winter tires Acura MDX 2015 Owner's Manual

19Quick Reference Guide
Maintenance
(P391 )
Under the Hood
(P399)
● Check engine oil, engine coolant, and windshield washer
fluid. Add when necessary.
● Check brake fluid.
● Check the battery condition monthly.
a
Pull the hood release handle under the corner of the
dashboard.
b
Locate the hood latch lever, pull the lever up, and lift up
the hood.
c
When finished, close the hood and make sure it is firmly
locked in place.
Lights
(P411)
● Inspect all lights regularly.
Wiper Blades
(P417)
● Replace blades if they leave streaks
across the windshield.
Tires
(P421)
● Inspect tires and wheels regularly.
● Check tire pressures regularly.
● Install snow tires for winter
driving.

391
Maintenance
This chapter discusses basic maintenance.
Before Performing MaintenanceInspection and Maintenance ............ 392
Safety When Performing Maintenance ..393
Parts and Fluids Used in Maintenance Service ........................................... 394
Maintenance Minder
TM..................... 395
Maintenance Under the Hood Maintenance Items Under the Hood .. 399
Opening the Hood ........................... 400
Engine Compartment Cover ............. 401
Recommended Engine Oil ................ 402
Oil Check ......................................... 403
Adding Engine Oil ............................ 404 Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter... 405
Engine Coolant ................................ 407
Transmission Fluid ............................ 409
Brake Fluid ....................................... 410
Refilling Window Washer Fluid......... 410
Replacing Light Bulbs ....................... 411
Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades
... 417
Checking and Maintaining Tires
Checking Tires ................................. 421
Tire and Loading Information Label .. 422
Tire Labeling .................................... 422DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles).. 424Wear Indicators................................ 426 Tire Service Life ................................ 426
Tire and Wheel Replacement ........... 427
Tire Rotation .................................... 428
Winter Tires ..................................... 429
Battery ............................................... 430
Remote Transmitter Care
Replacing the Button Battery ........... 431
Remote Control and Wireless Headphone Care
*........................... 433
Climate Control System Maintenance
.. 435
Cleaning Interior Care .................................... 436
Exterior Care.................................... 438
* Not available on all models

429
uuChecking and Maintaining Tires uWinter Tires
Maintenance
Winter TiresIf driving on snowy or frozen roads, mount all season marked “M+S” tires, snow
tires, or tire chains; reduce speed; and maintain sufficient distance between vehicles
when driving.
Be particularly careful when operating the steering wheel or brakes to prevent
skidding.
Use tire chains, snow tires, or all season tires when necessary or according to the law.
When mounting, refer to the following points.
For winter tires:
• Select the size and load ranges that are the same as the original tires.
• Mount the tires to all four wheels.
For tire chains:
• Install them on the front tires only.
• Because your vehicle has limited tire clearance, we strongly recommend using the
chains listed below:
• Follow the chain manufacturer’s instruction when installing. Mount them as
tightly as you can.
• Check that the chains do not touch the brake lines or suspension.
• Drive slowly.
Cable-type: SCC Cable Chain ZT735
1Winter TiresNOTICETraction devices that are the wrong size or improperly
installed can damage your vehicle’s brake lines,
suspension, body, and wheels. Stop driving if they are
hitting any part of the vehicle.
When tire chains are mounted, follow the chain
manufacturer’s instructions regarding vehicle
operational limits.
If your vehicle is equipped with summer tires, be
aware that these tires are not designed for winter
driving conditions. For more information, contact a
dealer.
3
WARNING
Using the wrong chains, or not properly
installing chains, can damage the brake
lines and cause a crash in which you can be
seriously injured or killed.
Follow all instruc tions in this owner’s
manual regarding the selection and use of
tire chains.

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

503Index
VVanity Mirrors.............................................. 7
Vehicle Identification Number ................ 486
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA ®) ................. 362
Off Button .............................................. 363
Off Indicator ............................................. 75
System Indicator ............................... 75, 362
Viscosity (Oil) .................................... 402, 485
VSA ® (Vehicle Stability Assist) ................. 362WWarning and Information Messages ........ 84
Warning Indicator On/Blinking ............... 470
Warning Labels .......................................... 67
Warranties (Warranty Manual provided
separately) .............................................. 491
Watts ........................................................ 484
Wear Indicators (Tire) .............................. 426
Wheel Nut Wrench (Jack Handle) ........... 447
Window Washers ..................................... 149
Adding/Refilling Fluid .............................. 410
Switch .................................................... 149
Windows (Opening and Closing) ............ 138
Windshield ............................................... 149
Cleaning ................................................. 439
Defrosting/Defogging ............................. 192
Washer Fluid ........................................... 410
Wiper Blades........................................... 417
Wipers and Washers ............................... 149 Winter Tires
.............................................. 429
Snow Tires ............................................... 429
Tire Chains .............................................. 429
Wipers and Washers ................................. 149
Automatic Intermittent Wipers................. 150
Checking and Replacing Wiper Blades ..... 417
Front ....................................................... 149
Rear ........................................................ 151
WMA ................................................. 225, 235
Worn Tires ................................................. 421