keyless Acura MDX 2016 Owner's Guide

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
DISCLOSURES
California Proposition 65 Warning
WARNING: This product contains or emits chemicals known to the state of
California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.
California Perchlorate Contamination Prevention Act
The airbags, seat belt tensioners, and CR-type batteries in this vehicle may
contain perchlorate materials — special handling may apply. See www.dtsc.
ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate/ for more information.
Devices That Emit Radio Waves
The following products and systems on your vehicle emit radio waves when in
operation:
• AcuraLink®
• Audio system
• Blind Spot Information system
® Audio
® HandsFreeLink®
• Collision Mitigation Braking
System
TM
• HomeLink® Universal Transceiver
• Immobilizer system
• Remote transmitter
• Keyless Access System
• Tire Pressure Monitoring System
Each of the above complies with the appropriate requirements or the required
standards of FCC (Federal Communications Commission) and Industry Canada,
described below:
As required by the FCC:
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that
may cause undesired operation.
Changes or modi cations not expressly approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
As required by Industry Canada:
This device complies with Industry Canada Standard RSS-Gen/210/310. Operation is
subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference,
and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may
cause undesired operation of the device.
Event Data Recorders
This vehicle is equipped with an event data recorder (EDR). The main purpose
of an EDR is to record, in certain crash or near crash-like situations, such as an air
bag deployment or hitting a road obstacle, data that will assist in understanding
how a vehicle’s systems performed. The EDR is designed to record data related
to vehicle dynamics and safety systems for a short period of time, typically 30
seconds or less. The EDR in this vehicle is designed to record such data as:
How various systems in your vehicle were operating;
Whether or not the driver and passenger safety belts were buckled/
fastened;
How far (if at all) the driver was depressing the accelerator and/or brake
pedal; and,
How fast the vehicle was traveling.
These data can help provide a better understanding of the circumstances in which
crashes and injuries occur. NOTE: EDR data are recorded by your vehicle only if a
non-trivial crash situation occurs; no data are recorded by the EDR under normal
driving conditions and no personal data (e.g., name, gender, age, and crash
location) are recorded. However, other parties, such as law enforcement, could
combine the EDR data with the type of personally identifying data routinely
acquired during a crash investigation.
To read data recorded by an EDR, special equipment is required, and access to
the vehicle or the EDR is needed. In addition to the vehicle manufacturer, other
parties such as law enforcement that have the special equipment can read the
information if they have access to the vehicle or the EDR.
The data belong to the vehicle owner and may not be accessed by anyone else
except as legally required or with the permission of the vehicle owner.
Service Diagnostic Recorders
This vehicle is equipped with service-related devices that record information
about powertrain performance. The data can be used to verify emissions law
requirements and/or help technicians diagnose and solve service problems. It
may also be combined with data from other sources for research purposes, but it
remains confi dential.

TABLE OF
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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
This Owner’s Guide is intended to help you quickly get acquainted with your 2016
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 fi nd 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 fi rst 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 Roadside 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 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
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 dissatisfi ed with the information you
receive, you can call Acura Client Relations (see page 149).
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 .................. 22
Reporting Safety Defects .............. 23
INSTRUMENT PANEL .................... 24
Malfunction Indicators .................. 24
Condition Indicators ...................... 26
On/Off Indicators .......................... 27
Multi-Information Display ........... 28
VEHICLE CONTROLS ..................... 29
Using the Remote Transmitter ..... 29
Keyless Access System .................. 30
Power Tailgate Operation ..............31
Door Operation from Inside the
Vehicle ............................................. 32
Power Window Operation ............ 33
Power Moonroof Operation ........ 34
Interior and Exterior Lights........... 35
One-Touch Turn Signal .................. 36
Wiper Operation ............................ 37
Adjusting the Seats ........................ 39
Adjusting the Mirrors..................... 42
Adjusting the Steering Wheel ...... 43
Driving Position Memory System ... 43
Rear Seats ........................................ 44
HomeLink® Garage Opener .......... 46
Climate Control System................ 47Seat Heaters and Ventilation* ..... 50
Customized Features ......................51
AUDIO AND CONNECTIVITY ...... 52
Basic Audio Operation ................... 52
On-Demand Multi-Use Display
(ODMD) ........................................... 54
FM/AM Radio .................................. 55
SiriusXM® Radio ............................. 56
Compact Disc (CD) or USB Flash
Drive ................................................. 57
Hard Disc Drive (HDD) Audio* .... 58
iPod® ................................................ 59
Bluetooth® Audio ........................... 60
Pandora® ..........................................61
AcuraLink featuring Aha™ ............ 62
Rear Entertainment System
(RES)* .............................................. 63
BLUETOOTH® HANDSFREELINK® ...67
Basic HFL Operation ...................... 67
Pairing a Phone ............................... 69
Making a Call .................................. 70
SMS Text Messaging and E-Mail ... 73
Siri™ Eyes Free ............................... 74
ACURALINK
®* ................................. 75
AcuraLink Messages ....................... 75
Subscription Features .................... 76
NAVIGATION* ................................77
Basic Navigation Operation ..........77
Entering a Destination .................. 80
Routing ............................................ 82
DRIVING .......................................... 84
Before Driving ................................. 84
Maximum Load Limit ..................... 86
Towing a Trailer .............................. 88

