fuse Acura RDX 2020 Owner's Manual

Contents
This owner’s manual should be considered a permanent part of the
vehicle and should remain with the vehicle when it is sold.
This owner’s manual covers all models of your vehicle. You may find
descriptions of equipment and features that are not on your
particular model.
Images throughout this owner’s manual (including the front cover)
represent features and equipment that are available on some, but
not all, models. Your particular mo del may not have some of these
features.
This owner’s manual is for vehicles sold in the United States and
Canada.
The information and specifications in cluded in this publication were
in effect at the time of approval for printing. Honda Motor Co., Ltd.
reserves the right, however, to discontinue or change specifications
or design at any time without notice and without incurring any
obligation.2 Safe Driving P. 29
For Safe Driving P. 30 Seat Belts P. 35 Airbags P. 42
2Instrument Panel P. 73
Indicators P. 74 Gauges and Displays P. 126
2Controls P. 143
Clock P. 144 Locking and Unlocking the Doors P. 146
Panoramic Roof P. 179
Adjusting the Seats P. 207
2 Features P. 237
Audio System P. 238 Audio System Basic Operation P. 245
Customized Features P. 335 HomeLink® Universal Transceiver P. 358
2 Driving P. 399
Before Driving P. 400 Towing a Trailer P. 405
Braking P. 492Parking Your Vehicle P. 501
Fuel Economy and CO2 Emissions P. 524 Turbo Engine Vehicle P. 525
2 Maintenance P. 527
Before Performing Maintenance P. 528 Maintenance MinderTM P. 531
Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades P. 555
Climate Control System Main tenance P. 573 Cleaning P. 575
2Handling the Unexpected P. 583
Tools P. 584 If a Tire Goes Flat P. 585
Indicator, Coming On/Blinking P. 614 Fuses P. 621
2 Information P. 633
Specifications P. 634 Identification Numbers P. 636
Warranty Coverages P. 641 Authorized Manuals P. 643
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Visual Index
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Quick Reference Guide
❙Rearview Mirror (P 204)
❙Shift Button
Electronic Gear Selector
(P 420)
❙Driver’s Front Airbag (P 45)
❙Glove Box (P 221)
❙Passenger’s Front Airbag (P 45)
❙HomeLink® Buttons (P 359)
❙Interior Fuse Box Type A (P 624)
❙Dynamic Mode Switch (P 428)
❙Front Passenger’s Knee Airbag (P 49)
❙True Touchpad (P 246)
❙USB Port (P 239)
❙Driver’s Knee Airbag (P 49)
❙USB Ports* (P 240)
❙Power Window Switches (P 176)
❙Memory Buttons (P 202)
❙SET Button (P 202)
❙Power Door Lock Master Switch (P 161)
❙Door Mirror Controls (P 205)
❙Hood Release Handle (P 539)
❙Power Tailgate Button (P 167)
❙Interior Fuse Box Type C (P 626)
❙Rear Seat Heater Buttons* (P 229)
❙Interior Fuse Box Type B (P 625)
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Quick Reference Guide
Handling the Unexpected (P 583)
Flat Tire (P 585)
● 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 614)
● 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 607)
● If the battery is dead, jump start using a
booster battery.
Blown Fuse (P 621)
● Check for a blown fuse if an electrical
device does not operate.
Overheating (P 612)
● 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 628)
● Call a professional towing service if you
need to tow your vehicle.
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uuOpening and Closing the Tailgate uOpening/Closing the Power Tailgate
166
Controls
Press the power tailgate button for more than
one second to operate when the power mode
is in VEHICLE OFF (LOCK).
u Some exterior lights flash and the beeper
sounds.
If you press the button again while the power
tailgate is moving, it will stop.
Press the button for more than one second,
and the power tailgate will reverse direction.
■Customizing when to open the tailgate
Anytime: The power tailgate unlocks and opens at the same time. This is the
default setting.
When Unlocked: The tailgate opens when all doors are unlocked.
2Customized Features P. 335
■Using the Remote Transmitter1Opening/Closing the Power Tailgate
If you close the power tail gate when all the doors are
locked, the power tailgate locks automatically.
If you replace the battery or the power tailgate fuse
while the tailgate is open, the power tailgate may be
disabled. The power tail gate resumes once you
manually close the tailgate.
Installing aftermarket com ponents other than Acura
genuine accessories on the power tailgate may
prevent it from fully opening or closing.
Make sure the power tailgate is fully open before you
get your luggage in and out.
Make sure the power tailgate is fully closed before
you start the vehicle.
The beeper sounds when you start driving while the
power tailgate is still open, or closing.
HOLDPower
Tailgate
Button
HOLD
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580
Maintenance
Accessories and Modifications
Accessories
When installing accessories, check the following:
• Do not install accessories on the windshield. They can obstruct your view and
delay your reaction to driving conditions.
• Do not install any accessorie s over areas marked SRS Airbag, on the sides or backs
of the front seats, on front or side pillars, or near the side windows.
Accessories installed in these areas may interfere with proper operation of the
vehicle’s airbags or may be propelled into you or another occupant if the airbags
deploy.
• Be sure electronic accessories do not over load electrical circuits or interfere with
proper operation of your vehicle.
