Page 1 2008 MDX Owner’s Manual (Unlinked) This document does not contain hyperlinks and may be formatted for printing instead of web us. This is due to changes in content and specifications of the vehicle that happen throughout the model year. This manual will be replaced with a hyperlinked version at the end of the model year.
Page 2 Owner s Identification This owner’s manual should be considered OWNER 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 MDX. You may find descriptions of ADDRESS equipment and features that are not on your STREET...
Page 3 Introduction Congratulations! Your selection of a 2008 Acura MDX was a wise investment. As you read this manual, you will It will give you years of driving pleasure. find information that is preceded by symbol. This One of the best ways to enhance the enjoyment of your new vehicle is to information is intended to help you read this manual.
Page 4 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 5 A Few Words About Safety Your safety, and the safety of others, You will find this important safety information in a variety of forms, is very important. And operating this including: vehicle safely is an important Safety Labels on the vehicle. responsibility.
Page 6: Important Handling Information
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. It also provides good visibility so you can anticipate problems earlier. These advantages come at some cost.
Page 7: Table Of Contents
Contents 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) ..61 Features climate control, audio, rear entertainment, steering wheel, security, cruise control, and other convenience items ..
Page 8 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. Your Vehicle at a Glance Warranty and Client Relations A quick reference to the main...
Page 9: Your Vehicle At A Glance
Your Vehicle at a Glance MOONROOF SWITCH INSTRUMENT PANEL HomeLink BUTTONS DRIVER’S FRONT MIRROR CONTROL (P.63) (P.152) AIRBAG(P.9, 27) INDICATORS (P.276) AUTO BUTTON GAUGES (P.72) (P.154) DRIVING POSITION MEMORY SYSTEM PASSENGER’S (P.157) FRONT AIRBAG (P.9, 27) POWER DOOR LOCK MASTER SWITCH CLIMATE CONTROL (P.130) SYSTEM...
Page 10 Your Vehicle at a Glance HEADLIGHT/TURN SIGNAL/ STEERING WHEEL WINDSHIELD INSTRUMENT PANEL HEADLIGHT WASHER FRONT FOG LIGHTS AUDIO CONTROLS WIPERS/WASHERS BRIGHTNESS SWITCH (P.118) (P.233) (P.116) (P.123) (P.117) PASSENGER AIRBAG VEHICLE STABILITY OFF INDICATOR ASSIST SYSTEM (P.34) OFF SWITCH HAZARD WARNING (P.360) BUTTON MIRROR CONTROLS...
Page 11: Driver And Passenger Safety
Driver and Passenger Safety This section gives you important Additional Information About All Children Should Sit in a information about how to protect Your Seat Belts ......20 Back Seat ........38 yourself and your passengers. It Seat Belt System Components . 20 The Passenger’s Front Airbag shows you how to use seat belts.
Page 12: Important Safety Precautions
Important Safety Precautions Restrain All Children You’ll find many safety every additional drink. So don’t drink recommendations throughout this Children age 12 and under should and drive, and don’t let your friends section, and throughout this manual. ride properly restrained in a back drink and drive, either.
Page 13: Your Vehicle Ssafety Features
Your Vehicle sSafety 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 zones, a collapsible steering column,...
Page 14: Seat Belts
Your Vehicle sSafety Features Seat Belts Help keep you from being thrown Your vehicle is equipped with seat against the inside of the vehicle belts in all seating positions. and against other occupants. Not wearing a seat belt properly increases the chance of serious Your seat belt system also includes Keep you from being thrown out injury or death in a crash, even...
Page 15: Airbags
Your Vehicle sSafety Features Airbags Your vehicle has a supplemental Your vehicle also has side airbags to In addition, your vehicle has side restraint system (SRS) with front help protect the upper torso of the curtain airbags to help protect the airbags to help protect the heads and driver or a front seat passenger heads of the driver, front passenger,...
Page 16 Your Vehicle sSafety Features The most important things you need What you should do: Always wear The rest of this section gives more 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 17: Protecting Adults And Teens
Protecting Adults and Teens Introduction Your vehicle has a door and tailgate The following pages provide monitor on the multi-information instructions on how to properly display to indicate when a specific protect the driver, adult door or the tailgate is not tightly passengers, and teenage children closed.
Page 18: Adjust The Front Seats
Protecting Adults and Teens Adjust the Front Seats Locking the doors reduces the 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. Locking the doors also helps prevent an outsider from unexpectedly opening a door when you come to a stop.
Page 19: Adjust The Seat-Backs
Protecting Adults and Teens Adjust the Seat-Backs If you sit too close to the steering wheel or dashboard, you can be seriously injured by an inflating front Sitting too close to a front airbag, or by striking the steering airbag can result in serious wheel or dashboard.
Page 20: Adjust The Head Restraints
Protecting Adults and Teens 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. Adjust the seat-back to an upright position, and sit well Make sure head restraints are back in the seat.
Page 21: Fasten And Position The Seat Belts
Protecting Adults and Teens Fasten and Position the Seat If necessary, pull up on the belt again 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 22 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 instead of your shoulder, you need to an anchor, squeeze the release behind your back.
Page 23: Maintain A Proper Sitting Position
Protecting Adults and Teens Maintain a Proper Sitting In addition, an occupant who is out of Position position in the front seat can be After all occupants have adjusted seriously or fatally injured in a crash Sitting improperly or out of their seats and head restraints, and by striking interior parts of the position can result in serious...
Page 24: Advice For Pregnant Women
Protecting Adults and Teens Advice for Pregnant Women When driving, remember to sit This will reduce the risk of injuries upright and adjust the seat as far to both you and your unborn child back as possible while allowing full that can be caused by a crash or an control of the vehicle.
Page 25: Additional Safety Precautions
Protecting Adults and Teens Additional Safety Precautions Two people should never use the Keep your hands and arms away Never let passengers ride in the same seat belt. If they do, they from the airbag covers. If your cargo area or on top of a folded- could be very seriously injured in a hands or arms are close to an down back seat.
Page 26: Additional Information About Your Seat Belts
Additional Information About Your Seat Belts Seat Belt System Components The seat belt system If either the driver or a front Your seat belt system includes lap/ includes an indicator on the passenger does not fasten their seat shoulder belts in all seven seating instrument panel and a beeper to belt while driving, the beeper will positions.
Page 27: Lap/Shoulder Belt
Additional Information About Your Seat Belts Lap/Shoulder Belt If the indicator comes on or the All seat belts have an emergency beeper sounds when the driver’s seat The lap/shoulder belt goes over locking retractor. In normal driving, belt is latched and there is no front your shoulder, across your chest, the retractor lets you move freely in seat passenger and no items on the...
Page 28: Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners
Additional Information About Your Seat Belts Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners The tensioners are designed to 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 If a side airbag or side curtain airbag deploys during a side impact, the tensioner on that side of the vehicle...
Page 29: Seat Belt Maintenance
Acura provides a limited warranty on seat belts. See your Acura Warranty booklet for details. Information...
Page 30: Additional Information About Your Airbags
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 (10)
Page 31 Additional Information About Your Airbags Your Airbag System (SRS) includes: (16) (13) Two SRS (Supplemental Restraint (17) System) front airbags. The driver’s (12) airbag is stored in the center of the steering wheel; the front passenger’s airbag is stored in the dashboard.
Page 32 Additional Information About Your Airbags Automatic front seat belt Weight sensors that monitor the An indicator on the instrument tensioners (see page weight on the front passenger’s panel that alerts you to a possible seat. If the weight is about 65 lbs problem with your airbags, Sensors that can detect a (29 kg) or less (the weight of an...
Page 33: How Your Front Airbags Work
Additional Information About Your Airbags How Your Front Airbags Work During a frontal crash, your seat belt 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 34 Additional Information About Your Airbags The total time for inflation and Dual-Stage Airbags Dual-Threshold Airbags deflation is one-tenth of a second, so Your front airbags are dual-stage Your front airbags are also dual- fast that most occupants are not airbags. This means they have two threshold airbags.
Page 35 If the seat is under the seat. Although Acura does under the front seats. too far forward, the airbag will not encourage carrying an infant or...
Page 36: How Your Side Airbags Work
Additional Information About Your Airbags How Your Side Airbags Work Be aware that objects placed on the Moving the front seat forcibly passenger’s seat can also cause the back against cargo on the seat or airbag to be turned off. floor behind it.
Page 37 To get the best protection from the Although Acura does not encourage indicator will go out. side airbags, front seat occupants children to ride in front, if the...
Page 38: How Your Side Curtain Airbags Work
Additional Information About Your Airbags How Your Side Curtain Airbags If the impact is on the passenger’s In a Rollover Work side, the passenger’s side curtain If the rollover sensor detects your airbag will inflate even if there are no vehicle is about to roll over, it signals occupants on that side of the vehicle.
Page 39: How The Srs Indicator Works
Additional Information About Your Airbags How the SRS Indicator Works How the Side Airbag Off You will also see a ‘‘CHECK Indicator Works The SRS indicator alerts AIRBAG SYSTEM’’ message on the you to a potential problem multi-information display (see page U.S.
Page 40: How The Passenger Airbag Off Indicator Works
Additional Information About Your Airbags How the Passenger Airbag Off Be aware that objects placed on the If the indicator comes on with no Indicator Works front seat can cause the indicator to front seat passenger and no objects come on. on the seat, or with an adult riding there, something may be interfering PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF INDICATOR...
Page 41: Airbag Service
Additional Information About Your Airbags Airbag Service Additional Safety Precautions If your vehicle has a moderate to Your airbag systems are virtually severe impact. Even if your Do not attempt to deactivate your maintenance free, and there are no airbags do not inflate, your dealer airbags.
Page 42 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.
Page 43: Protecting Children General Guidelines
Protecting Children General Guidelines All Children Must Be Restrained Each year, many children are injured or killed in vehicle crashes because Children who are unrestrained they are either unrestrained or not or improperly restrained can be properly restrained. In fact, vehicle seriously injured or killed in a accidents are the number one cause crash.
Page 44: All Children Should Sit In A Back Seat
Protecting Children General Guidelines All Children Should Sit in a Back The Passenger s Front Airbag Small Children Seat Can Pose Serious Risks Placing a forward-facing child seat in According to accident statistics, Front airbags have been designed to the front seat of a vehicle equipped children of all ages and sizes are help protect adults in a moderate to with a passenger s front airbag can...
Page 45 Protecting Children General Guidelines To remind you of the passenger’s U.S. Models DASHBOARD front airbag hazards, and that SUN VISORS children must be properly restrained in a back seat, your vehicle has warning labels on the dashboard (U.S. models) and on the front visors. Please read and follow the instructions on these labels.
Page 46: If You Must Drive With Several Children
Protecting Children General Guidelines If You Must Drive with Several If a Child Requires Close If a child requires close physical Children Attention attention or frequent visual contact, 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 an infant or a small child in the front...
Page 47: Additional Safety Precautions
Protecting Children General Guidelines Additional Safety Precautions Make sure any unused seat belt For example, infants and small Never hold an infant or child on that a child can reach is buckled, children left in a vehicle on a hot your lap.
Page 48: Protecting Infants And Small Children
Protecting Infants and Small Children Protecting Infants Two types of seats may be used: a Rear-facing Child Seat Placement seat designed exclusively for infants, A rear-facing child seat can be placed or a convertible seat used in the rear- in any seating position in the back facing, reclining mode.
Page 49: Protecting Small Children
Protecting Infants and Small Children Protecting Small Children In any of these situations, we 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 front passenger’s seat, move the seat for the seat.
Page 50 Protecting Infants and Small Children Child Seat Placement Even with advanced front airbags We strongly recommend placing a that automatically turn the forward-facing child seat in a back passenger’s front airbag off (see Placing a forward-facing child seat, not the front. page ), a back seat is the safest seat in the front seat can result...
Page 51: Selecting A Child Seat
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 seat should meet three...
Page 52: Installing A Child Seat
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 53: With Latch
Installing a Child Seat Installing a Child Seat with Using the Outer LATCH 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 LATCH.
Page 54 Installing a Child Seat TETHER STRAP RIGID TYPE FLEXIBLE TYPE Place the child seat on the vehicle Other LATCH-compatible seats Lift the head restraint (see page seat, then attach the seat to the have a flexible-type connector as ), then route the tether strap lower anchors according to the shown above.
Page 55 Installing a Child Seat Using the Center LATCH Follow step 1 through 4 as described previously to secure the child seat. 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 56 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. In addition, the lap/shoulder belts in all seating positions except the driver’s have a lockable retractor that must be activated to secure a...
Page 57: With A Tether
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 available.
Page 58 Installing a Child Seat Second Row Installation TETHER STRAP TETHER ANCHORAGE POINT Outer Seating Position Each second row seat has a tether After properly securing the child For the center seat, lower the head anchorage point behind the seat- seat (see page ), lift the head restraint, then route the tether strap back.
Page 59 Installing a Child Seat Third Row Installation Attach the tether strap hook to the Each third row seat has a tether Route the tether strap over the anchor, making sure the tether anchorage point on the tailgate sill. head restraint, then attach the strap is not twisted.
Page 60: Protecting Larger Children
Protecting Larger Children Checking Seat Belt Fit When a child reaches the recommended weight or height limit for a forward-facing child seat, the Allowing a child age 12 or under child should sit in a back seat on a to sit in front can result in injury booster seat and wear a lap/shoulder or death if the passenger’s front belt.
