engine oil Acura RDX 2007 Owner's Guide

Let the vehicle sit for a minute.
Op en the hood, and check the oil
level (see page ). An engine
very low on oil can lose pressure
during cornering and other driving
maneuvers. If
the charging system
indicator comes on brightly
wh en the engine is running, the
battery is not being charged.
Safely
pull off the road, and shut
off the engine. Turn on the hazard
warning lights.
This
indicator should never
come on when the engine is
running. If it starts flashing or stays
on, the oil pressure has dropped very
low or lost pressure. Serious engine
damage is possible, and you should
take immediate action.
Start the engine, and watch the oil
pressure indicator. If it does not go
out within 10 seconds, turn off the
engine. There is a mechanical
problem that needs to be repaired
befo re you can continue driving
(see on page
). You
will also see a ‘‘CHECK
CHARGI NG SYSTEM’’ message on
the multi-information display (see
page ).
Immediately turn off all electri cal
accessories. Try not to use other
electrically operated controls such as
the power windows. Keep the engine
running; starting the engine will
discharge the battery rapidly.
Go to a service station or garage
where you can get technical
assistance.
If
necessary, add oil to bring the
level back to the full mark on the
dipsti ck (see page ).
You
will also see an ‘‘OIL
PRESSURE LOW’’ message on the
multi-info rmation display (see page
). 1.
2.
4. 3.
283
403 84
84 347
On RDX with Technology Package
model
On RDX with Technology Package model
L ow Oil Pressure Indicator Charging System Indicator
Emergency T owing
L ow Oil Pressure Indicator, Charging System Indicator
T aking Care of t he Unexpect ed
393
Running the engine with low oil
pressure can cause serious mechanical
damage almost immediately. Turn of f
the engine as soon as you can saf ely get
the vehicle stopped.
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Specif ications
408
Dimensions
Weights
Engine
Capacities
Capacities
1.66 US gal (6.3)
8.1 US qt (7.7
)
2.6 US qt (2.5
)
2.9 US qt (2.7)
Length
Width
Height
Wheelbase
Track
65.2 in (1,655 mm)
104.3 in (2,650 mm)
61.9 in (1,572 mm)
62.6 in (1,590 mm)
Gross vehicle weight rating See the certification label attached to the driver’s doorjamb.
Type
BorexStroke
Displacement
Compression ratio
Spark plugs Water cooled 4-stroke DOHC
i-VTEC 4-cylinder gasoline engine with turbo charger
3.39 x 3.90 in (86.0 x 99.0 mm) 140.4 cu-in (2,300 cm
)
8.8 : 1
Fuel tank
Engine oil 18.0 US gal (68
)
5.0 US qt (4.7
)
4.6 US qt (4.4)
6.1 US qt (5.8) Excluding the oil remaining in the engine
Including the coolant in the reserve tank and that remaining in the
engine
Reserve tank capacity:
0.190 US gal (0.72
)
180.7 in (4,590 mm)
73.6 in (1,870 mm)
2.40 US gal (9.1
)
3.5 US qt (3.3)
2.6 US qt (2.5
)
4.8 US qt (4.5)
Engine
coolant
Automatic
transmission
fluid
Rear
differential
fluid
Windshield
washer
reservoir
SILKR8A-S
Approx.
Front
Rear
Change
Without filter
Total Change
Total
Change
Total
Change
Total
U.S. Vehicles
Canada
Vehicles
1:
2:
(NGK)
1 2
Including filter
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CONT INUED
BatteryCharging System ...........................
Indicator . 66, 393
............................
Jump Starting .389
..............................
Maintenance .378
............................
Specif ications .409
..............................
Bef ore Driving .277 ....................................
Belts,Seat .8,20
.........................
Beverage Holders .163
..................................
Booster Seats . 55
Brakes ...........
Anti-lock System (ABS) . 307
.............
Break-in, New Linings . 278
....................
Bulb Replacement .362
...........................................
Fluid .357
.......................................
Parking .157
......
System Indicator (Red) . 68, 395
System Indicator ...........................
(Amber) . 68, 396
..........................
System Design .306
........................
Wear Indicators .306
.............................
Braking System .306
.................
Break-in, New Vehicle . 278
Brightness Control, ...............................
