phone Acura MDX 2016 User Guide

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Making a Call
You can make calls using several methods.
Dialing a Number
Enter a 10-digit phone number to call.
Using voice commands
Press the Talk button before saying each command.
1. Say “Dial by number.”
2. Say the phone number. For example,
“3-1-0-5-5-5-1-2-3-4.” Say “Dial” if necessary.
3. The system begins to dial.
Using the menu
Use the interface dial to make and enter selections. This method is inoperable
when the vehicle is moving.
1. Press PHONE.
2. Press MENU.
3. Select Dial.
4. From the navigation screen or the ODMD, enter
the phone number. Select the green phone icon
to call.
Using the ODMD
Select items on the screen by touching them. This method is inoperable when the
vehicle is moving.
1. Select Shortcuts.
2. Select Phone.
3. Select Dial.
4. Enter the phone number and select the green
phone icon to call.
Using the Phonebook
When your phone is paired, its entire phonebook can be automatically imported
to the system. Phone Synchronization must be turned on during the pairing
process.
Using voice commands
Press the Talk button before saying each command.
1. Say “Call by name.”
2. Say the phonebook name and phone type. For
example, “John Smith mobile.”
Using the menu
Use the interface dial to make and enter selections.
1. Press PHONE.
2. Press MENU.
3. Select Phonebook.
4. Scroll through the list to fi nd the name and
number you want to call, and select it to call.
Storing Speed Dial Entries
Store up to 20 numbers for quick dialing. Use the interface dial to make and enter
selections.
1. Press PHONE.
2. Press MENU.
3. Select Speed Dial, then select New Entry.
4. Select an entry method.
5. If desired, you can create a voice tag for the
number. Follow the prompts.
When a voice tag is created, you can press the Talk
button and say “Call” and the stored voice tag to
quickly call the number.
When speed dial entries are stored, you can add them to the Shortcuts (Phone
tab) in the ODMD for quick access.

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Using Speed Dial and Call History
Make calls quickly using stored speed dial entries or call history numbers.
Using voice commands
Press the Talk button before saying each command.
1. Say “Call by name.”
2. Say the name of the stored voice tag.
3. The system begins to dial.
Using the MID
1. Press the Pick-Up button.
2. The speed dial list appears in the MID.
For Call History, move the left selector wheel to
the right.
3. Use the left selector wheel to scroll through the
list to fi nd the entry you want to call, and select it
to call.
Using the Phone screen
Use the interface dial to make and enter selections.
1. Press PHONE.
2. For Speed Dial, use the interface dial to scroll
through the list to fi nd the entry you want to call,
and select it to call.
For Call History, move the interface dial to the
right and scroll through the list.
Using the ODMD
Select items on the screen by touching them.
1. Select Shortcuts.
2. Select Phone.
3. Select Speed Dial or Call History.
4. Select the desired entry to call.
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Mr.BBB
SMS Text Messaging and E-Mail
Receive and send text messages and e-mails from your paired and linked phone.
Visit www.acura.com/handsfreelink (U.S.) or www.handsfreelink.ca (Canada) to
check phone compatibility. Standard message rates apply. This feature is limited
while the vehicle is moving.
Selecting an Account
If your phone has both text message and mail accounts, you can select only one
of them at a time to be active and receive notifi cations.
1. Press SETTINGS.
2. Select Phone Settings.
3. Select Select Account.
4. Select Text Messages or an e-mail account.
Receiving and Responding to Messages
When your receive a new message, a pop-up appears on the display. Use the
interface dial to view the message when the vehicle is stopped. You can also reply
to it using fi xed phrases or call the sender.
1. When the prompt appears, select Read.
2. The message is displayed, and the system reads
it aloud.
To reply: Select Reply, and choose one of the
six available responses. Select Send to send the
message. You cannot create a new text message.
To call the sender: Select Call.

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Siri™ Eyes Free
Activate Siri through your vehicle when an iPhone® is paired to the system. Visit
www.acura.com/handsfreelink (U.S.) or www.acura.ca/siri (Canada) to check phone
compatibility.
Back button: Exit Siri Eyes Free mode, or cancel a
command.
Talk button: Press and hold to activate Siri Eyes Free
mode. The Smartphone screen appears. Say your
command after you hear the Siri tone. If you only
press and release the Talk button, the standard voice
recognition system is activated.
