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Accessories and Modifications .

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Air Conditioning System

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Air Pressure, Tires

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Automatic Speed Control

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Battery

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Charging System

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Indicator

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Jump Starting

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Maintenance

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Specifications

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Belts, Seat

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Beverage Holders

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Booster Seats

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Parking

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Summary of Contents for Acura MDX 2004

Page 1 Main Menu Index Shifting ........Braking System ......Shift Lever Position Indicator . Break-in, New Vehicle ....Accessories and Modifications . Shift Lever Positions ....Brightness Control, Instruments . 74 ACCESSORY (Ignition Key Shift Lock Release ....Brights, Headlights ......Position) ........
Page 2 Main Menu Index Child Seats ......40, Cruise Control Operation .... Important Safety Reminders ..Cup Holders ........Cancel Button ........ Infants .......... Customer Relations Office ..Capacities Chart ......Larger Children ......Carbon Monoxide Hazard ..... LATCH ......... Carrying Cargo ......
Page 3 Main Menu Index DOT Tire Quality Grading ..Emissions Controls ....... Filters Driver and Passenger Safety ... Engine ..........Driving ........... Coolant Temperature Gauge ..Flashers, Hazard Warning ..... Economy ........Malfunction Indicator Flat Tire, Changing a ....Driving Position Memory Lamp ........
Page 4 Main Menu Index Fuel ..........GCWR (Gross Combined Weight High-Low Beam Switch ....Fill Door and Cap ...... Rating) ........HomeLink Universal Gauge ........... Gearshift Lever Positions .... Transceiver ........ Octane Requirement ....Glove Box ........Hood, Opening the ....... Oxygenated .......
Page 5 Main Menu Index High Beam ........Interior Lights ......... LOCK (Ignition Key Position) ..Key (Immobilizer System) ..Introduction ........Locks Lights On ........Anti-theft Steering Column ..Low Fuel ........Fuel Fill Door ......Low Oil Pressure ......Glove Box ........
Page 6 Main Menu Index Memory, Driving Position ..... Selecting Proper Viscosity Protecting Larger Children ..Meters, Gauges ....... Chart ........Protecting Small Children ..Mirrors, Adjusting ......ON (Ignition Key Position) ... Using Child Seats with Modifying Your Vehicle ....Outside Mirrors ......
Page 7 Main Menu Index Replacement Information Seat Belts ........8, Shift Lock Release ......Engine Oil and Filter ....Additional Information ....Side Airbags ........Fuses .......... Automatic Seat Belt Side Curtain Airbags ...... Light Bulbs ........ Tensioners ....... Side Marker Lights, Bulb Schedule ........
Page 8 Main Menu Index SRS Indicator ......28, Three Way Catalytic Snow ........... START (Ignition Key Position) ..Converter ....... Specifications ......Starting the Engine ....... Temperature Gauge ....... Tire Chains ........ With a Dead Battery ....Tensioners, Seat Belts ....
Page 9 Main Menu Index ＊ : U.S. and Canada only Unexpected, Taking Care WARNING, Explanation of ..... of the .......... Warning Labels, Location off ..＊ Uniform Tire Quality Grading ..Warranty Coverages ....Unleaded Gasoline ......Used Oil, How to Dispose of ..
Page 10 Main Menu Index Shifting ........Braking System ......Shift Lever Position Indicator . Break-in, New Vehicle ....Accessories and Modifications . Shift Lever Positions ....Brightness Control, Instruments . 74 ACCESSORY (Ignition Key Shift Lock Release ....Brights, Headlights ......Position) ........
Page 11 Main Menu Index Child Seats ......40, Cruise Control Operation .... Important Safety Reminders ..Cup Holders ........Cancel Button ........ Infants .......... Customer Relations Office ..Capacities Chart ......Larger Children ......Carbon Monoxide Hazard ..... LATCH ......... Carrying Cargo ......
Page 12 Main Menu Index DOT Tire Quality Grading ..Emissions Controls ....... Filters Driver and Passenger Safety ... Engine ..........Driving ........... Coolant Temperature Gauge ..Flashers, Hazard Warning ..... Economy ........Malfunction Indicator Flat Tire, Changing a ....Driving Position Memory Lamp ........
Page 13 Main Menu Index Fuel ..........GCWR (Gross Combined Weight High-Low Beam Switch ....Fill Door and Cap ...... Rating) ........HomeLink Universal Gauge ........... Gearshift Lever Positions .... Transceiver ........ Octane Requirement ....Glove Box ........Hood, Opening the ....... Oxygenated .......
Page 14 Main Menu Index High Beam ........Interior Lights ......... LOCK (Ignition Key Position) ..Key (Immobilizer System) ..Introduction ........Locks Lights On ........Anti-theft Steering Column ..Low Fuel ........Fuel Fill Door ......Low Oil Pressure ......Glove Box ........
Page 15 Main Menu Index Memory, Driving Position ..... Selecting Proper Viscosity Protecting Larger Children ..Meters, Gauges ....... Chart ........Protecting Small Children ..Mirrors, Adjusting ......ON (Ignition Key Position) ... Using Child Seats with Modifying Your Vehicle ....Outside Mirrors ......
Page 16 Main Menu Index Replacement Information Seat Belts ........8, Shift Lock Release ......Engine Oil and Filter ....Additional Information ....Side Airbags ........Fuses .......... Automatic Seat Belt Side Curtain Airbags ...... Light Bulbs ........ Tensioners ....... Side Marker Lights, Bulb Schedule ........
Page 17 Main Menu Index SRS Indicator ......28, Three Way Catalytic Snow ........... START (Ignition Key Position) ..Converter ....... Specifications ......Starting the Engine ....... Temperature Gauge ....... Tire Chains ........ With a Dead Battery ....Tensioners, Seat Belts ....
Page 18 Main Menu Index ＊ : U.S. and Canada only Unexpected, Taking Care WARNING, Explanation of ..... of the .......... Warning Labels, Location off ..＊ Uniform Tire Quality Grading ..Warranty Coverages ....Unleaded Gasoline ......Used Oil, How to Dispose of ..
Page 19 Main Menu Driver and Passenger Safety This section gives you important Additional Information About Your All Children Should Sit in a Back information about how to protect Seat Belts ......... Seat ........... yourself and your passengers. It Seat Belt System Components . The Passenger’s Front Airbag shows you how to use seat belts Lap/Shoulder Belt...
Page 20 Main Menu Driver and Passenger Safety This section gives you important Additional Information About Your All Children Should Sit in a Back information about how to protect Seat Belts ......... Seat ........... yourself and your passengers. It Seat Belt System Components . The Passenger’s Front Airbag shows you how to use seat belts Lap/Shoulder Belt...
Page 21 Instrument Panel ......Driving Position Memory contribute to the daily operation of Instrument Indicators ....System .......... your Acura. All the essential controls Gauges ..........Interior Lights ......... are within easy reach. Controls Near the Steering Interior Convenience Items ...
Page 22 Instrument Panel ......Driving Position Memory contribute to the daily operation of Instrument Indicators ....System .......... your Acura. All the essential controls Gauges ..........Interior Lights ......... are within easy reach. Controls Near the Steering Interior Convenience Items ...
Page 23 Playing a Tape ....... with it.) Steering Wheel Controls ..... Radio Theft Protection ....Your Acura has an anti-theft audio Setting the Clock ......system that requires a code number Rear Entertainment System ..to enable it. Security System ......
Page 24 Playing a Tape ....... with it.) Steering Wheel Controls ..... Radio Theft Protection ....Your Acura has an anti-theft audio Setting the Clock ......system that requires a code number Rear Entertainment System ..to enable it. Security System ......
Page 25 Main Menu Before Driving Before you begin driving your Acura, Break-in Period ......you should know what gasoline to Gasoline Type ....... use, and how to check the levels of Service Station Procedures ..important fluids. You also need to Fuel Economy .......
Page 26 Main Menu Before Driving Before you begin driving your Acura, Break-in Period ......you should know what gasoline to Gasoline Type ....... use, and how to check the levels of Service Station Procedures ..important fluids. You also need to Fuel Economy .......
Page 27 Main Menu Driving This section gives you tips on Driving Guidelines ......starting the engine under various Preparing to Drive ......conditions, and how to operate the Starting the Engine ....... automatic transmission. It also Automatic Transmission ....includes important information on Variable Torque Management parking your vehicle, the braking 4WD System...
Page 28 Main Menu Driving This section gives you tips on Driving Guidelines ......starting the engine under various Preparing to Drive ......conditions, and how to operate the Starting the Engine ....... automatic transmission. It also Automatic Transmission ....includes important information on Variable Torque Management parking your vehicle, the braking 4WD System...
Page 29 ....If you have the skills and tools to per- Timing Belt ........form more complex maintenance Lights ..........tasks on your Acura, you may want Seat Belts ........to purchase the Service Manual. See Floor Mats ........page for information on how to Wiper Blades .........
Page 30 ....If you have the skills and tools to per- Timing Belt ........form more complex maintenance Lights ..........tasks on your Acura, you may want Seat Belts ........to purchase the Service Manual. See Floor Mats ........page for information on how to Wiper Blades .........
Page 31 Main Menu Taking Care of the Unexpected This section covers the more Compact Spare Tire ...... common problems that motorists Changing a Flat Tire ....experience with their vehicles. It If Your Engine Won’t Start ..gives you information about how to Jump Starting ........
Page 32 Main Menu Taking Care of the Unexpected This section covers the more Compact Spare Tire ...... common problems that motorists Changing a Flat Tire ....experience with their vehicles. It If Your Engine Won’t Start ..gives you information about how to Jump Starting ........
Page 33 Emissions Controls ....... you the dimensions and capacities of Specifications ........ The Clean Air Act ..... your Acura, and the locations of the DOT Tire Quality Grading ..Crankcase Emissions Control identification numbers. It also Uniform Tire Quality System ........
Page 34 Emissions Controls ....... you the dimensions and capacities of Specifications ........ The Clean Air Act ..... your Acura, and the locations of the DOT Tire Quality Grading ..Crankcase Emissions Control identification numbers. It also Uniform Tire Quality System ........
