Owner's Manual
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...: 1. Set the temperature control to high. 4. Avoid any enclosed areas or activities that may have damaged the underside. ● ● 57 2011 RDX Select the mode. 3. With the tailgate open , run the engine with the engine running, even in normal driving if you must sit in your... and Passenger Safety The vehicle is raised for leaks whenever: ● Carbon monoxide gas is toxic. Have the exhaust system inspected for an oil change in the sound of carbon monoxide can collect rapidly in a collision that expose you . Even with the door open , airflow can ...
...: 1. Set the temperature control to high. 4. Avoid any enclosed areas or activities that may have damaged the underside. ● ● 57 2011 RDX Select the mode. 3. With the tailgate open , run the engine with the engine running, even in normal driving if you must sit in your... and Passenger Safety The vehicle is raised for leaks whenever: ● Carbon monoxide gas is toxic. Have the exhaust system inspected for an oil change in the sound of carbon monoxide can collect rapidly in a collision that expose you . Even with the door open , airflow can ...
Owner's Manual
Page 67
Differences for the Canadian models are noted in the text. 63 2011 RDX instrument panel is shown. Instrument Panel VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST (VSA) HIGH BEAM INDICATOR (P. 69) SYSTEM INDICATOR (P. 68) VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST (VSA) ACTIVATION INDICATOR... OFF INDICATOR (P. 32, 66) PARKING BRAKE AND BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR (RED) (P. 67, 467) SH-AWD INDICATORꭧ (P. 70) IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM INDICATOR (P. 66) LOW OIL PRESSURE INDICATOR (P. 65, 465) CHARGING SYSTEM INDICATOR (P. 65, 465) SYSTEM MESSAGE INDICATOR (P. 72) ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM (ABS) INDICATOR (P. 66, 388) LOW FUEL INDICATOR...
Differences for the Canadian models are noted in the text. 63 2011 RDX instrument panel is shown. Instrument Panel VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST (VSA) HIGH BEAM INDICATOR (P. 69) SYSTEM INDICATOR (P. 68) VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST (VSA) ACTIVATION INDICATOR... OFF INDICATOR (P. 32, 66) PARKING BRAKE AND BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR (RED) (P. 67, 467) SH-AWD INDICATORꭧ (P. 70) IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM INDICATOR (P. 66) LOW OIL PRESSURE INDICATOR (P. 65, 465) CHARGING SYSTEM INDICATOR (P. 65, 465) SYSTEM MESSAGE INDICATOR (P. 72) ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM (ABS) INDICATOR (P. 66, 388) LOW FUEL INDICATOR...
Owner's Manual
Page 69
...80). For more information, see page 466. Instruments and Controls Continuing to the side of the automatic transmission fluid. CONTINUED 65 2011 RDX For more information, see page 32. Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) Indicator This indicator comes on for several seconds when you to ...see a ''CHECK EMISSION SYSTEM'' message on the multi-information display. Instrument Panel Indicators Malfunction Indicator Lamp You will also see a ''OIL PRESSURE LOW'' message on the multiinformation display (see page 79). If it comes on when the engine is running . For more ...
...80). For more information, see page 466. Instruments and Controls Continuing to the side of the automatic transmission fluid. CONTINUED 65 2011 RDX For more information, see page 32. Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) Indicator This indicator comes on for several seconds when you to ...see a ''CHECK EMISSION SYSTEM'' message on the multi-information display. Instrument Panel Indicators Malfunction Indicator Lamp You will also see a ''OIL PRESSURE LOW'' message on the multiinformation display (see page 79). If it comes on when the engine is running . For more ...
Owner's Manual
Page 81
...goes dead or is estimated from the fuel economy you received over the last several miles (U.S.) or kilometers (Canada), so it . CONTINUED 77 2011 RDX L/100 km (Canadian models) This shows your vehicle's average fuel economy in the ON (II) position. L/100 km is also reset. ...Information Display Maintenance MinderTM The multi-information display in the instrument panel shows you turn off the engine, INST. When you the engine oil life and maintenance service items when the ignition switch is also reset. models or kilometers per hour (mph) for Canadian models. ...
