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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Acura RDX AUTOMOBILES

Includes CV axle, universal joint, and driveline replacement, for domestic and imported Acura RDX cars and light trucks from 1990+.

CV AXLE SHAFT, Replace
Vehicle: 2008 Acura RDX 2.3 L4 GAS

  • Loosen wheel nuts slightly.
  • Raise and support vehicle and support it with safety stands in proper locations.
  • Remove wheel nuts and front wheels.
  • Lift up locking tab on spindle nut then remove nut.
  • Drain transmission fluid and reinstall drain plug using a new washer.
  • Hold stabilizer ball joint pin with a hex wrench and remove flange nut.
  • Separate front stabilizer link from lower arm.
  • Remove lock pin from lower arm ball joint castle nut, and remove nut then separate ball joint from lower arm lower arm using ball joint thread protector and remover. To avoid damaging ball joint, ins...

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TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM PROCEDURES FOR Acura RDX AUTOMOBILES

Description, component locations, reset procedures, relearn procedures, diagnosis and testing, wiring diagrams, component replacement, and identification of vehicles equipped and not equipped with tire pressure monitoring system for most domestic and imported Acura RDX cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from mid 1990's+.

Component Replacement -> Front -> Installation -> Rear -> Removal -> Tire Pressure Sensor -> TPMS Control Unit -> TPMS Initiator
Vehicle: 2007 Acura RDX 2.3 L4 GAS

Tire Pressure Sensor

Removal
  • Loosen the lug nuts.
  • Raise and support vehicle with jack stands, then remove the wheel and tire assembly.
  • Remove the valve cap and core.
  • Deflate the tire completely.
  • Remove any balance weights.
  • Prior to dismounting the tire from the wheel, note the following precautions:
    • Do outside of wheel first.
    • Position the bead breaking fixture 90° from the valve stem when separating the tire bead from the wheel.
    • Do not position the bead breaker of the tire changer too close to the rim.
    • Position the wheel so the tire machine and tire iron are next to the valve stem an...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Acura RDX AUTOMOBILES

Includes starter and alternator replacement procedures for domestic and imported Acura RDX cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Starter, Replace
Vehicle: 2007 Acura RDX 2.3 L4 GAS

On models equipped with anti-lock codes for audio system, write down code for audio presets. When connecting battery ground cable upon installation you will need to enter the preset code. Ensure ignition switch is turned off.

  • Disconnect battery ground cable at battery.
  • Drain coolant from reservoir hose using clean suitable container.
  • Remove bolt from coolant reservoir, disconnect coolant reservoir hose and pull up on reservoir.
  • Remove bolts and remove support rod clamp bracket.
  • Disconnect A/C condenser fan motor connector then remove bolts from A/C fan shroud assembly.
  • Remove wiring ...

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CABIN AIR FILTER LOCATIONS & REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Acura RDX AUTOMOBILES

Cabin air filter locations and replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Acura RDX cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. as equipped to the current model year.

Cabin Air Filter Service -> Acura -> 2007-09 RDX
Vehicle: 2007 Acura RDX 2.3 L4 GAS

The cabin air filter should be replaced at Maintenance Minder Indicator Symbol 2. If the vehicle is operated primarily in urban areas with high concentrations of soot and diesel powered vehicles, replace the filter every 15,000 miles. The filter should be replaced more often if air flow is less than normal.

  • Open the glove compartment.
  • While holding the glove compartment, disengage th...

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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR Acura RDX AUTOMOBILES

Maintenance lamp reset procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Acura RDX cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Acura -> Super Handling All-Wheel Drive (SH-AWD) Lamp -> 2007-09 RDX
Vehicle: 2007 Acura RDX 2.3 L4 GAS

When a problem is detected by self-diagnosis, the SH-AWD system turns the SH-AWD indicator On. The SH-AWD indicator lamp may also turns on under certain conditions even if the AWD system is working normally. The lamp may turn on when the vehicle is equipped with high-powered wireless equipment such as a CB radio, when the vehic...

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Acura RDX AUTOMOBILES

Includes radiator, cooling and heater hose replacement procedures for domestic and imported Acura RDX cars and light trucks from 1990+

Radiator, Replace
Vehicle: 2009 Acura RDX 2.3 L4 GAS

  • Disconnect negative battery cable.
  • Drain engine coolant into a suitable container.
  • Remove upper radiator hose.
  • Clean any dirt off quick connector, radiator, and lower radiator hose.
  • Pull out lock by hand, then wiggle quick connector loose, and remove it from radiator. Do not use any tools to remove quick connector.
  • Remove automatic transmission fluid (ATF) cooler hoses...

