Introduction .....................................................................................................................................................

A Few Words About Safety ..........................................................................................................................

Your Vehicle at a Glance

...............................................................................................................................2

Driver and Passenger Safety

.......................................................................................................................5

Proper use and care of your vehicle's seat belts, and Supplemental Restraint System.

Instruments and

Controls...........................................................................................................................55

Instrument panel indicator and gauge, and how to use dashboard and steering column controls.

Comfort and Convenience

Features.......................................................................................................103

How to operate the climate control system, the audio system, and other convenience features.

Before Driving

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What gasoline to use, how to break-in your new vehicle, and how to load luggage and other cargo.

Driving...........................................................................................................................................................169

The proper way to start the engine, shift the transmission, and park, plus towing a trailer.

Maintenance.................................................................................................................................................195

The Maintenance Schedule shows you when you need to take your vehicle to the dealer.

Taking Care of the

Unexpected...............................................................................................................229

This section covers several problems motorists sometimes experience, and how to handle them.

Technical

Information...............................................................................................................................251

ID numbers, dimensions, capacities, and technical information.

Warranty and Customer Relations (U.S. and Canada)

......................................................................265

A summary of the warranties covering your new Honda, and how to contact us.

Authorized Manuals (U.S.

only)...............................................................................................................269

How to order manuals and other technical literature.

Index .................................................................................................................................................................

Service Information Summary

A summary of information you need when you pull up to the fuel pump.

