USB Acura MDX 2015 Owner's Guide
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This Owner’s Guide is intended to help you quickly get acquainted with your 2015 Acura
MDX. It provides basic information and instructions on technology and convenience
features, as well as emergency procedures and how to get assistance.
This guide is for vehicles sold in the United States and Canada. It covers all MDX models, so
you may find descriptions of features and equipment that are not in your vehicle. Images
throughout this guide are from U.S. vehicles and represent features and equipment that are
available on some, but not all, models.
This guide is not intended to be a substitute for the Owner’s Manual. The Owner
Information CD enclosed in your glove box kit includes the Owner’s Manual, Navigation
Manual, and vehicle and tire warranties in electronic format. This information can be viewed
on a computer (PC or Mac platform) and saved or printed for your reference. You can
also visit owners.acura.com (U.S.) or myacura.ca (Canada) to view the complete and most
current information.
If you are the first registered owner of your vehicle, you may request a complimentary
printed copy of the Owner’s Manual, Navigation Manual, or Vehicle Warranty up to six
months after vehicle purchase. To request a copy, visit owners.acura.com (U.S.) or myacura.
ca (Canada) and create or log in to your account. In Canada, please request a copy from
your Acura dealer.
American Honda Motor Company strives to be proactive in protecting our environment and
natural resources. By using electronic delivery for a considerable portion of the information
typically found in a vehicle owner’s manual, we are further reducing our impact on the
environment.
Acura Total Luxury Care r oadside Assistance
Your Acura TLC Roadside Assistance representative is here to help you
24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Under your 4-year/50,000-mile (80,000 km) warranty, the
following benefits are available:
- Towing services — full cost of towing to the closest Acura dealer
- Roadside assistance — jump starting, fuel delivery, lockout, and flat tire
- Trip planning — detailed trip routing, emergency services, and more
Call (800) 594-8500 (U.S.) or (800) 565-7587 (Canada)
Acura Client relations
Your authorized Acura dealer should be able to answer any questions you have about your
vehicle. However, if you are dissatisfied with the information you receive, you can call Acura
Client Relations (see page 140).
Call (800) 382-2238 (U.S.) or (888) 922-8729 (Canada)
INTroDUCTIoN TABLe oF CoNTeNTS
*if equipped
vISUAL INDex ...................................1
Steering Wheel and Nearby Controls
1
Dashboard and Ceiling Controls ..... 2
SAFeTy INFormATIoN .................. 3
Important Safety Information ....... 3
Seat Belts ........................................... 5
Airbags ............................................... 9
Child Safety ..................................... 15
Safety Label Locations ................... 21
r eporting Safety Defects .............. 22
INSTrUmeNT P ANeL .................... 23
malfunction Indicators .................. 23
Condition Indicators ...................... 25
on/off Indicators .......................... 26
multi-Information Display ........... 27
veHICLe CoNTroLS ..................... 28
Using the remote Transmitter ..... 28
Keyless Access System .................. 29
Power Tailgate operation ............. 30
Door operation from Inside the v ehicle
31
Power Window operation ............ 32
Power moonroof operation ........33
Interior and exterior Lights ...........34
one-Touch Turn Signal .................. 36
Wiper operation ............................ 36
Adjusting the Seats ........................ 38
Adjusting the mirrors..................... 41
Adjusting the Steering Wheel ...... 42
Driving Position memory System ... 42
r ear Seats ........................................ 43
HomeLink® Garage opener .......... 45Climate Control System
................46
Seat Heaters and ventilation* ..... 49
Customized Features ..................... 50
AUDIo AND CoNNeCTIvITy ....... 51
Basic Audio operation .................... 51
Fm/Am radio .................................. 54
Siriusxm® radio ............................. 55
Compact Disc .................................. 56
Hard Disc Drive (HDD) Audio* .... 57
iPod® or USB Flash Drive .............. 58
Bluetooth® Audio ........................... 59
Pandora® ......................................... 60
AcuraLink featuring Aha™ ............. 61
r ear entertainment System* ....... 62
Bluetooth® HANDSFreeLINK ®.... 66
Basic HFL operation ...................... 66
Pairing a Phone ............................... 68
making a Call .................................. 69
SmS Text messaging and e-mail .... 72
A CUrALINK
®* ................................. 73
AcuraLink messages ....................... 73
Subscription Features .................... 74
NA vIGATIoN* ............................... 76
Basic Navigation operation ......... 76
entering a Destination .................. 79
r outing ............................................ 81
DrIvING .......................................... 83
Before Driving ................................. 83
maximum Load Limit ..................... 85
Towing a Trailer .............................. 87
r emote engine Start* ..................... 91
Starting to Drive ............................. 92
Integrated Dynamics System ....... 94
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SAFeTy
vISUAL INDex
Dashboard and Ceiling Controls
1 Color information display
2 On-Demand Multi-Use Display (ODMD)
p. 53
3 Hazard warning button
4 Climate control buttons p. 46
5 Moonroof switch p. 33
Map lights p. 35
HomeLink® buttons p. 45
AcuraLink® buttons* p. 73
6 Power window switches p. 32
Door lock switches p. 31
Door mirror controls p. 41
Power folding mirror button* p. 41
7 Power tailgate button* p. 30
Fuel fill door handle p. 107
8 Hood release handle p. 124
9 Driving Position Memory System
buttons p. 42
10 Integrated Dynamics System
(IDS) button p. 94
11 Parking brake p. 95
12 Audio/phone/navigation/Surround
View Camera* buttons p. 50, 65,
75, 105
13 Rear entertainment system* p. 62
14 USB port p. 51
Auxiliary input jack p. 51
Accessory power socket p. 51
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Your safety—and the safety of others—is very important, and operating this vehicle safely
is an important responsibility. While we strive to help you make informed decisions about
safety, it is not practical or possible to warn you about all the hazards associated with
operating or maintaining your vehicle. Therefore, you must use your own good judgment.
