Page 1 Main Menu Introduction Congratulations! Your selection of a 2009 Acura MDX was a wise investment. As you read this manual, you will find It will give you years of driving pleasure. information that is preceded by a symbol. This information is...
Page 2 Main Menu Introduction California Proposition 65 Warning WARNING: This product contains or emits chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Event Data Recorders This vehicle is equipped with one or more devices commonly referred to as event data recorders. These devices record front seat belt use, front passenger seat occupancy, airbag deployment data, and the failure of any airbag system component.
Page 3 Main Menu A Few Words About Safety Your safety, and the safety of others, You will find this important safety information in a variety of forms, including: is very important. And operating this Safety Labels － on the vehicle. ● vehicle safely is an important Safety Messages －...
Page 4 Main Menu Important Handling Information Your MDX has higher ground clearance than a passenger vehicle designed for use only on pavement. Higher ground clearance has many advantages for off-highway driving. It allows you to travel over bumps, obstacles, and rough terrain.
Page 5 2009 MDX Online Reference Owner's Manual Contents Owner's Identification Form Introduction ................................A Few Words About Safety ..........................Important Handling Information ........................Your Vehicle at a Glance (main controls) ....................Driver and Passenger Safety (seat belts, SRS, and child protection) ............ Instruments and Controls (indicators, gauges, multi-information display, dashboard, and steering column) ..
Page 6 Main Menu Overview of Contents Contents Before Driving Technical Information A convenient reference to the What gasoline to use, how to break- ID numbers, dimensions, capacities, sections in this manual. in your new vehicle, and how to load and technical information. luggage and other cargo.
Page 7 Main Menu Your Vehicle at a Glance DRIVER'S FRONT INSTRUMENT PANEL HomeLink ® BUTTONS MOONROOF SWITCH MIRROR CONTROL ꭧ AIRBAG (P. 9, 27) INDICATORS (P. 63) (P. 276) (P. 152) AUTO BUTTON GAUGES (P. 72) (P. 154) DRIVING POSITION MEMORY SYSTEM PASSENGER'S (P.
Page 8 Main Menu Your Vehicle at a Glance HEADLIGHT WASHER HEADLIGHT/TURN SIGNAL/ STEERING WHEEL WINDSHIELD INSTRUMENT PANEL ꭧ2 SWITCH FRONT FOG LIGHTS AUDIO CONTROLS WIPERS/WASHERS BRIGHTNESS (P. 117) (P. 118) (P. 233) (P. 116) (P. 123) PASSENGER AIRBAG VEHICLE STABILITY OFF INDICATOR ASSIST SYSTEM (P.
Page 9: Table Of Contents
Main Menu Driver and Passenger Safety ....... This section gives you important Lap/Shoulder Belt If You Must Drive with Several ......... information about how to protect Automatic Seat Belt Children ......yourself and your passengers. It shows Tensioners If a Child Requires Close ....
Page 10: Important Safety Precautions
Main Menu Table Of Contents Important Safety Precautions You'll find many safety Restrain All Children Don't Drink and Drive recommendations throughout this Children age 12 and under should Alcohol and driving don't mix. Even section, and throughout this manual. ride properly restrained in a back one drink can reduce your ability to The recommendations on this page seat, not the front seat.
Page 11: Your Vehicle's Safety Features
Main Menu Table Of Contents Your Vehicle's Safety Features Your vehicle is equipped with many features that work together to protect you and your passengers during a crash. Some features do not require any action on your part. These include a strong steel framework that forms a safety cage around the passenger compartment, front and rear crush...
Page 12: Seat Belts
Main Menu Table Of Contents Your Vehicle's Safety Features Help keep you from being thrown Seat Belts ● Your vehicle is equipped with seat against the inside of the vehicle Not wearing a seat belt properly belts in all seating positions. and against other occupants.
Page 13: Airbags
Main Menu Table Of Contents Your Vehicle's Safety Features Airbags Your vehicle also has side airbags to In addition, your vehicle has side help protect the upper torso of the curtain airbags to help protect the Your vehicle has a supplemental driver or a front seat passenger heads of the driver, front passenger, restraint system (SRS) with front...
Page 14 Main Menu Table Of Contents Your Vehicle's Safety Features The most important things you need Always wear The rest of this section gives more What you should do: to know about your airbags are: your seat belt properly, and sit detailed information about how you upright and as far back from the can maximize your safety.
Page 15: Protecting Adults And Teens
Main Menu Table Of Contents Protecting Adults and Teens Your vehicle has a door and tailgate Introduction The following pages provide open indicator on the multi- instructions on how to properly information display to indicate when protect the driver, adult passengers, a specific door or the tailgate is not and teenage children who are large tightly closed.
Page 16: Adjust The Front Seats
Main Menu Table Of Contents Protecting Adults and Teens Locking the doors reduces the 2. Adjust the Front Seats chance of someone being thrown out of the vehicle during a crash, and it helps prevent passengers from accidentally opening a door and falling out.
Page 17: Adjust The Seat-Backs
Main Menu Table Of Contents Protecting Adults and Teens If you sit too close to the steering 3. Adjust the Seat-Backs wheel or dashboard, you can be Sitting too close to a front seriously injured by an inflating front airbag can result in serious airbag, or by striking the steering injury or death if the front wheel or dashboard.
Page 18: Adjust The Head Restraints
Main Menu Table Of Contents Protecting Adults and Teens 4. Adjust the Head Restraints Reclining the seat-back too far Improperly positioning head can result in serious injury or restraints reduces their death in a crash. effectiveness and you can be seriously injured in a crash.
Page 19: Fasten And Position The Seat Belts
Main Menu Table Of Contents Protecting Adults and Teens If necessary, pull up on the belt again 5. Fasten and Position the Seat Belts to remove any slack, then check that Insert the latch plate into the buckle, the belt rests across the center of then tug on the belt to make sure the your chest and over your shoulder.
Page 20 Main Menu Table Of Contents Protecting Adults and Teens If the seat belt touches or crosses The front seats have adjustable seat Never place the shoulder portion of a your neck, or if it crosses your arm belt anchors. To adjust the height of lap/shoulder belt under your arm or This could cause behind your back.
Page 21: Maintain A Proper Sitting Position
Main Menu Table Of Contents Protecting Adults and Teens In addition, an occupant who is out of 6. Maintain a Proper Sitting Position position in the front seat can be Sitting improperly or out of After all occupants have adjusted seriously or fatally injured in a crash position can result in serious their seats and head restraints, and...
Page 22: Advice For Pregnant Women
Main Menu Table Of Contents Protecting Adults and Teens When driving, remember to sit This will reduce the risk of injuries to Advice for Pregnant Women upright and adjust the seat as far both you and your unborn child that back as possible while allowing full can be caused by a crash or an control of the vehicle.
Page 23: Additional Safety Precautions
Main Menu Table Of Contents Protecting Adults and Teens Additional Safety Precautions Two people should never use the Keep your hands and arms away ● ● If they do, they If your same seat belt. from the airbag covers. Never let passengers ride in the ●...
Page 24: Additional Information About Your Seat Belts
Main Menu Table Of Contents Additional Information About Your Seat Belts The seat belt system If either the driver or a front Seat Belt System Components includes an indicator on the Your seat belt system includes lap/ passenger does not fasten their seat instrument panel and a beeper to shoulder belts in all seating belt while driving, the beeper will...
Page 25: Lap/Shoulder Belt
Main Menu Table Of Contents Additional Information About Your Seat Belts If the indicator comes on or the Lap/Shoulder Belt All seat belts have an emergency beeper sounds when the driver's seat The lap/shoulder belt goes over your locking retractor. In normal driving, belt is latched and there is no front shoulder, across your chest, and the retractor lets you move freely in...
Page 26: Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners
Main Menu Table Of Contents Additional Information About Your Seat Belts The tensioners are designed to Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners activate in any collision severe enough to cause the front airbags to deploy, or if a sensor detects your vehicle is about to roll over (see page 32).
Page 27: Seat Belt Maintenance
Acura provides a limited warranty on seat belts. See your Acura Warranty booklet for details. Information 2009 MDX...
Page 28: Additional Information About Your Airbags
Main Menu Table Of Contents Additional Information About Your Airbags Airbag System Components (11) (1) Driver's Front Airbag (2) Passenger's Front Airbag (3) Control Unit (4) Front Seat Belt Tensioners (5) Side Airbags (6) Driver's Seat Position Sensor (7) Front Passenger's Weight Sensors (8) Passenger Airbag Off Indicator (9) Occupant Position Detection System (OPDS) Sensors (10) Front Passenger's Weight Sensors/OPDS Sensors Control Unit...
Page 29 Main Menu Table Of Contents Additional Information About Your Airbags Your Airbag System (SRS) includes: (16) (13) Two SRS (Supplemental Restraint ● (17) System) front airbags. The driver's airbag is stored in the center of the (12) steering wheel; the front passenger's airbag is stored in the dashboard.
Page 30 Main Menu Table Of Contents Additional Information About Your Airbags Automatic front seat belt Weight sensors that monitor the An indicator on the instrument ● ● ● tensioners (see page 22). weight on the front passenger's panel that alerts you to a possible seat.
Page 31: How Your Front Airbags Work
Main Menu Table Of Contents Additional Information About Your Airbags During a frontal crash, your seat belt How Your Front Airbags Work restrains your lower body and torso, and the front airbag helps protect your head and chest. Although both airbags normally inflate within a split second of each other, it is possible for only one airbag to deploy.
Page 32 Main Menu Table Of Contents Additional Information About Your Airbags The total time for inflation and Dual-Stage Airbags Dual-Threshold Airbags Your front airbags are dual-stage Your front airbags are also dual- deflation is one-tenth of a second, so airbags. This means they have two threshold airbags.
Page 33 If the seat is under the seat. Although Acura does under the front seats. too far forward, the airbag will inflate not encourage carrying an infant or...
Page 34: How Your Side Airbags Work
Main Menu Table Of Contents Additional Information About Your Airbags Be aware that objects placed on the Moving the front seat forcibly back How Your Side Airbags Work ● passenger's seat can also cause the against cargo on the seat or floor airbag to be turned off.
Page 35 Although Acura does not encourage To get the best protection from the children to ride in front, if the side airbags, front seat occupants...
Page 36: How Your Side Curtain Airbags Work
Main Menu Table Of Contents Additional Information About Your Airbags If the impact is on the passenger's In a Rollover How Your Side Curtain Airbags If the rollover sensor detects your side, the passenger's side curtain Work vehicle is about to roll over, it signals airbag will inflate even if there are no the control unit, which immediately occupants on that side of the vehicle.
Page 37: How The Srs Indicator Works
Main Menu Table Of Contents Additional Information About Your Airbags If you see any of these indications, How the Side Airbag Off Indicator How the SRS Indicator Works The SRS indicator alerts the airbags and seat belt tensioners Works may not work properly when you you to a potential problem U.S.
Page 38: How The Passenger Airbag Off Indicator Works
Main Menu Table Of Contents Additional Information About Your Airbags Be aware that objects placed on the If the indicator comes on with no How the Passenger Airbag Off front seat can cause the indicator to front seat passenger and no objects Indicator Works come on.
Page 39: Airbag Service
Main Menu Table Of Contents Additional Information About Your Airbags Additional Safety Precautions Airbag Service If your vehicle has a moderate to ● Even if your airbags Your airbag systems are virtually severe impact. Do not attempt to deactivate your ●...
Page 40 If it is necessary to inflating during a side impact. remove or modify a front seat to accommodate a person with disabilities, first contact Acura Client Services at 800-382-2238. 2009 MDX...
Page 41: Protecting Children － General Guidelines
Main Menu Table Of Contents Protecting Children － General Guidelines All Children Must Be Restrained Each year, many children are injured Children who are unrestrained or killed in vehicle crashes because or improperly restrained can be they are either unrestrained or not seriously injured or killed in a properly restrained.
Page 42: All Children Should Sit In A Back Seat
Main Menu Table Of Contents Protecting Children － General Guidelines Small Children All Children Should Sit in a Back The Passenger's Front Airbag Can Pose Serious Risks Placing a forward-facing child seat in Seat the front seat of a vehicle equipped According to accident statistics, Front airbags have been designed to with a passenger's front airbag can be...
Page 43 Main Menu Table Of Contents Protecting Children － General Guidelines To remind you of the passenger's U.S. Models front airbag hazards, and that DASHBOARD children must be properly restrained SUN VISORS in a back seat, your vehicle has warning labels on the dashboard (U.S.
Page 44: If You Must Drive With Several Children
Main Menu Table Of Contents Protecting Children － General Guidelines If a child requires close physical If You Must Drive with Several If a Child Requires Close attention or frequent visual contact, Children Attention Your vehicle has two rows of back Many parents say they prefer to put we strongly recommend that another seats where children can be properly...
Page 45: Additional Safety Precautions
Main Menu Table Of Contents Protecting Children － General Guidelines For example, infants and small Additional Safety Precautions Make sure any unused seat belt ● that a child can reach is buckled, children left in a vehicle on a hot Never hold an infant or child on ●...
Page 46: Protecting Infants And Small Children
Main Menu Table Of Contents Protecting Infants and Small Children Two types of seats may be used: a Rear-facing Child Seat Placement Protecting Infants A rear-facing child seat can be placed seat designed exclusively for infants, in any seating position in the back or a convertible seat used in the rear- seat, but not in the front.
Page 47: Protecting Small Children
Main Menu Table Of Contents Protecting Infants and Small Children In any of these situations, we Protecting Small Children We also recommend that a small strongly recommend that you install child use the child seat until the child the child seat directly behind the reaches the weight or height limit for front passenger's seat, move the seat the seat.
Page 48 Main Menu Table Of Contents Protecting Infants and Small Children Child Seat Placement Even with advanced front airbags We strongly recommend placing a that automatically turn the Placing a forward-facing child forward-facing child seat in a back passenger's front airbag off (see page seat in the front seat can result seat, not the front.
Page 49: Selecting A Child Seat
Main Menu Table Of Contents Selecting a Child Seat When buying a child seat, you need In seating positions and vehicles not Whatever type of seat you choose, to to choose either a conventional child equipped with LATCH, a LATCH- provide proper protection, a child seat, or one designed for use with compatible child seat can be installed...
Page 50: Installing A Child Seat
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 51: Installing A Child Seat With Latch
Main Menu Table Of Contents Installing a Child Seat Using the Outer LATCH Installing a Child Seat with MARKS LATCH Your vehicle is equipped with LATCH (lower anchors and tethers for children) at each of the second row seats. The lower anchors are located between the seat-back and seat bottom, and are to be used only with a child seat designed for use with...
Page 52 Main Menu Table Of Contents Installing a Child Seat TETHER STRAP FLEXIBLE TYPE RIGID TYPE 3. Place the child seat on the vehicle Other LATCH-compatible seats 5. Lift the head restraint (see page seat, then attach the seat to the have a flexible-type connector as 141), then route the tether strap lower anchors according to the...
Page 53 Main Menu Table Of Contents Installing a Child Seat Using the Center LATCH 2. Follow step 1 through 4 as described previously to secure the child seat. 3. Lower the head restraint first. Route the tether strap over the head restraint and seat-back, then attach the tether strap hook to the anchor, making sure the strap is not twisted.
Page 54: Installing A Child Seat With A Lap/Shoulder Belt
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 55: Installing A Child Seat With A Tether
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 56 Main Menu Table Of Contents Installing a Child Seat Second Row Installation TETHER STRAP Outer Seating Position TETHER ANCHORAGE POINT 1. After properly securing the child For the center seat, lower the head seat (see page 50), lift the head restraint, then route the tether strap Each second row seat has a tether restraint, then route the tether...
Page 57 Main Menu Table Of Contents Installing a Child Seat Third Row Installation 2. Attach the tether strap hook to the 3. Route the tether strap over the anchor, making sure the tether head restraint, then attach the Each third row seat has a tether strap is not twisted.
Page 58: Protecting Larger Children
Main Menu Table Of Contents Protecting Larger Children When a child reaches the Checking Seat Belt Fit recommended weight or height limit Allowing a child age 12 or under for a forward-facing child seat, the to sit in front can result in injury child should sit in a back seat on a or death if the passenger's front booster seat and wear a lap/shoulder...
Page 59: Using A Booster Seat
Main Menu Table Of Contents Protecting Larger Children 3. Does the shoulder belt cross Using a Booster Seat Some states and Canadian provinces between the child's neck and arm? also require children to use a booster seat until they reach a given age or 4.
Page 60: When Can A Larger Child Sit In Front
Main Menu Table Of Contents Protecting Larger Children If a child who uses a booster seat Of course, children vary widely. And When Can a Larger Child Sit in must ride in front, move the vehicle while age may be one indicator of Front seat as far back as possible and be The National Highway Traffic Safety...
Page 61: Additional Safety Precautions
Main Menu Table Of Contents Protecting Larger Children If you decide that a child can safely Additional Safety Precautions Do not put any accessories on a ● Devices intended to ride up front, be sure to: seat belt. Do not let a child wear a seat belt ●...