Instruments .124
......................
Brights, Headlights .121
....................................
Accessories .285
ACCESSORY (Ignition Key .....................................
Position) .129
............
Accessory Power Sockets . 164
.....................................
Acura Link .244
....................
Additives, Engine Oil . 348
.......................
Additives, Gasoline .278
.............
Adjusting the Sound . 196, 227
.....
Adjusting the Steering Wheel . 126
........
Adjust Outside Temperature . 77
......
Adjust Outside Temp. Display . 96
...........................
Advanced Airbags . 29
...............................
Airbag (SRS) . 9, 24
..............
Air Conditioning System . 170
.........................................
Usage .171
.......................
Air Pressure, Tires .373
......................................
Antif reeze .351
Anti-lock Brakes (ABS) ...............................
Indicator . 67, 307
...................................
Operation .307
..............
Anti-thef t, Audio System . 239
Anti-thef t Steering Column ............................................
Lock .129
................................
Audio System .178 ............................
Auto Door Lock .108
...
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking . 133
.........................
Auto Door Unlock .116
.
Automatic Lighting Off Feature . 122
...
Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners . 22
..............
Automatic Transmission . 295
..........................
Capacity, Fluid .408
...............
Checking Fluid Level . 355
Driving with the Paddle ...................................
Shif ters .299
.......................................
Shif ting .295
Shif t Lever Position ...............................
Indicators .295
................
Shif t Lever Positions . 296
....................
Shif t Lock Release . 298
......................
Auxiliary Input Jack .230
Index
A
B
INDEX
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Cruise Main Indicator .70
...................................
Cup Holders .163
.......................
Customized Settings .87
....................................
Def ault All .90
.................................
Door Setup .107
...........................
Lighting Setup .102
.................................
Meter Setup .93
.............
Customer Service Of f ice . 422
...............
DANGER, Explanation of . iii
...................................
Dashboard . 3, 62
..............
Daytime Running Lights . 123
Daytime Running Lights .......................................
Indicator .71
.................................
Dead Battery .389
........................................
Def ault All .90
.........
Def ects, Reporting Saf ety . 424
..............
Def ogger, Rear Window . 125
..............
Def rosting the Windows . 173
....................................
Dimensions .408
.............
Dimming the Headlights . 121
Dipstick ..........
Automatic Transmission . 355
..................................
Engine Oil .283 ........................
Directional Signals .121
........
Disc Brake Wear Indicators . 306
.......................................
Disc Care .233
........................
Disc Changer . 183, 206
Disc Changer Error .....................................
Message .234
.....................
Disposal of Used Oil .350
.....................................
Door Setup .107
........................
Auto Door Lock .108
.....................
Auto Door Unlock .116
.......................
Door Lock Mode .110
Keyless Lock ................
Acknowledgement . 112
.............
Security Relock Timer . 114
Doors ............
Childproof Door Locks . 132
............
Locking and Unlocking . 131
....................
Power Door Locks . 131
........
DOT Tire Quality Grading . 410
.......................................
Drive (D) .297
...........
Driver and Passenger Safety . 5
...........................................
Driving .291
....................................
Economy .284
........................
Driving Guidelines .292
.......
Driving with Paddle Shif ters . 299
................
D-Paddle Shif t Mode . 299...............................
In S Position .301
..........
Dual Temperature Control . 175
..................
Dust and Pollen Filter . 367
..............................
Economy, Fuel .284
...................................
Elapsed Time . 82
.........................
Reset Condition .100
........
Electric Vacuum Pump . 306, 396
Index
E
D
INDEX
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Emergencies .381
.............
Battery, Jump Starting . 389
Brake System Indicator ......................................
(Red) .395
Brake System Indicator .................................
(Amber) .396
................
Changing a Flat Tire . 383
.....
Charging System Indicator . 393
..................
Checking the Fuses . 398
.......
Hazard Warning Flashers . 125
............................
Jump Starting .389
.....
Low Oil Pressure Indicator . 393
...
Malf unction Indicator Lamp . 394
..................
Overheated Engine . 391
............................
Tailgate Open .139
..................
Emergency Towing . 403
.........................
Emergency Brake .157
....................
Emergency Flashers .125
.......................
Emissions Controls .415
.............