Page 61: Using A Booster Seat
Protecting Larger Children Using a Booster Seat Does the shoulder belt cross 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 Is the lap part of the belt as low as weight (e.g., 6 years or 60 lbs).
Page 62: When Can A Child Sit In Front
Protecting Larger Children When Can a Larger Child Sit in If a child who uses a booster seat Of course, children vary widely. And Front must ride in front, move the vehicle while age may be one indicator of seat as far back as possible and be The National Highway Traffic Safety when a child can safely ride in front, sure the child is wearing the seat...
Page 63: Additional Safety Precautions
Protecting Larger Children Additional Safety Precautions If you decide that a child can safely Do not put any accessories on a ride up front, be sure to: Do not let a child wear a seat belt seat belt. Devices intended to across the neck.
Page 64: Carbon Monoxide Hazard
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 monoxide should not enter the interior and create a hazardous Carbon monoxide gas is toxic. vehicle in normal driving if you condition.
Page 65: Safety Labels
Safety Labels These labels are in the locations DASHBOARD shown. They warn you of potential U.S. models only hazards that could cause serious injury or death. Read these labels carefully. If a label comes off or becomes hard to read (except for the U.S. dashboard label which may be removed by the owner), contact your dealer for a replacement.
Page 66 Safety Labels SUN VISOR DOORJAMBS U.S. models U.S. models Canadian models Canadian models U.S. models...
Page 67: Instruments And Controls
Instruments and Controls This section gives information about Control Locations ......62 Seat Heaters ........148 the controls and displays that Instrument Panel ......63 Power Windows ......149 contribute to the daily operation of Instrument Panel Indicators ..
Page 68: Control Locations
Control Locations MOONROOF SWITCH INSTRUMENT PANEL HomeLink BUTTONS DRIVING POSITION (P.63) (P.152) MEMORY SYSTEM INDICATORS (P.276) (P.157) GAUGES (P.72) MIRROR CONTROL AUTO BUTTON POWER DOOR LOCK (P.154) MASTER SWITCH (P.130) CLIMATE CONTROL PARKING BRAKE SYSTEM (P.170) RELEASE HANDLE (P.153) AUDIO SYSTEM (P.180) POWER WINDOW SWITCHES...
Page 69: Instrument Panel
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 INDICATOR (P.71) (P.66) SYSTEM INDICATOR SIDE AIRBAG OFF INDICATOR (P.66) ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR (P.66) MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP...
Page 70: Instrument Panel Indicators
Instrument Panel Indicators Seat Belt Reminder The instrument panel has many If either of you do not fasten your Indicator indicators to give you important seat belt while driving, the beeper information about your vehicle. This indicator comes on when you will sound and the indicator will flash turn the ignition switch to the ON again at regular intervals, and you...
Page 71 Instrument Panel Indicators Low Oil Pressure Parking Brake If it stays on after you have fully U.S. Canada Indicator and Brake released the parking brake while The engine can be severely System the engine is running, or if it damaged if this indicator flashes Indicator comes on while driving, it can or stays on when the engine is...
Page 72 Instrument Panel Indicators Supplemental Restraint Anti-lock Brake System U.S. Canada System Indicator Side Airbag Off (ABS) Indicator This indicator comes on briefly when Indicator This indicator normally comes on you turn the ignition switch to the This indicator comes on when you for a few seconds when you turn ON (II) position.
Page 73 Instrument Panel Indicators Vehicle Stability Assist VSA Activation Indicator information display (see page (VSA) System Indicator Turn Signal and 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 Hazard Warning ignition switch to the ON (II) ignition switch to the ON (II)
Page 74 Instrument Panel Indicators Low Tire Pressure/ A/T Temperature If this happens, pull to the side of TPMS Indicator Indicator the road when it is safe, check This indicator normally comes on for which tire has lost pressure on the This indicator monitors the a few seconds when you turn the multi-information display, and temperature of the automatic...
Page 75 Instrument Panel Indicators Message Indicator Super Handling-All If the indicator blinks while driving, Wheel Drive (SH-AWD it indicates the differential ® This indicator comes on when there Indicator temperature is too high. is a system message on the multi- This indicator normally comes on for You will also see a ‘‘SH-AWD DIFF ®...
Page 76 Instrument Panel Indicators Immobilizer System Lights On Indicator High Beam Indicator Indicator This indicator comes on briefly when This indicator reminds you that the This indicator comes on with the you turn the ignition switch to the exterior lights are on. It comes on high beam headlights.
Page 77 Instrument Panel Indicators Active Damper System Low Fuel Indicator Security System Indicator 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 78: Gauges
Gauges Fuel Gauge This shows how much fuel you TACHOMETER SPEEDOMETER have. It may show slightly more FUEL GAUGE TEMPERATURE or less than the actual amount. GAUGE Avoid driving with an extremely low f uel level. Running out of f uel could cause the engine to misf ire, damaging the catalytic converter.
Page 79: Multi-Information Display
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 in the next ignition switch is in the ON (II) page each time you press the INFO position.
Page 80 Multi-Information Display Main Menu INFO button Go to Customize Menu (See page 83) SEL/RESET button Go to HandsFreeLink Menu (See page 280) (See page 75) Trip Computer (See page 78) (See page 75) (See page 75) Tire Pressure for each tire (See page 77)
Page 81 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 82 Multi-Information Display Outside Temperature When you reset Trip A, average fuel The temperature sensor is in the economy A is reset at the same time. front bumper. The temperature When you reset Trip B, average fuel reading can be affected by heat OUTSIDE TEMPERATURE economy B is reset.
Page 83 Multi-Information Display Engine Oil Life SH-AWD Torque Distribution Tire Pressure Monitor ® 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 torque is being delivered to each...
Page 84 Multi-Information Display HandsFreeLink Trip Computer To use the system, your cell phone 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 85 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. When you turn or liter/100 km (Canadian models) in the fuel tank.
Page 86 Multi-Information Display System Messages The system message(s) triggers the To cancel the message(s) before 5 appropriate indicator(s) on the seconds elapsed, press the INFO instrument panel, including the ( / ) button on the steering wheel. SYSTEM MESSAGE INDICATOR system message indicator, to come on.
Page 87 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 88 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 See page U.S. See page See page Canada See page...
Page 89 Multi-Information Display Customize Settings If you turn the ignition switch to the 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 90 Multi-Information Display Group Setup Menu Item Description Setting Option Page METER SETUP LANGUAGE SELECTION Changes the language used in the display. ENGLISH (P.89) FRENCH SPANISH ADJUST OUTSIDE Changes the outside temperature reading above or 5°F 0°F 5°F TEMP. DISPLAY below its current reading. (U.S.) 3°C 0°C...
Page 91 Multi-Information Display Group Setup Menu Item Description Setting Option Page LIGHTING SETUP INTERIOR LIGHT Changes how long (in seconds) the interior lights 60 sec 15 sec (P.100) DIMMING TIME stay on after you close the doors and the tailgate. 30 sec HEADLIGHT Changes how long (in seconds) the exterior lights 60 sec...
Page 92 Multi-Information Display DEFAULT ALL If you want to set the default settings, To set the default settings, press the When DEFAULT ALL is set, you will press the INFO ( / ) button to INFO ( / ) button to select SET see the above display for several select DEFAULT ALL, then press then press the SEL/RESET button.
Page 93 Multi-Information Display Customize Settings Each time you press the INFO ( / You can customize some of the ) button, the screen changes as vehicle control settings to your shown on the next page. Press the preference. Here are the settings INFO ( / ) button, until you see you can customize: the setup you want to customize,...
Page 94 Multi-Information Display METER SETUP see page 89 POSITION SETUP see page 97 Select ‘‘EXIT’’ LIGHTING SETUP see page 100 Select DOOR/WINDOW SETUP Select ‘‘CANCEL’’ ‘‘DEFAULT ALL’’ see page 105 WIPER SETUP see page 113 SEL/RESET BUTTON INFO ( / ) BUTTON...
Page 95 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 AUTO INTERIOR ILLUMINATION While METER SETUP is shown, press the SEL/RESET button to enter the customize mode.
Page 96 Multi-Information Display Language Selection There are three language selections Press the SEL/RESET button to see When your selection is successfully you can make: English, French, and the selections. completed, the display changes as Spanish. To choose the language you shown above, and then goes back to want, follow these instructions: Select the desired language by the customize item screen.
Page 97 Multi-Information Display Adjust Outside Temp. Display U.S. models U.S. models Canadian models Canadian models If you sometimes find that the Adjust the outside temperature value When your selection is successfully temperature reading is a few by pressing the INFO ( / ) button completed, the display changes as degrees above or below the actual repeatedly.
Page 98 Multi-Information Display Trip A & Avg. Fuel Reset With Refuel To cause Trip A and AVG. FUEL to Press the SEL/RESET button to see When your selection is successfully reset every time you refuel your the selections. completed, the display changes as vehicle, follow these instructions: shown above, and then goes back to Select ON or OFF by pressing the...
Page 99 Multi-Information Display Adjust Alarm Volume Select the warning alarm volume Press the SEL/RESET button to see When your selection is successfully from three levels. the selections. completed, the display changes as shown above, and then goes back to You can choose this customize item Select the desired level by pressing the customize item screen.
Page 100 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 IGN OFF The elapsed time is reset when you turn the ignition switch to the LOCK (0) position.
Page 101 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 102 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, then enter your selection by pressing If the ‘‘SETTING INCOMPLETE’’...
Page 103 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 104 Multi-Information Display Memory Position Link If ‘‘MEMORY POSITION LINK’’ is Press the SEL/RESET button to see When your selection is successfully set to ‘‘ON,’’ the driver’s seat, the the selections. completed, the display changes as steering wheel, and outside mirror shown above, and then goes back to positions move to the position stored Select ON or OFF by pressing the...
Page 105 Multi-Information Display Auto Tilt & Telescope Steering Wheel When ‘‘AUTO TILT & TELESCOPE Press the SEL/RESET button to see When your selection is successfully STEERING WHEEL’’ is set to ‘‘ON,’’ the selections. completed, the display changes as the steering wheel automatically shown above, and then goes back to moves fully in and up when you turn Select ON or OFF by pressing the...
Page 106 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. Each time you press the INFO ( / ) button, the screen changes as shown in the illustration.
Page 107 Multi-Information Display Interior Light Dimming Time The interior lights fade out when you Press the SEL/RESET button to see When your selection is successfully close all doors and tailgate. To the selections. completed, the display changes as change how long the lights stay on shown above, and then goes back to before they fade out, follow these Select the desired setting by...
Page 108 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. To change how long the lights stay on before they go off, follow these instructions: You can choose this customize item...
Page 109 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: The headlights come on when it is bright.
Page 110 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, then enter your selection by pressing If the ‘‘SETTING INCOMPLETE’’...
Page 111 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 While ‘‘DOOR/WINDOW 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 112 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 15 km/h).
Page 113 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 unlock when you move the shift lever to Park. IGN OFF The driver’s door or all the doors, depending on the door...
Page 114 Multi-Information Display Press the SEL/RESET button to see If you choose ‘‘SHIFT TO P’’ or ‘‘IGN 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 the customize item screen.
Page 115 Multi-Information Display Key and Remote Unlock Mode To select whether the driver’s door Press the SEL/RESET button to see When your selection is successfully unlocks or all the doors unlock when the selections. completed, the display changes as you unlock the doors with the shown above, and then goes back to remote transmitter, follow these Select the desired setting by...
Page 116 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 ).
Page 117 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. You can change this relock time from 30 seconds to 60 or 90 seconds.
Page 118 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, then enter your selection by pressing If the ‘‘SETTING INCOMPLETE’’...
Page 119 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 intermittent operation varies according to the selection you make on the wiper lever’s intermittent control ring. SEL/RESET BUTTON WITH VEH SPD...
Page 120 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 121: Controls Near The Steering Wheel
Controls Near the Steering Wheel HEADLIGHT/TURN SIGNAL/ STEERING WHEEL WINDSHIELD INSTRUMENT PANEL FRONT FOG LIGHTS AUDIO CONTROLS WIPERS/WASHERS BRIGHTNESS HEADLIGHT WASHER (P.118) (P.233) (P.116) (P.123) SWITCH (P.117) PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF INDICATOR VEHICLE STABILITY (P.34) ASSIST SYSTEM OFF SWITCH HAZARD WARNING (P.360) BUTTON (P.122)
Page 122: Windshield Wipers And Washers
Windshield Wipers and Washers Push the right lever up or down to The wipers run at low speed. select a position. The wipers run at high speed. MIST The wipers run at high speed until you release the lever. Windshield Washer Pull the wiper control lever toward you, The wipers are not activated.
Page 123: Rear Window Wiper And Washer
Windshield Wipers and Washers Rear Window Wiper and Washer Headlight Washers The headlight washers use the same (On Canadian models) fluid reservoir as the windshield washers. Rotate the switch clockwise to The headlight washers can be turn the rear window wiper ON. operated at any time by pressing the headlight washer button located next Hold past ON to turn the rear...
Page 124: Turn Signal And Headlights
Windshield Wipers and Washers, Turn Signal and Headlights Turn Signal and Headlights Turn Signal When you turn the wiper switch to Push down on the the ‘‘OFF’’ position, the wiper will lever to signal a left turn and up to return to its parked position.
Page 125 Headlights AUTO When the light switch is in either of The automatic lighting 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. all other exterior lights, when it that you turn on the lights manually senses low ambient light.
