Maintenance Schedule
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Maintenance Schedule
I am wondering what is the maintenance schedule for RDX (other than oil change). And do we have to follow all those 30K, 60K 90K, etc schedule to keep the warranty/extended warranty valid ?
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They may toss the warranty on your engine if you miss an oil change or two, but doubtful that this would affect your warranty on other components such as driveline or electrical... The major checks probably need to be done to comply with warranty; there should be some info about this in the warranty package (I'm guessing)...
As far as schedule, I can't seem to find one apart from this link on the Acura.ca site:
Maintenance Schedule
Not really clear unfortunately. Sounds like the RDX will be telling you when to get maintenance done.
As far as schedule, I can't seem to find one apart from this link on the Acura.ca site:
Maintenance Schedule
Not really clear unfortunately. Sounds like the RDX will be telling you when to get maintenance done.
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If I understand the RDX manual, Maintenance Schedules are called out by the car itself. The on-board sensors and computers will display the set of maintenance actions (eg. A1, A2, B1 etc.) required. However there are specific time-based maintenance actions if the Maintenance indication doesn't come on before those hard-time limits.
For example, my RDX may tell me to do the A1 maintenance at 5000 miles, but someone else's may come on at 3700 miles. For engine oil, if no maintenance indication comes on after 12 months of ownership replace the oil anyway.
For example, my RDX may tell me to do the A1 maintenance at 5000 miles, but someone else's may come on at 3700 miles. For engine oil, if no maintenance indication comes on after 12 months of ownership replace the oil anyway.
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Originally Posted by Madison3
For engine oil, if no maintenance indication comes on after 12 months of ownership replace the oil anyway.
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Maintenance
Thanks for everyone's info. The reason I am asking about it is because I am thinking to purchase the extended warranty. and I want to know whether there is a maintenance schedule requirement for it. As I know some of those RECOMMENDED inspection type of maintenance could cost $300-600 each time. So, if it is required to do so for keeping warranty, several of those appointment could cost as much as the price for extended warranty already !
If I don't have to service my car at dealership, I can ask my mechanic friend to do the synthesis oil change and other maintenance inspection.
By the way, so far I only notice the oil change indicator. I've heard the tech package will tell driver which service schedule is needed as well ? I am wondering it is just preset with KM by dealer (service dept)
If I don't have to service my car at dealership, I can ask my mechanic friend to do the synthesis oil change and other maintenance inspection.
By the way, so far I only notice the oil change indicator. I've heard the tech package will tell driver which service schedule is needed as well ? I am wondering it is just preset with KM by dealer (service dept)
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I know, I was apprehensive as well since my experience with previous cars was conventional maintenance with oil changes every 3750 miles.
But I think the one-year between changes is meant for owners putting in very few miles over a year, eg if the car is in storage most of the time.
But I think the one-year between changes is meant for owners putting in very few miles over a year, eg if the car is in storage most of the time.
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When I took a test drive of the RDX, the Acura sales person said no major maintenance until 100K miles. Only need oil changes and brake maintenance until 100K. This should be typical because lots of good cars don't need major maintenance for a long time like the new Accords.
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Maintenance
Originally Posted by orbitwhite
When I took a test drive of the RDX, the Acura sales person said no major maintenance until 100K miles. Only need oil changes and brake maintenance until 100K. This should be typical because lots of good cars don't need major maintenance for a long time like the new Accords.
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Maintenance call-outs A, B, 1 through 5 doesn't call out for timing belt inspections or replacement. Reminder #2 calls out for drive belt inspection.
Anyway, doesn't the RDX have electronic fuel injection (PGM-FI) so no timing belt?
Anyway, doesn't the RDX have electronic fuel injection (PGM-FI) so no timing belt?
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Originally Posted by Madison3
Anyway, doesn't the RDX have electronic fuel injection (PGM-FI) so no timing belt?
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Originally Posted by acurardx
Can we use our own mechanic to prefer all the maintenance schedule and still keep warranty valid ?
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Maintenance
According to the Acura Plus brochure, we need to follow the Acura's maintenance recommendations oultlined on the owner's manual to keep the warranty valid.
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2007 RDX Maintenance Schedule
Look at Main Item B/B1 , except the oil change and tire rotating, it is mainly inspection. I remember they did something like this on my RSX, it costed $600 !!! This is what I was talking about. If we have to follow their inspection type of maintenance schedule to keep the warranty, 3 of them can cost as much as the extended warranty. 
2007 RDX Maintenance Schedule
Your vehicle is equipped with the Maintenance Minder system. The on-board computers will calculate when service is required.
One of the most convenient and important features on your RDX is the advanced technology of the Maintenance Minder System. The maintenance requirements for your RDX are determined by an internal algorithm, which considers the engine starting temperature, driving distance and engine RPM. The onboard computer also judges your driving conditions and habits, and then calculates the remaining engine oil life, displaying it as a percentage. The technology of the Maintenance Minder System allows you to enjoy your RDX without the worry of when you are due for your next servicing.
