engine coolant Acura RDX 2020 Owner's Manual

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Quick Reference Guide
Maintenance (P 527)
Under the Hood (P 538)
● 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, push it to the side, and then
raise the hood. Once you have raised the hood slightly, you
can release the lever.
cWhen finished, close the hood and make sure it is firmly
locked in place.
Lights (P 551)
● Inspect all lights regularly.
Wiper Blades (P 555)
● Replace blades if they leave streaks
across the windshield.
Tires (P 560)
● Inspect tires and wheels regularly.
● Check tire pressures regularly.
● Install snow tires for winter
driving.
* Not available on all models
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uuIndicators uMulti-Information Display Warn ing and Information Messages
Instrument Panel
MessageConditionExplanation
•Appears when the engine oil pressure is low.•Appears while driving - Immediately stop in a safe
place.
2 If the Low Oil Pressure Warning Appears P. 614
●Appears when the engine coolant temperature gets
abnormally high.
2 Overheating P. 612
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uuIndicators uMulti-Information Display Warning and Information Messages
Continued
Instrument Panel
MessageConditionExplanation
• Appears when you turn the Auto Idle Stop system
on.
2 Auto Idle Stop P. 430
•Appears when Auto Idle Stop Display On has
been selected from the customization menu.
2 Customized Features P. 335
2Auto Idle Stop P. 430
•Appears when Auto Idle Stop does not activate for
some reason.
• Appears when the engine restarts automatically.
• Appears when the battery temperature is around
14°F (−10°C) or lower.
•Appears when Auto Idle Stop does not activate
because the climate control sy stem is in use, and the
difference between the set temperature and actual
interior temperature becomes significant.
• Appears when Auto Idle Stop does not activate
because the engine coolant temperature is too low
or high.
•Appears when Auto Idle Stop does not activate
because the battery charge level is low.
• Appears when the batte ry is low performance.
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Instrument Panel
Gauges and Displays
Gauges
Gauges include the speedometer, tachometer, fuel gauge, and related indicators.
They are displayed when the power mode is in ON.
Displays your driving speed in mph (U.S.) or km/h (Canada).
Shows the number of engine revolutions per minute.
Displays the amount of fuel left in the fuel tank.
Displays the temperature of the engine coolant.
■Speedometer
■Tachometer
■Fuel Gauge
■Temperature Gauge
1Fuel Gauge
NOTICE
You should refuel when the reading approaches .
Running out of fuel can cause the engine to misfire,
damaging the cata lytic converter.
The actual amount of remain ing fuel may differ from
the fuel gauge reading.E
1 Temperature Gauge
NOTICE
Driving with the temperat ure gauge pointer in the
upper zone can cause serious engine damage. Pull
safely to the side of th e road and allow engine
temperature to return to normal. 2 Overheating P. 612
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uuGeneral Information on the Audio System uHonda App License Agreement
Features
E. Information Coll ection and Storage
1. Information Collection, Use, Transmission and Storage of Data. Consent to Use of Data:
You agree that HONDA and PROVIDERS may
collect and use your information gathered in any manner as part of product support services related to the SOFTWARE or related services.
HONDA may share such information with third parties, including, without limitation, PROVIDERS, th ird party software and services
suppliers, their affiliates and/or their desi gnated agents, solely to improve their products or to provide services or technolo gies to you.
HONDA, third party software and systems s uppliers, their affiliates and/or their designated agent may disclose this information to others,
but not in a form that pe rsonally identifies you.
2. Information Storage.
Depending on the type of multimedia system you have in your VEHICLE, certain information may be stored for ease
of use of the SOFTWARE including, without limitation, search hi story, location history in certain applications, previous and saved
destinations, map locations within certain applications, and device numbers and contact information.
(a) Vehicle Health Information.
Your VEHICLE may remotely trans mit information regarding the status and health of your VEHICLE
(“VEHICLE INFORMATION”) to HONDA without notification to you. VEHICLE INFORMATION may contain VEHICLE maintenance and
malfunction status that is derived from VEHICLE diagnostic data and includes, but is not limited to, status of powered doors and windows,
battery life data, battery charging data, VEHICLE speed, coolant temperat ure, air compressor revolution, output power, warning codes,
diagnostic trouble codes, fuel injection volume, and engine rotati ons per minute. VEHICLE HEALTH INFORMATION may be used by HONDA
for research and development, to deliver HONDA SERVICES and information to you, and to contact you, and is retained only for a period
of time necessary to fulfill these goals.
(b) VEHICLE Geolocation Data (non-navigation/map based).
