jump start Acura RDX 2019 Owner's Manual

Contents
Child Safety P. 58Exhaust Gas Hazard P. 71Safety Labels P. 72
Opening and Closing the Tailgate P. 163 Security System P. 173 Opening and Closing the Windows P. 176
Operating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel P. 182 Adjusting the Mirrors P. 204
Interior Lights/Interior Convenience It ems P. 219 Climate Control System P. 230
Audio Error Messages P. 307General Information on the Audio System P. 310
Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink ® P. 358
Off-Highway Driving Guidelines P. 409 When Driving P. 411 AcuraWatchTM P. 445
Multi-View Rear Camera P. 505 Surround View Camera System*P. 507 Refueling P. 515
Maintenance Under the Hood P. 532 Replacing Light Bulbs P. 545
Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 554 Battery P. 563 Remote Transmitter Care P. 565
Accessories and Modifications P. 574
Engine Does Not Start P. 601 Jump Starting P. 604Overheating P. 606
Emergency Towing P. 622When You Cannot Open the Tailgate P. 624Refueling P. 625
Devices that Emit Radio Waves P. 631 Reporting Safety Defects P. 633 Emissions Testing P. 634
Client Service Information P. 639
Quick Reference GuideP. 4
Safe DrivingP. 29
Instrument PanelP. 73
ControlsP. 143
FeaturesP. 237
DrivingP. 397
MaintenanceP. 521
Handling the UnexpectedP. 577
InformationP. 627
IndexP. 640
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Quick Reference Guide
Handling the Unexpected (P 577)
Flat Tire (P 579)
● Park in a safe location and repair the flat
tire using the tire repair kit.
● Park in a safe location and replace the
flat tire with the compact spare tire
located under the cargo area.
Indicators Come On (P 608)
● Identify the indicator and consult the
owner’s manual.
Vehicles with tire repair kit
Vehicles with a compact spare tire
Engine Won’t Start (P 601)
● If the battery is dead, jump start using a
booster battery.
Blown Fuse (P 615)
● Check for a blown fuse if an electrical
device does not operate.
Overheating (P 606)
● Park in a safe location. If you do not see
steam under the hood, open the hood,
and let the engine cool down.
Emergency Towing (P 622)
● Call a professional towing service if you
need to tow your vehicle.
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Driving
Braking
Brake System
Use the parking brake to keep the vehicle stationary when parked. When the
parking brake is applied, you can manually or automatically release it.
■To apply
The electric parking brake can be applied any
time the vehicle has battery, no matter which
position the power mode is in.
Press the electric parking brake switch gently
and securely. u The indicator in th e switch comes on.
u The Parking Brake and Brake System
indicator (red) comes on.
■Parking Brake1Brake System
When you depress the brak e pedal, you may hear a
whirring sound coming from the engine
compartment while the brake system activates. This is
normal.
1 Parking Brake
You may hear the electric parking brake system
motor operating from the re ar wheel area when you
apply or release the parki ng brake. This is normal.
The brake pedal may slightly move due to the electric
parking brake system opera tion when you apply or
release the parking br ake. This is normal.
You cannot apply or release the parking brake if the
battery goes dead.
2 Jump Starting P. 604
If you press and hold the electric parking brake
switch while driving, the brakes on all four
wheels are applied by the VSA ® system until the
vehicle comes to a stop. The electric parking
brake then applies, and the switch should be
released.Electric Parking
Brake Switch
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Handling the Unexpected
This chapter explains how to handle unexpected troubles.
ToolsTypes of Tools .................................. 578
If a Tire Goes Flat
Changing a Flat Tire ......................... 579
Temporarily Repairi ng a Flat Tire....... 587
Engine Does Not Start Checking the Engine ........................ 601
If the Keyless Access Remote Battery is Weak ............................................. 602
Emergency Engine Stop ................... 603
Jump Starting .................................... 604
Vehicles with a compact spare tire
Vehicles with temporary tire repair kit
Overheating
How to Handle Overheating............. 606
Indicator, Coming On/Blinking
If the Low Oil Pressure Warning Appears ... 608If the Charging System Indicator Comes On... 609If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes On or Blinks ................................... 609
If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes
On or Blinks ....................................... 610
If the Electric Power Steering (EPS) System
Indicator Comes On ........................... 611
If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On or Blinks at the Same Time When the Brake
System Indicator (Amber) Comes On .....612
If the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator Comes On or Blinks ....................... 613
If the Transmission System Indicator Blinks along with the Warning Message .... 614
Fuses
Fuse Locations ................................. 615
Inspecting and Changing Fuses ........ 621
Emergency Towing ........................... 622
When You Cannot Unlock the Fuel Fill Door ................................................. 623
When You Cannot Open the Tailgate.. 624Refueling ........................................... 625
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Handling the Unexpected
Engine Does Not Start
Checking the Engine
If the engine does not start, check the starter.