Page 126 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. when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position and release the You can use the fog lights only when parking brake.
Page 127 Headlights Automatic Lighting Off Feature If you see a ‘‘CHECK DRL If you turn the ignition switch to the SYSTEM’’ message on the multi- This feature turns off the headlights, LOCK (0) position with the information display, there is a all other exterior lights, and the headlight switch on, but do not open problem with the daytime running...
Page 128: Hazard Warning Button
Hazard Warning Button, Rear Window Defogger Hazard Warning Button Rear Window Defogger Make sure the rear window is clear and you have good visibility before starting to drive. The defogger wires on the inside of the rear window can be accidentally damaged.
Page 129: Instrument Panel Brightness
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. You will hear a beep when it is canceled.
Page 130: Steering Wheel Adjustments
Steering Wheel Adjustments Make any steering wheel adjustment Release the switch when the ADJUSTMENT SWITCH before you start driving. steering 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 indicators.
Page 131 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 132: Keys And Locks
You can keep the glove have to get a lost key replaced. Use box locked when you leave your only Acura-approved key blanks. The valet key does not contain a vehicle and the valet key at a parking battery.
Page 133 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 switch. If the key does not fully extended. Make sure your fingers do RELEASE BUTTON extend, the immobilizer system may not touch the pivot of the key when...
Page 134: Immobilizer System
Immobilizer System The Immobilizer System protects If the system repeatedly does not As required by the FCC: your vehicle from theft. If an recognize the coding of your key, This device complies with Part 15 of the improperly-coded key (or other contact your dealer.
Page 135: Ignition Switch
Ignition Switch If the front wheels are turned, the You will hear a reminder beeper if anti-theft lock may make it difficult you leave the key in the ignition to turn the key. Firmly turn the switch in the LOCK (0) or the steering wheel to the left or right as ACCESSORY (I) position and open you turn the key.
Page 136: Door Locks
Door Locks To change the ‘‘KEY AND REMOTE LOCK UNLOCK UNLOCK MODE’’ setting, see page When the vehicle speed reaches about 10 mph (about 15 km/h) or more, all the doors lock automatically. To change the ‘‘AUTO DOOR LOCK’’ setting, see page LOCK UNLOCK When you shift to P after driving, the...
Page 137: Childproof Door Locks
Door Locks, Tailgate Childproof Door Locks Tailgate Lockout Prevention 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. If you try to lock an open driver’s door by pulling the lock tab rearward the lock tab on the driver’s door pops...
Page 138: Power Tailgate
Tailgate Power Tailgate Press and hold the tailgate button on the remote transmitter or the switch for about 1 second to open or close the tailgate. Each time you press the button on the remote transmitter or the switch, you will hear a beep, and some front and rear lights will flash.
Page 139 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 hands on the edge of the tailgate or resistance while opening or closing, on the tailgate sill.
Page 140 Tailgate Unlocking the Tailgate If you try to drive off with 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 141: Remote Transmitter
Tailgate, Remote Transmitter Remote Transmitter MDX, Technology, and U.S. Sport U.S. Entertainment Packages and Canadian Elite Package models Packages models LOCK UNLOCK UNLOCK LOCK BUTTON BUTTON BUTTON BUTTON TAILGATE BUTTON PANIC PANIC BUTTON BUTTON MDX, Technology, and U.S. Sport LOCK Press this button once to To change the ‘‘KEYLESS LOCK Packages models...
Page 142 Remote Transmitter UNLOCK Press this button once When you press the UNLOCK direction and stops in the fully to unlock the driver’s door. Push it button, the front and rear individual opened or fully closed position. twice to unlock the other doors. map lights and the cargo area light, Some exterior lights will flash twice depending on their switch positions,...
Page 143 Remote Transmitter Replacing the Transmitter Remote Transmitter Care Battery Avoid dropping or throwing the transmitter. If it takes several pushes on the Protect the transmitter from button to lock or unlock the doors extreme temperature. and the tailgate, replace the battery Do not immerse the transmitter in as soon as possible.
Page 144 Remote Transmitter Remove the old battery and note As required by the FCC: the polarity. Make sure the This device complies with Part 15 of the polarity of the new battery is the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the same ( side facing up), then following two conditions: (1) This device...
Page 145 Remote Transmitter Keyless Memory Settings Here are the settings activated with The steering wheel will move to the the remote; stored position when you insert the key into the ignition switch. Customized settings (see page You will also see the ‘‘WELCOME DRIVER 1’’...
Page 146: Seats
Seats Front Seat Power Adjustments Moves the whole seat up See pages for important safety and forward, or down and backward. The front information and warnings about how to of the seat also tilts up or properly position the seats and seat- down at the same time.
Page 147 Seats Head Restraints FRONT CUSHION See page for important safety information and a warning about improperly positioning head restraints. SEAT- 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 148 Seats When reinstalling a head restraint, SECOND CENTER AND THIRD ROW put the legs back in place. Then CUSHION adjust it to the appropriate height Failure to reinstall the head while pressing the release button. restraints can result in severe injury during a crash.
Page 149 Install each restraint in its proper normal position, or in the event of a location. severe collision, have the vehicle inspected by an Acura dealer. Only use genuine Acura The driver’s and front passenger’s replacement head restraints. seats have active head restraints. If...
Page 150 Seats Adjusting the Second Row Seats Folding the Second Row Seats Make sure that the folded seat-back 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 To unlatch the detachable anchor improperly.
Page 151 Seats Third Row Access Folding the Third Row Seat Use the latch plate to release the seat belt from the detachable anchor (see page Lower the head restraints to their lowest positions. To fold the third row seat, NOTE: the second row seat-back must be folded down or in the full up right position.
Page 152: Detachable Anchor
Seats Detachable Anchor Reverse this procedure to return the When the seats are returned to the seat to the upright position. Make upright position, these detachable sure the seat is locked securely anchors should be latched back before driving. Reconnect the seat properly.
Page 153 Seats SECOND ROW CENTER SEAT THIRD ROW SEATS SMALL LATCH PLATE LATCH PLATE TRIANGLE MARKS HOOK SMALL LATCH PLATE ANCHOR BUCKLE Pull out the small latch plate and the Pull out the outer shoulder belts Line up the triangle marks on the latch plate from each holding slot in from the hook.
Page 154: Seat Heaters
Seat Heaters Passenger’s Seat Driver’s HEATERS Front seat Second row seat Seat Both front seats are equipped with Push the front of the switch, HI, to U.S. Entertainment Packages and seat heaters. Because of the sensors rapidly heat up the seat. After the Canadian models for the side airbag cutoff system, seat reaches a comfortable...
Page 155: Power Windows
Seat Heaters, Power Windows Power Windows In the HI setting, the heater turns off The windows will operate for up to when the seat gets warm, and turns 10 minutes after you turn off the back on after the seat’s temperature ignition switch.
Page 156 Power Windows AUTO REVERSE To close either front window fully, If either front If your vehicle’s battery is pull back the window switch firmly window senses any obstacle while it disconnected or goes dead, or the to the second detent, then release it. is closing automatically, it will driver’s window fuse is removed, the The window automatically goes all...
Page 157 Power Windows Opening the Windows and Opening/Closing the Windows Turn the key clockwise again, 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 release the key.
Page 158: Moonroof
Power Windows, Moonroof Moonroof To close the windows and the To tilt up the moonroof, push on the 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 159: Parking Brake
Moonroof, Parking Brake Auto Reverse Parking Brake You can open and close the If the moonroof runs into any moonroof for up to 10 minutes after obstacle while it is closing you turn off the ignition switch. RELEASE HANDLE automatically, it will reverse Opening either front door cancels direction, and then stop.
Page 160: Mirrors
Parking Brake, Mirrors Mirrors Keep the inside and outside mirrors clean and adjusted for best visibility. Driving the vehicle with the parking Be sure to adjust the mirrors before brake applied can damage the rear you start driving. brakes and axles. A beeper will sound if the vehicle is driven with the parking brake on.
Page 161 Mirrors Adjusting the Power Mirrors Push the appropriate edge of the adjustment switch to move the mirror right, left, up, or down. There is also a sensor on the back of the mirror. Items hung on the mirror SELECTOR When you finish, move the SWITCH may block this sensor and af f ect its selector switch to the center (off)
Page 162 Mirrors Reverse Tilt Door Mirror Heated Mirrors Both outside door mirrors have a reverse tilt feature. When in reverse, HEATED MIRROR BUTTON the selected mirror will tilt down slightly to improve your view as you parallel park. Shifting out of reverse will return the mirrors to their original position.
Page 163: Driving Position Memory System
Driving Position Memory System Storing a Driving Position in Your vehicle has a memory feature MEMORY BUTTONS Memory for the steering wheel, driver’s seat, and outside mirror positions. Store a driving position only when the vehicle is parked. Seat, except for power lumbar, steering wheel and outside mirror Turn the ignition switch to the ON positions can be stored in separate...
Page 164 Driving Position Memory System Selecting a Memorized Position Doing any of the following after To stop the system’s automatic pressing the MEMO button will To select a memorized position, do adjustment, do any of these actions: cancel the storing procedure. this: Press any button on the control Not pressing a memory button...
Page 165: Interior Lights
Interior Lights Light Control Switch The individual map lights in the After all doors are closed tightly, the second row and the cargo area lights dim slightly, then fade out in light in the third row cannot be about 30 seconds. DOOR ACTIVATED POSITION turned on.
Page 166 Interior Lights Individual Map Lights When the light control switch is in the 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 comes on if the switch is in the door activated position.
Page 167 Interior Lights Cargo Area Light Tailgate Lights Individual Interior Lights 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. The light around the ignition switch The tailgate lights do not come on comes on when any door is opened.
Page 168: Interior Convenience Items
Interior Convenience Items SUNGLASSES HOLDER COAT HOOK SUN VISOR VANITY MIRROR STORAGE COMPARTMENTS GROCERY HOOK GLOVE BOX CENTER POCKET ACCESSORY POWER SOCKET CONSOLE COMPARTMENT BEVERAGE HOLDER ARMREST/BEVERAGE HOLDER ACCESSORY POWER SOCKET...
Page 169: Beverage Holders
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 170: Console Compartment
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 in a crash, even if the passenger is wearing the seat...
Page 171: Sunglasses Holder
Interior Convenience Items Sunglasses Holder Cargo Hooks HOOK PUSH SUNGLASSES HOLDER To open the sunglasses holder, push Some larger styles of sunglasses The hooks on the floor of the cargo then release the raised detent. It will may not fit in the holder. area enable you to tie down items unlatch and swing down.
Page 172: Sun Visor
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 173: Ac Power Outlet
Interior Convenience Items AC Power Outlet Each socket is intended to supply 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. MDX, Technology, and U.S. Sport Packages models U.S.
Page 174 Interior Convenience Items Always run the engine when you use The AC power outlet is not NOTE: 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, watts or less.
Page 175: Features
Features The climate control system in your Climate Control System ....170 HomeLink Universal vehicle provides a comfortable Rear Climate Controls ....175 Transceiver ........ . 276 driving environment in all weather Audio System ........ . 180 Bluetooth HandsFreeLink ..
Page 176: Climate Control System
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 WINDSHIELD DEFROSTER BUTTON BUTTON RECIRCULATION BUTTON...
Page 177 Climate Control System Personalization Setting Using Automatic Climate Control The system automatically selects When you unlock the doors with The automatic climate control the proper mix of conditioned your remote, the driver’s ID (Driver system in your vehicle picks the and/or heated air that will, as 1 or Driver 2) is detected, and the proper combination of air...
Page 178 Climate Control System When you set the temperature to its passengers according to each Rear Button lower limit ( ) or its upper limit adjusted temperature. The system When you press this button, the ), the system runs at full also regulates each temperature indicator in the button comes on, and cooling or heating only.
Page 179 Climate Control System To Turn Everything Off Semi-automatic Operation Recirculation Button If you press the OFF button, the You can manually select various When the indicator in the button is climate control system shuts off functions of the climate control on, air from the vehicle’s interior is completely.
Page 180 Climate Control System Rear Window Defogger Button Airflow is divided between For your safety, make sure you have This button turns the rear window the floor and corner vents and the a clear view through all the windows defogger off and on (see page defroster vents at the base of the before driving.
Page 181: Rear Climate Controls
Climate Control System Rear Climate Controls REAR CONTROL PANEL REAR PASSENGER COMPARTMENT TEMPERATURE REAR PASSENGER COMPARTMENT CONTROL TEMPERATURE BUTTONS CONTROL BUTTONS MODE BUTTON AUTO BUTTON REAR BUTTON OFF BUTTON the rear temperature control buttons. You can use the rear control panel Rear Button When the indicator in this button is A passenger can also adjust the fan...
Page 182 Climate Control System Temperature Control Fan Control Automatic Operation Press the temperature control Press the fan control button Pressing the AUTO button puts the button to increase the temperature to increase the fan speed and airflow. system in automatic operation mode. of airflow, and the button to Press the...
Page 183 Climate Control System Triple Zone Temperature Control The temperatures of the driver’s side Driver’s Side Passenger’s Side and the front passenger’s side can be 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 controlled independently.
Page 184 Climate Control System Push AUTO or . The selected When the indicator in the REAR temperatures appear in the display. button is off, the temperature of the When the indicator in the DUAL rear passenger compartment is button is off, you can adjust both synchronized to the driver’s side set sides to the same temperature by temperature.
