Acura MDX 2014 Owner's Manual

uuIf a Tire Goes FlatuChanging a Flat Tire
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1.Push the rear edge of the handle on the
floor lid and open the lid.
2.Take out the cargo floor box.
3.Take the jack, wheel nut wrench, and jack
handle bar out of the tool case.
■Getting Ready to Replace the Flat Tire
1Changing a Flat Tire
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NOTICEDo not use the jack if it doesn’t work properly. Call
your dealer or a professional towing service.
Handle
Cargo Floor Box
Tool Case* Not available on all models

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4.Remove the cover on the cargo area lining
to access the shaft for the spare tire hoist.
5.Put the wheel nut wrench with the jack
handle bar on the hoist shaft.
Turn the wrench to the left to lower the
spare tire to the ground.
6.Keep turning the wheel nut wrench to
create slack in the cable.
7.Remove the bracket from the spare tire.
Cover
Jack Handle Bar
Wheel Nut WrenchBracket

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8.Place a wheel block or rock in front and
rear of the wheel diagonal to the flat tire.
9.Place the compact spare tire wheel side up
under the vehicle body, near the tire that
needs to be replaced.
10.Loosen each wheel nut about one turn
using the wheel nut wrench.
Wheel
Blocks
The tire to be replaced.

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1.Place the jack under the jacking point
closest to the tire to be changed.
2.Turn the end bracket clockwise as shown in
the image until the top of the jack contacts
the jacking point.
uMake sure that the jacking point tab is
resting in the jack notch.
3.Raise the vehicle, using the jack handle bar
and the jack handle, until the tire is off the
ground.
■How to Set Up the Jack
1How to Set Up the Jack
Do not use the jack with people or luggage in the
vehicle.
Use the jack provided in your vehicle.
Other jacks may not support the weight (“load”) or
may not fit in the jacking point.
The following instructions must be followed to use
the jack safely.•Do not use while the engine is running.•Use only where the ground is firm and level.•Use only at the jacking points.•Do not get in the vehicle while using the jack.•Do not put anything on top of or underneath the
jack.
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WARNING
The vehicle can easily roll off the jack,
seriously injuring anyone underneath.
Follow the directions for changing a tire
exactly, and never get under the vehicle
when it is supported only by the jack.
Jack Handle BarWheel Nut Wrench as Jack Handle

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1.Remove the wheel nuts and flat tire.
2.Wipe the mounting surfaces of the wheel
with a clean cloth.
3.Mount the compact spare tire.
4.Screw the wheel nuts until they touch the
lips around the mounting holes, then stop
rotating.
5.Lower the vehicle and remove the jack.
Tighten the wheel nuts in the order
indicated in the image. Go around,
tightening the nuts, two to three times in
this order.
Wheel nut torque:
80 lbf∙ft (108 N∙m, 11 kgf∙m)
■Replacing the Flat Tire
1Replacing the Flat Tire
Do not over tighten the wheel nuts by applying extra
torque using your foot or a pipe.

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1.Remove the center cap and place the flat
tire face up under the hoist.
2.Insert the hoist bracket into the center hole
of the flat tire.
3.Turn the wheel nut wrench with the jack
handle bar clockwise until the flat tire rests
against the underbody of the vehicle and
you hear the hoist click.
4.Securely put the jack and wheel nut wrench
back in the tool case. Store the case in the
cargo area.
If you replace a flat tire with the spare tire, the low tire pressure/TPMS indicator
comes on while you are driving. After driving for a few miles (kilometers), the
indicator will start blinking for a short time and then stay on. Tire Pressure
Monitor Problem appears on the multi-information display (MID), but this is
normal.
If you replace the tire with a specified regular tire, the warning message on the MID
and the low tire pressure/TPMS indicator will go off after a few miles (kilometers).
■Storing the Flat Tire
1Storing the Flat Tire
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WARNING
Loose items can fly around the interior in a
crash and can seriously injure the
occupants.
Store the jack and tools securely before
driving.
Wheel Nut WrenchJack Handle Bar■TPMS and the Spare Tire
1TPMS and the Spare Tire
The system cannot monitor the pressure of the spare
tire. Manually check the spare tire pressure to be sure
that it is correct.
Use the TPMS specific wheels. Each is equipped with
a tire pressure sensor mounted inside the tire behind
the valve stem.