Important Safety Information
This guide explains many of your vehicle’s safety features and how to use them. Please read
this information carefully. Following the instructions below will also help to keep you and
your passengers safe.
Important Safety Precautions
• Always wear your seat belt.
• Secure all children in the proper restraint system.
• Be aware of airbag hazards.
• Don’t drink and drive.
• Pay appropriate attention to the task of driving safely.
• Control your speed.
• Keep your vehicle in safe condition.
Engaging in cell phone conversation or other activities that keep you from paying close
attention to the road, other vehicles, and pedestrians could lead to a crash. Remember,
situations can change quickly, and only you can decide when it is safe to divert some
attention away from driving.
Important Handling Information Your vehicle has a 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 of gravity, making it more susceptible to tripping or
rollover 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.
SAFeTy INFormATIoN
13
*if equipped
14
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veHICLe CoNTroLS
*if equipped
Customized Features
You can easily customize many features of your vehicle. The customized settings are
recalled every time you unlock the driver’s door with the remote (Driver 1 or Driver 2).
Settings are unique to each remote.
How to Change a Setting
The vehicle must be in Park (P) to select Vehicle Settings. Use the interface dial to make
and enter selections.
1. Press SETTINGS.
2. Select an option (System, Vehicle, Camera, Audio, Phone, Info, or Navi*).
3. Select a setting option, and make your preferred changes.
4. Press BACK to exit out of the menus.
Setting the Clock
On vehicles without navigation, use the interface dial to adjust the time in the clock
display. On vehicles with navigation, the time is automatically set using GPS signals.
1. Press SETTINGS.
2. Select System Settings.
3. Select Clock Adjustment.
4. Rotate the interface dial to change the hour value. Press the interface dial to select
minutes, and rotate to change the value. Press the interface dial to exit the screen.
5. Press BACK to exit out of the menus.
Settings screen
BACK
button
Interface
dial SeTTINGS
button
Basic
Audio operation
Connect audio devices and operate buttons and displays for the audio system.
USB Port
Connect a USB flash drive or other audio device, such as an iPod® or iPhone®.
1. Slide back the center console cover. Open the USB
port cover.
2. Install the flash drive or iPod cable to the USB port.
Auxiliary Input Jack
Connect standard audio devices with a 1/8-inch (3.5 mm) stereo miniplug.
1. Slide back the center console cover. Open the AUX
cover.
2. Connect the device to the input jack.
3. Use the device to control the audio.
iPod and iPhone are trademarks of Apple, Inc.
State or local laws may prohibit the operation of handheld electronic devices while operating a vehicle.
AUDIo AND CoNNeCTIvITy
Learn how to operate the vehicle’s audio system.
Accessory Power Socket
Located in the center console, center pocket, and rear
cargo area. Open the socket cover to use power when
the vehicle is on.
Do not insert an automotive type cigarette lighter element. This can overheat the
power socket.
No TICe
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AUDIo AND CoNNeCTIvITy
Adjusting the Sound
Adjust various sound settings using the interface dial.
1. Press SETTINGS.
2. Select Audio Settings.
3. Select Sound.
4. Select the sound setting to adjust.
5. Adjust the setting to the desired level. Press the
interface dial.
6. Press BACK to exit the menu.
Steering Wheel Controls
Operate certain functions of the audio system using the steering wheel controls.
Left selector wheel: Roll up or down to adjust volume.
Press to mute. Move (or hold) left or right to change
stations or tracks.
SoUr Ce button: Cycle through available audio modes.
SOURCE buttonLeft selector wheel
Fm/Am/xm® radio
Move right or left for the next or previous station. Move and hold right or left for the next
or previous strong station.
CD/HDD*/iPod*/USB/Bluetooth® Audio
Move right for the next or previous track. Move and hold right or left for the next or
previous folder (CD/USB).
Pandora®
Move right for the next song. Move and hold right or left for the next or previous station.
on-Demand multi-Use Display (oDmD) and Controls
Operate the audio system using either the touchscreen or buttons.
The functions shown here can be used with most audio sources. Refer to subsequent
audio pages for more specific functions. Options that appear depend on the selected
audio source.