Here are some examples of Siri commands:
“Call John Smith”
“Read my new text message”
“Find a nearby sushi restaurant”
Notes:
• Any requests that include visual feedback from Siri on your phone are not
displayed in the vehicle.
• Certain commands rely on the iPhone’s features and existing apps.
• To hear turn-by-turn directions or songs through the vehicle, set the audio source
to Bluetooth
® Audio.
Siri and iPhone are trademarks of Apple, Inc.
“Remind me to pick up dinner”
“Set up a meeting today at 3 p.m.”
“Play song XYZ”Learn about Acura’s advanced connectivity services.
AcuraLink Messages
Receive messages on vehicle features, safety and emissions recall campaigns,
maintenance reminders, and diagnostic information.
Some message features require a phone connection. Visit www.acura.com/
handsfreelink (U.S.) or www.handsfreelink.ca (Canada) to check phone
compatibility.
Viewing Messages
When you receive a new message, an envelope icon appears at the top of the
upper display. Use the interface dial to make and enter selections.
1. Press INFO.
2. Select AcuraLink Messages.
3. Select the message category (Feature Guide,
Quick Tips, Diagnostic Info, Maintenance
Minder, or Recalls/Campaigns).
4. Select the message you want to hear it read aloud.
Message Options
When you receive certain messages, you can call
your dealer if your phone is paired to the system,
fi nd the nearest dealer, or schedule service
appointments. A current AcuraLink subscription
is required to set up this feature and modify your
message preferences.
ACURALINK®*
*if equipped

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Subscription Features
In addition to standard service, receive benefi ts such as collision notifi cation,
emergency assistance, online security, enhanced navigation searches, and
important messages about your vehicle. Requires enrollment and privacy
agreement. To subscribe or get more information, visit owners.acura.com (U.S.) or
myacura.ca (Canada) or contact a dealer.
Emergency Assistance
If your vehicle’s airbags deploy or if the unit detects that the vehicle is severely
impacted, your vehicle automatically attempts to connect to the AcuraLink
operator if your phone is paired to the system and there is suffi cient cellular
coverage.
If you need to manually connect to the operator,
open the cover on the ceiling console and press
ASSIST when the vehicle is on.
Once connected, information about your vehicle,
its positioning, and its condition will be sent to the
operator; you can also speak to the operator when
connected.
Security Features
To use security features, you need your user ID and personal identifi cation
number (PIN). Some of these features are also available with the AcuraLink
smartphone app. Visit owners.acura.com/apps (U.S.) or myacura.ca (Canada) to
download.
Searches and tracks down your vehicle position.
Remotely lock or unlock doors.
nder: Locate your vehicle in large areas, such as a crowded parking lot.
cation: If your vehicle’s security system detects tampering,
the provider notifi es you.
Operator Assistance
Press LINK on the ceiling console to connect to an
operator when trying to fi nd a destination or for
roadside assistance.
ASSIST
button
LINK button
*if equipped
Learn how to enter a destination and operate the navigation system.
Basic Navigation Operation
A real-time navigation system uses GPS and a map database to show your current
location and help guide you to a desired destination. You can operate the system
using voice commands or the system controls.
To reduce the potential for driver distraction, certain manual functions may
be inoperable or grayed out while the vehicle is moving. Voice commands are
always available.
Steering Wheel Controls
Use the steering wheel controls to give voice
commands. For a full list of navigation voice
commands, see page 151.
Hang-Up/Back button: Press to cancel a command
or operation.
Talk button: Press to give voice commands.
Talk Button Tips
• When using the Talk button, wait for a beep before saying a command.
• To bypass the system prompts, simply press the Talk button again to say your
command.
• When the Talk button is pressed, all available voice commands are highlighted
in yellow.
• Speak in a clear, natural voice.
• Reduce all background noise.
• Adjust the dashboard vents away from the microphone in the ceiling.
• Close the windows and moonroof.
Using the navigation system while driving can take your attention away from
the road, causing a crash in which you could be seriously injured or killed.
Only operate system controls when the conditions permit you to safely do so.
NAVIGATION*
WARNING
Back
button
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Learn about information specifi c 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 51. 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 confi rm the
door is unlocked. Wait to hear a beep to confi rm 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 nd 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.
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*if equipped
Q: Why can’t I select an item using the interface dial?*
A: To prevent driver distraction, certain items are limited are inoperable while the
vehicle is moving. Use voice commands or pull over to select the items.
