2011 Acura RDX K24Z7 (TB1/2)

Engine identity

Oils and fluids

Service and parts data

Common and chronic problems

• Turbocharger issues under high stress or lack of maintenance
• Excessive oil consumption reported by some owners

First checks

• Inspect turbocharger for shaft play and oil leaks
• Check timing chain tension noise especially at cold start

Vor dem Teiletausch

• Save fault codes and freeze-frame data before clearing anything.
• Check engine oil, coolant and transmission fluid using the correct temperature and service procedure.
• Verify power, ground, connectors, hoses, leaks and live data before replacing expensive parts.

Important notes

• 2011 RDX worldwide largely shares the North American turbocharged 2.3L engine.
• Other global markets did not widely receive this model year with different engines until later generations.