Index Acura MDX 2016 Owner's Manual

Contents
Child Safety P. 56Exhaust Gas Hazard P. 68Safety Labels P. 69
Opening and Closing the Tailgate P. 142 Security System P. 149 Opening and Closing the Windows P. 152
Operating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel P. 155 Adjusting the Mirrors P. 172
Interior Lights/Interior Convenience It ems P. 186 Climate Control System P. 200
Audio Error Messages P. 254General Information on the Audio System P. 259
Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink ® P. 284 Compass* P. 318
Off-Highway Driving Guidelines P. 338 When Driving P. 340 Braking P. 412
Refueling P. 435 Fuel Economy P. 437Accessories and Modifications P. 438
Maintenance Under the Hood P. 447 Replacing Light Bulbs P. 459
Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 469 Battery P. 478 Remote Transmitter Care P. 480
Climate Control System Maintenance P. 484 Cleaning P. 485
Engine Does Not Start P. 512Jump Starting P. 515Overheating P. 517
Emergency Towing P. 531 When You Cannot Unlock the Fuel Fill Door P. 532
Devices that Emit Radio Waves P. 539 Reporting Safety Defects P. 540
Authorized Manuals P. 545 Client Service Information P. 546
Quick Reference GuideP. 4
Safe DrivingP. 27
Instrument PanelP. 71
ControlsP. 127
FeaturesP. 213
DrivingP. 321
MaintenanceP. 439
Handling the UnexpectedP. 491
InformationP. 535
IndexP. 547
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Quick Reference Guide
Quick Reference Guide
Visual Index
❙Steering Wheel Adjustments (P171)
❙ENGINE START/STOP Button (P155)
❙Navigation System*
() See the Navigation System Manual
❙Audio/Information Screen (P225)
❙Hazard Warning Button
❙On Demand Multi-Use DisplayTM (P219)
❙Audio System (P214)
❙System Indicators (P72)
❙Gauges (P110)
❙Multi-Information Display
(MID)
(P111)
❙Climate Control System (P200)
❙Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror
Button
(P168)
❙ (Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA ®)
System OFF) Button
(P403)
❙Parking Sensor System Button* (P427)
❙Collision Mitigation Braking SystemTM
(CMBSTM) OFF Button* (P419)
❙Headlight Washer Button* (P166)
❙ (Surround View Camera) Button*
() See the Navigation System Manual
Canadian models
❙Heated Windshield Button* (P168)
❙Road Departure Mitigation (RDM)
Button* (P391)
❙Lane Departure Warning (LDW) Button*
(P386)
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Visual Index
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Quick Reference Guide❙Power Window Switches (P152)
❙Hood Release Handle (P448)
❙Driver’s Side Interior Fuse Box (P526)
❙Driver’s Knee Airbag (P48)
❙Memory Buttons (P170)
❙SET Button (P170)
❙Shift Button
Electronic Gear Selector
(P347)
❙USB Port (P215)
❙Rearview Mirror (P172)
❙Driver’s Front Airbag (P44)
❙Parking Brake (P412)
❙Accessory Power Socket (P193)
❙Passenger’s Side Interior Fuse
Box
(P528)
❙Glove Box (P188)
❙Door Mirror Controls (P173)
❙Power Door Lock Master Switch (P140)
❙Driver’s Side Interior Fuse Box* (P527)
❙Passenger’s Front Airbag (P44)
❙Power Tailgate Button (P146)
❙Fuel Fill Door Release Button
(P436)
❙IDS Button (P359)
❙Accessory Power Socket (P193)
❙Auxiliary Input Jack (P215)
❙Auto Idle Stop OFF Button* (P355)
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Visual Index
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Quick Reference Guide
❙How to Refuel (P436)
❙High-Mount Brake Light (P464)
❙Opening/Closing the Tailgate (P143)
❙Back-Up Lights (P463)
❙Multi-View Rear Camera* (P434)
❙Tailgate Outer Handle (P143)
❙Rear Side Marker Lights (P462)
❙Taillights (P462)
❙Brake Light and Rear Turn Signal Lights
(P461)
❙Rear Wiper (P165)
❙Maintenance Under the Hood (P447)
❙Windshield Wipers (P163, 465)
❙Tires (P469, 493)
❙Door Lock/Unlock Control (P131)
❙Power Door Mirrors (P173)
❙Headlights (P159, 459)
❙Side Marker Lights (P159, 460)
❙Front Turn Signal/Parking Lights (P158, 460)
❙Fog Lights* (P459)
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uuChecking and Maintaining Tires uTire and Loading Information Label
Maintenance
Tire and Loading Information Label
The label attached to the driver’s doorj amb provides necessary tire and loading
information.