Table of Contents

Chapters

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Page 1 ID numbers, dimensions, capacities, and technical information. Warranty and Customer Relations (U.S. and Canada) ..............265 A summary of the warranties covering your new Honda, and how to contact us. Authorized Manuals (U.S. only).......................269 How to order manuals and other technical literature.
Page 2 The information and specifications included CITY STATE/PROVINCE ZIP CODE/ in this publication were in effect at the time of approval for printing. Honda Motor Co., POSTAL CODE Ltd. reserves the right, however, to V. I. N. discontinue or change specifications or...
Page 3 Main Menu Introduction Congratulations! Your selection of a 2004 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 information NOTICE: One of the best ways to enhance the enjoyment of your new Acura is to read is intended to help you avoid damage this manual.
Page 4 Main Menu A Few Words About Safety Your safety, and the safety of others, You will find this important safety information in a variety of forms, is very important. And operating this including: vehicle safely is an important Safety Labels on the vehicle.
Page 5: Important Handling Information
Main Menu Important Handling Information Your MDX has higher ground clearance than a passenger vehicle designed for use only on pavement. Higher ground clearance has many advantages for off-highway driving. It allows you to travel over bumps, obstacles, and rough terrain.
Page 6: Your Vehicle At A Glance
Main Menu Your Vehicle at a Glance INSTRUMENT PANEL (P.57) CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM (P.104) GAUGES (P.66) AUDIO SYSTEM (P.110) POWER DOOR LOCK SWITCHES (P.80) MIRROR GLOVE BOX CONTROLS (P.99) (P.92) POWER WINDOW SWITCHES (P.90) HOOD RELEASE HANDLE (P.160) FUEL FILL DOOR PARKING BRAKE REAR A/C CONTROL ACCESSORY POWER SOCKET...
Page 7 Main Menu Your Vehicle at a Glance INSTRUMENT PANEL BRIGHTNESS VTM-4 LOCK PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF (P.176) (P.30) (P.74) INDICATOR HEADLIGHTS/ TURN SIGNALS REAR WINDOW (P.72) DEFOGGER (P.75) VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST SYSTEM HAZARD WARNING OFF SWITCH BUTTON (P.184) (P.74) CRUISE CONTROL (P.144) FOG LIGHTS HORN...
Page 8 Main Menu...
Page 9: Table Of Contents
Main Menu Driver and Passenger Safety This section gives you important Additional Information About Your All Children Should Sit in a Back information about how to protect Seat Belts ......... Seat ........... yourself and your passengers. It Seat Belt System Components . The Passenger’s Front Airbag shows you how to use seat belts Lap/Shoulder Belt...
Page 10: Important Safety Precautions
Main Menu Table of Contents Important Safety Precautions You’ll find many safety and a lap/shoulder belt until they Control Your Speed recommendations throughout this can use the belt properly without a Excessive speed is a major factor in section, and throughout this manual. booster (see page crash injuries and deaths.
Page 11: Your Vehicle's Safety Features
Main Menu Table of Contents Your Vehicle’s Safety Features Your vehicle is equipped with many (11) features that work together to protect you and your passengers during a crash. (10) Some safety features do not require any action on your part. These include a strong steel framework that forms a safety cage around the passenger compartment;...
Page 12: Seat Belts
Main Menu Table of Contents Your Vehicle’s Safety Features However, you and your passengers Seat Belts When properly worn, seat belts: can’t take full advantage of these Your vehicle is equipped with seat safety features unless you remain belts in all seating positions. Keep you connected to the vehicle sitting in a proper position and so you can take advantage of the...
Page 13: Airbags
Main Menu Table of Contents Your Vehicle’s Safety Features Of course, seat belts cannot Airbags completely protect you in every crash. But in most cases, seat belts can reduce your risk of serious injury. Always wear What you should do: your seat belt, and make sure you wear it properly.
Page 14 Main Menu Table of Contents Your Vehicle’s Safety Features The most important things you need Always wear What you should do: to know about your airbags are: your seat belt properly, and sit upright, and as far back from the Airbags do not replace seat belts.
Page 15: Protecting Adults And Teens
Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Adults and Teens Introduction Close and Lock the Doors Adjust the Front Seats The following pages provide After everyone has entered the instructions on how to properly vehicle, be sure the doors and protect the driver, adult passengers, tailgate are closed and locked.
Page 16: Adjust The Seat-Backs
Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Adults and Teens If you sit too close to the steering Once your seat is adjusted correctly, Adjust the Seat-Backs wheel or dashboard, you can be rock it back and forth to make sure seriously injured by an inflating front the seat is locked into position.
Page 17: Adjust The Head Restraints
Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Adults and Teens Reclining a seat-back so that the Adjust the Head Restraints shoulder part of the belt no longer rests against the occupant’s chest Improperly positioning head reduces the protective capability of restraints reduces their the belt.
Page 18: Fasten And Position The Seat Belts
Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Adults and Teens If necessary, pull up on the shoulder Fasten and Position the Seat Belts belt again to remove any slack, then Insert the latch plate into the buckle, check that the belt rests across the then tug on the belt to make sure the center of your chest and over your belt is securely latched.
Page 19 Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Adults and Teens If the seat belt touches or crosses To adjust the height of a front seat Never place the shoulder portion of a your neck, or if it crosses your arm belt anchor, squeeze the two release lap/shoulder belt under your arm or instead of your shoulder, you need to buttons and slide the anchor up or...
Page 20: Adjust The Steering Wheel
Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Adults and Teens Adjust the Steering Wheel 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 their seats and put on seat belts, it is by striking interior parts of the very important that they continue to...
Page 21: Advice For Pregnant Women
Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Adults and Teens Advice for Pregnant Women When driving, remember to sit Additional Safety Precautions upright and adjust the seat as far Never let passengers ride in the back as possible while allowing full cargo area or on top of a folded- control of the vehicle.
Page 22 Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Adults and Teens Do not put any accessories on seat Keep your hands and arms away Do not attach hard objects on or Devices intended to improve If your If a side airbag or a belts.
Page 23: Additional Information About Your Seat Belts
Main Menu Table of Contents Additional Information About Your Seat Belts Seat Belt System Components Lap/Shoulder Belt To fasten the belt, insert the latch Your seat belt system includes lap/ The lap/shoulder belts in the center plate into the buckle, then tug on the shoulder belts in all seven seating seat of the second row and both of belt to make sure the buckle is...
Page 24: Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners
Main Menu Table of Contents Additional Information About Your Seat Belts The seat belts in all seating positions The tensioners are designed to Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners except the driver’s have an additional activate in any collision severe locking mechanism that must be enough to cause a front, side, or side activated to secure a child seat (see curtain airbag to inflate.
Page 25: Seat Belt Maintenance
Main Menu Table of Contents Additional Information About Your Seat Belts Seat Belt Maintenance Acura provides a lifetime warranty If a seat belt is worn during a crash, For safety, you should check the on seat belts for U.S. models. See it must be replaced by the dealer.
Page 26: Additional Information About Your Airbags
Main Menu Table of Contents Additional Information About Your Airbags Airbag System Components Your Airbag System (SRS) includes: Two SRS (Supplemental Restraint (11) System) front airbags. The driver’s airbag is stored in the center of the steering wheel; the front passenger’s airbag is stored in the dashboard.
Page 27: How Your Front Airbags Work
Main Menu Table of Contents Additional Information About Your Airbags Sensors that can detect a Front passenger’s weight sensors How Your Front Airbags Work moderate to severe frontal impact, that monitor the weight on the side impact or rollover. front passenger’s seat. These prevent the passenger’s front A sophisticated electronic system airbag from inflating if the weight...
Page 28 Main Menu Table of Contents Additional Information About Your Airbags During a frontal crash, your seat belt The total time for inflation and help restrains your lower body and deflation is one-tenth of a second, so torso and the airbag helps protect fast that most occupants are not your head and chest.
Page 29: Advanced Airbag
Main Menu Table of Contents Additional Information About Your Airbags Advanced Airbags Dual-Stage Airbags Dual-Threshold Airbags Your front airbags are dual-stage Your front airbags are also dual- Your front airbags are also advanced airbags. This means they have two threshold airbags. Airbags with this airbags.
Page 30 Main Menu Table of Contents Additional Information About Your Airbags When the airbag is turned off, an indicator in the center of the dashboard will come on indicating ‘‘Passenger Airbag Off’’ (see page If there is no passenger in the front seat, the but the airbag will be off...
Page 31: How Your Side Airbags Work
Main Menu Table of Contents Additional Information About Your Airbags How Your Side Airbags Work The passenger’s side airbag has a There will be some delay between cutoff system designed to turn off the moment the passenger moves the passenger’s side airbag if a child’s into or out of airbag deployment path head is in the airbag’s deployment and when the indicator comes on or...
Page 32: Work
Main Menu Table of Contents Additional Information About Your Airbags How Your Side Curtain Airbags If the impact is on the passenger’s Side curtain airbags are designed to Work side, the passenger’s side curtain help protect the heads of the driver, airbag will inflate even if there are no front passenger, and passengers in occupants on that side of the vehicle.
Page 33: How The Side Airbag Off Indicator Works
Main Menu Table of Contents Additional Information About Your Airbags If the indicator comes on at any How the Side Airbag Off other time, or does not come on at all, Indicator Works you should have the system checked This indicator alerts you Ignoring the SRS indicator can by your dealer.
Page 34: How The Passenger Airbag Off Indicator Works
Main Menu Table of Contents Additional Information About Your Airbags A front seat passenger should not To reduce the chance of airbag- How the Passenger Airbag Off use a cushion or other object as a Indicator Works caused injuries, the system shuts off backrest.
Page 35: Airbag Service
Main Menu Table of Contents Additional Information About Your Airbags If this happens, have the passenger Airbag Service If your vehicle has a moderate to ride properly restrained in a back Your airbag systems are virtually severe impact, and even if your seat.
Page 36: Additional Safety Precautions
Main Menu Table of Contents Additional Information About Your Airbags Additional Safety Precautions Do not place the second row floor Do not do anything that would Do not attempt to deactivate your mat under the front passenger’s increase or decrease weight on the Together, airbags and This could make the front Pushing or...
Page 37: Protecting Children General Guidelines
Main Menu Table of Contents 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 or improperly restrained can be they are either unrestrained or not properly restrained.
Page 38: All Children Should Sit In A Back Seat
Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Children General Guidelines With this system, the front All Children Should Sit in a Back The Passenger’s Front Airbag Seat Can Pose Serious Risks passenger’s airbag is turned off if According to accident statistics, Front airbags have been designed to sensors detect a total weight of less children of all ages and sizes are...