Q: Where can I nd the vehicle identi cation number (VIN)?
A: Check the label on the driver’s doorjamb.
*if equipped
Contact Us
Acura dealer personnel are trained professionals. They should be able to answer
all your questions. If you encounter a problem that your dealership does not solve
to your satisfaction, please discuss it with the dealership’s service manager or
general manager. If you are dissatisfi ed with the decision made by the dealership’s
management, contact Acura Client Relations/Services.
U.S. Owners:
American Honda Motor Co., Inc.
Acura Client Relations
1919 Torrance Blvd.
Mail Stop 500-2N-7E
Torrance, CA 90501-2746
Tel: (800) 382-2238
In Puerto Rico and
the U.S. Virgin Islands:
Bella International
P.O. Box 190816
San Juan, PR 00919-0816
Tel: (787) 620-7546Canadian Owners:
Honda Canada, Inc.
Acura Client Services
180 Honda Blvd.
Markham, ON
L6C 0H9
Tel: (888)-922-8729
Fax: (877)-939-0909
E-Mail: [email protected]
When you call or write, please give us the following information:
• Vehicle Identifi cation Number
• Date of purchase
• Odometer reading of your vehicle
• Your name, address, and telephone number
• A detailed description of the problem
• Name of the dealer who sold the vehicle to you

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Acura Total Luxury Care Roadside Assistance
Your Acura TLC Roadside Assistance representative is here to help you 24 hours a
day, 7 days a week by calling (800) 594-8500 (U.S.) or (800) 565-7587 (Canada).
Under your 4-year/50,000-mile (80,000 km) warranty, the following benefi ts are
available:
• Towing services — full cost of towing to the closest Acura dealer
• Roadside assistance — jump starting, fuel delivery, lockout, and fl at tire
• Trip planning — detailed trip routing, emergency services, and more
Warranty Coverages
Below is a brief summary of the warranties covering your new vehicle.
New Vehicle Limited Warranty: Covers your new vehicle, except for the emissions
control system and accessories, against defects in materials and workmanship.
Emissions Control Systems Defects Warranty and Emissions Performance
Warranty: Covers your vehicle’s emissions control systems. Time, mileage, and
coverage are conditional.
Seat Belt Limited Warranty: Covers seat belts that fail to function properly.
Rust Perforation Limited Warranty: Covers all exterior body panels that rust
through from the inside.
Accessory Limited Warranty: Covers Acura accessories.
Replacement Parts Limited Warranty: Covers all Acura replacement parts against
defects in materials and workmanship.
Replacement Battery Limited Warranty: Provides prorated coverage for a
replacement battery purchased from an Acura dealer.
Replacement Muf er Lifetime Limited Warranty: Covers a replacement muffl er
for the duration of the ownership.
Restrictions and exclusions apply to all these warranties. See the Owner
Information CD or visit owners.acura.com (U.S.) or myacura.ca (Canada) for
complete descriptions of each warranty, including time, mileage, and other
conditional limitations.
Your vehicle’s original tires are covered by their manufacturer. Tire warranty
information can be found on the Owner Information CD or at owners.acura.com
(U.S.) or myacura.ca (Canada).
General Commands
The system accepts these commands on any screen.
Navigation Commands
The system accepts these commands on the map/guidance screen.
Map Display Commands
• Display current location
• Display north up/heading up/3D
map
• Display zoom in/zoom out
• Display/Hide (specify icon type):
–ATM
– gas station
– restaurant
– post offi ce
– grocery store – lodging (hotel, motel)
– parking lot
– school
– hospital
– freeway exit information
– traffi c
– traffi c speeds
– traffi c icons
– traffi c incidents Learn about all available voice commands on vehicles with navigation. Press the
Talk button each time you want to say a command.
To view a list of available commands in the vehicle, press INFO and use the
interface dial to select Voice Help. After selecting a category, press the interface
dial to hear the commands read aloud.
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• Voice help (displays commands for
current screen)
• Display map
• Display navigation (when en route)
• Display menu
• Display settings
• Display information
• Display audio• Display phone
• Cancel
• Trip computer
• Traffi c information
• Display clock/wallpaper
• What is today’s date?
• What time is it?
• Go home
Route Commands
The system accepts these commands when a route is set.
• How long to the destination?
• How far to the destination?
