roof Acura MDX 2016 Owner's Guide

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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Your safety—and the safety of others—is very important, and operating this vehicle
safely is an important responsibility. While we strive to help you make informed
decisions about safety, it is not practical or possible to warn you about all the
hazards associated with operating or maintaining your vehicle. Therefore, you must
use your own good judgment.
Important Safety Information
This guide explains many of your vehicle’s safety features and how to use them.
Please read this information carefully. Following the instructions below will also
help to keep you and your passengers safe.
Important Safety Precautions
• Always wear your seat belt.
• Secure all children in the proper restraint system.
• Be aware of airbag hazards.
• Don’t drink and drive.
• Pay appropriate attention to the task of driving safely.
• Control your speed.
• Keep your vehicle in safe condition.
Engaging in cell phone conversation or other activities that keep you from paying
close attention to the road, other vehicles, and pedestrians could lead to a crash.
Remember, situations can change quickly, and only you can decide when it is safe
to divert some attention away from driving.
Important Handling Information
Your vehicle has a higher ground clearance than a passenger vehicle designed for
use only on pavement. Higher ground clearance has many advantages for off-
highway driving. It allows you to travel over bumps, obstacles, and rough terrain.
It also provides good visibility so you can anticipate problems earlier.
These advantages come at some cost. Because your vehicle is taller and rides
higher off the ground, it has a higher center of gravity, making it more susceptible
to tipping or rollover if you make abrupt turns. Utility vehicles have a signifi cantly
higher rollover rate than other types of vehicles. In a rollover crash, an unbelted
person is signifi cantly more likely to die than a person wearing a seat belt. As a
reminder, make sure you and your passengers always wear seat belts.
SAFETY INFORMATION Dashboard and Ceiling Controls
1 Color information display
2 On-Demand Multi-Use Display
(ODMD) p. 54
3 Hazard warning button
4 Climate control buttons p. 47
5 Moonroof switch p. 34
Map lights p. 36
HomeLink® buttons p. 46
AcuraLink® buttons* p. 75
6 Power window switches p. 33
Door lock switches p. 32
Door mirror controls p. 42

Power folding mirror button* p. 42
7 Power tailgate button p. 31
Fuel fi ll door handle p. 114
8 Hood release handle p. 133
9 Driving Position Memory System
buttons p. 43
10 Integrated Dynamics System
(IDS) button p. 97
Electronic gear selector p. 94
Auto idle stop off button* p. 96
11 Parking brake p. 98
12 Audio/phone/navigation/Surround
View Camera* buttons p. 50, 65,
75, 105
13 Rear entertainment system* p. 63
14 (inside center console)
USB port p. 53
Auxiliary input jack p. 53
Accessory power socket p. 53
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Side Airbags
The side airbags help protect the upper torso and pelvis of the driver or a front
passenger during a moderate-to-severe side impact. They are housed in the
outside edge of the driver’s and front passenger’s seat-backs. Both are marked
SIDE AIRBAG.
Side Curtain Airbags
Side curtain airbags help protect the head and torso of the driver and passengers in
outer seating positions during a moderate-to-severe side impact. The side curtain
airbags equipped in this vehicle are also designed to help reduce the likelihood
of partial and complete ejection of vehicle occupants through side windows in
crashes, particularly rollover crashes.
The side curtain airbags are located in the ceiling
above the side windows on both sides of the
vehicle.
The side curtain airbags are designed to deploy
in a rollover or moderate-to-severe side impact.
If the SRS control unit senses that your vehicle is
about to roll over, it immediately deploys both side
curtain airbags and activates both front seat belt
tensioners. If the impact is on the passenger’s side,
the passenger’s side curtain airbag will infl ate even
if there are no occupants on that side of the vehicle.
To get the best protection from the side curtain
airbags, occupants should wear their seat belts
properly and sit upright and well back in their seats.
Do not attach any objects to the side windows or roof pillars, as they can interfere
with the proper operation of the side curtain airbags.
When side curtain airbags deploy in a frontal collision
One or both side curtain airbags may infl ate in a moderate-to-severe angled
frontal collision. In this case, the side curtain airbags will deploy slightly after the
front airbags.
Side curtain airbag storage
Deployed side curtain airbags
Important Facts About Your Airbags
Always wear your seat belt properly, and sit upright and as far back from the
steering wheel as possible while allowing full control of the vehicle. A front
passenger should move their seat as far back from the dashboard as possible.
Do not place hard or sharp objects between yourself and a front airbag.
Carrying hard or sharp objects on your lap, or driving with a pipe or other sharp
object in your mouth, can result in injuries if your front airbag infl ates.
Do not attach or place objects on the front and driver’s knee airbag covers.
Objects on the covers marked SRS AIRBAG could interfere with the proper
operation of the airbags or be propelled inside the vehicle and hurt someone if
the airbags infl ate.
Do not attach accessories on or near the side airbags. They can interfere with
the proper operation of the airbags, or hurt someone if an airbag infl ates.
Do not attach any objects to the side windows or roof pillars. They can
interfere with the proper operation of the side curtain airbags.
Do not cover or replace the front seat-back covers. This can prevent your side
airbags from properly deploying during a side impact.
Ignoring the SRS indicator can result in serious injury or death if the airbag
systems or tensioners do not work properly.
Have your vehicle checked by a dealer as soon as possible if the SRS indicator
alerts you to a possible problem.
WARNING
Airbag System Indicators
If a problem occurs in the airbag system, the SRS indicator comes on and a
message appears on the multi-information display.
SRS (Supplemental Restraint System) Indicator
If the indicator comes on at any other time besides
vehicle start-up, or does not come on at all, have
the system checked by a dealer as soon as possible.
If you don’t, your airbags and seat belt tensioners
may not work properly when they are needed.An open glove box can cause serious injury to your passenger in a crash, even
if the passenger is wearing the seat belt.
Always keep the glove box closed while driving.
WARNING
Airbag System
(SRS) Problem