Page 39 Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Children General Guidelines U.S. Models Canadian Models To remind you of the passenger’s To remind you of the front airbag front airbag hazards, and that hazards, your vehicle has warning children must be properly restrained labels on the driver’s and front in the back seat, your vehicle has passenger’s visors.
Page 40: If You Must Drive With Several Children
Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Children General Guidelines If You Must Drive with Several If a Child Requires Close Additional Safety Precautions Children Attention Never hold an infant or child on Your vehicle has two rows of back Many parents say they prefer to put If you are not wearing a your lap.
Page 41: Protecting Children
Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Children General Guidelines Use the main power window Lock all doors and tailgate when Keep vehicle keys and remote Children switch to prevent children from your vehicle is not in use. transmitters out of the reach of This who play in vehicles can Even very young...
Page 42: Protecting Infants And Small Children
Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Infants and Small Children Protecting Infants Child Seat Placement A rear-facing child seat should always be installed in a back seat, not Placing a rear-facing child seat in the front seat can result in in the front.
Page 43: Protecting Small Children
Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Infants and Small Children Protecting Small Children Of the different seats available, we Child Seat Placement recommend those that have a five- We strongly recommend placing a point harness system as shown. forward-facing child seat in a back seat, not the front.
Page 44: Selecting A Child Seat
Main Menu Table of Contents Selecting a Child Seat When buying a child seat, you need We also recommend selecting a Whatever type of seat you choose, to to choose between a conventional LATCH-compatible seat with a rigid, provide proper protection, a child child seat, or one designed for use rather than a flexible, anchor (see seat should meet three...
Page 45: Installing A Child Seat
Main Menu Table of Contents Installing a Child Seat After selecting a proper child seat, A child seat secured with a seat belt The following pages provide and a good place to install the seat, should be installed as firmly as guidelines on how to properly install there are three main steps in possible.
Page 46: Installing A Child Seat With
Main Menu Table of Contents Installing a Child Seat Installing a Child Seat Using To install a LATCH-compatible child LATCH seat: MARKS Move the seat belt buckle or tongue away from the lower anchors. Make sure there are no objects near the anchors that could prevent a secure connection between the child seat and...
Page 47 Main Menu Table of Contents Installing a Child Seat Make sure the strap is not twisted, then tighten the strap according to the child seat maker’s instruction. Push and pull the child seat forward and from side to side to verify that it is secure.
Page 48: Installing A Child Seat With A Lap/Shoulder Belt
Main Menu Table of Contents Installing a Child Seat Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/ Shoulder Belt When not using the LATCH system, all child seats must be secured to the vehicle with the lap part of a lap/ shoulder belt.
Page 49: Tether
Main Menu Table of Contents Installing a Child Seat Installing a Child Seat with a Tether A child seat with a tether can be installed in any seating position in the second or third row. Since a tether can provide additional security to the lap/shoulder belt installation, we recommend using a tether whenever one is required or...
Page 50 Main Menu Table of Contents Installing a Child Seat Second Row Installation TETHER ANCHORAGE POINT Each second row seat has a tether After securing the child seat in the Attach the tether strap hook to the anchorage point behind the seat desired position (see page anchor as shown above, then back.
Page 51: Protecting Larger Children
Main Menu Table of Contents Installing a Child Seat, Protecting Larger Children Protecting Larger Children Third Row Installation When a child reaches the recommended weight or height limit Allowing a larger child age 12 or for a forward-facing child seat, the under to sit in front can result in child should sit in a back seat on a injury or death if the passenger’s...
Page 52: Protecting Larger Children
Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Larger Children Checking Seat Belt Fit Does the shoulder belt cross Using a Booster Seat between the child’s neck and arm? Is the lap part of the belt as low as possible, touching the child’s thighs? Will the child be able to stay seated like this for the whole trip?
Page 53 Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Larger Children Some states also require children to booster. When Can a Larger Child Sit in Front use a booster until they reach a The National Highway Traffic Safety given age or weight (e.g., 6 years or Even then, the child may still need to Administration and Transport 60 lbs).
Page 54 Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Larger Children Of course, children vary widely. And If you decide that a child can safely Additional Safety Precautions while age may be one indicator of ride up front, be sure to: Do not let a child wear a seat belt when a child can safely ride in front.
Page 55: Carbon Monoxide Hazard
Main Menu Table of Contents Carbon Monoxide Hazard Your vehicle’s exhaust contains With the tailgate open, air flow can carbon monoxide gas. You should pull exhaust gas into your vehicle’s have no problem with carbon interior and create a hazardous Carbon monoxide gas is toxic.
Page 56: Safety Labels
Main Menu Table of Contents 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. Read these labels carefully. If a label comes off or becomes hard to read (except for the U.S.
Page 57 Main Menu Table of Contents Safety Labels SUN VISOR DOORJAMBS U.S. models On vehicles with side curtain airbags U.S. models Canadian models Canadian models Driver and Passenger Safety...
Page 58 Main Menu...
Page 59 Main Menu Instruments and Controls This section gives information about Control Locations ......Mirrors ..........the controls and displays that Instrument Panel ......Driving Position Memory contribute to the daily operation of Instrument Indicators ....System .......... your Acura. All the essential controls Gauges ..........
Page 60: Control Locations
Main Menu Table of Contents Control Locations INSTRUMENT PANEL (P.57) CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM (P.104) GAUGES (P.66) AUDIO SYSTEM (P.110) POWER DOOR LOCK SWITCHES (P.80) MIRROR GLOVE BOX CONTROLS (P.99) (P.92) POWER WINDOW SWITCHES (P.90) HOOD RELEASE HANDLE (P.160) FUEL FILL DOOR PARKING BRAKE REAR A/C CONTROL ACCESSORY POWER SOCKET...
Page 61: Instrument Panel
Main Menu Table of Contents Instrument Panel MALFUNCTION INDICATOR CRUISE CONTROL SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT LAMP (P.243) INDICATOR SYSTEM INDICATOR (P.58) (P.61) IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM LOW OIL PRESSURE (P.59) HIGH BEAM INDICATOR INDICATOR INDICATOR (P.58) (P.61) ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR (P.59) WASHER LEVEL INDICATOR (P.61) LIGHTS ON...
Page 62: Instrument Panel Indicators
Main Menu Table of Contents Instrument Panel Indicators The instrument panel has many Malfunction Indicator Supplemental Restraint indicators to give you important Lamp System Indicator information about your vehicle. See page This indicator comes on when you turn the ignition switch to ON (II). If Seat Belt Reminder Low Oil Pressure it comes on at any other time, it...
Page 63 Main Menu Table of Contents Instrument Panel Indicators Anti-lock Brake System Immobilizer System U.S. Canada (ABS) Indicator Indicator This indicator normally comes on for This indicator comes on for a few Parking Brake and Brake System a few seconds when you turn the seconds when you turn the ignition Indicator ignition switch to ON (II), and when...
Page 64 Main Menu Table of Contents Instrument Panel Indicators Turn Signal and Brake Lamp Indicator Door and Tailgate Open Monitor Hazard Warning Indicators If a brake light does not work, the The left or right turn signal indicator BRAKE LAMP indicator comes on blinks when you signal a lane change when you push the brake pedal with or turn.
Page 65 Main Menu Table of Contents Instrument Panel Indicators ‘‘Daytime Running High Beam Indicator Washer Level Indicator Lights’’ Indicator This indicator comes on with the This indicator comes on when the Canadian models only This indicator comes on when you high beam headlights. See page washer fluid level is low.
Page 66 Main Menu Table of Contents Instrument Panel Indicators Lights On Indicator A/T Temperature VTM-4 Indicator U.S. models only Indicator This indicator monitors the This indicator normally comes on for On vehicles with automatic lighting (see page temperature of the automatic a few seconds when you turn the This indicator reminds you that the transmission fluid.
Page 67 Main Menu Table of Contents Instrument Panel Indicators Vehicle Stability Assist VSA Activation Indicator (VSA) System Indicator This indicator normally comes on for This indicator has three functions: a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to ON (II). It comes on as a reminder that you have turned off the Vehicle If it comes on and stays on at any...
Page 68 Main Menu Table of Contents Instrument Panel Indicators Low Tire Pressure Tire Pressure Monitor Tire Pressure Monitoring Indicator System (TPMS) Indicator This indicator normally comes on for The appropriate tire indicator will This indicator normally comes on for a few seconds when you turn the come on along with the Low Tire a few seconds when you turn the ignition to ON (II).
Page 69 Main Menu Table of Contents Instrument Panel Indicators Maintenance Required Between 6,000 miles (9,600 km) and SELECT BUTTON Indicator 7,500 miles (12,000 km), it will light This indicator reminds you that it is for 2 seconds when you first turn the time to take your vehicle in for ignition switch to ON (II), and then scheduled maintenance.
Page 70: Gauges
Main Menu Table of Contents Gauges Odometer This shows the total distance your vehicle has been driven. It measures TACHOMETER SPEEDOMETER FUEL GAUGE TEMPERATURE miles in U.S. models and kilometers GAUGE in the Canadian models. It is illegal under U.S. federal law and Canadian provincial regulations to disconnect, reset, or alter the odometer with the intent to change...
Page 71 Main Menu Table of Contents Gauges Trip Meter There are two trip meters: Trip A Temperature Gauge and Trip B. Switch between these This shows the temperature of the SELECT BUTTON displays by pressing the Select engine’s coolant. During normal button repeatedly.
Page 72: Controls Near The Steering Wheel
Main Menu Table of Contents Controls Near the Steering Wheel HEADLIGHTS/TURN SIGNALS INSTRUMENT PANEL VTM-4 LOCK BRIGHTNESS (P.72) (P.176) (P.74) REAR WINDOW FOG LIGHTS DEFOGGER (P.75) (P.75) CRUISE CONTROL (P.144) VEHICLE STABILITY HAZARD WARNING ASSIST SYSTEM OFF BUTTON SWITCH (P.74) (P.184) HORN REMOTE AUDIO...
Page 73: Windshield Wipers And Washers
Main Menu Table of Contents Windshield Wipers and Washers Turn the rotary switch at the end of MIST: The wipers run at high speed the lever or push down or pull the until you release the lever. lever to select a position. Windshield Washer : Pull the wiper OFF:...
Page 74 Main Menu Table of Contents Windshield Wipers and Washers When the system senses rainfall, it Automatic Wipers Touring Model turns on the windshield wipers and varies their speed (intermittent, low speed, or high speed) depending on how hard it is raining. When the rotary switch is in the (low speed) or (high speed)
Page 75: Rear Window Wiper And Washer
Main Menu Table of Contents Windshield Wipers and Washers Rear Window Wiper and Washer RAINFALL SENSOR The rear window wiper switch is The rainfall sensor is located in the located next to the windshield wiper windshield near the rearview mirror. switch.
Page 76: Turn Signal And Headlights
Main Menu Table of Contents Turn Signal, Headlights Turn Signal and Headlights Turn Signal Push down on the When the light switch is in either of left lever to signal a left turn and up these positions, the Lights On to signal a right turn.
Page 77 Main Menu Table of Contents Headlights AUTO The Automatic Lighting The lights will remain on when you feature turns on the headlights, all turn off the ignition switch. They will other exterior lights, and the turn off automatically when you open instrument panel lights when it the driver’s door.