Starter conditionChecklist
Starter doesn’t turn or turns
over slowly.
The battery may be dead. Check
each of the items on the right and
respond accordingly.Check for a message on the multi-information display.
●If the To Start, Hold Remote Near Start Button message appears
2If the Keyless Access Remote Battery is Weak P. 602
uMake sure the keyless access remote is in its operating range.
2ENGINE START/STOP Button P. 182
Check brightness of the interior lights.
Turn on the interior lights and check the brightness.
●If the interior lights are dim or do not come on at all
2Battery P. 563●If the interior lights come on normally 2 Fuses P. 615
The starter turns over normally
but the engine doesn’t start.
There may be a problem with the
fuse. Check each of the items on
the right and respond accordingly. Review the engine start procedure.
Follow its instructions, and try
to start the engine again.
2 Starting the Engine P. 411
Check the immobilizer system indicator.
When the immobilizer system indicator is blinking, the engine cannot be started.
2Immobilizer System P. 173
Check the fuel level.
There should be enough fuel in the tank.
2 Fuel Gauge P. 126
Check the fuse.
Check all fuses, or have the vehicle checked by a dealer.
2Inspecting and Changing Fuses P. 621
If the problem continues:
2Emergency Towing P. 622
1Checking the Engine
If you must start the vehi cle immediately, use an
assisting vehicle or booster battery to jump start it.
2 Jump Starting P. 604
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Handling the Unexpected
Jump Starting
Turn off the power to electric devices, such as audio and lights. Turn off the engine,
then open the hood. 1.Connect the first jump er cable to your
vehicle’s battery + terminal.
2. Connect the other end of the first jumper
cable to the booster battery + terminal.
u Use a 12-volt booster battery only.
u When using an automotive battery
charger to boost your 12-volt battery,
select a lower charging voltage than 15-
volt. Check the charger manual for the
proper setting.
3. Connect the second jumper cable to the
booster battery - terminal.
4. Connect the other end of the second
jumper cable to the engine mounting bolt
as shown. Do not conn ect this jumper cable
to any other part.
5. If your vehicle is connected to another
vehicle, start the assi sting vehicle’s engine
and increase its rpm slightly.
6. Attempt to start your vehicle’s engine. If it
turns over slowly, check that the jumper
cables have good metal-to-metal contact.
■Jump Starting Procedure1Jump Starting
Securely attach the jumper cables clips so that they
do not come off when the e ngine vibrates. Also be
careful not to tangle the ju mper cables or allow the
cable ends to touch each other while attaching or
detaching the jumper cables.
Battery performance degrades in cold conditions and
may prevent the engi ne from starting.
3WARNING
A battery can explode if you do not follow
the correct procedure, seriously injuring
anyone nearby.
Keep all sparks, open flames, and smoking
materials away from the battery.
Booster Battery
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uuJump Starting u
Handling the Unexpected
Once your vehicle’s engine has started, re move the jumper cables in the following
order.
1. Disconnect the jumper cable from your vehicle’s ground.
2. Disconnect the other end of the jump er cable from the booster battery -
terminal.
3. Disconnect the jumper cable from your vehicle’s + terminal.
4. Disconnect the other end of the jump er cable from the booster battery +
terminal.
Have your vehicle inspected by a n earby service station or a dealer.
