560 Acura RDX 2019 Owner's Manual

403Continued
Driving
Towing a Trailer
Towing Preparation
Your vehicle can tow a trailer if you carefully observe the load limits, use the proper
equipment, and follow the towing guidelin es. Check the load limits before driving.
■Total trailer weight
Do not exceed the maximum allowable
weight of the trailer, cargo, and everything in
or on it shown in the table. Towing loads in
excess of this can seriously affect vehicle
handling and performance and can damage
the engine and drivetrain.
Each weight limit is calculated based on the following conditions:
• Occupants fill seats from the front of the vehicle to the back
• Each occupant weights 150 lbs (68 kg)
• Each occupant has 17.6 lbs (8 kg) cargo in the cargo area.
Any additional weight, cargo or accessories reduce the maximum trailer weight and
maximum tongue load.
■Towing Load Limits1 Towing Load Limits
Check if all loads are within limits at a public scale.
If a public scale is not available, add the estimated
weight of your cargo load to the weight of your
trailer (as quoted by th e manufacturer), and the
tongue load.
Break-in Period
Avoid towing a trailer duri ng your vehicle’s first 600
miles (1,000 km).
Never exceed the gross weight ratings.
Gross weight information 2 Vehicle Specifications P. 628
3WARNING
Exceeding any load limit or improperly
loading your vehicle and trailer can cause a
crash in which you can be seriously hurt or
killed.
Check the loading of your vehicle and
trailer carefully before starting to drive.
Total Load
Number of occupants2WD modelsAWD models
21,500 lbs (680 kg)1,500 lbs (680 kg)
31,500 lbs (680 kg)1,350 lbs (612 kg)
41,400 lbs (635 kg)1,150 lbs (522 kg)
5600 lbs (272 kg)600 lbs (272 kg)
19 ACURA RDX-31TJB6000.book 403 ページ ２０１８年４月２６日　木曜日　午後４時５１分

437
uuWhen Driving uSuper Handling-All Wheel DriveTM (SH-AWD ®)*
Driving
Super Handling-Al l Wheel DriveTM (SH-AWD®)*
The system controls and trans fers varying amounts of engine torque to each wheel
in accordance with the driving conditions.
SH-AWD ® helps to enhance driving stability, and lets you handle situations like
slippery surfaces, such as snow, sand, mud, and steep hill, better than when driving
with two wheel drive. Howeve r, the system does not help to enhance braking. Be
precautious about the following:
• It is still your responsibility to drive sa fely when you steer, accelerate, and apply
brakes.
• Leave a sufficient margin when braking on slippery surfaces.1Super Handling-All Wheel DriveTM (SH-AWD ®)*
The SH-AWD ® system may not function properly if
tire type and size are mixed.
Make sure to use the same size and type of tire, and
the air pressures as specified. 2 Tire and Wheel Replacement P. 560
Do not continuously spin the front tires of your
vehicle. Continuously spinning the front tires can
cause damage to the transmission and SH-AWD ®
unit.
If the Super Handling-All Wheel Drive
TM (SH-AWD® )
indicator blinks while driving, it indicates the
differential temperature is too high. If this happens,
pull to the side of the road when it is safe, change the
gear position to
( P, and idle the engine until the
indicator goes out.
* Not available on all models
19 ACURA RDX-31TJB6000.book 437 ページ ２０１８年４月２６日　木曜日　午後４時５１分

521
Maintenance
This chapter discusses basic maintenance.
Before Performing MaintenanceInspection and Maintenance ............ 522
Safety When Performing Maintenance ..523
Parts and Fluids Used in Maintenance Service ........................................... 524
Maintenance Minder
TM..................... 525
Maintenance Under the Hood Maintenance Items Under the Hood .. 532
Opening the Hood ........................... 533
Engine Compartment Cover ............. 534
Recommended Engine Oil ................ 535
Oil Check ......................................... 536
Adding Engine Oil ............................ 537 Changing the Engine Oi
l and Oil Filter... 538
Engine Coolant ................................ 540
Transmission Fluid ............................ 542
Brake Fluid ....................................... 543
Refilling Window Washer Fluid......... 544
Replacing Light Bulbs ....................... 545Checking and Maintaining Wiper
Blades .......................................... 549
Checking and Maintaining Tires
Checking Tires ................................. 554
Tire and Loading Information Label .. 555
Tire Labeling .................................... 555
DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles).. 557
Wear Indicators ............................... 559
Tire Service Life ................................ 559
Tire and Wheel Replacement ........... 560
Tire Rotation .................................... 561
Winter Tires ..................................... 562
Battery ............................................... 563
Remote Transmitter Care Replacing the Button Battery ........... 565
Climate Control System Maintenance.. 567Cleaning
Interior Care .................................... 569
Exterior Care.................................... 571
Accessories and Modifications ........ 574
19 ACURA RDX-31TJB6000.book 521 ページ ２０１８年４月２６日　木曜日　午後４時５１分

