Driving; Before Driving - Acura MDX SPORT HYBRID 2018 Owner's Manual

NAVIGATION
Taking a Detour
You can calculate a detour route manually if you encounter a road closure or
other obstacle. Use the interface dial to make and enter selections.
1. When en route, press the ENTER/MENU button.
2. Select Detour. The system attempts to calculate
a new route by avoiding the next 5 miles (8 km)
while on a freeway or 1 mile (1 km) while on a
surface street.
Traffic Rerouting /AcuraLink Real-Time Traffic™*
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When driving to your destination, the system automatically searches for a faster
route based on traffic flow information and traffic incidents. Use the interface
dial to make and enter selections.
To turn on Traffic Rerouting
1. Press the SETTINGS button.
2. Select Navigation Settings, then Routing.
3. Select Traffic Rerouting. Make a selection.
**Canadian models
This feature requires an AcuraLink Real-Time Traffic
Real-Time Traffic is a subscription service. For more information, contact an Acura
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dealer or www.acura.ca/owners/acuralink.
Canceling Your Route
You can cancel your route at any time.
1. When en route, press the ENTER/MENU button.
2. Select Cancel Route. The route is cleared and the
map screen returns.
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*Requires AcuraLink subscription

DRIVING

Learn about preparation for driving, as well as other features.

Before Driving

Check the following items before you begin driving.
Exterior Checks
• Make sure there are no obstructions on the windows, door mirrors, exterior
lights, or other parts of the vehicle.
• Remove any frost, snow, or ice.
• Make sure the hood is securely closed.
• Heat from the engine and exhaust can ignite flammable materials left under
the hood, causing a fire. If you've parked your vehicle for an extended period,
inspect and remove any debris that may have collected, such as dried grass
and leaves that have fallen or have been carried in for use as a nest by a small
animal. Also check under the hood for leftover flammable materials after you
or someone else has performed maintenance on your vehicle.
• Make sure the tires are in good condition.
• Make sure there are no people or objects behind or around the vehicle.
NOTICE
If the doors are frozen shut, use warm water around the door edges to melt any
ice. Do not try to force them open, as this can damage the rubber trim around the
doors. When done, wipe dry to avoid further freezing.
Interior Checks
• Store or secure all items on board properly.
• Do not pile items higher than the seat height.
• Do not place anything in the front seat footwells. Make sure to secure the floor
mats.
• If you have any animals on board, do not let them move freely in the vehicle.
• Securely close and lock all doors and the tailgate.
• Adjust your seating position, mirrors, and steering wheel properly.
• Make sure items placed on the floor behind the front seats cannot roll under
the seats.
• Everyone in the vehicle must fasten their seat belt.
• Make sure that the indicators in the instrument panel come on when you start
the vehicle, and go off soon after.
DRIVING
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