Acura 2006 MDX Owner's Manual page 179

OnStar
System Status Indicator
This indicator shows you the status
of the system.
Solid Green The system is ready
for use.
Blinking Green A call is in
progress.
Solid Red There is a problem
with the system. Press the OnStar
button to contact an advisor. If the
call connects, the advisor will assist
you with verifying the system's
operation. If you are not able to
contact an advisor, take your vehicle
to an Acura dealer to have the
system diagnosed.
Blinking Red There is a problem
with the system while a call is in
progress.
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Safe and Sound Plan Features
The OnStar system uses the global
positioning system (GPS) to locate
your vehicle whenever you place a
call. This allows the advisor to
quickly contact the nearest services
without requiring you to provide
detailed directions.
Roadside Assistance
the OnStar advisor if you need
assistance with a problem (flat tire,
out of fuel, etc.) while traveling. The
advisor will contact an appropriate
agency to come and assist you.
Emergency Services
OnStar advisor if you have an
emergency situation. The advisor
will contact the nearest emergency
services provider (ambulance, fire
department, etc.) and advise them of
your situation.
Automatic Notification of Airbag
Deployment
accident that causes the airbags to
deploy, the OnStar system
automatically places a call (provided
the OnStar system and your vehicle's
electrical system are still intact). The
advisor will attempt to speak to you
to evaluate the situation, and contact
the nearest emergency services
Contact
provider.
Accident Assist
advisor can help you if you are ever
in a minor accident by asking you for
information about the accident.
Contact an Complete, detailed information will
make it easier to complete accident
reports and insurance claims.
If you are ever in an
The OnStar