Page 62: Carbon Monoxide Hazard
Main Menu Table Of Contents Carbon Monoxide Hazard Your vehicle's exhaust contains With the tailgate open, airflow can carbon monoxide gas. Carbon pull exhaust gas into your vehicle's Carbon monoxide gas is toxic. monoxide should not enter the interior and create a hazardous Breathing it can cause vehicle in normal driving if you condition.
Page 63: Safety Labels
Main Menu Table Of Contents Safety Labels These labels are in the locations shown. They warn DASHBOARD you of potential hazards that could cause serious U.S. models only injury or death. Read these labels carefully. If a label comes off or becomes hard to read (except for the U.S.
Page 64 Main Menu Table Of Contents Safety Labels SUN VISOR DOORJAMBS U.S. models U.S. models Canadian models Canadian models U.S. models 2009 MDX...
Page 65 Main Menu Instruments and Controls ..............This section gives information about Control Locations Seats ........... the controls and displays that Instrument Panel Detachable Anchor .......... contribute to the daily operation of Instrument Panel Indicators Seat Heaters ..............
Page 66 Main Menu Table Of Contents Control Locations DRIVING POSITION INSTRUMENT PANEL HomeLink ® BUTTONS MOONROOF SWITCH MEMORY SYSTEM INDICATORS (P. 63) (P. 276) (P. 152) (P. 157) GAUGES (P. 72) MIRROR CONTROL POWER DOOR LOCK ꭧ AUTO BUTTON MASTER SWITCH (P.
Page 67 Main Menu Table Of Contents Instrument Panel MESSAGE INDICATOR MULTI-INFORMATION DISPLAY (P. 73) (P. 69) SEAT BELT REMINDER INDICATOR (P. 64) HIGH BEAM INDICATOR LIGHTS ON INDICATOR (P. 70) (P. 70) ACTIVE DAMPER SYSTEM SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT ꭧ INDICATOR (P. 71) SYSTEM INDICATOR (P.
Page 68 Main Menu Table Of Contents Instrument Panel Indicators The instrument panel has many If either of you do not fasten your Seat Belt Reminder indicators to give you important seat belt while driving, the beeper Indicator information about your vehicle. will sound and the indicator will flash This indicator comes on when you again at regular intervals, and you...
Page 69 Main Menu Table Of Contents Instrument Panel Indicators 2. If it stays on after you have fully Low Oil Pressure Parking Brake U.S. Canada Indicator and Brake released the parking brake while System Indicator the engine is running, or if it The engine can be severely damaged comes on while driving, it can if this indicator flashes or stays on...
Page 70 Main Menu Table Of Contents Instrument Panel Indicators Supplemental Restraint Anti-lock Brake System U.S. Canada System Indicator (ABS) Indicator Side Airbag Off Indicator This indicator comes on briefly when This indicator normally comes on for you turn the ignition switch to the a few seconds when you turn the This indicator comes on when you ignition switch to the ON (II)
Page 71 Main Menu Table Of Contents Instrument Panel Indicators Turn Signal and Vehicle Stability Assist VSA Activation Indicator (VSA) System Indicator Hazard Warning Indicators This indicator normally comes on for This indicator normally comes on for a few seconds when you turn the a few seconds when you turn the The left or right turn signal indicator ignition switch to the ON (II)
Page 72 Main Menu Table Of Contents Instrument Panel Indicators If this happens, pull to the side of the Low Tire Pressure/ A/T Temperature road when it is safe, check which tire TPMS Indicator Indicator has lost pressure on the multi- This indicator normally comes on for This indicator monitors the information display, and determine a few seconds when you turn the...
Page 73 Main Menu Table Of Contents Instrument Panel Indicators If the indicator blinks while driving, Message Indicator Super Handling-All Wheel Drive (SH-AWD) it indicates the differential Indicator temperature is too high. This indicator comes on when there You will also see a ‘‘SH-AWD DIFF is a system message on the multi- This indicator normally comes on for TEMP.
Page 74 Main Menu Table Of Contents Instrument Panel Indicators Immobilizer System Lights On Indicator High Beam Indicator Indicator This indicator reminds you that the This indicator comes on with the This indicator comes on briefly when exterior lights are on. It comes on high beam headlights.
Page 75 Main Menu Table Of Contents Instrument Panel Indicators Low Fuel Indicator Security System Indicator Active Damper System Indicator This indicator normally comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position. If this indicator comes on at any other time, there is a problem in the system.
Page 76 Main Menu Table Of Contents Gauges Temperature Gauge This shows the temperature of the engine's coolant. During normal operation, the pointer should rise to about the middle of the gauge. In TACHOMETER SPEEDOMETER severe driving conditions, the pointer may rise to the upper zone. If it TEMPERATURE FUEL GAUGE reaches the red (hot) mark, pull...
Page 77 Main Menu Table Of Contents Multi-Information Display The multi-information display in the With the ignition switch in the ON INFO (▲/▼) instrument panel displays various (II) position, the multi-information BUTTON information and messages when the display changes as shown on the ignition switch is in the ON (II) next page each time you press the position.
Page 78 Main Menu Table Of Contents Multi-Information Display Main Menu INFO button Go to Customize Menu (See page 83) SEL/RESET button Go to HandsFreeLink Menu (See page 278) (See page 75) Trip Computer (See page 78) (See page 75) (See page 75) Tire Pressure for each tire (See page 77) 2009 MDX...
Page 79 Main Menu Table Of Contents Multi-Information Display Odometer Trip Meter TRIP METER ODOMETER When the main menu is blank, SH-AWD or TIRE PRESSURE, The odometer shows the total This meter shows the number of pressing the SEL/RESET button distance your vehicle has been miles (U.S.) or kilometers (Canada) changes the display to ‘‘trip meter/ driven.
Page 80 Main Menu Table Of Contents Multi-Information Display When you reset Trip A, average fuel The temperature sensor is in the Outside Temperature economy A is reset at the same time. front bumper. The temperature OUTSIDE TEMPERATURE When you reset Trip B, average fuel reading can be affected by heat economy B is reset.
Page 81 Main Menu Table Of Contents Multi-Information Display SH-AWD Torque Distribution Tire Pressure Monitor Engine Oil Life Monitor ENGINE OIL LIFE U.S. Canada This shows the remaining life of the When the tire pressure monitor is engine oil. It shows 100% after the This monitor shows how much shown on the multi-information engine oil is replaced and the display...
Page 82 Main Menu Table Of Contents Multi-Information Display To use the system, your cell phone HandsFreeLink™ Trip Computer and the HFL system must be linked. Not all cell phones are compatible with this system. Refer to page for instructions on how to link your cell phone to the HFL and how to receive or make phone calls, or visit the handsfreelink.com website.
Page 83 Main Menu Table Of Contents Multi-Information Display AVERAGE FUEL A/B RANGE ELAPSED TIME This shows your vehicle's average This shows the estimated distance This shows the time passed traveled fuel economy in mpg (U.S. models) you can travel on the fuel remaining since you last reset it.
Page 84 Main Menu Table Of Contents Multi-Information Display The system message(s) triggers the To cancel the message(s) before 5 System Messages appropriate indicator(s) on the seconds elapsed, press the INFO SYSTEMMESSAGE INDICATOR instrument panel, including the (▲/▼) button on the steering system message indicator, to come wheel.
Page 85 Main Menu Table Of Contents Multi-Information Display U.S. See page See page See page Canada See page See page U.S. See page See page See page Canada See page See page U.S. U.S. See page See page See page Canada Canada See page CONTINUED...
Page 86 Main Menu Table Of Contents Multi-Information Display See page See page See page See page See page See page See page See page See page See page See page U.S. See page See page See page Canada See page 2009 MDX...
Page 87 Main Menu Table Of Contents Multi-Information Display If you turn the ignition switch to the Customize Settings ACCESSORY (I) or the LOCK (0) position, or move the shift lever out of Park, the display will change to the normal screen. You can customize some vehicle control settings for ‘‘DRIVER 1’’...
Page 88 Main Menu Table Of Contents Multi-Information Display Group Setup Menu Item Description Setting Option Page METER SETUP LANGUAGE SELECTION Changes the language used in the display. ENGLISH ꭧ (P.89) FRENCH SPANISH －5°F～ꭗ0°F ～5°F (U.S.) ꭧ ADJUST OUTSIDE Changes the outside temperature reading above or TEMP.
Page 89 Main Menu Table Of Contents Multi-Information Display Group Setup Menu Item Description Setting Option Page LIGHTING SETUP INTERIOR LIGHT Changes how long (in seconds) the interior lights stay 60 sec 15 sec (P.100) DIMMING TIME on after you close the doors and the tailgate. ꭧ...
Page 90 Main Menu Table Of Contents Multi-Information Display DEFAULT ALL To set the default settings, press the When DEFAULT ALL is set, you will INFO (▲/▼) button to select SET see the above display for several If you want to set the default settings, then press the SEL/RESET button.
Page 91 Main Menu Table Of Contents Multi-Information Display Each time you press the INFO Customize Settings You can customize some of the (▲/▼) button, the screen changes vehicle control settings to your as shown on the next page. Press the preference. Here are the settings you INFO (▲/▼) button, until you see can customize: the setup you want to customize,...
Page 92 Main Menu Table Of Contents Multi-Information Display METER SETUP see page POSITION SETUP see page Select ‘‘EXIT’’ LIGHTING SETUP see page Select Select ‘‘CANCEL’’ ‘‘DEFAULT ALL’’ DOOR/WINDOW SETUP see page WIPER SETUP see page SEL/RESET BUTTON INFO (▲/▼) BUTTON 2009 MDX...
Page 93 Main Menu Table Of Contents Multi-Information Display Meter Setup Here are the six custom settings for the meter setup: LANGUAGE SELECTION ● ADJUST OUTSIDE TEMP. ● DISPLAY TRIP A & AVG. FUEL RESET with ● REFUEL ADJUST ALARM VOLUME ● ELAPSED TIME RESET ●...
Page 94 Main Menu Table Of Contents Multi-Information Display Language Selection Press the SEL/RESET button to see When your selection is successfully the selections. completed, the display changes as There are three language selections shown above, and then goes back to you can make: English, French, and Select the desired language by the customize item screen.
Page 95 Main Menu Table Of Contents Multi-Information Display Adjust Outside Temp. Display U.S. models U.S. models Canadian models Canadian models Adjust the outside temperature value When your selection is successfully by pressing the INFO (▲/▼) button completed, the display changes as If you sometimes find that the repeatedly.
Page 96 Main Menu Table Of Contents Multi-Information Display Trip A & Avg. Fuel Reset With Refuel Press the SEL/RESET button to see When your selection is successfully the selections. completed, the display changes as To cause Trip A and AVG. FUEL to shown above, and then goes back to reset every time you refuel your Select ON or OFF by pressing the...
Page 97 Main Menu Table Of Contents Multi-Information Display Adjust Alarm Volume Press the SEL/RESET button to see When your selection is successfully the selections. completed, the display changes as Select the warning alarm volume shown above, and then goes back to from three levels.
Page 98 Main Menu Table Of Contents Multi-Information Display Elapsed Time Reset There are four elapsed time reset choices you can make: MANUAL ONLY － You can reset the elapsed time, when Trip Computer's Elapsed Time is displayed (see page 79). IGN OFF － The elapsed time is reset when you turn the ignition switch to the LOCK (0) position.
Page 99 Main Menu Table Of Contents Multi-Information Display Auto Interior Illumination While the headlight switch is turned on, the interior lights gradually dim, as the outside light level gets low. You can customize at which outside light level the lights start to dim. There are MAX, HIGH, MID, LOW and MIN levels and OFF for the auto interior illumination settings.
Page 100 Main Menu Table Of Contents Multi-Information Display Press the SEL/RESET button to see When your selection is successfully the selections. completed, the display changes as shown above, and then goes back to Select the desired setting by the customize item screen. pressing the INFO (▲/▼) button, If the ‘‘SETTING INCOMPLETE’’...
Page 101 Main Menu Table Of Contents Multi-Information Display Position Setup Here are the two custom settings for the position setup: MEMORY POSITION LINK ● AUTO TILT & TELESCOPE ● STEERING WHEEL While ‘‘POSITION SETUP’’ is shown, press the SEL/RESET button to enter the customize mode. Each time you press the INFO (▲/▼) button, the screen changes as shown in the illustration.
Page 102 Main Menu Table Of Contents Multi-Information Display Memory Position Link Press the SEL/RESET button to see When your selection is successfully the selections. completed, the display changes as If ‘‘MEMORY POSITION LINK’’ is shown above, and then goes back to set to ‘‘ON,’’...
Page 103 Main Menu Table Of Contents Multi-Information Display Auto Tilt & Telescope Steering Wheel Press the SEL/RESET button to see When your selection is successfully the selections. completed, the display changes as When ‘‘AUTO TILT & TELESCOPE shown above, and then goes back to STEERING WHEEL’’...
Page 104 Main Menu Table Of Contents Multi-Information Display Lighting Setup Here are the three custom settings for the lighting setup: INTERIOR LIGHT DIMMING ● TIME HEADLIGHT AUTO OFF TIMER ● AUTO LIGHT SENSITIVITY ● While ‘‘LIGHTING SETUP’’ is shown, press the SEL/RESET button to enter the customize mode.
Page 105 Main Menu Table Of Contents Multi-Information Display Interior Light Dimming Time Press the SEL/RESET button to see When your selection is successfully the selections. completed, the display changes as The interior lights fade out when you shown above, and then goes back to close all doors and tailgate.
Page 106 Main Menu Table Of Contents Multi-Information Display Headlight Auto Off Timer The headlights, parking lights, side marker lights, taillights, and license plate lights go off after the selected time when you remove the key from the ignition switch and close the driver's door.
Page 107 Main Menu Table Of Contents Multi-Information Display Auto Light Sensitivity The headlights automatically come on when the headlight switch is in the AUTO position and the ambient light reaches a changeable level. You can select the auto light sensitivity from the following five levels: MAX －...
Page 108 Main Menu Table Of Contents Multi-Information Display Press the SEL/RESET button to see When your selection is successfully the selections. completed, the display changes as shown above, and then goes back to Select the desired setting by the customize item screen. pressing the INFO (▲/▼) button, If the ‘‘SETTING INCOMPLETE’’...
Page 109 Main Menu Table Of Contents Multi-Information Display Door/Window Setup Here are the five custom settings for the door/window setup: AUTO DOOR LOCK ● AUTO DOOR UNLOCK ● KEY AND REMOTE UNLOCK ● MODE KEYLESS LOCK ● ACKNOWLEDGMENT SECURITY RELOCK TIMER ●...
Page 110 Main Menu Table Of Contents Multi-Information Display Auto Door Lock There are three settings you can choose from: SHIFT FROM P － The doors lock whenever you move the shift lever out of Park. WITH VEH SPD － The doors lock when the vehicle speed reaches about 10 mph (about 16 km/h).
Page 111 Main Menu Table Of Contents Multi-Information Display Auto Door Unlock There are three settings you can choose from: SHIFT TO P － The driver's door or all the doors, depending on the door lock mode setting (see page 106), unlock when you move the shift lever to Park.
Page 112 Main Menu Table Of Contents Multi-Information Display If you choose ‘‘SHIFT TO P’’ or ‘‘IGN Press the SEL/RESET button to see When your selection is successfully the selections. OFF’’, you will see the above display. completed, the display changes as shown above, and then goes back to Select the desired setting by Press the INFO (▲/▼) button to...
Page 113 Main Menu Table Of Contents Multi-Information Display Key and Remote Unlock Mode Press the SEL/RESET button to see When your selection is successfully the selections. completed, the display changes as To select whether the driver's door shown above, and then goes back to unlocks or all the doors unlock when Select the desired setting by the customize item screen.
Page 114 Main Menu Table Of Contents Multi-Information Display Keyless Lock Acknowledgment When you push the LOCK button on the remote transmitter, some exterior lights flash, and a beeper sounds when you push the LOCK button again within 5 seconds to verify that the doors and the tailgate are locked and the security system has set (see page 269).
Page 115 Main Menu Table Of Contents Multi-Information Display Security Relock Timer If you unlock the doors and the tailgate with the remote transmitter, but do not open any of the doors or the tailgate within 30 seconds, the doors and the tailgate automatically relock and the security system sets.
Page 116 Main Menu Table Of Contents Multi-Information Display Press the SEL/RESET button to see When your selection is successfully the selections. completed, the display changes as shown above, and then goes back to Select the desired setting by the customize item screen. pressing the INFO (▲/▼) button, If the ‘‘SETTING INCOMPLETE’’...
Page 117 Main Menu Table Of Contents Multi-Information Display Wiper Setup Wiper Action You can select from these two settings when the wiper switch is in the INT (intermittent) position: INTERMITTENT － The intermittent operation varies according to the selection you make on the wiper lever's intermittent control ring.
Page 118 Main Menu Table Of Contents Multi-Information Display You can choose this customize item Press the SEL/RESET button to see When your selection is successfully from ‘‘WIPER SETUP’’ by pressing the selections. completed, the display changes as the INFO (▲/▼) button repeatedly. shown above, and then goes back to Select the desired setting by the customize item screen.
