warning Acura MDX 2014 Owner's Guide

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uuIndicatorsuMulti-Information Display (MID) Warning and Information Messages
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Message
Condition
Explanation
●Appears when the vehicle is stopped on a very steep
slope while ACC with LSF is in operation.
●ACC with LSF has been automatically canceled.
2Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed
Follow (LSF)
* P. 337
●Appears when pressing the RES/+/SET/– switch down
while the vehicle is stopped on a very steep slope.
●ACC with LSF cannot be set.
2Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed
Follow (LSF)
* P. 337
●Appears when pressing the RES/+/SET/– switch down
while the parking brake is applied.
●ACC with LSF cannot be set.
2Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed
Follow (LSF)
* P. 337
2Parking Brake P. 367
* Not available on all models

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uuIndicatorsuMulti-Information Display (MID) Warning and Information Messages
Instrument Panel
Message
Condition
Explanation
●Appears when your vehicle is stopped by ACC with LSF
for more than five minutes. The beeper sounds.
—
●Appears when your vehicle is stopped by ACC with LSF
for more than nine and a half minutes.
uThe display starts the countdown when ACC with
LSF is cancelled within 30 seconds. The beeper
sounds.
—
●Appears if ACC with LSF is canceled while your vehicle
is automatically stopped by ACC with LSF. The beeper
sounds.
●Immediately depress the brake pedal.
●Appears when pressing the RES/+/SET/– switch down
while the vehicle is moving and the brake pedal is
depressed.
●ACC with LSF cannot be set.
2Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed
Follow (LSF)
* P. 337
* Not available on all models

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Message
Condition
Explanation
●Appears when you unlock and open the driver’s door
while the engine is running by two-way keyless access
remote.
2Remote Engine Start with Vehicle Feedback
* P. 324
Models with two-way keyless access remote* Not available on all models

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uuIndicatorsuMulti-Information Display (MID) Warning and Information Messages
Instrument Panel
Message
Condition
Explanation
●Appears when the vehicle is driving out of a detected
line. The beeper sounds simultaneously if selected by
customization.
●Keep the vehicle within the lane you are driving.●The color of either line changes from white to amber as
the vehicle gets closer to that side of the lane line.
●Blinks when you fail to steer the vehicle. The beeper
sounds simultaneously if selected by customization.
●Operate the steering wheel to resume the LKAS.
●Appears when the LKAS is in operation, or the LKAS
button is pressed, but there is a problem with a system
related to the LKAS. The LKAS cancels automatically.
The beeper sounds simultaneously if selected by
customization.
●If any other system indicators come on, such as the
VSA®, ABS and brake system, take appropriate action.
2Indicators P. 70
●Appears when the LKAS is in operation, or the LKAS
button is pressed, but there the temperature inside the
LKAS camera is too high. The LKAS cancels
automatically. The beeper sounds simultaneously if
selected by customization.
●Use the climate control system to cool down the
camera.●Goes off - The camera has been cooled down. Pressing
the LKAS button can resume the system.
2LKAS camera P. 354
Models with LKAS

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uuGauges and Multi-Information Display (MID)uMID
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MIDThe MID shows the odometer, trip meter, outside temperature indicator, and other
gauges. It also displays important messages such as warnings and other helpful
information.
Roll the multi-function steering-wheel controls or press the TRIP button to change
the display.■Switching the Display
Blank
Instant Fuel
Economy/
Average Fuel
EconomyRange Elapsed Time Average Speed
SH-AWD®
*/
IDS Vehicle
SettingsTire Pressure
for Each TireEngine Oil Life Turn-by-Turn
Directions
*
Multi-function Steering-
wheel Controls* Not available on all models

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■Customization flow
Roll the multi-function steering-wheel controls to select Vehicle Settings and push the multi-function steering-wheel controls.Vehicle Settings
“Trip A” Reset TimingLanguage SelectionAdjust Outside Temp. DisplayMemory Position LinkDoor Unlock ModeKeyless Access Beep
Driver Assist System Setup
*
Meter Setup
Driving Position SetupKeyless Access Setup
“Trip B” Reset TimingTurn by Turn Display
*
Forward Collision Warning Distance
*
ACC Forward Vehicle Detect Beep
*
ACC Display Speed Unit
*
Roll
Push
Push
PushPushPush
Roll
Lane Keeping Assist Suspend Beep
*
Blind Spot Info
*
Steering Wheel Movement At Entry/Exit
Auto Seatbelt Tension
*
Roll
Roll
Remote Start System On/Off
*
Roll
Push
Keyless Access Light Flash
RollRollRollRoll
* Not available on all models