Page 35 Main Menu Warranty and Customer Relations Customer Service Information ........ Warranty Coverages ....Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Vehicles) ......Authorized Manuals ..... Warranty and Customer Relations...
Page 36 Main Menu Warranty and Customer Relations Customer Service Information ........ Warranty Coverages ....Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Vehicles) ......Authorized Manuals ..... Warranty and Customer Relations...
Page 37 2004 MDX Online Reference Owner's Manual Use these links (and links throughout this manual) to navigate through this reference. For a printed owner's manual, click on authorized manuals or go to www.helminc.com. Contents Owner's Identification Form Introduction ..............................A Few Words About Safety .......................... Your Vehicle at a Glance ..........................2 Driver and Passenger Safety...
Page 38 Main Menu Your Vehicle at a Glance INSTRUMENT PANEL (P.57) CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM (P.104) GAUGES (P.66) AUDIO SYSTEM (P.110) POWER DOOR LOCK SWITCHES (P.80) MIRROR GLOVE BOX CONTROLS (P.99) (P.90) POWER WINDOW SWITCHES (P.90) HOOD RELEASE HANDLE (P.160) FUEL FILL DOOR PARKING BRAKE REAR A/C CONTROL ACCESSORY POWER SOCKET...
Page 39 Main Menu Your Vehicle at a Glance INSTRUMENT PANEL BRIGHTNESS VTM-4 LOCK PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF (P.30) (P.176) INDICATOR (P.74) HEADLIGHTS/ TURN SIGNALS REAR WINDOW (P.72) DEFOGGER (P.75) VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST SYSTEM HAZARD WARNING OFF SWITCH (P.184) BUTTON (P.74) CRUISE CONTROL (P.144) ＊...
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Page 41 Main Menu Table of Contents Important Safety Precautions You’ll find many safety and a lap/shoulder belt until they Control Your Speed recommendations throughout this can use the belt properly without a Excessive speed is a major factor in section, and throughout this manual. booster (see page crash injuries and deaths.
Page 42 Main Menu Table of Contents Your Vehicle’s Safety Features Your vehicle is equipped with many (11) features that work together to protect you and your passengers during a crash. (10) Some safety features do not require any action on your part. These include a strong steel framework that forms a safety cage around the passenger compartment;...
Page 43 Main Menu Table of Contents Your Vehicle’s Safety Features However, you and your passengers Seat Belts When properly worn, seat belts: can’t take full advantage of these Your vehicle is equipped with seat safety features unless you remain belts in all seating positions. Keep you connected to the vehicle sitting in a proper position and so you can take advantage of the...
Page 44 Main Menu Table of Contents Your Vehicle’s Safety Features Of course, seat belts cannot Airbags completely protect you in every crash. But in most cases, seat belts can reduce your risk of serious injury. Always wear What you should do: your seat belt, and make sure you wear it properly.
Page 45 Main Menu Table of Contents Your Vehicle’s Safety Features The most important things you need The rest of this section gives more to know about your airbags are: detailed information about how you can maximize your safety. Airbags do not replace seat belts. They are designed to supplement Remember, however, that no safety the seat belts.
Page 46 Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Adults and Teens Introduction Close and Lock the Doors Adjust the Front Seats The following pages provide After everyone has entered the instructions on how to properly vehicle, be sure the doors and protect the driver, adult passengers, tailgate are closed and locked.
Page 47 Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Adults and Teens If you sit too close to the steering Once your seat is adjusted correctly, Adjust the Seat-Backs wheel or dashboard, you can be rock it back and forth to make sure seriously injured by an inflating front the seat is locked into position.
Page 48 Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Adults and Teens Reclining a seat-back so that the Adjust the Head Restraints shoulder part of the belt no longer rests against the occupant’s chest Improperly positioning head reduces the protective capability of restraints reduces their the belt.
Page 49 Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Adults and Teens Fasten and Position the Seat If necessary, pull up on the shoulder Belts belt again to remove any slack, then Insert the latch plate into the buckle, check that the belt rests across the then tug on the belt to make sure the center of your chest and over your belt is securely latched.
Page 50 No one should sit in a seat with an Anyone using a inoperative seat belt. seat belt that is not working properly can be seriously injured or killed. Have your Acura dealer check the belt as soon as possible. See page for additional information about your seat belts and how to take care of them.
Page 51 Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Adults and Teens Adjust the Steering Wheel Maintain a Proper Sitting In addition, an occupant who is out of Position position in the front seat can be After all occupants have adjusted seriously or fatally injured in a crash their seats and put on seat belts, it is by striking interior parts of the very important that they continue to...
Page 52 Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Adults and Teens Advice for Pregnant Women When driving, remember to sit Additional Safety Precautions upright and adjust the seat as far Never let passengers ride in the back as possible while allowing full cargo area or on top of a folded- control of the vehicle.
Page 53 Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Adults and Teens Do not put any accessories on seat Keep your hands and arms away Do not attach hard objects on or Devices intended to improve If your If a side airbag or a belts.
Page 54 Main Menu Table of Contents Additional Information About Your Seat Belts Seat Belt System Components Lap/Shoulder Belt To fasten the belt, insert the latch Your seat belt system includes lap/ The lap/shoulder belts in the center plate into the buckle, then tug on the shoulder belts in all seven seating seat of the second row and both of belt to make sure the buckle is...
Page 55 Main Menu Table of Contents Additional Information About Your Seat Belts The seat belts in all seating positions Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners The tensioners are designed to except the driver’s have an additional activate in any collision severe locking mechanism that must be enough to cause a front, side, or side activated to secure a child seat (see curtain airbag to inflate.
Page 56 Main Menu Table of Contents Additional Information About Your Seat Belts Seat Belt Maintenance Acura provides a lifetime warranty If a seat belt is worn during a crash, For safety, you should check the on seat belts for U.S. models. See it must be replaced by the dealer.
Page 57 Main Menu Table of Contents Additional Information About Your Airbags Airbag System Components Your Airbag System (SRS) includes: Two SRS (Supplemental Restraint (11) System) front airbags. The driver’s airbag is stored in the center of the steering wheel; the front passenger’s airbag is stored in the dashboard.
Page 58 Main Menu Table of Contents Additional Information About Your Airbags Sensors that can detect a Front passenger’s weight sensors How Your Front Airbags Work moderate to severe frontal impact, that monitor the weight on the side impact or rollover. front passenger’s seat. These prevent the passenger’s front A sophisticated electronic system airbag from inflating if the weight...
Page 59 Main Menu Table of Contents Additional Information About Your Airbags During a frontal crash, your seat belt The total time for inflation and help restrains your lower body and deflation is one-tenth of a second, so torso and the airbag helps protect fast that most occupants are not your head and chest.
Page 60 Main Menu Table of Contents Additional Information About Your Airbags Advanced Airbags Dual-Stage Airbags Dual-Threshold Airbags Your front airbags are dual-stage Your front airbags are also dual- Your front airbags are also advanced airbags. This means they have two threshold airbags. Airbags with this airbags.
Page 61 Main Menu Table of Contents Additional Information About Your Airbags When the airbag is turned off, an indicator in the center of the dashboard will come on indicating ‘‘Passenger Airbag Off’’ (see page If there is no passenger in the front seat, the but the airbag will be off...
Page 62 Main Menu Table of Contents Additional Information About Your Airbags How Your Side Airbags Work The passenger’s side airbag has a There will be some delay between cutoff system designed to turn off the moment the passenger moves the passenger’s side airbag if a child’s into or out of airbag deployment path head is in the airbag’s deployment and when the indicator comes on or...
Page 63 Main Menu Table of Contents Additional Information About Your Airbags In a Rollover How Your Side Curtain Airbags To get the best protection from the Work side curtain airbags, occupants If the sensors detect your vehicle is should wear their seat belts and sit about to tip over, the control unit will upright and well back in their seats.
Page 64 If the indicator comes on or flashes on and off while you drive. Although Acura does not encourage children to ride in front, this system If you see any of these indications, is designed to shut off the side...
Page 65 Main Menu Table of Contents Additional Information About Your Airbags A front seat passenger should not How the Passenger Airbag Off To reduce the chance of airbag- use a cushion or other object as a Indicator Works caused injuries, the system shuts off backrest.
Page 66 See page for more information any airbag by yourself. This must about the passenger’s advanced be done by an Acura dealer or a front airbag. knowledgeable body shop. The SRS indicator alerts you to a Take your vehicle to an problem.
Page 67 Do not remove or modify a front collision. seat without consulting an Acura Do not expose the front seat-backs If water or another liquid dealer. This could make the driver’s to liquid.
Page 68 Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Children General Guidelines − All Children Must Be Restrained Each year, many children are injured or killed in vehicle crashes because Children who are unrestrained they are either unrestrained or not or improperly restrained can be properly restrained.
Page 69 Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Children General Guidelines − All Children Should Sit in a Back The Passenger’s Front Airbag With this system, the front Seat Can Pose Serious Risks passenger’s airbag is turned off if According to accident statistics, Front airbags have been designed to sensors detect a total weight of less children of all ages and sizes are...
