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  • Page 1 2018 SPORT HYBRID OWNER’S GUIDE...
  • Page 2 You may opt out of the arbitration provisions within 30 days of your initial use of • Blind Spot Information system • Remote transmitter the Software by sending a signed, written notice to Acura Client Relations, Mail • Bluetooth Audio •...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    NAVIGATION* ............84 Power Window Operation ........35 Basic Navigation Operation ......... 84 owners.acura.com and create or log in to your account. In Canada, please request a Power Moonroof Operation ........ 36 Entering a Destination .......... 87 copy from your Acura dealer.

  • Page 4: Visual Index

    Troubleshooting ..........151 Road Departure Mitigation (RDM) ....109 Contact Us ..............152 Blind Spot Information ........110 Acura Total Luxury Care Roadside Assistance..153 Parking Sensor System* ........111 Warranty Coverages ..........153 Cross Traffic Monitor ..........112 EPA Contact Information ........153 Multi-View Rear Camera* ........113...
  • Page 5 VISUAL INDEX SAFETY Dashboard and Ceiling Controls SAFETY INFORMATION Your safety—and the safety of others—is very important, and operating this vehicle safely is an important responsibility. While we strive to help you make informed decisions about safety, it is not practical or possible to warn you about all the hazards associated with operating or maintaining your vehicle.
  • Page 6 To return the High Voltage below. system to normal operation, consult an Acura dealer. 1. Select the fresh air mode. 2. Select the mode.
  • Page 7 SAFETY SAFETY Seat Belts WARNING A seat belt is your best protection in all types of collisions. Airbags are designed to Not wearing a seat belt properly increases the chance of a serious injury or supplement seat belts, not replace them. So even though your vehicle is equipped death in a crash, even though your vehicle has airbags.
  • Page 8 SAFETY SAFETY Fastening a Seat Belt Seat Belt with Detachable Anchor Adjust your seat to the proper position (see page 43) and then follow the Models with second-row bench seat below steps: 1. Pull out the seat belt’s small latch plate and the Small latch plate Pull out slowly.
  • Page 9 SAFETY SAFETY Airbags Side Airbags The side airbags help protect the upper torso and pelvis of the driver or a front Your vehicle is equipped with four types of airbags: front airbags, side airbags, side passenger during a moderate-to-severe side impact. They are housed in the curtain airbags, and a driver’s knee airbag.
  • Page 10 SAFETY SAFETY Important Facts About Your Airbags Passenger Airbag Off Indicator Always wear your seat belt properly, and sit upright and as far back from the The indicator comes on to alert you that the front U.S. Canada steering wheel as possible while allowing full control of the vehicle. A front passenger’s front airbag has been turned off.
  • Page 11 Two side curtain airbags, one for each side of the vehicle. The airbags are to accommodate a person with disabilities, contact an Acura dealer. For U.S. stored in the ceiling, above the side windows. The front and rear pillars are vehicles, call Acura Client Relations at (800) 382-2238.
  • Page 12 SAFETY SAFETY Child Safety WARNING Each year, many children are injured or killed in vehicle crashes because they are Allowing a child to play with a seat belt or wrap one around their neck can either unrestrained or not properly restrained. In fact, vehicle collisions are the result in serious injury or death.
  • Page 13 SAFETY SAFETY Protecting Smaller Children Installing a LATCH-Compatible Child Seat If a child is at least one year old and within the weight range indicated by the A LATCH-compatible child seat can be installed in any rear seat. A child seat is child seat manufacturer, the child should be properly restrained in a firmly attached to the lower anchors with either the rigid or flexible type of connectors.
  • Page 14 SAFETY SAFETY Second row captain seats Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/Shoulder Seat Belt Straight Top Tether Type Tether Strap Hook 3. Straight Top Tether Type: Put the outer head A child seat can be installed with a lap/shoulder belt in any rear seat or, if restraint to its uppermost position, then route absolutely necessary, the front passenger seat.
  • Page 15 SAFETY SAFETY Adding Security with a Tether Third-row seats A tether anchorage point is provided behind each second and third-row seating 1. Straight Top Tether Type: Pull up the head Third row seat position. A child seat that is installed with a seat belt and comes with a tether restraint and push rearwards until it latches, Tether Anchorage Points can use the tether for additional security.
  • Page 16 SAFETY SAFETY Safety Label Locations Protecting Larger Children When a child is too big for a child seat, secure the child in a rear seat using the Safety labels are in the locations shown. They warn you of potential hazards that lap/shoulder seat belt.
