wipers Acura MDX 2016 User Guide

uuWhen Driving uLane Departure Warning (LDW)*
386
Driving
The system begins to search for lane mark ings when all the following conditions are
met:
• The vehicle is traveling between about 45 and 90 mph (72 and 145 km/h).
• The vehicle is on a straight or slightly curved road.
• The turn signals are off.
• The brake pedal is not depressed.
• The wipers are not in continuous operation.
Press the LDW button to turn the system on
and off. u The indicator in the button comes on
when the system is on.
■How the System Activates
■LDW On and Off
1How the System Activates
LDW may automatically shut off and the LDW
indicator comes and stays on.
2 Indicators P. 72
Indicator
LDW Button
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uuWhen Driving uRoad Departure Mitigation (RDM) System*
390
Driving
The system becomes ready to start sear ching for lane markings when all the
following conditions are met:
• The vehicle is traveling between about 45 and 90 mph (72 and 145 km/h).
• The vehicle is on a straight or slightly curved road.
• The turn signals are off.
• The brake pedal is not depressed.
• The wipers are not in continuous operation.
• The vehicle is not accelerating or braking, and the steering wheel is not being
turned.
• The system makes a determination that the driver is not actively accelerating,
braking or steering.
■How the System Activates1How the System Activates
The RDM system may automa tically shut off and the
indicator comes and stays on.
2 Indicators P. 86
RDM system function can be impacted when the
vehicle is:
•Not driven within a traffic lane.
•Driven on the inside edge of a curve, or outside of
a lane.
•Driven in a narrow lane.
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uuWhen Driving uLane Keeping Assist System (LKAS)*
396
Driving
The system can be used when the following conditions are met.
• The lane in which you are driving has dete ctable lane markers on both sides, and
your vehicle is in the center of the lane.
• The vehicle speed is be tween about 45 and 90 mph (72 and 145 km/h).
• You are driving on a straight or slightly curved road.
• The turn signals are off.
• The brake pedal is not depressed.
• The wipers are not in continuous operation.
■How to activate the system
1.Press the MAIN button.
u The LKAS is on in the MID.
The system is ready to use.
2. Press the LKAS button.
u Lane outlines appear on the MID.
The system is activated.
■When the System can be Used1Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS)*
You can read about handling information for the
camera equipped with this system.
2 Front Sensor Camera
* P. 363
If the vehicle drifts toward ei th e r l ef t o r r ight lane line
due to the system applying torque, turn off the LKAS
and have your vehicle checked by a dealer.
MAIN Button
LKAS Button
* Not available on all models
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uuWhen Driving uLane Keeping Assist System (LKAS)*
Driving
■The system operation is suspended if
you:
• Set the wipers to continuous operation.
u Turning the wipers off resumes the
LKAS.
• Decrease the vehicle speed to about 40
mph (64 km/h) or less.
u Increasing the vehicle speed to about 45
mph (72 km/h) or more resumes the
LKAS.
• Depress the brake pedal.
u The LKAS resumes and starts detecting
the lane lines again once you release the
brake pedal.
• Set the wiper switch to AUTO and the
wipers operate continuously.
u The LKAS resumes when the wipers stop
or operate intermittently.
When the LKAS is suspended,
the lane lines on the MID
change to contour lines, and
the beeper sounds.
Models with automatic intermittent wipers
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uuMaintenance Under the Hood uOpening the Hood
Maintenance
Opening the Hood
1. Park the vehicle on a level surface, and set
the parking brake.
2. Pull the hood release handle under the
lower left corner of the dashboard.
u The hood will pop up slightly.
3. Push up the hood latch lever in the center
of the hood to release the lock mechanism,
and open the hood.
4. Lift the hood up most of the way.
u The hydraulic supports will lift it up the
rest of the way and hold it up.
When closing, lower it to approximately 12
inches (30 cm), then pr ess down firmly with
your hands.1 Opening the Hood
NOTICE
Do not open the hood when the wiper arms are
raised.
The hood will strike the wipers, and may damage
either the hood or the wipers.
When closing the hood, check that the hood is
securely latched.
If the hood latch lever moves stiffly, or if you can
open the hood without lifti ng the lever, the latch
mechanism should be cleaned and lubricated.
Do not open the hood while the Auto Idle Stop
function is activated.
