wiper Acura MDX 2016 Owner's Guide

465Continued
Maintenance
Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades
Checking Wiper Blades
If the wiper blade rubber has deteriorated, it will leave streaks and the hard surfaces
of the blade may scratch the window glass.
Changing the Front Wiper Blade Rubber
1.Lift the driver side wiper arm first, then the
passenger side.
2. Place a cloth on the edge of the lock tab.
Push the lock tab up with a flat-tip screw
driver.
3. Slide the blade from the wiper arm.
1Changing the Front Wiper Blade Rubber
NOTICE
Avoid dropping the wiper ar m; it may damage the
windshield.
Lock Tab
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Maintenance
4. Slide the wiper blade out from its holder by
pulling the tabbed end out.
5. Remove the retainers from the rubber blade
that has been removed, and mount to a
new rubber blade.
u Correctly align the rubber protrusion and
the retainer grooves.
6. Slide the new wiper blade onto the holder
from the bottom end.
u The tab on the holder should fit in the
indent of the wiper blade.
7. Slide the wiper blade onto the wiper arm,
then push down the lock tab.
8. Lower the passenger side wiper arm first,
then the driver side.
Blade
Retainer Blade
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uuChecking and Maintaining Wiper Blades uChanging the Rear Wiper Blade Rubber
Continued
Maintenance
Changing the Rear Wiper Blade Rubber
1.Raise the wiper arm off.
2. Slide the wiper blade out from the end with
the indent.
3. Remove the retainers from wiper blade and
mount to a new rubber blade.1Changing the Rear Wiper Blade Rubber
NOTICE
Avoid dropping the wiper ar m; it may damage the
windshield.
Blade
Retainer
Rubber
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Maintenance
4. Slide the wiper blade onto the holder.
u Make sure it is engaged correctly, then
install the wiper blade assembly onto the
wiper arm.
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523Continued
Handling the Unexpected
Fuses
Fuse Locations
If any electrical devices are not working, set
the power mode to VEHICLE OFF (LOCK)
and check to see if any applicable fuse is
blown.
Fuse locations are shown on the fuse box
cover. Locate the fuse in question by the
fuse number and box cover number.
Located near the brake fluid reservoir. Push
the tabs to open the box.
■Engine Compartment Fuse
Box Type A
Tab
■Circuit protected and fuse rating
Circuit ProtectedAmps
1STRLD*27.5 A
2−−
3ACG FR15 A
4Washer 15 A
5−−
6 ECU FR 7.5 A
7Starter*27.5 A
8FI Sub 15A
9DBW15 A
10 FI Main 15 A
11IG Coil15 A
12 DRL R 10 A
13DRL L10 A
14 Injector 20 A
15Radio*120 A
*1:Models without Auto Idle Stop
*2:Models with Auto Idle Stop 16 Back Up 10 A
17MG Clutch7.5 A
18 FR Fog*(20 A)
19−−
20 H/L HI R 7.5 A
21−−
22 Small*110 A
23Gear Selector15 A
24 H/L HI L 7.5 A
25−−
26 H/L LO R 10 A
27H/L LO L10 A
28 Oil LVL 7.5 A
29Main Fan30 A
30 Sub Fan 30 A
31Wiper Main30 A
Circuit ProtectedAmps
* Not available on all models
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uuFuses uFuse Locations
Handling the Unexpected
Located on the left side of cargo area.
Remove the cover by prying on the edge of
the cover using a flat-tip screwdriver.
u Wrap the flat-tip screwdriver with a
cloth to prevent scratches.
Fuse locations are shown on the cover.
Locate the fuse in question by the fuse
number and box cover number.
■Rear Fuse Box
Fuse Label
Fuse BoxCover
■Circuit protected and fuse rating
Circuit ProtectedAmps
1PTG Closer20 A
2Trailer Small LT*(20 A)
3−−
4Fuel Lid7.5 A
5Seat Slide20 A
6−−
7RR Heat Seat*(20 A)
8−−
9Trailer Charge*(20 A)
10Trailer Back LT*(7.5 A)
11Trailer Hazard*(7.5 A)
12Rear Wiper10 A
13Rear ECU7.5 A
144WD(20 A)
15−−
16−−
17Trailer E-Brake*(20 A)
18PTG MTR40 A
* Not available on all models
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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
Passenger Airbag Off Indicator................. 54
Passing Indicators ..................................... 159
Power Tailgate ......................................... 144
Power Windows ....................................... 152
Precautions While Driving ....................... 345
Driving Guidelines for Your Utility Vehicle .................................................. 345
Rain ........................................................ 345
Pregnant Women ....................................... 39
Puncture (Tire) ................................. 493, 500
R
Radiator.................................................... 456
Radio (AM/FM) ......................................... 231
Radio (SiriusXM ®)..................................... 235
Radio Data System (RDS) ......................... 233
Range ........................................................ 114
RDS (Radio Data System) ......................... 233
Readiness Codes (Emissions Testing) ...... 541
Rear Climate Control System ................... 208
From the Front Panel............................... 208
From the Rear Panel ................................ 211
Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror
Button ..................................................... 168
Rear Seats ................................................. 182
Second Row Seat ............................ 182, 183
Third Row Seat ....................................... 184
Rearview Mirror ....................................... 172
Refueling .................................................. 435
Fuel Gauge ............................................. 110 Gasoline .......................................... 435, 536
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 76
Regulations ............................... 410, 472, 539
Remote Engine Start with Vehicle Feedback ................................................. 342
Checking Door Lock Status ...................... 136
Remote Transmitter ................................. 131
Replacement
Battery ............................ 480, 481, 482, 483
Bulbs ....................................................... 459
Front Wiper Blade Rubber ........................ 465
Fuses ............................... 523, 526, 528, 529
Rear Wiper Blade Rubber ......................... 467
Tires ........................................................ 475
Reporting Safety Defects ......................... 540
Resetting a Trip Meter ............................. 113
Reverse Tilt Door Mirror .......................... 173
Right Selector Wheel ........................ 111, 117
Road Departure Mitigation (RDM) .......... 389
On and Off .............................................. 391
S
Safe Driving ................................................ 27
Safety Check ............................................... 32
Safety Labels ............................................... 69
Safety Message ............................................. 1
Seat Belts ..................................................... 33
Adjusting the Shoulder Anchor .................. 37
Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners .................. 35
Checking ................................................... 40 Detachable Anchor.................................... 38
e-pretensioners ......................................... 35
Fastening .................................................. 36
Installing a Child Seat
with a Lap/Shoulder
Seat Belt .................................................. 63
Pregnant Women ...................................... 39
Reminder .................................................. 34
Warning Indicator ............................... 34, 76
Seat Heaters ...................................... 197, 198
Seat Ventilation ........................................ 197
Seats .......................................................... 175
Adjusting ................................................ 175
Driver’s Seat Lumbar Support .................. 175
Front Seats .............................................. 175
Rear Seats ............................................... 182
Seat Heaters .................................... 197, 198
Seat Ventilation ....................................... 197
Second Row Seat ............................ 182, 183
Third Row Seat ........................................ 184
Second Row Outer Seats Heaters ............ 198
Second Row Seat (Folding Down) ........... 183
Security System ......................................... 149
Immobilizer System Indicator ..................... 80
Security System Alarm Indicator................. 81
Select Button ............................................ 347
Operation................................................ 349
Select Lever ................................................. 18
Operation.................................................. 18
Selecting a Child Seat ................................. 60
Sequential Mode ...................................... 353
Sequential Mode Operation .................... 354
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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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