Power button Shortcuts (Audio
tab): Store up to
six AM, FM, or XM
stations or HDD
tracks.
more: Change
screen and sound
settings, or display
menu options for
the selected audio
source.
Sound: Adjust
sound settings
v olume knob
Audio Source:
Change the
audio source.
Select Edit
Order to arrange
audio icons to
your preference.
BACK button:
Return to the
previous display. AUDIo button(s):
Display the audio
screen.
meNU button:
Display menu
items for the
selected audio
source.
Interface dial
(from the Audio
screen): Move up, down, left,
and right. Rotate and press
ENTER to make selections in the
upper display.
button: Adjust
the upper screen
brightness.
SeTTINGS button:
Choose Audio
Settings.
Screen shown for model with navigation.
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iPod® or USB Flash Drive
Connect your device to the USB port (see page 51).
iPod displayAlbum/Folder bar:
Change the album or
folder.
r
epeat: Repeat the
current track or file.
Skip/seek bar:
Change the track.
random: Play tracks
or albums in random
order. Audio Source:
Select
the iPod or USB icon.
Play/pause
Interface dial (from the Audio screen):
Rotate to view tracks, and press to
select a track in the upper display.
Searching for music
Use the interface dial to search for tracks stored on the iPod or USB drive using several
methods.
1. From the audio screen, press MENU.
2. Select Music Search.
3. Select a search type (artist, album, track, etc.) or folder.
4. Select the song you want to play.
On vehicles with navigation, you can also search for and play iPod music using Song By
Voice
™ (see page 146).
iPod is a trademark of Apple, Inc.
meNU button:
Display menu items
in the upper display,
including Music
Search.
Bluetooth® Audio
Play streaming or stored audio from your compatible phone when it is paired to Bluetooth®
HandsFreeLink® (see page 68). Visit www.acura.com/handsfreelink (U.S.) or www.
handsfreelink.ca (Canada) to check phone compatibility. Standard data rates may apply.
Bluetooth® Audio display Play/r
esume
Interface dial (from
the Audio screen):
Rotate and press to
select an item in the
upper display. Audio Source:
Select
the Bluetooth icon.
Pause
Notes:
• Make sure the volume on your phone is properly adjusted.
• You may need to enable additional settings on your phone for playback.
• The resume/pause function and remote audio controls are not supported on all phones.
State or local laws may prohibit the operation of handheld electronic devices while operating a vehicle.
Only launch streaming audio on your phone when safe to do so.
Folder bar: Search
for a folder.
Skip/seek bar:
Change the track.
Screen shown for model with navigation.Screen shown for model with navigation.
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Pandora®
Play and operate Pandora from your phone through the vehicle’s audio system. Visit
www.acura.com/handsfreelink to check phone compatibility. Standard data rates apply.
Available in the U.S. only.
Connect your phone when the vehicle is stopped.
For iPhone:
• Connect via Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink® (see page 68) or USB (see page 51).
• A pop-up may appear on your phone requesting you to allow access for Pandora to be
launched.
• If you cannot operate Pandora through the audio system, it may be streaming through
Bluetooth® Audio. Make sure Pandora mode on the audio system is selected.
• If Pandora still does not operate, try rebooting the phone and reconnecting the cable if
necessary.
For Android and BlackBerry:
• Connect via Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink® (see page 68).
Audio Source: Select
the Pandora icon.
Pandora displayStation bar:
Change the station.
Like/Dislike a song
Skip forward
Interface dial (from
the Audio screen):
Rotate and press to
select an item in the
upper display.
Play/Pause
State or local laws may prohibit the operation of handheld electronic devices while operating a vehicle.
Only launch streaming audio on your phone when safe to do so.
State
or local laws may prohibit the operation of handheld electronic devices while operating a vehicle.
Only launch streaming audio on your phone when safe to do so.
Aha display
AcuraLink featuring Aha™
Access music and information programming, location-based services, and social
media through your vehicle’s audio system. Visit www.acura.com/handsfreelink
(U.S.) or www.handsfreelink.ca (Canada) to check phone compatibility. Standard
data rates apply.
Visit owners.acura.com (U.S.) or myacura.ca (Canada) and download the AcuraLink
app to your phone prior to using this feature. Make sure you have an active Aha
account. Connect your phone when the vehicle is stopped.
For iPhone:
• Connect via Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink® (see page 68) or USB (see page 51).
• A pop-up may appear on your phone requesting you to allow access for Aha to be
launched.
• If you cannot operate Aha through the audio system, it may be streaming through
Bluetooth® Audio. Make sure Aha mode on your audio system is selected.
• If Aha still does not operate, try rebooting the phone and reconnecting the cable if
necessary.
For Android and BlackBerry:
• Connect via Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink® (see page 68).
Audio source: Select
the aha icon. Station bar
Play/pause Like/dislike
Stations: View and
select 16 previously
favorited stations.
Interface dial (from the
Audio screen): Rotate
to select an item, and
press ENTER to select it
in the upper display. meNU button:
View
the complete station
list.
Screen shown for model with navigation.
Screen shown for model with navigation.
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1. Make sure REAR POWER is turned on in the front audio controls.