  • Page 17 INSTRUMENT PANEL INSTRUMENT PANEL INSTRUMENT PANEL Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) There is a problem with one of the airbag systems or seat belt tensioners. Learn about the indicators and displays related to driving the vehicle. Speed-Sensitive Electric Power Steering (EPS) There is a problem with the electric power steering system.
  • Page 18 INSTRUMENT PANEL INSTRUMENT PANEL System message When a condition or malfunction indicator comes on, a message also appears on the multi-information display. Check the display for more information. Immobilizer Your remote transmitter cannot be recognized by the vehicle. If the indicator blinks, you may not be able to start the power system.
  • Page 19 INSTRUMENT PANEL VEHICLE CONTROLS Multi-Information Display (MID) VEHICLE CONTROLS Consists of several displays that provide you with useful information. Learn about the various controls necessary for operating and driving the vehicle. Using the Remote Transmitter Multi-function Steering Main display Wheel Controls: Roll to Lock or unlock the doors and tailgate.
  • Page 20 VEHICLE CONTROLS VEHICLE CONTROLS Customizing the Door Lock Settings Tailgate Outer Handle Follow the steps below when the vehicle is stopped and the power mode is ON. Press and hold the tailgate release button under Use the interface dial to rotate to and select options. the tailgate handle to unlock and open the tailgate.
  • Page 21 VEHICLE CONTROLS VEHICLE CONTROLS Door Operation from Inside the Vehicle Power Window Operation Use these methods to lock or unlock and open or close the doors. The power windows can be opened and closed by using the switches on the doors when the vehicle is on.
  • Page 22 VEHICLE CONTROLS VEHICLE CONTROLS Power Moonroof Operation Interior and Exterior Lights The moonroof can be opened and closed when the vehicle is on by using the switch Operate interior and exterior lights when the vehicle is on or off. on the ceiling. Exterior Lights Automatic Operation Rotate the switch on the headlight lever to operate the exterior lights.
  • Page 23 VEHICLE CONTROLS VEHICLE CONTROLS Auto High-Beam System If you find the timing of beam changes inconvenient for driving, change the beams manually. Automatically changes the low beam headlights to high beam headlights when necessary. For the system to work properly: How It Works •...
  • Page 24 VEHICLE CONTROLS VEHICLE CONTROLS Wiper Operation Interior Lights Change the interior light settings using the switches on the ceiling. The windshield wipers and washers can be used when the vehicle is on. Move the wiper lever up or down to the desired position. Front lights Door-activated position On position: Interior lights remain on.
  • Page 25 VEHICLE CONTROLS VEHICLE CONTROLS Adjusting the Seats Automatic Intermittent Wipers When you move the lever to the AUTO position while driving in rainy weather, Make seat adjustments before driving to ensure the best comfort and safety. the wipers operate based on the amount of detected rainfall. Adjusting the Front Seats Put the lever in the AUTO position only when driving in rainy weather.
  • Page 26 VEHICLE CONTROLS VEHICLE CONTROLS WARNING WARNING Sitting improperly or out of position can result in serious injury or death in a Improperly positioning head restraints reduces their effectiveness and crash. increases the likelihood of serious injury in a crash. Always sit upright, well back in the seat, with your feet on the floor. Make sure head restraints are in place and positioned properly before driving.
  • Page 27 VEHICLE CONTROLS VEHICLE CONTROLS Adjusting the Mirrors Adjusting the Steering Wheel Adjust the angle of the mirrors for the best visibility when you are sitting in the The steering wheel height and distance from your body can be adjusted so that you correct driving position.
  • Page 28 VEHICLE CONTROLS VEHICLE CONTROLS Rear Seats Folding Down the Second-Row Seats Separately fold down the left and right halves of the second-row seat to make Adjust second-row seats, access third-row seats, or fold down seats for additional room for cargo. cargo space.
  • Page 29 Press the programmed HomeLink button your preferred setting. again; the remote-controlled device should operate. Training complete. To retrain a button or erase codes, see the Owner’s Manual at owners.acura.com ON/OFF Windshield Rear window (U.S.) or myacura.ca (Canada). If you need help, call HomeLink at (800) 355-3515...
  • Page 30 VEHICLE CONTROLS VEHICLE CONTROLS Rear Operation Heated Steering Wheel* Use the On-Demand Multi-Use Display (ODMD) touchscreen to operate the Heat the steering wheel to a comfortable system. temperature when the vehicle is on. Press the heated steering wheel button. Press the On-Demand Multi-Use Display (ODMD) button again to turn it off.
  • Page 31 VEHICLE CONTROLS VEHICLE CONTROLS Seat Heaters or Ventilation* Customized Features Quickly warm or ventilate the seats when the vehicle is on. You can easily customize many features of your vehicle. The customized settings are recalled every time you unlock the driver’s door with the remote (Driver 1 or Front Seat Heaters or Ventilation* Driver 2).