Page 70 Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Children General Guidelines − U.S. Models Canadian Models To remind you of the passenger’s To remind you of the front airbag front airbag hazards, and that hazards, your vehicle has warning children must be properly restrained labels on the driver’s and front in the back seat, your vehicle has passenger’s visors.
Page 71 Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Children General Guidelines − If You Must Drive with Several If a Child Requires Close Additional Safety Precautions Children Attention Never hold an infant or child on Your vehicle has two rows of back Many parents say they prefer to put If you are not wearing a your lap.
Page 72 Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Children General Guidelines − Use the main power window Lock all doors and tailgate when Keep vehicle keys and remote Children switch to prevent children from your vehicle is not in use. transmitters out of the reach of This who play in vehicles can Even very young...
Page 73 Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Infants and Small Children Protecting Infants Child Seat Placement A rear-facing child seat should always be installed in a back seat, not Placing a rear-facing child seat in the front. Even with advanced in the front seat can result in airbags, which can automatically serious injury or death during a turn the passenger’s front airbag off...
Page 74 Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Infants and Small Children Protecting Small Children Of the different seats available, we Child Seat Placement recommend those that have a five- We strongly recommend placing a point harness system as shown. forward-facing child seat in a back seat, not the front.
Page 75 Main Menu Table of Contents Selecting a Child Seat When buying a child seat, you need We also recommend selecting a Whatever type of seat you choose, to to choose between a conventional LATCH-compatible seat with a rigid, provide proper protection, a child child seat, or one designed for use rather than a flexible, anchor (see seat should meet three...
Page 76 Main Menu Table of Contents Installing a Child Seat After selecting a proper child seat, A child seat secured with a seat belt The following pages provide and a good place to install the seat, should be installed as firmly as guidelines on how to properly install there are three main steps in possible.
Page 77 Main Menu Table of Contents Installing a Child Seat Installing a Child Seat Using To install a LATCH-compatible child LATCH seat: MARKS Move the seat belt buckle or tongue away from the lower anchors. Make sure there are no objects near the anchors that could prevent a secure connection between the child seat and...
Page 78 Main Menu Table of Contents Installing a Child Seat Make sure the strap is not twisted, then tighten the strap according to the child seat maker’s instruction. Push and pull the child seat forward and from side to side to verify that it is secure.
Page 79 Main Menu Table of Contents Installing a Child Seat Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/ Shoulder Belt When not using the LATCH system, all child seats must be secured to the vehicle with the lap part of a lap/ shoulder belt.
Page 80 Main Menu Table of Contents Installing a Child Seat Installing a Child Seat with a Tether A child seat with a tether can be installed in any seating position in the second or third row. Since a tether can provide additional security to the lap/shoulder belt installation, we recommend using a tether whenever one is required or...
Page 81 Main Menu Table of Contents Installing a Child Seat Second Row Installation TETHER ANCHORAGE POINT Each second row seat has a tether After securing the child seat in the Attach the tether strap hook to the anchorage point behind the seat desired position (see page anchor as shown above, then back.
Page 82 Main Menu Table of Contents Installing a Child Seat, Protecting Larger Children Protecting Larger Children Third Row Installation When a child reaches the recommended weight or height limit Allowing a larger child age 12 or for a forward-facing child seat, the under to sit in front can result in child should sit in a back seat on a injury or death if the passenger’s...
Page 83 Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Larger Children Checking Seat Belt Fit Does the shoulder belt cross Using a Booster Seat between the child’s neck and arm? Is the lap part of the belt as low as possible, touching the child’s thighs? Will the child be able to stay seated like this for the whole trip?
Page 84 Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Larger Children Some states also require children to booster. When Can a Larger Child Sit in Front use a booster until they reach a The National Highway Traffic Safety given age or weight (e.g., 6 years or Even then, the child may still need to Administration and Transport 60 lbs).
Page 85 Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Larger Children Of course, children vary widely. And If you decide that a child can safely Additional Safety Precautions while age may be one indicator of ride up front, be sure to: Do not let a child wear a seat belt when a child can safely ride in front.
Page 86 Main Menu Table of Contents Carbon Monoxide Hazard Your vehicle’s exhaust contains With the tailgate open, air flow can carbon monoxide gas. You should pull exhaust gas into your vehicle’s have no problem with carbon interior and create a hazardous Carbon monoxide gas is toxic.
Page 87 Read these labels carefully. If a label comes off or becomes hard to read (except for the U.S. dashboard label which is removed by the owner), contact your Acura dealer for a replacement. HOOD RADIATOR CAP BATTERY LABEL...
Page 88 Main Menu Table of Contents Safety Labels SUN VISOR DOORJAMBS U.S. models On cars with side curtain airbags U.S. models Canadian models Canadian models Driver and Passenger Safety...
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Page 90 Main Menu Table of Contents Control Locations INSTRUMENT PANEL (P.57) CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM (P.104) GAUGES (P.66) AUDIO SYSTEM (P.110) POWER DOOR LOCK SWITCHES (P.80) MIRROR GLOVE BOX CONTROLS (P.99) (P.92) POWER WINDOW SWITCHES (P.90) HOOD RELEASE HANDLE (P.160) FUEL FILL DOOR PARKING BRAKE REAR A/C CONTROL ACCESSORY POWER SOCKET...
Page 91 Main Menu Table of Contents Instrument Panel MALFUNCTION INDICATOR CRUISE CONTROL SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT LAMP (P.243) INDICATOR SYSTEM INDICATOR (P.58) (P.61) IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM LOW OIL PRESSURE (P.59) HIGH BEAM INDICATOR INDICATOR INDICATOR (P.58) (P.61) ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR (P.59) WASHER LEVEL INDICATOR (P.61) LIGHTS ON...
Page 92 Main Menu Table of Contents Instrument Panel Indicators The instrument panel has many Malfunction Indicator Supplemental Restraint indicators to give you important Lamp System Indicator information about your vehicle. See page This indicator comes on when you turn the ignition switch to ON (II). If Seat Belt Reminder Low Oil Pressure it comes on at any other time, it...
Page 93 ON (II). ABS. If this happens, have your and the engine will not start (see It is a reminder to check the vehicle checked by your Acura page parking brake. A beeper sounds if dealer. With this indicator on, your...
Page 94 Main Menu Table of Contents Instrument Panel Indicators Turn Signal and Brake Lamp Indicator Door and Tailgate Open Monitor Hazard Warning Indicators If a brake light does not work, the The left or right turn signal indicator indicator comes on BRAKE LAMP blinks when you signal a lane change when you push the brake pedal with...
Page 95 Main Menu Table of Contents Instrument Panel Indicators ‘‘Daytime Running High Beam Indicator Washer Level Indicator Lights’’ Indicator This indicator comes on with the This indicator comes on when the Canadian models only This indicator comes on when you high beam headlights. See page washer fluid level is low.
Page 96 Main Menu Table of Contents Instrument Panel Indicators Lights On Indicator A/T Temperature VTM-4 Indicator U.S. models only Indicator This indicator monitors the This indicator normally comes on for On vehicles with automatic lighting (see temperature of the automatic a few seconds when you turn the page This indicator reminds you that the transmission fluid.
Page 97 It flashes when VSA is active (see page ON (II), there is a problem with the VSA system. Have your vehicle checked by your Acura dealer. It comes on along with the VSA Without VSA, your vehicle still has system indicator if there is a normal driving ability, but will not problem with the VSA system.
Page 98 Main Menu Table of Contents Instrument Panel Indicators Low Tire Pressure Tire Pressure Monitor Tire Pressure Monitoring Indicator System (TPMS) Indicator This indicator normally comes on for The appropriate tire indicator will This indicator normally comes on for a few seconds when you turn the come on along with the Low Tire a few seconds when you turn the ignition to ON (II).
Page 99 Turn off the engine. maintenance. If this maintenance is done by someone other than your Press and hold the Select and Acura dealer, reset the indicator as Reset buttons on the instrument follows. panel, then turn the ignition switch to ON (II).
Page 100 Main Menu Table of Contents Gauges Odometer This shows the total distance your vehicle has been driven. It measures TACHOMETER SPEEDOMETER FUEL GAUGE TEMPERATURE miles in U.S. models and kilometers GAUGE in the Canadian models. It is illegal under U.S. federal law and Canadian provincial regulations to disconnect, reset, or alter the odometer with the intent to change...
Page 101 Main Menu Table of Contents Gauges Trip Meter There are two trip meters: Trip A Temperature Gauge and Trip B. Switch between these This shows the temperature of the SELECT BUTTON displays by pressing the Select engine’s coolant. During normal button repeatedly.
Page 102 Main Menu Table of Contents Controls Near the Steering Wheel HEADLIGHTS/TURN SIGNALS INSTRUMENT PANEL VTM-4 LOCK BRIGHTNESS (P.176) (P.72) (P.74) REAR WINDOW FOG LIGHTS DEFOGGER (P.75) (P.75) CRUISE CONTROL (P.144) VEHICLE STABILITY HAZARD WARNING ASSIST SYSTEM OFF BUTTON SWITCH (P.74) (P.184) ＊...
Page 103 Main Menu Table of Contents Windshield Wipers and Washers Turn the rotary switch at the end of MIST: The wipers run at high speed the lever or push down or pull the until you release the lever. lever to select a position. Windshield Washer : Pull the wiper OFF:...
Page 104 Main Menu Table of Contents Windshield Wipers and Washers When the system senses rainfall, it Automatic Wipers Touring Model turns on the windshield wipers and varies their speed (intermittent, low speed, or high speed) depending on how hard it is raining. When the rotary switch is in the (low speed) or (high speed)