2. From the rear control panel, press the desired audio source button (or the SOURCE
button for Ultrawide RES).
3. Press the arrow/ENTER buttons to highlight options on the screen and select them.
Use the other rear control panel buttons to operate the system.
remote Control and rear operation
You can operate the system using the rear control panel.
D vD/AUx button:
Play a DVD, USB, iPod,
or auxiliary source.
TUNe/SKIP button:
Change DVD
chapters, audio
stations, or tracks. TITLe/SCroLL
button: Display
DVD status or
CD titles.
Play/Pause
button
(CD/DVD)
Power button: Turn
the system on or off.
CH/FoLDer button:
Change channels,
stations, or folders.
Light button:
Illuminate the
remote buttons. CANCeL button:
Go back to the
previous display.
CD/HDD button:
Play a CD or HDD.
xm button:
Play XM Radio.Fm/Am button:
Play FM or AM radio.
meNU button:
Display menu options.
SeTUP button:
Display setup options. Arrow/eNTer button:
Highlight and select
items.
Ultrawide Dual Screen operation*
Play two different sources side by side on the ultrawide screen. One side of the screen can
play a source from the front audio system (FM, DVD, etc.). The other side of the screen
can play a connected device, such as a video game system.
SoUr Ce button:
Display audio sources.
SINGLe button:
Display one source on
the entire screen. SWAP button: Switch the
sources to opposite sides of
the screen.
DUAL button: Display
two sources side by
side on the screen.
1. Connect a second source through the rear auxiliary jacks or HDMI input (see page
63).
2. From the rear control panel, press DUAL.
3. Select which side the second source plays on.
4. Press SOURCE to select AUX-VIDEO or AUX-HDMI.
*if equipped
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CLIeNT INFormATIoN
SPeCIFICATIoNS
v ehicle Specifications
engine and Fuel
Fluids
*1 :2 WD model s
*2 :A WD model s
ModelAcura MDX
No. of Passengers:
t
n
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r
F
l
a
t
o
TWeights:Gross Vehicle
Weight Ratin gU.S.:5,368 lbs (2,435 kg)*15,677 lbs (2,575 kg)*2Canada:2,575 kgGross Axle Weight
Rating (Front )U.S.:2,811 lbs (1,275 kg )*12,910 lbs (1,320 kg)*2Canada:1,320 kgGross Axle Weight
Rating (R ear)U.S.:2,734 lbs (1,240 kg )*12,965 lbs (1,345 kg)*2Canada:1,345 kgGross Combined Weight Rating*19,833 lbs (4,460 kg )*2Canada:4,460 kgAir Conditioning :Refrigerant TypeHFC-134a (R-134a )Charge Quantity23.8 – 25.6 oz (675 – 725 g)Lubricant TypeRL897PAG
Engine Specifcatio\hn s
FuelDisplacement211.8 cu-in (3,471 cm3)
Spark Plug sN GKDILZKR7B11 G
TypeUnleaded premium gasoline, Pump octane number of 91 or higher
Fuel Tank Capacity 19.5 US gal (74 )
Light \fulbsHeadl ights (High/Low Beam )LED
Front Turn Signal/Side Marker /
Parking Lights 28
/8W (A mber)
Daytime Running Light sLED
Si de Turn Si gnal Lights (on Door
Mirrors ) LED
Brake Lights21
W
Taillight sLED
Rear Turn Signal Li ghts21W
Rear License Plate Ligh tLED
Interior LightsFront, Second Row and Third
Ro w LightsLED
Front and Rear Ambient LightsLEDVa nity Mirror Lights 1.4WDoor Courtesy Lights3.4WConsole Compartment Ligh t1.4WGlove Box Ligh t1.4WFoot Lights5WCargo Area Lights5WAutomatic Transmis\Dsion Fluid
Rear Di\ferential Fl\Duid*
Transfer Assembl\b Fl\Duid*
Specife dAcura ATF DW-1(au\fo\(ma\fic \fran\bmi\b\bion fuid\( )Capaci\fy Change 3.3 US q \f (3.1 )
Specife dAcura All Wheel Dr\(ive Fluid (DPSF )
Ca paci\fy Change2.7 US q\f (2.5 )
Specife dAcura HGO-Type1 \fo \(be appli ed.