  • Page 32: Audio And Connectivity

    VEHICLE CONTROLS AUDIO AND CONNECTIVITY AUDIO AND CONNECTIVITY Customization Example: Door Lock/Unlock Settings To customize the door lock/unlock settings, use the interface dial to make and Learn how to operate the vehicle’s audio system. enter selections. With the vehicle in Park (P) and the power mode ON, follow the steps below: Basic Audio Operation 1.
  • Page 33 AUDIO AND CONNECTIVITY AUDIO AND CONNECTIVITY Accessory Power On-Demand Multi-Use Display (ODMD) and Controls 12-volt outlets are in the front pocket and rear Operate the audio system using either the touchscreen or dashboard buttons. 12-volt* or AC* outlet cargo area. Open the socket cover to use power The functions shown here can be used with most audio sources.

  • Page 34: Fm/Am Radio

    AUDIO AND CONNECTIVITY AUDIO AND CONNECTIVITY FM/AM Radio SiriusXM® Radio Play FM or AM radio stations. Available on a subscription basis only. For more information or to subscribe, contact your dealer or visit www.siriusxm.com/subscribenow (U.S.) or www.siriusxm. ca/subscribe-now (Canada). Tune: Manually Browse: Show list of Source: Select the FM change the station.

  • Page 35: Compact Disc (Cd)

    AUDIO AND CONNECTIVITY AUDIO AND CONNECTIVITY Compact Disc (CD) USB Flash Drive The audio system supports audio CDs, CD-Rs, and CD-RWs in MP3, WMA, or AAC Connect your device to the USB port (page 51). formats. Source: Select the USB icon.

  • Page 36: Ipod

    Connect your iPod to the USB port (see page 57). Play streaming or stored audio from your compatible phone when it is paired to Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink® (see page 75). Visit www.handsfreelink.com/Acura (U.S.) or phone (888) 528-7876 (U.S. and Canada) to check phone compatibility. Source: Select the Standard data rates may apply.

  • Page 37: Pandora * (U.s. Models)

    When music CDs are inserted, they are automatically recorded by system default Play and operate Pandora from your phone through the vehicle’s audio system. Visit onto the built-in HDD for later playback. www.handsfreelink.com/Acura to check phone compatibility. Standard data rates apply. Source: Select the Browse: Show the Connect your phone when the vehicle is stopped.

  • Page 38: Siri™ Eyes Free

    CarPlay terms of use, which are included as part of the Apple iOS terms of use. CarPlay vehicle integration is provided “as is,” and Acura cannot guarantee CarPlay operability or functionality now or in the future due to, among other conditions, changes in CarPlay software/Apple iOS, service interruptions, or incompatibility or obsolescence of vehicle-integrated hardware or software.