Page 105 Main Menu Table of Contents Windshield Wipers and Washers Rear Window Wiper and Washer RAINFALL SENSOR The rear window wiper switch is The rainfall sensor is located in the located next to the windshield wiper windshield near the rearview mirror. switch.
Page 106 Main Menu Table of Contents Turn Signal, Headlights Turn Signal and Headlights Turn Signal Push down on the When the light switch is in either of − left lever to signal a left turn and up these positions, the Lights On to signal a right turn.
Page 107 Main Menu Table of Contents Headlights AUTO − The Automatic Lighting The lights will remain on when you feature turns on the headlights, all turn off the ignition switch. They will other exterior lights, and the turn off automatically when you open instrument panel lights when it the driver’s door.
Page 108 Main Menu Table of Contents Headlights, Instrument Panel Brightness, Hazard Warning Button Daytime Running Lights Instrument Panel Brightness Hazard Warning Button Canadian Models INSTRUMENT PANEL BRIGHTNESS With the headlight switch off, the CONTROL DIAL high beam headlights come on with reduced brightness when you turn the ignition switch to ON (II) and release the parking brake.
Page 109 Main Menu Table of Contents Rear Window Defogger, Fog Lights Rear Window Defogger Make sure the rear window is clear Fog Lights and you have good visibility before starting to drive. The defogger wires on the inside of the rear window can be accidentally damaged.
Page 110 Main Menu Table of Contents Steering Wheel Adjustment See page for important safety Push the lever up to lock the information about how to properly steering wheel in position. position the steering wheel. Make sure you have securely Make any steering wheel adjustment locked the steering wheel in place before you start driving.
Page 111 Immobilizer System. They will not (BLACK) have to get a lost key replaced. Use work to start the engine if the only an Acura-approved key blank. circuits are damaged. Protect the keys from direct sunlight, high temperature, and high humidity.
Page 112 ON (II) again. If you have lost your key and cannot This device complies with Industry start the engine, contact your Acura Canada Standard RSS-210. dealer. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause...
Page 113 Main Menu Table of Contents Ignition Switch LOCK (0) You can insert or START (III) Use this position − − remove the key only in this position. only to start the engine. The switch To turn the key, the shift lever must returns to ON (II) when you let go of be in Park, and you must push the the key.
Page 114 Main Menu Table of Contents Door Locks driver’s door from the outside, turn Childproof Door Locks MASTER DOOR LOCK SWITCH the key and release it. If you turn and hold it, all doors and the tailgate unlock. Lockout Prevention With the driver’s door open and the key in the ignition, both master door lock switches are disabled.
Page 115 Acura dealer. remote transmitter before 30 locked and the security system has seconds have elapsed, the lights will set.
Page 116 Main Menu Table of Contents Remote Transmitter Replacing the Transmitter As required by the FCC: Battery This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired...
Page 117 Main Menu Table of Contents Remote Transmitter If the seat and mirrors are already in You can turn the driving position Recalling a Memorized Driving the proper positions, you will hear memory activation off and on. To Position three beeps when you open the door. turn it off, press and hold the LOCK On Touring Model and UNLOCK buttons at the same...
Page 118 Main Menu Table of Contents Seats Front Seat Power Adjustments See pages for important safety − information and warnings about how to properly position seats and seat-backs. The controls for the power adjustable front seats are on the outside edge of each seat bottom. You can adjust the seats with the ignition switch in any position.
Page 119 Main Menu Table of Contents Seats Passenger Manual Seat Driver’s Manual Lumbar Support Adjustments Without Touring Package See pages − for important safety information and warnings about how to properly position seats and seat-backs. To adjust the seat forward and backward, pull up on the lever under Without Touring Package the seat cushion’s front edge.
Page 120 Main Menu Table of Contents Seats The head restraints adjust for height. Head Restraints Detachable Anchors You need both hands to adjust the See page for important safety SMALL LATCH PLATE restraint. Do not attempt to adjust it information and a warning about how to while driving.
Page 121 Main Menu Table of Contents Seats Adjusting the Second Seat Folding the Second Seat Third Row Access The left and right halves can be folded up separately. If you are folding the left half of the seat, use the ignition key to release the center seat belt from the detachable anchor.
Page 122 Main Menu Table of Contents Seats Adjusting the Third Row Seat To fold the third row seat, NOTE: the second row must be folded down or completely up right. Unlock the seat-back by pulling the handle. Push the seat-back forward. Make sure the outer shoulder belts are positioned on each hook whenever the third seat is folded.
Page 123 Main Menu Table of Contents Seat Heaters In HI, the heater turns off when the Follow these precautions when using SEAT HEATERS seat gets warm, and turns back on the seat heaters: after the seat’s temperature drops. Use the HI setting only to heat the In LO, the heater does not cycle with seats quickly, because it draws temperature change.
Page 124 If the power windows do not operate ignition switch. Opening either front vehicle so they do not injure properly after resetting, have your door cancels this function. themselves by operating the vehicle checked by an Acura dealer. windows unintentionally. Instruments and Controls...
Page 125 Main Menu Table of Contents Moonroof To tilt the moonroof up, press the You can still open and close the button in. To closed it, push the moonroof for up to 10 minutes after button forward. Make sure everyone’s you turn off the ignition. Opening hands are away from the moonroof either front door cancels this before opening or closing it.
Page 126 Main Menu Table of Contents Parking Brake, Mirrors Parking Brake The inside mirror can automatically sound if the vehicle is put into gear darken to reduce glare. To turn on with the parking brake on. this feature, press the button on the Mirrors bottom of the mirror.
Page 127 Main Menu Table of Contents Mirrors Adjusting the Power Mirrors When you finish, move the selector switch to the center (off) HEATED MIRROR BUTTON ADJUSTMENT SWITCH position. This turns off the adjustment switch to keep your settings. Touring model only With the selector switch in the center (off) position, the passenger’s side mirror will pivot downward...
Page 128 Table of Contents Driving Position Memory System Touring Model Storing a Driving Position in Memory MEMO BUTTON Your Acura has a memory feature Store a driving position only when for the driver’s seat and outside the vehicle is parked. mirror positions.
Page 129 Main Menu Table of Contents Driving Position Memory System Doing any of the following after To stop the system’s automatic Selecting a Memorized Position pressing the MEMO button will To select a memorized position, do adjustment, do any of these actions: cancel the storing procedure.
Page 130 Main Menu Table of Contents Interior Lights Light Control Switch When the switch is in the Door With any door or the tailgate left Activated position: open, the lights stay on about 3 DOOR ACTIVATED POSITION minutes, then go out. The front map lights and footwell lights come on when any door or When the light control switch is in the...
Page 131 Main Menu Table of Contents Interior Lights Individual Map Lights Individual Interior Lights Cargo Area Light Turn on the second row individual The courtesy lights in the doors and DOOR ACTIVATED map lights by pushing the lens. Push around the ignition switch come on the lens again to turn it off.
Page 132 Main Menu Table of Contents Interior Convenience Items VANITY MIRROR CONSOLE COMPARTMENT BEVERAGE HOLDER REAR COMPARTMENT GLOVE BOX CARGO HOOKS COIN BOX BEVERAGE HOLDER Instruments and Controls...
Page 133 Main Menu Table of Contents Interior Convenience Items Beverage Holders Console Compartment Glove Box Be careful when you are using the Open the glove box by squeezing the beverage holders. A spilled liquid handle. Close it with a firm push. that is very hot can scald you or your Lock or unlock the glove box with passengers.
Page 134 Main Menu Table of Contents Interior Convenience Items Rear Compartment Sun Visor Vanity Mirror Storage compartments are located in EXTENSION the armrests for the third row seat. To open a compartment, pull the lever and lift the lid. Cargo Hooks The hooks on the floor of the cargo area enable you to tie down items stored in the back.
Page 135 Main Menu Table of Contents Interior Convenience Items Accessory Power Sockets When both the front and console Your vehicle has three accessory sockets are being used, the power sockets. The front accessory combined power rating of both power socket is located under the accessories should be 120 watts or audio system.
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Page 137 Main Menu Table of Contents Vents, Heating, and A/C RECIRCULATION BUTTON TEMPERATURE DISPLAY REAR A/C CONTROL AUTO BUTTON TEMPERATURE BUTTONS OFF BUTTON DEFROST BUTTON (Without Navigation System) (With Navigation System) MODE MODE FAN SPEED FAN SPEED BUTTON BUTTON BUTTON ICON ICON ICONS Comfort and Convenience Features...
Page 138 Main Menu Table of Contents Airflow Buttons Fan Control Button/Icon Recirculation Button Mode Control Button/Icon Push the button or icon to When the indicator in the button is Use the mode control button or icon ▲ increase the fan speed and air flow. on, air from the vehicle’s interior is to select the vents the air flows from.
Page 139 Main Menu Table of Contents Vents, Heating, and A/C Ventilation Using the Heater Using the A/C The flow-through ventilation system The heater uses engine coolant to Air conditioning places an extra load draws in outside air, circulates it warm the air. If the engine is cold, it on the engine.
Page 140 Main Menu Table of Contents Vents, Heating, and A/C If the interior is very warm, you can Dehumidify the Interior To Defog and Defrost cool it down more rapidly by partially Air conditioning, as it cools, removes To remove fog from the inside of the opening the windows, turning on the moisture from the air.
Page 141 Main Menu Table of Contents Vents, Heating, and A/C To Remove Exterior Frost or Ice Using Automatic Climate Control In cold weather, the fan will not From the Windows The Automatic Climate Control come on automatically until the system can adjust the fan speed and heater starts to develop warm air.