Page 78: Instrument Panel Brightness
Main Menu Table of Contents Headlights, Instrument Panel Brightness, Hazard Warning Button Daytime Running Lights Instrument Panel Brightness Hazard Warning Button Canadian Models INSTRUMENT PANEL BRIGHTNESS With the headlight switch off, the CONTROL DIAL high beam headlights come on with reduced brightness when you turn the ignition switch to ON (II) and release the parking brake.
Page 79: Rear Window Defogger
Main Menu Table of Contents Rear Window Defogger, Fog Lights Make sure the rear window is clear Rear Window Defogger Fog Lights and you have good visibility before starting to drive. The defogger wires on the inside of the rear window can be accidentally damaged.
Page 80: Steering Wheel Adjustment
Main Menu Table of Contents Steering Wheel Adjustment Push the lever up to lock the See page for important safety information about how to properly steering wheel in position. position the steering wheel. Make sure you have securely Make any steering wheel adjustment locked the steering wheel in place before you start driving.
Page 81: Keys
Main Menu Table of Contents Keys You should have received a key These keys contain electronic MASTER VALET KEY number tag with your keys. You will circuits that are activated by the NUMBER KEYS (GRAY) need this key number if you ever Immobilizer System.
Page 82: Immobilizer System
Main Menu Table of Contents Immobilizer System The Immobilizer System protects The system may not recognize your As required by the FCC: your vehicle from theft. If an key’s coding if another immobilizer This device complies with Part 15 of the improperly-coded key (or other key or other metal object (i.e.
Page 83: Ignition Switch
Main Menu Table of Contents Ignition Switch You can insert or Use this position LOCK (0) START (III) remove the key only in this position. only to start the engine. The switch To turn the key, the shift lever must returns to ON (II) when you let go of be in Park, and you must push the the key.
Page 84: Door Locks
Main Menu Table of Contents Door Locks driver’s door from the outside, turn Childproof Door Locks MASTER DOOR LOCK SWITCH the key and release it. If you turn and hold it, all doors and the tailgate unlock. Lockout Prevention With the driver’s door open and the key in the ignition, both master door lock switches are disabled.
Page 85: Remote Transmitter
Main Menu Table of Contents Remote Transmitter UNLOCK Press this button once PANIC Press this button for LOCK to unlock the driver’s door and the about 1 second to attract attention; BUTTON tailgate. Push it twice to unlock the the horn will sound and the exterior other doors.
Page 86 Main Menu Table of Contents Remote Transmitter Replacing the Transmitter As required by the FCC: Battery This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired...
Page 87 Main Menu Table of Contents Remote Transmitter If the seat and mirrors are already in You can turn the driving position Recalling a Memorized Driving the proper positions, you will hear memory activation off and on. To Position three beeps when you open the door. turn it off, press and hold the LOCK On Touring Model and UNLOCK buttons at the same...
Page 88: Seats
Main Menu Table of Contents Seats Front Seat Power Adjustments See pages for important safety information and warnings about how to properly position seats and seat-backs. The controls for the power adjustable front seats are on the outside edge of each seat bottom. You can adjust the seats with the ignition switch in any position.
Page 89 Main Menu Table of Contents Seats Passenger Manual Seat Driver’s Manual Lumbar Support Adjustments Without Touring Package See pages for important safety information and warnings about how to properly position seats and seat-backs. To adjust the seat forward and backward, pull up on the lever under Without Touring Package the seat cushion’s front edge.
Page 90 Main Menu Table of Contents Seats The head restraints adjust for height. Head Restraints Detachable Seat Belt Anchors See page for important safety You need both hands to adjust the restraint. Do not attempt to adjust it information and a warning about how to SMALL LATCH PLATE properly position the head restraints.
Page 91 Main Menu Table of Contents Seats Adjusting the Second Seat Folding the Second Seat Third Row Access The left and right halves can be folded up separately. If you are folding the left half of the seat, use the ignition key to release the center seat belt from the detachable anchor.
Page 92 Main Menu Table of Contents Seats Adjusting the Third Row Seat To fold the third row seat, NOTE: the second row must be folded down or completely up right. Unlock the seat-back by pulling the handle. Push the seat-back forward. Make sure the outer shoulder belts are positioned on each hook whenever the third seat is folded.
Page 93: Seat Heaters
Main Menu Table of Contents Seat Heaters In HI, the heater turns off when the Follow these precautions when using SEAT HEATERS seat gets warm, and turns back on the seat heaters: after the seat’s temperature drops. Use the HI setting only to heat the In LO, the heater does not cycle with seats quickly, because it draws temperature change.
Page 94: Power Windows
Main Menu Table of Contents Power Windows AUTO REVERSE If the driver’s DRIVER’S WINDOW MAIN SWITCH window runs into any obstacle while SWITCH it is closing automatically, it will Closing a power window on someone’s hands or fingers can reverse direction and then stop. To close the window, remove the cause serious injury.
Page 95: Moonroof
Main Menu Table of Contents Moonroof To tilt the moonroof up, press the You can still open and close the button in. To closed it, push the moonroof for up to 10 minutes after button forward. Make sure everyone’s you turn off the ignition. Opening hands are away from the moonroof either front door cancels this before opening or closing it.
Page 96: Parking Brake
Main Menu Table of Contents Parking Brake, Mirrors Parking Brake The inside mirror can automatically sound if the vehicle is put into gear darken to reduce glare. To turn on with the parking brake on. this feature, press the button on the Mirrors bottom of the mirror.
Page 97 Main Menu Table of Contents Mirrors Adjusting the Power Mirrors When you finish, move the selector switch to the center (off) HEATED MIRROR BUTTON ADJUSTMENT SWITCH position. This turns off the adjustment switch to keep your settings. Touring model only With the selector switch in the center (off) position, the passenger’s side mirror will pivot downward...
Page 98: Driving Position Memory System
Main Menu Table of Contents Driving Position Memory System Touring Model Storing a Driving Position in Memory MEMO BUTTON Your Acura has a memory feature Store a driving position only when for the driver’s seat and outside the vehicle is parked. mirror positions.
Page 99 Main Menu Table of Contents Driving Position Memory System Doing any of the following after To stop the system’s automatic Selecting a Memorized Position pressing the MEMO button will To select a memorized position, do adjustment, do any of these actions: cancel the storing procedure.
Page 100: Interior Lights
Main Menu Table of Contents Interior Lights Door With any door or the tailgate left Light Control Switch When the switch is in the Activated position: open, the lights stay on about 3 DOOR ACTIVATED POSITION minutes, then go out. The individual map lights come on when any door or the tailgate is When the light control switch is in the...
Page 101 Main Menu Table of Contents Interior Lights Individual Map Lights Individual Interior Lights Cargo Area Light Turn on the front and second row The courtesy lights in the front individual map lights by pushing the doors and around the ignition switch DOOR ACTIVATED lens.
Page 102: Interior Convenience Items
Main Menu Table of Contents Interior Convenience Items VANITY MIRROR CONSOLE COMPARTMENT BEVERAGE HOLDER REAR COMPARTMENT GLOVE BOX CARGO HOOKS COIN BOX BEVERAGE HOLDER Instruments and Controls...
Page 103: Beverage Holders
Main Menu Table of Contents Interior Convenience Items Beverage Holders Console Compartment Glove Box Be careful when you are using the Open the glove box by squeezing the beverage holders. A spilled liquid handle. Close it with a firm push. that is very hot can scald you or your Lock or unlock the glove box with passengers.
Page 104: Rear Compartment
Main Menu Table of Contents Interior Convenience Items Rear Compartment Sun Visor Vanity Mirror Storage compartments are located in EXTENSION the armrests for the third row seat. To open a compartment, pull the lever and lift the lid. Cargo Hooks The hooks on the floor of the cargo area enable you to tie down items stored in the back.
Page 105: Accessory Power Sockets
Main Menu Table of Contents Interior Convenience Items Accessory Power Sockets When both the front and console Your vehicle has three accessory sockets are being used, the power sockets. The front accessory combined power rating of both power socket is located under the accessories should be 120 watts or audio system.
Page 106 Main Menu...
Page 107: Comfort And Convenience Features
Main Menu Comfort and Convenience Features The climate control system in your Vents, Heating, and A/C ..... Acura provides a comfortable driving Airflow Buttons ......environment in all weather Rear Climate Control ....conditions. Climate Control Sensors ....Playing the Radio ......
Page 108 Main Menu Table of Contents Vents, Heating, and A/C RECIRCULATION BUTTON TEMPERATURE DISPLAY REAR A/C CONTROL AUTO BUTTON TEMPERATURE BUTTONS OFF BUTTON DEFROST BUTTON (Without Navigation System) (With Navigation System) MODE FAN SPEED MODE FAN SPEED ICON ICON ICONS BUTTON BUTTON BUTTON Comfort and Convenience Features...
Page 109: Airflow Buttons
Main Menu Table of Contents Airflow Buttons Fan Control Button/Icon Recirculation Button Mode Control Button/Icon Push the button or icon to When the indicator in the button is Use the mode control button or icon increase the fan speed and air flow. on, air from the vehicle’s interior is to select the vents the air flows from.
Page 110 Main Menu Table of Contents Vents, Heating, and A/C Ventilation Using the Heater Using the A/C The flow-through ventilation system The heater uses engine coolant to Air conditioning places an extra load draws in outside air, circulates it warm the air. If the engine is cold, it on the engine.
Page 111 Main Menu Table of Contents Vents, Heating, and A/C you can Dehumidify the Interior To Defog and Defrost If the interior is very warm, cool it down more rapidly by partially Air conditioning, as it cools, removes To remove fog from the inside of the opening the windows, turning on the moisture from the air.
Page 112 Main Menu Table of Contents Vents, Heating, and A/C To Remove Exterior Frost or Ice Using Automatic Climate Control In cold weather, the fan will not From the Windows The Automatic Climate Control come on automatically until the system can adjust the fan speed and heater starts to develop warm air.
Page 113 Main Menu Table of Contents Rear Climate Control, Climate Control Sensors Using the Rear A/C Unit Sunlight and Temperature Sensors TEMPERATURE CONTROL DIAL TEMPERATURE SENSOR MODE BUTTONS FAN SPEED CONTROL DIAL SUNLIGHT SENSOR Press the RR A/C MANUAL button to enable the rear A/C control panel. The climate control system has two The light in the button will come on.
Page 114: Playing The Radio
Main Menu Table of Contents Playing the Radio (Touring Package) STEREO BUTTON BUTTON INDICATOR PWR/VOL KNOB TUNE KNOB SEEK BUTTONS (Premium Package) (Touring Package with RES) SCAN BUTTON PRESET BUTTONS PWR/VOL PRESET BUTTONS TUNE KNOB STEREO INDICATOR TUNE KNOB KNOB SCAN INDICATOR AM/FM...
Page 115 Main Menu Table of Contents Playing the Radio To Play the Radio SEEK The SEEK function Preset Each preset button can The ignition switch must be in the searches up and down from the store one frequency on AM, and two ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) position.
Page 116 Main Menu Table of Contents Playing the Radio AUTO SELECT If you are press the To turn off Auto Select, With Touring Package traveling far from home and can no A. SEL button. This restores the Press the TUNE knob repeatedly to longer receive your preset stations, presets you originally set.
Page 117: Radio Reception
Main Menu Table of Contents Radio Reception Audio System Lighting Stations must use these exact go off and the sound will fade You can use the instrument panel frequencies. It is fairly common for completely as you get out of range of brightness control knob to adjust the stations to round-off the frequency in the station’s signal.