  • Page 39: Android Auto

    Android Auto application is downloaded to the user’s Android phone. Android Auto vehicle integration is provided “as is,” and Acura cannot guarantee Android Auto operability or functionality now or in the future due to, among other conditions, changes in Android Auto software/Android operating system, service interruptions, or incompatibility or obsolescence of vehicle-integrated hardware or software.
  • Page 40 AUDIO AND CONNECTIVITY AUDIO AND CONNECTIVITY System Components Remote Control and Rear Operation Retrieve the wireless headphones and open the overhead screen to use the You can operate the system using the rear remote control panel. system. DUAL Button SWAP Button Overhead screen Press to change the screen mode to dual.

  • Page 41: Basic Hfl Operation

    Make and receive phone calls using the vehicle’s audio system, without handling 3. Select Source. your phone. Visit www.handsfreelink.com/Acura (U.S.) or phone (888) 528-7876 The rear source is displayed on the On (U.S. and Canada) to check phone compatibility. Demand Multi-Use Display To reduce the potential for driver distraction, certain manual functions may 4.

  • Page 42: Pairing A Phone

    BLUETOOTH® HANDSFREELINK® BLUETOOTH® HANDSFREELINK® Pairing a Phone On-Demand Multi-Use Display (ODMD) screens To use hands-free phone and streaming audio functions, you must first pair your phone to the system. This can only be done when the vehicle is stopped. Use the interface dial to make and enter selections.

  • Page 43: Making A Call

    BLUETOOTH® HANDSFREELINK® BLUETOOTH® HANDSFREELINK® Making a Call Using the Phonebook When your phone is paired, its entire phonebook can be automatically imported You can make calls using several methods. to the system if you select On for Automatic Phone Sync. Dialing a Number Using voice commands Enter a 10-digit phone number to call.

  • Page 44: Sms Text Messaging And E-Mail

    Make calls quickly using stored speed dial entries or call history numbers. Certain phones can receive and send text messages and e-mails while paired and linked. Visit www.handsfreelink.com/Acura (U.S.) or phone (888) 528-7876 (U.S. Using voice commands and Canada) to check phone compatibility.

  • Page 45: Acuralink

    Requires enrollment and privacy AcuraLink Messages agreement. To subscribe or get more information, visit owners.acura.com (U.S.) or Receive messages on vehicle features, safety and emissions recall campaigns, myacura.ca (Canada) or contact a dealer.

  • Page 46: Basic Navigation Operation

    NAVIGATION NAVIGATION NAVIGATION* Navigation Display and Controls Use the controls to enter information and make selections. Some manual Learn how to enter a destination and operate the navigation system. functions are inoperable while driving. Basic Navigation Operation A real-time navigation system uses GPS and a map database to show your current orientation location and help guide you to a desired destination.

  • Page 47: Entering A Destination

    NAVIGATION NAVIGATION Entering a Destination System Guidance Volume Adjust the navigation system guidance volume. This does not affect audio or Use several methods to enter a destination. Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink® volume, which is controlled by the volume knob. Use Home Address the interface dial to make and enter selections.
  • Page 48 NAVIGATION NAVIGATION Routing Place Name Enter a place name stored in the navigation database using voice commands (U.S. After a destination is set, you can alter or cancel your route. models only). Press the Talk button to enter the Voice Portal screen. Map Legend 1.

  • Page 49: Driving

    AcuraLink NOTICE Real-Time Traffic is a subscription service. For more information, contact an Acura If the doors are frozen shut, use warm water around the door edges to melt any dealer or www.acura.ca/owners/acuralink. ice. Do not try to force them open, as this can damage the rubber trim around the doors.

  • Page 50: Maximum Load Limit

    Maximum load for a vehicle with with second-row captain seats: 1,005 lbs (456 kg). • Do not modify your vehicle in any way that raises its center of gravity. • Never carry more than 165 lbs (75 kg) of cargo on the roof rack (Acura Label Example accessory).