Page 142 Main Menu Table of Contents Rear Climate Control, Climate Control Sensors Using the Rear A/C Unit Sunlight and Temperature Sensors TEMPERATURE CONTROL DIAL TEMPERATURE SENSOR MODE BUTTONS FAN SPEED CONTROL DIAL SUNLIGHT SENSOR Press the RR A/C MANUAL button to enable the rear A/C control The climate control system has two panel.
Page 143 Main Menu Table of Contents Playing the Radio (Touring Package) STEREO BUTTON BUTTON INDICATOR PWR/VOL KNOB TUNE/SOUND KNOB SEEK BUTTONS (Premium Package) (Touring Package with RES) SCAN BUTTON PRESET BUTTONS PWR/VOL TUNE KNOB PRESET BUTTONS STEREO INDICATOR TUNE/SOUND KNOB KNOB SCAN INDICATOR AM/FM...
Page 144 Main Menu Table of Contents Playing the Radio To Play the Radio SEEK The SEEK function Preset Each preset button can − − The ignition switch must be in the searches up and down from the store one frequency on AM, and two ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) position.
Page 145 Main Menu Table of Contents Playing the Radio AUTO SELECT If you are To turn off Auto Select, press the With Touring Package − traveling far from home and can no A. SEL button. This restores the Press the SOUND knob repeatedly to longer receive your preset stations, presets you originally set.
Page 146 ‘‘FM101.’’ Radio Frequencies Radio Reception Your Acura’s radio can receive the How well your Acura’s radio receives complete AM and FM bands. stations is dependent on many Those bands cover these frequen-...
Page 147 Main Menu Table of Contents Radio Reception As required by the FCC: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. Radio signals, especially on the FM Radio reception can be affected by band, are deflected by large objects atmospheric conditions such as such as buildings and hills.
Page 148 Main Menu Table of Contents Playing a CD (Touring Package) CD LOAD BUTTON CD EJECT BUTTON CD SLOT PWR/VOL KNOB REPEAT BUTTON RANDOM CD BUTTON SKIP BUTTONS BUTTON (Touring Package with RES) (Premium Package) CD SLOT SKIP BUTTONS CD SLOT CD EJECT BUTTON CD EJECT BUTTON...
Page 149 CD. If you eject the CD, but do not ＋ for your vehicle from your Acura skips forward to the beginning of the remove it from the slot, the system dealer. This disc changer uses next track.
Page 150 Main Menu Table of Contents CD Changer To select the CD changer, press the Opening the In-Dash CD Changer When you see LOAd in the display, CD button. The disc and track If Equipped insert the disc into the CD slot. numbers will be displayed.
Page 151 Main Menu Table of Contents CD Changer If you press the LOAD button while Removing CDs from the Changer If you press the Eject button while a disc is playing, the system will stop To remove the disc that is currently listening to the radio or tape, or with playing that disc and start the playing, press the eject button.
Page 152 Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Your CDs General Information Protecting CDs When using CD-R discs, use only When a CD is not being played, store high quality CDs labeled for audio it in its case to protect it from dust use.
Page 153 Error Message Cause Solution your vehicle to an Acura dealer. FOCUS/CLV Error Press the EJECT button and pull out the CD. Data Read Error Check if it is inserted correctly in the CD player.
Page 154 DVD has been loaded in If the CD cannot be pulled out or the error the CD player message does not disappear after the CD is ejected, see an Acura dealer. High Temperature Will disappear when the temperature returns to normal.
Page 155 Disc changer If the message disappears within a few seconds, malfunction. unit is OK. If it does not, see an Acura dealer. Press the magazine eject button and pull it out Disc changer the magazine, check for error message. Insert malfunction.
Page 156 Main Menu Table of Contents CD Changer Error Messages Touring Model Error Messages Cause Solution Disc changer See an Acura dealer. malfunction. High temperature. Will disappear when the temperature returns to normal. Disc changer See an Acura dealer. malfunction. High temperature.
Page 157 FOCUS Error magazine again. If the message does not disappear or the magazine cannot be pulled out, see an Acura dealer. No CD in the CD Insert CD. magazine Press the magazine eject button and pull it out,...
Page 158 Main Menu Table of Contents Playing a Tape TAPE DIRECTION INDICATOR CASSETTE SLOT PWR/VOL KNOB TAPE EJECT BUTTON TAPE BUTTON PLAY BUTTON DOLBY BUTTON PROGRAM BUTTON CD BUTTON FAST FORWARD BUTTON REWIND BUTTON PROGRAM DOLBY CASSETTE FAST FORWARD DOLBY BUTTON TAPE EJECT BUTTON BUTTON...
Page 159 Main Menu Table of Contents Playing a Tape ＊ To Play a Tape Dolby noise reduction turns on To switch to the radio while a tape is The ignition switch must be in the when you insert a tape. The playing, press the AM or FM button.
Page 160 Your Acura dealer has a Never try to insert foreign objects cleaning kit available. into the tape player. Comfort and Convenience Features...
Page 161 Main Menu Table of Contents Steering Wheel Controls The middle button adjusts the If you are playing a tape, use the CH CH BUTTON volume up ( ) or down ( ). Press button to advance to the next ▲ ▼...
Page 162 Table of Contents Radio Theft Protection Your vehicle’s audio system will If your vehicle’s battery is If the code card is lost, an Acura disable itself if it is disconnected disconnected or goes dead, the audio dealer can access your code with from electrical power for any reason.
Page 163 Main Menu Table of Contents Setting the Clock CLOCK BUTTON SET BUTTON H BUTTON R BUTTON H BUTTON M BUTTON M BUTTON If your vehicle’s battery is You can quickly set the time to the Model with Rear Entertainment System disconnected or goes dead, you will nearest hour.
Page 164 Main Menu Table of Contents Rear Entertainment System RR CTRL SELECTOR KNOB REAR CONTROL OFF ICON REAR SPEAKERS OFF ICON REAR PWR BUTTON REAR SYSTEM DISPLAY REPEAT BUTTON PLAY BUTTON PAUSE BUTTON SEEK/SKIP BAR RANDOM BUTTON CONTINUED Comfort and Convenience Features...
Page 165 Main Menu Table of Contents Rear Entertainment System If equipped To Turn On the System Rear Speakers With this system, the rear Press the REAR PWR button. To When you turn on the system, the passengers can enjoy a different turn on the rear controls (ceiling rear speakers are automatically entertainment source (radio, tape...
Page 166 Main Menu Table of Contents Rear Entertainment System To Select Rear Entertainment Operating the DVD Player from REAR CONTROL PANEL from the Front Control Panel the Front Control Panel To operate the rear entertainment The DVD player in your Rear system from the front panel, turn the Entertainment System can play DVD RR CTRL knob clockwise.
Page 167 Main Menu Table of Contents Rear Entertainment System PLAY Press the PLAY button beginning of the previous track or − DVD SLOT EJECT BUTTON if the DVD does not start playing chapter. automatically. EJECT Press the eject button to − PAUSE Press the PAUSE button remove the DVD from the drive.
Page 168 Main Menu Table of Contents Rear Entertainment System Using the Rear Control Panel Use these buttons to select the SOURCE SELECTION BUTTONS MENU BUTTON entertainment source (radio, tape SEEK/SKIP player, CD player/CD changer, or REAR CONTROLS BUTTON DVD player/Auxiliary device). The OFF BUTTON selected source will be shown in the CH/DISK...
Page 169 Main Menu Table of Contents Rear Entertainment System To Play a CD from the Rear To Play a DVD from the Rear MENU/ENT To select the menu − Control Panel Control Panel on the DVD, press the MENU If a CD is loaded in the main CD The video screen is for use by rear button.
Page 170 Main Menu Table of Contents Rear Entertainment System Using the Remote Control You can use the remote control to SOURCE SELECTION BUTTONS select the entertainment source (radio, tape player, CD player, CD changer, or DVD player/Auxiliary device). The selected source will be REW/FWD BUTTONS shown in the display.
Page 171 Main Menu Table of Contents Rear Entertainment System STOP Button Press this button SUBTITLES and AUDIO Buttons ANGLE Button On some DVDs, − − to stop playing a DVD. Many DVDs are recorded with the scenes are recorded by more −...
Page 172 Main Menu Table of Contents Rear Entertainment System Replacing the Remote Control As required by the FCC: This device Storing the Remote Control Batteries complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that...
Page 173 DVD Player Error Messages If you see an error message in the display while operating the DVD player, find the cause in the chart to the right. If you cannot clear the message, take your vehicle to an Acura dealer. Error Message Cause Solution Press the EJECT button and pull out the DVD.
Page 174 Main Menu Table of Contents Rear Entertainment System Wireless Headphones To adjust the headphones, slide the Some state and local government earpieces up or down the headband. agencies prohibit the use of headphones by the driver of a motor For greater battery life, turn off the vehicle.
Page 175 Main Menu Table of Contents Rear Entertainment System Auxiliary Input Jacks VOLUME DIALS ARMREST LEVER AUXILIARY INPUT JACKS WIRED HEADPHONE JACKS Auxiliary input jacks and headphone The system will accept auxiliary There are three headphone jacks connectors for the rear inputs from standard video games for the third seat passengers.
Page 176 Main Menu Table of Contents Security System The security system helps to protect The security system will not set if SECURITY SYSTEM LIGHT your vehicle and valuables from theft. the hood, tailgate, or any door is not The horn sounds and a combination fully closed.
Page 177 Main Menu Table of Contents Cruise Control Cruise control allows you to maintain Using the Cruise Control a set speed above 25 mph (40 km/h) without keeping your foot on the CRUISE CONTROL MASTER SWITCH RESUME/ACCEL accelerator pedal. It should be used for cruising on straight, open highways.
Page 178 Main Menu Table of Contents Cruise Control Changing the Set Speed To slow down in very small Cancelling the Cruise Control You can increase the set cruising amounts, tap the SET/DECEL You can cancel the cruise control in speed in any of these ways: button.
Page 179 Main Menu Table of Contents Trip Computer INSTANTANEOUS OUTSIDE FUEL MILEAGE TEMPERATURE CLOCK COMPASS CLOCK BUTTON TRIP BUTTON RESET BUTTON − /CALIBRATE BUTTON ＋ /ZONE BUTTON DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS RESET, SET BUTTON CONTROL Comfort and Convenience Features...
Page 180 Main Menu Table of Contents Trip Computer All models of MDX have a trip The Range, or estimated distance Changing and Resetting the computer. To operate the trip you can travel on the fuel Display computer on models with the remaining in the tank estimated Press the TRIP button to show either navigation system, refer to the...
Page 181 Main Menu Table of Contents Trip Computer Setting the Clock To change the hours to a lower You can quickly set the time to the number, press and hold the nearest hour. Press the CLOCK MODE button. To change the button, then press the RESET button.
