Fixing Or Changing A Flat Tire; Tire Repair Kit; Changing A Flat Tire - Acura RDX 2018 Owner's Manual

HANDLING THE UNEXPECTED

Fixing or Changing a Flat Tire

If a tire goes flat while driving, grasp the steering wheel firmly and brake gradually
to reduce speed. Stop in a safe place. If your vehicle is equipped with a Tire Repair
Kit*, you can repair the flat with the kit. If your vehicle is equipped with a compact
spare tire*, you can change the flat tire.

Tire Repair Kit*

If a tire has a small puncture, you can use the tire repair kit to temporarily repair it.
The puncture must be smaller than 3/16-inch (4 mm) and not located in the tire
sidewall. Go to a dealer to have the full-size tire permanently repaired or replaced.
Before Repairing the Tire
1. Park the vehicle on a firm, level, and non-slippery surface.
2. Make sure the vehicle is in Park (P) and apply the parking brake.
3. Turn on the hazard warning lights and turn the vehicle off.
Getting Ready to Repair the Tire
1. Open the cargo area floor lid.
2. Take the kit out of the tool box.
3. Place the kit face up on flat ground near the
punctured tire and away from traffic. Do not
place the kit on its side.
4. Follow the instructions in the kit to repair the
tire.
NOTICE
Do not use a puncture-repairing agent other than the one provided in the kit
that came with your vehicle. If a different agent is used, you may permanently
damage the tire pressure sensor.
*Models with a compact spare do not include a tire repair kit.
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Changing a Flat Tire*

Getting Ready to Change the Tire
Park the vehicle on a firm, level, and non-slippery surface. Move the shift lever to
Park (P) and apply the parking brake. Turn the hazard warning lights on and turn
the vehicle off.
1. Open the tailgate. Turn on the cargo lights on
the inside of the tailgate, if necessary (see page
34). Open the cargo area floor lid.
2. Take the wheel nut wrench and jack handle bar
out of the cargo area.
Floor lid
3. Unscrew the wing bolt and remove the spacer
cone. Then remove the spare tire.
4. Take the jack out of the spare tire area.
Tire repair kit
5. Loosen each wheel nut about one turn using the
wheel nut wrench.
HANDLING THE UNEXPECTED
Spare tire
*if equipped
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