  • Page 51: Towing A Trailer

    DRIVING DRIVING SPORT HYBRID Super Handling All-Wheel Drive ™ Load Limits Example (SPORT HYBRID SH-AWD ® Example1 This vehicle uses electric motors and a gasoline engine. A High Voltage battery powers the electric motor. The High Voltage battery is recharged by an engine- Max load Passenger weight Cargo weight...

  • Page 52: Remote Engine Start

    DRIVING DRIVING Remote Engine Start Starting to Drive Start your vehicle’s power system from extended distances using the two-way The keyless access system allows simple push-button start. remote transmitter before you enter the vehicle. Before Starting the Engine Keep your foot firmly on the brake pedal when Amber indicator: Green indicator: Brake pedal...

  • Page 53: Shifting

    DRIVING DRIVING Shifting Car wash mode If you are driving through a conveyor-style car wash where you or the attendant Change your vehicle’s gears to begin driving. do not remain in the vehicle, follow these steps while the power system is on: Electronic Gear Selector 1.

  • Page 54: Integrated Dynamics System

    DRIVING DRIVING Integrated Dynamics System Braking Choose a driving mode for your preference based on road conditions, vehicle speed, Slow down or stop your vehicle and keep it from moving when parked. and handling. Foot Brake Press the brake pedal to slow down or stop your vehicle from moving. The selected mode Brake Assist System briefly appears in...

  • Page 55: Adaptive Cruise Control (Acc) With Low Speed Follow (Lsf)

    DRIVING DRIVING Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed Follow (LSF) Automatic Brake Hold Makes stop-and-go traffic easier by keeping the Helps maintain a constant vehicle speed and a set following interval behind a brake applied until you press the accelerator. vehicle detected ahead of yours.
  • Page 56 DRIVING DRIVING Activating and Setting the Vehicle Speed During Operation 1. Press MAIN. The ACC indicator appears. If a vehicle detected ahead of you slows down Head-up Warning Lights abruptly, or if another vehicle is detected cutting in 2. Accelerate to the desired speed. Beep front of you, a beep sounds and BRAKE appears on Above 25 mph/40 km/h: Take your foot off the...

  • Page 57: Collision Mitigation Braking System™ (Cmbs™)

    DRIVING DRIVING Collision Mitigation Braking System™ (CMBS™) Turning CMBS On or Off Press and hold CMBS OFF. A beep sounds and a Can assist you when there is a possibility of your vehicle colliding with a vehicle or a message appears in the MID. The CMBS indicator pedestrian detected in front of yours.

  • Page 58: Lane Keeping Assist System (Lkas)

    DRIVING DRIVING Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) Road Departure Mitigation (RDM) Provides steering input to help keep the vehicle in the middle of a detected lane and Alerts and helps to assist you if the system determines a possibility of your vehicle visual and tactile alerts if the vehicle is detected drifting out of its lane while driving unintentionally crossing over detected lane markings while driving between 45–90 between 45–90 mph (72–145 km/h).

  • Page 59: Blind Spot Information

    DRIVING DRIVING Blind Spot Information Parking Sensor System* Alerts you to a detected vehicle in your left or right blind spot while driving When the system senses an object when you are parking or backing up, an indicator between 20 mph and and 100 mph (32–160 km/h). appears on the upper display and a series of beeps will sound.

  • Page 60: Cross Traffic Monitor

    DRIVING DRIVING Cross Traffic Monitor Multi-View Rear Camera* Alerts you if a detected vehicle is approaching from a rear corner when your vehicle When you change the gear to Reverse (R), a real-time image of the area behind is in Reverse (R) at speeds of 3 mph (5 km/h) or lower, which can be helpful when your vehicle is shown in the display, along with helpful parking guidelines.