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AUDIO AND
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BLUETOOTH®
HANDSFREELINK®
ACURALINK®
*if equipped
Quickly locate items in the vehicle’s interior.
Steering Wheel and Nearby Controls
1 Lights/turn signals p. 35, 36
2 Wipers/washers p. 37
3 Cruise control/Adaptive Cruise
Control (ACC) with Low Speed
Follow* buttons p. 99, 96
4 Voice recognition/Bluetooth®
HandsFreeLink® buttons p. 67
5 Horn
6 Audio controls p. 53
7 Instrument panel p. 24
Multi-information display p. 28
8 Right selector wheel p. 28
TRIP button p. 28
9 Paddle shifters p. 95
Distance (ACC) button* p. 100
11 Lane Keeping Assist System
(LKAS) button* p. 106
12 ENGINE START/STOP button p. 93
13 Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA®) OFF
button p. 97
Lane Departure Warning (LDW)
button* p. 105
Road Departure Mitigation (RDM)
button* p. 107
Parking sensor button* p. 109
Collision Mitgation Braking
System
TM OFF button* p. 103

Heated windshield button* p. 49
Headlight washer button* p. 35
14 Heated steering wheel button* p. 49
VISUAL INDEX
1
45
9
61011
7283
131412
*if equipped10
Remote Engine Start* .................... 92
Starting to Drive ............................. 93
Shifting ............................................ 94
Auto Idle Stop* ............................... 96
Integrated Dynamics System
(IDS) ................................................. 97
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA®), aka
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
System ............................................. 97
Braking ............................................. 98
Cruise Control* .............................. 99
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)
with Low Speed Follow* ............. 100
Forward Collision Warning (FCW)
with Pedestrian Detection* ........ 102
Collision Mitigation Braking
System™ (CMBS™)* ................... 103
Lane Departure Warning
(LDW)* .......................................... 105
Lane Keeping Assist System
(LKAS)* .......................................... 106
Road Departure Mitigation
(RDM)* .......................................... 107
Blind Spot Information (BSI)* .... 108
Parking Sensor System* .............. 109
Multi-View Rear Camera* ............110
Rear Cross Traf c Monitor* ......... 111
Surround View Camera* .............. 112
Refueling ........................................114
HANDLING THE UNEXPECTED ...115
Keyless Access Remote Battery
Strength.......................................... 115
Jump Starting ................................. 115
Emergency Engine Stop ................116
Overheating ................................... 117
Tire Pressure Monitoring System
(TPMS) ............................................118Changing a Flat Tire ..................... 120
Tire Repair Kit* ............................. 124
Fuse Locations .............................. 125
Emergency Towing ....................... 129
MAINTENANCE ............................ 130
Safety Precautions ....................... 130
Maintenance Minder™ ................. 131
Under the Hood ............................ 133
Engine Oil ...................................... 134
Engine Coolant ............................. 136
Window Washer Fluid ................. 137
Checking the Battery ................... 137
Changing Wiper Blades ............... 138
Tire Information ........................... 140
Tire Labeling .................................. 143
DOT Tire Quality Grading ........... 144
Testing of Readiness Codes ........ 146
SPECIFICATIONS ......................... 147
CLIENT INFORMATION .............. 148
Frequently Asked Questions/
Troubleshooting ........................... 148
Contact Us .................................... 149
Acura Total Luxury Care Roadside
Assistance ..................................... 150
Warranty Coverages .................... 150
VOICE COMMAND INDEX .......... 151
INDEX .............................................157