Tire Labeling
The tires that came on your vehicle have a
number of markings. Those you should be
aware of are described below.
Whenever tires are replaced, they should be replaced with tires of the same size.
1 Tire and Loading Information Label
The tire and loading informat ion label attached to the
driver’s doorjamb contains:
aThe number of people your vehicle can carry.
bThe total weight your vehicle can carry. Do not
exceed this weight.
cThe original tire sizes for front, rear, and spare.
dThe proper cold tire pressure for front, rear, and
spare.
Label
Example
Example Tire Size
Tire
Identification
Number (TIN)
Maximum
Tire Load
Maximum
Tire Pressure
Tire Size
■Tire Sizes
1 Tire Sizes
Following is an example of tire size with an
explanation of what each component means.
P235/60R18 102V
P: Vehicle type (P indi cates passenger vehicle).
235: Tire width in millimeters.
60: Aspect ratio (the tire’s section height as a
percentage of its width).
R: Tire construction code (R indicates radial).
18: Rim diameter in inches.
102: Load index (a numerical code associated with
the maximum load the tire can carry).
V: Speed symbol (an alphab etical code indicating the
maximum speed rating).
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Index
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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
AWD.......................................................... 407
B
Back-Up Light ............................................ 463
Battery ....................................................... 478
Charging System Indicator ................. 73, 519
Jump Starting .......................................... 515
Maintenance (Checking the Battery) ........ 478
Belts (Seat) .................................................. 33
Beverage Holders ...................................... 191
Blind Spot Information (BSI) System ........ 405
Indicator .................................................... 90
Bluetooth ® Audio ..................................... 251
Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ®..................... 284
Booster Seats (For Children) ....................... 67
Brake System ............................................. 412
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ................... 414
Brake Assist System ................................. 415
Brake System Indicator............................... 72
Fluid ........................................................ 458
Foot Brake ............................................... 413
Indicator ............................................ 72, 521
Parking Brake .......................................... 412
Brake System (Amber) Indicator .................................................... 72
Brake System (Red)
Indicator ............................................ 72, 521
Brightness Control (Instrument Panel) .... 167
BSI (Blind Spot Information) System ........ 405Bulb Replacement
.................................... 459
Back-Up Light.......................................... 463
Brake Light and Turn Signal Light ............ 461
Daytime Running Light ............................ 162
Fog Lights ............................................... 459
Front Turn Signal/Front Side Marker/ Parking Light ......................................... 460
Headlights ............................................... 459
High-Mount Brake Light .......................... 464
LED Puddle Light ..................................... 464
Puddle Lights........................................... 464
Rear License Plate Light ........................... 464
Side Turn Signal/Emergency Indicator Light...................................................... 460
Taillight and Rear Si de Marker Light ........ 462
Bulb Specifications ................................... 536
C
Car Wash Mode........................................ 351
Carbon Monoxide Gas ............................... 68
Carrying Cargo ................................. 323, 325
CD Player ................................................... 238
Center Pocket ........................................... 190
Certification Label .................................... 538
Changing Bulbs ........................................ 459
Charging System Indicator ................. 73, 519
Child Safety ................................................. 56
Childproof Door Locks............................. 140
Child Seat .................................................... 56
Booster Seats ............................................ 67 Child Seat for Infants ................................ 58
Child Seat for Small Children .................... 59
Installing a Child Seat
with a Lap/Shoulder
Seat Belt ................................................. 63
Larger Children ......................................... 66
Rear-facing Child Seat............................... 58
Selecting a Child Seat ............................... 60
Childproof Door Locks ............................. 140
Cleaning the Exterior ............................... 487
Cleaning the Interior ............................... 485
Client Service Information ....................... 546
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
Clock ......................................................... 128
CMBS
TM (Collision Mitigation Braking
SystemTM) ................................................ 416
Coat Hook ................................................ 195
Collision Mitigation Braking System
TM
(CMBSTM) ................................................. 416
Compact Spare Tire .......................... 493, 537
Compass .................................................... 318
Console Compartment ............................. 189
Controls .................................................... 127
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Index
Coolant (Engine)...................................... 455
Adding to the Radiator ........................... 456
Adding to the Reserve Tank .................... 455
Overheating ............................................ 517
Creeping (Automatic Transmission) ........ 346
Cross Traffic Monitor ............................... 430
Cruise Control .......................................... 360
Indicator ................................................... 81
Cup Holders .............................................. 191
Customized Features ....................... 117, 263
D
Daytime Running Lights .......................... 162
Dead Battery ............................................ 515
Defrosting the Windshield and
Windows ................................................. 207
Detachable Anchor .................................... 38
Devices that Emit Radio Waves ............... 539
Dimming Headlights .............................................. 159
