belt Acura MDX 2014 Owner's Manual

ContentsThis owner’s manual should be considered a permanent part of the
vehicle and should remain with the vehicle when it is sold.
This owner’s manual covers all models of your vehicle. You may find
descriptions of equipment and features that are not on your
particular model.
Images throughout this owner’s manual (including the front cover)
represent features and equipment that are available on some, but
not all, models. Your particular model may not have some of these
features.
This owner’s manual is for vehicles sold in the United States and
Canada.
The information and specifications included in this publication were
in effect at the time of approval for printing. Honda Motor Co., Ltd.
reserves the right, however, to discontinue or change specifications
or design at any time without notice and without incurring any
obligation.
2Safe Driving P. 25For Safe Driving P. 26 Seat Belts P. 31 Airbags P. 392Instrument Panel P. 69Indicators P. 70 Gauges and Multi-Information Display (MID) P. 972Controls P. 113Clock P. 114 Locking and Unlocking the Doors P. 115
Opening and Closing the Moonroof P. 140
Adjusting the Seats P. 1612Features P. 197Audio System P. 198 Audio System Basic Operation P. 203
Customized Features P. 248 HomeLink® Universal Transceiver P. 2662Driving P. 303Before Driving P. 304 Towing a Trailer P. 309Parking Your Vehicle P. 377
Multi-View Rear Camera
* P. 382
2Maintenance P. 387Before Performing Maintenance P. 388 Maintenance Minder
TM P. 391
Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades P. 413
Climate Control System Maintenance P. 431 Cleaning P. 432
2Handling the Unexpected P. 437Tools P. 438 If a Tire Goes Flat P. 439
Overheating P. 463 Indicator, Coming On/Blinking P. 465When You Cannot Open the Tailgate P. 4772Information P. 479Specifications P. 480 Identification Numbers P. 482
Emissions Testing P. 485 Warranty Coverages P. 487

5Quick Reference Guide
❙Side Curtain Airbags
(P50)
❙Coat Hook
(P180)
❙Grab Handle❙Seat Belt with Detachable Anchor
(P36)
❙Accessory Power Socket
(P179)❙Side Airbags
(P48)
❙Map Lights
(P173)
❙Seat Belts
(P34)
❙Front Seat
(P161)
❙Moonroof Switch
(P140)
❙Sunglasses Holder
(P181)
❙Sun Visors❙Vanity Mirrors
❙Seat Belt to Secure a Child Seat
(P61)
❙LATCH to Secure a Child Seat
(P59)
❙Seat Belt (Installing a Child Seat)
(P61)
❙Third Row Seat
(P170)
❙Second Row Seat
(P162)
❙HDMI Jack
* () See the Navigation System Manual
❙AC Power Outlet
* (P179)
❙Cargo Area Light
(P173)
* Not available on all models

7Quick Reference Guide
Safe Driving
(P25)
Airbags
(P39)
●Your vehicle is fitted with airbags to help protect you and
your passengers during a moderate-to-severe collision.
Child Safety
(P54)
●All children 12 and younger should be seated in the rear seat.
●Smaller children should be properly restrained in a forward-facing child seat.
●Infants must be properly restrained in a rear-facing child seat.
Exhaust Gas Hazard
(P66)
●Your vehicle emits dangerous exhaust gases that contain carbon
monoxide. Do not run the engine in confined spaces where carbon
monoxide gas can accumulate.
Before Driving Checklist
(P30)
●Before driving, check that the front seats, head restraints,
steering wheel, and mirrors have been properly adjusted.
Seat Belts
(P31)
●Fasten your seat belt and sit upright well
back in the seat.
●Check that your passengers are wearing
their seat belts correctly.
Fasten your lap belt as
low as possible.

