmly
locked in place.
Lights (P 363)
● Inspect all lights regularly.
Wiper Blades (P 370)
● Replace blades if they leave streaks
across the windshield.
Tires (P 374)
● Inspect tires and wheels regularly.
● Check tire pressures regularly.
● Install snow tires for winter
driving.

343
Maintenance
This chapter discusses basic maintenance.
Before Performing MaintenanceInspection and Maintenance ............ 344
Safety When Performing Maintenance..... 345Parts and Fluids Used in Maintenance Service ........................................... 346
Maintenance Minder
TM..................... 347
Maintenance Under the Hood
Maintenance Items Under the Hood ..... 351Opening the Hood ........................... 352
Recommended Engine Oil ................ 353
Oil Check ......................................... 354
Adding Engine Oil ............................ 355
Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter ..... 356
Engine Coolant ................................ 358
Transmission Fluid ............................ 360
Brake Fluid ....................................... 361
Refilling Window Washer Fluid......... 362
Replacing Light Bulbs ....................... 363
Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades.... 370Checking and Maintaining Tires
Checking Tires ................................. 374
Tire and Loading Information Label ...... 375Tire Labeling .................................... 375DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles)....... 377Wear Indicators................................ 379
Tire Service Life ................................ 379 Tire and Wheel Replacement ........... 380
Tire Rotation .................................... 381
Winter Tires ..................................... 382
Battery ............................................... 383
Remote Transmitter Care Replacing the Button Battery ........... 384
Climate Control System Maintenance..... 386Cleaning
Interior Care .................................... 387
Exterior Care.................................... 389

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uuChecking and Maintaining Tires uWinter Tires
Maintenance
Winter Tires
If driving on snowy or frozen roads, mount all season marked “M+S” tires, snow
tires, or tire chains; reduce speed; and ma intain sufficient distance between vehicles
when driving.
Be particularly careful when operating the steering wheel or brakes to prevent
skidding.
Use tire chains, snow tires, or all season ti res when necessary or according to the law.
When mounting, refer to the following points.
For winter tires:
• Select the size and load ranges that are the same as the original tires.
• Mount the tires to all four wheels.
For tire chains:
• Install them on the front tires only.
• Because your vehicle has limited tire clearance, we strongly recommend using the
chains listed below:
• Follow the chain manufacturer’s instruction when installing. Mount them as
tightly as you can.
• Check that the chains do not to uch the brake lines or suspension.
• Drive slowly.
Cable-type: SCC Radial Chain TC2212MM
1Winter Tires
NOTICE
Traction devices that are th e wrong size or improperly
installed can damage your vehicle’s brake lines,
suspension, body, and wheels. Stop driving if they are
hitting any part of the vehicle.
When tire chains are mounted, follow the chain
manufacturer’s instructi ons regarding vehicle
operational limits.
If your vehicle is equipped with summer tires, be
aware that these tires are not designed for winter
driving conditions. For more information, contact a
dealer.
3WARNING
Using the wrong chains, or not properly
installing chains, can damage the brake
lines and cause a crash in which you can be
seriously injured or killed.
Follow all instruction s in this owner’s
manual regarding the selection and use of
tire chains.

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Index
Tire Repair Kit .......................................... 401
Wear Indicators ....................................... 379
Winter ..................................................... 382
Tools .......................................................... 394
Towing a Trailer ........................................ 261
Equipment and Accessories...................... 262
Load Limits .............................................. 261
Towing Your Vehicle ................................ 265
Emergency............................................... 427
TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitoring System) ......... 314
Indicator ............................................ 73, 423
Transmission .............................................. 275
Automatic ............................................... 275
Fluid ........................................................ 360
Number ................................................... 432
Sequential Shift Mode ............................. 277
Shift Lever Position Indicator .............. 68, 276
Trip Meter ................................................... 98
Troubleshooting ....................................... 393
Blown Fuse ...................................... 424, 425
Brake Pedal Vibrates .................................. 20
Buzzer Sounds When Opening Door .......... 21
Emergency Towing .................................. 427
Engine Won’t Start .................................. 412
Noise When Braking .................................. 22
Overheating............................................. 418
Puncture/Flat Tire ............................. 395, 401
Rear Door Won’t Open ...................... 21, 129
Select Lever Won’t Move ......................... 417
Warning Indicators .................................... 66 Turn Signals
.............................................. 147
Indicators (Instrument Panel) ..................... 73
Two-way Keyless Access Remote .................................... 119, 127, 270
U
Unlocking the Doors ................................ 123
Unlocking the Front Doors from the Inside ................................. 12, 128
USB Adapter Cable ................................... 186
USB Flash Drives ....................................... 221
USB Port .................................................... 187
V
Vanity Mirrors ............................................... 7
Vehicle Identification Number ................ 432
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA ®).................. 309
Off Button............................................... 310
Off Indicator.............................................. 71
System Indicator ................................ 71, 309
Viscosity (Oil) .................................... 353, 431
VSA ® (Vehicle Stability Assist) .................. 309
W
Wallpaper................................................. 194
Warning and Information Messages ......... 82
Warning Indicator On/Blinking ............... 420
Warning Labels ........................................... 63 Warranties (Warranty Manual provided
separately) .............................................. 437
Watts ........................................................ 430
Wear Indicators (Tire) .............................. 379
Wheel Nut Wrench (Jack Handle) ........... 398
Window Washers ..................................... 151
Adding/Refilling Fluid .............................. 362
Switch .................................................... 151
Windows (Opening and Closing) ............ 140
Windshield ............................................... 151
Cleaning ................................................. 390
Defrosting/Defogging ............................. 181
Washer Fluid ........................................... 362
Wiper Blades........................................... 370
Wipers and Washers ............................... 151
Winter Tires .............................................. 382
Snow Tires .............................................. 382
Tire Chains.............................................. 382
Wipers and Washers ................................ 151
Automatic Intermittent Wipers ................ 152
Checking and Replacing Wiper Blades..... 370
Front....................................................... 151
Rear ........................................................ 153
WMA ................................................. 202, 210
Worn Tires ................................................ 374