...goes dead or is estimated from the fuel economy you received over the last several miles (U.S.) or kilometers (Canada), so it . CONTINUED 77 2011 RDX L/100 km (Canadian models) This shows your vehicle's average fuel economy in the ON (II) position. L/100 km is also reset. ...Information Display Maintenance MinderTM The multi-information display in the instrument panel shows you turn off the engine, INST. When you the engine oil life and maintenance service items when the ignition switch is also reset. models or kilometers per hour (mph) for Canadian models. ...
Owner's Manual
Page 83
Here is a list of messages shown on the multi-information display: U.S. Canada U.S. It does this by interrupting the current display with your vehicle, for example, the engine oil level is low or a door is not fully closed, the multi-information display will show you the problem. Canada CONTINUED 79 2011 RDX Multi-Information Display System Messages If there is a problem with one or more messages. Canada See page 20 See page 12 See page 67 See page 467 See page 467, 468 See page 393 Instruments and Controls See page 392 See page 465 See page 465 See page 466 U.S.
Here is a list of messages shown on the multi-information display: U.S. Canada U.S. It does this by interrupting the current display with your vehicle, for example, the engine oil level is low or a door is not fully closed, the multi-information display will show you the problem. Canada CONTINUED 79 2011 RDX Multi-Information Display System Messages If there is a problem with one or more messages. Canada See page 20 See page 12 See page 67 See page 467 See page 467, 468 See page 393 Instruments and Controls See page 392 See page 465 See page 465 See page 466 U.S.
Owner's Manual
Page 355
... Station Procedures ...Refueling...Tighten Fuel Cap Message ...Opening and Closing the Hood ...Oil Check ...Engine Coolant Check ...Fuel Economy ...Accessories and Modifications ...Carrying Cargo ...352 352 353 353 354 355 356 357 358 362 364 Before Driving 351 2011 RDX The information in this section first. If you plan to add any accessories...
... Station Procedures ...Refueling...Tighten Fuel Cap Message ...Opening and Closing the Hood ...Oil Check ...Engine Coolant Check ...Fuel Economy ...Accessories and Modifications ...Carrying Cargo ...352 352 353 353 354 355 356 357 358 362 364 Before Driving 351 2011 RDX The information in this section first. If you plan to add any accessories...
Owner's Manual
Page 356
... can cause metallic knocking noises in the engine and will result in Period Help assure your instrument panel to misfire, damaging the catalytic converter. 352 2011 RDX During this octane grade is designed to how you drive during the first 600 miles (1,000 km). Do not change the...
... can cause metallic knocking noises in the engine and will result in Period Help assure your instrument panel to misfire, damaging the catalytic converter. 352 2011 RDX During this octane grade is designed to how you drive during the first 600 miles (1,000 km). Do not change the...
Owner's Manual
Page 360
Make sure it up slightly to about a foot (30 cm) above the fender, then let it all the way back in the hood. Oil Check DIPSTICK GRIP SUPPORT ROD CLIP 3. Holding the grip, pull the support rod out of its holding clip. Wait a few minutes after turning the engine ... it is securely latched. Put the support rod back into the designated hole in its hole. 356 2011 RDX Remove the dipstick (orange loop). 2. Park the vehicle on a level surface. Wipe off before you check the oil. 1. Insert the end into its clip. Hold the dipstick with a clean cloth or paper towel. 3. Lower...
Make sure it up slightly to about a foot (30 cm) above the fender, then let it all the way back in the hood. Oil Check DIPSTICK GRIP SUPPORT ROD CLIP 3. Holding the grip, pull the support rod out of its holding clip. Wait a few minutes after turning the engine ... it is securely latched. Put the support rod back into the designated hole in its hole. 356 2011 RDX Remove the dipstick (orange loop). 2. Park the vehicle on a level surface. Wipe off before you check the oil. 1. Insert the end into its clip. Hold the dipstick with a clean cloth or paper towel. 3. Lower...