If you opt-in to geolocation-based SERVICES, your vehicle’s geolocation data
(latitude and longitude) will be automatically se nt from your VEHICLE to HONDA and PROVIDERS.
(c) You understand that the inputting or uploading of information to your VEHICLE’s multimedia system or the SOFTWARE or SERVIC ES is
at your own risk and that HONDA is not responsible for unauthorized access to or use of any personal or other information. All information
uploaded to the SOFTWARE and SERVICES may be stored on your VEHICLES’s multimedia system and you understand that the security and
safety of your VEHICLE’s multimedia system is your sole responsibility.
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uuWhen Driving uStarting the Engine
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Driving
■To stop the engine
Press and hold the button
for one second.
Go within the range,
and try again.
Amber LED: Blinks when any
button is pressed. Red LED:
●Comes on for one second to let you
know that the engine has stopped.
●Blinks when the remote is out of
the keyless access system range.
The engine will not stop.
1
Remote Engine Start*
•Another registered keyless access remote is in the
vehicle.
•There is any antenna failure.
•The door is unlocked with the built-in key.•The engine oil pressure is low.
•The engine coolant temper ature is extremely high.
•The telematics unit malfunctions.•The security system alarm is not set.
Before starting the engine, make sure to check the
door lock status using the remote. When you press
the button, wait for the green LED to blink. If
the red LED turns on, the doors and tailgate did not
lock, and the engine does not start.
While the engine is running, the vehicle will
automatically preconditi on inside the vehicle.
When it is warm outside:
•The climate control system is activated in
recirculation mode.
•The seat ventilation is activated*.
When it is cold outside:
•The defroster is activated at a moderately warm
temperature.
•The rear defogger and door mirror heaters are
activated.
•The seat heaters and heated steering wheel* are
activated. 2Heated Steering Wheel
* P. 227
2 Front Seat Heaters and Ventilation*
P. 228
* Not available on all models
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uuWhen Driving uAuto Idle Stop
432
Driving
The vehicle stops with the gear position in (D and the brake pedal depressed.
■Auto Idle Stop does not activate when:
• The Auto Idle Stop OFF button is pressed.
• The driver’s seat belt is not fastened.
• The engine coolant temperature is low or high.
• The transmission fluid temperature is low or high.
• The vehicle comes to a stop again befo re the vehicle speed reaches 3 mph (5
km/h) after the engine starts.
• Stopped on a steep incline.
• The transmission is in a position other than
(D.
• The engine is started with the hood open.
u Turn off the engine. Close the hood before you restart the engine to activate
Auto Idle Stop.
• The battery charge is low.
• The internal temperature of the ba ttery is 14°F (−10°C). or less.
• The climate control system is in use, an d the outside temperature is below −4°F
(−20°C) or over 104°F (40°C).
• The climate control system is in use, and the temperature is set to the Hi or Lo.
• is ON (indicator on).
• The dynamic mode is changed to Snow or Sport+ mode.
■Auto Idle Stop Activates When:1Auto Idle Stop Activates When:
Do not open the hood while the Auto Idle Stop
function is activated. If the hood is opened, the
engine will not re start automatically.
In this case, restart the engine with the ENGINE
START/STOP button.
2 Starting the Engine P. 413
When ACC with Low Speed Follow is in operation,
the vehicle stops without de pressing the brake pedal
and Auto Idle Stop may activate.
Pressing the ENGINE START/STOP button changes
the power mode to OFF even while Auto Idle Stop is
in operation. Once in O FF, the engine no longer
restarts automatically. Follow the standard procedure
to start the engine. 2 Starting the Engine P. 413
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Maintenance
This chapter discusses basic maintenance.
Before Performing MaintenanceInspection and Maintenance ............ 528
Safety When Performing Maintenance ..529
Parts and Fluids Used in Maintenance Service ........................................... 530
Maintenance Minder
TM..................... 531
Maintenance Under the Hood Maintenance Items Under the Hood .. 538
Opening the Hood ........................... 539
Engine Compartment Cover ............. 540
Recommended Engine Oil ................ 541
Oil Check ......................................... 542
Adding Engine Oil ............................ 543 Changing the Engine Oi
l and Oil Filter... 544
Engine Coolant ................................ 546
Transmission Fluid ............................ 548
Brake Fluid ....................................... 549
Refilling Window Wa sher Fluid......... 550
Replacing Light Bulbs ....................... 551Checking and Maintaining Wiper
Blades .......................................... 555
Checking and Maintaining Tires
Checking Tires ................................. 560
Tire and Loading Information Label .. 561
Tire Labeling .................................... 561
DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles).. 563
Wear Indicators ............................... 565
Tire Service Life ................................ 565
Tire and Wheel Replacement ........... 566
Tire Rotation .................................... 567
Winter Tires ..................................... 568
Battery ............................................... 569
Remote Transmitter Care Replacing the Button Battery ........... 571
Climate Control System Maintenance.. 573Cleaning
Interior Care .................................... 575
Exterior Care.................................... 577
Accessories and Modifications ........ 580
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uuMaintenance MinderTMuTo Use Maintenance MinderTM
Continued
Maintenance
■Maintenance Service Items1Maintenance Service Items
•Adjust the valves during services A, B, 1, 2, or 3 if
they are noisy.