Page 118 Main Menu Table of Contents 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 119: Playing A Cd
Main Menu Table of Contents Playing a CD (Touring Package) CD EJECT BUTTON CD SLOT CD LOAD BUTTON PWR/VOL KNOB REPEAT BUTTON RANDOM CD BUTTON SKIP BUTTONS BUTTON (Touring Package with RES) (Premium Package) CD SLOT SKIP BUTTONS CD SLOT CD EJECT BUTTON EJECT PWR/VOL...
Page 120 Main Menu Table of Contents Playing a CD, CD Changer To Play a CD REPEAT To continuously replay Insert a tape in the player to switch With the ignition in the a track, press and release the RPT to the tape while a CD is playing. If a ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) position, button.
Page 121 Main Menu Table of Contents CD Changer To select the CD changer, press the Operating the In-Dash CD When you see LOAd in the display, CD button. The disc and track Changer insert the disc into the CD slot. numbers will be displayed. To select Insert it only abut halfway, the On Touring Model a different disc, use the appropriate...
Page 122 Main Menu Table of Contents CD Changer If you stop loading CDs before all six If you press the Eject button while Removing CDs from the Changer positions are filled, and you do not To remove the disc that is currently listening to the radio or tape, or with press the Load button, the system playing, press the eject button.
Page 123: Protecting Your Cds
Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Your CDs General Information Protecting CDs When using CD-R discs, use only When a CD is not being played, store high quality CDs labeled for audio it in its case to protect it from dust use.
Page 124: Cd Player Error Messages
Main Menu Table of Contents CD Player Error Messages If you see an error message in the Without Touring Package display while playing a CD, find the cause in the chart to the right. If you Error Message Cause Solution cannot clear the error message, take your vehicle to an Acura dealer.
Page 125 Main Menu Table of Contents CD Player Error Messages Models with Rear Entertainment System Error Message Cause Solution Press the EJECT button and pull out the CD. FOCUS Error Check if it is inserted correctly in the CD player. Make sure the CD is not scratched or damaged. Press the EJECT button and pull out the CD.
Page 126: Cd Changer Error Messages
Main Menu Table of Contents CD Changer Error Messages If you see an error message in the Without Touring Package display while operating the CD changer, find the cause in the Error Message Cause Solution following charts. If you cannot clear the error message, take your vehicle to an Acura dealer.
Page 127 Main Menu Table of Contents CD Changer Error Messages Touring Model Error Messages Cause Solution Disc changer See an Acura dealer. malfunction. High temperature. Will disappear when the temperature returns to normal. Disc changer See an Acura dealer. malfunction. High temperature. Will disappear when the temperature returns to normal.
Page 128 Main Menu Table of Contents CD Changer Error Messages Models with Rear Entertainment System Error Messages Cause Solution Press the magazine eject button and pull it out, check for error message, and insert the FOCUS Error magazine again. If the message does not disappear or the magazine cannot be pulled out, see an Acura dealer.
Page 129 Main Menu Table of Contents Playing a Tape TAPE DIRECTION INDICATOR CASSETTE SLOT PWR/VOL KNOB TAPE EJECT BUTTON TAPE BUTTON PLAY BUTTON DOLBY BUTTON PROGRAM BUTTON CD BUTTON FAST FORWARD BUTTON REWIND BUTTON PROGRAM DOLBY CASSETTE FAST FORWARD DOLBY BUTTON TAPE EJECT BUTTON BUTTON...
Page 130 Main Menu Table of Contents Playing a Tape Dolby noise reduction turns on To switch to the radio while a tape is To Play a Tape The ignition switch must be in the when you insert a tape. The playing, press the AM or FM button. ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) position.
Page 131 Main Menu Table of Contents Playing a Tape SKIP Press the SKIP button/ The SKIP and REPEAT Use 100-minute or shorter tapes. NOTE: bar to find the beginning of the functions use silent periods on the Tapes longer than that may break or current song or passage.
Page 132: Steering Wheel Controls
Main Menu Table of Contents Steering Wheel Controls The middle button adjusts the use the CH If you are playing a tape, CH BUTTON volume up ( ) or down ( ). Press button to advance to the next the top or bottom of the button and selection.
Page 133: Radio Theft Protection
Main Menu Table of Contents Radio Theft Protection Your vehicle’s audio system will If your vehicle’s battery is If the code card is lost, an Acura disable itself if it is disconnected disconnected or goes dead, the audio dealer can access your code with from electrical power for any reason.
Page 134: Setting The Clock
Main Menu Table of Contents Setting the Clock CLOCK BUTTON SET BUTTON H BUTTON R BUTTON H BUTTON M BUTTON M BUTTON If your vehicle’s battery is You can quickly set the time to the Model with Rear Entertainment System disconnected or goes dead, you will nearest hour.
Page 135: Rear Entertainment System
Main Menu Table of Contents Rear Entertainment System RR CTRL SELECTOR KNOB REAR CONTROL OFF ICON REAR SPEAKERS OFF ICON REAR PWR BUTTON REAR SYSTEM DISPLAY REPEAT BUTTON PLAY BUTTON PAUSE BUTTON SEEK/SKIP BAR RANDOM BUTTON CONTINUED Comfort and Convenience Features...
Page 136 Main Menu Table of Contents Rear Entertainment System To Turn On the System Rear Speakers If equipped With this system, the rear Press the REAR PWR button. To When you turn on the system, the passengers can enjoy a different turn on the rear controls (ceiling rear speakers are automatically entertainment source (radio, tape...
Page 137 Main Menu Table of Contents 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, turn the Entertainment System can play DVD RR CTRL knob clockwise.
Page 138 Main Menu Table of Contents Rear Entertainment System PLAY Press the PLAY button beginning of the previous track or DVD SLOT EJECT BUTTON if the DVD does not start playing chapter. automatically. EJECT Press the eject button to PAUSE Press the PAUSE button remove the DVD from the drive.
Page 139 Main Menu Table of Contents Rear Entertainment System Using the Rear Control Panel Use these buttons to select the SOURCE SELECTION BUTTONS MENU BUTTON entertainment source (radio, tape SEEK/SKIP player, CD player/CD changer, or BUTTON REAR CONTROLS DVD player/Auxiliary device). The OFF BUTTON selected source will be shown in the CH/DISK...
Page 140 Main Menu Table of Contents Rear Entertainment System To Play a CD from the Rear To Play a DVD from the Rear MENU/ENT To select the menu Control Panel Control Panel on the DVD, press the MENU If a CD is loaded in the main CD The video screen is for use by rear button.
Page 141 Main Menu Table of Contents Rear Entertainment System Using the Remote Control You can use the remote control to SOURCE SELECTION BUTTONS select the entertainment source (radio, tape player, CD player, or DVD player/Auxiliary device). The selected source will be shown in the REW/FWD BUTTONS display.
Page 142 Main Menu Table of Contents Rear Entertainment System STOP Button Press this button SUBTITLES and AUDIO Buttons ANGLE Button On some DVDs, to stop playing a DVD. Many DVDs are recorded with the scenes are recorded by more subtitles or dubbed in multiple than one camera, giving different MENU and TITLE Buttons languages.
Page 143 Main Menu Table of Contents Rear Entertainment System Replacing the Remote Control Storing the Remote Control As required by the FCC: This device Batteries complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that...
Page 144 Main Menu Table of Contents Rear Entertainment System Playable DVDs DVD Player Error Messages If you see an error message in the display while operating the DVD player, find the cause in the chart to the right. If you cannot clear the message, take your vehicle to an Acura dealer.
Page 145 Main Menu Table of Contents Rear Entertainment System The audio for the rear entertainment Wireless Headphones Replacing Batteries system is sent to the wireless headphones that come with the COVER system. To turn on the headphones, press the red button on the earpiece. Adjust the volume level with the dial at the bottom of the same earpiece.
Page 146 Main Menu Table of Contents Rear Entertainment System Auxiliary Input Jacks VOLUME DIALS ARMREST LEVER AUXILIARY INPUT JACKS HEADPHONE CONNECTORS Auxiliary input jacks and headphone The system will accept auxiliary There are three headphone connectors for the rear inputs from standard video games connectors for the third seat entertainment system are under the and video equipment.
Page 147: Security System
Main Menu Table of Contents Security System The security system helps to protect The security system will not set if SECURITY SYSTEM LIGHT your vehicle and valuables from theft. the hood, tailgate, or any door is not The horn sounds and a combination fully closed.
Page 148: Cruise Control
Main Menu Table of Contents Cruise Control Cruise control allows you to maintain Using the Cruise Control a set speed above 25 mph (40 km/h) without keeping your foot on the CRUISE CONTROL MASTER SWITCH RESUME/ACCEL accelerator pedal. It should be used for cruising on straight, open highways.
Page 149 Main Menu Table of Contents Cruise Control Changing the Set Speed To slow down in very small Cancelling the Cruise Control You can increase the set cruising amounts, tap the SET/DECEL You can cancel the cruise control in speed in any of these ways: button.
Page 150: Trip Computer
Main Menu Table of Contents Trip Computer INSTANTANEOUS OUTSIDE FUEL MILEAGE TEMPERATURE CLOCK COMPASS CLOCK BUTTON TRIP BUTTON RESET BUTTON /CALIBRATE BUTTON /ZONE BUTTON DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS RESET, SET BUTTON CONTROL Comfort and Convenience Features...
Page 151 Main Menu Table of Contents Trip Computer All models of MDX have a trip The Range, or estimated distance Changing and Resetting the computer. To operate the trip you can travel on the fuel Display computer on models with the remaining in the tank estimated Press the TRIP button to show either navigation system, refer to the...
Page 152 Main Menu Table of Contents Trip Computer Setting the Clock To change the hours to a lower You can quickly set the time to the number, press and hold the nearest hour. Press the CLOCK MODE button. To change the button, then press the RESET button.
Page 153 Main Menu Table of Contents Trip Computer Compass Operation Compass operation can be affected by driving near power lines or stations, across bridges, through tunnels, over railroad crossings, past large vehicles, or driving near large objects that can cause a magnetic disturbance.
Page 154 Main Menu Table of Contents Trip Computer If the zone is incorrect, press and Compass Zone Selection In most areas, there is a variation hold the MODE button to get the between magnetic north and true number to count down, or the A/C north.
Page 155 Main Menu Table of Contents Trip Computer Comfort and Convenience Features...
Page 156 Main Menu Table of Contents Trip Computer, Rear View Camera and Monitor BRIGHTNESS control Rear View Camera and Monitor When in reverse, the touch screen, The Brightness control has seven If equipped and Navi ‘‘hard’’ buttons are locked positions. In the middle five positions out, except the A/C-INFO button.
Page 157: Homelink Universal Transceiver
Main Menu Table of Contents HomeLink Universal Transceiver The HomeLink Universal the motor to stop and reverse if an Training HomeLink Transceiver built into your vehicle obstacle is detected during closing, If you just Before you begin can be programmed to operate up to increasing the risk of injury.
Page 158 Main Menu Table of Contents HomeLink Universal Transceiver Press and hold the remote control Plug in the garage door opener button and one of the HomeLink motor, then test the HomeLink buttons at the same time. transceiver button by pushing it. If the button does not work, repeat The remote control the procedure to train it again.
Page 159 Main Menu Table of Contents HomeLink Universal Transceiver Press and hold the button on Training With a Rolling Code TRAINING BUTTON System HomeLink for 3 4 seconds. For security purposes, newer garage door opening systems use a ‘‘rolling’’ Press and hold the HomeLink or variable code.
Page 160 Main Menu Table of Contents HomeLink Universal Transceiver Erasing Codes Customer Assistance As required by the FCC: To erase the codes stored in all three If you have problems with training This device complies with Part 15 of the buttons, press and hold the two the HomeLink Universal Transceiver, FCC rules.
