headlight Acura RDX 2018 Owner's Guide

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Handling the Unexpected
Fuses
Fuse Locations
If 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
Tab
■Circuit protected and fuse rating
Circuit ProtectedAmps
1
EPS70 A
Power Tailgate Motor(40 A)
ABS/VSA FSR20 A
ABS/VSA Motor40 A
E-DPS(30 A)
Main Fuse120 A
2
−50 A
Fuse Box Main 1 60 A
Fuse Box Main 260 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
ST CUT140 A
IG Main130 A
Sub Fuse Main(40 A)
IG Main230 A
4 Rear Seat Heaters*(20 A)
5STR Diagnosis Fuse7.5 A
6Audio (ODMD)*(15 A)
7−−
8− −
9−−
10 − −
11Oil Level7.5 A
12 Fog Lights*(20 A)
13Power Tailgate Closer(20 A)
14 Hazard 10 A
15IGP215 A
16 IG Coil 15 A
17Stop10 A
18 Horn 10 A
19ACM20 A
20 Right Headlight Low Beam 15 A
21MG Clutch7.5 A
22 DBW 15 A
23Left Headlight Low Beam15 A
24 DRL (10 A)
25FI Main15 A
26 Trailer (20 A)
27Small20 A
28 Interior Lights 7.5 A
29Back Up10 A
Circuit ProtectedAmps
* 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 Box
Fuse Label
Fuse Box
Circuit ProtectedAmps
1−−
2ACG15 A
3ODS7.5 A
4Fuel Pump15 A
5Meter7.5 A
6Rear Wiper10 A
7VB SOL10 A
8Front Right Side
Door Lock Motor (Unlock)15 A
9Rear Left Side
Door Lock Motor (Unlock)15 A
10 Power Lumbar 7.5 A
11Moonroof20 A
12 Accessory Power Socket
(Center Console) 20 A
13Washer Main15 A
14 Seat Heaters 20 A
15Driver’s Door Lock Motor (Unlock)10 A
16 Driver’s Power Seat Sliding 20 A
17Driver’s Power Seat Reclining20 A
18
Passenger’s Power Seat Sliding20 A
19ACC7.5 A
20 ACC Key Lock 7.5 A
21Daytime Running Lights7.5 A
22 A/C 7.5 A
23Option10 A
24 ABS/VSA 7.5 A
25IDAS(10 A)
26 Audio Amp 20 A*1
30 A*2
27Accessory Power Socket
(Front)20 A
28 − −
29SRS10 A
Circuit ProtectedAmps
*1:Models without navigation system
*2:Models with navigation system30
Driver’s Door Lock Motor
(Lock) 10 A
31Smart10 A
32 Front Right Side
Door Lock Motor (Lock) 15 A
33Rear Left Side
Door Lock Motor (Lock)15 A
34 Small Lights 7.5 A
35Illumination7.5 A
36 Rear Wiper Main 10 A
37Passenger’s Power Seat Reclining20 A
38 Left Headlight High Beam 10 A
39Right Headlight High Beam10 A
40 − −
41Door Lock20 A
42 Driver’s Power Window 20 A
43Rear Right Side Power Window20 A
44 Front Right Side Power
Window 20 A
45Rear Left Side Power
Window20 A
46 Wiper 30 A
Circuit ProtectedAmps

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uuFuses uInspecting and Changing Fuses
Handling the Unexpected
Inspecting and Changing Fuses
1. Set the power mode to VEHICLE OFF
(LOCK). Turn headlight s and all accessories
off.
2. Remove the fuse box cover.
3. Check the large fuse in the engine
compartment.
u If the fuse is blown, use a Phillips-head
screwdriver to remo ve the screw and
replace it with a new one.
4. Inspect the small fuses 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. 426 to P. 427.
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
■Air Conditioning
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 kg
Refrigerant Type HFC-134a (R-134a)Charge Quantity15.2 – 16.9 oz (430 – 480 g)Lubricant TypeND-OIL8Quantity4.3 – 5.0 cu-in (70 – 82 cm3)
■
Engine Specifications
■ Fuel
■ 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 (60.5 ℓ)
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)LED
Headlights (Low Beams) LED
Fog Lights*55W (H11)
Front Turn Signal/Parking Lights/
Daytime running light LED
Side Turn Signal Lights
(on Door Mirrors)LED
Front Side Marker Lights 3CP
Rear Side Marker/Brake/TaillightsLED
Back-Up Lights 16W
Rear Turn Signal Lights21W (Amber)
High-Mount Brake Light LED
Rear License Plate Light5W
Cargo Area Lights 5W
Vanity Mirror Lights1.4W
Interior Lights
Map LightsLED
Ceiling Light 8W
Door Courtesy Lights2CP
Console Compartment Light 1.4W
Glove Box Light1.4W
Center Pocket Light LED
SpecifiedAcura Heavy Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3
* Not available on all models