Page 185 Climate Control System Sunlight and Temperature Sensors TEMPERATURE/HUMIDITY SENSOR 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 186: Audio System
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 For vehicles with navigation system, see pages through Without navigation system...
Page 187: Playing The Am/Fm Radio
Playing the AM/FM Radio (Models without navigation system) SEEK BUTTONS AUTO SELECT BUTTON FM BUTTON SCAN BUTTON TUNE KNOB POWER/VOLUME KNOB AM BUTTON PRESET BUTTONS...
Page 188 Playing the AM/FM Radio (Models without navigation system) To Play the Radio To Select a Station SCAN The scan function samples 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 189 Playing the AM/FM Radio (Models without navigation system) Preset AUTO SELECT Each preset button can If you are To turn off auto select , press the store one frequency on AM and two traveling far from home and can no A.
Page 190 Playing the AM/FM Radio (Models without navigation system) Adjusting the Sound Adjusts the volume level choose low. If you feel the sound is Press the TUNE (SOUND) knob based on the vehicle speed. too quiet, choose high. repeatedly to display the BASS, TREBLE, FADER, BALANCE, Each mode is shown in the display as This function is set to MID as the...
Page 191: Playing The Xm Satellite Radio
Playing the XM Satellite Radio (Models without navigation system) CATEGORY BUTTONS XM RADIO BUTTON SCAN BUTTON TUNE KNOB POWER/VOLUME KNOB DISP/MODE BUTTON PRESET BUTTONS CONTINUED...
Page 192 Playing the XM Satellite Radio (Models without navigation system) Your vehicle is capable of receiving button. The last channel you nothing wrong with your system. XM Satellite Radio anywhere in the listened to will show in the display. TUNE United States, except Hawaii and Adjust the volume by turning the Turn the TUNE knob to Alaska.
Page 193 Playing the XM Satellite Radio (Models without navigation system) SCAN The SCAN function gives Use the TUNE knob, the The presets may be lost if your you a sampling of all channels while CATEGORY buttons, or the vehicle’s battery goes dead, is in the channel mode.
Page 194 Playing the XM Satellite Radio (Models without navigation system) NOSIGNAL The signal is currently too weak. Move the vehicle Signal may be blocked by Signal weaker in to an area away from tall buildings, mountains or large obstacles to these areas. the south.
Page 195 Playing the XM Satellite Radio (Models without navigation system) Depending on where you drive, you As required by the FCC: your credit card number. To get your may experience reception problems. Changes or modifications not expressly radio I.D. number, turn the TUNE Interference can be caused by any of approved by the party responsible for knob until ‘‘0’’...
Page 196: Playing Discs
Playing Discs (Models without navigation system) TRACK/FILE NUMBER MP3/WMA INDICATOR 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...
Page 197 Playing Discs (Models without navigation system) To Play a Disc This audio system can also play The specifications of the compatible To load or play discs, the ignition CD-Rs and CD-RWs compressed in WMA file are: switch must be in the ACCESSORY MP3 or WMA formats.
Page 198 Playing Discs (Models without navigation system) NOTE: Loading Discs You cannot load and play 3-inch If a file on an MP3 or WMA disc is Your vehicle’s in-dash disc changer (8-cm) discs in this unit. protected by digital rights holds up to six discs. management (DRM), the audio unit When the disc load indicator turns displays CD FORMAT, and then...
Page 199 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 button, characters, you will see the first 15 system begins to play. the display shows you the text data characters and the indicator in...
Page 200 Playing Discs (Models without navigation system) REPEAT (Track Repeat) To Change or Select Tracks/Files track. Use the seek buttons while a disc is continuously replay a track (file in playing to select passages and To move rapidly within a track or file, MP3 or WMA mode), press and change tracks (files in MP3 or WMA press and hold the...
Page 201 Playing Discs (Models without navigation system) In MP3 or WMA mode Each time you press and release the In MP3 or WMA mode FOLDER REPEAT FOLDER RANDOM This feature, RPT button, the mode changes from This when activated, replays all the files file repeat to folder repeat, to disc feature, when activated, plays the on the selected folder in the order...
Page 202 Playing Discs (Models without navigation system) SCAN The SCAN function In MP3 or WMA mode Pressing either seek button, or F-SCAN samples all the tracks on the disc in This feature, when 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 disc (all files in the selected folder in...
Page 203 Playing Discs (Models without navigation system) D-SCAN To Stop Playing a Disc This feature, when When the first track in the last 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 in the last disc begins to play, the...
Page 204 Playing Discs (Models without navigation system) If you turn the system off while a To remove a different disc from the disc is playing, either with the changer, first select it with the power/volume knob or by turning appropriate preset button. When that off the ignition switch, the disc will disc begins playing, press the eject stay in the drive.
Page 205: Disc Changer Error Messages
Disc Changer Error Message (Models without navigation system) The chart on the right explains the Error Massage Cause Solution error messages you may see in the display while playing a disc. High temperature Will disappear when the temperature returns to HEAT ERROR If you see an error message in the normal.
Page 206: Audio System (Models With Navigation System)
Audio System (Models with navigation system) Interface Dial Personalization Setting The knob turns left and right. Use it On models with navigation system to make selections or adjustments to When you unlock the doors with Most audio system functions can still a list or menu on the screen.
Page 207: Playing The Am/Fm Radio
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 SCAN SELECT SCAN BUTTON BUTTON BUTTON SEEK SEEK AM/FM BUTTONS AM/FM BUTTONS BUTTON BUTTON TUNE KNOB POWER/ TUNE KNOB...
Page 208 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 209 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 210 Playing the AM/FM Radio (Models with navigation system) Preset Each preset button or You can also press the A.SEL button. preset icon can store one frequency You will see AUTO SEL on the AUTO SEL ICON on AM and two frequencies on FM. screen, and the system goes into scan mode for several seconds.
Page 211: Am/Fm Radio Reception
AM/FM Radio Reception Radio Frequencies Radio Reception 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 frequen- as the distance from the station’s cies: transmitter, nearby large objects, and atmospheric conditions.
Page 212 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 such as buildings and hills.
Page 213 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 214 Playing the AM/FM Radio (Models with navigation system) BASS/TREBLE FADER/BALANCE CENTER/SUBWOOFER To adjust bass These and treble, select BASS or TREBLE, modes adjust the strength of the adjust the strength of the sound and press ENTER on the interface sound coming from each speaker. from the center or subwoofer selector.
Page 215 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 PL (ProLogic) II signal processing Dolby PL II, and press ENTER on Compensation (SVC) creates multi-channel surround the interface selector.
Page 216: Playing The Xm Satellite Radio
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 VOLUME VOLUME KNOB KNOB DISPLAY/...
Page 217 Playing the XM Satellite Radio (Models with navigation system) Operating the XM Radio Your vehicle is capable of receiving Push the AUDIO button to display XM Satellite Radio anywhere in the XM information on the screen. You United States, and Canada, except can operate the XM Satellite Radio Hawaii and Alaska.
Page 218 Playing the XM Satellite Radio (Models with navigation system) MODE TUNE To switch between the In the category mode, such as Jazz, Turn the TUNE knob to category mode and channel mode, Rock, Classical, etc., you can change channel selections. Turn the press and hold the DISP/MODE navigate through all of the channels knob right for higher numbered...
Page 219 Playing the XM Satellite Radio (Models with navigation system) CATEGORY ( SCAN Press 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 220 Playing the XM Satellite Radio (Models with navigation system) Use the tune or scan function to Press the button or scroll tune to a desired channel. up again. The other XM band will be shown. Store the next six XM BAND In category mode, only channels channels using steps 2 and 3.
Page 221 Playing the XM Satellite Radio (Models with navigation system) XM Radio Display Messages NOSIGNAL The signal is currently too L OADING XM is loading the weak. Move the audio or program vehicle to an area information. away from tall buildings, and OF F AIR The channel with an...
Page 222 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 223 Playing the XM Satellite Radio (Models with navigation system) Depending on where you drive, you As required by the FCC: them your radio I.D. number and may experience reception problems. Changes or modifications not expressly your credit card number. To get your Interference can be caused by any of approved by the party responsible for radio I.D.
Page 224: Playing Discs
Playing Discs (Models with navigation system) Without rear entertainment system With rear entertainment system AUDIO DISPLAY REPEAT BUTTON AUDIO DISPLAY RANDOM BUTTON PRESET BUTTONS SEEK BUTTONS SCAN RANDOM SCAN BUTTON BUTTON BUTTON SEEK LOAD EJECT LOAD BUTTONS BUTTON BUTTON BUTTON POWER/ POWER/ EJECT...
Page 225 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 controls used for the radio. To operate the disc changer, the ignition DVD-A discs not meeting DVD switch must be in the ACCESSORY verification standards may not be...
Page 226 Playing Discs (Models with navigation system) Loading Discs in the Changer Repeat this until all six positions You can select the position to load a To load multiple discs in one are loaded. If you are not loading disc. Turn the interface knob or operation: all six positions, the system will press a preset button to select the...
Page 227 Playing Discs (Models with navigation system) To Play a Disc The player can play CD-TEXT, MP3, If the disc does not carry album, 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 228 Playing Discs (Models with navigation system) To Choose a Track Disc Scan To exit the track list display, press the AUDIO button, or push the When you press the SCAN button interface selector to the left. repeatedly until you see D-SCAN in the audio display, or push down the Track Scan interface selector to the right, the...
Page 229 Playing Discs (Models with navigation system) Track Repeat Disc Repeat Random Play 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 RPT button, or use the interface repeatedly until you see D-RPT in...
Page 230 Playing Discs (Models with navigation system) To Pause a Disc Playing a DVD-A Disc The specifications of the compatible To pause a disc, press the preset Use the disc controls previously WMA file are: button which corresponds to the described. Sampling frequency: 22.05/32/44.1/ current disc.
Page 231 Playing Discs (Models with navigation system) Changing the Folders Changing and Selecting the Folders/ While playing an MP3/WMA disc, Files 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 232 Playing Discs (Models with navigation system) Folder Scan Folder Repeat Folder Random This feature, when activated, This feature, when activated, replays This feature, when activated, plays in samples the first file of each folder all files on the selected folder. To the current folder in random order.
Page 233 Playing Discs (Models with navigation system) Removing Discs from the To remove a different disc from the Changer changer, first select it by pressing To remove the disc that is currently the corresponding number on the playing, press the eject button. You preset button or turning the will see ‘‘EJECT’’...
Page 234: Disc Changer Error Messages
Disc Changer Error Messages The chart on the right explains the Error Message Cause Solution error messages you may see in the display while playing a disc. High Temperature Will disappear when the temperature returns to HEAT ERROR If you see an error message in the normal.
Page 235: Protecting Your Discs
Protecting Your Discs General Information Protecting Discs When using CD-R or CD-RW discs, When a disc is not being played, use only high quality discs labeled store it in its case to protect it from for audio use. dust and other contamination. To prevent warpage, keep discs out of When recording a CD-R or direct sunlight and extreme heat.
Page 236 Protecting Your Discs Additional Information of Bubbled, wrinkled, labelled, and excessively thick discs 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 237 Protecting Your Discs Small, irregular shaped discs Discs with scratches, dirty discs Recommended discs are printed with the following logo. For the rear entertainment system, see page 3-inch (8-cm) CD Triangle Shape Audio unit may not play the Fingerprints, scratches, etc. following formats.
Page 238: Auxiliary Input Jack
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. The entertainment system are on the system will accept auxiliary input back of the center console...
Page 239: Remote Audio Controls
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 the desired volume is reached, then ( ) of the CH button.
Page 240 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. Each time you press the top ( ) of the button, the system top ( ) of the button, the system goes to the next preset channel.
Page 241: Radio Theft Protection
Radio Theft Protection Your vehicle’s audio system may If your vehicle’s battery is discon- The system will retain your AM and disable itself if it is disconnected nected or goes dead, or the radio FM presets even if power is from electrical power for any reason.
Page 242: Setting The Clock And Calendar
Setting the Clock and Calendar 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 243: Rear Entertainment System
Rear Entertainment System To Turn On the System Available on U.S. Entertainment you will see ‘‘DVD EJECT’’ in the Package and Canadian Elite Package Press the REAR PWR button. The display. You should select another models indicator on the REAR PWR button source or insert a DVD.
Page 244 Rear Entertainment System U.S. Entertainment Package and Canadian Elite Package models Overhead Screen Unit REAR CTRL OFF BUTTON REAR PWR BUTTON FRONT SOURCE BUTTON REAR SOURCE BUTTON...
Page 245 Rear Entertainment System To Select Rear Entertainment Operating the DVD Player from 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 246 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 SEEK/SKIP BUTTONS will pull it in the rest of the way. PLAY Press the DVD ( button if the DVD does not start...
Page 247 Rear Entertainment System SEEK/SKIP EJECT Using the Rear Control Panel Press and hold the Press the eject button to 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, overhead screen advances rapidly.
Page 248 Rear Entertainment System To Play the Radio from the Rear Control Panel Use the , or button to highlight SEEK, TUNE, AUTO SELECT, SCAN, or REAR CONTROL PANEL one of the preset radio stations on the overhead screen. You can enter the highlighted function by pressing the ENT button.
Page 249 Rear Entertainment System To Play a Disc in the 6-Disc While the overhead screen is closed, To change the disc currently playing, Changer from the Rear Control you can see the XM radio use the , or information in the subsidiary display Panel button to highlight your in the ceiling.