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Acura RDX AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine belt replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Acura RDX cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 2009 Acura RDX 2.3 L4 GAS

  • Rotate or lift belt tensioner arm, using a suitable tool to relieve tension from dr...

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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR Acura RDX AUTOMOBILES

Component location diagrams for most Acura RDX cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Engine Compartment Diagram for 2007 Acura RDX  2.3 L4 GASEngine Compartment Diagram for 2007 Acura RDX 2.3 L4 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Secondary Heated Oxygen Sensor
  • Air Fuel Ratio Sensor
  • Brake Switches, Fuel Gauge and Oil Pressure Switch Diagram for 2007 Acura RDX  2.3 L4 GASBrake Switches, Fuel Gauge and Oil Pressure Switch Diagram for 2007 Acura RDX 2.3 L4 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Brake Fluid Level Switch
  • Oil Pressure Switch
  • Parking Brake Switch
  • PCM
  • Fuel Gauge Sending Unit
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR Acura RDX AUTOMOBILES

    OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most Acura RDX cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.

    2007 Acura RDX  2.3 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram2007 Acura RDX 2.3 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Wiper/Washer Switch
  • Rear Window Wiper/Washer Switch
  • MICU
  • Windshield Rear Window Master Switch
  • 2008 Acura RDX  2.3 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram2008 Acura RDX 2.3 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • MICU
  • Underdash Fuse Relay Box
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR Acura RDX AUTOMOBILES

    OEM TSB listings for most Acura RDX cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.

    Document: UPDATING THE ACURALINK CONTROL UNIT - REVISED
    Vehicle: 2007 Acura RDX 2.3 L4 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Aux Equip, Phone, Jacks, Trailer Hitches, Towing
  • Entertainment: Stereo, Radio, Cassettes
  • Document: Battery Testing and Replacement
    Vehicle: 2007 Acura RDX 2.3 L4 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Tools, Equipment
  • Starting, Charging, Battery
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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR Acura RDX AUTOMOBILES

    BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most Acura RDX cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1970+.

    • Brake caliper mounting bolt torque
    • Brake drum runout, machining, & discard specs
    • Minimum brake lining thickness.
    • Brake rotor runout, parallelism, machining, discard, & finish specs

    A/C SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS: Air conditioning refrigerant capacity and type as well as lubricant capacity for most Acura RDX cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+.

    • Refrigerant capacity & type, compressor oil viscosity, total system oil capacity & compressor clutch gap

    COOLING SYSTEM BLEED: Cooling system bleeder valve identification, bleeder type and bleed procedures for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1986+.

    PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE: Preventive maintenance recommendations and required services for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Includes severe and routine service schedules

    QUICK-LUBE and ILLUSTRATIONS: Fluid recommendations, capacities, drain plug torques, tire data, and severe service recommended preventive maintenance schedules. Information covers most Acura RDX cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Engine and chassis service images.

    • Automatic transmission/transaxles capacities, lubricant recommendations
    • Differential/final drive capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Final drive fill & drain plug torques
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Manual transmission/transaxle capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Engine oil capacities, API grade recommendations, SAE viscosity recommendations, drain plug torque
    • Severe service maintenance & interval recommendations
    • Tire sizes, wheel nut/bolt torque, pressures & rim sizes
    • Transfer case capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities

    TUNE-UP & DRIVEABILITY SPECIFICATIONS: Most tune-up specifications for most Acura RDX cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+

    • Airflow sensor electrical specifications
    • Tensioning specifications for systems with automatic tensioners
    • Barometric pressure sensor specs
    • Battery group number and cranking performance
    • Crankshaft & camshaft position sensor resistance
    • Engine compression pressures
    • Coolant temperature sensor specs
    • Computer advance.
    • Diesel fuel temperature sensor resistance.
    • Distributor advance specifications
    • Ignition pickup coil resistance
    • Exhaust gas recirculation temperature sensor resistance
    • Engine fastener torque values
    • Firing order diagrams
    • Fuel system pressures
    • Generator (alternator) specs
    • Intake air temperature sensor specs
    • Ignition coil specifications
    • Fuel injector resistance
    • Engine idle speeds
    • Knock sensor resistance
    • Manifold absolute pressure sensor specs
    • Mixture control solenoid resistance
    • Voltage regulator specs
    • Spark plug applications & gaps
    • Starter motor electrical specs.
    • Tensioning specifications for systems without automatic tensioners
    • Throttle body temperature sensor resistance
    • Ignition timing in degrees at rpm
    • Transmission oil temperature sensor resistance
    • Throttle position sensor specs
    • Vacuum sensor valve specs

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