• Display destination map
• Display entire route
• Cancel route
• Repeat guidance

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Navigation Commands (continued)
Find Place Commands
Find nearest (specify place):
– Fuel and auto
– Acura dealer
– Gas station
– Auto parts & electronics
– Auto repair & maintenance
– Car wash & detailing
– Motorcycle dealers
– Roadside assistance
–ATM
– Bank
– Check cashing
– Currency exchange
– Community
– Business
– City hall
– Civic center
– Convention center
– Court house
– Higher education
– Library
– Post offi ce
– School
– Emergency room
– Hospital
– Police station
– Veterinarian
– Lodging
– Bed & breakfast
– Hotel
– Resort
– Recreation
– Amusement park
– Golf course
– Historical monument
– Marina
– Movie theater
– Museum
– Park
– Performing arts
– Sports complex
– Tourist attraction – Restaurant
– American restaurant
– Californian restaurant
– Chinese restaurant
– Coffee shop
– Continental restaurant
– Fast food
– French restaurant
– German restaurant
– Greek restaurant
– Indian restaurant
– Italian restaurant
– Japanese restaurant
– Korean restaurant
– Mexican restaurant
– Pizza
– Seafood restaurant
– Thai restaurant
– Vegetarian restaurant
– Vietnamese restaurant
– Shopping
– Shopping area
– Accessory store
– Book store
– Clothing store
– Grocery store
– Home improvement store
– Mall
– Offi ce supply store
– Pharmacy
– Pet food store
– Sewing store
– Shoe store
– Sporting goods store
– Toy store
– Travel center
– Airport
– Automobile club
– Bus station
– Camping
– Commuter rail station – 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
audio play
audio skip forward
audio skip back
audio pause
audio resume
audio group up
audio group down
audio track random
audio track repeat
Commands may not work on
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* 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 shuffl e*
• iPod album shuffl e*
• 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 Song By Voice™ Commands
Available for tracks stored on the HDD or iPod®.
• Music Search
• List album (specify album)
• List artist (specify artist)
• List composer (specify composer)
• List genre (specify genre)
• List playlist (specify playlist)
• Play album (specify album)
• Play artist (specify artist)
• Play composer (specify composer)• Play genre (specify genre)
• Play playlist (specify playlist)
• Play song (specify song)
• What/Who am I listening to?
• Who is this?
• What’s playing?
• Who’s playing?
• What album is this?
* These commands toggle the function on and off, so the
command may not match your intended action.
Audio Commands (continued)

Phone Commands
The system accepts these commands on the Voice Portal screen.
• Dial/call by number
• Dial/call by name
On-screen Commands
The system accepts these commands on any screen where applicable. All
available on-screen voice commands are highlighted in yellow when you press
the Talk button.
• Next (or Down)
• Previous (or Up)
• Return
• OK (excluding Startup Confi rmation screen)
• Delete
Rear Commands
On vehicles with rear entertainment system, rear voice commands for certain
audio functions are also available.
To view a list of rear audio commands, press INFO and use the interface dial to
select Voice Help. Select Rear Audio Commands, and press the interface dial to
hear the commands read aloud.

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Climate Control Commands
The system accepts these commands on most screens.
• Climate control automatic*
• Climate control off*
• Air conditioner on*
• Air conditioner off*
• Climate control defrost on*
• Climate control defrost off*
• Rear defrost on*
• Rear defrost off*
• Climate control fresh air
• Climate control recirculate
• Climate control vent
• Climate control bi-level
• Climate control fl oor
• Climate control fl oor and defrost
• Climate control mode automatic
• Fan speed up
• Fan speed down
• Fan speed # (#: 1 to 7)
• Fan automatic
• Rear lock on
• Rear lock off
• Temperature # degrees (#: 57 to
87°F, 15 to 29°C)
• Driver temperature # degrees
(#: 57 to 87°F, 15 to 29°C)
• Passenger temperature # degrees
(#: 57 to 87°F, 15 to 29°C)
• Temperature up
• Temperature down
• Driver temperature up
• Driver temperature down
• Passenger temperature up
• Passenger temperature down
• Temperature max heat
• Temperature max cool
• Driver temperature max heat
• Driver temperature max cool
• Passenger temperature max heat• Passenger temperature max cool
• Climate control sync on*
• Climate control sync off*
• Front climate control automatic
• Front climate control off
• Rear climate control automatic
• Rear climate control off
• Rear climate control vent
• Rear climate control bi-level
• Rear climate control fl oor
• Rear fan speed up
• Rear fan speed down
• Rear fan speed # (#: 1 to 5)
• Rear temperature up
• Rear temperature down
• Rear temperature max heat
• Rear temperature max cool
• Driver heated seat automatic
• Passenger heated seat automatic
• Driver heated seat off
• Passenger heated seat off
• Driver ventilated seat automatic
• Passenger ventilated seat
automatic
• Driver ventilated seat off
• Passenger ventilated seat off
• Driver heated seat high
• Driver heated seat medium
• Driver heated seat low
• Passenger heated seat high
• Passenger heated seat medium
• Passenger heated seat low
• Driver ventilated seat high
• Driver ventilated seat medium
• Driver ventilated seat low
• Passenger ventilated seat high
• Passenger ventilated seat medium
• Passenger ventilated seat low
* These commands toggle the function on and off, so the
command may not match your intended action.