  • Page 61: Surround View Camera

    DRIVING DRIVING Surround View Camera* Changing Camera Settings Use the interface dial to make and enter selections. Four cameras assist in helping you view blind spots around the vehicle. 1. Press SETTINGS. Ground View 2. Select Camera Settings. An overhead view created by the combination of images captured 3.

  • Page 62: Refueling

    If the battery life in your remote transmitter is weak, a message appears in the MID with information on how to start the power system. • Acura recommends TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline where available. • Do NOT use gasoline containing more than 15% ethanol.

  • Page 63: Emergency Power System Stop

    HANDLING THE UNEXPECTED HANDLING THE UNEXPECTED Overheating WARNING If you see the multi-information display (MID) message “Stop Driving When Safe. A battery can explode if you do not follow the correct procedure, seriously Engine Temperature Too Hot,” your engine is overheating. You may also notice the injuring anyone nearby.

  • Page 64: Tire Pressure Monitoring System (Tpms)

    HANDLING THE UNEXPECTED HANDLING THE UNEXPECTED Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) - Required Federal Explanation Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Each tire, including the spare (if provided), should be checked monthly Monitors the tire pressure while you are driving. when cold and inflated to the inflation pressure recommended by the If your vehicle’s tire pressure becomes significantly low, the low tire pressure vehicle manufacturer on the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure indicator appears with a message in the multi-information display.

  • Page 65: Handling A Flat Tire

    HANDLING THE UNEXPECTED HANDLING THE UNEXPECTED Handling a Flat Tire Refueling from a Portable Fuel Container When you refuel from a portable fuel container, use the funnel provided with your If a tire goes flat while driving, grasp the steering wheel firmly and brake gradually vehicle.
  • Page 66 HANDLING THE UNEXPECTED HANDLING THE UNEXPECTED 5. Put the wheel nut wrench with the jack handle Setting Up the Jack Jack Handle Bar Jack Handle Bar bar on the hoist shaft. Turn the wrench to the 1. Place the jack under the jacking point closest to left (counter-clockwise) to lower the spare tire the tire to be changed.

  • Page 67: Tire Repair Kit

    HANDLING THE UNEXPECTED HANDLING THE UNEXPECTED Tire Repair Kit* Replacing the Flat Tire If a tire has a small puncture, you can use the tire repair kit to temporarily repair it. 1. Remove the wheel nuts and flat tire. The puncture must be smaller than 3/16-inch (4 mm) and not in the tire sidewall. Go to a dealer to have the full-size tire permanently repaired or replaced.

  • Page 68: Fuse Locations

    HANDLING THE UNEXPECTED HANDLING THE UNEXPECTED Fuse Locations Fuse Boxes B and C Located under the dashboard. Take off the cover to open. There are two fuse If any electrical devices are not working, turn off the vehicle and check to see if any panels under the cover.
  • Page 69 HANDLING THE UNEXPECTED HANDLING THE UNEXPECTED Engine Compartment Fuse Boxes Fuse Box B Fuse Box A Located near the battery. Push the tabs to open the box. Located near the brake fluid reservoir. Push the tabs to open the box. Circuit Protected Amps Circuit Protected...

  • Page 70: Emergency Towing

    HANDLING THE UNEXPECTED MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE Inspecting and Changing Fuses 1. Turn off the vehicle, including headlights and all Learn about basic maintenance that you can perform on the vehicle yourself, as Blown fuse accessories. well as information about how to best maintain the vehicle. 2.

  • Page 71: Maintenance Minder

    MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE Maintenance Minder™ Maintenance Minder Service Codes These codes indicate what services are due on your vehicle. When maintenance is due, the system message indicator comes on and the Maintenance Minder appears on the multi-information display every time you turn CODE Maintenance Main Items the vehicle on.

  • Page 72: Under The Hood

    Lever NOTICE Use Genuine Acura Motor Oil or another Do not open the hood when the wiper arms are raised. The hood will strike the commercial engine oil of suitable viscosity for the wipers and may damage either the hood or the wipers. Do not open the hood ambient temperature as shown.