■What to Do After the Engine Starts
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Index
Auxiliary Input Jack................................. 241
Average Fuel Economy ............................ 131
AWD ......................................................... 437
B
Battery ...................................................... 563
Charging System Indicator ................ 79, 609
Jump Starting ......................................... 604
Maintenance (Checking the Battery) ....... 563
Belts (Seat) .................................................. 35
Beverage Holders ..................................... 223
Blind spot information System ................ 438
Bluetooth ® Audio ..................................... 297
Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ®.................... 358
Booster Seats (For Children) ...................... 70
Brake System ............................................ 486
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) .................. 493
Automatic Brake Hold ............................. 491
Brake Assist System................................. 494
Fluid ....................................................... 543
Foot Brake .............................................. 490
Indicator ..................................... 75, 76, 610
Indicator (Red) ........................................ 612
Parking Brake.......................................... 486
Brightness Control (Instrument Panel) ... 198
Built-in Key ............................................... 147
Bulb Replacement .................................... 545
Back-Up Light and Taillight ..................... 548
Fog Lights ............................................... 545 Front Turn Signal,
Parking/Daytime
Running and Front Side Marker Lights ... 545
Headlights ............................................... 545
High-Mount Brake Light .......................... 548
Puddle Lights ........................................... 548
Rear License Plate Light ........................... 548
Rear Turn Signal Light Bulbs .................... 546
Side Turn Signal/Em ergency Indicator
Lights .................................................... 545
Taillights, Brake and Rear Side Marker
Lights .................................................... 547
Taillights/Brake and Back-Up Lights .......... 548
Bulb Specifications ................................... 628
C
CAMERA Button....................................... 508
Carbon Monoxide Gas ................................ 71
Carrying Cargo .................................. 399, 401
Certification Label .................................... 630
Changing Bulbs ......................................... 545
Charging System Indicator ................. 79, 609
Child Safety ................................................. 58
Childproof Door Locks ............................. 161
Child Seat .................................................... 58
Booster Seats ............................................. 70
Child Seat for Infants ................................. 60
Child Seat for Small Children ..................... 61
Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/Shoulder Seat Belt .................................................. 65
Larger Children .......................................... 69 Rear-facing Child Seat ............................... 60
Selecting a Child Seat ................................ 62
Childproof Door Locks ............................. 161
Cleaning the Exterior ............................... 571
Cleaning the Interior ................................ 569
Client Service Information ....................... 639
Climate Control System ............................ 230
Changing the Mode ................................ 230
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows ............................................... 232
Dust and Pollen Filter............................... 568
Rear Temperature Control Dial ................ 234
Recirculation/Fresh Air Mode ................... 230
Sensors ................................................... 235
Synchronized Mode................................. 233
Using Automatic Climate Control ............ 230
Clock .......................................................... 144
CMBSTM (Collision Mitigation Braking
SystemTM) ................................................. 446
Coat Hook ................................................. 225
Collision Mitigation Braking System
TM
(CMBSTM) ................................................. 446
Compact Spare Tire .......................... 579, 629
Console Compartment ............................. 222
Controls ..................................................... 143
Coolant (Engine) ...................................... 540
Adding to the Radiator ............................ 541
Adding to the Reserve Tank..................... 540
Overheating ............................................ 606
Creeping (Automatic Transmission) ........ 417
Cross Traffic Monitor ............................... 501
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Index
Cup Holders............................................... 223
Customized Features ................................ 332
D
Daytime Running Lights ........................... 190
Dead Battery ............................................. 604
Defaulting All the Settings ...................... 354
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows .................................................. 232
Devices that Emit Radio Waves ................ 631
Dimming Headlights ............................................... 186
Rearview Mirror ....................................... 204
Dipstick (Engine Oil) ................................. 536
Directional Signals (Turn Signal) .............. 185
Door Mirrors ............................................. 205
Doors ......................................................... 146
Auto Door Locking .................................. 162
Auto Door Unlocking ............................... 162
Keys ........................................................ 146
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Inside ..................................................... 159
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the
Outside .................................................. 150
Lockout Prevention System ...................... 157
DOT Tire Quality Grading ........................ 557
Driving ....................................................... 397
Automatic Transmission ........................... 417
Braking .................................................... 486
Off-Highway Driving Guidelines ............... 409 Shifting Gear ........................................... 418
Starting the Engine.................................. 411
Driving Position Memory System ............ 201
Dust and Pollen Filter ............................... 568
Dynamic Mode Switch ............................. 426
E
Electric Parking Brake
Switch ..................................................... 486
Electric Power Steering (EPS) System Indicator............................................ 84, 611
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ............. 434
Emergency ................................................ 622
Emissions Testing (Readiness Codes) ....... 634
