Spare tire
Pro
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I looked at the a spec today. No spare tire. Same size space for the tire but The spare for the other trim packages is a half size donut. It is barely visible from looking straight behind. If you put a full size spare in the space I imagine it will be highly visible and impact rear ground clearance.
Drifting
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This is the 3rd-gen RDX sub-forum.
SH-AWD come with a compact spare, except A-spec. FWD and A-spec don't come equipped with a spare, but it wouldn't be difficult to add the compact spare and associated hoist and jack, etc. Lots of discussion of this in sport hybrid threads on MDXers.
Clearance to the rear trim panel is tight for the compact spare on SH-AWD Advance, although this might be because of the "hands-free access" foot sensor for the tailgate. ( A feature in search of a need, IMO ) Compact spare is a smaller overall diameter than full-size tire, so I doubt full-size spare would clear. And it would definitely hang low if it did "fit".
SH-AWD come with a compact spare, except A-spec. FWD and A-spec don't come equipped with a spare, but it wouldn't be difficult to add the compact spare and associated hoist and jack, etc. Lots of discussion of this in sport hybrid threads on MDXers.
Clearance to the rear trim panel is tight for the compact spare on SH-AWD Advance, although this might be because of the "hands-free access" foot sensor for the tailgate. ( A feature in search of a need, IMO ) Compact spare is a smaller overall diameter than full-size tire, so I doubt full-size spare would clear. And it would definitely hang low if it did "fit".
Nuke
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[QUOTE=Wander;16246553]This is the 3rd-gen RDX sub-forum.
SH-AWD come with a compact spare, except A-spec. FWD and A-spec don't come equipped with a spare, but it wouldn't be difficult to add the compact spare and associated hoist and jack, etc. Lots of discussion of this in sport hybrid threads on MDXers.
Clearance to the rear trim panel is tight for the compact spare on SH-AWD Advance, although this might be because of the "hands-free access" foot sensor for the tailgate.
"...."............
In Canada, all models are awd and all models come with a space saver spare, so there is obviously room, regardless of whether there is a foot sensor or 20 inch tires. All space savers, for all models in Canada have the same tire size.
SH-AWD come with a compact spare, except A-spec. FWD and A-spec don't come equipped with a spare, but it wouldn't be difficult to add the compact spare and associated hoist and jack, etc. Lots of discussion of this in sport hybrid threads on MDXers.
Clearance to the rear trim panel is tight for the compact spare on SH-AWD Advance, although this might be because of the "hands-free access" foot sensor for the tailgate.
"...."............
In Canada, all models are awd and all models come with a space saver spare, so there is obviously room, regardless of whether there is a foot sensor or 20 inch tires. All space savers, for all models in Canada have the same tire size.
Drifting
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[QUOTE=nuke;16246704]
I know the "space saver" spare will fit with foot sensor, because I can look under the butt of the Advance SH-AWD in my garage and see it. 20" tires don't matter because outer diameter of all applicable tire sizes is the same.
I meant there might not be room for a full-size spare, especially in models with the foot sensor. If I get really bored, I'll try hoisting up one of the winter wheels I have lying around for other Acuras that have the same tire size. But there may be more clearance in trims without the foot sensor.
This is the 3rd-gen RDX sub-forum.
SH-AWD come with a compact spare, except A-spec. FWD and A-spec don't come equipped with a spare, but it wouldn't be difficult to add the compact spare and associated hoist and jack, etc. Lots of discussion of this in sport hybrid threads on MDXers.
Clearance to the rear trim panel is tight for the compact spare on SH-AWD Advance, although this might be because of the "hands-free access" foot sensor for the tailgate.
"...."............
In Canada, all models are awd and all models come with a space saver spare, so there is obviously room, regardless of whether there is a foot sensor or 20 inch tires. All space savers, for all models in Canada have the same tire size.
SH-AWD come with a compact spare, except A-spec. FWD and A-spec don't come equipped with a spare, but it wouldn't be difficult to add the compact spare and associated hoist and jack, etc. Lots of discussion of this in sport hybrid threads on MDXers.
Clearance to the rear trim panel is tight for the compact spare on SH-AWD Advance, although this might be because of the "hands-free access" foot sensor for the tailgate.
"...."............
In Canada, all models are awd and all models come with a space saver spare, so there is obviously room, regardless of whether there is a foot sensor or 20 inch tires. All space savers, for all models in Canada have the same tire size.