Emissions Testing, State . 418
Engine ............
Adding Engine Coolant . 351
Coolant Temperature .................................
Gauge . 78, 83
.........................
If It Won’t Start .387 Malf unction Indicator
................................
Lamp . 65, 394
.........................
Oil Lif e Display .330
........
Oil Pressure Indicator . 65, 393
..............
Oil, What Kind to Use . 347
...............................
Overheating .391
............................
Specif ications .408
............................
Speed Limiter .297
.......................................
Starting .294
.
Evaporative Emissions Controls . 415
...............................
Exhaust Fumes .58
Expectant Mothers, Use of Seat ........................................
Belts by .18
...................................
Fan, Interior .172
.........................................
Features .169
....................
Filling the Fuel Tank . 279
Filters .........................
Dust and Pollen .367
...............................................
Oil .349
...........
Flashers, Hazard Warning . 125
...................
Flat Tire, Changing a . 383
Fluids ..........
Automatic Transmission . 355..........................................
Brake .357
..........................
Power Steering .358
..................
Windshield Washer . 353
..............
Folding Rear Seat Down . 147
........................
Four-way Flashers .125
Front Airbags ............................
Driver’s Side .9 ,26
.....................
Passenger’s Side . 9, 34
......................
Front Door Pockets .162
Front Seat .........
Adjusting (Driver’s Side) . 144
..
Adjusting (Passenger’s Side) . 145
.......................................
Heaters .150
.................................................
Fuel .278
.....................
AVG. Fuel A/B . 77, 82
........
Check Fuel Cap Message . 280
......................
Fill Door and Cap .279
.....................
Low Fuel Indicator .69
...........................................
Gauge .75
...................................
INST. Fuel .82
................
Octane Requirement . 278
...............................
Oxygenated .279
........................
Tank, Ref ueling .279
.....
Tighten Fuel Cap Message . 281
...............................
Fuel Economy .284
.....................
Fuses, Checking the .398
Index
F
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Parking .121
................................
Turn Signal .121
....................................
Load Limits .288
....
LOCK (Ignition Key Position) . 129
......................
Lockout Prevention .132
Locks .....
Anti-thef t Steering Column . 129
........................
Childproof Door .132
.............
Console Compartment . 165
............................
Fuel Fill Door .279
..................................
Glove Box .162
...............................
Power Door .131
......................................
Tailgate .138
........................
Low Coolant Level .283
................................
Lower Anchors .47
.........................
Low Fuel Indicator .69
...
Low Oil Pressure Indicator . 65, 393
.
Low Tire Pressure Indicator . 73, 309
...
Lubricant Specif ications Chart . 408
.
Luggage Hooks (Cargo Hooks) . 290
...........
Luggage, Storing (Cargo) . 287
...........
Luggage Net (Cargo Net) . 290
...................
Neutral Gear Position . 297
..................
New Vehicle Break-in . 278
.....................
Normal Shif t Speeds .302
...................
NOTICE, Explanation of . i ...............
Numbers, Identif ication . 406
...
Octane Requirement, Gasoline . 278
...................................
Odometer . 76, 81
....................
Of f -Highway Driving . 324
Oil ........................
Change, How to .349
......................
Change, When to .330
......................
Checking Engine .283
..............
Pressure Indicator . 65, 393
Selecting Proper Viscosity ......................................
Chart .348
.........
ON (Ignition Key Position) . 129
Onboard Ref ueling Vapor ....................................
Recovery .415
......................
Optional Cargo Net .290
............................
Outside Mirrors .155
...............
Outside Temperature . 77, 81
....................
Overheating, Engine .391
....
Owner’s Maintenance Checks . 342
..................................
Maintenance .327 ..
Main Items and Sub Items . 333, 340
............................................
Minder .330
.............................
Minder Indicator .74
Owner’s Maintenance ...................................
Checks .342
........................................
Record .344
..........................................
Saf ety .328
.
Malfunction Indicator Lamp . 65, 394
...............................
Meters, Gauges .75
.....................................
Meter Setup .93
..
Adjust Outside Temp. Display . 96
.....
Elap. Time Reset Condition . 100
....................
Language Selection .94
Trip A&Avg. Fuel Reset with .......................................
Ref uel .98
........................
