Acura RDX Burning Smell: Causes + How to Fix

A burning smell is one of the most troublesome problems you can experience in a vehicle.  If your Acura RDX has a burning smell, there are many potential causes.   Typically, the smell is caused by some type of fluid (oil, trans fluid, etc…) hitting the exhaust or other hot parts of the engine or … Read more

Acura RDX:  Burning Oil Diagnosis

  The engine burning oil is one of the most common problems that a vehicle can encounter, particularly one with high mileage.  If your Acura RDX is burning oil it is typically caused by piston rings or valve guides.     How Much Oil Consumption is Normal? Most auto manufacturers are hesitant to tell you … Read more

Acura RDX P0463: Fuel Level Sensor Circuit → High Input

  P0463 is a moderately common OBDII trouble code that can occur in your Acura RDX.  It indicates that the vehicles computer has detected an inaccurate fuel level reading.  It shouldn’t affect the drivability of your RDX, but it can be inconvenient. Your RDX will get the P0463 code when the signal coming from the … Read more

Acura RDX: Backfiring Causes

  One of the more jarring vehicle problems that you can experience is a backfire.  It sounds like a shotgun blast and can scare you if you’re not prepared for it.  If your Acura RDX is backfiring, common causes include improper engine timing, bad spark plugs, engine running rich, and plug wires (if so equipped). … Read more

Acura RDX:  Oil in Coolant Diagnosis

If you’ve recently checked your Acura RDX’s coolant, and it looks almost like it has butter in it, then you probably have oil in it.  Oil in your coolant is most often caused by a blown head gasket. It can also be caused by a cracked head or even a bad radiator (well sorta, you’d … Read more

Acura RDX:  Overheating → Symptoms + Causes

One of the worst problems that can happen to your Acura RDX is overheating.  Common symptoms of overheating include smoke coming from under the hood, a pegged temperature gauge, and (eventually) a blown head gasket. If your RDX is overheating, stop driving it immediately to avoid damaging the engine. Ignoring an overheating engine can lead … Read more

Acura RDX: Window Won’t Go Up Diagnosis

Your Acura RDX’s windows protect you from the elements, and they protect the interior from damage.  If your window won’t go up, there are a few common issues that can cause this problem.  These include a blown fuse, bad window motor, wiring issues, and the switch.     Power Window Won’t Go Up Causes:  Acura RDX … Read more

Acura RDX:  Brake Fluid Leak Causes & Diagnosis

  Your Acura RDX’s brake system is the most important safety feature on the vehicle.  Without a reliable braking system, it is dangerous to keep driving your RDX.  A brake fluid leak is a serious problem.  It is usually caused by a failure of a seal, brake line, master cylinder reservoir, and a few other … Read more

Acura RDX: Check Gas Cap Diagnosis

Your Acura RDX‘s fuel cap is part of it’s emissions system.  It keeps fuel vapor from escaping out of the fuel filler neck.  The check fuel cap typically will appear if the fuel cap is bad, or if it has not been tightened all the way. What Your RDX’s Gas Cap Does The RDX’s gas … Read more

Acura RDX Bad Ignition Switch: Symptoms, Causes, + How to Fix

Your Acura RDX‘s ignition switch is one of the most vital items on the entire vehicle.  If it fails, the entire vehicle won’t be able to run.  We’ve compiled some of the most common symptoms of a bad ignition switch.  These include stalling issues, not starting, and no power to the radio or accessories. Function of an … Read more