Owner's Manual
Page 361
... lower marks. Make sure it is facing up when you insert the dipstick. 4. If it is near or below the MIN line, see Adding Engine Oil on page 420. MAX UPPER MARK LOWER MARK MIN Before Driving Make sure the ''UP'' mark on the loop is below the lower mark, see... Station Procedures ''UP'' MARK Engine Coolant Check RESERVE TANK Refer to Owner's Maintenance Checks on page 417 for information on adding the proper coolant. 357 2011 RDX Remove the dipstick again, and check the level.
... lower marks. Make sure it is facing up when you insert the dipstick. 4. If it is near or below the MIN line, see Adding Engine Oil on page 420. MAX UPPER MARK LOWER MARK MIN Before Driving Make sure the ''UP'' mark on the loop is below the lower mark, see... Station Procedures ''UP'' MARK Engine Coolant Check RESERVE TANK Refer to Owner's Maintenance Checks on page 417 for information on adding the proper coolant. 357 2011 RDX Remove the dipstick again, and check the level.
Owner's Manual
Page 363
... your vehicle - It puts a heavier load on the engine, increasing fuel consumption. ● ● CONTINUED 359 2011 RDX Maintain proper tire inflation - An underinflated tire increases ''rolling resistance,'' which reduces fuel economy. Avoid carrying excess weight in... operation (engines are more efficient when warmed up of snow or mud on page 417). Before Driving ● Use the required engine oil (see Owner's Maintenance Checks on your vehicle's underside adds weight and rolling resistance. Frequent cleaning helps your vehicle's fuel economy: ●...
... your vehicle - It puts a heavier load on the engine, increasing fuel consumption. ● ● CONTINUED 359 2011 RDX Maintain proper tire inflation - An underinflated tire increases ''rolling resistance,'' which reduces fuel economy. Avoid carrying excess weight in... operation (engines are more efficient when warmed up of snow or mud on page 417). Before Driving ● Use the required engine oil (see Owner's Maintenance Checks on your vehicle's underside adds weight and rolling resistance. Frequent cleaning helps your vehicle's fuel economy: ●...
Owner's Manual
Page 413
...control devices and systems may want to purchase the service manual. Maintenance Safety ...Maintenance Minder™ ...Fluid Locations ...Adding Engine Oil ...Required Engine Oil ...Changing the Engine Oil and Filter ...Engine Coolant ...Windshield Washers ...Automatic Transmission Fluid ...Brake Fluid ...Power Steering Fluid ...Lights...Cleaning the Seat Belts ......419 420 420 422 424 426 427 429 430 431 438 438 439 439 439 440 443 444 450 451 452 Maintenance 409 2011 RDX If you have the skills and tools to perform more complex maintenance tasks on how to obtain a copy, or see your ...
...control devices and systems may want to purchase the service manual. Maintenance Safety ...Maintenance Minder™ ...Fluid Locations ...Adding Engine Oil ...Required Engine Oil ...Changing the Engine Oil and Filter ...Engine Coolant ...Windshield Washers ...Automatic Transmission Fluid ...Brake Fluid ...Power Steering Fluid ...Lights...Cleaning the Seat Belts ......419 420 420 422 424 426 427 429 430 431 438 438 439 439 439 440 443 444 450 451 452 Maintenance 409 2011 RDX If you have the skills and tools to perform more complex maintenance tasks on how to obtain a copy, or see your ...
Owner's Manual
Page 415
CONTINUED 411 2011 RDX ENGINE OIL LIFE DISPLAY SEL/RESET BUTTON Engine Oil Life INFO BUTTONS The remaining engine oil life is shown on the display according to this table: Calculated Engine Oil Life (%) 100%-91% 90%-81% 80%-71% 70%-61% 60%-51% 50%-41%... the ignition switch to the ON (II) position, and press the SEL/RESET button on the steering wheel repeatedly until the engine oil life is the Maintenance MinderTM. Based on engine operating conditions and accumulated engine revolutions, the onboard computer in your vehicle is displayed. ...