Page 119 Main Menu Table Of Contents Controls Near the Steering Wheel HEADLIGHT/TURN SIGNAL/ STEERING WHEEL WINDSHIELD INSTRUMENT PANEL HEADLIGHT WASHER FRONT FOG LIGHTS AUDIO CONTROLS WIPERS/WASHERS BRIGHTNESS ꭧ1 SWITCH (P. 118) (P. 233) (P. 116) (P. 123) (P. 117) PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF INDICATOR VEHICLE STABILITY (P.
Page 120 Main Menu Table Of Contents Windshield Wipers and Washers LO － The wipers run at low speed. Push the right lever up or down to select a position. HI － The wipers run at high speed. MIST － The wipers run at high Windshield Washer －...
Page 121 Main Menu Table Of Contents Windshield Wipers and Washers Headlight Washers The headlight washers use the same Rear Window Wiper and Washer (On Canadian models) fluid reservoir as the windshield washers. 1. Rotate the switch clockwise to turn The headlight washers can be the rear window wiper ON.
Page 122 Main Menu Table Of Contents Windshield Wipers and Washers, Turn Signal and Headlights Turn Signal － Push down on the 3. When you turn the wiper switch to Turn Signal and Headlights the ‘‘OFF’’ position, the wiper will lever to signal a left turn and up to return to its parked position.
Page 123 Main Menu Table Of Contents Turn Signal and Headlights AUTO － The automatic lighting When the light switch is in either of Even with the automatic lighting these positions, the lights on feature turns on the headlights and feature turned on, we recommend indicator comes on as a reminder.
Page 124 Main Menu Table Of Contents Turn Signal and Headlights Fog Lights Daytime Running Lights LIGHT SENSOR Turn the fog lights on and off by With the headlight switch off, the turning the switch next to the daytime running lights come on headlight switch.
Page 125 Main Menu Table Of Contents Turn Signal and Headlights If you see a ‘‘CHECK DRL SYSTEM’’ Automatic Lighting Off Feature If you turn the ignition switch to the message on the multi-information This feature turns off the headlights, LOCK (0) position with the headlight display, there is a problem with the all other exterior lights, and the switch on, but do not open the door...
Page 126 Main Menu Table Of Contents Hazard Warning Button, Rear Window Defogger Make sure the rear window is clear Hazard Warning Button Rear Window Defogger and you have good visibility before starting to drive. The defogger wires on the inside of the rear window can be accidentally damaged.
Page 127 Main Menu Table Of Contents Instrument Panel Brightness To reduce glare at night, the instrument panel illumination dims when you turn the light switch to . To cancel the glare reduction function, set the brightness to the highest level, then press the ＋ button.
Page 128 Main Menu Table Of Contents Steering Wheel Adjustments Make any steering wheel adjustment Release the switch when the steering ADJUSTMENT SWITCH before you start driving. wheel reaches the desired position. Make sure the steering wheel points towards your chest, not toward your face, and that you can see the instrument panel gauges and Adjusting the steering wheel...
Page 129 Main Menu Table Of Contents Steering Wheel Adjustments When you remove the key from the If your vehicle's battery is ignition switch, the steering wheel disconnected or goes dead, or the automatically moves fully in and up. fuse for the power tilt and telescopic steering wheel is removed, the To change the ‘‘AUTO TILT &...
Page 130 You can keep the glove have to get a lost key replaced. Use battery. Do not try to take it apart. box locked when you leave your only Acura-approved key blanks. vehicle and the valet key at a parking facility. 2009 MDX...
Page 131 Main Menu Table Of Contents Keys and Locks Retractable Master Key Always use the fully-extended key The key may come in contact with when you insert it to the ignition your finger while being retracted or RELEASE BUTTON switch. If the key does not fully extended.
Page 132 Main Menu Table Of Contents Immobilizer System The Immobilizer System protects If the system repeatedly does not As required by the FCC: This device complies with Part 15 of the your vehicle from theft. If an recognize the coding of your key, FCC rules.
Page 133 Main Menu Table Of Contents Ignition Switch ACCESSORY (I) － You can operate You will hear a reminder beeper if the audio system and the accessory you leave the key in the ignition power sockets in this position. switch in the LOCK (0) or the ACCESSORY (I) position and open ON (II) －...
Page 134 Main Menu Table Of Contents Door Locks To change the ‘‘KEY AND REMOTE LOCK UNLOCK UNLOCK MODE’’ setting, see page 109. When the vehicle speed reaches about 10 mph (about 16 km/h) or more, all the doors lock automatically. To change the ‘‘AUTO DOOR LOCK’’...
Page 135 Main Menu Table Of Contents Door Locks, Tailgate Lockout Prevention Childproof Door Locks Tailgate With any door and the tailgate open and the key in the ignition, both master door lock switches are disabled. They are not disabled if all the doors and the tailgate are closed.
Page 136 Main Menu Table Of Contents Tailgate If you push the same button or Power Tailgate switch again while the tailgate is opening or closing, you will hear three beeps, and the tailgate will stop moving, reverse direction, and stop at the fully opened or closed position. TAILGATE SWITCH POWER TAILGATE SWITCH The tailgate can also be closed by...
Page 137 Main Menu Table Of Contents Tailgate Auto-Reverse Also check that passengers, When the tailgate or the roof is ● The power tailgate has an auto- especially children, do not have their covered with snow or ice. reverse feature. If it meets resistance hands on the edge of the tailgate or Do not install any accessories on the while opening or closing, it will beep...
Page 138 Main Menu Table Of Contents Tailgate If you try to drive off with the tailgate Unlocking the Tailgate not closed completely, a beeper sounds and a ‘‘DOOR & TAILGATE OPEN’’ message is shown on the multi-information display. Keep the tailgate closed at all times while driving to avoid damaging the tailgate and to prevent exhaust gas from getting into the interior.
Page 139 Main Menu Table Of Contents Tailgate, Remote Transmitter Remote Transmitter Models with power tailgate Models without power tailgate UNLOCK LOCK BUTTON BUTTON UNLOCK LOCK BUTTON BUTTON TAILGATE BUTTON PANIC BUTTON PANIC BUTTON To change the ‘‘KEYLESS LOCK Models without power tailgate If you cannot open the tailgate, ACKNOWLEDGEMENT’’...
Page 140 Main Menu Table Of Contents Remote Transmitter UNLOCK － Press this button once When you press the UNLOCK If you push the same button again to unlock the driver's door. Push it button, the front and rear individual while the tailgate is opening or twice to unlock the other doors.
Page 141 Main Menu Table Of Contents Remote Transmitter Remote Transmitter Care Replacing the Transmitter Battery Avoid dropping or throwing the If it takes several pushes on the ● transmitter. button to lock or unlock the doors and the tailgate, replace the battery Protect the transmitter from ●...
Page 142 Main Menu Table Of Contents Remote Transmitter 4. Remove the old battery and note As required by the FCC: This device complies with Part 15 of the the polarity. Make sure the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the polarity of the new battery is the following two conditions: (1) This device same (－...
Page 143 Main Menu Table Of Contents Remote Transmitter Here are the settings activated with The steering wheel will move to the Keyless Memory Settings™ the remote: stored position when you insert the key into the ignition switch. Customized settings ● You will also see the ‘‘WELCOME (see page 83).
Page 144 Main Menu Table Of Contents Seats Front Seat Power Adjustments Moves the whole seat up － See pages for important safety and forward, or down information and warnings about how to and backward. The front properly position the seats and seat- of the seat also tilts up or backs.
Page 145 Main Menu Table Of Contents Seats Head Restraints FRONT CUSHION See page for important safety information and a warning about SEAT- improperly positioning head restraints. BACK Your vehicle is equipped with head restraints in all seating positions to help protect you and your passengers from whiplash and other injuries.
Page 146 Main Menu Table Of Contents Seats When reinstalling a head restraint, SECOND CENTER AND THIRD ROW put the legs back in place. Then CUSHION Failure to reinstall the head adjust it to the appropriate height restraints can result in severe while pressing the release button.
Page 147 Do not place any object between ● inspected by an Acura dealer. an occupant and the seat-back. Install each restraint in its proper ● location. Only use genuine Acura ●...
Page 148 Main Menu Table Of Contents Seats Make sure that the folded seat-back Adjusting the Second Row Seats Folding the Second Row Seats The left and right halves can be does not press against the front folded separately. passenger's seat, as this could cause the weight sensors to work 1.
Page 149 Main Menu Table Of Contents Seats Folding the Third Row Seat Third Row Access 1. Use the latch plate to release the seat belt from the detachable anchor (see page 146). 2. Lower the head restraints to their lowest positions. NOTE: To fold the third row seat, the second row seat-back must be folded down or in the full up right position.
Page 150 Main Menu Table Of Contents Seats Reverse this procedure to return the When the seats are returned to the Detachable Anchor seat to the upright position. Make upright position, these detachable sure the seat is locked securely anchors should be latched back before driving.
Page 151 Main Menu Table Of Contents Seats THIRD ROW SEATS SMALL LATCH PLATE SECOND ROW CENTER SEAT LATCH PLATE TRIANGLE MARKS HOOK SMALL LATCH PLATE ANCHOR BUCKLE Pull out the small latch plate and the Line up the triangle marks on the Pull out the outer shoulder belts latch plate from each holding slot in small latch plate and anchor buckle...
Page 152 Main Menu Table Of Contents Seat Heaters Passenger's Seat Driver's HEATERS Seat Front seat Second row seat Both front seats are equipped with Push the front of the switch, HI, to U.S. Entertainment Packages and Canadian models seat heaters. Because of the sensors rapidly heat up the seat.
Page 153 Main Menu Table Of Contents Seat Heaters, Power Windows In the HI setting, the heater turns off Power Windows The windows will operate for up to 10 when the seat gets warm, and turns minutes after you turn off the ignition DRIVER'S WINDOW MAIN SWITCH back on after the seat's temperature...
Page 154 Main Menu Table Of Contents Power Windows AUTO REVERSE － If either front To close either front window fully, If your vehicle's battery is pull back the window switch firmly to window senses any obstacle while it disconnected or goes dead, or the the second detent, then release it.
Page 155 Main Menu Table Of Contents Power Windows Opening/Closing the Windows 3. Turn the key clockwise again, and Opening the Windows and Moonroof with the Remote and Moonroof with the Key hold it. All four windows and the Transmitter moonroof start to open. To stop You can open all of the windows and the windows and the moonroof, the moonroof from outside with the...
Page 156 Main Menu Table Of Contents Power Windows, Moonroof 4. To close the windows and the To tilt up the moonroof, push on the Moonroof moonroof further, turn and hold center of the moonroof switch. To the key again (within 10 seconds stop the moonroof from tilting up of step 2).
Page 157 Main Menu Table Of Contents Moonroof, Parking Brake You can open and close the Parking Brake Auto Reverse If the moonroof runs into any moonroof for up to 10 minutes after RELEASE HANDLE obstacle while it is closing you turn off the ignition switch. automatically, it will reverse Opening either front door cancels direction, and then stop.
Page 158 Main Menu Table Of Contents Parking Brake, Mirrors Mirrors Keep the inside and outside mirrors Driving the vehicle with the parking clean and adjusted for best visibility. brake applied can damage the rear Be sure to adjust the mirrors before brakes and axles.
Page 159 Main Menu Table Of Contents Mirrors Adjusting the Power Mirrors 3. Push the appropriate edge of the adjustment switch to move the There is also a sensor on the back of mirror right, left, up, or down. the mirror. Items hung on the mirror SELECTOR 4.
Page 160 Main Menu Table Of Contents Mirrors Reverse Tilt Door Mirror Heated Mirrors Both outside door mirrors have a HEATED MIRROR BUTTON reverse tilt feature. When in reverse, the selected mirror will tilt down slightly to improve your view as you parallel park.
Page 161 Main Menu Table Of Contents Driving Position Memory System Your vehicle has a memory feature Storing a Driving Position in MEMORY BUTTONS for the steering wheel, driver's seat, Memory and outside mirror positions. Store a driving position only when the vehicle is parked. Seat, except for power lumbar, steering wheel and outside mirror 1.
Page 162 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 163 Main Menu Table Of Contents Interior Lights The individual map lights in the After all doors are closed tightly, the Light Control Switch ● second row and the cargo area lights dim slightly, then fade out in DOOR ACTIVATED POSITION light in the third row cannot be about 30 seconds.
Page 164 Main Menu Table Of Contents Interior Lights When the light control switch is in the Individual Map Lights ON position: FRONT All the individual map lights come ● on and stay on as long as the switch remains in the ON position. The cargo (3rd row) area light ●...
Page 165 Main Menu Table Of Contents Interior Lights Tailgate Lights Individual Interior Lights Cargo Area Light The lights in the tailgate have an on- The courtesy lights in all four doors off switch to control if the lights come on when you open any door. come on when the tailgate is opened.
Page 166 Main Menu Table Of Contents Interior Convenience Items SUNGLASSES HOLDER COAT HOOK SUN VISOR VANITY MIRROR STORAGE COMPARTMENTS GROCERY HOOK GLOVE BOX CENTER POCKET ACCESSORY POWER SOCKET BEVERAGE HOLDER CONSOLE COMPARTMENT ARMREST/BEVERAGE HOLDER ACCESSORY POWER SOCKET 2009 MDX...
Page 167 Main Menu Table Of Contents Interior Convenience Items Beverage Holders FRONT LID Be careful when you are using the beverage holders. A spilled liquid that is very hot can scald you or your passengers. Liquid can also spill from the door pocket beverage holders when you open or close the doors.
Page 168 Main Menu Table Of Contents Interior Convenience Items Console Compartment Storage Compartment Glove Box Open the glove box by pulling the handle to the left. Close it with a firm LIDS push. Lock or unlock the glove box with the master key. BUTTONS An open glove box can cause serious injury to your passenger...
Page 169 Main Menu Table Of Contents Interior Convenience Items Cargo Hooks Sunglasses Holder HOOK PUSH SUNGLASSES HOLDER Some larger styles of sunglasses may not fit in the holder. To open the sunglasses holder, push The hooks on the floor of the cargo then release the raised detent.
Page 170 Main Menu Table Of Contents Interior Convenience Items Sun Visor Vanity Mirror Accessory Power Sockets Your vehicle has two or three accessory power sockets, depending on the model. All models have the front accessory power socket under the audio system and rear socket behind the third row seat on the driver's side.
Page 171 Main Menu Table Of Contents Interior Convenience Items Each socket is intended to supply AC Power Outlet power for 12 volt DC accessories that are rated 120 watts or less (10 amps). None of the sockets will power an automotive type cigarette lighter element.
Page 172 Main Menu Table Of Contents Interior Convenience Items Always run the engine when you use NOTE: The AC power outlet is not the AC power outlet. designed for electric appliances which require high initial peak The maximum capacity for this wattage such as cathode-ray tube power outlet is 115 volt AC at 100 type televisions, refrigerators,...
Page 173 Main Menu Features ....The climate control system in your Climate Control System Playing the XM Satellite Radio ® ..... vehicle provides a comfortable Rear Climate Controls (Models with navigation ............. driving environment in all weather Audio System system) conditions.
Page 174: Climate Control System
Main Menu Table Of Contents Climate Control System FRONT CONTROL PANEL OFF BUTTON DRIVER'S SIDE TEMPERATURE FRONT PASSENGER'S SIDE TEMPERATURE AUTO BUTTON AUTO INDICATOR FAN CONTROL BUTTONS DRIVER'S SIDE TEMPERATURE CONTROL BUTTONS FRONT PASSENGER'S SIDE TEMPERATURE CONTROL BUTTONS DUAL BUTTON MODE BUTTON REAR BUTTON AIR CONDITIONING...
Page 175 Main Menu Table Of Contents Climate Control System Using Automatic Climate Control The system automatically selects the Personalization Setting When you unlock the doors with The automatic climate control system proper mix of conditioned and/or your remote, the driver's ID (Driver in your vehicle picks the proper heated air that will, as quickly as 1 or Driver 2) is detected, and the...
Page 176 Main Menu Table Of Contents Climate Control System When you set the temperature to its Dual Button On models with navigation system You can set the temperatures for the lower limit ( ) or its upper limit In the Auto mode, the vehicle's driver's side and the passenger's side ), the system runs at full cooling interior temperature is independently...
Page 177 Main Menu Table Of Contents Climate Control System Rear Button To Turn Everything Off Air Conditioning (A/C) Button When you press this button, the This button turns the air If you press the OFF button, the indicator in the button comes on, and conditioning on and off.
Page 178 Main Menu Table Of Contents Climate Control System Switch to recirculation mode when For your safety, make sure you have Airflow is divided between the driving through dusty or smoky a clear view through all the windows floor and corner vents and the conditions, then return to fresh air before driving.
Page 179: Rear Climate Controls
Main Menu Table Of Contents Climate Control System Rear Climate Controls REAR CONTROL PANEL REAR PASSENGER COMPARTMENT TEMPERATURE REAR PASSENGER COMPARTMENT CONTROL TEMPERATURE BUTTONS CONTROL BUTTONS AUTO BUTTON MODE BUTTON OFF BUTTON REAR BUTTON You can use the rear control panel when the indicator in the REAR Rear Button button on the front control panel is...