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Door Operation from Inside the Vehicle
Use these methods to lock or unlock and open or close the doors.
Using the Lock Tab
To unlock: Pull the lock tab rearward. When you
unlock either front door using the lock tab, the
specifi c door (driver’s or passenger’s) unlocks.
To lock: Push the lock tab forward. When you lock
the door using the lock tab on the driver’s door, all
the other doors and tailgate lock at the same time.
Using the Master Door Lock Switch
To unlock: Press the unlock side of the switch to
unlock all doors and the tailgate.
To lock: Press the lock side of the switch to lock all
doors and the tailgate.
Using the Front Door Inner Handle
Pull the front door inner handle. The door unlocks
and opens in one motion. Unlocking and opening
the driver’s door from the inner handle unlocks all
other doors.
Do not pull a front door inner handle while the
vehicle is moving.
Childproof Door Locks
The childproof door locks prevent the rear doors
from being opened from the inside regardless of the
position of the lock tab.
Slide the lever in the rear door to the lock position,
and close the door.
Open the door using the outer door handle.
Unlock
Lock
Inner handle
To lock
To unlock
Lock tab
To lock
To unlock
Master door lock switch
Power Window Operation
The power windows can be opened and closed when the vehicle is on by using the
switches on the doors. The switches on the driver’s side can be used to open and
close all the windows.
Automatic Operation
To open: Push the switch down fi rmly.
To close: Pull the switch up fi rmly.
The window opens or closes completely. To stop
the window at any time, push or pull the switch
again briefl y.
Manual Operation
To open: Push the switch down lightly.
To close: Pull the switch up lightly.
Release the switch when the windows reach the
desired position.
Power Window Lock
Push in the power window lock button so only the driver’s window can be
operated.
Closing a power window on someone’s hands or fi ngers can cause serious
injury.
Make sure your passengers are away from the windows before closing them.
WARNING
Close
On
Off
Power window
lock button
Open

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Power Moonroof Operation
The moonroof can be opened and closed when the vehicle is on by using the switch
on the ceiling.
Automatic Operation
To open: Push the switch back fi rmly to the second
detent, then release.
To close: Push the switch forward fi rmly to the
second detent, then release.
The moonroof opens or closes completely. To stop
the moonroof at any time, push the switch briefl y.
Manual Operation
To open: Push and hold the switch back to the fi rst detent until the desired
position is reached.
To close: Push and hold the switch forward to the fi rst detent until the desired
position is reached.
Moonroof Tilt
To tilt: Push the center of the switch.
To close: Push the switch forward fi rmly, then release.
Closing the moonroof on someone’s hands or fi ngers can cause serious injury.
Make sure your passengers are away from the moonroof before closing it.
Opening the moonroof in below freezing temperatures or when it is covered with
snow or ice can damage the moonroof panel or motor.
Open
CloseTilt
WARNING
NOTICE
*if equipped
Interior and Exterior Lights
Operate interior and exterior lights when the vehicle is on or off.
Exterior Lights
Rotate the switch on the headlight lever to operate the exterior lights. Push the
lever forward to turn on the high beams. Return the lever to its original position
for low beams.
OFF All exterior lights are off.
AUTO Turn on the automatic lighting
feature. Headlights turn on or
off depending on ambient
brightness when the vehicle is on.
Headlights automatically come
on after the wipers are engaged for a
certain time.
Turn on exterior lights except headlights.
Turn on all exterior lights including headlights.
Turn on fog lights.*
Brightness Control
Adjust instrument panel brightness when the
vehicle is on.
To brighten: Press the + button.
To dim: Press the - button.
A beep sounds when the brightness reaches
minimum or maximum.
Headlight Washers*
Canadian models
Turn the headlights on. Press the headlight
washer button to operate the washers.
The headlight washers also operate when you
fi rst turn on the windshield wipers.
High
beams
Low beamsFlash high beams
Headlight
washer
buttonFog lights*