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Temporarily Repairing a Flat Tire
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If the tire has a large cut or is otherwise severely damaged, you will need to have the
vehicle towed. If the tire only has a small puncture, from a nail for instance, you can
use the temporary tire repair kit so that you can drive to the nearest service station
for a more permanent repair.
If a tire goes flat while driving, grasp the steering wheel firmly, and brake gradually
to reduce speed. Then stop in a safe place.
1.Park the vehicle on a firm, level, and non-slippery surface and apply the parking
brake.
2.Move the shift lever to
(P.
3.Turn on the hazard warning lights and set the power mode to VEHICLE OFF
(LOCK).
■Getting Ready to Temporarily Repair the Flat Tire
1Temporarily Repairing a Flat Tire
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The kit should not be used in the following situations.
Instead, contact a dealer or a roadside assistant to
have the vehicle towed.•The tire sealant has expired.•More than two tires are punctured.•The puncture or cut is larger than 3/16 inch (4mm).•The tire side wall is damaged or the puncture is
outside the contact area.•Damage has been caused by driving with the tire
extremely under inflated.•The tire bead is no longer seated.•The rim is damaged.
Do not remove a nail or screw that punctured the
tire. If you remove it from the tire, you may not be
able to repair the puncture using the kit.NOTICEDo not use a puncture-repairing agent other than the
one provided in the kit that came with your vehicle. If
a different agent is used, you may permanently
damage the tire pressure sensor.
When the puncture is:
Kit Use
Smaller than 3/16 inch
(4 mm)
Yes
Larger than 3/16 inch
(4 mm)
No
Contact
Area
Instruction
Manual
Air Only Hose (Black)Speed Restriction Label Repair Notification Label Pressure Relief
ButtonInflator Switch
Selector Switch
SEALANT/AIR side Sealant/Air Hose (Clear)AIR ONLY side
Power Plug Pressure Gauge
Tire Sealant
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1.Pull the handle on the cargo area floor lid
and open the lid.
2.Take out the cargo floor box.
3.Take the kit out of the case.
4.Place the kit face up, on flat ground near
the flat tire, and away from traffic. Do not
place the kit on its side.
1Getting Ready to Temporarily Repair the Flat Tire
When making a temporary repair, carefully read the
instruction manual provided with the kit.
Handle
Cargo Floor Box
Case
Tire Repair Kit

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1.Remove the valve cap from the tire valve
stem.
2.Remove the sealant/air hose from the
packaging.
3.Attach the sealant/air hose onto the tire
valve stem. Screw it until it is tight.
■Injecting Sealant and Air
1Injecting Sealant and Air
In cold temperatures, the sealant may not flow easily.
In this situation, warm it up for five minutes before
using.
The sealant can permanently stain clothing and other
materials. Be careful during handling and wipe away
any spills immediately.
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WARNING
Tire sealant contains substances that are
harmful and can be fatal if swallowed.
If accidentally swallowed, do not induce
vomiting. Drink plenty of water and get
medical attention immediately.
For skin or eye contact, flush with cool
water and get medical attention if
necessary.
Valve StemValve Cap
Sealant/Air Hose
Valve StemSealant/Air Hose

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4.Plug in the compressor to the accessory
power socket.
uBe careful not to pinch the cord in a
door or window.
uDo not plug any other electronic
devices into other accessory power
sockets.
2Accessory Power Sockets P. 178
5.Start the engine.
uKeep the engine running while injecting
sealant and air.
2Carbon Monoxide Gas P. 66
6.Turn the selector switch to SEALANT/
AIR.
1Injecting Sealant and AirNOTICEDo not operate the temporary tire repair kit
compressor for more than 15 minutes. The
compressor can overheat and become permanently
damaged.
Until the sealant injection is complete, the pressure
shown on the pressure gauge will appear higher than
actual. After the sealant injection is complete the
pressure will drop and then begin to rise again as the
tire is inflated with air. This is normal. To accurately
measure the air pressure using the gauge, turn the air
compressor off only after the sealant injection is
complete.
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WARNING
Running the engine with the vehicle in an
enclosed or even partly enclosed area can
cause a rapid build-up of toxic carbon
monoxide.
Breathing this colorless, odorless gas can
cause unconsciousness and even death.
Only run the engine to power the air
compressor with the vehicle outdoors.
SEALANT/AIR side