Page 180 Main Menu Table Of Contents Climate Control System Temperature Control Fan Control Automatic Operation Press the ▲ temperature control ▲ fan control button to Press the Pressing the AUTO button puts the button to increase the temperature of increase the fan speed and airflow. system in automatic operation mode.
Page 181 Main Menu Table Of Contents Climate Control System Triple Zone Temperature Control The temperatures of the driver's side and the front passenger's side can be Driver's Side Passenger's Side controlled independently when the indicator in the DUAL button is on. When the indicator in the REAR button is on, the temperature of the rear passenger compartment can be...
Page 182 Main Menu Table Of Contents Climate Control System When the indicator in the REAR Push AUTO or . The selected button is off, the temperature of the temperatures appear in the display. rear passenger compartment is When the indicator in the DUAL synchronized to the driver's side set button is off, you can adjust both temperature.
Page 183 Main Menu Table Of Contents Climate Control System Sunlight and Temperature TEMPERATURE/HUMIDITY SENSOR Sensors SUNLIGHT SENSOR To regulate the interior temperature and humidity, the climate control system has two sensors. A sunlight sensor is located in the top of the dashboard and a temperature/ humidity sensor is next to the steering column.
Page 184: Audio System
Main Menu Table Of Contents Audio System An audio system is standard on all With navigation system With rear entertainment system models. Read the appropriate pages (as shown below) to use your vehicle's audio system. For vehicles without navigation system, see pages through 199.
Page 185: Playing The Am/Fm Radio (Models Without Navigation System)
Main Menu Table Of Contents Playing the AM/FM Radio (Models without navigation system) AUTO SELECT BUTTON SEEK BUTTONS FM BUTTON SCAN BUTTON POWER/VOLUME KNOB TUNE KNOB AM BUTTON PRESET BUTTONS CONTINUED 2009 MDX...
Page 186 Main Menu Table Of Contents Playing the AM/FM Radio (Models without navigation system) SCAN － The scan function samples To Play the Radio To Select a Station The ignition switch must be in the You can use any of five methods to all stations with strong signals on the ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) position.
Page 187 Main Menu Table Of Contents Playing the AM/FM Radio (Models without navigation system) Preset － Each preset button can AUTO SELECT － If you are press the A.SEL To turn off auto select, store one frequency on AM and two traveling far from home and can no (auto select) button.
Page 188 Main Menu Table Of Contents Playing the AM/FM Radio (Models without navigation system) SVC － Adjusts the volume level This function is set to MID as the Adjusting the Sound Press the TUNE (SOUND) knob based on the vehicle speed. default setting when the vehicle repeatedly to display the BASS, leaves the factory.
Page 189 Main Menu Table Of Contents Playing the XM Satellite Radio (Models without navigation system) ® XM RADIO BUTTON CATEGORY BUTTONS SCAN BUTTON TUNE KNOB POWER/VOLUME KNOB DISP/MODE BUTTON PRESET BUTTONS CONTINUED 2009 MDX...
Page 190 Main Menu Table Of Contents Playing the XM Satellite Radio (Models without navigation system) ® Your vehicle is capable of receiving You may experience periods when Operating the Satellite Radio Satellite Radio anywhere in the To listen to XM satellite radio, turn XM Radio does not transmit the ®...
Page 191: Playing The Xm Satellite Radio (Models Without Navigation System)
Main Menu Table Of Contents Playing the XM Satellite Radio (Models without navigation system) ® SCAN － The SCAN function gives 2. Use the TUNE knob, the The presets may be lost if your you a sampling of all channels while CATEGORY buttons, or the SCAN vehicle's battery goes dead, is in the channel mode.
Page 192 Main Menu Table Of Contents Playing the XM Satellite Radio (Models without navigation system) ® ‘‘NO SIGNAL’’ － The signal is Signal may be blocked by Signal weaker in currently too weak. Move the vehicle mountains or large obstacles to these areas.
Page 193 Main Menu Table Of Contents Playing the XM Satellite Radio (Models without navigation system) ® Depending on where you drive, you After you've registered with XM Radio, As required by the FCC: keep your audio system in the Satellite Changes or modifications not expressly may experience reception problems.
Page 194: Playing Discs (Models Without Navigation System)
Main Menu Table Of Contents Playing Discs (Models without navigation system) MP3/WMA INDICATOR TRACK/FILE NUMBER FOLDER NUMBER DISC SLOT SEEK BUTTONS DISC EJECT BUTTON DISC LOAD BUTTON TUNE (FOLDER) KNOB POWER/VOLUME KNOB PRESET BUTTONS RANDOM BUTTON SCAN BUTTON REPEAT BUTTON 2009 MDX...
Page 195 Main Menu Table Of Contents Playing Discs (Models without navigation system) This audio system can also play The specifications of the compatible To Play a Disc To load or play discs, the ignition CD-Rs and CD-RWs compressed in WMA files are: switch must be in the ACCESSORY MP3 or WMA formats.
Page 196 Main Menu Table Of Contents Playing Discs (Models without navigation system) NOTE: Loading Discs You cannot load and play 3-inch Your vehicle's in-dash disc changer If a file on an MP3 or WMA disc is (8-cm) discs in this unit. holds up to six discs.
Page 197 Main Menu Table Of Contents Playing Discs (Models without navigation system) Text Data Display Function If the text data has more than 16 When you insert a disc, and the ● Each time you press the DISP characters, you will see the first 15 system begins to play.
Page 198 Main Menu Table Of Contents Playing Discs (Models without navigation system) REPEAT (Track Repeat) － To To Change or Select Tracks/Files To move rapidly within a track or file, press and hold the ＋ or － seek Use the seek buttons while a disc is continuously replay a track (file in playing to select passages and button.
Page 199 Main Menu Table Of Contents Playing Discs (Models without navigation system) Each time you press and release the In MP3 or WMA mode In MP3 or WMA mode FOLDER REPEAT － This feature, FOLDER RANDOM － This RPT button, the mode changes from when activated, replays all the files file repeat to folder repeat, to disc feature, when activated, plays the...
Page 200 Main Menu Table Of Contents Playing Discs (Models without navigation system) SCAN － The SCAN function Pressing either seek button, or In MP3 or WMA mode F-SCAN － This feature, when samples all the tracks on the disc in selecting a different disc (using the the order they are recorded on the activated, samples the first file in preset buttons) or folder (using the...
Page 201 Main Menu Table Of Contents Playing Discs (Models without navigation system) D-SCAN － This feature, when When the first track in the last disc, To Stop Playing a Disc activated, samples the first track in or the first file in the last main folder Press the eject button ( ) to each disc in order (the first file in the...
Page 202 Main Menu Table Of Contents Playing Discs (Models without navigation system) If you turn the system off while a disc To remove a different disc from the is playing, either with the power/ changer, first select it with the volume knob or by turning off the appropriate preset button.
Page 203: Disc Changer Error Message (Models Without Navigation System)
Main Menu Table Of Contents Disc Changer Error Message (Models without navigation system) Cause Solution The chart on the right explains the Error Message error messages you may see in the High temperature Will disappear when the temperature returns to HEAT ERROR normal.
Page 204: Audio System (Models With Navigation System)
Main Menu Table Of Contents Audio System (Models with navigation system) The knob turns left and right. Use it Interface Dial Personalization Setting to make selections or adjustments to When you unlock the doors with On models with navigation system Most audio system functions can still a list or menu on the screen.
Page 205: Playing The Am/Fm Radio (Models With Navigation System)
Main Menu Table Of Contents Playing the AM/FM Radio (Models with navigation system) Without rear entertainment system With rear entertainment system AUDIO DISPLAY AUDIO DISPLAY AUTO SELECT PRESET BUTTONS BUTTON AUTO SELECT SCAN SCAN BUTTON BUTTON BUTTON SEEK SEEK AM/FM BUTTONS AM/FM BUTTONS...
Page 206 Main Menu Table Of Contents Playing the AM/FM Radio (Models with navigation system) The band and frequency that the radio was last tuned to are shown on STEREO ICON BAND the display. To change bands, press the AM/FM button. You can also change bands by pushing the interface selector up.
Page 207 Main Menu Table Of Contents Playing the AM/FM Radio (Models with navigation system) SEEK － The SEEK function To scan with the interface dial, push searches up and down from the the selector down, and then push it SCAN ICON current frequency to find a station to the right.
Page 208 Main Menu Table Of Contents Playing the AM/FM Radio (Models with navigation system) Preset － Each preset button or You can also press the A.SEL button. AUTO SEL ICON preset icon can store one frequency You will see AUTO SEL on the on AM and two frequencies on FM.
Page 209: Am/Fm Radio Reception
Main Menu Table Of Contents AM/FM Radio Reception Radio Reception Radio Frequencies The radio can receive the complete How well the radio receives stations AM and FM bands. is dependent on many factors, such Those bands cover these as the distance from the station's frequencies: transmitter, nearby large objects, and atmospheric conditions.
Page 210 Main Menu Table Of Contents AM/FM 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...
Page 211: Playing The Am/Fm Radio (Models With Navigation System)
Main Menu Table Of Contents Playing the AM/FM Radio (Models with navigation system) Adjusting the Sound BASS, TREBLE, BALANCE, and FADER are each adjustable. You can also adjust the strength of the sound coming from the center and subwoofer speakers. In addition, you can set the Dolby PL (ProLogic) II and Speed-sensitive volume compensation (SVC).
Page 212 Main Menu Table Of Contents Playing the AM/FM Radio (Models with navigation system) BASS/TREBLE － To adjust bass FADER/BALANCE － These CENTER/SUBWOOFER － To and treble, select BASS or TREBLE, modes adjust the strength of the adjust the strength of the sound from and press ENTER on the interface sound coming from each speaker.
Page 213 Main Menu Table Of Contents Playing the AM/FM Radio (Models with navigation system) Dolby PL (ProLogic) II － Dolby To set this feature on or off, select Speed-sensitive Volume Compensation (SVC) PL (ProLogic) II signal processing Dolby PL II, and press ENTER on The SVC mode controls the volume creates multi-channel surround the interface selector.
Page 214 Main Menu Table Of Contents Playing the XM Satellite Radio (Models with navigation system) ® Without rear entertainment system With rear entertainment system AUDIO DISPLAY AUDIO DISPLAY CATEGORY BUTTONS PRESET BUTTONS SCAN BUTTON BUTTON CATEGORY BUTTONS SCAN BUTTON TUNE TUNE KNOB POWER/ POWER/ KNOB...
Page 215: Playing The Xm Satellite Radio (Models With Navigation System)
Main Menu Table Of Contents Playing the XM Satellite Radio (Models with navigation system) ® Your vehicle is capable of receiving Operating the XM Radio Push the AUDIO button to display Satellite Radio anywhere in the XM information on the screen. You ®...
Page 216 Main Menu Table Of Contents Playing the XM Satellite Radio (Models with navigation system) ® MODE － To switch between the TUNE － Turn the TUNE knob to In the category mode, such as Jazz, category mode and channel mode, Rock, Classical, etc., you can change channel selections.
Page 217 Main Menu Table Of Contents Playing the XM Satellite Radio (Models with navigation system) ® CATEGORY (－ or ＋) － Press SCAN － The scan function gives The system plays each channel in either button to select another you a sampling of all channels while numerical order for a few seconds, category.
Page 218 Main Menu Table Of Contents Playing the XM Satellite Radio (Models with navigation system) ® 2. Use the tune or scan function to 5. Press the button or scroll tune to a desired channel. up again. The other XM band will XM BAND be shown.
Page 219 Main Menu Table Of Contents Playing the XM Satellite Radio (Models with navigation system) ® ‘‘NO SIGNAL’’ － The signal is XM Radio Display Messages currently too weak. Move the vehicle to an area ‘‘LOADING’’ － XM is loading the away from tall audio or program buildings, and...
Page 220 Main Menu Table Of Contents Playing the XM Satellite Radio (Models with navigation system) ® The XM satellites are in orbit over the equator; therefore, objects south Signal may be blocked by Signal weaker in of the vehicle may cause satellite mountains or large obstacles to these areas.
Page 221 Main Menu Table Of Contents Playing the XM Satellite Radio (Models with navigation system) ® Depending on where you drive, you After you've registered with XM Radio, As required by the FCC: keep your audio system in the Satellite Changes or modifications not expressly may experience reception problems.
Page 222: Playing Discs (Models With Navigation System)
Main Menu Table Of Contents Playing Discs (Models with navigation system) Without rear entertainment system With rear entertainment system AUDIO DISPLAY AUDIO DISPLAY REPEAT BUTTON RANDOM BUTTON PRESET BUTTONS SEEK BUTTONS SCAN RANDOM SCAN BUTTON BUTTON BUTTON SEEK LOAD EJECT LOAD BUTTONS BUTTON...
Page 223 Main Menu Table Of Contents Playing Discs (Models with navigation system) Your vehicle's audio system has an The changer can also play MP3 or in-dash disc changer with the same WMA format (see page 224). controls used for the radio. To DVD-A discs not meeting DVD operate the disc changer, the ignition verification standards may not be...
Page 224 Main Menu Table Of Contents Playing Discs (Models with navigation system) 3. When ‘‘LOAD’’ appears in the 2. ‘‘NO DISC’’ is shown on the screen audio display again, insert the next for an empty position in the Do not use discs with adhesive labels. disc into the slot.
Page 225 Main Menu Table Of Contents Playing Discs (Models with navigation system) The player can play CD-TEXT, MP3, If the disc does not carry album, To Play a Disc and WMA formats. track, or artist name, pressing the DISP button changes the display When you play CD-TEXT, you will from normal display to ‘‘NO INFO’’.
Page 226 Main Menu Table Of Contents Playing Discs (Models with navigation system) To Choose a Track Track Scan Disc Scan When you press the SCAN button or When you press the SCAN button scroll down and push the interface repeatedly until you see D-SCAN in selector to the left, the next track of the audio display, or push down the the current track plays for about 10...
Page 227 Main Menu Table Of Contents Playing Discs (Models with navigation system) Disc Repeat Random Play Track Repeat To replay the current track To replay the current disc To play the tracks of the current disc continuously, press and release the continuously, press the RPT button in random order, press and release the RDM button, or use the interface...
Page 228 Main Menu Table Of Contents Playing Discs (Models with navigation system) The specifications of the compatible To Pause a Disc Playing a DVD-A Disc To pause a disc, press the preset Use the disc controls previously WMA files are: button which corresponds to the described.
Page 229 Main Menu Table Of Contents Playing Discs (Models with navigation system) Changing the Folders Changing and Selecting the Folders/ Files While playing an MP3/WMA disc, you can select a folder within the disc by turning the TUNE knob. Each time you rotate the knob, the folder title and its first file's information appear in the audio display in recorded order.
Page 230 Main Menu Table Of Contents Playing Discs (Models with navigation system) Folder Scan Folder Repeat Folder Random This feature, when activated, samples This feature, when activated, replays This feature, when activated, plays in the first file of each folder for 10 all files on the selected folder.
Page 231 Main Menu Table Of Contents Playing Discs (Models with navigation system) To remove a different disc from the Removing Discs from the Changer To remove the disc that is currently changer, first select it by pressing playing, press the eject button. You the corresponding number on the will see ‘‘EJECT’’...
Page 232: Disc Changer Error Messages
Main Menu Table Of Contents Disc Changer Error Messages Error Message Cause Solution The chart on the right explains the error messages you may see in the HEAT ERROR High Temperature Will disappear when the temperature returns to normal. display while playing a disc. Track/File format not Current track will be skipped.
Page 233: Protecting Your Discs
Main Menu Table Of Contents Protecting Your Discs Protecting Discs General Information When using CD-R or CD-RW When a disc is not being played, ● discs, use only high quality discs store it in its case to protect it from labeled for audio use.
Page 234 Main Menu Table Of Contents Protecting Your Discs 1. Bubbled, wrinkled, labeled and excessively thick discs Additional Information on Recommended Discs The in-dash disc player/changer has a sophisticated and delicate mechanism. If you insert a damaged disc as indicated in this section, it may become stuck inside and damage the audio unit.
Page 235 Main Menu Table Of Contents Protecting Your Discs 4. Small, irregular shaped discs 5. Discs with scratches, dirty discs Recommended discs are printed ● with the following logo. For the rear entertainment system, see page 264. 3-inch (8-cm) CD Triangle Shape Fingerprints, scratches, etc.
Page 236: Auxiliary Input Jack
Main Menu Table Of Contents Auxiliary Input Jack All models except U.S. Entertainment U.S. Entertainment Package and Package and Canadian Elite Package Canadian Elite Package models models Auxiliary input jacks and headphone The auxiliary input jack is inside the connectors for the rear front console compartment.
Page 237: Remote Audio Controls
Main Menu Table Of Contents Remote Audio Controls The VOL button adjusts the volume If you are playing a disc, the system up (▲) or down (▼). Press the top skips to the beginning of the next or bottom of the button, hold it until track each time you press the top (＋) of the CH button.
Page 238 Main Menu Table Of Contents Remote Audio Controls If you are listening to XM Satellite If you are playing a DVD video, use Radio, use the CH button to change the channel button to change channels. Each time you press the chapters.