Ca paci\fy Change0.45 US q\f (0.43 )
Engine Oil
Engine Coolant
Recommended·Genuine Acura Mo\for\( Oil 0W-20·API Premium-grade \(0W-20 de\fe rgen\f oil
Capaci\fy Change
5.4 US q\f (5.1 )
Change
including
fl\fer 5.7 US q\f (5.4 )
SpecifedAcura Long L
ife An\fifreeze/Cool\(an\f Type 2Ra\fio50/50 wi\fh di\b\filled\( wa\fer
Capaci\fy1.93 US g al (7.3 )(change including \fhe\( remaining 0.19 US ga\(l (0.72 ) in \fhe re\ber\(ve \fank)
Tire
*1:B ASE model\b
*2 :E xcep\f BASE model \b
Regula r Size
245/60R18 105H
*1245/55R19 103H*2Pre\b\bure
p\b i (kPa [kgf/c m2])35 (24
0 [2.4])
Compac\f
Spar e
*Size T165/80D17 104M
Pre\b\bure
p\b i (kPa [kgf/cm
2]) 60 (42
0 [4.2])
Wheel Size Regular
18 x 8J*119 x 8J*2Compac\f Spare*17 x 4T
* Not applicable to all models
Washer Fluid
Tank Capaci\fyU.S.: 4 US q\f (3.8 )
Ca nada: 6.3 US q\f (6.0 \( )
Brake FluidSpecifedAcura Heavy Du\fy Br\(ake Fluid DOT 3
SPeCIFICATIoNS
*1:2 WD model s
*2 :A WD model s
ModelAcura MDX
No. of Passengers:
t
n
o
r
F
l
a
t
o
TWeights:Gross Vehicle
Weight Ratin gU.S.:5,368 lbs (2,435 kg)*15,677 lbs (2,575 kg)*2Canada:2,575 kgGross Axle Weight
Rating (Front )U.S.:2,811 lbs (1,275 kg )*12,910 lbs (1,320 kg)*2Canada:1,320 kgGross Axle Weight
Rating (R ear)U.S.:2,734 lbs (1,240 kg )*12,965 lbs (1,345 kg)*2Canada:1,345 kgGross Combined Weight Rating*19,833 lbs (4,460 kg )*2Canada:4,460 kgAir Conditioning :Refrigerant TypeHFC-134a (R-134a )Charge Quantity23.8 – 25.6 oz (675 – 725 g)Lubricant TypeRL897PAG
Engine Specifcatio\hn s
FuelDisplacement211.8 cu-in (3,471 cm3)
Spark Plug sN GKDILZKR7B11 G
TypeUnleaded premium gasoline, Pump octane number of 91 or higher
Fuel Tank Capacity 19.5 US gal (74 )
Light \fulbsHeadl ights (High/Low Beam )LED
Front Turn Signal/Side Marker /
Parking Lights 28
/8W (A mber)
Daytime Running Light sLED
Si de Turn Si gnal Lights (on Door
Mirrors ) LED
Brake Lights21
W
Taillight sLED
Rear Turn Signal Li ghts21W
Rear License Plate Ligh tLED
Interior LightsFront, Second Row and Third
Ro w LightsLEDFront and Rear Ambient LightsLEDVa nity Mirror Lights 1.4WDoor Courtesy Lights3.4WConsole Compartment Ligh t1.4WGlove Box Ligh t1.4WFoot Lights5WCargo Area Lights5W
TiresAutomatic Transmis\Dsion Flui d
Rear Di\ferential Fl\Dui d
*
Transfer Assembl\b Fl\Duid*
SpecifedAcura ATF DW-1(au\fo\(ma\fic \fran\bmi\b\bion fuid\( )Capaci\fy Change 3.3 US q \f (3.1 )
Specife d Acura All Wheel Dr\(ive Fluid (DPSF )
Ca paci\fy Change2.7 US q\f (2.5 )
Specife d Acura HGO-Type1 \fo \(be appli ed.
Ca paci\fy Change0.45 US q\f (0.43 )
Engine Oi l
Engine Coolan t
Recommended ·Genuine Acura Mo\for\( Oil 0W-20·API Premium-grade \(0W-20 de\fe
rgen\f oil
Capaci\fy Change
5.4 US q\f (5.1 )
Change
including
fl\fer 5.7 US q\f (5.4 )
Specifed
Acura Long L ife An\fifreeze/Cool\(an\f Type 2Ra\fio50/50 wi\fh di\b\filled\( wa\fer
Capaci\fy 1.93
US g al (7.3 )
(change including \fhe\( remaining 0.19 US ga\(l (0.72 ) in \fhe re\ber\(ve \fank)
Tire
*1:B ASE model\b
*2 :E xcep\f BASE model \b
Regula rSize245/60R18 105H*1245/55R19 103H*2Pre\b\bure
p\b i (kPa [kgf/c m2])35 (240 [2.4])
Compac\f
Spar e
*Size T165/80D17 104M
Pre\b\bure
p\b i (kPa [kgf/cm
2]) 60 (42
0 [4.2])
Wheel SizeRegular18 x 8J*119 x 8J*2Compac\f Spare*17 x 4T
* Not applicable to all models
Washer Fluid
Tank Capaci\fy U.S.: 4 US q\f (3.8 )
Ca nada: 6.3 US q\f (6.0 \( )
Brake FluidSpecifed Acura Heavy Du\fy Br\(ake Fluid DOT 3
Light Bulbs
*1:2 WD model s
*2 :A WD model s
ModelAcura MDX
No. of Passengers:
t
n
o
r
F
l
a
t
o
TWeights:Gross Vehicle
Weight Ratin gU.S.:5,368 lbs (2,435 kg)*15,677 lbs (2,575 kg)*2Canada:2,575 kgGross Axle Weight
Rating (Front )U.S.:2,811 lbs (1,275 kg )*12,910 lbs (1,320 kg)*2Canada:1,320 kgGross Axle Weight
Rating (R ear)U.S.:2,734 lbs (1,240 kg )*12,965 lbs (1,345 kg)*2Canada:1,345 kgGross Combined Weight Rating*19,833 lbs (4,460 kg )*2Canada:4,460 kgAir Conditioning :Refrigerant TypeHFC-134a (R-134a )Charge Quantity23.8 – 25.6 oz (675 – 725 g)Lubricant TypeRL897PAG
Engine Specifcatio\hn s
FuelDisplacement211.8 cu-in (3,471 cm3)
Spark Plug sN GKDILZKR7B11 G
TypeUnleaded premium gasoline, Pump octane number of 91 or higher
Fuel Tank Capacity 19.5 US gal (74 )
Light \fulbsHeadl ights (High/Low Beam )LED
Front Turn Signal/Side Marker /
Parking Lights 28
/8W (A mber)
Daytime Running Light sLED
Si de Turn Si gnal Lights (on Door
Mirrors ) LED
Brake Lights21
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Taillight sLED
Rear Turn Signal Li ghts21W
Rear License Plate Ligh tLED
Interior LightsFront, Second Row and Third
Ro w LightsLED
Front and Rear Ambient LightsLEDVa nity Mirror Lights 1.4WDoor Courtesy Lights3.4WConsole Compartment Ligh t1.4WGlove Box Ligh t1.4WFoot Lights5WCargo Area Lights5W
Learn about information specific to you as an Acura client and how to get help.
