parking brake Acura MDX 2007 Owner's Manual

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CONTINUED: If equipped
Your Vehicle at a Glance
You rVehicle a ta Glance
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HOOD RELEASE
HANDLE AUDIO
SYSTEM
GAUGES INSTRUMENT
PANEL
INDICATORS HomeLink
BUTTONS
AUTOMATIC
TRANSMISSION
HEADPHONE CONNECTORS
AUXILIARY INPUT JACKS
FUEL
FILL DOOR
RELEASE BUTTON
POWER
WINDOW
SWITCHES
DRIVING
POSITION
MEMORY SYSTEM
CLIMATE CONTROL
SYSTEM MIRROR
CONTROL
AUTO BUTTON
PARKING BRAKE
PEDAL REAR
CLIMATE
CONTROL SYSTEM
MOONROOF
SWITCH
POWER TAILGATE
BUTTON
POWER
DOOR LOCK
MASTER SWITCH
PARKING BRAKE
RELEASE HANDLE (P.272)
(P.63)
(P.72)
(P.130)
(P.151)
(P.147)
(P.317) (P.132)(P.319) (P.151) (P.263) (P.264)(P.173)(P.333) (P.178)
(P.168)
(P.153)
(P.150)
PASSENGER’S
FRONT AIRBAG
DRIVER’S
FRONT
AIRBAG (P.9
, 27)
(P.155) (P.9, 34)
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To use the horn, press the center pad of the steering wheel.
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: If equipped
Your Vehicle at a Glance
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DRIVING POSITION
MEMORY SYSTEM
VEHICLE
STABILITY
ASSIST SYSTEM
OFF SWITCH
REAR WINDOW
DEFOGGER HAZARD WARNING
BUTTON
HEADLIGHT
WASHER
SWITCH
PARKING BRAKE
RELEASE HANDLE
POWER WINDOW
SWITCHES ACTIVE DAMPER
SYSTEM SWITCH
MIRROR
CONTROLS
POWER TAILGATE
BUTTON PASSENGER
AIRBAG
OFF INDICATOR
INSTRUMENT
PANEL
BRIGHTNESS
WINDSHIELD
WIPERS/WASHERS
STEERING
WHEEL
AUDIO CONTROLS
HEADLIGHT/TURN
SIGNAL/
FRONT FOG LIGHTS
FUEL FILL DOOR
RELEASE BUTTON STEERING
WHEEL
ADJUSTMENTS HORN
CRUISE CONTROL
BUTTONS SEAT
HEATER
SWITCHES
HOOD RELEASE
HANDLE
POWER
DOOR LOCK
MASTER SWITCH
(P.117)
(P.352)
(P.153)
(P.155)
(P.130)
(P.151)
(P.147)(P.317) (P.132)
(P.319) (P.124)
(P.266) (P.353) (P.146)(P.164) (P.122) (P.122)
(P.34)
(P.123)
(P.116)
(P.229)
(P.118)
ACCESSORY POWER
SOCKETS
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This section gives inf ormation about
the controls and displays that
contribute to the daily operation of
your vehicle. All the essential
controls are within easy reach............................
Control Locations .62
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Instrument Panel .63
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Instrument Panel Indicators .64
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Gauges .72
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Multi-Inf ormation Display .73
Controls Near the Steering
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Wheel .115
Windshield Wipers and .................................
Washers .116
Rear Window Wiper and ...................................
Washer .117
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Turn Signal and Headlights . 118
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Hazard Warning Button . 122
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Rear Window Def ogger . 122
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Instrument Panel Brightness . 123
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Steering Wheel Adjustments . 124
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Keys and Locks .126
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Immobilizer System .128
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Ignition Switch .129
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Door Locks .130
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Childproof Door Locks . 131
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Tailgate .131
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Power Tailgate .132
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Remote Transmitter .135
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Seats .140
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Detachable Anchor . 144..................................
Seat Heaters .146
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Power Windows .147
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Moonroof .150
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Parking Brake .151
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Mirrors .152
Driving Position Memory ........................................