Page 250 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. Open the overhead screen by pushing the OPEN button.
Page 251 Rear Entertainment System DISP Button MENU SCROLL Button Top Menu When you press the DISP button When you press the MENU When you select ‘‘TOP MENU’’, the while a DVD is playing, the current SCROLL button while a DVD is screen changes to the DVD’s title status of title, chapter, elapsed time, playing, the DVD Menu appears.
Page 252 Rear Entertainment System Menu Play Mode ‘‘Audio’’ When you select ‘‘MENU’’ with the When you select ‘‘PLAY MODE’’ To change the Audio setting, button, the screen with the button, you highlight ‘‘Audio’’ from the play changes to the DVD’s title menu. can change the DVD’s Audio, mode menu with the Subtitle or Angle setting.
Page 253 Rear Entertainment System The selectable languages vary from ‘‘Subtitle’’ After selecting your desired subtitle, DVD to DVD, and this feature may press the RETURN button or cursor not be available on some DVDs. back with the button to go back to the top of the Play Mode Press the RETURN button or cursor menu.
Page 254 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 button to go back to the top of the Play Mode menu.
Page 255 Rear Entertainment System ‘‘Title/Chapter Search’’ NumInput With ‘‘Title’’ highlighted, use the A numerical command can be issued Select the first digit number using button to jump to your to a DVD by inputting a two digit , or desired title and press the ENT number, and a button number can be button, and enter it by pressing button.
Page 256 Rear Entertainment System SETUP Button Select and enter the second digit Disp Adjust number the same way. The cursor To adjust the display, highlight ‘‘Disp will automatically move to the ‘‘ENT’’ Adjust’’ from the setup menu with icon when you press the ENT button. button and press Press the ENT button to enter the the ENT button.
Page 257 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 button. default setting, select ‘‘Reset’’ by Adjust the setting by pressing the pressing the button, and, Select ‘‘Yes,’’...
Page 258 Rear Entertainment System Aspect Ratio The selected setting will be You can set the screen mode to highlighted in blue for one second, these settings: and the screen returns to the play Normal mode in the selected setting. Wide Zoom Full Select the ‘‘Aspect Ratio’’...
Page 259 Rear Entertainment System Personal Surround Select ‘‘Cinema,’’ ‘‘Music,’’ or ‘‘Voice’’ If you select ‘‘Off,’’ the logo by pressing the button, disappears, and there will be no and enter your selection by pressing special sound effect. the ENT button. The ‘‘PERSONAL SURROUND’’...
Page 260 Rear Entertainment System INITIAL SETTINGS Menu INITIAL SETTINGS (Language) Menu Language When you press the SETUP button When you select ‘‘Language’’ with To select the language used in the on the rear control panel when a button, the menu DISC menus, select ‘‘Menu DVD is not playing, the ‘‘INITIAL shown above appears.
Page 261 Rear Entertainment System Select the desired language by If you want another language than If you select ‘‘No,’’ and press the pressing the button, those listed, you need to enter the ENT button, the display returns to and then pressing the ENT button. code number of the desired language.
Page 262 Rear Entertainment System Audio Language If you select ‘‘Yes,’’ the display If you made a mistake entering a You can select the dubbed language changes to the language code input number digit, select ‘‘DEL’’ on the before playing DVDs. mode. Select the first number digit display with the Select ‘‘Audio Language’’...
Page 263 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. You can select the subtitle language When you select ‘‘Others’’...
Page 264 Rear Entertainment System Angle Mark ANGLE MARK When you select the ‘‘Dynamic When you switch to another angle Select ‘‘Angle Mark’’ by pressing the Range’’ by pressing the while playing a DVD, the angle mark button. The above submenu button, you will see the submenu is displayed in the upper right corner appears.
Page 265 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. When you select and enter ‘‘Yes,’’ Highlight ‘‘Parental Level’’ and press the display changes as shown above. ENT button.
Page 266 Rear Entertainment System Changing the Password If the system does not recognize the If you enter the password correctly, The password was set to ‘‘1111’’ password you entered, you will see you can then change the parental when the vehicle left the factory. the above display.
Page 267 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, password you entered, you will see menu displayed. Select ‘‘Yes’’ by and enter it by pressing the ENT the above display.
Page 268 Rear Entertainment System Remote Control RELEASE BUTTON If you forget the password, select The display changes as shown above. The rear control panel can be ‘‘Password,’’ and press the button If you want to use the default detached from the ceiling unit and 10 times.
Page 269 Rear Entertainment System Replacing the Remote Control An improperly disposed of battery As required by the FCC: Batteries can hurt the environment. This device complies with Part 15 of the Always confirm local regulations for FCC rules. Operation is subject to the battery disposal.
Page 270 Rear Entertainment System Playable DVDs Protecting DVDs The DVD player can also play discs 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 271 Rear Entertainment System DVD Player Error Messages Error Massage Cause Solution The chart on the right explains the error messages you may see in the display while playing a disc. Press the disc eject button, and remove the disc. FOCUS Error Check for an error indication.
Page 272 Rear Entertainment System Wireless Headphones To use the headphones, pivot the 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 273 Rear Entertainment System Auxiliary Input Jacks Replacing Batteries COVER BATTERY Each headphone uses one AAA Remove the battery. Install the new Auxiliary input jacks and headphone battery. The battery is under the battery in the earpiece as shown in connectors for the rear cover on the left earpiece.
Page 274 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 275: Security System
Security System The security system helps to protect The security system will not set if your vehicle and valuables from theft. the hood, tailgate, or any door is not The horn sounds and a combination fully closed. If the system will not set, of headlights, position lights, side check that the doors, the tailgate and marker lights and taillights flashes if...
Page 276: Cruise Control
Cruise Control Using Cruise Control Cruise control allows you to maintain Press and release the SET/ a set speed above 25 mph (40 km/h) DECEL button on the steering without keeping your foot on the wheel. The CRUISE CONTROL CRUISE BUTTON accelerator pedal.
Page 277 Cruise Control Changing the Set Speed Cruise control may not hold the set 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. If your vehicle speed speed in any of these ways: increases going down a hill, use the Press and hold the SET/DECEL...
Page 278 Cruise Control Cancelling Cruise Control Resuming the Set Speed Even with cruise control turned on, you can still use the accelerator When you push the CANCEL button pedal 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 279: Compass
Compass Canadian MDX model Compass Operation Compass operation can be affected by driving near power lines or stations, across bridges, through Press and hold SET tunnels, over railroad crossings, past Press SET large vehicles, or driving near large Press objects that can cause a magnetic disturbance.
Page 280 Compass When the display goes from Find the zone for your area on the ‘‘ ’’ to an actual heading, the map. unit is calibrated and the display returns to normal. If the zone is incorrect, press the button to cycle the count down, Do this procedure in an open or the button to cycle the count...
Page 281 Compass Zone Map...
Page 282: Homelink Universal Transceiver
HomeLink Universal Transceiver The HomeLink Universal garage door opener that lacks safety to test that the safety features are Transceiver built into your vehicle stop and reverse features. functioning properly. If you do not can be programmed to operate up to have this information, contact the three remote controlled devices Units manufactured between April 1,...
Page 283 HomeLink Universal Transceiver If you are training the second or If the red indicator in HomeLink If the red indicator in HomeLink third buttons, go directly to step 1. begins to flash slowly at first, continues to flash slowly (does then rapidly, release both not begin to flash rapidly), Hold the end of the garage door...
Page 284 HomeLink Universal Transceiver Repeat these steps to train the Make sure you have properly have approximately 30 seconds to other two HomeLink buttons to completed the ‘‘Training complete the following steps. operate any other compatible HomeLink’’ procedure. remotely controlled devices Press and hold the button on around your home (lighting, Find the ‘‘training’’...
Page 285 HomeLink Universal Transceiver Erasing Codes If a standard transmitter was As required by the FCC: To erase the codes stored in all three programmed, the indicator will This device complies with Part 15 of the buttons, press and hold the two stay on for about 25 seconds.
Page 286: Bluetooth Handsfreelink
, or call The HFL uses a Class 2 Bluetooth, With a linked phone, you can then www.acura.ca 1-888-9-ACURA-9. The HFL is which means the maximum range automatically dial any name or available in English on U.S. models, between your phone and vehicle is number in the phonebook.
Page 287 Bluetooth HandsFreeLink Microphone HFL Buttons On vehicles with navigation system Your vehicle’s HFL system has the The HFL microphone is on the cellular phonebook import function. ceiling, between the front map lights HFL TALK BUTTON This allows you to import your and the console buttons.
Page 288 Bluetooth HandsFreeLink Multi-Information Display Signal Strength Indicates the network signal strength of the HFL TALK BUTTON current phone. Five bars equals SIGNAL BATTERY full strength. STRENGTH MODE LEVEL STATUS ROAM Status Indicates your phone is roaming. Battery Level Status Indicates the power currently remaining in your phone’s battery.
Page 289 Bluetooth HandsFreeLink How to Use the HFL Using Voice Control Give a voice command in a clear The HFL is operated by the HFL Here are some guidelines for using natural speaking voice without Talk and Back buttons on the left voice control: pausing between words or side of the steering wheel.
Page 290 Bluetooth HandsFreeLink To hear a list of available options To go back one step in a command When you finish a command at any time, press the Talk button, process, say, ‘‘Go back,’’ or press sequence, the HFL goes back to wait for the beep, and say, ‘‘Hands the Back button.
Page 291 Bluetooth HandsFreeLink Setting Up the System Press and release the Talk button. Press and release the Talk button. The voice of the HFL can be set to After the beep, say ‘‘Male’’ or After the beep, say ‘‘Ring tone’’ or male or female (U.S.
Page 292 Bluetooth HandsFreeLink Setting Your Passcode Press and release the Talk button. cycle. If the passcode is set, its The HFL will accept a numeric, four- After the beep, say ‘‘Yes.’’ The response is ‘‘The system is locked. digit passcode that you can use for HFL response is ‘‘Security is on.
Page 293 528-7876. In Canada, visit The following procedure works for www.acura. , or call 1-888-9-ACURA-9. Your most phones. If you cannot pair Press and release the Talk button. phone retailer should also be able to your phone to the HFL with this After the beep, say ‘‘Pair.’’...
Page 294 Bluetooth HandsFreeLink Press and release the Talk button. Press and release the Talk button. The HFL response is ‘‘Phone After the beep, say ‘‘Yes.’’ The After the beep, say the name you setup options are status, pair, edit, HFL response is ‘‘Searching for a want to use.
Page 295 Bluetooth HandsFreeLink To delete a paired phone, do this: Press and release the Talk button. To find out the status of the phone being Press and release the Talk button. If you say ‘‘OK’’ after the beep, the used, do this: After the beep, say ‘‘Phone setup.’’...
Page 296 Bluetooth HandsFreeLink Making a Call To change from the currently linked Press and release the Talk button. phone to another paired phone, do this: You can make calls using any phone After the beep, say the number Press and release the Talk button. number, or by using a name in the you want to call.
Page 297 Bluetooth HandsFreeLink Sending Numbers or Names To make a call using a name in the HFL To end the call, press the Back During a Call phonebook, do this: button. With your phone on and the The HFL allows you to send ignition in the ACCESSORY (I) or To redial the last number called by numbers or names during a call.
Page 298 Bluetooth HandsFreeLink Receiving a Call Transferring a Call Press and release the Talk button. After the beep, say ‘‘Send.’’ The If you receive a call when you are not During a call, you can transfer it dial tones will be sent, and the call on the phone, the HFL interrupts the from the HFL to your phone, or from will continue.
Page 299 Bluetooth HandsFreeLink Muting a Call Setting up the Phonebook Press and release the Talk button. During a call, you can mute or The HFL phonebook can store up to After the beep, say the name you unmute your voice to the person you 50 names with their associated would like to store.
Page 300 Bluetooth HandsFreeLink To edit the number of a name, do this: Press and release the Talk button. Press and release the Talk button. Press and release the Talk button. After the beep, say ‘‘Enter.’’ The After the beep, say ‘‘Yes.’’ The After the beep, say ‘‘Phonebook.’’...
Page 301 528-7876. In Canada, visit device.’’ www.acura. example, Eric, press the Talk or call (888) 9-ACURA-9. You can button, and then say ‘‘Call.’’ The see your phone’s owner’s manual for Select a desired number from the HFL response is, ‘‘Would you like information.
Page 302 Bluetooth HandsFreeLink Press and release the Talk button. If you want to continue to store Press and release the Talk button. After the beep, say the name you any other numbers, press and After the beep, say the name you would like to store.
Page 303 The navigation display will 528-7876. In Canada, visit change as shown above. www.acura. or call (888) 9-ACURA-9. You can see your phone’s owner’s manual for If any phonebook is not stored and information. your phone is not linked to the HFL, Cellular Phonebook is grayed out.
Page 304 Bluetooth HandsFreeLink Search Imported Phonebook: This To import the cellular phonebook NOTE: option allows you to search the You can import the phonebook of HFL does not allow you to pair phone numbers stored in the HFL. your cellular phone in the HFL. Link your phone if the vehicle is When you enter keyword for a your phone to the HFL and select...
Page 305 Bluetooth HandsFreeLink To search the imported phonebook Select a phonebook from the displayed list. If the phonebook you select has a PIN icon, you will need the 4-digit PIN number to access the phonebook. The following screen will appear. Enter the keyword for a person’s name, such as the first name or last You can search the stored number name, using the Interface Dial.