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MAINTENANCE
AUDIO AND
CONNECTIVITY
HANDLING THE
UNEXPECTED
BLUETOOTH®
HANDSFREELINK®
DRIVING
ACURALINK®
NAVIGATION
Learn about the indicators and displays related to driving the vehicle.
Indicators briefl y appear with each engine start and then go out. Red and amber
indicators are most critical. Blue and green indicators are used for general
information.
Malfunction Indicators
These are the most critical indicators. If they come on and stay lit while driving or
at any other time, there may be a problem. See your dealer if necessary.
Brake system
• Brake fl uid is low.
• There is a malfunction in the brake system.
Press the brake pedal lightly to check pedal pressure. If normal, check
the brake fl uid level when you stop. If abnormal, take immediate action.
If necessary, downshift the transmission to slow the vehicle using engine
braking. Have your vehicle repaired immediately.
Low oil pressure
Engine oil pressure is low. Stop in a safe place. Open the hood and check
the oil level (see page 134), and add oil if necessary. If the indicator does
not turn off, have your vehicle repaired immediately.
Malfunction indicator lamp (check engine light)
• The emissions control system may have a problem, or the fuel cap is
loose or missing.
• (Blinks) A misfi re in the engine’s cylinders is detected. Stop in a safe
place, and wait for the engine to cool down.
Charging system
The battery is not charging. Turn off all electrical items, but do not turn off
the vehicle to prevent further battery discharge. Have your vehicle repaired
immediately.
CanadaU.S.
INSTRUMENT PANEL ABS ( Anti-lock Brake System)
There is a problem with the anti-lock brake system. Your vehicle still has
normal braking ability, but no anti-lock function.
Supplemental Restraint System ( SRS)
There is a problem with one of the airbag systems or seat belt tensioners.
Speed-Sensitive Electric Power Steering ( EPS)
There is a problem with the electric power steering system. Stop in a safe
place and restart the engine.
Tire Pressure Monitoring System ( TPMS)
(Blinks and stays on) There is a problem with the tire pressure monitoring
system, or a spare tire* is installed.
Keyless Access system
There is a problem with the keyless access system.
Vehicle Stability Assist ( VSA®) system
There is a problem with the VSA system or the hill start assist system.
Brake system
There is a problem with one of the braking systems. Avoid high speeds and
sudden braking. Your vehicle still has normal braking ability.
Super-Handling All-Wheel Drive™ ( SH-AWD®)*
• There is a problem with the SH-AWD system.
• (Blinks) Stop in a safe place, change the gear to Park, and idle until the
indicator goes off.
Blind Spot Information ( BSI)*
There is a problem with the BSI system or the sensor is blocked.
Adaptive Cruise Control ( ACC) with Low Speed Follow*
There is a problem with the system, or the radar sensor is blocked.
Lane Keeping Assist System ( LKAS)*
There is a problem with the system, or the camera is blocked.
Forward Collision Warning ( FCW)*
Collision Mitigation Braking System
TM ( CMBSTM)*
There is a problem with the system, the temperature is too high, or the
camera is blocked.
Lane Departure Warning ( LDW)*
Road Departure Mitigation (RDM)*
There is a problem with the system, the temperature is too high, or the
camera is blocked.
Auto idle stop*
There is a problem with the auto idle stop system.
CanadaU.S.
SYSTEMSYSTEM
*if equipped

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Unlocking the Tailgate
Press and hold the tailgate release button under
the tailgate handle to unlock and open the tailgate.
The vehicle can be on or off.
If there is not enough clearance for the tailgate
to fully open, press and hold the tailgate release
button until you hear two beeps. The tailgate
unlatches, and you can open it manually.
Tailgate release
button
Keyless Access System
When you carry the remote transmitter (for example, in a pocket or purse) and it
is outside the vehicle and within range (about 32 inches or 80 cm), you can lock or
unlock the doors and tailgate without handling the transmitter.
Unlocking/Locking the Doors
To unlock: Grab the driver’s door handle when the
vehicle is off to unlock the driver’s door. Grab the
front passenger’s (or rear*) door handle to unlock
all doors and the tailgate.
To lock: Press the door lock button on any front
(or rear*) door handle when the vehicle is off. If the
remote transmitter is inside the vehicle, the doors
will not lock.
Door lock
button
*Some models include rear door keyless access.
Power Tailgate Operation
Use these methods to operate the power tailgate.
Power Tailgate Release Button
The vehicle must be in Park (P).
Press and hold the power tailgate button on the
inside of the driver’s door to open the tailgate.
Press it again at any time to close it.
Power Tailgate Close Button
Press the power tailgate close button to
automatically close the tailgate. Press it again at
any time to reverse the tailgate direction.
Power tailgate
close button
Closing the power tailgate while anyone is in the path of the tailgate can
cause serious injury.
Make sure everyone is clear before closing the tailgate.
WARNING
Power tailgate button

