heater Acura MDX 2015 Owner's Manual

uuInterior Lights/Interior Convenience Items uInterior Convenience Items
182Controls
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.
■
Front Seat Heaters and Seat Ventilation
*
1 Front 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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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)
■
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.
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.
* Not available on all models

324Driving
When DrivingStarting the Engine
1.Make sure the parking brake is applied.
2. Check that the shift lever is in
(P
, then
depress the brake pedal.
u Although it is possible to start the vehicle
in
(N
, it is safer to start it in
(P
.
3. Press the ENGINE START/STOP button
without depressing the accelerator pedal.
The engine will crank until it starts.
1 Starting the Engine
Keep your foot firmly on the brake pedal when
starting the engine.
The engine is harder to start in cold weather and in
thinner air found at altitudes above 8,000 feet (2,400
meters).When starting the engine in cold weather, turn off all
electrical accessories such as the lights, climate control
system, and rear defogger in order to reduce battery drain.If you live in a region where winter is extremely cold,
an engine block heater will improve starting and
warming of the engine. If temperatures consistently
below -22°F (-30°C) are expected, the coolant
mixture should be changed to a higher concentration
to prevent freezing. Consult a dealer for details.
If the exhaust system sounds abnormal or you can
smell exhaust gas inside the vehicle, have your vehicle
checked by a dealer. There may be a problem with
the engine or exhaust system.
Bring the keyless access remote close to the ENGINE
START/STOP button if the battery in the keyless
access remote is weak. 2 If the Keyless Access Remote Battery is
Weak P. 463
The engine may not start if the keyless access remote
is subjected to strong radio waves.
Do not hold the ENGINE START/STOP button to
start the engine.
If the engine does not start, wait at least 10 seconds
before trying again.
Brake Pedal

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uuWhen Driving uStarting the Engine
Driving
■To stop the engine
Press and hold the button
for one second.
Go within the range,
and try again.
Amber LED: Blinks when any
button is pressed. Red LED:
●Comes on for one second to let you
know that the engine has stopped.●Blinks when the remote is out of
the keyless access system range.
The engine will not stop.
1
Remote Engine Start with Vehicle Feedback
*
•The engine oil pressure is low.•The engine coolant temperature is extremely high.•The telematics unit malfunctions.•The security system alarm is not set.
Before starting the engine, make sure to check the
door lock status using the remote. When you press
the button, wait for the green LED to blink. If
the red LED turns on, the doors and tailgate did not
lock, and the engine does not start.
While the engine is running, the vehicle will
automatically precondition inside the vehicle.
When it is warm outside:•The air conditioning is activated in recirculation
mode.•The seat ventilation is activated
*.
When it is cold outside:
•The defroster is activated at a moderately warm
temperature.•The rear defogger and door mirror heaters are
activated.•The seat and heated steering wheel are activated
*.
2 Heated Steering Wheel
* P. 181
2 Front Seat Heaters and Seat
Ventilation
* P. 182, 183
* Not available on all models

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uuFuses uFuse Locations
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Handling the Unexpected
Located on the lower side panel. Take off
the cover to open.
Fuse locations are shown on the cover.■
Passenger’s Side Interior Fuse
BoxCoverFuse Label
■Circuit protected and fuse rating
Circuit Protected
Amps
1
Right e-pretensioner
*
(30 A)
2
Rear Passenger’s Side
Power Window
20 A
3
ACM
20 A
4
Front DEF
*
(15 A)
5
AVS/Seat Heaters
20 A
6
Front Passenger’s Power Window
20 A
7
Passenger’s Power Seat Sliding
20 A
8
Passenger’s Power Seat
Reclining
20 A
9
Passenger’s Lumbar
*
(7.5 A)
10
−
−
11
HSW
*
(10 A)
12
−
−
13
−
−
14
Rear Accessory Power Socket
20 A
15
Front Accessory Power Socket
20 A
16
−
−
17
−
−
18
Premium AMP
30 A
19
SRS1
10 A
20
Passenger’s ECU
7.5 A
21
SVTM4
7.5 A
22
−
−
23
−
−
24
IG1 OPDS
7.5 A
25
Illumination
7.5 A
26
Left e-pretensioner
*
(30 A)
27
Center Accessory Power
Socket
20 A
28
AC Inverter
(30 A)
Circuit Protected
Amps
* Not available on all models