Page 306 Bluetooth HandsFreeLink Select the number (1 6) of the desired person from the list. Work Up to three category icons are displayed in the right side of the list. These category icons indicate how many numbers are stored for the Pager person.
Page 307 Bluetooth HandsFreeLink To store in the Bluetooth To delete the imported phonebook Select a phonebook from the HandsFreeLink displayed list. If the phonebook you select has a PIN icon, you will need the 4-digit PIN number to access the phonebook. The following screen will appear.
Page 308 Bluetooth HandsFreeLink After you enter the correct PIN To add, change, or remove a PIN To add a PIN number number, or if the phonebook you number from any phonebook select is not PIN protected, the following screen appears. Select the phonebook you wish to You can add, change or remove a add the PIN number to.
Page 309 Bluetooth HandsFreeLink To change a PIN number Enter the 4-digit PIN number. You Select the phonebook that you Enter your current PIN number. will be asked to re-enter the PIN to wish to change the PIN number verify. for. The display will change as shown above.
Page 310 Bluetooth HandsFreeLink Clearing the System Press and release the Talk button. This operation clears the HFL of After the beep, say ‘‘Yes.’’ The your passcode, your paired phones, HFL response is ‘‘Preparing to all names in the HFL phonebook, clear all paired phones, all and all imported phonebooks.
Page 311 Bluetooth HandsFreeLink Changing Language Press and release the Talk button. Press and release the Talk button. After the beep, say ‘‘OK’’ to Canadian models only After the beep, say ‘‘Oui’’ or ‘‘Yes.’’ proceed, or say ‘‘Go back’’ or To change from English to French, do If there are no paired phones ‘‘Cancel.’’...
Page 312 Bluetooth HandsFreeLink The HFL response is, for example, To change from French to English, do Press and release the Talk button. ‘‘Quel est le nom Français pour this: After the beep, say ‘‘Yes’’ or ‘‘Oui.’’ Paul’s phone ?’’ Press and Press and release the Talk button.
Page 313 Bluetooth HandsFreeLink The HFL says, for example, ‘‘What As required by the FCC: is the English name for This device complies with Part 15 of the Téléphone de Paul ?’’ Press FCC rules. Operation is subject to the and release the Talk button. After following two conditions: (1) This device the beep, say ‘‘Paul’s phone.
Page 314 Acura Server. and a selector. items. When you make a selection, Working through the XM radio...
Page 315 AcuraLink Reading Messages To view previously read 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. Press the INFO button.
Page 316 AcuraLink Message Options Unread messages have a closed envelope icon next to them. The icon disappears when it has already been read. Only Diagnostic Info NOTE: messages overlay the navigation screen while driving. They indicate if your vehicle has a problem that may need immediate attention (see page After purchasing your vehicle, Select ‘‘Messages’’, then select a...
Page 317 Call Your Acura Dealer Select the paired phone must have a screen can display at one time. When this button to call the Acura dealer compatible data service and be set you select the Voice button, it you purchased your vehicle from.
Page 318 AcuraLink Deleting Messages To delete all messages: Use the interface knob to scroll to Diagnostic info and recall/ the AcuraLink/Messages button, NOTE: campaign messages can only be The Delete All Messages and select it by pressing ENTER NOTE: deleted by your dealer. command does not apply to on the interface selector.
Page 319 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, messages appears each day.
Page 320 AcuraLink Maintenance Minder Recall/Campaigns You can then use the message 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 or other important safety needed for your vehicle.
Page 321 AcuraLink Diagnostic Info information.) When an indicator comes on or a message is displayed on the Multi- Depending on the severity of the Information Display (MID), problem, the message will let you AcuraLink can provide information know if you should see your dealer about the cause of the indicator or immediately or if you can wait until a message and the recommended...
Page 322 Dealer Appointment Reminder When viewing a diagnostic info 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 323 OwnerLink website at www.owners. messages. These messages can only acura.com to change your messaging be deleted by a certified technician preferences. after the recall is done or the problem is corrected, or through a...
Page 324 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 or call www.acura.com/handsfreelink diagnostic information when a the Hands Free Link consumer problem occurs.
Page 325 ‘‘Auto’’ setting will remove the prompt when you select the Check Now button and will automatically connect to the Acura server. This setting only applies when you have a Bluetooth enabled phone that is paired with the HFL and you have completed the Phone-Data Connection setup.
Page 326: Rearview Camera And Monitor
Rearview Camera and Monitor On vehicles with navigation system Since the rearview camera display 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 rear view is shown on the navigation system screen.
Page 327: Before Driving
Before Driving Before you begin driving your Break-in Period ......322 vehicle, you should know what Fuel Recommendation ....322 gasoline to use and how to check the Service Station Procedures ..323 levels of important fluids. You also Refueling ........
Page 328: Break-In Period
Break-in Period, Fuel Recommendation Break-in Period Fuel Recommendation Use of gasoline with these additives 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 a and cause the malfunction indicator extra attention to how you drive pump octane of 91 or higher.
Page 329: Service Station Procedures
Service Station Procedures Refueling If the fuel nozzle keeps clicking off even though the tank is not full, there may be a problem with your vehicle’s fuel FUEL FILL CAP vapor recovery system. The system helps keep fuel vapor from going TETHER into the atmosphere.
Page 330: Tighten Fuel Cap Message
Service Station Procedures Tighten Fuel Cap Message Screw the fuel fill cap back on replace the fuel fill cap. To scroll to until it clicks at least once. If you another message, press the INFO do not properly tighten the cap, button.
Page 331: Opening And Closing The Hood
Service Station Procedures Opening and Closing the Hood Lift the hood up most of the way. 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 your hands.
Page 332: Oil Check
Service Station Procedures Oil Check Engine Coolant Check DIPSTICK RESERVE TANK UPPER MARK LOWER MARK Wait a few minutes after turning the Remove the dipstick again, and Look at the coolant level in the engine off before you check the oil. check the level.
Page 333: Fuel Economy
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 all environments.
Page 334 Fuel Economy Fuel Economy Factors Use the recommended viscosity Observe the speed limit motor oil, displaying the API The following factors can lower your Aerodynamic drag has a big effect vehicle’s fuel economy: Certification Seal (see page on fuel mileage at speeds above 45 Aggressive driving (hard mph (75 km/h).
Page 335 Fuel Economy Minimize the use of the air Checking Your Fuel Economy 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. Gallons of Miles per Plan and combine trips Miles driven fuel Gallon...
Page 336: Accessories And Modifications
Accessories Be sure electronic accessories do or killed. Your dealer has Acura accessories not overload electrical circuits that allow you to personalize your (see page ) or interfere with Follow all instructions in this vehicle.
Page 337 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 338: Carrying Cargo
Carrying Cargo Your vehicle has several convenient storage areas: CONSOLE COMPARTMENT Glove box GLOVE BOX DOOR POCKETS Door and seat-back pockets REAR COMPARTMENT Rear cargo area, including the second and third row seats when folded flat Console compartment Storage compartment Rear compartment Roof-rack (if equipped) However, carrying too much cargo,...
Page 339 Carrying Cargo Load Limits The resulting figure equals the The maximum load for your vehicle available amount of cargo and is 1,158 lbs (525 kg). luggage load capacity. For Overloading or improper example, if the ‘‘XXX’’ amount loading can affect handling and See Tire And Loading Information equals 1,400 lbs.
Page 340 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 Rating (GVWR) or the Gross Max Load (1,158 lbs) Passenger Weight Cargo Weight Axle Weight Rating (GAWR).
Page 341 Carrying Cargo Carrying Cargo in the Passenger Carrying Cargo in the Cargo Area If you carry large items that 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 be thrown around and hurt floor of the cargo area, placing the...
Page 342 Carrying Cargo Optional Separation Net Cargo Hooks The separation net can be used to hold back soft, lightweight items GROCERY HOOKS 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 343: Driving
Driving This section gives you tips on Driving Guidelines ......338 starting the engine under various Preparing to Drive ......338 conditions, and how to operate the Starting the Engine ......339 automatic transmission. It also Check Starting System includes important information on Message .........
Page 344: Driving Guidelines
Driving Guidelines, Preparing to Drive Driving Guidelines Preparing to Drive Do not modify your vehicle in any 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 345: Starting The Engine
Preparing to Drive, Starting the Engine Starting the Engine Check the adjustment of the starter motor runs for about 6 to 9 inside and outside mirrors (see Your vehicle’s starting system has an seconds until the engine starts. page auto control mode. When you turn the ignition switch to the START If you hold the ignition switch in Check the steering wheel...
Page 346: Check Starting System Message
Starting the Engine Check Starting System Message If the engine does not start within If this message is on, the ignition 15 seconds, or starts but stalls switch has to be held in the right away, repeat step 4 with the START (III) position manually accelerator pedal pressed halfway until the engine starts.
Page 347: Automatic Transmission
Automatic Transmission Shift Lever Position Indicators Shifting The ‘‘D’’ indicator comes on for a few 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. If the malfunction indicator lamp comes on along with the ‘‘D’’...
Page 348 Automatic Transmission Drive (D) To avoid transmission damage, come Use this position for to a complete stop before shifting your normal driving. The To shift from: Do this: into Park. The shift lever must be in transmission automatically selects a Press the brake pedal, and Park before you can remove the key suitable gear (1 through 5) for your...
Page 349 Automatic Transmission Sequential SportShift Mode When you accelerate away from a stop, the transmission starts in first gear. You have to manually upshift ( ) UP SHIFT between first and fifth gears. Make sure you upshift before the engine speed reaches the tachometer’s red zone.
Page 350 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 hill.
Page 351 Automatic Transmission The table shows the speed ranges Starting in Second Gear for upshifting and downshifting. To shift from Speed range When you are in Sequential SportShift mode, and the vehicle is under 60 mph stopped, push forward on the shift To shift from Speed range (96 km/h)
Page 352 Automatic Transmission Drive (D ) Engine Speed Limiter Shift Lock Release This position is similar to D, except only the first If you exceed the maximum speed This allows you to move the shift three gears are selected. Use D for the gear you are in, the engine lever out of Park if the normal when towing a trailer in hilly terrain,...
Page 353 Automatic Transmission Remove the key from the shift lock release slot, then reinstall the RELEASE cover. Make sure the notch on the BUTTON cover is on the driver’s side. Press the brake pedal, and restart the engine. If you need to use the shift lock release, it means your vehicle is developing a problem.
Page 354: Super Handling-All Wheel Drive
Super Handling-All Wheel Drive (SH-AWD ) System ® SH-AWD Torque Distribution The super handling-all wheel drive Each torque indicator is displayed ® Monitor (SH-AWD ) system is a full time all- as a bar graph divided into 5 ® wheel-drive system that segments.
Page 355 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. If the SH-AWD indicator blinks while checked.
Page 356: Parking
Parking Parking Tips Always use the parking brake when Never park over dry leaves, tall you park your vehicle. Make sure Make sure the moonroof and the grass, or other flammable the parking brake is set firmly, or windows are closed. materials.
Page 357: Tire Pressure Monitoring System (Tpms)
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Low Tire Pressure/ Your vehicle is equipped with a tire If you think you can safely drive a TPMS Indicator pressure monitoring system (TPMS) short distance to a service station, that turns on every time you start the When the low tire pressure/TPMS proceed slowly to the station, then engine and monitors the pressure in...
Page 358 Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Tire Pressure Monitor For example, if you check and fill Although your tire pressure is your tires in a warm area, then drive monitored, you must manually check in extremely cold weather, the tire the tire pressures monthly. pressure will be lower than measured and could be underinflated Each tire, including the spare, should...
Page 359 Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) This shows that front left tire is U.S. model Canadian model 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 360 Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) TPMS System Failure If any of the tires has low pressure, If there is a problem with the TPMS, If there is a problem with the TPMS, the tire pressure monitor also shows the tire pressure monitor shows a you will see the above message on above message to warn you about ‘‘SYSTEM FUNCTION ERROR’’...
Page 361 Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) If the low tire pressure/TPMS After the flat tire is replaced with the your tires serviced by your dealer or indicator comes on, or the multi- spare tire, the low tire pressure/ a qualified technician. information display shows a TPMS indicator stays on while Never use a puncture-repairing agent...
Page 362: Braking System
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS), Braking System Braking System As required by the FCC: Constant application of the brakes This device complies with Part 15 of the Your vehicle is equipped with disc when going down a long hill builds brakes at all four wheels.
Page 363: Anti-Lock Brakes (Abs)
Braking System, Anti-lock Brakes (ABS) Braking System Design Anti-lock Brakes (ABS) You will feel a pulsation in the brake The hydraulic system that operates The anti-lock brake system (ABS) pedal when the ABS activates, and the brakes has two separate circuits. helps prevent the wheels from may hear some noise.
Page 364 Anti-lock Brakes (ABS) ABS Indicator Important Safety Reminders If the ABS indicator and the brake ABS does not reduce the time or system indicator come on together, If this indicator comes on, the anti- and the parking brake is fully distance it takes to stop the lock function of the braking system released, the EBD system may also...
Page 365: Vehicle Stability Assist (Vsa) System
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA) System VSA Activation Indicator The vehicle stability assist (VSA) You will also see a ‘‘CHECK VSA system helps to stabilize the vehicle SYSTEM’’ message on the multi- during cornering if the vehicle turns When VSA activates, you will see the information display if there is a more or less than desired.