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■List of customizable options
*1:Default SettingSetup Group Customizable Features Description Selectable SettingsDriver Assist
System
Setup
*
Forward Collision
Warning Distance
*
Changes at which distance FCW
* or CMBS
TM * alerts, or
turns FCW
* on and off.
Long/Normal
*1/Short/Off
ACC Forward Vehicle
Detect Beep
*
Causes the system to beep when the system detects a
vehicle, or when the vehicle goes out of the ACC with
LSF range.
On/Off
*1
ACC Display Speed Unit
*
Changes the speed unit for ACC with LSF on the MID.
mph
*1/km/h (U.S.)
mph/km/h
*1 (Canada)
Lane Keeping Assist
Suspend Beep
*
Causes the system to beep when the LKAS is suspended.
On/Off
*1
Blind Spot Info
*
Changes the setting for the blind spot information.
Audible And Visual
Alert
*1/Visual Alert/Off
Meter SetupLanguage SelectionChanges the displayed language.English*1/Francais/Español
Adjust Outside Temp.
DisplayAdjusts the temperature reading by a few degrees.-5°F ~ ±0°F*1 ~ +5°F (U.S.)
-3°C
~ ±0°C
*1 ~ +3°C
(Canada)
“Trip A” Reset TimingChanges the setting of how to reset trip meter A, average
fuel economy A, average speed A, and elapsed time A.When Refueled/IGN Off/
Manually Reset
*1
“Trip B” Reset TimingChanges the setting of how to reset trip meter B, average
fuel economy B, average speed B, and elapsed time B.When Refueled/IGN Off/
Manually Reset
*1
Turn by Turn Display
*
Select whether the turn-by-turn display comes on during
the route guidance.On
*1/Off
* Not available on all models

128Controls
Opening and Closing the TailgatePrecautions for Opening/Closing the TailgateAlways make sure individuals and objects are clear of the tailgate before opening or
closing it.■Opening the tailgate
•Open the tailgate all the way.
uIf it is not fully opened, the tailgate may come down accidentally by its own
weight.
•Be careful when it is windy. The wind may cause the tailgate to close.■Closing the tailgate
Keep the tailgate closed while driving to:
uAvoid possible damage.
uPrevent exhaust gas from leaking into the vehicle.2Carbon Monoxide Gas P. 66
1Precautions for Opening/Closing the Tailgate
Be careful not to hit your head on the tailgate or to
put your hands between the tailgate and the cargo
area when closing the tailgate.
When operating the power tailgate, make sure there
is enough space around your vehicle. People near the
tailgate may be seriously hurt if the tailgate hits or
closes on their heads. Be especially cautious if
children are around.
When you are storing or picking up luggage from the
cargo area while the engine is idling, do not stand in
front of the exhaust pipe. You may get burned.
Do not allow any passenger in the cargo space. They
may get hurt during hard braking, a sudden
acceleration, or a crash.
3
WARNING
Closing a power tailgate while anyone is in
the path of the tailgate can cause serious
injury.
Make sure everyone is clear before closing
the power tailgate.

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Opening and Closing the WindowsOpening/Closing the Power WindowsThe power windows can be opened and closed when the power mode is in ON,
using the switches on the doors. The driver’s side switches can be used to open and
close all of the windows.
The power window lock button on the driver’s side must be switched off (not
pushed in, indicator off) to open and close the windows from anywhere other than
the driver’s seat.
When the power window lock button is pushed in, the indicator comes on and you
can only operate the driver’s window. Turn the power window lock button on when
children are in the vehicle.
■Automatic operation
To open: Push the switch down firmly.
To close: Pull the switch up firmly.
The window opens or closes completely. To
stop the window at any time, push or pull the
switch briefly.■Manual operation
To open: Push the switch down lightly, and
hold it until the desired position is reached.
To close: Pull the switch up lightly, and hold it
until the desired position is reached.
■Opening/Closing Windows with Auto-Open/Close Function
1Opening/Closing the Power Windows
The power windows can be operated for up to 10
minutes after you set the power mode to VEHICLE
OFF (LOCK).
Opening either front door cancels this function.
Auto Reverse
If a power window senses resistance when closing
automatically, it stops closing and reverse direction.
The driver’s window auto reverse function is disabled
when you continuously pull up the switch.
The auto reverse function stops sensing when the
window is almost closed to ensure that it fully closes.
3
WARNING
Closing a power window on someone’s
hands or fingers can cause serious injury.
Make sure your passengers are away from
the windows before closing them.
ON
OFF
Power Window
Lock Button
Rear Passenger’s
Window Switches
Front Passenger’s
Window Switch Driver’s Window
Switch
Indicator

140Controls
Opening and Closing the MoonroofYou can only operate the moonroof when the power mode is in ON. Use the switch
in the front of the ceiling to open and close the moonroof.
■Automatic operation
To open: Pull the switch back firmly.
To close: Push the switch forward firmly.
The moonroof will automatically open or close
all the way. To stop the moonroof midway,
touch the switch briefly.■Manual operation
To open: Pull the switch back lightly, and
hold it until the desired position is reached.
To close: Push the switch forward lightly, and
hold it until the desired position is reached.■Tilting the moonroof up
To tilt: Push on the center of the moonroof
switch.
To close: Push the switch forward firmly, then
release.
■Opening/Closing the Moonroof
1Opening/Closing the MoonroofNOTICEOpening the moonroof in below freezing
temperature or when it is covered with snow or ice
can damage the moonroof panel or motor.
The power moonroof can be operated for up to 10
minutes after you set the power mode to VEHICLE
OFF (LOCK).
Opening either front door cancels this function.
When resistance is detected, the auto reverse
function causes the moonroof to change directions,
then stop. Auto reverse stops sensing when the
moonroof is almost closed to ensure that it fully
closes.
3
WARNING
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.
Open
Close
Tilt