The remaining engine oil life and maintenance service symbols are displayed in either the odometer/trip meter area or in the multi-information display area. As part of the Maintenance Minder System, a separate "wrench" icon also appears indicating that required maintenance service is due. Based on engine operating conditions, the onboard computer in your Honda calculates the remaining engine oil life. When the remaining oil life is approximately 15%, the Maintenance Minder will indicate that an oil change is due soon. When it reaches 5%, the system will show that an oil change is due now. When it reaches 0%, the system will show that an oil change is past due by an indicated mileage. Along with these reminders, the system will also display either a Maintenance Main Item A or B along with Maintenance Sub-Items 1 through 6 as required.
Factory Recommended Maintenance
Maintenance Main Symbols
Main Item A
Replace engine oil.*
Main Item B/B1
Replace engine oil* and filter.
Service front and rear brakes.
Rotate tires,** inspect for wear and adjust pressure.
Inspect parking brake adjustments.
Inspect tie rod ends, steering gear box and boots.
Inspect suspension components.
Inspect driveshaft boots.
Inspect brake hoses and lines (including ABS)
Check all fluid levels, condition of fluids and check for leaks.
Inspect exhaust system.
Inspect fuel lines and connections.
Maintenance Sub-Symbols
Sub-Item 1
Rotate tires,** inspect for wear and adjust pressure.
Sub-Item 2
Replace air cleaner element.
Replace dust and pollen filter.
Inspect and adjust drive belt.
Sub-Item 3
Replace transmission fluid.
Replace transfer case fluid (if equipped).
Sub-Item 4
Replace spark plugs.
Replace timing belt, inspect water pump (V6).
Inspect valve clearance.
Sub-Item 5
Replace engine coolant.
Sub-Item 6
Replace rear differential fluid.
Notes:
*Use only Genuine motor oil with a viscosity specific to your vehicle.
**Tires may require more frequent rotation depending on driving conditions, alignment and driving habits.
Specific Additional Required Maintenance
In addition to the maintenance messages shown in the display, having additional services performed at the distance recommended is vital to keeping your RDX in optimum operating condition.
12,000 km Replace rear differential fluid and every 24,000 km thereafter if vehicle is regularly driven in mountainous areas at very low speeds, or if vehicle is frequently used to tow a trailer (4WD vehicles).
Every 24,000 km Replace air cleaner element if vehicle is regularly driven in dusty conditions.
Every 24,000 km Replace dust and pollen filter if vehicle is regularly driven in urban areas with high concentrations of emissions from industry and diesel-powered vehicles.
100,000 km Replace automatic transmission fluid and every 48,000 km thereafter if vehicle is regularly driven in mountainous areas at very low speeds, or if vehicle is frequently used to tow a trailer.
100,000 km Replace timing belt if vehicle is regularly driven in very low temperatures (under -29°C; -20°F, V6 only).
Every 256,000 km Inspect idle speed.
Every 3 years Replace brake fluid.
Your vehicle is equipped with the Maintenance Minder system. The on-board computers will calculate when service is required.
One of the most convenient and important features on your RDX is the advanced technology of the Maintenance Minder System. The maintenance requirements for your RDX are determined by an internal algorithm, which considers the engine starting temperature, driving distance and engine RPM. The onboard computer also judges your driving conditions and habits, and then calculates the remaining engine oil life, displaying it as a percentage. The technology of the Maintenance Minder System allows you to enjoy your RDX without the worry of when you are due for your next servicing.
The remaining engine oil life and maintenance service symbols are displayed in either the odometer/trip meter area or in the multi-information display area. As part of the Maintenance Minder System, a separate "wrench" icon also appears indicating that required maintenance service is due. Based on engine operating conditions, the onboard computer in your Honda calculates the remaining engine oil life. When the remaining oil life is approximately 15%, the Maintenance Minder will indicate that an oil change is due soon. When it reaches 5%, the system will show that an oil change is due now. When it reaches 0%, the system will show that an oil change is past due by an indicated mileage. Along with these reminders, the system will also display either a Maintenance Main Item A or B along with Maintenance Sub-Items 1 through 6 as required.
Factory Recommended Maintenance
Maintenance Main Symbols
Main Item A
Replace engine oil.*
Main Item B/B1
Replace engine oil* and filter.
Service front and rear brakes.
Rotate tires,** inspect for wear and adjust pressure.
Inspect parking brake adjustments.
Inspect tie rod ends, steering gear box and boots.
Inspect suspension components.
Inspect driveshaft boots.
Inspect brake hoses and lines (including ABS)
Check all fluid levels, condition of fluids and check for leaks.
Inspect exhaust system.
Inspect fuel lines and connections.
Maintenance Sub-Symbols
Sub-Item 1
Rotate tires,** inspect for wear and adjust pressure.
Sub-Item 2
Replace air cleaner element.