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Remote Engine Start*
Start your vehicle’s engine from extended distances using the two-way remote
transmitter before you enter the vehicle.
Green indicator:
Confi rms doors are
locked or engine is
running.Amber indicator:
Remote is
communicating with
vehicle.
Red indicator:
Remote is out of
range or cannot
communicate with
the vehicle, or engine
is stopped. ENGINE HOLD button:
After pressing the LOCK
button, press and hold
to start the engine.
LOCK button
Make sure the vehicle is in a safe location when using remote engine start (i.e., a
well ventilated area, away from any fl ammable materials).
Starting the Engine
Press the LOCK button, then press and hold the ENGINE HOLD button to
remotely start the engine.
The engine runs for up to 10 minutes. To extend the run time for another
10 minutes, repeat the procedure during the initial 10 minutes.
While the engine is running, the climate control system adjusts the cabin
temperature, the security system remains on, and lights and accessories remain off.
Stopping the Engine
Press and hold ENGINE.
The engine will also stop if it has been running for more than 10 minutes, or if any
door is opened without using the remote or keyless access.
Engine exhaust contains toxic carbon monoxide gas.
Breathing carbon monoxide can kill you or cause unconsciousness.
Never use the remote engine starter when the vehicle is parked in a garage or
other area with limited ventilation.
WARNING
*if equipped
Starting to Drive
The keyless access system allows simple push-button start.
Before Starting the Engine
Make sure the gear is in Park (P) and the parking
brake is released, then depress the brake pedal.
Keep your foot fi rmly 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 m). 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.
Changing the Power Mode
Accessory or On Mode: Press ENGINE START/
STOP once without pressing the brake pedal for
Accessory mode. Press it again for On mode.
Starting the engine: Press and hold the brake
pedal, then press ENGINE START/STOP. Keep your
foot fi rmly on the brake pedal when starting the
engine.
Turning the vehicle off: Change the gear to Park (P), then press ENGINE START/
STOP. If you press the button and the gear is not in Park, the vehicle goes into
Accessory mode.
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How to Refuel
1. The fuel fi ll door is located at the left rear of the
vehicle. Park next to the service pump that is
most accessible.
2. Turn off the engine.
3. Press the fuel fi ll door release on the inside of
the driver’s door. The fuel fi ll door opens.
4. Turn the fuel fi ll cap slowly to open. Place the
fuel fi ll cap in the holder.
5. Insert the fi ller nozzle fully. When the tank is full,
the fuel nozzle clicks off automatically.
6. Replace the fuel fi ll cap. Tighten it until you hear
at least one click. Close the fuel fi ll door.
Refueling
Use the proper fuel and refueling procedure to ensure the best performance and
safety of your vehicle.
Fuel Information
Use of unleaded premium gasoline of 91 octane or higher is recommended.
• Acura recommends TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline where available.
• Do NOT use gasoline containing more than 15% ethanol.
• Do NOT use gasoline containing methanol.
• Do NOT use gasoline containing MMT.
We recommend quality gasoline containing detergent additives that help
prevent fuel system and engine deposits. In addition, in order to maintain good
performance, fuel economy, and emissions control, we strongly recommend the
use of gasoline that does NOT contain harmful manganese-based fuel additives
such as MMT, if such gasoline is available.
Gasoline is highly fl ammable and explosive. You can be burned or seriously
injured when handling fuel.
• Stop the engine, and keep heat, sparks, and fl ame away.
• Handle fuel only outdoors.
• Wipe up spills immediately.
WARNING
NOTICE
Holder
Jump Starting
Turn off the power to electric devices, such as audio and lights. Turn off the engine,
then open the hood (see page 133).
1. Remove the engine compartment cover (see page
133).
2. Connect the fi rst jumper cable to your vehicle’s
battery (+) terminal.
3. Connect the other end of the fi rst jumper cable
to the booster battery (+) terminal. Use a 12-volt
booster battery only.
4. Connect the second jumper cable to the booster
battery (-) terminal.
5. Connect the other end of the second jumper cable
to the engine hanger as shown. Do not connect
this jumper cable to any other part.
6. If your vehicle is connected to another vehicle,
start the assisting vehicle’s engine and increase its
rpm slightly.
7. Attempt to start your vehicle’s engine. If it turns
over slowly, make sure that the jumper cables
have good metal-to-metal contact.
WARNING: Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories contain lead and lead
compounds. Wash your hands after handling.
HANDLING THE UNEXPECTED
Learn about what to do in critical or emergency situations.
Keyless Access Remote Battery Strength
If the battery life in your remote transmitter is weak, a message appears in the MID
with information on how to start the engine.
1. Touch the back of the remote transmitter to the
ENGINE START/STOP button while the indicator
is fl ashing.
2. With the brake pedal pressed, press the ENGINE
START/STOP button within 10 seconds.
Booster battery
Engine
hanger
Engine coverPin

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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.
CLIENT INFORMATION
*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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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