Frequently Asked Questions/Troubleshooting
Below are some frequently asked questions and troubleshooting items that you may have
about the vehicle.
Q: How do I set the vehicle clock?
A: For vehicles without navigation, see page 50. For vehicles with navigation, the
time is automatically set using GPS signals.
Q: Why doesn’t the vehicle start when I press the ENGINE START/STOP button?
A: The brake pedal must be pressed to start the engine.
Q: What is the AUTO setting on my headlight lever?
A: When in the AUTO position, the vehicle’s exterior lights will automatically turn
on or off depending on the ambient lighting.
Q: Why won’t the driver’s door unlock when I grab the door handle, even though the
keyless access remote is within range?
A: If you pull the handle too quickly, the system may not have time to confirm the
door is unlocked. Wait to hear a beep to confirm the door is unlocked. If you are
wearing gloves, the system may be slow to respond.
Q: After my battery was disconnected or went dead, the audio system is asking for a
code. Where do I find this?
A: In most cases, you do not need to enter a code. Turn on the vehicle and the audio
system, and press and hold the power button until the system reactivates.
Q: Why can’t I operate Pandora through the audio system?
A: Audio may be streaming through Bluetooth® Audio. Make sure Pandora mode
is selected and the phone cable is properly connected to the USB adapter. Some
phones may prompt you to “Allow” a connection.
Q: Is my phone compatible with Bluetooth features?
A: Visit www.acura.com/handsfreelink (U.S) or www.handsfreelink.ca (Canada) to
check phone compatibility for Bluetooth® Audio, Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink®,
and SMS text messaging.
Q: Every time I press the Talk button, the system gives me voice prompts. Can I turn
these off?*
A: Press SETTINGS. Use the interface dial to select System Settings then Voice Rec.
For the Voice Prompt option, select Off.
CLIeNT INFormATIoN
*if equipped
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voICe CommAND INDex
voICe CommAND INDex
– Ferry terminal
– Named place
– Park & ride
– Parking garage
– Parking lot
– Rental car agency
– Rest area
– Ski area
– Tourist information
– Train station
– Travel agency
– Truck stop
* These commands toggle the function on and off, so the
command may not match your intended action.
Audio Commands
The system accepts these commands on most screens. Audio volume levels cannot be
controlled using voice commands.
Fm/Am radio Commands
• Audio on*
• Audio off*
• Radio on*
• Radio off*
• Radio select FM
• Radio select AM
• Radio tune to # FM (#: frequency,
e.g., 95.5)
• Radio tune to # AM (#: frequency,
e.g., 1020)
• Radio seek up
• Radio seek down
• Radio next station
• Radio preset # (#: 1 to 12)
• Radio FM preset # (#: 1 to 12)
• Radio AM preset # (#: 1 to 6)
• Radio auto select*
• Radio scan*
Siriusxm® radio Commands
• Radio select XM
• XM channel # (#: 0 to 255)
• XM channel up
• XM channel down
• XM category up
• XM category down
• XM preset # (#: 1 to 12)
• XM scan*
• XM category mode
• XM channel mode Disc Commands
• Disc play
• Disc play track # (#: 1 to 30)
• Disc skip forward
• Disc skip back
• Disc track random*
• Disc track repeat*
• Disc track scan*
• Disc folder up
• Disc folder down
• Disc folder random*
• Disc folder repeat*
• Disc folder scan*
• Disc normal play
Bluetooth® Audio Commands
• Bluetooth audio play
• Bluetooth audio skip forward
• Bluetooth audio skip back
• Bluetooth audio pause
• Bluetooth audio resume
• Bluetooth audio group up
• Bluetooth audio group down
• Bluetooth audio track random
• Bluetooth audio track repeat
Commands may not work on some
phones or devices.