Rearview Mirror ...................................... 172
Dipstick (Engine Oil) ................................ 451
Directional Signals (Turn Signal) ............. 158
Door Mirrors ............................................. 173
Doors ........................................................ 129
Auto Door Locking.................................. 141
Auto Door Unlocking .............................. 141
Door Open Message ................................. 32
Keys........................................................ 129 Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the
Inside............................................... 13, 138
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside.................................................. 131
Lockout Prevention System ...................... 135
DOT Tire Quality Grading ........................ 472
Driver’s Knee Airbag .................................. 48
Driving ....................................................... 321
Automatic Transmission ........................... 346
Braking .................................................... 412
Cruise Control ......................................... 360
Off-Highway Driving Guidelines ............... 338
Shifting Gear ........................................... 347
Starting the Engine .................................. 340
Driving Position Memory System ............. 169
Dust and Pollen Filter ............................... 484
E
Elapsed Time............................................. 114
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ............. 402
Emergency ................................................ 531
Emissions Testing (Readiness Codes) ....... 541
Engine ....................................................... 538
Coolant ................................................... 455
Jump Starting .......................................... 515
Oil ........................................................... 450
Remote Engine Start ................................ 342
Starting ................................................... 340
Engine Compartment Cover .................... 449Engine Coolant
......................................... 455
Adding to the Radiator ............................ 456
Adding to the Reserve Tank..................... 455
Overheating ............................................ 517
Temperature Gauge ................................ 110
Engine Oil ................................................. 450
Adding .................................................... 452
Checking................................................. 451
Displaying Oil Life .................................... 443
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 73, 519
Recommended Engine Oil ....................... 450
ENGINE START/STOP Button .................... 155
e-pretensioners ........................................... 35
EPS (Electric Power Steering)
System ............................................... 79, 521
Exhaust Gas Hazard (Carbon Monoxide) .. 68
Exterior Care (Cleaning) ........................... 487
Exterior Mirrors ........................................ 173F
FCW (Forward Collision Warning) ........... 379
Features .................................................... 213
Filters
Dust and Pollen ....................................... 484
Oil ........................................................... 453
Flat Tire ............................................. 493, 500
Floor Mats ................................................. 486
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Index
FluidsAutomatic Transmission ........................... 457
Brake ....................................................... 458
Engine Coolant ........................................ 455
Windshield Washer .................................. 458
Fog Lights .................................................. 162
Folding Down the Second Row Seat ....... 183
Folding Down the Third Row Seat .......... 184
Foot Brake ................................................. 413
Forward Collision Warning (FCW) with Pedestrian Detection .............................. 379
Front Airbags (SRS) ..................................... 44
Front Seats ................................................ 175
Adjusting ................................................. 175
Front Sensor Camera ................................ 363
Fuel ...................................................... 20, 435
Economy ................................................. 437
Gauge ..................................................... 110
Instant Fuel Economy ............................... 114
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 76
Range ...................................................... 114
Recommendation .................................... 435
Refueling ................................................. 435
Fuel Economy ............................................ 437
Fuel Fill Cap ......................................... 20, 436
Message .................................................. 520
Fuel Fill Door ....................................... 20, 436
Unable to Unlock ..................................... 532
Fuses .......................................................... 523
Inspecting and Changing ......................... 530
Locations ......................... 523, 526, 528, 529G
Gasoline (Fuel)
Economy ................................................. 437
Gauge ..................................................... 110
Information ............................................. 435
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 76
Refueling................................................. 435
Gauges ...................................................... 110
Gear Position Indicator ...................... 74, 349
Gear Shift Positions Automatic Transmission .......................... 347
Glass (care) ................................................ 488
Glove Box .................................................. 188
H
Handling the Unexpected ........................ 491
HandsFreeLink ® (HFL) ............................... 284
Auto Answer ........................................... 299
Automatic Import of Cellular Phonebook
and Call History ..................................... 301
Automatic Transferring............................ 299
Displaying Messages................................ 314
HFL Buttons............................................. 284
HFL Menus .............................................. 286
HFL Status Display ................................... 285
Limitations for Manual Operation ............ 285
Making a Call .......................................... 305
Options During a Call .............................. 311