  • Page 73: Inverter Coolant

    Inverter Coolant reserve tank. Park the vehicle on level ground. Check the reserve tank and the coolant level in the radiator with each fuel refill. We recommend Acura Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant WARNING Type 2. Removing the radiator cap while the engine is hot can cause the coolant to Checking the Reserve Tank spray out, seriously scalding you.

  • Page 74: Window Washer Fluid

    MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE Window Washer Fluid Changing Wiper Blades Add washer fluid as necessary (see page 136). Pour it carefully and do not If the wiper blades leave streaks across the windshield, try cleaning them first overflow the reservoir. with a paper towel or soft cloth and wiper fluid. If the wiper blade rubber has deteriorated, you should change the wiper blades.

  • Page 75: Tire Information

    MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE Tire Information Rear Wiper Blade To safely operate your vehicle, your tires must be of the proper type and size, in 1. Raise the wiper arm off the window. good condition with adequate tread, and properly inflated. Inflation Guidelines •...
  • Page 76 MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE WARNING Tire Service Life The life of your tires is dependent on many factors, including driving habits, road Using tires that are excessively worn or improperly inflated can cause conditions, vehicle loading, inflation pressure, maintenance history, speed, and a crash in which you can be seriously hurt or killed.

  • Page 77: Tire Labeling

    MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE Tire Labeling DOT Tire Quality Grading The tires that came on your vehicle have a number of markings. Those you The tires on your vehicle meet all U.S. Federal Safety Requirements. All tires are also graded for treadwear, traction, and temperature performance according to should be aware of are described below.

  • Page 78: Testing Of Readiness Codes

    MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE Testing of Readiness Codes Temperature The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C, representing the tire’s Your vehicle has readiness codes as part of the onboard self diagnostic system. resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when Some States use these codes for testing to verify whether your vehicle’s emissions tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel.

  • Page 79: Specifications

    SPECIFICATIONS CLIENT INFORMATION SPECIFICATIONS CLIENT INFORMATION Learn about information specific to you as an Acura client and how to get help. Vehicle Tires Frequently Asked Questions/Troubleshooting Model MDX Sport Hybrid Size 245/50R20 102H No. of Passengers: Regular Pressure 35 (240 [2.4])

  • Page 80: Contact Us

    A: To prevent driver distraction, certain items are limited or inoperable while the Your Acura TLC Roadside Assistance representative is here to help you 24 hours a vehicle is moving. Use voice commands or pull over to select the items.
  • Page 81 VOICE COMMAND INDEX VOICE COMMAND INDEX VOICE COMMAND INDEX Audio Commands When you press the Talk button and say “Audio,” you can say one of the options Learn about all available voice commands to help you operate the vehicle. The below.

  • Page 82: Index

    Frequently Asked Questions ......151 AcuraLink Real-Time Traffic ......90 E-Mail ............... 81 Door Mirrors ............46 Front Airbags (SRS) .......... 10 Acura Total Luxury Care Roadside Making a Call ..........78 Door Operation ..........34 Front Door Inner Handle .........34 Assistance ............153 On-Demand Multi-Use Display (ODMD) ..76...
  • Page 83 INDEX INDEX Lights .............29, 37 Paddle shifters ...........99 Selector wheel ..........58 Tire Pressure Monitoring Exterior Lights ..........37 Pairing a Phone ..........77 Sequential Mode ..........99 System ..........27, 120, 121 Interior Lights ..........38, 40 Pandora .............. 67 Service Codes ..........135 Tire Repair Kit ..........

  • Page 84: Disclosures

    The data can be used to verify emissions law requirements and/or help technicians diagnose and solve service problems. It may also be combined with data from other sources for research purposes, but it remains confidential. Some diagnostic and maintenance information is uploaded to Acura upon vehicle start up.
  • Page 85 31TRXG10 OG-08445 2018 Acura MDX Sport Hybrid Owner’s Guide 00X31-TRX-G101 ©2018 Honda Motor Co., Ltd. — All Rights Reserved Printed in U.S.A.

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