Emergency engine stop, Emergency towing, Tire pressure monitoring system (tpms) – Acura 2015 RDX - Owner's Guide (Revised 10/11/2014) User Manual

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Emergency Engine Stop

The ENGINE START/STOP button may be used to stop the engine due to an
emergency situation even while driving. If you must stop the engine, choose one of
the following operations:

•  Press and hold the ENGINE START/STOP

button for three seconds, OR

•  Firmly press the ENGINE START/STOP button

three times.

The steering wheel will not lock. The power mode changes to ACCESSORY, unless
the shift lever is in Park (P), in which case the power mode changes to VEHICLE OFF.
Because turning off the engine also disables the power assist the engine provides to
the steering and braking systems, it will require significantly more physical effort
and time to steer and slow the vehicle. Downshift gears and use both feet on the
brake pedal, if necessary, to slow the vehicle and stop immediately in a safe place.

Trying to lift or tow your vehicle by the bumpers will cause serious damage. The
bumpers are not designed to support the vehicle’s weight.
Improper towing such as towing behind a motorhome or other motor vehicle can
damage the transmission.

NOTICE

NOTICE

Emergency Towing

Call a professional towing service if you need to tow your vehicle.

All models

Flat bed equipment: The operator loads your vehicle on the back of a truck. This is
the best way to transport your vehicle.

2WD models

Wheel lift equipment: The tow truck uses two pivoting arms that go under the front
tires and lift them off the ground. The rear tires remain on the ground. This is an
acceptable way to tow your vehicle.

Do not press the button while driving unless it is absolutely necessary for the
engine to be switched off.

Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)

Monitors the tire pressure while you are driving.
If your vehicle’s tire pressure becomes significantly low, the low tire pressure
indicator comes on and a message appears on the multi-information display.

What to Do

Stop your vehicle in a safe place. Adjust the tire pressure to the specified level on
a label on the driver’s doorjamb.

Driving on an extremely underinflated tire can cause it to overheat. An overheated 
tire can fail. Always inflate your tires to the specified pressure.

NOTICE

Press the INFO button to

scroll to the tire pressure

monitor to see which

tire(s) have low pressure.

Tire

pressure

monitor

The

specific

tire is

displayed.

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