Page 182 Main Menu Table of Contents Trip Computer Compass Operation Compass operation can be affected by driving near power lines or stations, across bridges, through tunnels, over railroad crossings, past large vehicles, or driving near large objects that can cause a magnetic disturbance.
Page 183 Main Menu Table of Contents Trip Computer If the zone is incorrect, press and Compass Zone Selection In most areas, there is a variation hold the MODE button to get the between magnetic north and true number to count down, or the A/C north.
Page 184 Main Menu Table of Contents Trip Computer Comfort and Convenience Features...
Page 185 Main Menu Table of Contents Trip Computer, Rear View Camera and Monitor BRIGHTNESS control Rear View Camera and Monitor When in reverse, the touch screen, The Brightness control has seven If equipped and Navi ‘‘hard’’ buttons are locked positions. In the middle five positions out, except the A/C-INFO button.
Page 186 Main Menu Table of Contents HomeLink Universal Transceiver The HomeLink Universal the motor to stop and reverse if an Training HomeLink Transceiver built into your vehicle obstacle is detected during closing, If you just Before you begin − can be programmed to operate up to increasing the risk of injury.
Page 187 Main Menu Table of Contents HomeLink Universal Transceiver Press and hold the remote control Plug in the garage door opener button and one of the HomeLink motor, then test the HomeLink buttons at the same time. transceiver button by pushing it. If the button does not work, repeat The remote control the procedure to train it again.
Page 188 Main Menu Table of Contents HomeLink Universal Transceiver Training With a Rolling Code Press and hold the button on TRAINING BUTTON System HomeLink for 3 4 seconds. − For security purposes, newer garage door opening systems use a ‘‘rolling’’ Press and hold the HomeLink or variable code.
Page 189 Main Menu Table of Contents HomeLink Universal Transceiver Erasing Codes Customer Assistance As required by the FCC: To erase the codes stored in all three If you have problems with training This device complies with Part 15 of the buttons, press and hold the two the HomeLink Universal Transceiver, FCC rules.
Page 190 Break-in Period Gasoline Type If this happens, contact your Help assure your vehicle’s future Your Acura is designed to operate on authorized Acura dealer for service. reliability and performance by paying premium unleaded gasoline with a For further important fuel-related extra attention to how you drive pump octane number of 91 or higher.
Page 191 Main Menu Table of Contents Service Station Procedure Fueling Remove the fuel fill cap slowly. You may hear a hissing sound as pressure inside the tank escapes. Gasoline is highly flammable Place the cap in the holder on the and explosive. You can be fuel fill door.
Page 192 Main Menu Table of Contents Service Station Procedure Screw the fuel fill cap back on Opening the Hood until it clicks at least three times. If you do not properly tighten the HOOD RELEASE HANDLE cap, the Malfunction Indicator Lamp may come on (see page Push the fuel fill door closed until it latches.
Page 193 Main Menu Table of Contents Service Station Procedure Lift the hood up most of the way. Oil Check The hydraulic supports will lift it up the rest of the way and hold it To Close the Hood Lower the hood to about a foot (30 cm) above the fender, then press down firmly with your hands.
Page 194 Refer to Owner’s Maintenance Always drive in the highest gear Checks on page for information possible. about checking other items on your Acura. Before Driving...
Page 195 Be sure electronic accessories do Accessories or killed. Your dealer has Genuine Acura not overload electrical circuits accessories that allow you to Follow all instructions in this (see page ) or interfere with personalize your vehicle.
Page 196 If you plan to modify your vehicle, or other raised objects, which consult your Acura dealer. Do not attach hard objects on or could cause the airbags to deploy. If a side airbag near a front door.
Page 197 Main Menu Table of Contents Carrying Cargo Your vehicle has several convenient storage areas: GLOVE BOX DOOR POCKETS REAR COMPARTMENT Glove box Front door and seat-back pockets Rear cargo area, including the second and third row seats when folded flat Console compartment Rear compartment Roof-rack (if equipped)
Page 198 Main Menu Table of Contents Carrying Cargo The maximum load for your vehicle Subtract the combined weight of is 1,158 lbs (525 kg). This figure the driver and passengers from includes the total weight of all 1,158 lbs (525 kg). Overloading or improper occupants, cargo, accessories, and loading can affect handling and...
Page 199 Main Menu Table of Contents Carrying Cargo Carrying Items in the Passenger Carrying Cargo in the Cargo Area Optional Separation Net Compartment or on a Roof Rack The separation net can be used to Store or secure all items that could Distribute cargo evenly on the hold back soft, lightweight items be thrown around and hurt...
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Page 201 Main Menu Table of Contents Driving Guidelines, Preparing to Drive Driving Guidelines Do not modify your vehicle in any Check that any items you may be Your vehicle has higher ground way that would raise the center of carrying are stored properly or clearance that allows you to travel gravity.
Page 202 Main Menu Table of Contents Starting the Engine Apply the parking brake. If the engine fails to start, press the accelerator pedal all the way In cold weather, turn off all down and hold it there while electrical accessories to reduce starting to clear flooding.
Page 203 R to N system. Avoid rapid acceleration and N to D have the transmission checked by an D to D Acura dealer as soon as possible. D to D D to 2 Shifting 2 to 1 To shift from any position, press 1 to 2 Move the lever.
Page 204 Main Menu Table of Contents Automatic Transmission Park (P) This position mechani- Reverse (R) Press the brake Neutral (N) Use Neutral if you − − − cally locks the transmission. Use pedal to shift from Park to Reverse. need to restart a stalled engine, or if Park whenever you are turning off or To shift from Reverse to Neutral, it is necessary to stop briefly with...
Page 205 Main Menu Table of Contents Automatic Transmission Drive (D , D ) These positions Second (2) This position locks First (1) With the lever in this − − − are similar to D , except when you the transmission in second gear. It position, the transmission locks in select the D position, only the first does not downshift to first gear...
Page 206 Push down on the key and move the shift lever out of Park to If you need to use the Shift Lock Neutral. Release, it means your vehicle is developing a problem. Have it checked by an Acura dealer. Driving...
Page 207 Main Menu Table of Contents VTM-4 System To Engage the VTM-4 Lock To Disengage the VTM-4 Lock, The vehicle must be stopped with one of the following: the engine running. Press the VTM-4 Lock button. Move the shift lever to First (1), Move the shift lever to D , D or Second (2), or Reverse (R) gear.
Page 208 Main Menu Table of Contents Tires Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Although your tire pressure is Your Acura is equipped with a Tire Low Tire Pressure Pressure Monitoring System Indicator monitored, you must manually check (TPMS) that turns on every time you When the low tire pressure indicator the tire pressures monthly.
Page 209 Pressure Indicator’’. off and no longer monitor tire technician. pressures. Have the system checked by an Acura dealer as soon as After you replace the flat tire, the possible. Low Tire Pressure indicator will stay on. This is normal; the system is not monitoring the spare tire pressure.
Page 210 Main Menu Table of Contents Parking Always use the parking brake when Parking Tips If the vehicle is facing uphill, turn you park your vehicle. Make sure Make sure the moonroof and the the front wheels away from the the parking brake is set firmly or windows are closed.
Page 211 Main Menu Table of Contents Braking System Your vehicle is equipped with disc Check the brakes after driving etc.). If one circuit should develop a brakes at all four wheels. A power through deep water. Apply the problem, you will still have braking assist helps reduce the effort needed brakes moderately to see if they feel at two wheels.
Page 212 Main Menu Table of Contents Anti-lock Brakes (ABS) The Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) Activating the Anti-lock Brakes ABS Indicator helps prevent the brakes from You will feel a pulsation in the brake locking up and helps you retain pedal when the ABS activates, and If the ABS indicator comes on, the steering control by pumping the may hear some noise.
Page 213 Acura dealer as lane change. Always drive at a safe soon as possible. Avoid sudden hard speed for the road and weather braking which could cause the rear conditions.
Page 214 VSA system inspected by an Acura dealer. When VSA activates, you may notice that the engine does not respond to the accelerator in the same way it does at other times.
Page 215 ON (II), there may be a problem off the last time you drove the with the VSA system. Have an Acura vehicle. dealer inspect your vehicle as soon as possible.
Page 216 Main Menu Table of Contents Towing Weight Limits To safely tow a trailer, you should Estimating Loads The GCWR must be reduced 2 observe the load limits, use the To help ensure a safe drive to a scale, percent for every 1,000 feet (305 proper equipment, and follow the or if you cannot get to a public scale, meters) of elevation.
Page 217 Main Menu Table of Contents Towing Weight Limits Too much tongue load reduces front- Fig.1 tire traction and steering control. Too little tongue load can make the If the difference is: trailer unstable and cause it to sway. 1 ½’’ = 150 lbs (68 kg) 2 ¼’’...
Page 218 Main Menu Table of Contents Towing Weight Limits Total Trailer Weight and Tongue Load Limits: BOAT TRAILERS Number of Equipped with transmission cooler and power steering fluid cooler. ＊ Occupants Max. Trailer Weight Max. Tongue Load 4500 lbs (2045 kg) 450 lbs (205 kg) 4500 lbs (2045 kg) 410 lbs (185 kg)
Page 219 Safety Chains Trailer Brakes Accessories Always use safety chains when you Acura requires that any trailer with a Towing generally requires a variety tow a trailer. Make sure the chains total trailer weight of 1,000 lbs (455 of supplemental equipment. To are secured to the trailer and hitch, kg) or more have its own brakes.
Page 220 Main Menu Table of Contents Towing a Trailer If you use a non-Acura trailer Driving Safely With a Trailer Trailer Lights lighting harness and converter, you For your safety and the safety of BRAKE can get the mating connector and...
Page 221 Main Menu Table of Contents Towing a Trailer When driving with a fix-sided (e.g. Backing Up Driving on Hills camper, utility) trailer, do not Always drive slowly and have When climbing hills, closely watch exceed 55 mph (88 km/h). At someone guide you when backing up.