I meant there might not be room for a full-size spare, especially in models with the foot sensor. If I get really bored, I'll try hoisting up one of the winter wheels I have lying around for other Acuras that have the same tire size. But there may be more clearance in trims without the foot sensor.
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Drifting
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I'll still try to do the experiment, but page 585 of the 2019 RDX Owner's Manual has a discussion of changing a flat, and it specifically describes storing the removed full-size wheel/tire inside the vehicle, in a provided special bag, and securing the silly thing with straps. Not promising for full-size spare under the vehicle.
Drifting
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NO GO! The spare tire hoist for 2019 RDX has a fitting for the wheel that will ONLY fit a steel compact spare wheel. It even says that on the fitting. By design, it is too chunky to fish through the center bore of a standard aluminum wheel. I'm not sure why they go to all this trouble, but maybe because clearance to the exhaust pipes is close and they want to avoid bursting spares.
Drifting
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The hoist assembly can be replaced in dire need, but they are still going strong on our 2003 and 2005 MDXs despite upper midwest road salt and "kids" that are too cheap to wash cars.
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2nd Gear
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Thanks Wander...I got my A-Spec on order..I didn't think the center bore of the donut be any different from a full size center bore(64.1). I guess I just put the spare in the cargo space.
Drifting
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I had to try to ram the hoist lift through it and fail before I finally decided to read the big bold embossed message on the thing: "FITS COMPACT SPARE ONLY".
That's just the way I roll...
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Drifting
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[QUOTE=nuke;16246704]
I always used to like Canadians, but now, with all the better stuff you guys are getting on these cars, and paying less for it, I am beginning to lose patience with y’all.
This is the 3rd-gen RDX sub-forum.
SH-AWD come with a compact spare, except A-spec. FWD and A-spec don't come equipped with a spare, but it wouldn't be difficult to add the compact spare and associated hoist and jack, etc. Lots of discussion of this in sport hybrid threads on MDXers.
Clearance to the rear trim panel is tight for the compact spare on SH-AWD Advance, although this might be because of the "hands-free access" foot sensor for the tailgate.
"...."............
In Canada, all models are awd and all models come with a space saver spare, so there is obviously room, regardless of whether there is a foot sensor or 20 inch tires. All space savers, for all models in Canada have the same tire size.
SH-AWD come with a compact spare, except A-spec. FWD and A-spec don't come equipped with a spare, but it wouldn't be difficult to add the compact spare and associated hoist and jack, etc. Lots of discussion of this in sport hybrid threads on MDXers.
Clearance to the rear trim panel is tight for the compact spare on SH-AWD Advance, although this might be because of the "hands-free access" foot sensor for the tailgate.
"...."............
In Canada, all models are awd and all models come with a space saver spare, so there is obviously room, regardless of whether there is a foot sensor or 20 inch tires. All space savers, for all models in Canada have the same tire size.
Cruisin'
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I have AWD with the spare tire underneath the car. Does anyone know where there are explicit instructions on how to get the spare tire out? The owner's manual is absolutely no help and I can't find any instructions online. I want to be prepared in case I need it. I just need to know how to lower it and remove the plastic holder. Thanks.
Burning Brakes
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I have AWD with the spare tire underneath the car. Does anyone know where there are explicit instructions on how to get the spare tire out? The owner's manual is absolutely no help and I can't find any instructions online. I want to be prepared in case I need it. I just need to know how to lower it and remove the plastic holder. Thanks.
Pro
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true, however I have heard that there is a spare tire kit available and that it will work with the A spec because the radius is the same. I don’t know first hand if that’s true or not but others here have maybe even ordered it for their aspec.
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Drifting
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BTW, I'm digging that blacked-out retro look wheel on the A-spec. Maybe go for a full set?
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Owner's Manuals | 2019 Acura RDX | Acura Owners Site
Cruisin'
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As has already been mentioned that's the abbreviated Owner's Guide. The full blown Owner's Manual printed version can be ordered (no charge) or downloaded from here:
Owner's Manuals | 2019 Acura RDX | Acura Owners Site
Owner's Manuals | 2019 Acura RDX | Acura Owners Site
Racer
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As has already been mentioned that's the abbreviated Owner's Guide. The full blown Owner's Manual printed version can be ordered (no charge) or downloaded from here:
Owner's Manuals | 2019 Acura RDX | Acura Owners Site
Owner's Manuals | 2019 Acura RDX | Acura Owners Site
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