battery Acura MDX 2014 User Guide

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uuOpening and Closing the TailgateuOpening/Closing the Power Tailgate
Controls
Opening/Closing the Power TailgateThe power tailgate can be operated by pressing the power tailgate button on the
remote transmitter or driver's door, or pressing the outer handle or button on the
tailgate.â– The power tailgate can be opened when:
•The tailgate is fully closed.
•The shift lever is in
(P.
•Press and hold the tailgate button on the remote transmitter for about one
second when the power mode is in VEHICLE OFF (LOCK).
uIf you have changed the Keyless Open Mode setting to When Unlocked,
you need to unlock the tailgate before you press the tailgate button to open it.
2Customized Features P. 104
â– The power tailgate can be closed when:
•The tailgate is fully open.
•The shift lever is in
(P.
•Press and hold the tailgate button on the remote transmitter for about one
second when the power mode is in VEHICLE OFF (LOCK).
1Opening/Closing the Power Tailgate
The power tailgate may not open or close under the
following conditions:•The vehicle is parked on a steep hill.•The vehicle is swayed in a strong wind.•The tailgate or the roof is covered with snow or ice.
If you close the power tailgate when all the doors are
locked, the power tailgate locks automatically.
If you replace the battery or the power tailgate fuse
while the tailgate is open, the power tailgate may be
disabled. The power tailgate resumes once you
manually close the tailgate.
Installing aftermarket components other than Acura
genuine accessories on the power tailgate may
prevent it from fully opening or closing.
Make sure the power tailgate is fully open before you
get your luggage in and out.
Make sure the power tailgate is fully closed before
you start the vehicle.

uuSecurity SystemuSecurity System Alarm
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â– Setting the security system alarm
The security system alarm automatically sets when the following conditions have
been met:
•The power mode is set to VEHICLE OFF (LOCK).
•The hood is closed.
•All doors and the tailgate are locked from outside with the key, remote
transmitter, or keyless access system.â– When the security system alarm sets
The security system alarm indicator in the instrument panel blinks. When the
blinking interval changes after about 15 seconds, the security system alarm is set.â– To cancel the security system alarm
The security system alarm is canceled when the vehicle is unlocked using the key,
remote transmitter, keyless access system, or the power mode is set to ON. The
security system alarm indicator goes off at the same time.
1Security System Alarm
Do not set the security system alarm when someone
is in the vehicle or a window is open. The system can
accidentally activate when unlocking the door with
the lock tab.
If the battery goes dead after you have set the
security system alarm, the security alarm may go off
once the battery is recharged or replaced.
If this occurs, deactivate the security system alarm by
unlocking a door using the key, remote transmitter,
or keyless access system.
Do not attempt to alter this system or add another
device to it.

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Controls
Operating the Switches Around the Steering WheelENGINE START/STOP Buttonâ– Changing the Power Mode
1ENGINE START/STOP Button
ENGINE START/STOP Button Operating Range
You can start the engine when the keyless access
remote is inside the vehicle.
The engine may also run if the keyless access remote
is close to the door or window, even if it is outside the
vehicle.
ON mode:
Indicator in the button is off, if the engine is running.
If the keyless access remote battery is weak, beeper
sounds and the To Start, Hold Remote Near Start
Button message appears on the MID.
2If the Keyless Access Remote Battery is
Weak P. 458
If the power mode does not change from VEHICLE
OFF to ACCESSORY, press the ENGINE START/STOP
button while moving the steering wheel left and
right. The steering wheel will unlock, allowing the
mode to change.
Operating Range
VEHICLE OFF (LOCK)
Indicator in the button is off.
The steering wheel is locked. The power to all electrical
components is turned off.
ACCESSORY
Indicator in the button is on.
Indicator in the button blinks (from ON to ACCESSORY).
Operate the audio system and other accessories in this
position.
ON
Indicator in the button is on.
All electrical components can be used.
Press the button. Press the button without the
shift lever in (P.
Shift to
(P, then press the button. Indicator
Without pressing the brake pedal

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uuOperating the Switches Around the Steering WheeluENGINE START/STOP Button
Controls
If you leave the vehicle for 30 to 60 minutes with the shift lever in
(P and the power
mode in ACCESSORY, the vehicle automatically goes into the mode similar to
VEHICLE OFF (LOCK) to avoid the battery drain.
When in this mode:
The steering wheel does not lock.
You cannot lock or unlock doors with the remote transmitter or the keyless access
system.
Press the ENGINE START/STOP button to switch the mode to VEHICLE OFF (LOCK).
If you open the driver’s door when the power mode is set to ACCESSORY, a warning
buzzer sounds.
â– Automatic Power Offâ– Power Mode Reminder

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uuOperating the Switches Around the Steering WheeluLight Switches
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Controls
Light Switches
Rotating the light switch turns the lights on
and off, regardless of the power mode
setting.â– High beams
Push the lever forward until you hear a click.â– Low beams
When in high beams, pull the lever back to
return to low beams.â– Flashing the high beams
Pull the lever back, and release it.â– Lights off
Turn the lever to OFF either when:
•The shift lever is in
(P.
•The parking brake is applied.
To turn the lights on again, turn the lever to
OFF to cancel the lights off mode. Even if you
do not cancel the lights off mode, the lights
come on automatically when:
•The shift lever is moved out of
(P and the
parking brake is released.
•The vehicle starts to move.
â– Manual Operation
1Light Switches
If you leave the power mode in VEHICLE OFF (LOCK)
with the lights on, a light on reminder chime sounds
when you open the driver’s door.
Do not leave the lights on when the engine is off
because it will cause the battery to discharge.
Your vehicle is equipped with the automatic
headlight adjusting system that automatically adjusts
the vertical angle of the high/low beam headlights. If
you find a significant change in the vertical angle of
the headlights, there may be a problem with the
system. Have your vehicle checked by a dealer.Canadian models with rear entertainment system
High Beams
Flashing the high beams
Low Beams
Turns on parking, side marker,
tail, and rear license plate lights
Turns on headlights, parking,
side marker, tail, and rear
license plate lights