Page 239: Radio Theft Protection
Main Menu Table Of Contents Radio Theft Protection Your vehicle's audio system may If your vehicle's battery is The system will retain your AM and disable itself if it is disconnected disconnected or goes dead, or the FM presets even if power is from electrical power for any reason.
Page 240: Setting The Clock And Calendar
Main Menu Table Of Contents Setting the Clock and Calendar 4. After you set the day information, pressing the SET button again will cancel this setting mode and the system shows the adjusted display. The system will also automatically return to the normal display about 10 seconds after you stop adjusting a mode.
Page 241: Rear Entertainment System
Main Menu Table Of Contents Rear Entertainment System To Turn On the System The rear system selects the source it Available on U.S. Entertainment Package and Canadian Elite Package models Press the REAR PWR button. The was last set to. If that source has Your vehicle is equipped with a rear indicator on the REAR PWR button been removed (the DVD has been...
Page 242 Main Menu Table Of Contents Rear Entertainment System U.S. Entertainment Package and Canadian Elite Package models REAR PWR BUTTON REAR CTRL OFF BUTTON Overhead Screen Unit FRONT SOURCE BUTTON REAR SOURCE BUTTON 2009 MDX...
Page 243 Main Menu Table Of Contents Rear Entertainment System Operating the DVD Player from To Select Rear Entertainment 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, press entertainment system can play DVD the REAR SOURCE button.
Page 244 Main Menu Table Of Contents Rear Entertainment System Insert a DVD into the lower DVD/ U.S. Entertainment Package and CD slot in the audio unit. Canadian Elite Package models Push the DVD in halfway, the drive will pull it in the rest of the way. SEEK/SKIP BUTTONS PLAY －...
Page 245 Main Menu Table Of Contents Rear Entertainment System SEEK/SKIP － Press and hold the EJECT － Press the eject button to Using the Rear Control Panel ＋ button to move forward; you will remove the DVD from the drive. To turn on the rear entertainment see the time elapsed shown in the system from the rear control panel, To Return to Front Audio Controls...
Page 246 Main Menu Table Of Contents Rear Entertainment System To Play the Radio from the Rear Control Panel Use the ▲ , ▼ , , or button to highlight SEEK, TUNE, AUTO SELECT, SCAN, or one of the preset REAR CONTROL PANEL radio stations on the overhead screen.
Page 247 Main Menu Table Of Contents Rear Entertainment System While the overhead screen is closed, To Play a Disc in the 6-Disc To change the disc currently playing, use the ▲ , ▼ , you can see the XM radio Changer from the Rear Control , or button to information in the subsidiary display...
Page 248 Main Menu Table Of Contents Rear Entertainment System To Play a DVD from the Rear REAR CONTROL PANEL Control Panel The video screen is for use by rear seat passengers only. The driver and front seat passenger should not try to view the screen while driving.
Page 249 Main Menu Table Of Contents Rear Entertainment System MENU SCROLL Button Top Menu DISP Button When you select ‘‘TOP MENU’’, the When you press the DISP button When you press the MENU SCROLL while a DVD is playing, the current button while a DVD is playing, the screen changes to the DVD's title status of title, chapter, elapsed time,...
Page 250 Main Menu Table Of Contents Rear Entertainment System ‘‘Audio’’ Menu Play Mode When you select ‘‘MENU’’ with the When you select ‘‘PLAY MODE’’ To change the Audio setting, highlight ‘‘Audio’’ from the play button, the screen changes to with the button, you can mode menu with the ▼...
Page 251 Main Menu Table Of Contents Rear Entertainment System ‘‘Subtitle’’ The selectable languages vary from After selecting your desired subtitle, DVD to DVD, and this feature may press the RETURN button or cursor back with the ▼ or ▲ button to go not be available on some DVDs.
Page 252 Main Menu Table Of Contents Rear Entertainment System ‘‘Angle’’ If there are no multiple angles Search available on the DVD, you cannot change from ‘‘Angle 1’’. Press the RETURN button or cursor back with the ▼ or ▲ button to go back to the top of the Play Mode menu.
Page 253 Main Menu Table Of Contents Rear Entertainment System ‘‘Title/Chapter Search’’ NumInput Select the first digit number using the ▼ , ▲ , , or button, and With ‘‘Title’’ highlighted, use the A numerical command can be issued enter it by pressing the ENT button. button to jump to your desired to a DVD by inputting a two digit If you want to change the number,...
Page 254 Main Menu Table Of Contents Rear Entertainment System Select and enter the second digit SETUP Button Disp Adjust To adjust the display, highlight ‘‘Disp number the same way. The cursor will automatically move to the ‘‘ENT’’ Adjust’’ from the setup menu with the ▼...
Page 255 Main Menu Table Of Contents Rear Entertainment System Select the quality you want to adjust If you want to set the display to the The display changes as shown above. by pressing the ▼ or ▲ button. default setting, select ‘‘Reset’’ by Select ‘‘Yes,’’...
Page 256 Main Menu Table Of Contents Rear Entertainment System The selected setting will be Aspect Ratio You can set the screen mode to these highlighted in blue for one second, settings: and the screen returns to the play mode in the selected setting. Normal ●...
Page 257 Main Menu Table Of Contents Rear Entertainment System Select ‘‘Cinema,’’ ‘‘Music,’’ or ‘‘Voice’’ If you select ‘‘Off,’’ the logo Personal Surround by pressing the button, and disappears, and there will be no enter your selection by pressing the special sound effect. ENT button.
Page 258 Main Menu Table Of Contents Rear Entertainment System INITIAL SETTINGS Menu INITIAL SETTINGS (Language) Menu Language When you select ‘‘Language’’ with When you press the SETUP button To select the language used in the DISC menus, select ‘‘Menu on the rear control panel when a button, the menu shown DVD is not playing, the ‘‘INITIAL Language’’...
Page 259 Main Menu Table Of Contents Rear Entertainment System If you select ‘‘No,’’ and press the Select the desired language by If you want another language than pressing the button, and then those listed, you need to enter the ENT button, the display returns to the initial screen of the ‘‘Language’’...
Page 260 Main Menu Table Of Contents Rear Entertainment System Audio Language If you select ‘‘Yes,’’ the display If you made a mistake entering a number digit, select ‘‘DEL’’ on the changes to the language code input You can select the dubbed language display with the ▼...
Page 261 Main Menu Table Of Contents Rear Entertainment System Subtitle Language INITIAL SETTINGS (Others) Dynamic Range ‘‘Dynamic Range’’ reduces the differences between the loud and quiet sound levels throughout the disc. When this is on, the louder sounds are lowered, and quieter sounds are increased.
Page 262 Main Menu Table Of Contents Rear Entertainment System Angle Mark ANGLE MARK When you select the ‘‘Dynamic Select ‘‘Angle Mark’’ by pressing the Range’’ by pressing the ▼ or ▲ ▼ or ▲ button. The above submenu When you switch to another angle button, you will see the submenu appears.
Page 263 Main Menu Table Of Contents Rear Entertainment System Parental Level You can place an auditory restriction by changing the parental control level. The higher the level number, the lower the restriction. Highlight ‘‘Parental Level’’ and press When you select and enter ‘‘Yes,’’ the the ENT button.
Page 264 Main Menu Table Of Contents Rear Entertainment System Changing the Password If the system does not recognize the If you enter the password correctly, password you entered, you will see you can then change the parental The password was set to ‘‘1111’’ the above display.
Page 265 Main Menu Table Of Contents Rear Entertainment System To change the password, select Select the first digit by pressing the If the system does not recognize the ‘‘Password.’’ You will see the above ▼ , ▲ , , or button, and enter it password you entered, you will see menu displayed.
Page 266 Main Menu Table Of Contents Rear Entertainment System Remote Control RELEASE BUTTON If you forget the password, select The display changes as shown above. ‘‘Password,’’ and press the ▲ button If you want to use the default The rear control panel can be password (1111), select ‘‘Yes,’’...
Page 267 Main Menu Table Of Contents Rear Entertainment System An improperly disposed of battery Replacing the Remote Control As required by the FCC: This device complies with Part 15 of the Batteries can hurt the environment. FCC rules. Operation is subject to the Always confirm local regulations for COVER following two conditions: (1) This device...
Page 268 Main Menu Table Of Contents Rear Entertainment System The DVD player can also play discs Playable DVDs Protecting DVDs recorded in MP3/WMA formats and The tips on how to handle and DTS CDs. protect DVDs are basically the same as those for compact discs. Refer to Those packages or jackets should ‘‘Protecting Your CDs’’...
Page 269 Main Menu Table Of Contents Rear Entertainment System Error Message Cause Solution DVD Player Error Messages The chart on the right explains the Press the disc eject button, and remove the disc. Check for an error indication. Insert the disc again. error messages you may see in the FOCUS Error DISC ERROR...
Page 270 Main Menu Table Of Contents Rear Entertainment System To use the headphones, pivot the Wireless Headphones earpieces outward. This turns them on. To adjust the volume, turn the dial on the bottom of the right earpiece. When you remove the headphones, the earpieces automatically pivot inward, and the headphones turn off.
Page 271 Main Menu Table Of Contents Rear Entertainment System Replacing Batteries Auxiliary Input Jacks COVER BATTERY Remove the battery. Install the new battery in the earpiece as shown in Each headphone uses one AAA Auxiliary input jacks and headphone the diagram next to the battery slot. battery.
Page 272 Main Menu Table Of Contents Rear Entertainment System VOLUME DIALS AUXILIARY INPUT JACKS HEADPHONE CONNECTORS The system will accept auxiliary There are three headphone inputs from standard video games connectors for the third seat and video equipment. passengers. Each connector has its Some video game power supplies own volume control.
Page 273: Security System
Main Menu Table Of Contents Security System The security system helps to protect The security system will not set if the your vehicle and valuables from hood, tailgate, or any door is not fully theft. The horn sounds and a closed.
Page 274: Cruise Control
Main Menu Table Of Contents Cruise Control Cruise control allows you to maintain 3. Press and release the SET/ Using Cruise Control a set speed above 25 mph (40 km/h) DECEL button on the steering CRUISE BUTTON without keeping your foot on the wheel.
Page 275 Main Menu Table Of Contents Cruise Control Cruise control may not hold the set Changing the Set Speed You can decrease the set cruising speed when you are going up and You can increase the set cruising speed in any of these ways: down hills.
Page 276 Main Menu Table Of Contents Cruise Control Even with cruise control turned on, Cancelling Cruise Control Resuming the Set Speed you can still use the accelerator pedal When you push the CANCEL button to speed up for passing. After or tap the brake pedal, the system CRUISE BUTTON completing the pass, take your foot remembers the previously set speed.
Page 277: Compass
Main Menu Table Of Contents Compass Compass Operation Canadian MDX model Compass operation can be affected by driving near power lines or Press and stations, across bridges, through hold SET tunnels, over railroad crossings, past Press SET large vehicles, or driving near large Press ▼...
Page 278 Main Menu Table Of Contents Compass 6. When the display goes from 4. Find the zone for your area on the ‘‘－－’’ to an actual heading, the map. unit is calibrated and the display 5. If the zone is incorrect, press the returns to normal.
Page 279 Main Menu Table Of Contents Compass Zone Map CONTINUED 2009 MDX...
Page 280: Homelink
Main Menu Table Of Contents HomeLink Universal Transceiver ® The HomeLink Universal Units manufactured between April 1, Important Safety Precautions ® Refer to the safety information that came Transceiver built into your vehicle 1982 and January 1, 1993 may be with your garage door opener to test that can be programmed to operate up to equipped with safety stop and...
Page 281 Main Menu Table Of Contents HomeLink Universal Transceiver ® If you are training the second or third buttons, go directly to step 1. Training a Button Retraining a Button Press and hold the programmed Homelink button for about a Press and hold the desired Position the remote transmitter you second.
Page 282: Bluetooth Handsfreelink
In Canada, visit or call www.acura.ca, Operation is subject to the following two 1-888-9-ACURA-9. The HFL is conditions: (1) this device may not cause available in English on U.S. models, interference, and (2) this device must and in both English and French on accept any interference that may cause Canadian models.
Page 283 Using Voice approved phone by visiting make a call directly and store a Control on page 282. www.acura.com/handsfreelink , or by desired number in the HFL from the calling the HandsFreeLink list shown on the navigation display.
Page 284 Main Menu Table Of Contents Bluetooth HandsFreeLink ® ® HFL Back: This button is used to end Microphone HFL Buttons The HFL microphone is on the a call, go back to the previous voice HFL TALK BUTTON ceiling, between the front map lights control command, and to cancel an and the console buttons.
Page 285 Main Menu Table Of Contents Bluetooth HandsFreeLink ® ® － Indicates the Signal Strength ꭧ How to Use the HFL Multi-Information Display ● network signal strength of the The HFL is operated by the HFL SIGNAL BATTERY current phone. Five bars equals Talk and Back buttons on the left STRENGTH MODE...
Page 286 Main Menu Table Of Contents Bluetooth HandsFreeLink ® ® Give a voice command in a clear To hear a list of available options at Using Voice Control ● ● Here are some guidelines for using natural speaking voice without any time, press the Talk button, wait for the beep, and say, ‘‘Hands voice control: pausing between words or...
Page 287 Main Menu Table Of Contents Bluetooth HandsFreeLink ® ® To go back one step in a command When you finish a command Setting Up the System ● ● process, say, ‘‘Go back,’’ or press sequence, the HFL goes back to The voice of the HFL can be set to the Back button.
Page 288 Main Menu Table Of Contents Bluetooth HandsFreeLink ® ® 3. Press and release the Talk button. 5. Press and release the Talk button. Setting Your Passcode After the beep, say ‘‘Male’’ or After the beep, say ‘‘Ring tone’’ or The HFL will accept a numeric, four- ‘‘Female,’’...
Page 289 If you say ‘‘No.’’ after the beep, the 2. Press and release the Talk button. 1-888-9-ACURA-9. Your phone HFL response is ‘‘Security will not After the beep, say your four-digit retailer should also be able to passcode. For example, say ‘‘1, 2, be used.
Page 290 When it comes up, select perform this function while the operating manual, visit HandsFreeLink from the list of vehicle is stopped. State a four- www.acura.com/handsfreelink, call options displayed on your phone. digit code for pairing. Note this the Hands Free Link consumer ®...
Page 291 Main Menu Table Of Contents Bluetooth HandsFreeLink ® ® 7. Press and release the Talk button. To rename a paired phone, do this: To delete a paired phone, do this: After the beep, say the name you 1. Press and release the Talk button. 1.
Page 292 Main Menu Table Of Contents Bluetooth HandsFreeLink ® ® 5. Press and release the Talk button. To find out the status of the phone being To change from the currently linked If you say ‘‘OK’’ after the beep, the used, do this: phone to another paired phone, do this: HFL response is ‘‘The phone has 1.
Page 293 Main Menu Table Of Contents Bluetooth HandsFreeLink ® ® 2. Press and release the Talk button. Making a Call To make a call using a name in the HFL phonebook, do this: You can make calls using any phone After the beep, say the number number, or by using a name in the you want to call.
Page 294 Main Menu Table Of Contents Bluetooth HandsFreeLink ® ® 4. To end the call, press the Back 3. Press and release the Talk button. Sending Numbers or Names After the beep, say ‘‘Send.’’ The button. During a Call The HFL allows you to send dial tones will be sent, and the call To redial the last number called by numbers or names during a call.
Page 295 Main Menu Table Of Contents Bluetooth HandsFreeLink ® ® Transferring a Call Muting a Call Receiving a Call If you receive a call when you are not During a call, you can transfer it from During a call, you can mute or on the phone, the HFL interrupts the the HFL to your phone, or from your unmute your voice to the person you...
Page 296 Main Menu Table Of Contents Bluetooth HandsFreeLink ® ® 3. Press and release the Talk button. Setting up the Phonebook To edit the number of a name, do this: The HFL phonebook can store up to After the beep, say the name you 1.
Page 297 Main Menu Table Of Contents Bluetooth HandsFreeLink ® ® 5. Press and release the Talk button. 4. Press and release the Talk button. To call a name from the phonebook list, After the beep, say ‘‘Enter.’’ The After the beep, say ‘‘Yes.’’ The do this: HFL response is ‘‘The number has HFL response is, ‘‘The name has...
Page 298 3. Select a desired number from the www.acura.ca or call list on your phone, and transmit/ send (individual steps will vary for (888) 9-ACURA-9. You can see your phone's owner's manual for each type of phone, refer to your information. phone's owner's manual) via Bluetooth.
Page 299 ‘‘No.’’ The HFL this number, say ‘Discard.’ ’’ (888) 528-7876. In Canada, visit response is ‘‘Returning to the main or call www.acura.ca menu.’’ (888) 9-ACURA-9. You can see your phone's owner's manual for information. CONTINUED 2009 MDX...
Page 300 Main Menu Table Of Contents Bluetooth HandsFreeLink ® ® PIN Number: This option allows you Search Imported Phonebook: This to add, change, or remove a PIN option allows you to search the number for any phonebook that has phone numbers stored in the HFL. been imported.
Page 301 Main Menu Table Of Contents Bluetooth HandsFreeLink ® ® To import the cellular phonebook NOTE: To search the imported phonebook You can import the phonebook of HFL does not allow you to pair ● your cellular phone in the HFL. Link your phone if the vehicle is your phone to the HFL and select moving.