Page 161: Before Driving
Main Menu Before Driving Before you begin driving your Acura, Break-in Period ......you should know what gasoline to Gasoline Type ....... use, and how to check the levels of Service Station Procedures ..important fluids. You also need to Fuel Economy .......
Page 162 Main Menu Table of Contents Break-in Period, Gasoline Type Break-in Period Gasoline Type If this happens, contact your Help assure your vehicle’s future Your Acura is designed to operate on authorized Acura dealer for service. reliability and performance by paying premium unleaded gasoline with a For further important fuel-related extra attention to how you drive...
Page 163 Main Menu Table of Contents Service Station Procedure Fueling Remove the fuel fill cap slowly. You may hear a hissing sound as pressure inside the tank escapes. Gasoline is highly flammable Place the cap in the holder on the and explosive. You can be fuel fill door.
Page 164 Main Menu Table of Contents Service Station Procedure Screw the fuel fill cap back on Opening the Hood until it clicks at least three times. If you do not properly tighten the HOOD RELEASE HANDLE cap, the Malfunction Indicator Lamp may come on (see page Push the fuel fill door closed until it latches.
Page 165 Main Menu Table of Contents Service Station Procedure Lift the hood up most of the way. Oil Check The hydraulic supports will lift it up the rest of the way and hold it To Close the Hood Lower the hood to about a foot (30 cm) above the fender, then press down firmly with your hands.
Page 166 Main Menu Table of Contents Service Station Procedures, Fuel Economy Engine Coolant Check Improving Fuel Economy Try to maintain a constant speed. Always maintain your vehicle Every time you slow down and RESERVE TANK according to the maintenance speed up, your vehicle uses extra schedule.
Page 167: Accessories And Modifications
Main Menu Table of Contents Accessories and Modifications Modifying your vehicle, or installing Before installing any accessory: some non-Acura accessories, can make your vehicle unsafe. Before Make sure the accessory does not Improper accessories or you make any modifications or add modifications can affect your obscure any lights, or interfere any accessories, be sure to read the...
Page 168 Main Menu Table of Contents Accessories and Modifications Modifying Your Vehicle Larger or smaller wheels and tires Additional Safety Precautions Removing parts from your vehicle, can interfere with the operation of Do not attach or place objects on or replacing components with non- your vehicle’s anti-lock brakes and Any object the front airbag covers.
Page 169: Carrying Cargo
Main Menu Table of Contents Carrying Cargo Your vehicle has several convenient storage areas: GLOVE BOX DOOR POCKETS REAR COMPARTMENT Glove box Front door and seat-back pockets Rear cargo area, including the second and third row seats when folded flat Console compartment Rear compartment Roof-rack (if equipped)
Page 170 Main Menu Table of Contents Carrying Cargo The maximum load for your vehicle Subtract the combined weight of is 1,158 lbs (525 kg). This figure the driver and passengers from includes the total weight of all 1,158 lbs (525 kg). Overloading or improper occupants, cargo, accessories, and loading can affect handling and...
Page 171 Main Menu Table of Contents Carrying Cargo Carrying Items in the Passenger Carrying Cargo in the Cargo Area Optional Separation Net Compartment or on a Roof Rack The separation net can be used to Store or secure all items that could Distribute cargo evenly on the hold back soft, lightweight items be thrown around and hurt...
Page 172 Main Menu...
Page 173 Main Menu Driving This section gives you tips on Driving Guidelines ......starting the engine under various Preparing to Drive ......conditions, and how to operate the Starting the Engine ....... automatic transmission. It also Automatic Transmission ....includes important information on Variable Torque Management parking your vehicle, the braking 4WD System...
Page 174 Main Menu Table of Contents Driving Guidelines, Preparing to Drive Driving Guidelines Do not modify your vehicle in any Check that any items you may be Your vehicle has higher ground way that would raise the center of carrying are stored properly or clearance that allows you to travel gravity.
Page 175: Starting The Engine
Main Menu Table of Contents Starting the Engine Apply the parking brake. If the engine fails to start, press the accelerator pedal all the way In cold weather, turn off all down and hold it there while electrical accessories to reduce starting to clear flooding.
Page 176: Automatic Transmission
Main Menu Table of Contents Automatic Transmission Shift Lever Position Indicators If the malfunction indicator lamp To shift from: Do this: come on along with the ‘‘D ’’ P to R Press the brake pedal, then indicator, there is a problem in the move the shift lever.
Page 177 Main Menu Table of Contents Automatic Transmission Park (P) This position mechani- Reverse (R) Press the brake Neutral (N) Use Neutral if you cally locks the transmission. Use pedal to shift from Park to Reverse. need to restart a stalled engine, or if Park whenever you are turning off or To shift from Reverse to Neutral, it is necessary to stop briefly with...
Page 178 Main Menu Table of Contents Automatic Transmission Drive (D , D ) These positions Second (2) This position locks First (1) With the lever in this are similar to D , except when you the transmission in second gear. It position, the transmission locks in select the D position, only the first does not downshift to first gear...
Page 179 Main Menu Table of Contents Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Release Do this if pushing on the brake pedal does not shift the transmission out of Park. This procedure is also used to release the Reverse Lockout. Set the Parking brake. Make sure the ignition switch is in the LOCK (0) position.
Page 180 Main Menu Table of Contents VTM-4 System To Engage the VTM-4 Lock To Disengage the VTM-4 Lock, The vehicle must be stopped with one of the following: the engine running. Press the VTM-4 Lock button. Move the shift lever to First (1), Move the shift lever to D , D or Second (2), or Reverse (R) gear.
Page 181 Main Menu Table of Contents Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Your Acura is equipped with a Tire Driving on a significantly under- Although your tire pressure is Pressure Monitoring System inflated tire causes the tire to monitored, you must manually check (TPMS) that turns on every time you overheat and can lead to tire failure.
Page 182 Main Menu Table of Contents Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Tire Pressure Monitor Tire Pressure Monitoring Each wheel is equipped with a tire System (TPMS) Indicator pressure sensor mounted inside the The appropriate tire indicator and The indicator comes on and stays on tire behind the valve stem.
Page 183 Main Menu Table of Contents Parking Always use the parking brake when If the vehicle is facing uphill, turn Parking Tips you park your vehicle. Make sure Make sure the moonroof and the the front wheels away from the the parking brake is set firmly or windows are closed.
Page 184: Braking System
Main Menu Table of Contents Braking System Your vehicle is equipped with disc Check the brakes after driving etc.). If one circuit should develop a brakes at all four wheels. A power through deep water. Apply the problem, you will still have braking assist helps reduce the effort needed brakes moderately to see if they feel at two wheels.
Page 185: Anti-Lock Brakes (Abs)
Main Menu Table of Contents Anti-lock Brakes (ABS) The Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) Activating the Anti-lock Brakes ABS Indicator helps prevent the brakes from You will feel a pulsation in the brake locking up and helps you retain pedal when the ABS activates, and If the ABS indicator comes on, the steering control by pumping the may hear some noise.
Page 186 Main Menu Table of Contents Anti-lock Brakes (ABS) If the ABS indicator and the break Important Safety Reminders A vehicle with ABS may require a system indicator come on together ABS does not reduce the time or longer distance to stop on loose or and the parking break is fully uneven surfaces, such as gravel or...
Page 187: Vehicle Stability Assist (Vsa) System
Main Menu Table of Contents Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA) System The Vehicle Stability Assist system VSA Activation Indicator VSA System Indicator helps to stabilize the vehicle during cornering if the vehicle turns more When VSA activates, you will see the If the VSA system indicator comes or less than desired.
Page 188 Main Menu Table of Contents Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA) System If the indicator does not come on VSA is turned on every time you VSA Off Switch when the ignition switch is turned to start the engine, even if you turned it ON (II), there may be a problem off the last time you drove the with the VSA system.
Page 189: Towing Weight Limits
Main Menu Table of Contents Towing Weight Limits To safely tow a trailer, you should Estimating Loads Load Limits observe the load limits, use the To help ensure a safe drive to a scale, proper equipment, and follow the or if you cannot get to a public scale, guidelines in this section.
Page 190 Main Menu Table of Contents Towing Weight Limits Too much tongue load reduces front- Fig.1 tire traction and steering control. Too little tongue load can make the If the difference is: trailer unstable and cause it to sway. 1 ½’’ = 150 lbs (68 kg) 2 ¼’’...
Page 191 Main Menu Table of Contents Towing Weight Limits Total Trailer Weight and Tongue Load Limits: BOAT TRAILERS Number of Equipped with transmission cooler and power steering fluid cooler. Occupants Max. Trailer Weight Max. Tongue Load 4500 lbs (2045 kg) 450 lbs (205 kg) 4500 lbs (2045 kg) 410 lbs (185 kg) 4500 lbs (2045 kg)
Page 192: Towing A Trailer
Main Menu Table of Contents Towing a Trailer Towing Equipment and Safety Chains Trailer Brakes Accessories Always use safety chains when you Acura requires that any trailer with a Towing generally requires a variety tow a trailer. Make sure the chains total trailer weight of 1,000 lbs (455 of supplemental equipment.
Page 193 Main Menu Table of Contents Towing a Trailer If you use a non-Acura trailer Driving Safely With a Trailer Trailer Lights lighting harness and converter, you For your safety and the safety of can get the mating connector and others, take time to practice driving BACK-UP LEFT TURN GROUND...
Page 194 Main Menu Table of Contents Towing a Trailer When driving with a fix-sided (e.g. Backing Up Driving on Hills camper, utility) trailer, do not Always drive slowly and have When climbing hills, closely watch exceed 55 mph (88 km/h). At someone guide you when backing up.
Page 195 Main Menu Table of Contents Towing Your Vehicle Behind a Motorhome Your MDX can be towed behind a Press on the brake pedal. Shift the Extended Towing motorhome at legal highway speeds lever through all the positions (P, If you tow more than 8 hours in one up to 65 mph (100 km/h).
Page 196 Main Menu Table of Contents Off-Highway Driving Guidelines Your vehicle has been designed Important Safety Precautions primarily for use on pavement. But To avoid loss of control or rollover, its higher ground clearance and four- be sure to follow all precautions and Improperly operating this wheel drive VTM-4 system allow you vehicle on or off-pavement can...
Page 197 Main Menu Table of Contents Off-Highway Driving Guidelines Check Out Your Vehicle Accelerating and Braking vehicle to tip or roll over. Before you leave the pavement, be For better traction on all surfaces, sure to do all scheduled maintenance accelerate slowly and gradually build Driving on Slopes and service and that you inspect your up speed.
Page 198 Main Menu Table of Contents Off-Highway Driving Guidelines The banks are sloped so you can If the water is deeper than the wheel needs good traction to avoid drive out. hubs, some additional service may becoming stuck, too. The water is not flowing too fast. be required.
Page 199 Main Menu Maintenance This section explains why it is Maintenance Safety ...... important to keep your vehicle well Maintenance Schedule ....maintained and how to follow basic Maintenance Record ....maintenance safety precautions. Fluid Locations ......Adding Engine Oil ......This section also includes Changing the Oil and Filter ..
Page 200: Maintenance Safety
Main Menu Table of Contents Maintenance Safety All service items not detailed in this Wear eye protection and before touching any parts. section should be performed by an protective clothing when working Acura technician or other qualified with the battery or compressed air. Injury from moving parts.