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Interior Lights/Interior Convenience ItemsInterior Lights
â– ON
The interior lights come on regardless of
whether the doors are open or closed.â– Door activated
The interior lights come on in the following
situations:
•When any doors are opened.
•You unlock the driver’s door.
•When the power mode is set to VEHICLE
OFF (LOCK).â– OFF
The interior lights remain off regardless of
whether the tailgate or the doors are open or
closed.
â– Interior Light Switches
1Interior Light Switches
In the door activated position, the interior lights fade
out and go off about 30 seconds after the doors are
closed.
The lights go off after 30 seconds in the following
situations:•When you unlock the driver’s door but do not open
it.•When you set the power mode to VEHICLE OFF
(LOCK) but do not open a door.
You can change the interior lights dimming time.
2Customized Features P. 104, 248
The interior lights go off immediately in the following
situations:•When you lock the driver’s door.•When you close the driver’s door in ACCESSORY
mode.•When you set the power mode to ON.
If you leave any doors open in VEHICLE OFF (LOCK)
mode, the interior lights go off after about 15
minutes.
When the interior light switch is in ON, if you close
the tailgate and all doors in VEHICLE OFF (LOCK)
mode, the interior lights go off after about 30
minutes.
However, when the battery is weaken, the interior
lights go off after about 30 minutes if any door is
open.
Door Activated Position
Off
On

uuInterior Lights/Interior Convenience ItemsuInterior Convenience Items
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The accessory power sockets can be used when the power mode is in ACCESSORY
or ON.
â– Accessory power socket (center pocket)
Open the lid and the cover to use it.â– Accessory power socket (console
compartment)
Pull the handle and open the cover to use it.
â– Accessory Power Sockets
1Accessory Power SocketsNOTICEDo not insert an automotive type cigarette lighter
element.
This can overheat the power socket.
The accessory power sockets are designed to supply
power for 12 volt DC accessories that are rated 180
watts or less (15 amps).
To prevent battery drain, only use the power socket
with the engine running.

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uuInterior Lights/Interior Convenience ItemsuInterior Convenience Items
Controls
To open the sunglasses holder, push and
release the indent. To close, push it again until
it latches.
You can store eyeglasses and other small
items in this holder.
The power mode must be in ON to use the
heated steering wheel.
Press the button on the left side of the
steering wheel.
When a comfortable temperature is reached,
press the button again to turn it off.
The heated steering wheel is turned off every
time you start the engine, even if you turned it
on the last time you drove the vehicle.
â– Sunglasses Holder
1Sunglasses Holder
Keep the holder closed while driving except when
accessing stored items.
Push
â– Heated Steering WheelCanadian models
1Heated Steering Wheel
Do not use the heated steering wheel continuously
when the engine is off. Under such conditions, the
battery may be weakened, making the engine
difficult to start.
IndicatorHeated Steering Wheel Button

uuInterior Lights/Interior Convenience ItemsuInterior Convenience Items
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If the power mode is in ON:
Seat heater - The HI setting heats the seats
faster than the LO setting.
Seat ventilation
* - The HI setting ventilates
the seats faster than the LO setting.
1.Select .
2.Change the setting with one of the
following:
The Heat/Cool* level indicators: Select your
desired level setting. The left is for a LO
setting, the center is for a MID setting, and
to the right for a HI setting.
(+/(-: To go up or down one level at a
time.
AUTO*: The system automatically selects
the setting most suitable to the ambient
environment.
OFF: Turn off the system.
When a comfortable temperature is reached
while using the seat heaters in HI, select MID
or LO to keep the seat warm.
â– Front Seat Heaters and Seat Ventilation
*
1Front Seat Heaters and Seat Ventilation
*
Do not use the seat heaters and the seat ventilation
even in LO when the engine is off. Under such
conditions, the battery may be weakened, making
the engine difficult to start.
3
WARNING
Heat induced burns are possible when
using seat heaters.
Persons with a diminished ability to sense
temperature (e.g., persons with diabetes,
lower-limb nerve damage, or paralysis) or
with sensitive skin should not use seat
heaters.
Models with seat ventilationModels without seat ventilation* Not available on all models

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uuInterior Lights/Interior Convenience ItemsuInterior Convenience Items
Controls
The power mode must be in ON to use the
seat heaters. The HI setting heats the seats
faster than the LO setting.
Press the seat heater button:
Once - The HI setting (three indicators on)
Twice - The MID setting (two indicators on)
Three times - The LO setting
Four times - The OFF setting (no indicators on)
â– Second Row Outer Seat Heaters
*
1Second Row Outer Seat Heaters
*
Do not use the seat heaters even in LO when the
engine is off. Under such conditions, the battery may
be weakened, making the engine difficult to start.
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WARNING
Heat induced burns are possible when
using seat heaters.
Persons with a diminished ability to sense
temperature (e.g., persons with diabetes,
lower-limb nerve damage, or paralysis) or
with sensitive skin should not use seat
heaters.
* Not available on all models