Page 302 Main Menu Table Of Contents Bluetooth HandsFreeLink ® ® Select a phonebook from the Select the number (1－6) of the displayed list. If the phonebook you desired person from the list. select has a PIN icon, you will need Up to three category icons are the 4-digit PIN number to access the displayed in the right side of the list.
Page 303 Main Menu Table Of Contents Bluetooth HandsFreeLink ® ® To store in the Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ® Work Pager After selecting a person, the system will display a list of the person's phone numbers. Say or select ‘‘STORE IN HandsFreeLink’’ from the ‘‘Select a Select the desired number from the number to call’’...
Page 304 Main Menu Table Of Contents Bluetooth HandsFreeLink ® ® To delete the imported phonebook Say or select ‘‘Yes’’, and the message Enter the PIN number to access the ‘‘The imported phonebook has been phonebook. You cannot access a PIN You can delete the stored phonebook deleted.’’...
Page 305 Main Menu Table Of Contents Bluetooth HandsFreeLink ® ® To add, change, or remove a PIN To add a PIN number number from any phonebook 2. Enter the 4-digit PIN number. You will be asked to re-enter the PIN to 1.
Page 306 Main Menu Table Of Contents Bluetooth HandsFreeLink ® ® To change a PIN number 2. Enter your current PIN number. 3. Enter your new 4-digit PIN number. You will be asked to re- 1. Select the phonebook that you enter the PIN to verify. wish to change the PIN number for.
Page 307 Main Menu Table Of Contents Bluetooth HandsFreeLink ® ® 3. Press and release the Talk button. 4. Press and release the Talk button. Clearing the System After the beep, say ‘‘Yes.’’ The After the beep, say ‘‘OK’’ to This operation clears the HFL of HFL response is ‘‘Preparing to proceed, or say ‘‘Go back’’...
Page 308 Main Menu Table Of Contents Bluetooth HandsFreeLink ® ® 3. Press and release the Talk button. 4. The HFL response is, for example, Changing Language After the beep, say ‘‘Oui’’ or ‘‘Yes.’’ ‘‘Quel est le nom Français pour Canadian models only ＜Paul's phone＞?’’...
Page 309 Main Menu Table Of Contents Bluetooth HandsFreeLink ® ® 4. The HFL says, for example, ‘‘What 3. Press and release the Talk button. To change from French to English, do After the beep, say ‘‘Yes’’ or ‘‘Oui.’’ this: is the English name for ＜Téléphone de Paul＞?’’...
Page 310 Main Menu Table Of Contents Bluetooth HandsFreeLink ® ® As required by the FCC: 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 311: Acuralink (U.s. Models Only)
Acura Server. and a selector. items. When you make a selection, Working through the XM radio...
Page 312 Main Menu Table Of Contents AcuraLink (U.S. models only) ® To view previously read messages: Reading Messages If you have new messages, an envelope icon appears in the top right corner of the navigation screen. A list of all messages will be shown. New Messages will be at the top.
Page 313 Main Menu Table Of Contents AcuraLink (U.S. models only) ® Unread messages have a closed Message Options envelope icon next to them. The icon disappears when it has already been read. NOTE: Only Diagnostic Info messages overlay the navigation screen while driving. They indicate if your vehicle has a problem that may need immediate attention (see page 314).
Page 314 When this button to call the Acura dealer compatible data service and be set up you select the Voice button, it you purchased your vehicle from.
Page 315 Main Menu Table Of Contents AcuraLink (U.S. models only) ® To delete all messages: Use the interface knob to scroll to Deleting Messages ● NOTE: Diagnostic info and recall/ the AcuraLink/Messages button, NOTE: The Delete All Messages campaign messages can only be and select it by pressing ENTER command does not apply to deleted by your dealer.
Page 316 The system can store up to 256 messages. Message categories can be added, revised, or deleted through broadcast messages from Acura. These messages, based on updated During the first 90 days of vehicle information and comments ownership, one of up to 32 different from other MDX owners, supplement messages appears each day.
Page 317 Main Menu Table Of Contents AcuraLink (U.S. models only) ® You can then use the message Recall/Campaigns Maintenance Minder options to call your dealer for an appointment or to find the nearest dealer. These messages provide detailed If your vehicle is affected by a recall information about the service needed or other important safety for your vehicle.
Page 318 Main Menu Table Of Contents AcuraLink (U.S. models only) ® Depending on the severity of the Diagnostic Info When an indicator comes on or a problem, the message will let you message is displayed on the Multi- know if you should see your dealer Information Display (MID), immediately or if you can wait until a AcuraLink can provide information...
Page 319 When viewing a diagnostic info Dealer Appointment Reminder message through the INFO menu, you can use the Diagnostic Info button to connect to the Acura server and retrieve the latest information regarding the problem. NOTE: There may not be any...
Page 320 Auto Reading － Select ON to have problem is corrected, or through a broadcast message from Acura. the system automatically read each message to you. Select OFF to manually select the Voice button when you want a message read to you.
Page 321 Phone-Data Connection － Select To find more information on this button to begin the process Bluetooth compatible and enabled ® required to connect to Acura. This is cell phones, visit used to access the most recent www.acura.com/handsfreelink or call diagnostic information when a...
Page 322 Table Of Contents AcuraLink (U.S. models only) ® Connect to the Acura Server － As required by the FCC: This device complies with Part 15 of the The default setting is prompt. When FCC rules. Operation is subject to the...
Page 323: Rearview Camera And Monitor
Main Menu Table Of Contents Rearview Camera and Monitor Since the rearview camera display On models with navigation system area is limited, you should always back up slowly and carefully, and look behind you for obstacles. Whenever you shift to reverse (R) with the ignition switch in the ON (II) position, the rearview is shown on the navigation system screen.
Page 324 Main Menu Table Of Contents 2009 MDX...
Page 325 Main Menu Before Driving ......Before you begin driving your Break-in Period ....vehicle, you should know what Fuel Recommendation ..gasoline to use and how to check the Service Station Procedures ......... levels of important fluids. You also Refueling ..
Page 326: Break-In Period
Main Menu Table Of Contents Break-in Period, Fuel Recommendation Use of gasoline with these additives Break-in Period Fuel Recommendation Help assure your vehicle's future Your vehicle is designed to operate may adversely affect performance, reliability and performance by paying on premium unleaded gasoline with and cause the malfunction indicator extra attention to how you drive a pump octane of 91 or higher.
Page 327: Service Station Procedures
Main Menu Table Of Contents Service Station Procedures even Refueling If the fuel nozzle keeps clicking off FUEL FILL CAP though the tank is not full, there may be a problem with your vehicle's fuel TETHER vapor recovery system. The system helps keep fuel vapor from going into the atmosphere.
Page 328: Tighten Fuel Cap Message
Main Menu Table Of Contents Service Station Procedures 5. Screw the fuel fill cap back on until If the system still detects a leak in Tighten Fuel Cap Message it clicks at least once. If you do not the vehicle's evaporative emissions properly tighten the cap, you will system, the malfunction indicator see a ‘‘TIGHTEN FUEL CAP’’...
Page 329: Opening And Closing The Hood
Main Menu Table Of Contents Service Station Procedures 3. Lift the hood up most of the way. Opening and Closing the Hood The hydraulic supports will lift it up the rest of the way and hold it HOOD RELEASE HANDLE To close the hood, lower the hood to about a foot (30 cm) above the fender, then press down firmly with...
Page 330: Oil Check
Main Menu Table Of Contents Service Station Procedures Oil Check Engine Coolant Check DIPSTICK RESERVE TANK UPPER MARK LOWER MARK 4. Remove the dipstick again, and check the level. It should be Look at the coolant level in the Wait a few minutes after turning the between the upper and lower radiator reserve tank.
Page 331: Fuel Economy
Main Menu Table Of Contents Fuel Economy Actual Mileage and EPA Fuel Economy Estimates Comparison. City MPG Highway MPG Fuel economy is not a fixed number. It varies based on driving conditions, driving habits and vehicle condition. Therefore, it is not possible for one set of estimates to predict fuel economy precisely for all drivers in Combined Fuel...
Page 332 Main Menu Table Of Contents Fuel Economy Observe the speed limit － Use the recommended viscosity Fuel Economy Factors ● ● motor oil, displaying the API The following factors can lower your Aerodynamic drag has a big effect Certification Seal (see page 393). vehicle's fuel economy: on fuel mileage at speeds above 45 mph (75 km/h).
Page 333 Main Menu Table Of Contents Fuel Economy Checking Your Fuel Economy Minimize the use of the air ● conditioning system － The A/C puts an extra load on the engine which makes it use more fuel. Use the fresh-air ventilation when possible.
Page 334: Accessories And Modifications
Be sure electronic accessories do ● Accessories or killed. not overload electrical circuits (see Your dealer has Acura accessories page 440) or interfere with proper that allow you to personalize your Follow all instructions in this operation of your vehicle.
Page 335 Raising your vehicle with a non- ● Acura suspension kit can affect the handling and stability. Non-Acura wheels, because they ● are a universal design, can cause...
Page 336: Carrying Cargo
Main Menu Table Of Contents Carrying Cargo Your vehicle has several convenient storage areas: CONSOLE COMPARTMENT Glove box ● DOOR POCKETS GLOVE BOX Door and seat-back pockets ● REAR COMPARTMENT Rear cargo area, including the ● second and third row seats when folded flat Console compartment ●...
Page 337 Main Menu Table Of Contents Carrying Cargo (4) The resulting figure equals the Load Limits The maximum load for your vehicle available amount of cargo and Overloading or improper is 1,158 lbs (525 kg). luggage load capacity. For loading can affect handling and example, if the ‘‘XXX’’...
Page 338 Main Menu Table Of Contents Carrying Cargo In addition, the total weight of the vehicle, all occupants, accessories, cargo, and trailer tongue load must Example 1 not exceed the Gross Vehicle Weight Max Load (1,158 lbs) Passenger Weight Cargo Weight Rating (GVWR) or the Gross Axle (150 lbs x 2 = 300 lbs) (858 lbs)
Page 339 Main Menu Table Of Contents Carrying Cargo Carrying Cargo in the Cargo Area If you carry large items that Carrying Cargo in the Passenger ● Compartment or on a Roof Rack prevent you from closing the Store or secure all items that could Distribute cargo evenly on the tailgate, exhaust gas can enter the ●...
Page 340 Main Menu Table Of Contents Carrying Cargo Optional Separation Net Cargo Hooks GROCERY HOOKS The separation net can be used to hold back soft, lightweight items stored in the cargo area. Heavy items should be tied down, as the net may not prevent them from being thrown about the vehicle in a crash or a sudden stop.
Page 341 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 Check Starting System ......includes important information on Message .....
Page 342: Driving Guidelines
Main Menu Table Of Contents Driving Guidelines, Preparing to Drive Do not modify your vehicle in any Driving Guidelines Preparing to Drive ● Your vehicle has higher ground way that would raise the center of You should do the following checks clearance that allows you to travel gravity.
Page 343: Starting The Engine
Main Menu Table Of Contents Preparing to Drive, Starting the Engine 6. Check the adjustment of the inside Starting the Engine If you hold the ignition switch in and outside mirrors (see page Your vehicle's starting system has an the START (III) position for more 154).
Page 344: Check Starting System Message
Main Menu Table Of Contents Starting the Engine 5. If the engine does not start within If this message is on, the ignition Check Starting System Message 15 seconds, or starts but stalls switch has to be held in the START right away, repeat step 4 with the (III) position manually until the accelerator pedal pressed halfway...
Page 345: Automatic Transmission
Main Menu Table Of Contents Automatic Transmission The ‘‘D’’ indicator comes on for a few Shifting Shift Lever Position Indicators seconds when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position. If it flashes while driving (in any shift position), it indicates a possible problem in the transmission.
Page 346 Main Menu Table Of Contents Automatic Transmission Drive (D) － Use this position for To shift from: Do this: To avoid transmission damage, come Press the brake pedal, and to a complete stop before shifting your normal driving. The P to R press the shift lever release into Park.
Page 347 Main Menu Table Of Contents Automatic Transmission Sequential SportShift Mode When you accelerate away from a (ꬽ) UP SHIFT stop, the transmission starts in first gear. You have to manually upshift between first and fifth gears. Make sure you upshift before the engine speed reaches the tachometer's red zone.
Page 348 Main Menu Table Of Contents Automatic Transmission The transmission may automatically Downshifting gives you more power If you try to manually downshift at a downshift from the higher gear to when climbing, and provides engine speed that would cause the engine to the lower gear under these braking when going down a steep exceed the redline in a lower gear,...
Page 349 Main Menu Table Of Contents Automatic Transmission The table shows the speed ranges for Starting in Second Gear To shift from Speed range When you are in Sequential upshifting and downshifting. SportShift mode, and the vehicle is 3 → 2 under 60 mph To shift from Speed range...
Page 350 Main Menu Table Of Contents Automatic Transmission ) － This position is similar Drive (D Engine Speed Limiter Shift Lock Release to D, except only the first three gears If you exceed the maximum speed This allows you to move the shift are selected.
Page 351 Main Menu Table Of Contents Automatic Transmission 6. Remove the key from the shift lock release slot, then reinstall the RELEASE BUTTON cover. Make sure the notch on the cover is on the driver's side. Press the brake pedal, and restart the engine.
Page 352: Super Handling-All Wheel Drive
Main Menu Table Of Contents Super Handling-All Wheel Drive™ (SH-AWD ) System ® The super handling-all wheel drive Each torque indicator is displayed as SH-AWD Torque Distribution (SH-AWD) system is a full time all- a bar graph divided into 5 segments. Monitor wheel-drive system that The number of segments represents...
Page 353 Main Menu Table Of Contents Super Handling-All Wheel Drive™ (SH-AWD ) System ® Your vehicle still has normal front- wheel drive with vehicle stability assist (VSA), but does not have the advantages of SH-AWD. Have your vehicle checked by a dealer as soon as possible.
Page 354: Parking
Main Menu Table Of Contents Parking Always use the parking brake when Never park over dry leaves, tall Parking Tips ● you park your vehicle. Make sure the Make sure the moonroof and the grass, or other flammable ● parking brake is set firmly, or your windows are closed.
Page 355: Tire Pressure Monitoring System (Tpms)
Main Menu Table Of Contents Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Your vehicle is equipped with a tire If you think you can safely drive a Low Tire Pressure/ pressure monitoring system (TPMS) TPMS Indicator short distance to a service station, that turns on every time you start the proceed slowly to the station, then When the low tire pressure/TPMS...
Page 356 Main Menu Table Of Contents Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) For example, if you check and fill Although your tire pressure is Tire Pressure Monitor your tires in a warm area, then drive monitored, you must manually check in extremely cold weather, the tire the tire pressures monthly.
Page 357 Main Menu Table Of Contents Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) This shows that front left tire Canadian model U.S. model is losing pressure. To see the inflation pressures of all Each tire pressure is shown in PSI Each tire has its own pressure four tires, press the SEL/RESET (U.S.
Page 358 Main Menu Table Of Contents Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) TPMS System Failure If any of the tires has low pressure, If there is a problem with the TPMS, the tire pressure monitor also shows the tire pressure monitor shows a If there is a problem with the TPMS, ‘‘SYSTEM FUNCTION ERROR’’...
Page 359 Main Menu Table Of Contents Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) If the low tire pressure/TPMS After the flat tire is replaced with the This indicator and the warning indicator comes on, or the multi- spare tire, the low tire pressure/ message on the multi-information information display shows a ‘‘CHECK TPMS indicator stays on while...
Page 360: Braking System
Main Menu Table Of Contents Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS), Braking System Constant application of the brakes As required by the FCC: Braking System This device complies with Part 15 of the Your vehicle is equipped with disc when going down a long hill builds FCC rules.
Page 361: Anti-Lock Brakes (Abs)
Main Menu Table Of Contents Braking System, Anti-lock Brakes (ABS) Anti-lock Brakes (ABS) You will feel a pulsation in the brake Braking System Design The hydraulic system that operates The anti-lock brake system (ABS) pedal when the ABS activates, and the brakes has two separate circuits.
Page 362 Main Menu Table Of Contents Anti-lock Brakes (ABS) If the ABS indicator and the brake ABS Indicator Important Safety Reminders system indicator come on together, ABS does not reduce the time or and the parking brake is fully distance it takes to stop the If this indicator comes on, the anti- released, the EBD system may also vehicle.
Page 363: Vehicle Stability Assist
Main Menu Table Of Contents Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA ), aka Electronic Stability Control (ESC), System ® The vehicle stability assist (VSA) If the indicator does not come on VSA Activation Indicator system helps to stabilize the vehicle when the ignition switch is turned to during cornering if the vehicle turns the ON (II) position, there may be a When VSA activates, you will see the...
Page 364 Main Menu Table Of Contents Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA ), aka Electronic Stability Control (ESC), System ® You will also see a ‘‘CHECK VSA VSA is turned on every time you start VSA Off Switch SYSTEM’’ message on the multi- the engine, even if you turned it off information display if there is a the last time you drove the vehicle.