System .155
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Interior Lights .157
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Interior Convenience Items . 160
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Beverage Holders .161
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Console Compartment . 162
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Storage Compartment . 162
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Glove Box .162
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Sunglasses Holder .163
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Cargo Hooks .163
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Sun Visor .164
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Vanity Mirror .164
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Accessory Power Sockets . 164
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AC Power Outlet .165
Instruments and Controls
Inst rument s and Cont rols
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: If equipped
Control Locations
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HOOD RELEASE
HANDLE AUDIO
SYSTEM
GAUGES INSTRUMENT
PANEL
INDICATORS HomeLink
BUTTONS
AUTOMATIC
TRANSMISSION
HEADPHONE CONNECTORS
AUXILIARY INPUT JACKS
FUEL
FILL DOOR
RELEASE BUTTON
POWER
WINDOW
SWITCHES DRIVING POSITION
MEMORY SYSTEM
CLIMATE CONTROL
SYSTEM MIRROR
CONTROL
AUTO BUTTON
PARKING BRAKE
PEDAL REAR
CLIMATE
CONTROL SYSTEM
MOONROOF
SWITCH
POWER TAILGATE
BUTTON
POWER
DOOR LOCK
MASTER SWITCH
PARKING BRAKE
RELEASE HANDLE (P.155)
(P.130)
(P.151)
(P.147)
(P.317) (P.132)(P.319) (P.151) (P.263) (P.264)(P.173)(P.333) (P.178)
(P.168)
(P.153)
(P.150)
(P.272)
(P.63)
(P.72)
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The U.S. instrument panel is shown. Differences for the Canadian models are noted in the text.
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Instrument Panel
Instru me ntsand Cont ro ls
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LOW TIRE PRESSURE
INDICATOR
CRUISE CONTROL
INDICATOR
ANTI-LOCK
BRAKE SYSTEM
INDICATOR SYSTEM
MESSAGE INDICATOR
HIGH BEAM INDICATOR MULTI-INFORMATION
DISPLAY
LOW OIL PRESSURE INDICATOR
VSA ACTIVATION INDICATOR
MALFUNCTION
INDICATOR
LAMP
A/T TEMPERATURE INDICATOR LIGHTS
ON INDICATOR
SEAT
BELT REMINDER INDICATOR
SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT
SYSTEM INDICATOR
CHARGING SYSTEM INDICATOR
SECURITY SYSTEM INDICATOR
(P.65)
SIDE
AIRBAG OFF
INDICATOR
SH-AWD INDICATOR
IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM
INDICATOR
FOG LIGHT INDICATOR
ACTIVE
DAMPER SYSTEM
INDICATOR
PARKING BRAKE AND BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR
CRUISE
MAIN INDICATOR
(P.68)
(P.70)
(P.71)
(P.66)
(P.69) (P.69)
(P.65)
(P.68)
(P.65) (P.70) (P.67)(P.67)
(P.71)
(P.70)
(P.70)
LOW
FUEL
INDICATOR (P.71)(P.68)
(P.66)
(P.66)
(P.70)
(P.64)
(P.73)
VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST (VSA) SYSTEM INDICATOR
(P.431)
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This indicator has two functions:
Itcomesonwhenyouturnthe
ignition switch to the ON (II)
position. It is a reminder to check
the parking brake. Driving with
the parking brake not fully
released can damage the rear
brakes, axles, and tires.
If you drive without releasing the
parking brake, a beep er will sound,
and you will also see a ‘‘RELEASE
PARKING BRAKE’’ message on
the multi-information display (see
page ). If
it stays on after you have fully
released the parking brake while
the engine is running, or if it
comes on while driving, it can
indicate a problem in the brake
system. You will also see a ‘‘LOW
BRAKE FLUID’’ or ‘‘CHECK
BRAKE SYSTEM’’ message on
the multi-information display (see
pages ). For more information,
see page .
If this indicator comes on when
the engine is running, the battery
is not being charged, and you will
also see a ‘‘CHECK CHARGING
SYSTEM’’ message on the multi-
information display. For more
info rmation, see page .