Page 201: Maintenance Schedule
Main Menu Table of Contents Maintenance Schedule The maintenance schedule assumes Used primarily as a delivery If you only OCCASIONALLY NOTE: you will use your vehicle as normal vehicle or taxi that is driven drive under a ‘‘severe’’ condition, you transportation for passengers and mostly in stop-and-go traffic and/ should follow the Maintenance...
Page 202 Main Menu Table of Contents Maintenance Schedule Servicing Your Vehicle U.S. Vehicles: Maintenance, Engine oil level Check every Your authorized Acura dealer knows replacement, or repair of time you fill the fuel tank. See your vehicle best and can provide emissions control devices and page competent, efficient service.
Page 203 Main Menu Table of Contents Service the items listed at the indicated distance (or time, if given). miles x 1,000 km x 1,000 Check engine oil and coolant Check oil and coolant at each fuel stop Check tires Check inflation and condition once a month Replace engine oil Every 7,500 miles (12,000 km) or every 1 year, whichever comes first Rotate tires (follow pattern on page...
Page 204 Main Menu Table of Contents Service the items listed at the indicated distance (or time, if given). miles x 1,000 km x 1,000 Check engine oil and coolant Check oil and coolant at each fuel stop Check tires Check inflation and condition once a month Replace engine oil and oil filter Every 3,750 miles (6,000 km) or every 6 months, whichever comes first Rotate tires (follow pattern on page...
Page 205 Main Menu Table of Contents Maintenance Record (for Normal and Severe Schedules) You or the servicing dealer can record all completed maintenance here, whether you follow the schedule for normal conditions (page ) or severe conditions (page ). Keep the receipts for all work done on your vehicle. 3,750 mi Signature or dealer stamp mi/km...
Page 206 Main Menu Table of Contents Maintenance Record (for Normal and Severe Schedules) 63,750 mi Signature or dealer stamp mi/km 93,750 mi Signature or dealer stamp mi/km 102,000 km 150,000 km Date Date 67,500 mi mi/km 97,500 mi mi/km 108,000 km 156,000 km Date Date...
Page 207 Main Menu Table of Contents Maintenance Record (for Normal and Severe Schedules) 123,750 mi Signature or dealer stamp mi/km 198,000 km Date 127,500 mi mi/km 204,000 km Date 131,250 mi mi/km 210,000 km Date 135,000 mi mi/km 216,000 km Date 138,750 mi mi/km 222,000 km...
Page 208: Fluid Locations
Main Menu Table of Contents Fluid Locations ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK BRAKE FLUID (Orange loop) (Gray cap) WASHER FLUID (Blue cap) COOLANT RESERVOIR AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID DIPSTICK POWER STEERING (Yellow loop) FLUID (Red cap) RADIATOR CAP ENGINE OIL FILL CAP Maintenance...
Page 209: Adding Engine Oil
5W-20 lubricant for your vehicle. It is engine’s performance and longevity. highly recommended that you use Always use a premium-grade 5W-20 Honda Motor Oil in your vehicle for detergent oil displaying the API optimum engine protection. Make Certification Seal. This seal indicates...
Page 210 Main Menu Table of Contents Adding Engine Oil, Changing the Oil and Filter Synthetic Oil Changing the Oil and Filter You may use a synthetic motor oil if Always change the oil and filter it meets the same requirements according to the recommendations in given for a conventional motor oil: it the maintenance schedule.
Page 211: Changing The Oil And Filter
Main Menu Table of Contents Changing the Oil and Filter Refill the engine with the recom- NOTICE: Improper disposal of engine OIL FILTER mended oil. oil can be harmf ul to the environment. If you change your own oil, please Engine oil change capacity dispose of used oil properly.
Page 212: Engine Coolant
Main Menu Table of Contents Engine Coolant Adding Engine Coolant Always use Honda All Season If the reserve tank is completely Antifreeze/Coolant Type 2. This empty, you should also check the coolant is pre-mixed with 50 percent coolant level in the radiator.
Page 213 Main Menu Table of Contents Engine Coolant, Windshield Washers The coolant level should be up to Windshield Washers the base of the filler neck. Add Check the fluid level in the coolant if it is low. windshield washer reservoir at least monthly during normal use.
Page 214: Automatic Transmission Fluid
Automatic Transmission Fluid replacement. However, continued DIPSTICK use can affect the shift quality. Have the transmission flushed and refilled with Honda ATF-Z1 as soon as it is convenient. To thoroughly flush the transmission, the technician should drain and refill it with...
Page 215 Main Menu Table of Contents Differential Fluid, Transfer Assembly Fluid Differential Fluid Put a new washer on the filler bolt, Transfer Assembly Fluid then reinstall the filler bolt. Tighten FILLER BOLT FILLER PLUG it securely. Tightening torque: 33 lbf·ft (45 N·m , 4.6 kgf·m) The differential should be drained and refilled with new fluid according to the recommendations in the...
Page 216 MIN and MAX marks on the side SAE 80W-90: below 0°F ( 18°C) with Honda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid of the reservoir. If the level is at or The transfer assembly fluid should DOT 3 as soon as possible.
Page 217 Honda PSF as soon as possible. Replace the belt at 60,000 miles (100,000 km) if you regularly drive A low power steering fluid level can your vehicle in one or more of these indicate a leak in the system.
Page 218 Main Menu Table of Contents Hood Latch, Lights Hood Latch Headlight Aiming Replacing a Headlight Bulb The headlights were properly aimed Your vehicle has halogen headlight when your vehicle was new. If you bulbs, two on each side. When LATCH ASSEMBLY regularly carry heavy items in the replacing a bulb, handle it by its base cargo area or pull a trailer,...
Page 219 Main Menu Table of Contents Lights Replacing Front Turn Signal/ Parking and Side Marker Light Bulbs BULB CONNECTOR Remove the electrical connector Push the electrical connector onto from the bulb by squeezing the the new bulb. connector to unlock the tab, then slide the connector off the bulb.
Page 220 Main Menu Table of Contents Lights Replacing Rear Bulbs Open the tailgate. Use a Remove the socket by turning it screwdriver protected with a cloth one-quarter turn counterclockwise. Install the new bulb into the to pry open the two covers. socket.
Page 221 Main Menu Table of Contents Lights Install the new bulb into the Replacing a High-mount Brake Pull the bulb straight out of its socket. Light Bulb socket. Push the new bulb straight into the socket until it bottoms. Push the socket into the light assembly and turn it clockwise Test the lights to make sure the until it locks.
Page 222 Main Menu Table of Contents Seat Belts, Floor Mats Seat Belts Floor Mats If you use a non-Acura floor mat, make sure it fits properly and that it can be used with the floor mat LOOP anchor. Do not put additional floor mats on top of the anchored mat.
Page 223: Wiper Blades
Main Menu Table of Contents Wiper Blades Check the condition of the wiper WIPER ARMS blades at least every six 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 224 Main Menu Table of Contents Wiper Blades Slide the new wiper blade into the BLADE BLADE holder until the tabs lock. Front only: Slide the wiper blade assembly onto the wiper arm. Make sure it locks in place. Lower the wiper arm down against the window.
Page 225 Main Menu Table of Contents Tires To safely operate your vehicle, your Inflation Use a gauge to measure the air tires must be the proper type and Keeping the tires properly inflated pressure at least once a month. Even size, in good condition with adequate provides the best combination of tires that are in good condition may tread, and correctly inflated.
Page 226 Main Menu Table of Contents Tires If you check the pressure when the Inspection Tire Size Cold Tire Pressure tires are hot [driven for several miles for Normal Driving Every time you check inflation, you (kilometers)], you will see readings 4 P235/65R17 103T 32 psi (220 kPa , 2.2 should also examine the tires for...
Page 227 Main Menu Table of Contents Tires Tire Maintenance Tire Rotation INDICATOR LOCATION MARKS In addition to proper inflation, correct wheel alignment helps to Front Front decrease tire wear. If you find a tire is worn unevenly, have your dealer check the wheel alignment. Have your dealer check the tires if you feel a consistent vibration while driving.
Page 228 Main Menu Table of Contents Tires Replacing Tires It is best to replace all four tires at Replace your tires with radial tires of the same time. If that is not possible the same size, load range, speed or necessary, replace the two front Installing improper tires on your rating and maximum cold tire tires or two rear tires as a pair.
Page 229 Main Menu Table of Contents Tires Winter Driving Tire Chains NOTICE: Traction devices that are the Tires marked ‘‘M S’’ or ‘‘All Because your vehicle has limited tire wrong size or improperly installed can Season’’ on the sidewall have an all- clearance, mount only SAE Class ‘‘S’’...
Page 230: Checking The Battery
Main Menu Table of Contents Checking the Battery Check the terminals for corrosion (a If you need to connect the battery to TEST INDICATOR WINDOW white or yellowish powder). To a charger, disconnect both cables to remove it, cover the terminals with a prevent damaging your vehicle’s solution of baking soda and water.
Page 231: Vehicle Storage
Main Menu Table of Contents Vehicle Storage If you need to park your vehicle for Block the rear wheels. Cover the vehicle with a an extended period (more than one ‘‘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 232 Main Menu...
Page 233: Taking Care Of The Unexpected
Main Menu Taking Care of the Unexpected This section covers the more Compact Spare Tire ...... common problems that motorists Changing a Flat Tire ....experience with their vehicles. It If Your Engine Won’t Start ..gives you information about how to Jump Starting ........
Page 234: Compact Spare Tire
Main Menu Table of Contents Compact Spare Tire Use the compact spare tire as a Do not mount snow chains on a INDICATOR LOCATION MARK temporary replacement only. Get compact spare. your regular tire repaired or replaced and put it back on your vehicle as Do not use the compact spare tire soon as you can.
Page 235: Changing A Flat Tire
Main Menu Table of Contents Changing a Flat Tire If you have a flat tire while driving, JACK stop in a safe place to change it. Drive slowly along the shoulder until you get to an exit or an area to stop that is far away from the traffic lanes.
Page 236 Main Menu Table of Contents Changing a Flat Tire COVER COVER Open the tailgate. Take the tools out of the storage The spare tire is stored compartment. underneath the rear cargo area. The tools and jack are behind a Remove the plastic cover on the cover in the cargo area on the Turn the jack’s end bracket cargo area lining to access the...
Page 237 Main Menu Table of Contents Changing a Flat Tire BRACKET SPARE TIRE WRENCH Put the wheel nut wrench on the Keep turning the wheel wrench to Loosen each wheel nut 1/2 turn hoist shaft. Turn the wrench create slack in the cable. with the wheel wrench.
Page 238 Main Menu Table of Contents Changing a Flat Tire EXTENSION WHEEL WRENCH BRAKE HUB JACKING POINT Place the jack under the jacking Use the extension and wheel Before mounting the spare tire, point nearest the tire you need to wrench as shown to raise the wipe any dirt off the mounting change.
Page 239 Main Menu Table of Contents 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 wrench Insert the hoist bracket into the until the wheel is firmly against center hole of the flat tire.
Page 240 Main Menu Table of Contents Changing a Flat Tire NOTICE: Always raise the spare tire hoist, even if you are not stowing a tire. If the hoist is lef t down, it will be Loose items can fly around the interior in a crash and could damaged during driving and need to be replaced.
Page 241: If Your Engine Won't Start
Main Menu Table of Contents If Your Engine Won’t Start Diagnosing why the engine won’t Check the transmission interlock. If the headlights dim noticeably or start falls into two areas, depending The transmission must be in Park go out when you try to start the on what you hear when you turn the or Neutral or the starter will not engine, either the battery is dis-...
Page 242: If The Engine Won't Start, Jump Starting
Main Menu Table of Contents If the Engine Won’t Start, Jump Starting Are you using the proper starting To jump start your vehicle: Jump Starting procedure? Refer to Starting the Although this seems like a simple on page procedure, you should take several Open the hood, and check the Engine precautions.