Page 365: Active Damper System
Main Menu Table Of Contents Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA ), aka Electronic Stability Control (ESC), System, Active Damper System ® The system provides two selectable VSA and Tire Sizes U.S. Sport Packages and Canadian Elite models Driving with varying tire or wheel modes.
Page 366 Main Menu Table Of Contents Active Damper System To switch between comfort and sport When comfort mode is selected, the When sport mode is selected, the mode, press and release the active green indicator in the button comes green indicator in the button goes ON, and the message ‘‘COMFORT’’...
Page 367: Towing A Trailer
Main Menu Table Of Contents Active Damper System, Towing a Trailer If you see this warning indicator and Towing a Trailer Active Damper System Indicator message, have your vehicle checked Your vehicle has been designed at your dealer as soon as possible. primarily to carry passengers and If there is a problem with the active their cargo.
Page 368 Main Menu Table Of Contents Towing a Trailer Load Limit Exceeding any load limit or improperly loading your vehicle and trailer can cause a crash in which you can be seriously hurt or killed. Check the loading of your vehicle and trailer carefully before starting to drive.
Page 369 Main Menu Table Of Contents Towing a Trailer Estimating Loads To Estimate the Tongue Load Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) － The maximum allowable 1. Park the vehicle on level ground. The best way to confirm that all loads weight of the vehicle, all occupants, are within limits is to check them at a 2.
Page 370 Main Menu Table Of Contents Towing a Trailer MDX and Technology Packages models U.S. Sport Packages and Canadian Elite models If the Estimated If the Estimated difference is: tongue load is: difference is: tongue load is: 13/32’’ 150 lbs (68 kg) 1/2’’...
Page 371 Main Menu Table Of Contents Towing a Trailer Total Trailer Weight and Tongue Load Limits: Number of Maximum Total Trailer Weight Maximum Tongue Load ꭧ Occupants 5,000 lbs (2,268 kg) 500 lbs (227 kg) 4,751 lbs (2,155 kg) 470 lbs (213 kg) 4,500 lbs (2,041 kg) 370 lbs (168 kg) 4,250 lbs (1,928 kg)
Page 372 Main Menu Table Of Contents Towing a Trailer Checking Loads To accurately check your loads at the public scale, the vehicle and trailer should be fully loaded, and all occupants should stay in the vehicle while the attendant watches the scale.
Page 373 Accessories Towing generally requires a variety of supplemental equipment. To ensure the best quality, we recommend that you purchase Acura equipment whenever possible. Your dealer offers a trailer package 6. Check the weight of the hitched 7. Check the weight of the unhitched that includes a hitch, a ball mount, trailer.
Page 374 Trailer Brakes A 4-pin gray connector is available as We strongly recommend that you Acura recommends that any trailer an option at your dealer. This have your dealer install a class 3 with a total trailer weight of 1,000 lbs connector has all of the circuits hitch.
Page 375 Main Menu Table Of Contents Towing a Trailer Use this illustration to identify each Safety Chains Spare Tires Always use safety chains when you When towing a trailer, we terminal in the trailer brake tow a trailer. Make sure the chains recommend that you carry a full-size controller connector.
Page 376 Main Menu Table Of Contents Towing a Trailer If you use a non-Acura trailer lighting Trailer Lights harness and converter, you can get the mating connector and pins that ACCESSORY OPTION TRAILER BACK-UP LIGHT mate with the connector in your BACK-UP LIGHT (ꭥ)
Page 377 Main Menu Table Of Contents Towing a Trailer The lights and brakes on your Driving Safely With a Trailer Pre-Tow Checklist ● When preparing to tow, and before vehicle and the trailer are working The added weight, length, and driving away, be sure to check the properly.
Page 378 Main Menu Table Of Contents Towing a Trailer Towing Speeds and Gears When driving uphill and downhill, If the automatic transmission fluid Drive slower than normal in all use the Sequential SportShift mode temperature increases and exceeds driving situations, and obey posted to provide the proper engine power the specified limit, the A/T speed limits for vehicles with trailers.
Page 379 Main Menu Table Of Contents Towing a Trailer Driving on Hills Handling Crosswinds and Buffeting Retrieving a Boat When climbing hills, closely watch Crosswinds and air turbulence If the vehicle tires slip when your temperature gauge. If it nears caused by passing trucks can disrupt retrieving a boat from the water, the red (Hot) mark, turn the air your steering and cause the trailer to...
Page 380: Trailer Stability Assist
Main Menu Table Of Contents Trailer Stability Assist Your vehicle is equipped with trailer Under these conditions, trailer Trailer stability assist cannot prevent stability assist function. This function stability assist begins to stabilize the a loss of control. Always reduce the works on the same sensors as the vehicle/trailer combination by vehicle speed and steer firmly.
Page 381 Main Menu Table Of Contents Trailer Stability Assist In this case, your vehicle still has the If you turn off the VSA, the trailer Trailer Stability Assist Failure VSA traction and stability stability assist function also shuts off. enhancement, but it will not have the Press and hold the VSA off switch trailer stability assist function.
Page 382: Off-Highway Driving Guidelines
Main Menu Table Of Contents Off-Highway Driving Guidelines General Information Important Safety Precautions Your vehicle has been designed To avoid loss of control or rollover, Improperly operating this primarily for use on pavement. But be sure to follow all precautions and vehicle on or off-pavement can its higher ground clearance and recommendations.
Page 383 Main Menu Table Of Contents Off-Highway Driving Guidelines Accelerating and Braking Driving on Slopes Check Out Your Vehicle If you can't clearly see all conditions Before you leave the pavement, be For better traction on all surfaces, sure to do all scheduled maintenance accelerate slowly and gradually build or obstacles on a slope, walk the slope before you drive on it.
Page 384 Main Menu Table Of Contents Off-Highway Driving Guidelines The banks are sloped so you can If the water is deeper than the wheel You should never use a jack to try to ● drive out. hubs, some additional service may be get unstuck.
Page 385 Main Menu Maintenance ..... This section explains why it is Maintenance Safety ....important to keep your vehicle well Maintenance Minder ......maintained and how to follow basic Fluid Locations ..maintenance safety precautions. Engine Compartment Cover ...... Adding Engine Oil This section also includes Changing the Engine Oil and instructions on how to read the...
Page 386: Maintenance Safety
Main Menu Table Of Contents Maintenance Safety All service items not detailed in this Wear eye protection and protective Burns from hot parts. Let the ● ● section should be performed by a clothing when working with the engine and exhaust system cool certified technician or other qualified battery or compressed air.
Page 387: Maintenance Minder
Main Menu Table Of Contents Maintenance Minder One of the most convenient and Engine Oil Life Displayed Calculated Engine important features of the multi- Engine Oil Life Oil Life (%) information display on your vehicle is the maintenance minder. REMAINING ENGINE OIL LIFE 100% －...
Page 388 Main Menu Table Of Contents Maintenance Minder MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE MAIN ITEM SUB ITEMS When the remaining engine oil life is When the remaining oil life is 1 to 5 Press the SEL/RESET button on the 15 to 6 percent, the multi-information percent, the multi-information display steering wheel repeatedly to select display shows a ‘‘SERVICE DUE...
Page 389 Main Menu Table Of Contents Maintenance Minder These messages will come on every time you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position. Immediately have the service performed, and make sure to reset the oil life minder as previously described.
Page 390 Main Menu Table Of Contents Maintenance Minder This message is displayed when you TOTAL PAST DUE MILEAGE U.S. drive over 10 miles (for U.S. models) U.S. or 10 km (for Canadian models) after seeing the 0% message. Immediately have the service performed, and make sure to reset CANADA MAINTENANCE CODE...
Page 391 Main Menu Table Of Contents Maintenance Minder Resetting the Engine Oil Life Maintenance Main Items and Sub Items Display Your dealer will reset the display after completing the required maintenance service. You will see ‘‘OIL LIFE 100%’’ on the display the next time you turn the ignition MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE...
Page 392 Main Menu Table Of Contents Maintenance Minder Your authorized dealer knows your We recommend using Acura parts Important Maintenance vehicle best and can provide and fluids whenever you have Precautions If you have the required service done competent, efficient service.
Page 393 ＃ will not void your emissions you fill the fuel tank. See page 326. warranties. However, Acura Automatic transmission － Check recommends that all maintenance ● the fluid level monthly. See page...
Page 394 Main Menu Table Of Contents Maintenance Minder Symbol Maintenance Main Items Symbol Maintenance Sub Items ● Replace engine oil ● Rotate tires ● Replace engine oil and oil filter ● Replace air cleaner element ● Inspect front and rear brakes If you dirve in dusty conditions, replace every 15,000 miles (24,000 km).
Page 395: Fluid Locations
Main Menu Table Of Contents Fluid Locations BRAKE FLUID (Black cap) POWER STEERING FLUID (Red cap) ENGINE COOLANT RESERVOIR ENGINE OIL FILL CAP WASHER FLUID (Blue cap) AUTOMATIC ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK TRANSMISSION (Orange loop) FLUID DIPSTICK (Yellow loop) RADIATOR CAP CONTINUED 2009 MDX...
Page 396: Engine Compartment Cover
Main Menu Table Of Contents Engine Compartment Cover The component parts in the engine compartment are protected by the FRONT BULKHEAD COVER cover. You may need to remove the HOLDING CLIP cover when you perform some simple maintenance work. Cover is secured by holding clips. To remove the front bulkhead cover, remove the holding clips with a flat- tip screwdriver.
Page 397: Adding Engine Oil
American Petroleum Institute's latest requirements. It is highly recommended that you use Acura motor oil in your vehicle. Make sure the API Certification Seal says ‘‘For Gasoline Engines.’’ Unscrew and remove the engine oil fill cap on top of the valve cover.
Page 398: Changing The Engine Oil And Filter
Main Menu Table Of Contents Adding Engine Oil, Changing the Engine Oil and Filter Synthetic Oil Changing the Engine Oil and You may use a synthetic motor oil if Filter it meets the same requirements Always change the oil and filter given for a conventional motor oil: it according to the maintenance displays the API Certification Seal...
Page 399 Main Menu Table Of Contents Changing the Engine Oil and Filter 4. Install a new oil filter according to 7. Reinstall the engine oil fill cap. OIL FILTER the instructions that come with it. Start the engine. The oil pressure indicator should go out within 5 Make sure to clean off any dirt and seconds.
Page 400: Engine Coolant
Main Menu Table Of Contents Engine Coolant Always use Honda Long-life Anti- If the reserve tank is completely Adding Engine Coolant freeze/Coolant Type 2. This coolant empty, you should also check the is pre-mixed with 50 percent coolant level in the radiator. antifreeze and 50 percent water.
Page 401 Main Menu Table Of Contents Engine Coolant 4. The coolant level should be up to RADIATOR CAP RADIATOR CAP COVER the base of the filler neck. Add coolant if it is low. Pour the coolant slowly and carefully so you do not spill any. Clean up any spill immediately;...
Page 402: Windshield Washers
Main Menu Table Of Contents Engine Coolant, Windshield Washers Windshield Washers Check the fluid level in the Do not use engine antifreeze or a windshield washer reservoir at least vinegar/water solution in the monthly during normal use. windshield washer reservoir. Antifreeze If the washer fluid is low, a can damage your vehicle's paint, while ‘‘WASHER FLUID LOW’’...
Page 403: Automatic Transmission Fluid
Main Menu Table Of Contents Automatic Transmission Fluid The transmission should be drained DIPSTICK and refilled with new fluid when this service is shown on a maintenance message in the multi-information display. Check the fluid level with the engine UPPER MARK at normal operating temperature.
Page 404 Damage resulting from the use of transmission fluid other than Acura Always use Acura ATF-Z1 ATF-Z1 is not covered by the Acura (automatic transmission fluid.) new vehicle warranty. 6. Insert the dipstick all the way back into the transmission securely as shown in the illustration.
Page 405: Brake Fluid
Main Menu Table Of Contents Brake Fluid Replace the brake fluid when this Always use Honda Heavy Duty service is indicated on a maintenance Brake Fluid DOT 3. If it is not message in the multi-information available, you should use only DOT 3 display.
Page 406: Power Steering Fluid
Replace the timing belt every 60,000 with Acura PSF as soon as possible. miles (U.S.) or every 100,000 km A low power steering fluid level can (Canada) if you regularly drive your indicate a leak in the system.
Page 407: Lights
Main Menu Table Of Contents Lights Replacing a High Beam Headlight Headlight Aiming BULB The headlights were properly aimed Bulb when your vehicle was new. If you Your vehicle has halogen headlight regularly carry heavy items in the bulbs. When replacing a bulb, handle trunk or pull a trailer, readjustment it by its base, and protect the glass may be required.
Page 408 Main Menu Table Of Contents Lights 5. Insert the new bulb into the hole, Replacing Front Turn Signal/ PARKING LIGHT BULB and turn it one-quarter turn Parking and Side Marker Light clockwise to lock it in place. Bulbs 6. Push the electrical connector onto FRONT TURN SIGNAL LIGHT BULB the new bulb.
Page 409 Main Menu Table Of Contents Lights Replacing Front Fog/Daytime SIDE MARKER LIGHT Running Light Bulbs BULB Your vehicle uses halogen light BOLT bulbs. When replacing a bulb, handle it by its plastic case, and protect the glass from contact with your skin or hard objects.
Page 410 Main Menu Table Of Contents Lights Replacing Rear Bulbs CONNECTOR BOLT (in Rear Pillar) COVER BOLT INNER FENDER 3. Remove the electrical connector 2. Remove the two bolts, and remove from the bulb by pushing on the the rear light assembly from the tab and pulling the connector rear pillar.
Page 411 Main Menu Table Of Contents Lights 6. Push the new bulb straight into Replacing a Back-up Light Bulb the socket until it bottoms. 7. Turn on the lights to make sure the new bulb is working. 8. Put the socket back into the light assembly, and turn it clockwise to lock it in place.
Page 412 Main Menu Table Of Contents Lights 6. Put the socket back into the light Side Turn Signal Light assembly, and turn it clockwise to Each outside mirror has side turn BULB lock it in place. signal lights. The lights should be replaced by your dealer.
Page 413: Dust And Pollen Filter
Main Menu Table Of Contents Dust and Pollen Filter, Cleaning the Seat Belts Cleaning the Seat Belts Dirt build-up around the openings of Dust and Pollen Filter This filter removes the dust and the seat belt anchors can cause the pollen that is brought in from the belts to retract slowly.
Page 414: Floor Mats
Floor Mats Rear Front The floor mats that came with your If you use a non-Acura floor mat, vehicle hook over the floor mat make sure it fits properly and that it anchors. This keeps the floor mats can be used with the floor mat from sliding forward, possibly anchors.
Page 415: Wiper Blades
Main Menu Table Of Contents Wiper Blades Check the condition of the wiper WIPER ARMS blades at least every 6 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 416 Main Menu Table Of Contents Wiper Blades 5. Slide the new wiper blade into the BLADE BLADE holder until the tabs lock. 6. Slide the wiper blade assembly onto the wiper arm. Make sure it locks in place. 7. Lower the wiper arm against the window.
Page 417 Main Menu Table Of Contents Wiper Blades WIPER ARM BLADE REINFORCEMENT To replace the rear wiper blade: 2. Slide the blade out of the wiper 3. Examine the new wiper blades. If arm. they have no plastic or metal 1. Raise the wiper arm off the rear reinforcement along the back window.
Page 418 Main Menu Table Of Contents Wiper Blades 4. Slide the new blade into the wiper arm. Make sure it is engaged in the slot along its full length. 5. Lower the wiper arm. 2009 MDX...
Page 419: Tires
Main Menu Table Of Contents Tires To safely operate your vehicle, your Inflation Guidelines Use a gauge to measure the air tires must be the proper type and Keeping the tires properly inflated pressure in each tire at least once a size, in good condition with adequate provides the best combination of month.
Page 420 Main Menu Table Of Contents Tires Check the air pressures when the While tubeless tires have some Recommended Tire Pressures tires are cold. This means the vehicle ability to self-seal if they are The following chart shows the has been parked for at least 3 hours, punctured, you should look closely recommended cold tire pressures for or driven less than 1 mile (1.6 km).
Page 421 Main Menu Table Of Contents Tires Tire Service Life Tire Inspection INDICATOR LOCATION MARKS Every time you check inflation, you The service life of your tires is should also examine the tires for dependent on many factors, damage, foreign objects, and wear. including, but not limited to, driving habits, road conditions, vehicle You should look for:...
Page 422 Improper wheel weights can damage activate. rotated. If you purchase directional your vehicle's aluminum wheels. Use When the tires are rotated, make tires, rotate only front-to-back. only Acura wheel weights for sure the air pressures are checked. balancing. 2009 MDX...
Page 423 Main Menu Table Of Contents Tires It is best to replace all four tires at Winter Driving Tires marked ‘‘M ＋ S’’ or ‘‘All the same time. If that is not possible Installing improper tires on your or necessary, replace the two front Season’’...
Page 424 Because your vehicle has limited tire Aluminum alloy wheels have a be seriously injured or killed. clearance, Acura strongly protective clear-coat that keeps the recommends using the chains listed aluminum from corroding and Follow all instructions in this below.