Page 222 Main Menu Table of Contents Towing Your Vehicle Behind a Motorhome Your MDX can be towed behind a Press on the brake pedal. Shift the Extended Towing motorhome at legal highway speeds lever through all the positions (P, If you tow more than 8 hours in one up to 65 mph (100 km/h).
Page 223 Main Menu Table of Contents Off-Highway Driving Guidelines Your vehicle has been designed Important Safety Precautions primarily for use on pavement. But To avoid loss of control or rollover, its higher ground clearance and four- be sure to follow all precautions and Improperly operating this wheel drive VTM-4 system allow you recommendations.
Page 224 Main Menu Table of Contents Off-Highway Driving Guidelines Check Out Your Vehicle Accelerating and Braking vehicle to tip or roll over. Before you leave the pavement, be For better traction on all surfaces, sure to do all scheduled maintenance accelerate slowly and gradually build Driving on Slopes and service and that you inspect your up speed.
Page 225 Main Menu Table of Contents Off-Highway Driving Guidelines The banks are sloped so you can If the water is deeper than the wheel needs good traction to avoid drive out. hubs, some additional service may becoming stuck, too. The water is not flowing too fast. be required.
Page 226 All service items not detailed in this Wear eye protection and before touching any parts. section should be performed by an protective clothing when working Acura technician or other qualified with the battery or compressed air. Injury from moving parts. mechanic. not run the engine unless instructed to do so.
Page 227 Main Menu Table of Contents Maintenance Schedule The maintenance schedule assumes Used primarily as a delivery If you only OCCASIONALLY NOTE: you will use your vehicle as normal vehicle or taxi that is driven drive under a ‘‘severe’’ condition, you transportation for passengers and mostly in stop-and-go traffic and/ should follow the Maintenance...
Page 228 Tires Check the tire pressure − We recommend the use of Acura period to ensure long-term reliability. monthly. Examine the tread for parts and fluids whenever you have wear and foreign objects. See page maintenance done.
Page 229 Main Menu Table of Contents Service the items listed at the indicated distance (or time, if given). miles x 1,000 km x 1,000 Check engine oil and coolant Check oil and coolant at each fuel stop Check tires Check inflation and condition once a month Replace engine oil Every 7,500 miles (12,000 km) or every 1 year, whichever comes first Rotate tires (follow pattern on page...
Page 230 Main Menu Table of Contents Service the items listed at the indicated distance (or time, if given). miles x 1,000 km x 1,000 Check engine oil and coolant Check oil and coolant at each fuel stop Check tires Check inflation and condition once a month Replace engine oil and oil filter Every 3,750 miles (6,000 km) or every 6 months, whichever comes first Rotate tires (follow pattern on page...
Page 231 Main Menu Table of Contents Maintenance Record (for Normal and Severe Schedules) You or the servicing dealer can record all completed maintenance here, whether you follow the schedule for normal conditions (page ) or severe conditions (page ). Keep the receipts for all work done on your vehicle. 3,750 mi Signature or dealer stamp mi/km...
Page 232 Main Menu Table of Contents Maintenance Record (for Normal and Severe Schedules) 63,750 mi Signature or dealer stamp mi/km 93,750 mi Signature or dealer stamp mi/km 102,000 km 150,000 km Date Date 67,500 mi mi/km 97,500 mi mi/km 108,000 km 156,000 km Date Date...
Page 233 Main Menu Table of Contents Maintenance Record (for Normal and Severe Schedules) 123,750 mi Signature or dealer stamp mi/km 198,000 km Date 127,500 mi mi/km 204,000 km Date 131,250 mi mi/km 210,000 km Date 135,000 mi mi/km 216,000 km Date 138,750 mi mi/km 222,000 km...
Page 234 Main Menu Table of Contents Fluid Locations ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK BRAKE FLUID (Orange loop) (Gray cap) WASHER FLUID (Blue cap) COOLANT RESERVOIR AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID DIPSTICK (Yellow loop) POWER STEERING FLUID (Red cap) RADIATOR CAP ENGINE OIL FILL CAP Maintenance...
Page 235 Institute’s latest requirements. The oil viscosity or weight is provided on the container’s label. 5W-20 oil is formulated for year- round protection of your Acura to improve cold weather starting and Unscrew and remove the engine oil fuel economy. fill cap on top of the valve cover.
Page 236 Changing the oil and filter requires special tools and access from Engine Oil Additives underneath the vehicle. The vehicle Your Acura does not require any oil should be raised on a service station- WASHER DRAIN BOLT additives. Additives may adversely type hydraulic lift for this service.
Page 237 Remove the oil filter, and let the Let the engine run for several remaining oil drain. A special minutes, then check the drain bolt wrench (available from your Acura and oil filter for leaks. dealer) is required. Turn off the engine and let it sit...
Page 238 Main Menu Table of Contents Engine Coolant Adding Engine Coolant Always use Honda All Season If the reserve tank is completely Antifreeze/Coolant Type 2. This empty, you should also check the coolant is pre-mixed with 50 percent coolant level in the radiator. antifreeze and 50 percent water.
Page 239 Main Menu Table of Contents Engine Coolant, Windshield Washers The coolant level should be up to Windshield Washers the base of the filler neck. Add Check the fluid level in the coolant if it is low. windshield washer reservoir at least monthly during normal use.
Page 240 (Automatic Transmission Fluid). If dations in the maintenance schedule. the transmission. it’s not available, you may use a DEXRON III automatic If you are not sure how to add fluid, transmission fluid as a temporary contact your Acura dealer. Maintenance...
Page 241 Main Menu Table of Contents Differential Fluid, Transfer Assembly Fluid Differential Fluid Put a new washer on the filler bolt, Transfer Assembly Fluid then reinstall the filler bolt. Tighten FILLER BOLT FILLER PLUG it securely. Tightening torque: 33 lbf·ft (45 N·m , 4.6 kgf·m) The differential should be drained and refilled with new fluid according to the recommendations in the...
Page 242 Main Menu Table of Contents Transfer Assembly Fluid, Brake Fluid If it is not, slowly add proper fluid Brake Fluid until it starts to run out of the hole. Check the fluid level in the brake Reinstall the filler plug and tighten it fluid reservoir monthly.
Page 243 Main Menu Table of Contents Power Steering Fluid, Timing Belt Power Steering Fluid Always use Honda Power Steering Timing Belt Fluid. You may use another power The timing belt should be replaced UPPER LEVEL steering fluid as an emergency at the intervals shown in the replacement, but have the power maintenance schedule.
Page 244 Adjustment should be done by an objects. If you touch the glass, clean Acura dealer or other qualified it with denatured alcohol and a clean mechanic. cloth. NOTICE: Halogen headlight bulbs get very hot when lit.
Page 245 Main Menu Table of Contents Lights Replacing Front Turn Signal/ Parking and Side Marker Light Bulbs Install the new bulb into the 4. Insert the new bulb into the hole socket. and turn it one-quarter turn clock- wise to lock it in place. Insert the socket back into the Remove the socket from the headlight assembly.
Page 246 Main Menu Table of Contents Lights Install the new bulb into the Replacing Rear Bulbs socket. Push the socket into the light assembly and turn it clockwise until it locks. Test the lights to make sure the new bulb is working. Install the rear light assembly in the body.
Page 247 Main Menu Table of Contents Lights Replacing a High-mount Brake Pull the bulb straight out of its Light Bulb socket. Push the new bulb straight into the socket until it bottoms. Test the lights to make sure the new bulb is working. Put the socket back into the light assembly and turn it clockwise to lock it in place.
Page 248 Table of Contents Seat Belts, Floor Mats, Dust and Pollen Filter Seat Belts Floor Mats If you use a non-Acura floor mat, make sure it fits properly and that it can be used with the floor mat LOOP anchor. Do not put additional floor mats on top of the anchored mat.
Page 249 Main Menu Table of Contents Wiper Blades Check the condition of the wiper WIPER ARMS blades at least every six months. Replace them if you find signs of cracking in the rubber, and areas that are getting hard, or if they leave streaks and unwiped areas when used.
Page 250 Main Menu Table of Contents Wiper Blades Slide the new wiper blade into the BLADE BLADE holder until the tabs lock. Front only: Slide the wiper blade assembly onto the wiper arm. Make sure it locks in place. Lower the wiper arm down against the window.
Page 251 Main Menu Table of Contents Tires To safely operate your vehicle, your Inflation Use a gauge to measure the air tires must be the proper type and Keeping the tires properly inflated pressure at least once a month. Even size, in good condition with adequate provides the best combination of tires that are in good condition may tread, and correctly inflated.
Page 252 Main Menu Table of Contents Tires If you check the pressure when the Inspection Tire Size Cold Tire Pressure tires are hot [driven for several miles Every time you check inflation, you for Normal Driving (kilometers)], you will see readings 4 P235/65R17 103T 32 psi (220 kPa , 2.2 should also examine the tires for...
Page 253 If you purchase damage your vehicle’s aluminum the tire. A tire that is this worn gives directional tires, rotate only front-to- wheels. Use only genuine Acura wheel very little traction on wet roads. You back. weights f or balancing.
Page 254 ABS and VSA to work inconsistently. Wheel and Tire Specifications Wheel: 17 x 6 1/2 JJ Tires: P235/65R17 103T See page for DOT tire quality grading information, and page for tire size explanation. Replacement wheels are available at your Acura dealer. Maintenance...
Page 255 Main Menu Table of Contents Tires Winter Driving Tire Chains NOTICE: Traction devices that are the Tires marked ‘‘M S’’ or ‘‘All Because your vehicle has limited tire ＋ wrong size or improperly installed can Season’’ on the sidewall have an all- clearance, mount only SAE Class ‘‘S’’...
Page 256 The battery gives off explosive hydrogen gas during normal If additional battery maintenance is operation. needed, see your Acura dealer or a Check the condition of the battery qualified technician. A spark or flame can cause the monthly by looking at the test battery to explode with enough indicator window.
Page 257 If you store your vehicle for 12 rag so they do not touch the months or longer, have your Acura Clean the interior. Make sure the windshield. dealer perform the inspections called carpeting, floor mats, etc., are...
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Page 259 Main Menu Table of Contents Compact Spare Tire Use the compact spare tire as a Do not mount snow chains on it INDICATOR LOCATION MARK temporary replacement only. Get compact spare. your regular tire repaired or replaced and put it back on your vehicle as Do not use the compact spare tire soon as you can.