Models with Auto Idle Stop
Hood Release Handle
Pull
Lever
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Index
547
Index
Index
A
AAC................................................... 238, 248
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) .................. 414
AC Power Outlet ...................................... 194
Accessories and Modifications ................ 438
Accessory Power Sockets ......................... 193
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed Follow (LSF) ................................. 365
Indicator ................................................... 87
Additives Coolant .................................................. 455
Engine Oil ............................................... 450
Washer ................................................... 458
Additives, Engine Oil ............................... 450
Adjusting Armrest .................................................. 185
Front Seats.............................................. 175
Head Restraints ....................... 178, 179, 180
Headlights .............................................. 459
Mirrors.................................................... 172
Rear Seats ............................................... 182
Second Row Seat .................................... 176
Steering Wheel ....................................... 171
Temperature ........................................... 113
Agile Handling Assist System .................. 404
Aha
TM Menu ............................................. 247
AhaTM Radio .............................................. 258
Air Conditioning System (Climate Control
System) .................................................... 200
Changing the Mode................................ 203 Defrosting the Windshield and
Windows ............................................... 207
Dust and Pollen Filter ............................... 484
Rear Climate Control System ................... 208
Recirculation/Fresh Air Mode ................... 205
Sensors .................................................... 212
Synchronized Mode ................................. 204
Using Automatic Climate Control ............ 200
Air Pressure ....................................... 470, 537
Airbags ........................................................ 41
Advanced Airbags ..................................... 47
After a Collision ......................................... 45
Airbag Care ............................................... 55
Driver’s Knee Airbag .................................. 48
Event Data Recorder .................................... 0
Front Airbags (SRS) .................................... 44
Indicator .............................................. 53, 77
Passenger Airbag Off Indicator .................. 54
Sensors ...................................................... 41
Side Airbags .............................................. 50
Side Curtain Airbags .................................. 52
AM/FM Radio ............................................ 231
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) .................. 414
Indicator .................................................... 77
Armrest ..................................................... 185
Audio Remote Controls ............................ 217
Audio System ............................................ 214
Adjusting the Sound ................................ 229
Auxiliary Input Jack .................................. 215
Error Messages ........................................ 254
General Information ................................ 259 Internet Radio ......................................... 245
iPod ........................................................ 241
MP3/WMA/AAC .............................. 238, 248
Reactivating ............................................ 216
Recommended CDs ................................. 260
Recommended Devices............................ 262
Remote Controls ..................................... 217
Security Code .......................................... 216
Shortcuts................................................. 220
Theft Protection ...................................... 216
USB Flash Drives .............................. 248, 262
USB Port.................................................. 215
Authorized Manuals ................................ 545
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking ................. 141
Customize ....................................... 123, 275
Auto Idle Stop .......................................... 355
OFF Button .............................................. 355
Auto Idle Stop Indicator (Green) ............... 83
Auto Idle Stop System Indicator
(Amber) ..................................................... 83
Automatic Intermittent Wipers ............... 164
Automatic Lighting .................................. 160
Automatic Transmission ........................... 346
Creeping ................................................. 346
Fluid ........................................................ 457
Kickdown ................................................ 346
Operating the Shift Button ...................... 349
Shifting ................................................... 347
Auxiliary Input Jack .................................. 215
Average Fuel Economy ............................ 113
Average Speed ......................................... 114
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Index
TRIP Button.............................................. 112
Trip Meter ................................................ 113
Troubleshooting ...................................... 491
Blown Fuse ..................... 523, 526, 528, 529
Brake Pedal Vibrates ................................. 23
Buzzer Sounds When Opening Door ......... 24
Emergency Towing ................................. 531
Engine Won’t Start ................................. 512
Noise When Braking ................................. 25
Overheating ............................................ 517
Puncture/Flat Tire ............................ 493, 500
Rear Door Won’t Open ..................... 23, 140
Warning Indicators.................................... 72
Turn Signals .............................................. 158
Indicators (Instrume nt Panel) ..................... 79
Turn-by-Turn Directions .......................... 115
Two-way Keyless Access Remote ............ 129
U
Under-floor Storage Area....................... 190
Unlocking the Doors ................................ 131
Unlocking the Fron t Doors from the
Inside ................................................. 13, 138
USB Flash Drives ....................................... 262
USB Port .................................................... 215
V
Vanity Mirrors .............................................. 7
Vehicle Identification Number ................ 538Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA®
).................. 402
Off Button ............................................... 403
Off Indicator .............................................. 78
System Indicator ................................ 78, 402
Viscosity (Oil) .................................... 450, 537
VSA ® (Vehicle Stability Assist) .................. 402
W
Warning and Information Messages ......... 92
Warning Indicator On/Blinking ............... 519
Warning Labels ........................................... 69
Warranties (Warranty Manual provided
separately) ............................................... 543
Watts ......................................................... 536
Wear Indicators (Tire) ............................... 474
Wheel Nut Wrench (Jack Handle) ........... 497
Window Washers ...................................... 163
Adding/Refilling Fluid ............................... 458
Switch ..................................................... 163
Windows (Opening and Closing) ............. 152
Windshield ................................................ 163
Cleaning .................................................. 488
Defrosting/Defogging .............................. 207
Washer Fluid ........................................... 458
Wiper Blades ........................................... 465
Wipers and Washers ................................ 163
Winter Tires .............................................. 477
Snow Tires ............................................... 477
Tire Chains .............................................. 477 Wipers and Washers
................................. 163
Automatic Intermittent Wipers ................ 164
Checking and Replacing Wiper Blades ..... 465
Front ....................................................... 163
Rear ........................................................ 165
WMA ................................................. 238, 248
Worn Tires ................................................ 469
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