498Index
Fuel...................................................... 18, 387
Economy ................................................. 389
Gauge ....................................................... 97
Instant Fuel Economy ............................... 101
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 73
Range ...................................................... 101
Recommendation .................................... 387
Refueling ................................................. 387
Fuel Economy ............................................ 389
Fuel Fill Cap ......................................... 18, 388
Message .................................................. 471
Fuel Fill Door ....................................... 18, 388
Unable to Unlock ..................................... 481
Fuses .......................................................... 474
Inspecting and Changing ......................... 479
Locations ......................... 474, 476, 477, 478GGasoline (Fuel) Economy ................................................. 389
Gauge ....................................................... 97
Information ............................................. 387
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 73
Refueling ................................................. 387
Gauges ......................................................... 97
Gear Shift Lever Positions
Automatic Transmission ........................... 331
Glass (care) ................................................ 439
Glove Box .................................................. 174
HHandling the Unexpected ........................ 441
HandsFreeLink ® (HFL) ............................... 269
Auto Answer ........................................... 283
Automatic Import of Cellular Phonebook
and Call History ..................................... 285
Automatic Transferring............................ 283
Displaying Messages................................ 298
Editing User Name................................... 282
HFL Buttons............................................. 269
HFL Menus .............................................. 271
HFL Status Display ................................... 270
Limitations for Manual Operation ............ 270
Making a Call .......................................... 289
Options During a Call .............................. 295
Phone Setup............................................ 275
Receiving a Call ....................................... 294
Receiving a Text Message/e-mail.............. 296
Ring Tone................................................ 284
Selecting a Mail Account ......................... 297
Speed Dial ............................................... 286
To Create a Security PIN .......................... 281
To Set Up a Text/e-mail message Options ................................................. 280
Use Contact Photo .................................. 284
Hazard Warning Button .............................. 4
HDMI Jack ..................................................... 7
Head Restraints ........................ 164, 165, 166
Headlight Washers ................................... 152
Headlights ................................................. 145
Aiming .................................................... 411 Automatic Operation .............................. 146
Dimming......................................... 145, 148
Operating ............................................... 145
Heated Door Mirrors ............................... 154
Heated Steering Wheel ........................... 181
Heated Windshield Button ...................... 154
Heater (Steering Wheel) .......................... 181
Heaters (Seat) ................................... 182, 183
HFL (HandsFreeLink ®) .............................. 269
High Beam Indicator .................................. 76
Hill Start Assist System ............................. 328
HomeLink ® Universal Transceiver ........... 267
IIdentification Numbers ............................ 486
Engine and Transmission ......................... 486
Vehicle Identification............................... 486
IDS (Integrated Dynamics System) .......... 335
IDS Button ................................................ 335
Illumination Control ................................ 153
Button .................................................... 153
Immobilizer System .................................. 135
Indicator ................................................... 77
Indicators .................................................... 70
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed Follow (LSF) ................... 82, 339
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) .................... 74
Blind Spot Information (BSI) .............. 83, 366
Brake System ............................................ 70
Charging System............................... 71, 470

501Index
Rear Climate Control System................... 193
From the Front Panel............................... 193
From the Rear Panel ................................ 196
Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror Button ..................................................... 154
Rear Seats ................................................. 168
Second Row Seat ............................ 168, 169
Third Row Seat ....................................... 170
Rearview Mirror ....................................... 158
Refueling .................................................. 387
Fuel Gauge ............................................... 97
Gasoline ......................................... 387, 484
Low Fuel Indicator..................................... 73
Regulations .............................. 369, 424, 487
Remote Engine Start with Vehicle Feedback ................................................. 326
Checking Door Lock Status ..................... 122
Remote Transmitter ................................. 117
Replacement
Battery ............................ 431, 432, 433, 434
Bulbs ...................................................... 411
Front Wiper Blade Rubber ....................... 417
Fuses .............................. 474, 476, 477, 478
Rear Wiper Blade Rubber ........................ 419
Tires........................................................ 427
Reporting Safety Defects ......................... 488
Resetting a Trip Meter ............................. 100SSafe Driving................................................ 25 Safety Check
............................................... 30
Safety Labels ............................................... 67
Safety Message ............................................. 1
Seat Belts ..................................................... 31
Adjusting the Shoulder Anchor .................. 35
Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners .................. 33
Checking ................................................... 38
Detachable Anchor .................................... 36
e-pretensioners .......................................... 33
Fastening ................................................... 34
Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/Shoulder
Seat Belt .................................................. 61
Pregnant Women ...................................... 37
Reminder................................................... 32
Warning Indicator ................................ 32, 73
Seat Heaters ...................................... 182, 183
Seat Ventilation ........................................ 182
Seats .......................................................... 161
Adjusting ................................................. 161
Driver’s Seat Lumbar Support .................. 161
Front Seats .............................................. 161
Rear Seats ............................................... 168
Seat Heaters .................................... 182, 183
Seat Ventilation ....................................... 182
Second Row Seat ............................. 168, 169
Third Row Seat ........................................ 170
Second Row Outer Seats Heaters ............ 183
Second Row Seat (Folding Down) ........... 169
Security System ......................................... 135
Immobilizer System Indicator ..................... 77
Security System Alarm Indicator ................. 78 Select Lever
......................................... 17, 331
Operation.......................................... 17, 332
Releasing................................................. 467
Won’t Move ............................................ 467
Selecting a Child Seat ................................. 58
Sequential Shift Mode ............................. 333
Setting the Clock ...................................... 114
SH-AWD ® (Super Handling-All Wheel
Drive
TM) ................................................... 367
SH-AWD ® Torque Distribution Monitor .. 102
Shift Lever ........................................... 17, 331
Shift Lever Position Indicator ............ 72, 332
Shifting (Transmission) ............................. 331
Shoulder Anchor ........................................ 35
Side Airbags ................................................ 48
Side Curtain Airbags .................................. 50
SiriusXM ® Radio ........................................ 222
Snow Tires ................................................. 429
Spare Tire .......................................... 443, 485
Spark Plugs ............................................... 484
Specifications ............................................ 484
Specified Fuel ................................... 387, 484
Speedometer .............................................. 97
Speed-sensitive Electric Power Steering (EPS) System
Indicator............................................ 76, 472
SRS Airbags (Airbags) ................................. 42
Starting the Engine .................................. 324
Does Not Start......................................... 462
Jump Starting .......................................... 465
Remote Engine Start................................ 326