Mirrors, Adjusting .155
...............
Modif ying Your Vehicle . 286
.......................................
Moonroof .153
.............
Multi-Inf ormation Display . 79
Index
INDEX
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Safety Belts . 8, 20
.........
Safety Defects, Reporting . 424
.................................
Saf ety Features .7
...........................................
Airbags .9
.......................................
Seat Belts .8
...................
Radiator Overheating . 391
.................
Radio Thef t Protection . 239
...........................
Readiness Codes .394
Rear Pillar Lights, Bulb ..............................
Replacement .362
.............
Rear Seat, Folding Down . 147
..........................
Rear View Mirror .155
...............
Rear Window Def ogger . 125
Rear Window Wiper and .......................................
Washer .120
Reception, XM
Satellite
........................................
Radio .235
.....
Reclining the Seat Backs . 144, 145
.......
Recommended Shif t Speeds . 302
........................................
Ref ueling .279
.....................
Remote Transmitter .140
Replacement Inf ormation ..............
Dust and Pollen Filter . 367................
Engine Oil and Filter . 349
..........................................
Fuses .398
................................
Light Bulbs .359
...........................................
Tires .375
.................
Transmitter Battery . 142
.............................
Wiper Blades .368
Replacing Seat Belts Af ter a ............................................
Crash .23
..........
Reporting Saf ety Def ects . 424
.....................
Required Engine Oil .347
Reserve Tank, Engine ...............................
Coolant . 283, 351
...............................
Restraint, Child . 37
...............
Retractable Master Key . 127
..................
Reverse Gear Position . 296
......................
Reverse Mirror Tilt .156
......................................
Roof Rack .289
................................
Rotation, Tire .375
............
Panel Brightness Control . 124
........................
Park Gear Position .296
...........................................
Parking .305
...............................
Parking Brake .157
Parking Brake and Brake ......
System Indicator (Red) . 68, 395
...............................
Parking Lights .121
..
Parking Over Things that Burn . 305
....
Passenger Airbag Of f Indicator . 34
.............................
PGM-FI System .416
Playing the XM Satellite ........................................
Radio .235
...................................
Pollen Filter .367
........................
Power Door Locks .131
...............................
Power Sockets .164
....................
Power Steering Fluid . 358
............................
Power Windows .151
.........
Pregnancy, Using Seat Belts . 18
........................
Preparing to Drive .293
.........
Protecting Adults and Teens . 11
...
Additional Safety Precautions . 19
.....
Advice f or Pregnant Women . 18
........................
Protecting Children .37
.......................
Protecting Inf ants .42 .......
Protecting Larger Children . 54
.........
Protecting Small Children . 43
Using Child Seats with .....................................
Tethers .52
.............................
Using LATCH .47
Index
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Service Information Summary
Gasoline:
Fuel Tank Capacity:
Required Engine Oil;Power Steering Fluid:
Brake Fluid:
Tire Pressure (measured cold):
SpareTirePressure:
Transfer Assembly Fluid: Rear Differential Fluid: Automa tic Transmission Fluid:
Premium unleaded gasoline,
pump octane number of 91 or
higher. Honda Power Steering Fluid
preferred, or another brand of
power steering fluid as a
temporary replacement. Do not
use ATF (see page ).
Honda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid
DOT 3 preferred, or a DOT 3 or
DOT 4 brake fluid as a temporary
replacement (see page ).
32 psi (220 kPa , 2.2 kgf/cm
)
SAE 90 or SAE 80W-90 viscosity
hypoid gear oil, API service
classified GL4 or GL5 only. 2.6USq
t(2.5)
SH-AWD diffe
rential case
Capacity: Honda ATF-Z1 (Automatic
Transmission Fluid) preferred, or
aDEXRON
III ATF as a
temporary replacement. Honda ATF-Z1 (Automatic
Transmission Fluid) preferred, or
aDEXRON
III ATF as a
temporary replacement (see page ).
Always use Mobil 1
5W-30 or an
equivalent oil that meets the
Acura HTO-06 standard.
60 psi (420 kPa , 4.2 kgf/cm
)
18.0 US gal (68
)
Oil change capacity (including
filter): 5.0 US qt (4.7
) Front/Rear:
355
358
357
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