Phone Setup............................................ 291
Receiving a Call ....................................... 310 Receiving a Text Message/e-mail ............. 312
Ring Tone ............................................... 300
Selecting a Mail Account......................... 313
Speed Dial .............................................. 302
To Create a Security PIN .......................... 298
To Set Up a Text/e-mail message
Options ................................................. 296
Use Contact Photo .................................. 300
Hazard Warning Button .............................. 4
HDMI Jack ..................................................... 7
Head Restraints ........................ 178, 179, 180
Headlight Washers ................................... 166
Headlights ................................................ 159
Aiming.................................................... 459
Automatic Operation .............................. 160
Dimming......................................... 159, 162
Operating ............................................... 159
Heated Door Mirrors ............................... 168
Heated Steering Wheel ........................... 196
Heated Windshield Button ...................... 168
Heater (Steering Wheel) .......................... 196
Heaters (Seat) ................................... 197, 198
HFL (HandsFreeLink ®) .............................. 284
High Beam Indicator .................................. 79
Hill Start Assist System ............................. 344
HomeLink ® Universal Transceiver ........... 282
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Identification Numbers ............................ 538
Engine and Transmission ......................... 538
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Index
Vehicle Identification............................... 538
IDS (Integrated Dynamics System) .......... 359
IDS Button ................................................ 359
Illumination Control ................................ 167
Button .................................................... 167
Immobilizer System .................................. 149
Indicator ................................................... 80
Indicators .................................................... 72
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed Follow (LSF) ................... 87, 365
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) .................... 77
Auto Idle Stop........................................... 83
Auto Idle Stop System ............................... 83
Blind Spot Information (BSI) .............. 90, 406
Brake System (Amber) ............................... 72
Brake System (Red) ........................... 72, 521
Charging System............................... 73, 519
Collision Mitigati on Braking System
TM
(CMBSTM) .......................................... 90, 91
CRUISE CONTROL ............................. 81, 361
CRUISE MAIN.................................... 81, 360
Fog Lights ................................................. 80
Gear Position ............................................ 74
High Beam ................................................ 79
Immobilizer System ................................... 80
Keyless Access System............................... 82
Lane Departure Warning (LDW) ................ 85
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) ... 89, 396
Lights On .................................................. 80
Low Fuel ................................................... 76
Low Oil Pressure ............................... 73, 519 Low Tire Pressure/TPMS ............................. 79
Malfunction Indicator Lamp ............... 73, 520
Parking Brake and Brake System ........ 72, 521
Road Departure Mitigation (RDM) .............. 86
Seat Belt Reminder .............................. 34, 76
Security System Alarm ............................... 81
Speed-sensitive Electric Power Steering
(EPS) System .................................... 79, 521
Super Handling-All Wheel Drive
TM.............. 82
Supplemental Restraint System ............ 53, 77
System Message ........................................ 81
Turn Signal ................................................ 79
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA ®)
System............................................. 78, 402
VSA ® OFF .......................................... 78, 403
Information ............................................... 535
Instrument Panel ........................................ 71
Brightness Control ................................... 167
Integrated Dynamics System (IDS) ........... 359
IDS Button ............................................... 359
Interface Dial ............................................ 218
Interior Lights ........................................... 186
Interior Rearview Mirror .......................... 172
iPhone ............................................... 245, 262
iPod ................................................... 241, 262
J
Jack (Wheel Nut Wrench) ........................ 497
Jump Starting ........................................... 515
K
Key Number Tag ....................................... 130
Keyless Access System .............................. 132
Keyless Lockout Prevention ..................... 135
Keys ........................................................... 129
Lockout Prevention.................................. 135
Number Tag ............................................ 130
Rear Door Won’t Open............................ 140
Remote Transmitter ................................. 131
Two-way Keyless Access Remote ............. 129
Types and Functions ................................ 129
Kickdown (Automatic Transmission) ....... 346
L
Lane Departure Warning (LDW)............. 385
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) ......... 394
Indicator.................................................... 89
Language (HFL) ........................................ 285
LATCH (Child Seats) .............................. 61, 64
LDW (Lane Departure Warning) ............. 385
LED Puddle Light ...................................... 134
Lights ................................................. 159, 459
Automatic ............................................... 160
Bulb Replacement ................................... 459
Daytime Running Lights........................... 162
High Beam Indicator .................................. 79
Interior .................................................... 186
Light Switches ......................................... 159
Lights On Indicator .................................... 80
Turn Signals ............................................ 158
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