Page 243: Jump Starting
Main Menu Table of Contents Jump Starting Start your vehicle. If the starter motor still operates slowly, check that the jumper cables make sure they have good metal-to-metal contact. Once your vehicle is running, disconnect the negative cable from your vehicle, then from the booster battery.
Page 244: If Your Engine Overheats
Main Menu Table of Contents If Your Engine Overheats If Your Engine Overheats Safely pull to the side of the road. The pointer of your vehicle’s Put the transmission in Neutral or temperature gauge should stay in Park, and set the parking brake. Steam and spray from an the midrange.
Page 245 Main Menu Table of Contents If Your Engine Overheats If the temperature gauge stays at Start the engine and set the the red mark, turn off the engine. temperature control dial to maximum (climate control to Removing the radiator cap Look for any obvious coolant leaks, while the engine is hot can FULL AUTO at 90°F/32°C).
Page 246 Main Menu Table of Contents Low Oil Pressure Indicator, Charging System Indicator Safely pull off the road, and shut Low Oil Pressure Indicator Charging System Indicator This indicator should never off the engine. Turn on the hazard If the charging system come on when the engine is warning indicators.
Page 247: Malfunction Indicator Lamp
Main Menu Table of Contents Malfunction Indicator Lamp Malfunction Indicator Lamp If the indicator comes on repeatedly, If your vehicle battery has been If this indicator comes on even though it may turn off as you disconnected or gone dead, these while driving, it means one continue driving, have the vehicle codes are erased.
Page 248 Main Menu Table of Contents Brake System Indicator, Emergency Towing However, if the brake pedal does not Brake System Indicator Emergency Towing The brake system indicator feel normal, you should take If your vehicle needs to be towed, U.S. normally comes on when immediate action.
Page 249 Main Menu Table of Contents Fuses DRIVER’S SIDE PASSENGER’S SIDE INTERIOR UNDER-HOOD (PRIMARY) INTERIOR The vehicle’s fuses are located in To open the passenger’s side, pull five fuse boxes. the right edge of the cover. UNDER-HOOD (SECONDARY) The interior fuse boxes are located The primary under-hood fuse box is under the dashboard on the driver’s located on the passenger’s side.
Page 250 Main Menu Table of Contents Fuses Checking and Replacing Fuses If something electrical in your vehicle stops working, the first thing you should check for is a blown fuse. Determine from the chart on pages , or the diagram on the fuse box lid, which fuse or fuses control that device.
Page 251 Main Menu Table of Contents Fuses If you cannot drive the vehicle NOTICE: Replacing a f use with one BLOWN without fixing the problem, and you that has a higher rating greatly do not have a spare fuse, take a fuse increases the chances of damaging the of the same rating or a lower rating electrical system.
Page 252: Fuse Locations
Main Menu Table of Contents Fuse Locations PRIMARY UNDER-HOOD FUSE BOX No. Amps. Circuits Protected No. Amps. Circuits Protected 20 A Spare Fuse 40 A Power Seat 30 A Spare Fuse 40 A Heater Motor 20 A Right Headlight 30 A Cooling Fan 15 A ACG S...
Page 253 Main Menu Table of Contents Fuse Locations INTERIOR FUSE BOX Amps. Circuits Protected Amps. Circuits Protected Driver’s Side Passenger’s Side 15 A Fuel Pump 30 A Moonroof 10 A 20 A Driver’s Power Seat Reclining Front 7.5 A Heater Control, A/C Clutch 20 A Passenger’s Power Seat Sliding Relay, Cooling Fan Relay...
Page 254 Main Menu...
Page 255 Main Menu Technical Information The diagrams in this section give Identification Numbers ....Emissions Controls ....... you the dimensions and capacities of Specifications ........ The Clean Air Act ..... your Acura, and the locations of the DOT Tire Quality Grading ..
Page 256: Identification Numbers
Main Menu Table of Contents Identification Numbers Your vehicle has several identifying numbers located in various places. VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) is the 17-digit number your Acura dealer uses to register your vehicle for warranty purposes. It is also necessary for licensing and insuring your vehicle.
Page 257 Main Menu Table of Contents Identification Numbers The Engine Number is stamped into the engine block. It is on the front. ENGINE NUMBER The Transmission Number is on a label on top of the transmission. AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION NUMBER Technical Information...
Page 258: Specifications
Main Menu Table of Contents Specifications Dimensions Capacities Length 188.7 in (4,793 mm) Fuel tank Approx. Width 77.0 in (1,955 mm) 19.21 US gal (72.7 ) Height Standard 68.7 in (1,744 mm) Engine Change 1.88 US gal (7.1 ) Premium 71.3 in (1,811 mm) coolant Total...
Page 259 Main Menu Table of Contents Specifications Lights Fuses Headlights High 12 V 60 W (HB3) Interior Driver’s side See page or the fuse label 12 V 55 W (H11) attached to the dashboard. Front side marker lights 12 V 3 CP Passenger’s side See page or the fuse label...
Page 260: Dot Tire Quality Grading
Main Menu Table of Contents DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles) The tires on your vehicle meet all Treadwear Traction AA, A, B, C 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 261: Temperature
Main Menu Table of Contents DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles) Temperature A, B, C 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 over- tire’s resistance to the generation of loaded.
Page 262: Tire Labeling
Main Menu Table of Contents Tire Labeling The tires that came on your vehicle Rim diameter in inches. 2202 Date of manufacture. have a number of markings. Those you should be aware of are described Load index (a numerical code below.
Page 263: Technical Information
Main Menu Table of Contents Emissions Controls The burning of gasoline in your The Clean Air Act case Ventilation valve routes them vehicle’s engine produces several by- The United States Clean Air Act from the crankcase back to the products. Some of these are carbon sets standards for automobile intake manifold.
Page 264: Exhaust Emissions Controls
Main Menu Table of Contents Emissions Controls Exhaust Emissions Controls Replacement Parts Ignition Timing Control System The exhaust emissions controls This system constantly adjusts the The emissions control systems are include four systems: PGM-FI, ignition timing, reducing the amount designed and certified to work Ignition Timing Control, Exhaust of HC, CO, and NOx produced.
Page 265: Three Way Catalytic Converter
Main Menu Table of Contents Three Way Catalytic Converter The three way catalytic converter contains precious metals that serve as catalysts, promoting chemical reactions to convert the exhaust gasses without affecting the metals. The catalytic converter is referred to as a three-way catalyst, since it acts on HC, CO, and NOx.
Page 266: State Emissions Testing
Main Menu Table of Contents State Emissions Testing Testing of Readiness Codes If the testing facility determines that Without touching the accelerator If you take your vehicle for a state 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 267 Main Menu Table of Contents State Emissions Testing Select a nearby lightly traveled readiness codes are still not set, see major highway where you can your Acura dealer. maintain a speed of 50 to 60 mph (80 to 97 km/h) for at least 20 minutes.
Page 268 Main Menu...
Page 269: Warranty And Customer Relations
Main Menu Warranty and Customer Relations Customer Service Information ........ Warranty Coverages ....Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Vehicles) ......Authorized Manuals ..... Warranty and Customer Relations...
Page 270: Customer Service Information
Honda Canada Inc. Customer Service Office. vehicle to you 715 Milner Avenue Toronto, ON U.S. Owners: M1B 2K8 American Honda Motor Co., Inc. Acura Client Services Tel:1-888-9-ACURA-9 Mail Stop 500-2N-7E Fax:Toll-free 1-877-939-0909 1919 Torrance Blvd. Toronto (416) 287-4776 Torrance, CA 90501-2746...
Page 271: Warranty Coverages
Main Menu Table of Contents Warranty Coverages U.S. Owners a seat Seat Belt Limited Warranty Replacement Battery Limited Your new Acura is covered by these belt that fails to function properly is provides prorated Warranty warranties: covered for the useful life of the coverage for a replacement battery vehicle.
Page 272: Reporting Safety Defects (U.s. Vehicles)
However, NHTSA cannot become Transportation, Washington, to notifying Acura Automobile involved in individual problems D.C. 20590. You can also obtain Division, American Honda Motor Co., between you, your dealer, or Acura other information about motor Inc. Automobile Division, American vehicle safety from the Hotline.
Page 273: Authorized Manuals
Main Menu Table of Contents Authorized Manuals Purchasing Factory Authorized Manuals (U.S. only) Valid only for sales within the U.S. Canadian owners should contact their authorized Acura dealer. The publications shown below can be purchased from Helm Incorporated. You can order in any of three ways: ORDER TOLL FREE: 1-800-782-4356 Detach and mail the order form on the right half of this page Call Helm Inc.
Page 274: Authorized Manuals
Main Menu Table of Contents Authorized Manuals Service Manual: NOTE: Dealers and Companies please provide dealer or company name, and also the name of the person to whose attention the shipment should This manual covers maintenance and recommended be sent. For purchases outside U.S.A. please write to the address shown procedures for repair to engine and chassis components.
Page 275 Main Menu Index Shifting ........Braking System ......Shift Lever Position Indicator . Break-in, New Vehicle ....Accessories and Modifications . Shift Lever Positions ....Brightness Control, Instruments . ACCESSORY (Ignition Key Shift Lock Release ....Brights, Headlights ......Position) ........
Page 276 Main Menu Index Child Seats ......40, Cruise Control Operation .... Important Safety Reminders ..Cup Holders ........Cancel Button ........ Infants .......... Customer Relations Office ..Capacities Chart ......Larger Children ......Carbon Monoxide Hazard ..... LATCH ......... Carrying Cargo ......
Page 277 Main Menu Index DOT Tire Quality Grading ..Filters Emissions Controls ....... Driver and Passenger Safety ... Engine ..........Driving ........... Flashers, Hazard Warning ..... Coolant Temperature Gauge ..Economy ........Malfunction Indicator Flat Tire, Changing a ....Driving Position Memory Fluids Lamp ........
Page 278 Main Menu Index Fuel ..........GCWR (Gross Combined Weight High-Low Beam Switch ....Fill Door and Cap ...... Rating) ........HomeLink Universal Gauge ........... Gearshift Lever Positions .... Transceiver ........ Octane Requirement ....Glove Box ........Hood Latch ........Oxygenated .......
Page 279 Main Menu Index High Beam ........Interior Lights ......... LOCK (Ignition Key Position) ..Key (Immobilizer System) ..Introduction ........Locks Lights On ........Anti-theft Steering Column ..Low Fuel ........Fuel Fill Door ......Low Oil Pressure ......Glove Box ........
Page 280 Main Menu Index Memory, Driving Position ..... Selecting Proper Viscosity Protecting Larger Children ..Meters, Gauges ....... Chart ........Protecting Small Children ..Mirrors, Adjusting ......ON (Ignition Key Position) ... Using Child Seats with Modifying Your Vehicle ....Outside Mirrors ......
Page 281 Main Menu Index Replacement Information Seat Belts ........8, Shift Lock Release ......Engine Oil and Filter ....Additional Information ....Side Airbags ........Fuses .......... Automatic Seat Belt Side Curtain Airbags ...... Light Bulbs ........ Tensioners ....... Side Marker Lights, Bulb Schedule ........
Page 282 Main Menu Index SRS Indicator ......28, Three Way Catalytic Snow ........... START (Ignition Key Position) ..Converter ....... Specifications ......Starting the Engine ....... Temperature Gauge ....... Tire Chains ........ With a Dead Battery ....Tensioners, Seat Belts ....
Page 283 Main Menu Index : U.S. and Canada only Unexpected, Taking Care WARNING, Explanation of ..... of the .......... Warning Labels, Location off ..Uniform Tire Quality Grading ..Warranty Coverages ....Unleaded Gasoline ......Used Oil, How to Dispose of ..
Page 284: Service Information Summary
ATF (see page 19.21 US gal (72.7 ) Brake Fluid: Recommended Engine Oil: Honda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid API Premium grade 5W-20 DOT 3 preferred, or a DOT 3 or detergent oil (see page DOT 4 brake fluid as a temporary...

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