Maintenance Minder Message
Main
Item Sub
ItemsMaintenance Minder Indicator
System Message Indicator
U.S. models
*1: If a Maintenance Minder Indicator and message does not appear more than 12 months after the
display is reset, change the engine oil every year.
# : See information on maintenance and emissions warranty.
*2: If you drive in dusty conditions, replace the air cleaner element every 15,000 miles (24,000 km).
CODEMaintenance Main Items
A
●Replace engine oil*1
B●Replace engine oil*1 and oil filter●Inspect front and rear brakes●Check expiration date for Temporary Tire Repair Kit bottle (If
equipped)
●Inspect tie rod ends, steering gearbox, and boots●Inspect suspension components●Inspect driveshaft boots●Inspect brake hoses and lin es (Including ABS/VSA®)●Inspect all fluid levels and condition of fluids●Inspect exhaust system#
●Inspect fuel lines and connections#*3: If you drive primarily in urban areas that have high concentrations of soot in the air from industry and
from diesel-powered vehicles, replace the dust and pollen filter every 15,000 miles (24,000 km).
*4: Driving in mountainous areas at very low vehicle speeds or trailer towing results in higher level of
mechanical (Shear) stress to fluid. This requires differential fluid changes more frequently than
recommended by the Maintenance Minder. If you regularly drive your vehicle under these conditions, have
the differential fluid changed at 7,500 miles (12,000 km), then every 15,000 miles (24,000 km).
*5: If a Maintenance Minder Indicator does not appear more than 36 months after the display for item 7 is reset, change the brake fluid every 3 years.
CODEMaintenance Sub Items
1
●Rotate tires
2●Replace air cleaner element*2
●Replace dust and pollen filter*3
●Inspect drive belt
3
●Replace transmission fluid and transfer* fluid
4●Replace spark plugs●Inspect valve clearance
5
●Replace engine coolant
6●Replace rear differential fluid*4
7●Replace brake fluid*5
* Not available on all models
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uuMaintenance MinderTMuTo Use Maintenance MinderTM
Maintenance
1Maintenance Service Items
•Adjust the valves during services A, 0, 9, 1, 2, or 3
if they are noisy.
Canadian models
*1: If a Maintenance Minder Indicator and message does not appear more than 12 months after the
display is reset, change the engine oil every year.
*2: If you drive in dusty conditions, replace every 24,000 km (15,000 miles).
*3: If you drive primarily in urban areas that have high concentrations of soot in the air from industry and
from diesel-powered vehicles, replace every 24,000 km (15,000 miles).
*4: Driving in mountainous areas at very low vehicle speeds or trailer towing results in higher level of mechanical (Shear) stress to fluid. This requires differential fluid changes more frequently than
recommended by the Maintenance Minder.
If you regularly drive your vehicle under these conditions, have the differential fluid changed at 12,000
km (7,500 miles), then every 24,000 km (15,000 miles).
*5: If a Maintenance Minder Indicator does not appear more than 36 months after the display for item 7 is reset, change the brake fluid every 3 years.
# : See information on maintenance and emissions warranty.
CODEMaintenance Main Items
A
●Replace engine oil*1
0●Replace engine oil*1 and oil filter
CODEMaintenance Sub Items
1
●Rotate tires
2●Replace air cleaner element*2
●Replace dust and pollen filter*3
●Inspect drive belt
3
●Replace transmission fl uid and transfer fluid
4●Replace spark plugs●Inspect valve clearance
5
●Replace engine coolant
6●Replace rear differential fluid*4
7●Replace brake fluid*5
9●Service front and rear brakes●Inspect these items:
•Tie rod ends, steeri ng gearbox, and boots
•Suspension components
•Driveshaft boots
•Brake hoses and lines (including ABS/VSA®)
•All fluid levels and condition of fluids
•Exhaust system#
•Fuel lines and connections#
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