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Talk Button Tips
On vehicles with navigation, you can say voice commands to operate system
functions. For a list of available voice commands, see page 155. Below are some
helpful 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. On-Demand Multi-Use Display (ODMD) screens
When there is an
incoming call, select
the green Pick-Up or
red Hang-Up icon.When a number
keypad is
displayed, select
numbers to enter.When an alphabet
keyboard is
displayed, select
letters to enter.
ODMD display
Select Shortcuts (Phone tab)
to access Speed Dial and Call
History.
Pairing a Phone
To use hands-free phone and streaming audio functions, you must fi rst pair your
phone to the system. This can only be done when the vehicle is stopped. Use the
interface dial to make and enter selections.
1. Press SETTINGS.
2. Select Phone Settings.
3. Select Bluetooth Device List (if no phone has been
paired) or Connect Phone (if pairing an additional
phone).
4. Select Add Bluetooth Device.
5. Make sure your phone is in discovery mode.
6. HFL searches for your phone. Select your phone
when it appears on the list.
If your phone does not appear: Select Phone Not
Found and search for HandsFreeLink from your
phone.
7. HFL gives you a six-digit code. Compare it to the
code that appears on your phone. Connect to HFL
from your phone.
8. The system asks if you want to enable Phone
Synchronization. Select On.
State or local laws may prohibit the operation of handheld electronic devices while operating a vehicle.

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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
Talk
button

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Learn about preparation for driving, as well as other features.
Before Driving
Check the following items before you begin driving.
Exterior Checks
• Make sure there are no obstructions on the windows, door mirrors, exterior
lights, or other parts of the vehicle.
• Remove any frost, snow, or ice.
• Make sure the hood is securely closed.
• Heat from the engine and exhaust can ignite fl ammable materials left under
the hood, causing a fi re. If you’ve parked your vehicle for an extended period,
inspect and remove any debris that may have collected, such as dried grass
and leaves that have fallen or have been carried in for use as a nest by a small
animal. Also check under the hood for leftover fl ammable materials after you
or someone else has performed maintenance on your vehicle.
• Make sure the tires are in good condition.
• Make sure there are no people or objects behind or around the vehicle.
DRIVING
If the doors are frozen shut, use warm water around the door edges to melt any
ice. Do not try to force them open, as this can damage the rubber trim around the
doors. When done, wipe dry to avoid further freezing.
Interior Checks
• Store or secure all items on board properly.
• Do not pile items higher than the seat height.
• Do not place anything in the front seat footwells. Make sure to secure the fl oor
mats.
• If you have any animals on board, do not let them move freely in the vehicle.
• Securely close and lock all doors and the tailgate.
• Adjust your seating position, mirrors, and steering wheel properly.
• Make sure items placed on the fl oor behind the front seats cannot roll under
the seats.
• Everyone in the vehicle must fasten their seat belt.
• Make sure that the indicators in the instrument panel come on when you start
the vehicle, and go off soon after.
NOTICE
Driving Guidelines for Your Utility Vehicle
Utility vehicles have a signifi cantly higher rollover rate than other types of
vehicles. To prevent rollovers or loss of control:
• Take corners at slower speeds than you would with a passenger vehicle.
• Avoid sharp turns and abrupt maneuvers whenever possible.
• Do not modify your vehicle in any way that raises its center of gravity.
• Never carry more than 165 lbs (75 kg) of cargo on the roof rack (Acura
accessory).
In addition:
• During the fi rst 600 miles (1,000 km) of operation, avoid sudden acceleration
or full throttle operation so as not to damage the engine or powertrain.
• Avoid hard braking for the fi rst 200 miles (300 km). You should also follow this
when the brake pads are replaced.
Improperly operating this vehicle on or off pavement can cause crash or
rollover in which you and your passengers can be seriously injured or killed.
Follow all instructions and guidelines in this guide.
Keep your speed low, and don’t drive faster than conditions permit.
WARNING
Improper accessories or modifi cations can affect your vehicle’s handling,
stability, and performance, and cause a crash in which you can be seriously
hurt or killed.
Follow all instructions in the vehicle owner’s manual regarding accessories
and modifi cations.
WARNING

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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