Page 425: Checking The Battery
Main Menu Table Of Contents Checking the Battery Check the terminals for corrosion (a TEST INDICATOR WINDOW white or yellowish powder). To The battery gives off explosive remove it, cover the terminals with a hydrogen gas during normal solution of baking soda and water. It operation.
Page 426: Vehicle Storage
Main Menu Table Of Contents Vehicle Storage If you need to park your vehicle for Block the rear wheels. Cover the vehicle with a ● ● ‘‘breathable’’ cover, one made from an extended period (more than 1 If the vehicle is to be stored for a ●...
Page 427 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 the Engine Won't Start ......gives you information about how to Jump Starting ....
Page 428: Compact Spare Tire
Main Menu Table Of Contents Compact Spare Tire Use the compact spare tire as a Do not mount snow chains on a INDICATOR LOCATION MARK ● temporary replacement only. Get compact spare. your regular tire repaired or Do not use your compact spare tire ●...
Page 429: Changing A Flat Tire
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. CARGO AREA FLOOR 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 430 Main Menu Table Of Contents Changing a Flat Tire PLASTIC COVER KNOB COVER 5. The tools and jack are under the 6. Turn the jack's end bracket 7. The spare tire is stored cargo area behind a cover on the counterclockwise to loosen it, then underneath the rear cargo area.
Page 431 Main Menu Table Of Contents Changing a Flat Tire WHEEL NUT WRENCH WHEEL NUT WRENCH BRACKET 9. Keep turning the wheel nut 11. Loosen each wheel nut 1/2 turn wrench to create slack in the with the wheel nut wrench. cable.
Page 432 Main Menu Table Of Contents Changing a Flat Tire EXTENSION JACKING POINT WHEEL NUT WRENCH BRAKE HUB 12. Place the jack under the jacking 13. Use the extension and the wheel 15. Before mounting the spare tire, point nearest the tire you need to nut wrench as shown to raise the wipe any dirt off the mounting change.
Page 433 Main Menu Table Of Contents Changing a Flat Tire 16. Put on the spare tire. Put the 20. Place the flat tire face up under the wheel nuts back on finger-tight, hoist. then tighten them in a crisscross 21. Insert the hoist bracket into the pattern with the wheel nut wrench center hole of the flat tire.
Page 434 Main Menu Table Of Contents Changing a Flat Tire WHEEL NUT WRENCH Always raise the spare tire hoist, even if Loose items can fly around the you are not stowing a tire. If the hoist is interior in a crash and could left down, it will be damaged during seriously injure the occupants.
Page 435: If The Engine Won't Start
Main Menu Table Of Contents If the Engine Won't Start Diagnosing why the engine won't Check these things: If the headlights dim noticeably or start falls into two areas, depending go out when you try to start the Check the transmission interlock. ●...
Page 436: Jump Starting
Main Menu Table Of Contents If the Engine Won't Start, Jump Starting Are you using the proper starting To Jump Start Your Vehicle: Jump Starting ● 1. Open the hood, and check the procedure? Refer to Starting the Although this seems like a simple physical condition of the battery.
Page 437 Main Menu Table Of Contents Jump Starting 5. If the booster battery is in another vehicle, have an assistant start that vehicle and run it at a fast idle. 6. Start your vehicle. If the starter motor still operates slowly, check that the jumper cables have good metal-to-metal contact.
Page 438: If The Engine Overheats
Main Menu Table Of Contents If the Engine Overheats The pointer of your vehicle's 1. Safely pull to the side of the road. temperature gauge should stay in the Put the transmission in Park, and Steam and spray from an midrange under most conditions.
Page 439 Main Menu Table Of Contents If the Engine Overheats 4. If the temperature gauge stays at 9. Start the engine and set the climate control to AUTO at ‘‘Hi.’’ the red mark, turn off the engine. Removing the radiator cap Add coolant to the radiator up to 5.
Page 440: Low Oil Pressure Indicator
Main Menu Table Of Contents Low Oil Pressure Indicator, Charging System Indicator 1. Safely pull off the road, and shut Low Oil Pressure Indicator Charging System Indicator off the engine. Turn on the hazard This indicator should never If the charging system warning indicators.
Page 441: Malfunction Indicator Lamp
Main Menu Table Of Contents Malfunction Indicator Lamp If this indicator comes on If the indicator comes on repeatedly, Readiness Code while driving, it means one Your vehicle has certain ‘‘readiness even though it may turn off as you of the engine's emissions control continue driving, have your vehicle codes’’...
Page 442: Brake System Indicator
Main Menu Table Of Contents Brake System Indicator If the fluid level is low, take your Slow down by shifting to a lower U.S. Canada vehicle to a dealer, and have the gear, and pull to the side of the road The brake system brake system inspected for leaks or when it is safe.
Page 443: Fuses
Main Menu Table Of Contents Fuses INTERIOR REAR UNDER-HOOD (PRIMARY) The vehicle's fuses are located in The rear fuse box is located at the four fuse boxes. left side of cargo area. UNDER-HOOD (SECONDARY) The primary under-hood fuse box is The interior fuse box is underneath the dashboard on the driver's side.
Page 444 Main Menu Table Of Contents Fuses Checking and Replacing Fuses FUSE BLOWN BLOWN 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 443, 444, and 445, or the diagram on the fuse box lid, which fuse or fuses control that device.
Page 445 Main Menu Table Of Contents Fuses If you cannot drive the vehicle BLOWN without fixing the problem, and you do not have a spare fuse, take a fuse of the same rating or a lower rating from one of the other circuits. Make sure you can do without that circuit temporarily (such as the accessory power socket or radio).
Page 446 Main Menu Table Of Contents Fuses If the radio fuse is removed, the audio system will disable itself. The Replacing a fuse with one that has a next time you turn on the radio you higher rating greatly increases the will see ‘‘ENTER CODE’’...
Page 447: Fuse Locations
Main Menu Table Of Contents Fuse Locations Amps. Circuits Protected Amps. Circuits Protected PRIMARY UNDER-HOOD FUSE BOX 120 A Main fuse 3－5 50 A Power Window － Not Used 3－6 60 A SH-AWD, Power Tailgate Open/Closer, Rear ACC － 2－1 Not Used Socket, Cargo Area Light, －...
Page 448 Main Menu Table Of Contents Fuse Locations Amps. Circuits Protected SECONDARY UNDER-HOOD FUSE BOX REAR FUSE BOX 7.5 A Small Lights (Exterior) 30 A Headlight Low Main 7.5 A Cooling Fan Timer 15 A 15 A IG Coil 15 A 15 A AFHT 40 A...
Page 449 Main Menu Table Of Contents Fuse Locations Amps. Circuits Protected Amps. Circuits Protected INTERIOR FUSE BOX 7.5 A Interior Light 10 A － 10 A Interior Light, Moonroof Not Used 20 A Door Lock 20 A Left Rear Power Window 15 A ACC Socket 20 A...
Page 450: Opening The Fuel Fill Door Manually
Main Menu Table Of Contents Opening the Fuel Fill Door Manually, Emergency Towing Opening the Fuel Fill Door Emergency Towing If your vehicle needs to be towed, Manually call a professional towing service or organization. Never tow your vehicle with just a rope or chain. It is very dangerous.
Page 451: If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck
Main Menu Table Of Contents If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck If your vehicle gets stuck in sand, Rear Front COVER COVER mud, or snow, call a towing service to pull it out (see the previous page). For very short distances, such as freeing the vehicle, you can use the detachable towing hook that mounts on the anchors in the front and rear...
Page 452 Main Menu Table Of Contents If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck WHEEL NUT WRENCH WHEEL NUT WRENCH To avoid damage to your vehicle, use the towing hook for straight, flat ground towing only. Do not tow at an angle. The tow hook should not be used to tow the vehicle onto a flat bed.
Page 453 Main Menu Technical Information ....The diagrams in this section give you Identification Numbers ......the dimensions and capacities of Specifications your vehicle and the locations of the DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S........identification numbers. It also Vehicles) ......includes information you should Tire Labeling know about your vehicle's tires and...
Page 454 Main Menu Table Of Contents Identification Numbers Your vehicle has several identifying numbers located in various places. VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER The vehicle identification number (VIN) is the 17-digit number your dealer uses to register your vehicle for warranty purposes. It is also necessary for licensing and insuring your vehicle.
Page 455 Main Menu Table Of Contents Identification Numbers The engine number is stamped into ENGINE NUMBER the engine block. It is on the front. The transmission number is on a label on top of the transmission. AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION NUMBER 2009 MDX...
Page 456 Main Menu Table Of Contents Specifications Dimensions Capacities Length 190.7 in (4,844 mm) Fuel tank Approx. 21.00 US gal (79.5 L) Width 78.5 in (1,995 mm) ꭧ1 Engine Change 1.93 US gal (7.3 L) Height 68.2 in (1,733 mm) coolant Total 2.43 US gal (9.2 L) Wheelbase...
Page 457 Main Menu Table Of Contents Specifications Lights Fuses 12 V － 60 W (HB3) Interior See page or the fuse label attached Headlights High to the inside of the fuse box lid. 12 V － 35 W (D2S) ꭧ Rear See page or the fuse label attached 12 V －...
Page 458 Main Menu Table Of Contents DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles) The tires on your vehicle meet all U. Treadwear Traction S. Federal Safety Requirements. All The treadwear grade is a The traction grades, from highest to tires are also graded for treadwear, comparative rating based on the wear lowest, are AA, A, B, and C.
Page 459 Main Menu Table Of Contents DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles) Warning: The temperature grade for Temperature 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 tire's resistance to the generation of overloaded.
Page 460 Main Menu Table Of Contents Tire Labeling The tires that came on your vehicle Tire Size 104 － Load index (a numerical code Whenever tires are replaced, they have a number of markings. Those associated with the should be replaced with tires of the you should be aware of are described maximum load the tire can same size.
Page 461 Main Menu Table Of Contents Tire Labeling FW6X － Tire type code. 2202 － Date of manufacture. Year Week Maximum Tire Pressure Max Press －The maximum air pressure the tire can hold. Maximum Tire Load Max Load － The maximum load the tire can carry at maximum air pressure.
Page 462 Main Menu Table Of Contents Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) － Required Federal Explanation Each tire, including the spare (if As an added safety feature, your Driving on a significantly under- provided), should be checked vehicle has been equipped with a tire inflated tire causes the tire to monthly when cold and inflated to pressure monitoring system (TPMS)
Page 463 Main Menu Table Of Contents Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) － Required Federal Explanation Your vehicle has also been equipped Always check the TPMS malfunction with a TPMS malfunction indicator to telltale after replacing one or more indicate when the system is not tires or wheels on your vehicle to operating properly.
Page 464 They are then drawn into conditions of sunlight and climate, 390. the engine and burned. NOx and HC react to form ꭧ In Canada, Acura vehicles comply Evaporative Emissions Control photochemical ‘‘smog.’’ Carbon with the Canadian emission System monoxide does not contribute to...
Page 465 HC, CO, and NOx produced. Acura replacement parts or their converter. These four systems work equivalent for repairs. Using lower together to control the engine's...
Page 466 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. WARM UP THREE WAY CATALYTIC The three way catalytic converter...
Page 467 Main Menu Table Of Contents Emissions Testing If the testing facility determines that 4. Without touching the accelerator Testing of Readiness Codes If you take your vehicle for an 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 468 Main Menu Table Of Contents Emissions Testing 7. Select a nearby lightly traveled 8. Then drive in city/suburban traffic 9. Make sure the vehicle has been major highway where you can for at least 10 minutes. When parked with the engine off for 30 maintain a speed of 50 to 60 mph traffic conditions allow, let the minutes.
Page 469 Main Menu Warranty and Client Relations ... Client Service Information ....Warranty Coverages Reporting Safety Defects (U.S........Vehicles) ....Authorized Manuals 2009 MDX...
Page 470 Main Menu Table Of Contents Client Service Information Acura dealership personnel are Canadian Owners: When you call or write, please give trained professionals. They should us this information: Acura Client Services be able to answer all your questions. Honda Canada Inc.
Page 471 Tire warranty warranty booklet for exact information is in a separate booklet. Replacement Parts Limited Warranty information. － covers all Acura replacement parts Canadian Owners Original Equipment Battery Limited against defects in materials and Please refer to the 2009 warranty －...
Page 472 Main Menu Table Of Contents Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Vehicles) If you believe that your vehicle has a If NHTSA receives similar To contact NHTSA, you may call the defect which could cause a crash or complaints, it may open an Vehicle Safety Hotline toll-free at could cause injury or death, you investigation, and if it finds that a...
Page 473 Describes the procedures involved in the replacement 61STX02EL 2009 Acura MDX of damaged body parts. Electrical Troubleshooting Manual 61STX30 2008 Acura MDX Body Repair Manual 31STX620 2009 Acura MDX Owner's Manual 31STX820 2009 Acura MDX Navigation System Owner's Manual 31STXM20...
Page 474 Main Menu Table Of Contents 2009 MDX...
Page 475 Main Menu Index Anti-theft Steering Column Jump Starting .................... Lock Maintenance Audio System ....180, 181, Specifications ......Accessories and ......Auto Control Mode, Starting Before Driving ......Modifications Engine ........Belts, Seat ........ ACCESSORY (Ignition Key .......
Page 476 Main Menu Index Bulb Replacement Chains, Tires ......Clock .......... Back-up Lights ......Changing a Flat Tire ....Code, Audio System ....Brake Lights ......Changing Oil CO in the Exhaust ....Front Parking Lights ....How to ........Cold Weather, Starting in ...
Page 477 Main Menu Index Locking and Unlocking ... Checking the Fuses ..........Lockout Prevention Driving with a Flat Tire Monitor ........Hazard Warning Flashers ..DANGER, Explanation of ............Power Door Locks Jump Starting ....... Dashboard DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Low Oil Pressure Indicator ..
Page 478 Main Menu Index Engine Front Seat ........Adding Engine Coolant ... Adjusting ......... Check Starting System .... Airbags ......... Fan, Interior ....... Coolant Temperature Gauge ..Heaters ........Features, Comfort and ..............If it Won’t Start Fuel Convenience ..........
Page 479 Main Menu Index Octane Requirement ....Headlights .................... Tank, Refueling Aiming Gas Station Procedures ....Automatic Lighting ....Identification Number, ..Gauges Daytime Running Lights ........Vehicle Engine Coolant High Beam Indicator ....Ignition ........Temperature High Beams, Turning on ........
Page 480 Main Menu Index Indicators, Instrument Panel ..Tire Pressure Monitor ....Jump Starting ......ABS (Anti-lock Brake) ....Turn Signal and Hazard Active Damper System ..Warning ....... A/T Temp ........ VSA Activation ............Brake (Parking and Brake VSA System Keyless Memory Settings ..
Page 481 Main Menu Index Fuel Fill Door ......Message Display ...................... Glove Box Message Indicator Change, How to Lockout Prevention ....Meters, Gauges ......Change, When to ..................Power Door Methanol in Gasoline Checking Engine Tailgate ......
Page 482 Main Menu Index Parking Over Things that Replacement Information Burn ........ 350, Dust and Pollen Filter ..... Passenger Airbag Off Engine Oil and Filter ....Radiator Overheating ....Indicator ........Fuses ........Radio/Disc Sound ............PGM-FI System Light Bulbs System ......
Page 483 Main Menu Index Door Locks ......Heaters ........How Your Side Airbags ................Head Restraints Position Memory Work Seat Belts ......Third Row Access ....Off Indicator .................. Seats & Seat-Backs Seats, Adjusting the Side Curtain Airbags Safety Labels, Location of .....
Page 484 Main Menu Index SRS, Additional Information ..Steering Wheel Open Monitor ......Additional Safety Adjustment ......Power ........Precautions ......Anti-theft Column Lock ... Taillights, Changing Bulbs Airbag Service ......Buttons ....233, 270, ..............Airbag System Components Position Memory Taking Care of the ......
Page 485 Main Menu Index Tire Chains ........ Tools, Tire Changing ......Tire, How to Change a Flat Towing Tire Information ......A Trailer ........Unexpected, Taking Care of ..........Tire Labeling Emergency Wrecker .......... Tire Pressure Monitoring System Equipment and Uniform Tire Quality .......
Page 486 Main Menu Index Viscosity, Oil ......Windshield Cleaning ........Defroster ......... Washers ......116, Wipers, Windshield WARNING, Explanation of ......... Changing Blades Warning Labels, Location of ......... Operation Warranty Coverages Rear Windshield Wiper and ....... (U.S. only) Washer ........
Page 487 Main Menu 2009 MDX...
Page 488 Main Menu Service Information Summary Gasoline: Rear Differential Fluid: Brake Fluid: Premium unleaded gasoline, Use Acura ATF-Z1 (Automatic Honda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid pump octane number of 91 or Transmission Fluid) only. DOT 3 preferred, or a DOT 3 or higher.
Page 489 Main Menu Owner's Identification OWNER _________________________________________________________ This owner's manual should be considered a permanent part of the vehicle and should ______________________________________________________________________________ remain with the vehicle when it is sold. This Owner's Manual covers all models of the ADDRESS _______________________________________________________ MDX. You may find descriptions of STREET equipment and features that are not on your particular model.

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