Page 366 Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA) System VSA Off Switch VSA and Tire Sizes VSA is turned on every time you start the engine, even if you turned it Driving with varying tire or wheel off the last time you drove the sizes may cause the VSA to vehicle.
Page 367: Active Damper System
Active Damper System U.S. Sport Packages and Canadian Elite The system provides two selectable models modes. The active damper system is always on, constantly adjusting your vehicle’s Sport mode: The system prioritizes dampers to the best settings for handling response, vehicle body current road conditions along with control and tire-to-road adhesion to vehicle speed and handling inputs.
Page 368 Active Damper System Active Damper System Indicator If there is a problem with the active damper system, the active damper system shuts down and the active damper system indicator on the instrument panel comes on. When comfort mode is selected, the When sport mode is selected, the green indicator in the button comes green indicator in the button goes off,...
Page 369: Towing A Trailer
Active Damper System, Towing a Trailer Towing a Trailer If you see this warning indicator and message, have your vehicle checked Your vehicle has been designed at your dealer as soon as possible. primarily to carry passengers and Exceeding any load limit or their cargo.
Page 370 Towing a Trailer Load Limit and cause it to sway. Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) The maximum allowable weight of the vehicle, all occupants, all accessories, all cargo and the tongue load is 5,952 lbs (2,700 kg). Gross Axle Weight Ratings (GAWR) The maximum allowable weight of the vehicle, all...
Page 371 Towing a Trailer Estimating Loads To Estimate the Tongue Load MDX and Technology Packages models The best way to confirm that all Park the vehicle on level ground. loads are within limits is to check If the Estimated them at a public scale. For public Measure and record the distance difference is: tongue load is:...
Page 372 Towing a Trailer Total Trailer Weight and Tongue Load Limits: Number of Maximum Total Trailer Weight Maximum Tongue Load Occupants 5,000 lbs (2,268 kg) 500 lbs (227 kg) 4,750 lbs (2,155 kg) 470 lbs (213 kg) 4,500 lbs (2,041 kg) 370 lbs (168 kg) 4,250 lbs (1,928 kg) 275 lbs (125 kg)
Page 373 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. Check the gross vehicle weight. Check the gross combined weight.
Page 374 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 Check the weight of the hitched Check the weight of the unhitched that includes a hitch, a ball mount, trailer.
Page 375 Trailer Brakes A 4-pin gray connector is available as We strongly recommend that you Acura requires that any trailer with a an option at your dealer. This have your dealer install a class 3 total trailer weight of 1,000 lbs (455 connector has all of the circuits hitch.
Page 376 Towing a Trailer Use this illustration to identify each Safety Chains Spare Tires terminal in the trailer brake Always use safety chains when you When towing a trailer, we controller connector. tow a trailer. Make sure the chains recommend that you carry a full-size are secured to the trailer and hitch, spare wheel and tire for your vehicle and that they cross under the tongue...
Page 377 Towing a Trailer Trailer Lights If you use a non-Acura trailer lighting harness and converter, you can get the mating connector and ACCESSORY OPTION TRAILER BACK-UP LIGHT pins that mate with the connector in BACK-UP LIGHT ( ) your vehicle from your dealer.
Page 378 Towing a Trailer Pre-Tow Checklist Driving Safely With a Trailer The lights and brakes on your 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 379 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 380 Towing a Trailer Driving on Hills Handling Crosswinds and Buffeting Retrieving a Boat When climbing hills, closely watch Crosswinds and air turbulence If the vehicles 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 381: Trailer Stability Assist
Trailer Stability Assist Your vehicle is equipped with trailer Under these conditions, trailer Trailer stability assist cannot prevent stability assist function. This stability assist begins to stabilize the a loss of control. Always reduce the function works on the same sensors vehicle/trailer combination by vehicle speed and steer firmly.
Page 382 Trailer Stability Assist Trailer Stability Assist Failure In this case, your vehicle still has the If you turn off the VSA, the trailer 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 383: Off-Highway Driving Guidelines
Off-Highway Driving Guidelines General Information Important Safety Precautions Your vehicle has been designed To avoid loss of control or rollover, primarily for use on pavement. But be sure to follow all precautions and Improperly operating this its higher ground clearance and recommendations.
Page 384 Off-Highway Driving Guidelines Check Out Your Vehicle Accelerating and Braking Driving on Slopes Before you leave the pavement, be For better traction on all surfaces, If you can’t clearly see all conditions sure to do all scheduled maintenance accelerate slowly and gradually build or obstacles on a slope, walk the and service, and inspect your vehicle up speed.
Page 385 Off-Highway Driving Guidelines The banks are sloped so you can If the water is deeper than the wheel becoming stuck, too. drive out. hubs, some additional service may The water is not flowing too fast. be required. This service is not You should never use a jack to try to Deep rushing water can sweep you covered by your warranties.
Page 387: Maintenance
Maintenance This section explains why it is Maintenance Safety ...... . 382 important to keep your vehicle well Maintenance Minder ..... 383 maintained and how to follow basic Fluid Locations ....... 391 maintenance safety precautions. Engine Compartment Cover ..
Page 388: Maintenance Safety
Maintenance Safety All service items not detailed in this Wear eye protection and engine and exhaust system cool section should be performed by a protective clothing when working down before touching any parts. certified technician or other qualified with the battery or compressed air. mechanic.
Page 389: Maintenance Minder
Maintenance Minder Engine Oil Life One of the most convenient and The remaining engine oil life is important features of the multi- displayed according to the table information display on your vehicle shown below. is the maintenance minder. Calculated Engine Displayed REMAINING ENGINE OIL LIFE Based on engine operating...
Page 390 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 steering wheel repeatedly to select display shows a ‘‘SERVICE DUE display shows a ‘‘SERVICE DUE the engine oil life.
Page 391 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. The message will be canceled if the button on the steering wheel is pressed.
Page 392 Maintenance Minder This message is displayed when you drive over 10 miles (for U.S. models) or 10 km (for Canadian models) TOTAL PAST DUE MILEAGE U.S. after seeing the 0% message. U.S. Immediately have the service performed, and make sure to reset the display as previously described.
Page 393 Maintenance Minder Maintenance Main Items and Sub Resetting the Engine Oil Life more than 10 seconds. The Items Display remaining engine oil life reset Your dealer will reset the display mode will be shown on the multi- after completing the required information display.
Page 394 Maintenance Minder Important Maintenance Your authorized dealer knows your We recommend using Acura parts Precautions vehicle best and can provide and fluids whenever you have If you have the required service competent, efficient service. maintenance done. These are done but do not reset the display, or...
Page 395 Engine coolant level Check the with will not void your emissions radiator reserve tank every time warranties. However, Acura you fill the fuel tank. See page recommends that all maintenance services be performed in accordance Automatic transmission Check with the intervals indicated by the the fluid level monthly.
Page 396 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 drive in dusty conditions, replace every 15,000 Check parking brake adjustment miles (24,000 km).
Page 397: Fluid Locations
Fluid Locations BRAKE FLUID (Black cap) POWER STEERING FLUID (Red cap) ENGINE COOLANT RESERVOIR ENGINE OIL FILL CAP WASHER FLUID (Blue cap) AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK FLUID DIPSTICK (Orange loop) (Yellow loop) RADIATOR CAP...
Page 398: Engine Compartment Cover
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 399: Adding Engine Oil
Adding Engine Oil Recommended Engine Oil The oil viscosity or weight is ENGINE OIL FILL CAP Oil is a major contributor to your provided on the container’s label. engine’s performance and longevity. 5W-20 oil is formulated for year- Always use a premium-grade 5W-20 round protection of your vehicle to detergent oil displaying the API improve cold weather starting and...
Page 400: Changing The Engine Oil And Filter
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 messages shown on the multi-...
Page 401 Changing the Engine Oil and Filter Install a new oil filter according to 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 seconds.
Page 402: Engine Coolant
Engine Coolant Adding Engine Coolant Always use Honda Long-life Anti- If the reserve tank is completely 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. Never add straight antifreeze or plain water.
Page 403 Engine Coolant The coolant level should be up to the base of the filler neck. Add coolant if it is low. RADIATOR CAP RADIATOR CAP COVER Pour the coolant slowly and carefully so you do not spill any. Clean up any spill immediately; it could damage components in the engine compartment.
Page 404: Windshield Washers
Engine Coolant, Windshield Washers Windshield Washers Check the fluid level in the windshield washer reservoir at least Do not use engine antif reeze or a monthly during normal use. vinegar/water solution in the windshield washer reservoir. Antif reeze If the washer fluid is low, a can damage your vehicle’s paint, while ‘‘WASHER FLUID LOW’’...
Page 405: Automatic Transmission Fluid
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. LOWER MARK Park the vehicle on level ground.
Page 406 Honda Always use Honda ATF-Z1 Genuine ATF-Z1 is not covered by the (automatic transmission fluid). Acura new vehicle warranty. Insert the dipstick all the way back into the transmission securely as shown in the illustration.
Page 407: Brake Fluid
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. or DOT 4 fluid, from a sealed container, as a temporary Check the fluid level in the brake replacement.
Page 408: Power Steering Fluid
Power Steering Fluid, Timing Belt Power Steering Fluid Timing Belt Always use Honda Power Steering Fluid. You may use another power The timing belt should be replaced steering fluid as an emergency at the intervals shown in the UPPER LEVEL replacement, but have the power maintenance minder schedule.
Page 409: Lights
Lights Headlight Aiming Replacing a High Beam Headlight BULB Bulb MDX and Technology Packages models The headlights were properly aimed Your vehicle has halogen headlight when your vehicle was new. If you bulbs. When replacing a bulb, handle regularly carry heavy items in the it by its base, and protect the glass trunk or pull a trailer, readjustment from contact with your skin or hard...
Page 410 Lights Replacing Front Turn Signal/ Insert the new bulb into the hole, Parking and Side Marker Light and turn it one-quarter turn clockwise to lock it in place. Bulbs Push the electrical connector onto FRONT TURN SIGNAL LIGHT PARKING LIGHT BULB BULB the new bulb.
Page 411 Lights Replacing Front Fog/Daytime Running Light Bulbs Your vehicle uses halogen light bulbs. When replacing a bulb, handle SIDE MARKER LIGHT BOLT BULB it by its plastic case, and protect the glass from contact with your skin or hard objects. If you touch the glass, clean it with denatured alcohol and a clean cloth.
Page 412 Lights Replacing Rear Bulbs CONNECTOR (in Rear Pillar) BOLT COVER INNER FENDER Remove the electrical connector BOLT from the bulb by pushing on the tab and pulling the connector Open the tailgate. Use a flat-tip Remove the two bolts, and remove down.
Page 413 Lights Replacing a Back-up Light Bulb Push the new bulb straight into the socket until it bottoms. Turn on the lights to make sure the new bulb is working. Put the socket back into the light assembly, and turn it clockwise to lock it in place.
Page 414 Lights Side Turn Signal Light Put the socket back into the light assembly, and turn it clockwise to Each outside mirror has side turn lock it in place. signal lights. The lights should be BULB replaced by your dealer. Place the cover back into the light assembly.
Page 415: Dust And Pollen Filter
Dust and Pollen Filter, Cleaning the Seat Belts Dust and Pollen Filter Cleaning the Seat Belts Dirt build-up around the openings of 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 416: Floor Mats
Floor Mats Front Rear 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 417: Wiper Blades
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 418 Wiper Blades Slide the new wiper blade into the BLADE BLADE holder until the tabs lock. Slide the wiper blade assembly onto the wiper arm. Make sure it locks in place. Lower the wiper arm against the window. Windshield: Lower the passenger’s side first, then the driver’s side.
Page 419 Wiper Blades WIPER ARM BLADE REINFORCEMENT To replace the rear wiper blade: Slide the blade out of the wiper Examine the new wiper blades. If arm. they have no plastic or metal Raise the wiper arm off the rear reinforcement along the back window.
Page 420 Wiper Blades Slide the new blade into the wiper arm. Make sure it is engaged in the slot along its full length. Lower the wiper arm.
Page 421: Tires
Tires Inflation Guidelines To safely operate your vehicle, your immediately with a tire gauge. tires must be the proper type and Keeping the tires properly inflated size, in good condition with adequate provides the best combination of Use a gauge to measure the air tread, and correctly inflated.
Page 422 Tires Recommended Tire Pressures Check the air pressures when the While tubeless tires have some tires are cold. This means the ability to self-seal if they are The following chart shows the vehicle has been parked for at least 3 punctured, you should look closely recommended cold tire pressures for hours, or driven less than 1 mile (1.6...
Page 423 Tires Tire Inspection Tire Service Life 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: loading, inflation pressure,...
Page 424 Improper wheel weights can damage rotated. If you purchase directional activate. your vehicle’s aluminum wheels. Use tires, rotate only front-to-back. only Acura wheel weights f or balancing. When the tires are rotated, make sure the air pressures are checked.
Page 425 Tires Winter Driving It is best to replace all four tires at the same time. If that is not possible Tires marked ‘‘M S’’ or ‘‘All or necessary, replace the two front Season’’ on the sidewall have an all- Installing improper tires on your tires or two rear tires as a pair.
Page 426 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 427: Checking The Battery
Checking the Battery Check the terminals for corrosion (a TEST INDICATOR WINDOW white or yellowish powder). To remove it, cover the terminals with a The battery gives off explosive solution of baking soda and water. It hydrogen gas during normal will bubble up and turn brown.