Engine ....................................................... 630
Coolant ................................................... 540
Jump Starting .......................................... 604
Oil ........................................................... 535
Remote Engine Start................................ 413
Starting ................................................... 411
Engine Compartment Cover .................... 534
Engine Coolant ......................................... 540
Adding to the Radiator ............................ 541
Adding to the Reserve Tank..................... 540
Overheating ............................................ 606
Temperature Gauge ................................ 126
Engine Oil ................................................. 535
Adding .................................................... 537
Checking................................................. 536
Displaying Oil Life .................................... 526 Low Oil Pressure Indicator ....................... 608
Recommended Engine Oil ....................... 535
ENGINE START/STOP Button .................... 182
EPS (Electric Power Steering) System ...... 611
Exhaust Gas Hazard (Carbon Monoxide) .. 71
Exterior Care (Cleaning) .......................... 571
Exterior Mirrors ........................................ 205F
Features.................................................... 237
Filters Dust and Pollen....................................... 568
Oil .......................................................... 538
Flat Tire ............................................. 579, 587
Floor Mats ................................................ 570
Fluids Automatic Transmission .......................... 542
Brake ...................................................... 543
Engine Coolant ....................................... 540
Windshield Washer ................................. 544
FM/AM Radio ........................................... 274
Fog Lights Indicator ................................................... 87
Folding Down the Rear Seats .................. 216
Foot Brake ................................................ 490
Front Airbags (SRS) .................................... 45
Front Seats ................................................ 207
Adjusting ................................................ 207
Front Sensor Camera ............................... 483
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Index
Indicators..................................................... 74
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low
Speed Follow (LSF) (Amber) ...................... 91
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed Follow (LSF) (Green) ....... 91, 456
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ..................... 84
Auto High-Beam ........................................ 87
Auto Idle Stop (Green) ............................... 82
Auto Idle Stop System (Amber) .................. 82
Automatic Brake Hold........................ 77, 491
Automatic Brake Hold System ............ 77, 491
Blind spot information System ................... 95
Charging System ............................... 79, 609
Collision Mitigati on Braking System
TM
(CMBSTM) ................................................. 93
Electric Power Steering (EPS) System .. 84, 611
Fog Light ................................................... 87
Gear Position ............................................. 79
High Beam................................................. 87
Immobilizer System .................................... 88
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) (Amber) ................................................... 91
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) (Green) ............................................ 91, 473
Lights On ................................................... 87
Low Fuel .................................................... 83
Low Oil Pressure ...................................... 608
Low Tire Pressure/TPMS ..................... 86, 613
M (sequential mode ) Indicator/Gear
Selection Indicator ................................... 79
Maintenance Minder ................................. 90 Malfunction Indicator Lamp............... 78, 609
Parking Brake a
nd Brake System
(Amber) ........................................... 76, 612
Parking Brake a nd Brake System
(Red) ....................................... 75, 610, 612
Road Departure Mitigation (RDM) ............. 92
Safety Support (Amber) ............................. 92
Seat Belt Reminder .............................. 36, 83
Security System Alarm ............................... 88
Super Handling-All Wheel Drive
TM
(SH-AWD ®) .............................................. 90
Supplemental Restraint System ............ 55, 84
System Message ........................................ 89
Transmission System.......................... 80, 614
Turn Signal and Hazard Warning ............... 87
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA ®) OFF ............. 85
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA ®)
System ............................................ 85, 434
VSA ® OFF ................................................ 435
Information .............................................. 627
Instant Fuel Economy ............................... 131
Instrument Panel ........................................ 73
Brightness Control................................... 198
Integrated Dynamics System (IDS) ........... 426
Dynamic Mode button ............................ 426
Interior Lights ........................................... 219
Interior Rearview Mirror .......................... 204
iPad ........................................................... 311
iPhone ....................................................... 311
iPod ................................................... 291, 311
J
Jack (Wheel Nut Wrench) ........................ 583
Jump Starting ........................................... 604
K
Key Number Tag ...................................... 148
Keyless Access System .............................. 150
Keyless Lockout Prevention ..................... 157
Keys ........................................................... 146
Lockout Prevention ................................. 157
Number Tag............................................ 148
Rear Door Won’t Open ........................... 161
Remote Transmitter ................................ 155
Two-way Keyless Access Remote..... 158, 413
Types and Functions................................ 146
Kickdown (Automatic Transmission) ...... 417
Knee Airbags .............................................. 49
L
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) ........ 471
Language (HFL) ........................................ 360
LATCH (Child Seats) ............................. 63, 67
Legal Information .................................... 325
License Information ................................. 328
Lights ................................................ 186, 545
Automatic............................................... 187
Bulb Replacement ................................... 545
Daytime Running Lights .......................... 190
Fog Lights ............................................... 190
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