INDEX
ABS indicator ...................................................25
ACC indicator ........................................... 25, 27
Accessory Power Socket ................................53
AC Power Outlet .............................................52
AcuraLink® ....................................................... 75
AcuraLink featuring Aha™ ............................62
AcuraLink Real-Time Traffi c™ ...................... 83
Acura Total Luxury Care Roadside
Assistance .......................................150
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low
Speed Follow ................................. 100
Address ........................................................... 80
Aha™ Radio .....................................................62
Aha™ Radio Commands ..............................154
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 (ABS) ..............25, 98
ASSIST button ................................................. 76
AUDIO button ................................................ 54
Audio Commands .........................................153
Audio Operation .............................................52
Accessory Power Socket ............................53
AC Power Outlet .........................................52
AcuraLink featuring Aha™ .........................62
Auxiliary Input Jack .....................................52
Bluetooth® Audio....................................... 60
Compact Disc .............................................. 57
FM/AM Radio ...............................................55
Hard Disc Drive (HDD) Audio .................. 58
HDMI ........................................................... 64
Interface dial ............................................... 54
iPod® ............................................................59
MENU button ............................................. 54
On-Demand Multi-Use Display
(ODMD) ........................................... 54
Pandora® ...................................................... 61
Rear Entertainment System ..................... 63
SiriusXM® Radio..........................................56
Sound ............................................................53
SOURCE button ..........................................53
Steering Wheel Controls ...........................53
USB Flash Drive ........................................... 57
USB Port .......................................................52
Auto idle stop ..................................... 25, 27, 96
Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror........ 42Automatic Rain-Sensing Wipers ................. 38
Auto park mode ............................................. 94
AUX Commands............................................154
Auxiliary Input Jack.........................................52
Battery .......................................................... 137
Blind Spot Information ................... 25, 27, 108
Bluetooth® Audio .......................................... 60
Bluetooth® Audio Commands ....................153
Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink® .........................67
Call History .................................................. 72
Dialing a Number ........................................70
Displays and Controls ................................67
E-Mail ............................................................73
Hang-Up/Back button ...............................67
Interface dial ................................................67
Making a Call ...............................................70
Pairing a Phone ........................................... 69
Phonebook ................................................... 71
Pick-Up button ............................................67
Siri™ Eyes Free ............................................ 74
Speed Dial .............................................. 71, 72
Talk button ...................................................67
Talk Button Tips.......................................... 68
Text Messaging ............................................73
Brake Assist System ....................................... 98
Brake system indicator ........................... 24, 25
Braking ........................................................... 98
Brightness Control ..........................................35
Call History ...................................................... 72
Carbon Monoxide Gas .....................................4
Cargo lights ..................................................... 36
Car wash mode ...............................................95
Change a Setting ............................................. 51
Changing a Flat Tire ......................................120
Changing Fuses .............................................129
Charging system .............................................24
Child Safety ..................................................... 15
Childproof Door Locks ...............................32
Child Seat ......................................................... 17
Adding Security with a Tether ................. 20
Installing a Child Seat ................................ 19
LATCH-Compatible Child Seat ................. 18
Selecting a Child Seat ................................ 17
Client Information ....................................... 148
Climate Control Commands .......................156
Climate Control System ................................47
Clock ............................................................ 51
Collision Mitigation Braking System™
(CMBS™) ........................... 25, 27, 103
Compact Disc .................................................. 57
Compact Disc Commands ...........................153
Condition Indicators.......................................26

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TABLE OF
CONTENTS
INDEX
VISUAL INDEX
VOICE COMMAND
INDEX
SAFETY
INFORMATION
CLIENT
INFORMATION
INSTRUMENT
PANEL
SPECIFICATIONS
VEHICLE
CONTROLS
MAINTENANCE
AUDIO AND
CONNECTIVITY
HANDLING THE
UNEXPECTED
BLUETOOTH®
HANDSFREELINK®
DRIVING
ACURALINK®
NAVIGATION
Contact Us .................................................... 149
Cross Traffi c Monitor .....................................111
Cruise Control .......................................... 27, 99
Customized Features...................................... 51
Dashboard and Ceiling Controls .................... 2
Destination ..................................................... 80