Page 260 Main Menu Table of Contents Changing a Flat Tire If you have a flat tire while driving, JACK stop in a safe place to change it. Drive slowly along the shoulder until you get to an exit or an area to stop that is far away from the traffic lanes.
Page 261 Main Menu Table of Contents Changing a Flat Tire COVER COVER Open the tailgate. Take the tools out of the storage 7. The spare tire is stored compartment. underneath the rear cargo area. The tools and jack are behind a Open the plastic cover on the cover in the cargo area on the Turn the jack’s end bracket...
Page 262 Main Menu Table of Contents Changing a Flat Tire BRACKET SPARE TIRE WRENCH Put the wheel nut wrench on the Keep turning the wheel wrench to Loosen each wheel nut 1/2 turn hoist shaft. Turn the wrench create slack in the cable. with the wheel wrench.
Page 263 Main Menu Table of Contents Changing a Flat Tire EXTENSION WHEEL WRENCH BRAKE HUB JACKING POINT Place the jack under the jacking Use the extension and wheel Before mounting the spare tire, point nearest the tire you need to wrench as shown to raise the wipe any dirt off the mounting change.
Page 264 Main Menu Table of Contents Changing a Flat Tire Put on the spare tire. Put the Place the flat tire face up under wheel nuts back on finger-tight, the hoist. then tighten them in a crisscross pattern with the wheel wrench Insert the hoist bracket into the until the wheel is firmly against center hole of the flat tire.
Page 265 Main Menu Table of Contents Changing a Flat Tire NOTICE: Always raise the spare tire hoist, even if you are not stowing a tire. If the hoist is lef t down, it will be Loose items can fly around the damaged during driving and need to be interior in a crash and could replaced.
Page 266 Main Menu Table of Contents If Your Engine Won’t Start Diagnosing why the engine won’t Check the transmission interlock. If the headlights dim noticeably or start falls into two areas, depending The transmission must be in Park go out when you try to start the on what you hear when you turn the or Neutral or the starter will not engine, either the battery is dis-...
Page 267 A/C, climate Towing on page control, audio system, lights, etc. You cannot start your Acura by Put the transmission in Neutral or pushing or pulling it. Park, and set the parking brake. Connect one jumper cable to the positive ( ) terminal on your ＋...
Page 268 Main Menu Table of Contents Jump Starting Start your vehicle. If the starter motor still operates slowly, check that the jumper cables make sure they have good metal-to-metal contact. Once your vehicle is running, disconnect the negative cable from your vehicle, then from the booster battery.
Page 269 Main Menu Table of Contents If Your Engine Overheats If Your Engine Overheats Safely pull to the side of the road. The pointer of your vehicle’s Put the transmission in Neutral or temperature gauge should stay in Park, and set the parking brake. Steam and spray from an the midrange.
Page 270 Main Menu Table of Contents If Your Engine Overheats If the temperature gauge stays at Start the engine and set the the red mark, turn off the engine. temperature control dial to maximum (climate control to Removing the radiator cap Look for any obvious coolant leaks, FULL AUTO at 90°F/32°C).
Page 271 Turn of f the engine as soon as you can dipstick (see page Go to an Acura dealer or a service saf ely get the vehicle stopped. station where you can get technical Start the engine and watch the oil assistance.
Page 272 Main Menu Table of Contents Malfunction Indicator Lamp Malfunction Indicator Lamp If the indicator remains on past If your vehicle battery has been If this indicator comes on three days of normal driving, or disconnected or gone dead, these while driving, it means one comes on repeatedly, even codes are erased.
Page 273 Main Menu Table of Contents Brake System Indicator, Emergency Towing Brake System Indicator However, if the brake pedal does not Emergency Towing The brake system indicator feel normal, you should take If your vehicle needs to be towed, U.S. normally comes on when immediate action.
Page 274 Main Menu Table of Contents Fuses DRIVER’S SIDE PASSENGER’S SIDE INTERIOR UNDER-HOOD (PRIMARY) INTERIOR The vehicle’s fuses are located in To open the passenger’s side, pull five fuse boxes. the right edge of the cover. UNDER-HOOD (SECONDARY) The interior fuse boxes are located The primary under-hood fuse box is under the dashboard on the driver’s located on the passenger’s side.
Page 275 Main Menu Table of Contents Fuses Checking and Replacing Fuses If something electrical in your vehicle stops working, the first thing you should check for is a blown fuse. Determine from the chart on pages , or the diagram on the fuse box lid, which fuse or fuses control that device.
Page 276 Main Menu Table of Contents Fuses If you cannot drive the vehicle NOTICE: Replacing a f use with one BLOWN without fixing the problem, and you that has a higher rating greatly do not have a spare fuse, take a fuse increases the chances of damaging the of the same rating or a lower rating electrical system.
Page 277 Main Menu Table of Contents Fuse Locations PRIMARY UNDER-HOOD FUSE BOX No. Amps. Circuits Protected No. Amps. Circuits Protected 20 A Spare Fuse 40 A Power Seat 30 A Spare Fuse 40 A Heater Motor 20 A Right Headlight 30 A Cooling Fan 15 A ACG S...
Page 278 Main Menu Table of Contents Fuse Locations INTERIOR FUSE BOX No. Amps. Circuits Protected No. Amps. Circuits Protected Driver’s Side Passenger’s Side 15 A Fuel Pump 30 A Sunroof 10 A 20 A Driver’s Power Seat Reclining Front Front 7.5 A Heater Control, A/C Clutch 20 A Passenger’s Power Seat Sliding...
Page 279 Main Menu Table of Contents Fuse Locations Trailer Fuses If those fuses are OK, but the trailer If equipped lights still do not work, check the two 7.5A fuses in the trailer wiring. To If the trailer lights are not working access these fuses: after you replace the light bulb, check these fuses:::...
Page 280 VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) is the 17-digit number your Acura dealer uses to register your vehicle for warranty purposes. It is also necessary for licensing and insuring your vehicle. The easiest place to find the VIN is on a plate fastened to the top of the dashboard.
Page 281 Main Menu Table of Contents Identification Numbers The Engine Number is stamped into the engine block. It is on the front. ENGINE NUMBER The Transmission Number is on a label on top of the transmission. AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION NUMBER Technical Information...
Page 282 Main Menu Table of Contents Specifications Dimensions Capacities 188.7 in (4,793 mm) Length Fuel tank Approx. Width 77.0 in (1,955 mm) 19.21 US gal (72.7 ) ＊ Height Standard 68.7 in (1,744 mm) Engine Change 1.88 US gal (7.1 ) Premium 71.3 in (1,811 mm) coolant...
Page 283 Main Menu Table of Contents Specifications Lights Fuses Headlights 12 V − 60 W (HB3) Interior See page or the fuse label High Driver’s side 12 V − 55 W (HII) attached to the dashboard. Front side marker lights 12 V −...
Page 284 Main Menu Table of Contents DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles) The tires on your vehicle meet all Treadwear Traction AA, A, B, C − U.S. Federal Safety Requirements. The treadwear grade is a compara- The traction grades, from highest to All tires are also graded for tive rating based on the wear rate of lowest, are AA, A, B, and C.
Page 285 Main Menu Table of Contents DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles) Temperature A, B, C Warning: The temperature grade for − The temperature grades are A (the this tire is established for a tire that highest), B, and C, representing the is properly inflated and not over- tire’s resistance to the generation of loaded.
Page 286 Main Menu Table of Contents Tire Labeling The tires that came on your vehicle Rim diameter in inches. 2202 Date of manufacture. − − have a number of markings. Those you should be aware of are described Load index (a numerical code −...
Page 287 ‘‘smog.’’ canister while the engine is off. After ＊ Carbon monoxide does not contri- In Canada, Acura vehicles comply the engine is started and warmed up, bute to smog creation, but it is a with the Canadian emission the vapor is drawn into the engine poisonous gas.
Page 288 System engine’s combustion and minimize The Exhaust Gas Recirculation Acura replacement parts or their the amount of HC, CO, and NOx that (EGR) system takes some of the equivalent for repairs. Using lower comes out the tailpipe.
Page 289 The catalytic converter is referred to as a three-way catalyst, since it acts on HC, CO, and NOx. A replacement unit must be an original Acura part or its equivalent. The three way catalytic converter THREE WAY CATALYTIC CONVERTER...
Page 290 Main Menu Table of Contents State Emissions Testing Testing of Readiness Codes If the testing facility determines that Without touching the accelerator If you take your vehicle for a state the readiness codes are not set, you pedal, start the engine, and let it emissions test shortly after the will be requested to return at a later idle for 20 seconds.
Page 291 Select a nearby lightly traveled readiness codes are still not set, see major highway where you can your Acura dealer. maintain a speed of 50 to 60 mph (80 to 97 km/h) for at least 20 minutes. Drive on the highway in D.
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Page 293 Main Menu Table of Contents Customer Service Information Acura dealership personnel are In Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin When you call or write, please give trained professionals. They should Islands: us this information: be able to answer all your questions.
Page 294 Warranty Coverages U.S. Owners a seat Seat Belt Limited Warranty − Replacement Battery Limited Your new Acura is covered by these belt that fails to function properly is provides prorated Warranty − warranties: covered for the useful life of the coverage for a replacement battery vehicle.
Page 295 Transportation, Washington, to notifying Acura Automobile involved in individual problems D.C. 20590. You can also obtain Division, American Honda Motor Co., between you, your dealer, or Acura other information about motor Inc. Automobile Division, American vehicle safety from the Hotline.
Page 296 Ｃ Navigation Manual Ｕ 31S3V910 2004 Acura MDX Maintenance Journal $12.00 ＊ 31S3VQ10 2004 Acura MDX Quick Start Guide $12.00 Prices are subject to change without TOTAL MATERIAL ACU-R Order Form for Previous Years- FREE notice and without incurring obligation.
Page 297 Main Menu Table of Contents Authorized Manuals Service Manual: NOTE: Dealers and Companies please provide dealer or company name, and also the name of the person to whose attention the shipment should This manual covers maintenance and recommended be sent. For purchases outside U.S.A. please write to the address shown procedures for repair to engine and chassis components.

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