* These commands toggle the function on and off, so the command may not match your intended action.
Audio Commands (continued)
HDD Commands
• HDD play
• HDD play track # (#: 1-30)
• HDD skip forward
• HDD skip back
• HDD album up*
• HDD album down*
• HDD track up
• HDD track down
• HDD playlist up*
• HDD playlist down*
• HDD track repeat*
• HDD track scan*
• HDD track random*
• HDD normal play
• What/Who am I listening to?
• Who is this?
• What’s playing?
• Who’s playing?
• What album is this?
USB Commands
• USB play
• USB play track # (#: 1 to 30)
• USB skip forward
• USB skip back
• USB track random*
• USB track repeat*
• USB track scan*
• USB folder up
• USB folder down
• USB folder random*
• USB folder repeat*
• USB folder scan*
• USB normal play iPod® Commands
• iPod play
• iPod play track # (#: 1-30)
• iPod skip forward
• iPod skip back
• iPod track shuffle*
• iPod album shuffle*
• iPod track repeat*
• iPod normal play
• What/Who am I listening to?
• Who is this?
• What’s playing?
• Who’s playing?
• What album is this?
Pandora® Commands
• Pandora play
• Pandora skip forward
• Pandora station up
• Pandora station down
• Pandora pause
• Pandora resume
• Pandora thumbs up
• Pandora thumbs down
Aha™ radio Commands
• Aha radio play
• Aha radio skip forward
• Aha radio skip back
• Aha radio station up
• Aha radio station down
• Aha radio pause
• Aha radio resume
• Aha radio like
• Aha radio dislike
AUx Commands
• Auxiliary play
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INDex
INDex
INDex
ABS ..................................................... 24, 95
ACC ..................................................... 24, 97
Accessory Power Socket ................................ 51
AcuraLink® ....................................................... 73
AcuraLink Messages ................................... 73
Emergency Assistance ................................ 74
Operator Assistance ................................... 75
Subscription Features .................................74
AcuraLink featuring Aha ................................ 61
AcuraLink Messages ....................................... 73
AcuraLink Real-Time Traffic ......................... 82
Adaptive Cruise Control with Low Speed Follow ............................. 24, 97
Address ............................................................ 79
Advanced Airbags ............................................. 9
Aha Radio ......................................................... 61
Airbags .............................................................. 9
Advanced Airbags ......................................... 9
Airbag Care ................................................... 14
Airbag System Components ..................... 13
Airbag System Indicators ........................... 11
Driver’s Knee Airbag ..................................... 9
Front Airbags (SRS) ....................................... 9
Side Airbags .................................................. 10
Side Curtain Airbags ................................... 10
Anti-lock Brake System .......................... 24, 95
AUDIO button ................................................. 53
Audio Commands ........................................ 144
Audio Operation ............................................. 51
Accessory Power Socket ............................ 51
AcuraLink featuring Aha ............................ 61
AUDIO button ............................................. 53
Auxiliary Input Jack ..................................... 51
Bluetooth® Audio ........................................59
Compact Disc .............................................. 56
FM/AM Radio .............................................. 54
Hard Disc Drive (HDD) Audio ................... 57
HDMI ........................................................... 63
Interface dial ................................................ 53
iPod® ........................................................... 58
MENU button .............................................. 53
On-Demand Multi-Use Display (ODMD) .... 53
Pandora® ..................................................... 60
Rear Entertainment System ...................... 62
SiriusXM® Radio.......................................... 55
Sound ............................................................ 52
SOURCE button .......................................... 52
Steering Wheel Controls ........................... 52
USB Flash Drive .......................................... 58
USB Port ....................................................... 51
Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror .........41
Automatic Rain-Sensing Wipers ................. 36
Auxiliary Input Jack ......................................... 51Battery
.......................................................... 128
Blind Spot Information ......................... 24, 102
Bluetooth® Audio ...........................................59
Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink® ........................ 66
Call History .................................................. 71
E-Mail ............................................................ 72
Hang-Up/Back button .............................. 66
Interface dial ............................................... 66
Making a Call .............................................. 69
MENU button ............................................. 66
Pairing a Phone ........................................... 68
Phonebook ................................................... 70
PHONE button ........................................... 66
Pick-Up button ........................................... 66
Selector wheel ............................................ 66
SETTINGS button ...................................... 66
Speed Dial .............................................. 70, 71
Talk button .................................................. 66
Text Messaging ............................................ 72
Voice Command Tips .................................. 67
Brake Assist System ........................................95
Brake system ............................................ 23, 24
Braking ............................................................95
Anti-Lock Brake System .............................95
Brake Assist System ....................................95
Foot Brake ....................................................95
Parking Brake ...............................................95
Brightness Control ......................................... 34
BSI ................................................... 24, 102
Call History ..................................................... 71
Carbon Monoxide Gas ..................................... 4
Cargo area lights ............................................. 35
Change a Setting ............................................ 50
Changing a Flat Tire ...................................... 112
Changing Fuses ............................................. 120
Charging System ............................................. 23
Child Safety ..................................................... 15
Childproof Door Locks ............................... 31
Child Seat ..................................................... 17
Protecting Child Passengers ..................... 15
Protecting Infants ....................................... 16
Protecting Larger Children ....................... 20
Protecting Smaller Children ...................... 17
Child Seat ......................................................... 17
Adding Security with a Tether ................. 20
LATCH-Compatible Child Seat ................. 18
Selecting a Child Seat ................................ 17
Client Information ........................................ 139
Climate Control Commands ....................... 147
Climate Control System ............................... 46
Heated Steering Wheel ............................. 48
Heated Windshield Button ...................... 48
Rear Climate Control ..................................47 Seat Heaters and Ventilation ..................