Detour ........................................................... 83
Dialing a Number............................................70
Door Mirrors ................................................... 42
Door Operation ........................................30, 32
DOT Tire Quality Grading .......................... 144
Driver’s Knee Airbag ......................................... 9
Driving ........................................................... 84
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low
Speed Follow ................................. 100
Auto Idle Stop............................................. 96
Blind Spot Information (BSI) ................. 108
Braking ......................................................... 98
Collision Mitigation Braking System™
(CMBS™) ....................................... 103
Cruise Control ............................................ 99
ENGINE START/STOP button .................. 93
Forward Collision Warning (FCW) with
Pedestrian Detection ....................102
Integrated Dynamics System (IDS) ......... 97
Lane Departure Warning (LDW) .............105
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) ...... 106
Maximum Load Limit ................................ 86
Multi-View Rear Camera ......................... 110
Paddle shifters .............................................95
Parking Sensor System ............................ 109
Refueling ..................................................... 114
Remote Engine Start ..................................92
Road Departure Mitigation (RDM) ........107
Sequential Mode .........................................95
Shifting ........................................................ 94
Starting the Engine .................................... 93
Surround View Camera ............................ 112
Towing a Trailer .......................................... 88
Driving Position Memory System ............... 43
DVD ........................................................... 63
Electric Power Steering ..................................25
Electronic Gear Selector ............................... 94
Electronic Stability Control ........................... 97
E-Mail ............................................................73
Emergency Assistance.................................... 76
Emergency Engine Stop ............................... 116
Emergency Towing ........................................129
Engine and Fuel .............................................147
Engine Compartment Cover .......................133
Engine Coolant ..............................................136
ENGINE HOLD button ...................................92
Engine Oil ...................................................... 134
ENGINE START/STOP button ...................... 93
Entering a Destination .................................. 80Exterior lights ............................................27, 35
Fastening a Seat Belt ........................................ 7
Find Nearest Place .......................................... 81
Find Place Commands ..................................152
Flat Tire ..........................................................120
Floor Mats ........................................................ 41
Fluids ..........................................................147
FM/AM Radio ...................................................55
FM/AM Radio Commands ...........................153
Fog lights .......................................................... 27
Foot Brake ....................................................... 98
Forward Collision Warning (FCW) with
Pedestrian Detection ....... 25, 27, 102
Frequently Asked Questions ...................... 148
Front Airbags (SRS) ........................................... 9
Front Door Inner Handle ...............................32
Fuel Information .................................... 96, 114
Fuse Locations ...............................................125
Garage Opener ............................................... 46
Handling Information ...................................... 3
Hang-Up/Back button ...................................67
Hard Disc Drive (HDD) Audio ...................... 58
Hard Disc Drive (HDD) Commands ...........154
HDMI ........................................................... 64
Headlight Washers .........................................35
Headlight-Wiper Integration ........................ 37
Headphones .................................................... 64
Head Restraints .............................................. 40
Heated Steering Wheel ................................ 49
Heated Windshield Button .......................... 49
High beams ...................................................... 27
Home Address ................................................ 80
HomeLink® Garage Opener ......................... 46
Hood ..........................................................133
IDS ............................................................ 97
Immobilizer ......................................................26
INFO button ....................................................78
Instrument Panel ............................................24
Condition Indicators ...................................26
Malfunction Indicators ..............................24
Multi-Information Display ....................... 28
On/Off Indicators ....................................... 27
Integrated Dynamics System (IDS) ............. 97
Interface dial ....................................... 54, 67, 78
Interface Dial Feedback .................................79
Interior Lights ................................................. 36
Intermittent Wipers ....................................... 37
iPod® ............................................................59
iPod® Commands .........................................154
Jump Starting ................................................ 115
Keyless Access System ............................25, 30
Lane Departure Warning (LDW) ......... 25, 105
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS).... 25, 106
Lap/Shoulder Seat Belts .................................. 5
LATCH-Compatible Child Seat ..................... 18Light Bulbs......................................................147
Lights ......................................................27, 35
LINK button ..................................................... 76
Lock Tab ............................................................32