8Quick Reference Guide
Instrument Panel
(P69)
System Indicators
Malfunction Indicator
Lamp
Low Oil Pressure
Indicator
Charging System
IndicatorAnti-lock Brake System
(ABS) Indicator
Vehicle Stability Assist
(VSA®) System
Indicator
VSA® OFF Indicator Speed-sensitive Electric
Power Steering (EPS)
System Indicator
Lights Reminders
Lights On Indicator
High Beam Indicator Immobilizer System
Indicator
Seat Belt Reminder
Indicator
System Indicators
System Message
IndicatorParking Brake and
Brake System
Indicator (Red) Supplemental
Restraint System
Indicator
Low Fuel Indicator
Gauges
(P97)
/Multi-Information Display (MID)
(P98)
/System Indicators
(P70)
Low Tire Pressure/
TPMS IndicatorTurn Signal and
Hazard Warning
Indicators
Keyless Access System
Indicator
Temperature
GaugeSecurity
System
Alarm
IndicatorFuel
Gauge
Tachometer
MID
Speedometer
Shift Lever Position
IndicatorGear Position IndicatorBrake System
Indicator (Amber)
SH-AWD Indicator
*
Blind Spot Information
(BSI) Indicator
*
System Indicators
Collision Mitigation
Brake System
TM
(CMBS
TM) Indicator
*
Forward Collision
Warning (FCW)
Indicator
*
Lane Departure
Warning (LDW)
Indicator
*
Lane Keeping Assist System
(LKAS) Indicator
*
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)
with Low Speed Follow (LSF)
Indicator
*
U.S.
CanadaU.S.
Canada

20Quick Reference Guide
The rear door cannot be
opened from inside the
vehicle. Why?
Check if the childproof lock is in the
lock position. If so, open the rear
door with the outside door handle.
To cancel this function, push the
lever to the unlock position.
Why do the doors lock
after I unlocked the doors
using a remote
transmitter?
If you do not open the doors within 30 seconds, the doors are
relocked automatically for security.
Why does the beeper
sound when I open the
driver’s door?
The beeper sounds when:●The exterior lights are left on.●The power mode is in ACCESSORY.
Why does the beeper
sound when I start driving?
The beeper sounds when:●Driver and/or front passenger are not wearing their seat belts.●The parking brake lever is not fully released.

22Quick Reference Guide
California Proposition 65 WarningEvent Data RecordersThis vehicle is equipped with an event data recorder (EDR).
The main purpose of an EDR is to record, in certain crash or near
crash-like situations, such as an air bag deployment or hitting a
road obstacle, data that will assist in understanding how a vehicle’s
systems performed. The EDR is designed to record data related
to vehicle dynamics and safety systems for a short period of
time, typically 30 seconds or less. The EDR in this vehicle is
designed to record such data as:
•How various systems in your vehicle were operating;
•Whether or not the driver and passenger safety belts were
buckled/fastened;
•How far (if at all) the driver was depressing the accelerator
and/or brake pedal; and,
•How fast the vehicle was traveling.
These data can help provide a better understanding of the
circumstances in which crashes and injuries occur. NOTE: EDR data
are recorded by your vehicle only if a non-trivial crash situation
occurs; no data are recorded by the EDR under normal driving
conditions and no personal data (e.g., name, gender, age, and
crash location) are recorded. However, other parties, such as law
enforcement, could combine the EDR data with the type of
personally identifying data routinely acquired during a crash
investigation.WARNING: This product contains or emits
chemicals known to the state of California to cause
cancer and birth defects or other reproductive
harm.
To read data recorded by an EDR, special equipment is required,
and access to the vehicle or the EDR is needed. In addition to the
vehicle manufacturer, other parties, such as law enforcement, that
have the special equipment, can read the information if they have
access to the vehicle or the EDR.
The data belongs to the vehicle owner and may not be accessed by
anyone else except as legally required or with the permission of the
vehicle owner.Service Diagnostic RecordersThis vehicle is equipped with service-related devices that record
information about powertrain performance. The data can be used
to verify emissions law requirements and/or help technicians
diagnose and solve service problems. It may also be combined with
data from other sources for research purposes, but it remains
confidential.California Perchlorate Contamination Prevention ActThe airbags, seat belt tensioners, and CR type batteries in this
vehicle may contain perchlorate materials - special handling may
apply. See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate/
As you read this manual, you will find information that is preceded
by a symbol. This information is intended to help you avoid
damage to your vehicle, other property, or the environment.
NOTICE

