Integrated Dynamics System - Acura MDX Sport Hybrid 2019 Owner's Manual

DRIVING
n Foot Brake
Press the brake pedal to slow down or
stop your vehicle from moving.
Your vehicle is equipped with disc
brakes at all four wheels. The brake
assist system increases the stopping
force when you depress the brake
pedal hard in an emergency situation.
The anti-lock brake system (ABS) helps
you retain steering control when
braking very hard.
Electric Parking Brake
n
Use the parking brake to keep the vehicle stationary when parked. When
the parking brake is applied, you can manually or automatically release it.
To apply: The electric parking brake can be applied any time the vehicle
has battery power, no matter which position the power mode is in.
• Press the electric parking brake
switch gently and securely.
• The indicator in the switch comes
on.
To release: The power mode must be
in ON in order to release the electric
parking brake.
• Depress the brake pedal.
• Pull the electric parking brake switch
up gently and securely.
• The indicator in the switch goes off.
• The Parking Brake and Brake System
indicator (red) goes off.
Brake Assist System
n
During hard or emergency braking, the system increases braking force. The
brake pedal may move slightly or make a noise; this is normal. Continue to
hold the brake pedal firmly down.
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n Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)
During hard or emergency braking, the system rapidly pumps the brakes to
prevent wheel lockup and help you maintain steering control. Do not
pump the brake pedal, rather continue to hold it firmly down.
The electronic brake distribution (EBD) system, which is part of the ABS,
also balances the front-to-rear braking distribution according to vehicle
loading.
When ABS activates, you may notice vibrations through the brake pedal or
the vehicle body, the brake pedal depressing further than usual, or hear a
motor noise from the engine compartment. These are all normal.
The ABS may not function correctly if you use an incorrect tire type and
size.

Integrated Dynamics System

Modifies the dynamic character of the vehicle. There are four modes to select
from: Comfort, Normal, Sport, and Sport+. Press the Dynamic Mode button to
select a mode. The mode you have selected appears on the MID. You can
customize the mode default setting using the MID.
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