The
engine can be severely
damaged if this indicator flashes
or stays on when the engine is
running, or if a ‘‘CHECK ENGINE
OIL LEVEL’’ message is on the
multi-info rmation display. For
more information, see page .
You will also see a ‘‘CHECK
EMISSION SYSTEM’’ message on
the multi-information display. For
more information, see page .1.
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432
Instrument Panel Indicators
Parking Brake and Brake System
Indicator
L ow Oil Pressure
Indicator
Charging System
Indicator
Malf unction Indicator
Lamp
Inst rument s and Cont rols
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Turn the f og lights on and of f by
turning the switch next to the
headlight switch.
You can use the f og lights only when
the headlights are on low beam.
With the light switch in the AUTO
position, you can also use the f og
lights when the headlights turn on
automatically. They will go of f when
the headlights turn of f .
The automatic lighting f eature is
controlledbyasensorlocatedontop
of the dashboard. Do not cover this
sensor or spill liquids on it. With the headlight switch off, the
daytime running lights come on
when you turn the ignition switch to
the ON (II) position and release the
parkingbrake.Theyremainonuntil
you turn the ignition switch of f , even
if you set the parking brake.
When the headlights are on, the
daytime running lights are of f .
Headlights
Daytime Running L ights
Fog Lights
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LIGHT SENSOR
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You can open and close the
moonroof for up to 10 minutes after
you turn off the ignition switch.
Opening either front door cancels
this function.
To apply the parking brake, push the
pedal down with your foot. To
release it, pull the release handle
fully. The parking brake indicator on
the instrument panel should go out
when the p arking brake is fully
released, and the ignition switch is in
the ON (II) position (see p age ).
If the moonroof runs into any
obstacle while it is closing
automati
cally, it will reverse
direction, and then stop. To close the
moonroof, remove the obstacle, then
use the moonroof switch again.
Auto reverse stops sensing when the
moonroof is almost closed. You
should always check that all
passengers and objects are away
from the moonroof before closing it.
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Parking Brake
AutoReverse
Moonroof, P arking Brake
Instrument sand Cont ro ls
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RELEASE HANDLE
PARKING BRAKE PEDAL
Opening or closing the
moonroof on someone’s hands
or fingers can cause serious
injury.
Make sure all hands and fingers
are clear of the moonroof
before opening or closing it. I
f y
ou try
to open the moonroof in
below-freezing temperatures, or when
it is covered with snow or ice, you c an
damage the moonroof panel or its
motor.
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Auto reverse does not work when
closing the windows and
moonroof with the key.
You will also see a "RELEASE
PARKING BRAKE" message on the
multi-information display (see
page 82).

Keeptheinsideandoutsidemirrors
clean and adjusted f or best visibility.
Be sure to adjust the mirrors bef ore
you start driving.The inside mirror has day and night
positions. The night position reduces
glare f rom headlights behind you.
Flip the tab on the bottom edge of
the mirror to select the day or night
position.
On U.S. models
Mirrors
Parking Brake, Mirrors
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U.S. models
TAB
Driving the vehicle with the parking
brake applied can damage the rear
brakes and axles. A beeper will sound
if the vehicle is driven with the parking
brake on.
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Park the vehicle, and set the
parking brake. Pull the hood
release handle located under the
lower lef t corner of the dashboard.
The hood will pop up slightly.Put your f ingers under the f ront
edge of the hood near the center.
Slide your hand to your lef t until
you f eel the hood latch handle.
Push this handle up until it
releases the hood. Lif t up the hood.Lif t the hood up most of the way.
The hydraulic supports will lif t it
uptherestof thewayandholdit
up.
If the hood latch handle moves stif f ly,
or if you can open the hood without
lif ting the handle, the mechanism
should be cleaned and lubricated. To close the hood, lower the hood to
about a f oot (30 cm) above the
f ender, then press down f irmly with
your hands. Make sure it is securely
latched.
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Service Station Procedures
Opening and Closing the Hood
Bef ore Driving
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HOOD RELEASE HANDLE
LATCH
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