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Safe Driving
You can find many safety recommendations throughout this chapter, and throughout this manual.
For Safe Driving
Important Safety Precautions.............. 26
Important Handling Information ......... 28
Your Vehicle’s Safety Features ............ 29
Seat Belts
About Your Seat Belts ........................ 31
Fastening a Seat Belt .......................... 34
Seat Belt Inspection ............................ 38Airbags
Airbag System Components ............... 39
Types of Airbags ................................ 42
Front Airbags (SRS) ............................ 42
Driver’s Knee Airbag .......................... 46
Side Airbags....................................... 48
Side Curtain Airbags .......................... 50
Airbag System Indicators .................... 51
Airbag Care ....................................... 53Child Safety
Protecting Child Passengers ............... 54
Safety of Infants and Small Children .. 56
Safety of Larger Children ................... 64
Exhaust Gas Hazard
Carbon Monoxide Gas ....................... 66
Safety Labels
Label Locations .................................. 67

26Safe Driving
For Safe DrivingThe following pages explain your vehicle’s safety features and how to use them
properly. The safety precautions below are ones that we consider to be among the
most important.Important Safety Precautions■Always wear your seat belt
A seat belt is your best protection in all types of collisions. Airbags are designed to
supplement seat belts, not replace them. So even though your vehicle is equipped
with airbags, make sure you and your passengers always wear your seat belts, and
wear them properly.■Restrain all children
Children ages 12 and under should ride properly restrained in a back seat, not the
front seat. Infants and small children should be restrained in a child seat. Larger
children should use a booster seat and a lap/shoulder seat belt until they can use the
belt properly without a booster seat.■Be aware of airbag hazards
While airbags can save lives, they can cause serious or fatal injuries to occupants
who sit too close to them, or are not properly restrained. Infants, young children,
and short adults are at the greatest risk. Be sure to follow all instructions and
warnings in this manual.■Don’t drink and drive
Alcohol and driving don’t mix. Even one drink can reduce your ability to respond to
changing conditions, and your reaction time gets worse with every additional drink.
So don’t drink and drive, and don’t let your friends drink and drive, either.
1Important Safety Precautions
Some states, provinces and territories prohibit the use
of cell phones other than hands-free devices by the
driver while driving.

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uuFor Safe DrivinguImportant Handling Information
Safe Driving
Important Handling InformationYour vehicle 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. It also
provides good visibility so you can anticipate problems earlier.
These advantages come at some cost. Because your vehicle is taller and rides higher
off the ground, it has a higher center gravity making it more susceptible to tripping
or roll over if you make abrupt turns. Utility vehicles have a significantly higher
rollover rate than other types of vehicles. In a rollover crash, an unbelted person is
significantly more likely to die than a person wearing a seat belt. As a reminder,
make sure you and your passengers always wear seat belts.
1Important Handling Information
For information on how to reduce the risk of rollover,
read:
2Driving Guidelines for Your Utility Vehicle
P. 327
2Off-Highway Driving Guidelines P. 320
Failure to operate your vehicle correctly might result
in a crash or a rollover.

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uuFor Safe DrivinguYour Vehicle’s Safety Features
Continued
Safe Driving
Your Vehicle’s Safety FeaturesThe following checklist will help you take an active role in protecting yourself and
your passengers.
1Your Vehicle’s Safety Features
Your vehicle is equipped with many features that
work together to help protect you and your
passengers during a crash.
Some features do not require any action on your part.
These include a strong steel framework that forms a
safety cage around the passenger compartment,
front and rear crush zones, a collapsible steering
column, and tensioners that tighten the front seat
belts in a sufficient crash.
However, you and your passengers cannot take full
advantage of these features unless you remain seated
in the correct position and always wear your seat
belts. In fact, some safety features can contribute to
injuries if they are not used properly.
67891012Safety Cage
Crush Zones
Seats and Seat-Backs
Head Restraints
Collapsible Steering Column
Seat Belts
Front Airbags
Side Curtain Airbags
Door Locks Side Airbags11Seat Belt Tensioners/Seat Belt
e-pretensioners
*
67
89
9
10
11
11
12
7
Knee Airbag
10
* Not available on all models