560
uuChecking and Maintaining Tires uTire and Wheel Replacement
Maintenance
Tire and Wheel Replacement
Replace your tires with radials of the sa me size, load range, speed rating, and
maximum cold tire pressure ra ting (as shown on the tire’s sidewall). Using tires of a
different size or construction can cause ce rtain vehicle systems such as the ABS and
Vehicle Stability Assist ® (VSA®) 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 sp ecified wheels approved for your vehicle.
Make sure that the wheel’s specifications match those of the original wheels.1 Tire and Wheel Replacement
3WARNING
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.
19 ACURA RDX-31TJB6000.book 560 ページ ２０１８年４月２６日　木曜日　午後４時５１分

646
Index
Parking Brake and Brake System Indicator (Amber) ..................................... 76
Parking Brake and Brake System Indicator (Red) .................................. 75, 612
Parking Sensor System .............................. 497
Passenger Front Airbag Off Indicator ....... 56
Passing Indicators ..................................... 186
Phone ........................................................ 134
Playing Bluetooth ® Audio ........................ 297
Power Tailgate .......................................... 165
Power Windows ........................................ 176
Precautions While Driving ........................ 416
Driving Guidelines for Your Utility Vehicle................................................... 416
Rain ......................................................... 416
Pregnant Women ....................................... 40
Puncture (Tire) .................................. 579, 587
R
Radar Sensor............................................. 485
Radiator ..................................................... 541
Radio (AM/FM) .......................................... 274
Radio (SiriusXM ®)...................................... 278
Range ........................................................ 131
Readiness Codes (Emissions Testing) ....... 634
Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror
Button ...................................................... 200
Rear Seats (Folding Down) ....................... 216
Rear Temperature Control Dial ............... 234
Rearview Mirror ........................................ 204 Refueling
.......................................... 515, 625
Fuel Gauge.............................................. 126
Gasoline .......................................... 515, 628
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 83
Regulations ............................... 443, 557, 631
Remote Engine Start with Vehicle Feedback ................................................. 413
Remote Transmitter ................................. 155
Replacement Battery ............................................ 565, 566
Bulbs ....................................................... 545
Fuses ....................................... 615, 618, 619
Rear Wiper Blade Rubber......................... 552
Tires ........................................................ 560
Wiper Blade Rubber ................................ 549
Reporting Safety Defects ......................... 633
Resetting a Trip Meter ............................. 130
Reverse Tilt Door Mirror .......................... 205
Road Departure Mitigation (RDM) ......... 479
On and Off.............................................. 481
S
Safe Driving ................................................ 29
Safety Check ............................................... 34
Safety Labels ............................................... 72
Safety Message ............................................. 1
Seat Belts .................................................... 35
Adjusting the Shoulder Anchor.................. 39
Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners ................. 37
Checking................................................... 41 Fastening .................................................. 38
Installing a Child Seat
with a Lap/Shoulder
Seat Belt ................................................. 65
Pregnant Women...................................... 40
Reminder .................................................. 36
Warning Indicator ............................... 36, 83
Seat Heaters ............................................. 228
Seats .......................................................... 207
Adjusting ................................................ 207
Front Seats.............................................. 207
Lumbar Support ...................................... 207
Rear Seats ............................................... 216
Seat Control Interface ............................. 209
Seat Heaters ................................... 228, 229
Ventilation .............................................. 228
Security System ........................................ 173
Immobilizer System Indicator..................... 88
Security System Alarm Indicator ................ 88
Select Button
Operation ............................................... 420
Select Lever ........................................ 19, 418
Operation ................................................. 19
Selecting a Child Seat ................................ 62
Sequential Mode ...................................... 424
Setting the Clock ...................................... 144
SH-AWD ® (Super Handling-All Wheel
Drive
TM) ................................................... 437
Shift Lever .......................................... 19, 418
Shifting (Transmission) ...................... 19, 418
Shoulder Anchor ........................................ 39
Side Airbags ............................................... 52
19 ACURA RDX-31TJB6000.book 646 ページ ２０１８年４月２６日　木曜日　午後４時５１分