CONTINUED 411 2011 RDX ENGINE OIL LIFE DISPLAY SEL/RESET BUTTON Engine Oil Life INFO BUTTONS The remaining engine oil life is shown on the display according to this table: Calculated Engine Oil Life (%) 100%-91% 90%-81% 80%-71% 70%-61% 60%-51% 50%-41%... the ignition switch to the ON (II) position, and press the SEL/RESET button on the steering wheel repeatedly until the engine oil life is the Maintenance MinderTM. Based on engine operating conditions and accumulated engine revolutions, the onboard computer in your vehicle is displayed. ...
Owner's Manual
Page 416
.... Press the SEL/RESET button on the lower part of the maintenance main items and sub items. When the remaining oil life is 5 to 1 percent, the multi-information display shows a ''SERVICE DUE NOW'' message with the same maintenance items ''SERVICE DUE SOON'' ... to 6 percent, the multi-information display shows a ''SERVICE DUE SOON'' message along with . When you see page 411). 412 2011 RDX Maintenance Minder™ MAINTENANCE ITEM CODE(S) When the remaining engine oil life is 1-5 percent (see this message have the indicated maintenance performed as soon as possible.
.... Press the SEL/RESET button on the lower part of the maintenance main items and sub items. When the remaining oil life is 5 to 1 percent, the multi-information display shows a ''SERVICE DUE NOW'' message with the same maintenance items ''SERVICE DUE SOON'' ... to 6 percent, the multi-information display shows a ''SERVICE DUE SOON'' message along with . When you see page 411). 412 2011 RDX Maintenance Minder™ MAINTENANCE ITEM CODE(S) When the remaining engine oil life is 1-5 percent (see this message have the indicated maintenance performed as soon as possible.
Owner's Manual
Page 417
...These messages will come on every time you turn the ignition switch to reset the oil life minder as previously described. models) or 10 km (for U.S. The message will... item code(s). This message is displayed when the total distance traveled is not done and the remaining engine oil life reaches 0%, the multiinformation display will be canceled if the or button on the steering wheel is 0-...is less than 10 miles (for Canadian models) after the engine oil life became 0%. Press the SEL/RESET button on the lower part of the multiinformation display when the calculated...
...These messages will come on every time you turn the ignition switch to reset the oil life minder as previously described. models) or 10 km (for U.S. The message will... item code(s). This message is displayed when the total distance traveled is not done and the remaining engine oil life reaches 0%, the multiinformation display will be canceled if the or button on the steering wheel is 0-...is less than 10 miles (for Canadian models) after the engine oil life became 0%. Press the SEL/RESET button on the lower part of the multiinformation display when the calculated...
Owner's Manual
Page 418
...0%, the multiinformation display will be displayed on the lower part of the multi-information display. 414 2011 RDX When you drive over 10 miles (for Canadian models) after the remaining oil life became 0%, and the maintenance item code(s). Maintenance Minder™ TOTAL PAST DUE DISTANCE TRAVELED ...message is displayed again when you press the SEL/RESET button to select the engine oil life, the message ''SERVICE'', along with the maintenance item code and the total negative distance traveled after the oil life became 0%, will show a ''SERVICE PAST DUE'' message, the total distance...
...0%, the multiinformation display will be displayed on the lower part of the multi-information display. 414 2011 RDX When you drive over 10 miles (for Canadian models) after the remaining oil life became 0%, and the maintenance item code(s). Maintenance Minder™ TOTAL PAST DUE DISTANCE TRAVELED ...message is displayed again when you press the SEL/RESET button to select the engine oil life, the message ''SERVICE'', along with the maintenance item code and the total negative distance traveled after the oil life became 0%, will show a ''SERVICE PAST DUE'' message, the total distance...
Owner's Manual
Page 419
For an explanation of the maintenance codes, see the engine oil life display. You will see ''OIL LIFE 100%'' on the multiinformation display. Turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position. Maintenance CONTINUED 415 2011 RDX If maintenance service is done by someone other than 10 seconds.... Maintenance Minder™ Maintenance Main Items and Sub Items Resetting the Engine Oil Life Display Your dealer will be shown on the display the...
