Instrument Panel; Malfunction Indicators - Acura MDX 2016 Owner's Manual

INSTRUMENT PANEL

INSTRUMENT PANEL
Learn about the indicators and displays related to driving the vehicle.
Indicators briefly appear with each engine start and then go out. red and amber
indicators are most critical. Blue and green indicators are used for general
information.

Malfunction Indicators

These are the most critical indicators. If they come on and stay lit while driving or
at any other time, there may be a problem. See your dealer if necessary.
Brake system
U.S. • Brake fluid is low.
• There is a malfunction in the brake system.
Canada
Press the brake pedal lightly to check pedal pressure. If normal, check
the brake fluid level when you stop. If abnormal, take immediate action.
If necessary, downshift the transmission to slow the vehicle using engine
braking. Have your vehicle repaired immediately.
Low oil pressure
engine oil pressure is low. Stop in a safe place. open the hood and check
the oil level (see page 134), and add oil if necessary. If the indicator does
not turn off, have your vehicle repaired immediately.
Malfunction indicator lamp (check engine light)
• The emissions control system may have a problem, or the fuel cap is
loose or missing.
• (Blinks) A misfire in the engine's cylinders is detected. Stop in a safe place,
and wait for the engine to cool down.
Charging system
The battery is not charging. Turn off all electrical items, but do not turn off
the vehicle to prevent further battery discharge. Have your vehicle repaired
immediately.
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ABS (Anti-lock Brake System)
There is a problem with the anti-lock brake system. Your vehicle still has
normal braking ability, but no anti-lock function.
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS)
There is a problem with one of the airbag systems or seat belt tensioners.
Speed-Sensitive Electric Power Steering (EPS)
There is a problem with the electric power steering system. Stop in a safe
place and restart the engine.
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
(Blinks and stays on) There is a problem with the tire pressure monitoring
system, or a spare tire* is installed.
Keyless Access system
There is a problem with the keyless access system.
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA®) system
There is a problem with the vSA system or the hill start assist system.
Brake system
SYSTEM
There is a problem with one of the braking systems. Avoid high speeds and
U.S.
sudden braking. Your vehicle still has normal braking ability.
Canada
Super-Handling All-Wheel Drive™ (SH-AWD®)*
• There is a problem with the SH-AWD system.
• (Blinks) Stop in a safe place, change the gear to Park, and idle until the
indicator goes off.
Blind Spot Information (BSI)*
There is a problem with the BSI system or the sensor is blocked.
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed Follow*
There is a problem with the system, or the radar sensor is blocked.
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS)*
There is a problem with the system, or the camera is blocked.
Forward Collision Warning (FCW)*
Collision Mitigation Braking System
There is a problem with the system, the temperature is too high, or the
camera is blocked.
Lane Departure Warning (LDW)*
Road Departure Mitigation (RDM)*
There is a problem with the system, the temperature is too high, or the
camera is blocked.
Auto idle stop*
There is a problem with the auto idle stop system.
INSTRUMENT PANEL
(CMBS )*
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*if equipped
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