502Index
Steering Wheel......................................... 157
Adjusting ................................................. 157
Heater ..................................................... 181
Stopping .................................................... 381
Summer Tires ............................................ 429
Sunglasses Holder ..................................... 181
Super Handling-All Wheel Drive
TM
(SH-AWD® )............................................... 367
Indicator .................................................... 79
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) ........ 42
Switches (Around the Steering
Wheel) ............................................. 4, 5, 141
Synchronized Mode .................................. 189
System Message Indicator .......................... 78
TTachometer................................................. 97
Tailgate ..................................................... 128
Unable to Open ....................................... 482
Temperature
Gauge ....................................................... 97
Outside Temperature Display ................... 100
Temperature Gauge ................................... 97
Temperature Sensor ......................... 100, 197
Temporary Tire Repair Kit ........................ 451
Third Row Seat (Folding Down) ............... 170
Third Row Seat Access .............................. 168
Tie-down Anchors ..................................... 180
Time (Setting) ........................................... 114 Tire Pressure Monitoring System
(TPMS) ..................................................... 367
Indicator............................................ 76, 473
Tire Repair Kit ........................................... 450
Tires ........................................................... 421
Air Pressure ..................................... 422, 485
Checking and Maintaining ...................... 421
Inspection ............................................... 421
Labeling .................................................. 422
Puncture (Flat Tire) .......................... 443, 450
Regulations ............................................. 424
Rotation .................................................. 428
Spare Tire ........................................ 443, 485
Summer .................................................. 429
Temporary Tire Repair Kit ........................ 451
Tire Chains .............................................. 429
Tire Repair Kit.......................................... 450
Wear Indicators ....................................... 426
Winter..................................................... 429
Tools .......................................................... 442
Towing a Trailer ....................................... 311
Equipment and Accessories ..................... 315
Load Limits .............................................. 311
Towing Your Vehicle ................................ 321
Emergency .............................................. 480
TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitoring System) .................................................... 367
Indicator............................................ 76, 473
Trailer Stability Assist ............................... 319
Transmission ............................................. 331
Automatic ............................................... 331 Fluid ....................................................... 409
Number .................................................. 486
Sequential Shift Mode............................. 333
Shift Lever Position Indicator ............. 72, 332
TRIP Button ................................................ 99
Trip Meter ................................................ 100
Troubleshooting ...................................... 441
Blown Fuse ..................... 474, 476, 477, 478
Brake Pedal Vibrates ................................. 21
Buzzer Sounds When Opening Door ......... 22
Emergency Towing ................................. 480
Engine Won’t Start ................................. 462
Noise When Braking ................................. 23
Overheating ............................................ 468
Puncture/Flat Tire ............................ 443, 450
Rear Door Won’t Open ..................... 22, 126
Select Lever Won’t Move ........................ 467
Warning Indicators.................................... 70
Turn Signals .............................................. 144
Indicators (Instrument Panel) ..................... 76
Turn-by-Turn Directions .......................... 102
Two-way Keyless Access Remote ............ 115
UUnder-floor Storage Area....................... 176
Unlocking the Doors ................................ 117
Unlocking the Front Doors from the Inside ................................................. 12, 124
USB Flash Drives ....................................... 248
USB Port .................................................... 201