Page 428: Vehicle Storage
Vehicle Storage If you need to park your vehicle for Block the rear wheels. Cover the vehicle with a an extended period (more than 1 ‘‘breathable’’ cover, one made month), there are several things you If the vehicle is to be stored for a from a porous material such as should do to prepare it for storage.
Page 429: Taking Care Of The Unexpected
Taking Care of the Unexpected This section covers the more Compact Spare Tire ...... . 424 common problems that motorists Changing a Flat Tire ..... 425 experience with their vehicles. It If the Engine Won’t Start ....431 gives you information about how to Jump Starting ........
Page 430: Compact Spare Tire
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 replaced, and put it back on your vehicle as Do not use your compact spare soon as you can.
Page 431: Changing A Flat Tire
Changing a Flat Tire If you have a flat tire while driving, stop in a safe place to change it. CARGO AREA JACK Drive slowly along the shoulder until FLOOR you get to an exit or an area to stop that is far away from the traffic lanes.
Page 432 Changing a Flat Tire PLASTIC COVER KNOB COVER The tools and jack are under the Turn the jack’s end bracket The spare tire is stored cargo area behind a cover on the counterclockwise to loosen it, then underneath the rear cargo area. driver’s side.
Page 433 Changing a Flat Tire WHEEL NUT WRENCH WHEEL NUT WRENCH BRACKET Keep turning the wheel nut Loosen each wheel nut 1/2 turn wrench to create slack in the cable. with the wheel nut wrench. The wheel nut wrench supplied with Remove the bracket from the your vehicle is specially adapted to f it spare tire.
Page 434 Changing a Flat Tire EXTENSION JACKING POINT WHEEL NUT WRENCH BRAKE HUB Place the jack under the jacking Use the extension and the wheel 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 435 Changing a Flat Tire Put on the spare tire. Put the Place the flat tire face up under wheel nuts back on finger-tight, the hoist. then tighten them in a crisscross pattern with the wheel nut wrench Insert the hoist bracket into the until the wheel is firmly against center hole of the flat tire.
Page 436 Changing a Flat Tire WHEEL NUT WRENCH Always raise the spare tire hoist, even Loose items can fly around the if you are not stowing a tire. If the interior in a crash and could hoist is lef t down, it will be damaged seriously injure the occupants.
Page 437: If The Engine Won't Start
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 Check the transmission interlock. go out when you try to start the on what you hear when you turn the The transmission must be in Park engine, either the battery is ignition switch to the START (III)
Page 438: Jump Starting
If the Engine Won t Start, Jump Starting Jump Starting Are you using the proper starting To Jump Start Your Vehicle: Starting the procedure? Refer to Although this seems like a simple Open the hood, and check the Engine on page procedure, you should take several physical condition of the battery.
Page 439 Jump Starting If the booster battery is in another vehicle, have an assistant start that vehicle and run it at a fast idle. Start your vehicle. If the starter motor still operates slowly, check that the jumper cables have good metal-to-metal contact.
Page 440: If The Engine Overheats
If the Engine Overheats The pointer of your vehicle’s Safely pull to the side of the road. temperature gauge should stay in Put the transmission in Park, and the midrange under most conditions. set the parking brake. Turn off the Steam and spray from an If it climbs to the red mark, you all accessories, and turn on the...
Page 441 If the Engine Overheats If the temperature gauge stays at Start the engine and set the the red mark, turn off the engine. climate control to AUTO at ‘‘Hi.’’ Add coolant to the radiator up to Removing the radiator cap Look for any obvious coolant leaks, the base of the filler neck.
Page 442: Low Oil Pressure Indicator
Low Oil Pressure Indicator, Charging System Indicator Low Oil Pressure Charging System Safely pull off the road, and shut Indicator Indicator off the engine. Turn on the hazard This indicator should never come on warning indicators. If the charging system indicator when the engine is running.
Page 443: Malfunction Indicator Lamp
Malfunction Indicator Lamp If this indicator comes on If the indicator comes on repeatedly, these codes are set. If they are not while driving, it means one even though it may turn off as you set, the test cannot be completed. of the engine’s emissions control continue driving, have your vehicle systems may have a problem.
Page 444: Brake System Indicator
Brake System Indicator If the fluid level is low, take your Slow down by shifting to a lower U.S. Canada The brake system vehicle to a dealer, and have the gear, and pull to the side of the road indicator normally brake system inspected for leaks or when it is safe.
Page 445: Fuses
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 interior fuse box is underneath The primary under-hood fuse box is the dashboard on the driver’s side.
Page 446 Fuses Checking and Replacing Fuses FUSE BLOWN If something electrical in your BLOWN vehicle stops working, the first thing you should check for is a blown fuse. Determine from the chart on pages , and , or the diagram on the fuse box lid, which fuse or fuses control that device.
Page 447 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 448 Fuses If the radio fuse is removed, the audio system will disable itself. The next time you turn on the radio you Replacing a f use with one that has a will see ‘‘ENTER CODE’’ in the higher rating greatly increases the frequency display.
Page 449: Fuse Locations
Fuse Locations PRIMARY UNDER-HOOD FUSE BOX Amps. Circuits Protected Amps. Circuits Protected 120 A Main fuse 50 A Power Window Not Used 60 A SH-AWD , Power Tailgate ® Not Used Open/Closer, Rear ACC Not Used Socket, Cargo Area Light, 30 A Rear Blower Motor Rear Defroster...
Page 450: Secondary Under-Hood/Rear Fuse Box
Fuse Locations SECONDARY UNDER-HOOD FUSE BOX REAR FUSE BOX Amps. Circuits Protected 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 Front Blower Motor 20 A Fog lights...
Page 451: Interior Fuse Box
Fuse Locations INTERIOR FUSE BOX Amps. Circuits Protected No. Amps. Circuits Protected 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 Right Rear Power Window 15 A IG Coil...
Page 452: Opening The Fuel Fill Door Manually
Opening the Fuel Fill Door Manually, Emergency Towing Opening the Fuel Fill Door Emergency Towing Manually If your vehicle needs to be towed, call a professional towing service or organization. Never tow your vehicle with just a rope or chain. It is very dangerous.
Page 453: If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck
If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck If your vehicle gets stuck in sand, Front COVER Rear 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 bumpers.
Page 454 If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck WHEEL NUT WRENCH WHEEL NUT WRENCH To avoid damage to your vehicle, use the towing hook f or straight, f lat ground towing only. Do not tow at an angle. The tow hook should not be used to tow the vehicle onto a f lat bed.
Page 455: Technical Information
Technical Information The diagrams in this section give Identification Numbers ....450 you the dimensions and capacities of Specifications ........ . 452 your vehicle and the locations of the DOT Tire Quality Grading identification numbers. It also (U.S. Vehicles) ......
Page 456: Identification Numbers
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 457 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...
Page 458: Specifications
Specifications Dimensions Capacities Length 190.7 in (4,844 mm) Fuel tank Approx. Width 77.0 in (1,955 mm) 21.00 US gal (79.5 ) Height 68.2 in (1,733 mm) Engine Change 1.93 US gal (7.3 ) Wheelbase 108.3 in (2,750 mm) coolant Total 2.43 US gal (9.2 ) Track Front...
Page 459 Specifications Lights Fuses Headlights High 12 V 60 W (HB3) Interior See page 445 or the fuse label 12 V 35 W (D2S) attached to the inside of the fuse Daytime running light 12 V 60 W (HB3) box lid. Front side marker lights 12 V 3 CP...
Page 460: Dot Tire Quality Grading (U.s. Vehicles)
DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles) Treadwear Traction The tires on your vehicle meet all U.S. Federal Safety Requirements. The treadwear grade is a compara- The traction grades, from highest to All tires are also graded for tive rating based on the wear rate of lowest, are AA, A, B, and C.
Page 461 DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles) Temperature Warning: The temperature grade for 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 462: Tire Labeling
Tire Labeling The tires that came on your vehicle Tire Size Load index (a numerical code have a number of markings. Those Whenever tires are replaced, they associated with the maximum you should be aware of are described should be replaced with tires of the load the tire can carry).
Page 463 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 464: Tire Pressure Monitoring System (Tpms) Required Federal Explanation
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) overheat and can lead to tire failure.
Page 465 Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Required Federal Explanation Your vehicle has also been equipped Always check the TPMS malfunction with a TPMS malfunction indicator telltale after replacing one or more to indicate when the system is not tires or wheels on your vehicle to operating properly.
Page 466: Emissions Controls
‘‘smog.’’ canister while the engine is off. After Carbon monoxide does not contri- In Canada, Acura vehicles comply the engine is started and warmed up, bute to smog creation, but it is a with the Canadian emission the vapor is drawn into the engine poisonous gas.
Page 467 System remain low, you should use only new combustion and minimize the The exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) Acura replacement parts or their amount of HC, CO, and NOx that system takes some of the exhaust equivalent for repairs. Using lower come out the tailpipe.
Page 468: Three Way Catalytic Converter
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 469: Emissions Testing
Emissions Testing Testing of Readiness Codes If the testing facility determines that Without touching the accelerator 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 470 Emissions Testing Select a nearby lightly traveled Then drive in city/suburban Make sure the vehicle has been major highway where you can traffic for at least 10 minutes. parked with the engine off for 30 maintain a speed of 50 to 60 mph When traffic conditions allow, let minutes.
Page 471 Warranty and Client Relations Client Service Information ... 466 Warranty Coverages ..... 467 Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Vehicles) ......468 Authorized Manuals ..... . 469...
Page 472: Client Service Information
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. If you encounter a problem that your...
Page 473: Warranty Coverages
Emissions Control Systems Defects all these warranties. Please read the Warranty and Emissions Accessory Limited Warranty these two Acura accessories are covered under 2008 Acura warranty information Performance Warranty warranties cover your vehicle’s this warranty. Time and mileage booklet that came with your vehicle emissions control systems.
Page 474: Reporting Safety Defects (U.s. Vehicles)
Jersey Avenue, SE., Washington, DC Co., Inc. problems between you, your dealer, 20590. or Acura Automobile Division, You can also obtain other American Honda Motor Co., Inc. information about motor vehicle safety from http://www.saf ercar.gov...
Page 475: Authorized Manuals (U.s. Only)
61STX01EL 2008 Acura MDX Describes the procedures involved in the replacement Electrical Troubleshooting Manual of damaged body parts. 61STX30 2008 Acura MDX Body Repair Manual 31STX610 2008 Acura MDX Owner’s Manual 31STX810 2008 Acura MDX Navigation System Owner’s Manual 31STXM10...
Page 477: Index
Shifting ........341 Break-in, New Vehicle ....322 Active Damper System ....361 Shift Lever Position Brightness Control, Acura Link ........308 Indicators ....... . 341 Instruments ....... . 123 Additives, Engine Oil ..... 394 Shift Lever Positions ....
Page 478 Index Carbon Monoxide Hazard ....58 Child Seats ........45 Meter Setup ........89 Cargo Area Light ......161 LATCH Anchorage Points ..47 Position Setup ....... 97 Cargo Hook ........336 Tether Anchorage Points ..
Page 479 Index Disc Player ......190, 218 Hazard Warning Flashers ..122 Evaporative Emissions Controls . 460 Disposal of Used Oil ..... . 395 Jump Starting ......432 Exhaust Fumes ....... . 58 Doors Low Oil Pressure Indicator ..
Page 480 Index FM Stereo Radio Gasoline ......... . 322 Headlights ........118 Reception ........205 Gauge ..........72 Aiming ......... 403 Fog Lights ........120 Low Fuel Indicator ..... . 71 Automatic Lighting ....119 Folding the Second Seat ....
Page 481 Index Ignition SH-AWD ......69, 348 ® Keys ..........126 ..........66 Switch ......... . 129 System Message ....69, 80 Keys ..........126 Timing Control System .... . 461 Tire Pressure Monitor ....68 Keyless Memory Settings ...
Page 482 Index Locks Mirrors, Adjusting ......155 Selecting Proper Viscosity Anti-theft Steering Column ..129 Modifications ........331 Chart ........393 Fuel Fill Door ......323 Modifying Your Vehicle ....331 ON (Ignition Key Position) ..
Page 483 Index Protecting Adults and Teens ..11 Reclining the Seat Backs ....140 Safety Features ......... Additional Safety Precautions . 19 Reclining the Second Seats ..144 Airbags ........... Advice for Pregnant Women ..18 Reminder Indicators .......
Page 484 Index Seats ..........140 Side Airbags ........30 START (Ignition Key Position) . 129 Adjusting the Second Seat ..144 Off Indicator ........ . 33 Starting the Engine ......339 Folding the Second Seat ... 144 Side Curtain Airbags ......
Page 485 Index Tailgate .......... . 131 Tire Pressure Monitoring Trailer Loading ......364 Opening the ....... . 131 System (TPMS) .... . 351, 458 Trailer Stability Assist ....376 Open Monitor ....... 11 Low Tire Pressure Trailer Towing Tips ....
Page 486 Index Wheels : U.S. only Adjusting the Steering ....124 Vanity Mirror ........ . 166 Alignment and Balance .... . 418 Vehicle Capacity Load ....333 Aluminum Alloy Wheels ... 421 Vehicle Dimensions ...... . 452 Cleaning ........
Page 490: Service Information Summary
Service Information Summary Gasoline: Rear Differential Fluid: Brake Fluid: Premium unleaded gasoline, Use Honda 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. DOT 4 brake fluid as a temporary Capacity: replacement (see page SH-AWD...

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