Replace dust and pollen filter.
Inspect and adjust drive belt.
Sub-Item 3
Replace transmission fluid.
Replace transfer case fluid (if equipped).
Sub-Item 4
Replace spark plugs.
Replace timing belt, inspect water pump (V6).
Inspect valve clearance.
Sub-Item 5
Replace engine coolant.
Sub-Item 6
Replace rear differential fluid.
Notes:
*Use only Genuine motor oil with a viscosity specific to your vehicle.
**Tires may require more frequent rotation depending on driving conditions, alignment and driving habits.
Specific Additional Required Maintenance
In addition to the maintenance messages shown in the display, having additional services performed at the distance recommended is vital to keeping your RDX in optimum operating condition.
12,000 km Replace rear differential fluid and every 24,000 km thereafter if vehicle is regularly driven in mountainous areas at very low speeds, or if vehicle is frequently used to tow a trailer (4WD vehicles).
Every 24,000 km Replace air cleaner element if vehicle is regularly driven in dusty conditions.
Every 24,000 km Replace dust and pollen filter if vehicle is regularly driven in urban areas with high concentrations of emissions from industry and diesel-powered vehicles.
100,000 km Replace automatic transmission fluid and every 48,000 km thereafter if vehicle is regularly driven in mountainous areas at very low speeds, or if vehicle is frequently used to tow a trailer.
100,000 km Replace timing belt if vehicle is regularly driven in very low temperatures (under -29°C; -20°F, V6 only).
Every 256,000 km Inspect idle speed.
Every 3 years Replace brake fluid.
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Originally Posted by Skeandhu
They may toss the warranty on your engine if you miss an oil change or two, but doubtful that this would affect your warranty on other components such as driveline or electrical... The major checks probably need to be done to comply with warranty; there should be some info about this in the warranty package (I'm guessing)...
As far as schedule, I can't seem to find one apart from this link on the Acura.ca site:
Maintenance Schedule
Not really clear unfortunately. Sounds like the RDX will be telling you when to get maintenance done.
As far as schedule, I can't seem to find one apart from this link on the Acura.ca site:
Maintenance Schedule
Not really clear unfortunately. Sounds like the RDX will be telling you when to get maintenance done.
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I couldn't find an oil change interval in the manual. I think the car tells you on the MID.
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Originally Posted by Madison3
That's how I read it too. My RDX is now past normal the normal oil change period of my previous car (3750 miles) yet my RDX is showing the Oil Life remaining as 40%. It's nice to be able to drive another two or three months without having to do an oil change.
What was your previous car? 3750 is a fairly severe interval. Most vehicles have a 7500 mile oil change interval nowadays, or longer (our TSX is 10,000 miles, with a filter done every other time).
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The only real way to show the need for an oil change is to do an oil analysis at the maintenance minder interval. I'll probably do this and report back in.
I wouldn't be at all suprised if the oil was still perfectly good by 12k kilometers. The new synthetics are truly amazing.
I wouldn't be at all suprised if the oil was still perfectly good by 12k kilometers. The new synthetics are truly amazing.
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Originally Posted by c_hunter
What was your previous car? 3750 is a fairly severe interval. Most vehicles have a 7500 mile oil change interval nowadays, or longer (our TSX is 10,000 miles, with a filter done every other time).
I used to get all my cars done at the 3000k interval and almost all of them had engine problems at the 80K mark so go figure.
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I agree that the quickie-lube industry has helped perpetuate this myth, and a lot of people buy into it, unfortunately. It wastes time and money, and is bad for the environment. Personally, I stick to the 7500 mile interval in my Subaru. Our TSX has a 10000 mile interval, with the filter changed every other time.
Many people think they need the severe schedule because they encounter some of the severe conditions (hot weather, stop and go, etc), but Honda owner's manuals have always said that ocassional severe driving still falls under the normal schedule.
Many people think they need the severe schedule because they encounter some of the severe conditions (hot weather, stop and go, etc), but Honda owner's manuals have always said that ocassional severe driving still falls under the normal schedule.
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Originally Posted by oblio98
My info deal just came on, at 5600+ miles! The display shows 15% oil life remaining. It lasted a lot longer than I thought!
He said "Stop by and we'll clear the warning, then schedule an appointment when you get to 7500 miles".
Cool!
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Oil change
Originally Posted by oblio98
To reply to my own post, I called my dealer and he said "FORGET IT!!"
He said "Stop by and we'll clear the warning, then schedule an appointment when you get to 7500 miles".
Cool!
He said "Stop by and we'll clear the warning, then schedule an appointment when you get to 7500 miles".
Cool!
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Originally Posted by oblio98
To reply to my own post, I called my dealer and he said "FORGET IT!!"
He said "Stop by and we'll clear the warning, then schedule an appointment when you get to 7500 miles".
Cool!
He said "Stop by and we'll clear the warning, then schedule an appointment when you get to 7500 miles".
Cool!
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