49
Clock ........................................................... 50
CMBS ................................................... 24, 103
Collision Mitigation Braking System .... 24, 103
Compact Disc .................................................. 56
Contact Us .................................................... 140
Cruise Control ................................................ 96
Customized Features .....................................50
Dashboard and Ceiling Controls .................... 2
Destination ...................................................... 79
Detour ........................................................... 82
Doors ............................................................ 29
Childproof Door Locks ............................... 31
Front Door Inner Handle ........................... 31
Lock Tab ........................................................ 31
Master Door Lock Switch .......................... 31
DOT Tire Quality Grading .......................... 134
Driver’s Knee Airbag ......................................... 9
Driving ........................................................... 83
Adaptive Cruise Control ............................ 97
Blind Spot Information ............................ 102
Braking ..........................................................95
Collision Mitigation Braking System .... 103
Cruise Control ............................................ 96
ENGINE START/STOP button .................. 92
Forward Collision Warning ....................... 99
Integrated Dynamics System
.................. 94
Lane Departure Warning ........................ 100
Lane Keeping Assist System ................... 101
Maximum Load Limit ................................ 85
Multi-View Rear Camera ........................ 105
Paddle Shifters ........................................... 93
Parking Sensor System ............................ 104
Refueling .................................................... 107
Sequential Shift Mode .............................. 93
Shifting ........................................................ 92
Starting the Engine .................................... 92
Surround View Camera ........................... 106
Towing a Trailer .......................................... 87
Driving Position Memory System ............... 42
DVD ............................................................ 62
Electric Power Steering .................................. 24
Electronic Stability Control .......................... 94
E-Mail ............................................................ 72
Emergency Engine Stop ................................ 111
Emergency Towing ........................................ 120
Engine and Fuel Specifications .................. 138
Engine Compartment Cover ....................... 124
Engine Coolant .............................................. 127
Engine Oil ....................................................... 125
ENGINE START/STOP button ....................... 92
Entering a Destination ................................... 79
EPS ............................................................ 24
ESC ........................................................... 94
Exterior Lights ................................................ 34
Fastening a Seat Belt ........................................ 7FCW
..................................................... 24, 99
Find Nearest Place ......................................... 80
Flat Tire .......................................................... 112
Floor Mats ....................................................... 40
Fluids ......................................................... 138
FM/AM Radio .................................................. 54
Foot Brake ........................................................95
Forward Collision Warning ..................... 24, 99
Frequently Asked Questions ....................... 139
Front Airbags (SRS) ........................................... 9
Front Door Inner Handle ............................... 31
Front Lights ...................................................... 35
Front Wipers ................................................... 36
Fuel Information ........................................... 107
Fuse Locations ............................................... 117
Fuses .......................................................... 120
Garage Opener ............................................... 45
Hang-Up/Back button .................................. 66
Hard Disc Drive (HDD) Audio ....................... 57
HDD ............................................................ 57
HDMI ........................................................... 63
Headlight Washers ........................................ 34
Headlight-Wiper Integration ....................... 36
Headphones .................................................... 63
Head Restraints .............................................. 39
Heated Steering Wheel ................................ 48
Heated Windshield Button .......................... 48
Home Address ................................................. 79
HomeLink® ..................................................... 45
Hood .......................................................... 124
IDS ........................................................... 94
Immobilizer ...................................................... 25
Indicators ......................................................... 23
INFO button .................................................... 77
Instrument Panel ............................................ 23
Brightness Control ..................................... 34
Condition Indicators ................................... 25
Malfunction Indicators .............................. 23
Multi-Information Display ........................ 27
On/Off Indicators ....................................... 26
Integrated Dynamics System ...................... 94
Interface Dial ..................................... 53, 66, 77
Interface Dial Feedback ................................. 78
Interior Lights .................................................. 35
Intermittent Wipers ...................................... 36
iPod® ........................................................... 58
Jump Starting ............................................... 108
Keyless Access System ............................ 24, 29
Lane Departure Warning ...................... 24, 100
Lane Keeping Assist System ................. 24, 101
Lap/Shoulder Seat Belts ................................. 5
LATCH-Compatible Child Seat ..................... 18
LDW ................................................... 24, 100
Light Bulbs ..................................................... 138
Lights ........................................................... 34
Cargo Area Lights ........................................ 35