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Index
Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink ®..................... 226
Booster Seats (For Children) ....................... 63
Brake System ............................................. 320
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ................... 322
Brake Assist System ................................. 323
Fluid ........................................................ 363
Foot Brake ............................................... 321
Indicator ............................................ 68, 424
Parking Brake .......................................... 320
Brightness Control (Instrument Panel) .... 156
BSI (Blind spot information) System ........ 313
Bulb Replacement ..................................... 365
Back-Up Light and Taillight ...................... 370
Brake Light/Taillight/Rear Side Marker Light and
Rear Turn Signal Light Bulbs ................... 368
Fog Lights ................................................ 365
Front Turn Signal Light /Parking Light/Daytime
Running Light and Front Side Marker Light
Bulbs ..................................................... 367
Headlights ............................................... 365
High-Mount Brake Light .......................... 371
Rear License Plate Light............................ 371
Side Turn Signal Light /Emergency Indicator
Light ...................................................... 366
Bulb Specifications .................................... 432
C
Carbon Monoxide Gas ................................ 64
Cargo Hook ............................................... 177
Carrying Cargo .................................. 259, 261 CD Player
................................................... 204
Certification Label .................................... 434
Changing Bulbs ........................................ 365
Charging System Indicator ................. 70, 422
Child Safety ................................................. 52
Childproof Door Locks............................. 131
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 ............................. 131
Cleaning the Exterior ............................... 391
Cleaning the Interior ................................ 389
Client Service Information ....................... 442
Climate Control System ............................ 182
Changing the Mode ................................ 182
Defrosting the Windshield and
Windows ............................................... 183
Dust and Pollen Filter............................... 388
Recirculation/Fresh Air Mode ................... 182
Sensors ................................................... 185
Synchronized Mode................................. 184
Using Automatic Climate Control ............ 182
Clock .......................................................... 120
CMBSTM (Collision Mitigation Braking
SystemTM) ................................................. 324 Coat Hook
................................................ 177
Collision Mitigation Braking System
TM
(CMBSTM) ................................................. 324
Compact Spare Tire .......................... 397, 433
Compass .................................................... 255
Console Compartment ............................. 174
Controls .................................................... 119
Coolant (Engine) ...................................... 360
Adding to the Radiator ........................... 361
Adding to the Reserve Tank .................... 360
Overheating ............................................ 420
Creeping (Automatic Transmission) ........ 276
Cross Traffic Monitor ............................... 337
Cruise Control .......................................... 281
Indicator ................................................... 78
Cup Holders .............................................. 175
Customized Features ....................... 102, 108
D
Daytime Running Lights .......................... 152
Dead Battery ............................................ 417
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows ................................................. 183
Detachable Anchor .................................... 36
Devices that Emit Radio Waves ............... 435
Dimming
Headlights .............................................. 149
Rearview Mirror ...................................... 161
Dipstick (Engine Oil) ................................ 356
Directional Signals (Turn Signal) ............. 149

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Index
Fuses.......................................................... 426
Inspecting and Changing ......................... 428
Locations ......................................... 426, 427
G
Gasoline (Fuel)
Economy ................................................. 343
Gauge ....................................................... 95
Information ............................................. 341
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 71
Refueling ................................................. 341
Gauges ......................................................... 95
Gear Shift Lever Positions Automatic Transmission ........................... 277
Glass (care) ................................................ 392
Glove Box .................................................. 173
H
Halogen Bulbs ........................................... 365
Handling the Unexpected ........................ 395
HandsFreeLink® (HFL)............................... 226
Automatic Import of Ce llular Phonebook and
Call History ............................................ 242
Automatic Transferring ............................ 240
Caller’s ID Information ............................. 240
HFL Buttons ............................................. 226
HFL Menus .............................................. 228
HFL Status Display.................................... 227
Making a Call .......................................... 245 Options During a Call .............................. 249
Phone Setup............................................ 233
Receiving a Call ....................................... 248
Speed Dial ............................................... 243
Text Message .................................. 238, 250
To Clear the System ................................ 241
To Create a Security PIN .......................... 239
Hazard Warning Button .............................. 4
Head Restraints ........................................ 166
Headlights ................................................. 149
Automatic Operation............................... 150
Dimming ......................................... 149, 152
Operating................................................ 149
Heaters (Seat) ........................... 179, 180, 181
HFL (HandsFreeLink® )............................... 226
High Beam Indicator .................................. 75
Hill Start Assist System ............................. 274
HomeLink ® Universal Transceiver ............ 224I
Identification Numbers ............................ 434
Engine and Transmission ......................... 434
Vehicle Identification ............................... 434
Illumination Control ................................. 156
Knob ....................................................... 156
Immobilizer System .................................. 139
Indicator.................................................... 76 Indicators
.................................................... 68
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC).......... 81, 287
All-Wheel Drive (AWD) with Intelligent Control System .................................................... 72
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) .................... 71
Blind spot information (BSI) System ........... 79
Brake System ............................................ 68
Charging System............................... 70, 422
Collision Mitigati on Braking System
TM
(CMBSTM) .......................................... 82, 83
CRUISE CONTROL ............................. 78, 282
CRUISE MAIN.................................... 78, 281
Door and Tailgate Open ............................ 74
Electric Power Steering (EPS)
System ............................................ 74, 424
Fog Light .................................................. 76
High Beam ................................................ 75
Immobilizer System ................................... 76
Keyless Access System............................... 78
Lane Departure Warning (LDW) ................ 80
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) ... 81, 305
Lights On .................................................. 76
Low Fuel ................................................... 71
Low Oil Pressure ............................... 69, 422
Low Tire Pressure/TPMS ............................ 75
Malfunction Indicator Lamp .............. 69, 423
Parking Brake and Brak e System ....... 68, 424
Seat Belt Reminder.............................. 32, 71
Security System Alarm............................... 77
Shift Lever Position.................................... 70
Supplemental Restraint System ........... 49, 72