2 Fuses P. 621
•Before installing any electron ic accessory, have the installer contact a dealer for
assistance. If possible, have a dealer inspect the final installation.
• It is recommended to use genuine Acura roof bicycle racks for carrying bicycles.
Do not install load-c arrying (strap-type) accessory racks to the tailgate, as they
may interfere with normal operation, whic h may result in damage to the tailgate.
1Accessories and Modifications
Acura Genuine accessori es are recommended to
ensure proper operati on on your vehicle.
3WARNING
Improper accessories or modifications can
affect your vehicle’s handling, stability, and
performance, and cause a crash in which
you can be seriously hurt or killed.
Follow all instruction s in this owner’s
manual regarding accessories and
modifications.
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583
Handling the Unexpected
This chapter explains how to handle unexpected troubles.
ToolsTypes of Tools .................................. 584
If a Tire Goes Flat
Changing a Flat Tire ......................... 585
Temporarily Repairi ng a Flat Tire....... 593
Engine Does Not Start Checking the Engine ........................ 607
If the Keyless Access Remote Battery is Weak ............................................. 608
Emergency Engine Stop ................... 609
Jump Starting .................................... 610
Vehicles with a compact spare tire
Vehicles with temporary tire repair kit
Overheating
How to Handle Overheating............. 612
Indicator, Coming On/Blinking
If the Low Oil Pressure Warning Appears ... 614If the Charging System Indicator Comes On... 615If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes On or Blinks ................................... 615
If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes
On or Blinks ....................................... 616
If the Electric Power Steering (EPS) System
Indicator Comes On ........................... 617
If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On or Blinks at the Same Time When the Brake
System Indicator (Amber) Comes On .....618
If the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator Comes On or Blinks ....................... 619
If the Transmission System Indicator Blinks along with the Warning Message .... 620
Fuses
Fuse Locations ................................. 621
Inspecting and Changing Fuses ........ 627
Emergency Towing ........................... 628
When You Cannot Unlock the Fuel Fill Door ................................................. 629
When You Cannot Open the Tailgate.. 630Refueling ........................................... 631
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607
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. 608
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. 569●If the interior lights come on normally 2 Fuses P. 621
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. 413
Check the immobilize r system indicator.
When the immobilizer system indicator is blinking, the engine cannot be started.
2 Immobilizer 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.
2 Inspecting and Changing Fuses P. 627
If the problem continues:
2Emergency Towing P. 628
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. 610
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621Continued
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 battery. Push the tabs to
open the box.
■Engine Compartment Fuse
Box Type A
Tab
■Circuit protected and fuse rating
Circuit ProtectedAmps
1−−
2− −
3IG1 VBSOL210 A
4 IG1 RR WIPER 10 A
5IG1 VSA10 A
6 HTR MTR 40 A
7DBW15 A
8TCU 15 A
9FI MAIN15 A
10 STARTER CUT 30 A
11INJ20 A
12 HAZARD 15 A
13TCU 210 A
14 TCU 3 10 A
15FET MODULE30 A
16 SUB FAN 30 A
17HORN10 A
18 BACK UP 10 A
19STOP7.5 A
20 FET MODULE 30 A
21VBU10 A
22 FRT DEICER*15 A
23IG COIL15 A
24 WASHER 15 A
25MAIN FAN30 A
26 STRLD 7.5 A
27IGPS10 A
28 − −
29R H/L LO10 A
30 L H/L LO 10 A
31VBACT10 A
32 IGPS (LAF) 10 A
33−−
Circuit ProtectedAmps
* Not available on all models
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uuFuses uFuse Locations
Handling the Unexpected
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 battery. Push the tabs to
open the box.
■Engine Compartment Fuse
Box Type B
Tab
■Circuit protected and fuse rating
Circuit ProtectedAmps
1
−(50 A)
ABS/VSA MTR40 A
F/B MAIN 250 A
F/B MAIN60 A
ABS VSA FSR40 A
WIPER30 A
IDLE STOP30 A
IDLE STOP30 A
2−−
3−−
44WD*(30 A)
5IG MAIN 230 A
6 IG MAIN 30 A
7H/L WASHER*(30 A)
8 DR P/SEAT 3 30 A
9EBB40 A
10 TRL SMALL*7.5 A
*1:Models without seat ventilation
*2:Models with seat ventilation
11PTG CLOSER MTR20 A
12 − −
13DR P/SEAT 130 A
14 AS P/SEAT 2 30 A
15AS P/SEAT 130 A
16 RR DEF 40 A
17AMP30 A*1
40 A*2
18 SUNSHADE 20 A
19DR P/SEAT 230 A
20 AS P/SEAT 3 30 A
21SBW10 A
22 TRL HAZARD*7.5 A
23BMS10 A
24 PTG MTR 40 A
Circuit ProtectedAmps
* Not available on all models
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623
uuFuses uFuse Locations
Continued
Handling the Unexpected
Located near the + terminal on the battery.
Remove the cover on the + terminal (as
shown).
Replacement of this fuse should be done by
a dealer.
■Engine Compartment Fuse
Box Type C
Positive Battery
Terminal Cover
■Circuit protected and fuse rating
Circuit ProtectedAmps
aMAIN120 A
b−70 A
cR/B 170 A
dR/B 270 A
eEPS70 A
fFET60 A
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