Low fuel ............................................................26
Low oil pressure ..............................................24
Low tire pressure .............................................26
Maintenance ................................................. 130
Battery ........................................................ 137
Engine Coolant ..........................................136
Engine Oil .................................................. 134
Maintenance Minder™ ............................ 131
Opening the Hood ....................................133
Service Codes.............................................132
Under the Hood ........................................133
Window Washer Fluid .............................. 137
Wiper Blades ............................................. 138
Making a Call ...................................................70
Malfunction indicator lamp ..........................24
Malfunction Indicators ..................................24
Map Display Commands ............................. 151
Map Legend ..................................................... 82
Master Door Lock Switch ..............................32
Maximum Load Limit .................................... 86
MENU button ..................................... 54, 67, 78
Mirrors ........................................................... 42
Moonroof ........................................................ 34
Multi-Information Display ........................... 28
Multi-View Rear Camera ............................. 110
Navigation ....................................................... 77
AcuraLink Real-Time Traffi c™ .................. 83
Detour .......................................................... 83
Display and Controls ..................................78
Entering a Destination .............................. 80
Find Nearest Place ...................................... 81
Home Address ............................................ 80
Interface Dial Feedback .............................79
Map Legend ................................................. 82
Place Category ............................................ 81
Routing ........................................................ 82
Shortcuts ...................................................... 81
Steering Wheel Controls ........................... 77
Street Address ............................................ 80
System Guidance Volume .........................79
Talk Button Tips........................................... 77
Turn-by-Turn Directions ........................... 82
Voice Prompt ...............................................79
Navigation Commands ................................ 151
On-Demand Multi-Use Display (ODMD) ... 54
One-Touch Turn Signal ................................. 36
On/Off Indicators ........................................... 27
Opening the Hood ........................................133
Operator Assistance ....................................... 76
Overheating ................................................... 117
Paddle shifters .................................................95Pairing a Phone ............................................... 69
Pandora® .......................................................... 61
Pandora® Commands ..................................154
Parking brake ............................................26, 98
Parking Sensor System ................................ 109
Passenger Airbag Off Indicator .................... 12
Phone ........................................................... 69
Phonebook ....................................................... 71
PHONE button ................................................67
Phone Commands ........................................155
Pick-Up button ................................................67
Place Category ................................................ 81
Power Door Mirrors ....................................... 42
Power Mode .................................................... 93
Power Moonroof ............................................ 34
Power Tailgate ................................................. 31
Power Windows ............................................. 33
Rain-Sensing Wipers ..................................... 38
Readiness Codes........................................... 146
Rear Camera .................................................. 110
Rear Climate Control .................................... 48
Rear Cross Traffi c Monitor ............................111
Rear Entertainment System ......................... 63
Rear Seats ........................................................ 44
Rearview Mirror .............................................. 42
Rear Wiper ....................................................... 38
Refueling......................................................... 114
Remote Battery Strength ............................ 115
Remote Control ...............................................65
Remote Engine Start ......................................92
Remote Transmitter .......................................29
Reporting Safety Defects ..............................23
Reverse Tilt Door Mirrors ............................. 42
Road Departure Mitigation (RDM) ..... 25, 107
Roadside Assistance .....................................150
Route Commands ......................................... 151
Routing ........................................................... 82
Safety Information ........................................... 3
Child Safety.................................................. 15
Important Handling Information ............... 3
Reporting Safety Defects ..........................23
Safety Label Locations ...............................22
Safety Messages............................................4
Seat Belts ........................................................... 5
Adjusting the Shoulder Anchor .................. 7
Fastening a Seat Belt .................................... 7
Lap/Shoulder Seat Belts .............................. 5
Seat Belt Inspection ..................................... 6
Seat belt reminder ......................................26
Seat Belt with Detachable Anchor ............8
Seat Heaters and Ventilation ...................... 50
Seats ........................................................... 39
Second-Row Seats .................................. 44, 45
Selector wheel ................................... 28, 53, 67
Sequential Mode .............................................95