For an explanation of the maintenance codes, see the engine oil life display. You will see ''OIL LIFE 100%'' on the multiinformation display. Turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position. Maintenance CONTINUED 415 2011 RDX If maintenance service is done by someone other than 10 seconds.... Maintenance Minder™ Maintenance Main Items and Sub Items Resetting the Engine Oil Life Display Your dealer will be shown on the display the...
Owner's Manual
Page 420
...4. This can lead to the same highquality standards as proof of completion, and have an accurate record of their performance and durability. 416 2011 RDX However, service at a dealer is skilled in effect. Keep all receipts as the original components, so you can provide competent, efficient service... no longer have the person who is not mandatory to cancel the oil life reset mode, select ''CANCEL.'' Your authorized dealer knows your Maintenance Journal or Canadian Maintenance Log. We recommend using Acura parts and fluids whenever you have the required service done but do...
...4. This can lead to the same highquality standards as proof of completion, and have an accurate record of their performance and durability. 416 2011 RDX However, service at a dealer is skilled in effect. Keep all receipts as the original components, so you can provide competent, efficient service... no longer have the person who is not mandatory to cancel the oil life reset mode, select ''CANCEL.'' Your authorized dealer knows your Maintenance Journal or Canadian Maintenance Log. We recommend using Acura parts and fluids whenever you have the required service done but do...
Owner's Manual
Page 421
...; Check the tire pressure monthly. See page 445. Maintenance ● Engine oil level - Check every time you fill the fuel tank. See page 427. ● ● ● 417 2011 RDX See page 356. See page 357. Maintenance Minder™ U.S. However, Acura recommends that all maintenance services be performed in accordance with # will...
...; Check the tire pressure monthly. See page 445. Maintenance ● Engine oil level - Check every time you fill the fuel tank. See page 427. ● ● ● 417 2011 RDX See page 356. See page 357. Maintenance Minder™ U.S. However, Acura recommends that all maintenance services be performed in accordance with # will...
Owner's Manual
Page 422
...Maintenance Minder. Adjust the valves during services A, B, 1, 2, or 3 if they are noisy. 4 5 6 ꭧ2: SH-AWD only 418 2011 RDX See information on maintenance and emissions warranty on page 417. ● ● ● Independent of fluids ● Exhaust system # ●...in higher transmission and transfer temperatures. Maintenance Minder™ Symbol A B Maintenance Main Items Replace engine oilꭧ1 Replace engine oilꭧ1 and oil filter Inspect front and rear brakes Check parking brake adjustment Inspect these conditions, have the transmission and ...
...Maintenance Minder. Adjust the valves during services A, B, 1, 2, or 3 if they are noisy. 4 5 6 ꭧ2: SH-AWD only 418 2011 RDX See information on maintenance and emissions warranty on page 417. ● ● ● Independent of fluids ● Exhaust system # ●...in higher transmission and transfer temperatures. Maintenance Minder™ Symbol A B Maintenance Main Items Replace engine oilꭧ1 Replace engine oilꭧ1 and oil filter Inspect front and rear brakes Check parking brake adjustment Inspect these conditions, have the transmission and ...
Owner's Manual
Page 424
...in the engine compartment. 420 2011 RDX Required Engine Oil Oil is equipped with a highperformance turbocharged engine that requires the use Mobil 1® 5W-30 or an equivalent oil that meets the HTO-06... standard can cause engine damage not covered by your engine's performance and longevity. Adding Engine Oil ENGINE OIL FILL CAP Reinstall the engine oil ...fill cap, and tighten it securely. Unscrew and remove the engine oil fill cap on the engine oil dipstick. you do...
...in the engine compartment. 420 2011 RDX Required Engine Oil Oil is equipped with a highperformance turbocharged engine that requires the use Mobil 1® 5W-30 or an equivalent oil that meets the HTO-06... standard can cause engine damage not covered by your engine's performance and longevity. Adding Engine Oil ENGINE OIL FILL CAP Reinstall the engine oil ...fill cap, and tighten it securely. Unscrew and remove the engine oil fill cap on the engine oil dipstick. you do...