Tire chains Acura MDX 2017 Owner's Manual

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uuTowing a Trailer uDriving Safely with a Trailer
Continued
Driving
Driving Safely with a Trailer
• Have the trailer properly servic ed and keep it in good condition.
• Make sure that all the weights and load in the vehicle and trailer are within limits.
2Towing Load Limits P. 354
•When towing more than 3,500 lbs (1,590 kg), use of gasoline with a pump
octane number of 91 or higher is recommended.
u Towing performance can be affected by high altitude, high temperature, or
steep uphill.
• Securely attach the hitch, safety chains, and other necessary parts to the trailer.
• Securely store all the items in and on the tra iler so that they do not shift while
driving.
• Check if the lights and brakes on the trailer are working properly.
• Check the pressures of the traile r tires, including the spare.
• Turn off Auto Idle Stop sy stem using Auto Idle Stop OFF button. The trailer
weight can affect your vehicle’s brake effectiveness if Auto Idle Stop is activated
on a hill while towing a trailer.
• Drive slower than normal.
• Obey posted speed limits fo r vehicles with trailers.
• Use the
(D position when towing a trailer on level roads.
■Things You Need To Know Before Towing a Trailer
■Towing Speeds and Gears
1Driving Safely with a Trailer
Parking
In addition to the normal precautions, place wheel
chocks at each of the trailer’s tires.
Models with Auto Idle Stop
1Towing Speeds and Gears
When towing a fixed-sided trailer (e.g., camper), do
not exceed 55 mph (88 km/h).
At higher speeds, the trai ler may sway or affect
vehicle handling.
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uuWhen Driving uAdaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed Follow (LSF)
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Driving
The system may automatically shut off and the ACC indicator will come on under
certain conditions. Some examples of th ese conditions are listed below. Other
conditions may reduce some of the ACC functions.
2 Front Sensor Camera P. 388
■Environmental conditions
Driving in bad weather (r ain, fog, snow, etc.).
■Roadway conditions
Driving on a snowy or wet roadway (obscure d lane marking, vehicle tracks, reflected
lights, road spray, high contrast).
■Vehicle conditions
• The outside of the windshie ld is blocked by dirt, mud, leaves, wet snow, etc.
• An abnormal tire or wheel condition (Wrong sized, varied size or construction,
improperly inflated, compact spare tire
*, etc.).
• The camera temperature gets too hot.
• The parking brake is applied.
• When the front grille is dirty.
• When the front of the vehicle tilts up due to heavy cargo in the cargo area or rear
seats.
• When tire chains are installed.
■ACC with LSF Conditions and Limitations1ACC with LSF Conditions and Limitations
The radar sensor for ACC with LSF is shared with the
Collision Mitigati on Braking System
TM (CMBSTM).
2 Collision Mitigation Braking SystemTM
(CMBSTM) P. 436
You can read about handling information for the
camera equipped with this system. 2 Front Sensor Camera P. 388
* Not available on all models
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uuWhen Driving uRoad Departure Mitigation (RDM) System
Driving
■Roadway conditions
• Driving on a snowy or wet roadway (obs cured lane marking, vehicle tracks,
reflected lights, road spray, high contrast).
• Driving on a road with temporary lane markings.
• Faint, multiple, or varied lane markings are visible on the roadway due to road
repairs or old lane markings.
• The roadway has merging, split, or crossing lines (e.g., such as at an intersection
or crosswalk).
• The lane markings are extremel y narrow, wide, or changing.
• The vehicle in front of you is driving near the lane lines.
• The road is hilly or the vehicle is approaching the crest of a hill.
• Driving on rough or unpaved roads, or over bumpy surfaces.
• When objects on the road (curb, guard rail, pylons, etc.) are recognized as white
lines (or yellow lines).
• When driving on roads with double lines.
■Vehicle conditions
• Headlight lenses are dirty or the h eadlights are not properly adjusted.
• The outside of the windshield is streaked or blocked by dirt, mud, leaves, wet
snow, etc.
• The inside of the windshield is fogged.
• The camera temperature gets too hot.
• An abnormal tire or wheel condition (wro ng sized, varied size or construction,
improperly inflated, compact spare tire
*, etc.).
• The vehicle is tilted due to a heavy load or suspension modifications.
• When tire chains are installed.
* Not available on all models
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uuBraking uAnti-lock Brake System (ABS)
Driving
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)
Helps prevent the wheels from locking up, an d helps you retain steering control by
pumping the brakes rapidly, much faster than you.
The electronic brake distribution (EBD) system, which is part of the ABS, also
balances the front-to-rear braking distri bution according to vehicle loading.
You should never pump the brake pedal. Let the ABS work for you by always
keeping firm, steady pressure on the brake pe dal. This is sometimes referred to as
“stomp and steer.”
■ABS operation
The brake pedal may pulsate slightly when the ABS is working. Keep holding the
pedal firmly down. On dry pavement, you will need to press on the brake pedal very
hard before the ABS activates. However, you may feel the ABS activate immediately
if you are trying to stop on snow or ice.
When the vehicle speed goes unde r 6 mph (10 km/h), the ABS stops.
■ABS1Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)
NOTICE
The ABS may not function correctly if you use an
incorrect tire type and size.
When the ABS indicator comes on while driving,
there may be a problem with the system.
While normal braking is not affected, there is a
possibility of the ABS not operating. Have the vehicle
checked by a dealer immediately.
The ABS does not reduce the ti me or distance it takes
to stop the vehicle. It only helps with steering control
during hard braking.
In the following cases, yo ur vehicle may need more
stopping distance than a vehicle without the ABS:
•When driving on rough road surfaces, including
when driving on uneven surf aces, such as gravel or
snow.
•When tire chains are installed.
You may hear a motor sound coming from the
engine compartment while system checks are being
performed immediately after starting the engine or
while driving. This is normal.
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uuBraking uCollision Mitigation Braking SystemTM (CMBSTM)
Continued
Driving
■Vehicle conditions
• Headlight lenses are dirty or the h eadlights are not properly adjusted.
• The outside of the windshield is blocked by dirt, mud, leaves, wet snow, etc.
• The inside of the windshield is fogged.
• An abnormal tire or wheel condition (wro ng sized, varied size or construction,
improperly inflated, compact spare tire
*, etc.).
• When tire chains are installed.
• The vehicle is tilted due to a heavy load or suspension modifications.
• The camera temperature gets too hot.
• Driving with the parking brake applied.
• When the radar sensor in the front grille gets dirty.
* Not available on all models
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uuChecking and Maintaining Tires uWinter Tires
Maintenance
Winter Tires
If driving on snowy or frozen roads, mount all season marked M+S tires, snow tires,
or tire chains; reduce speed; and maintain sufficient distance be tween vehicles when
driving.
Be particularly careful when operating the steering wheel or brakes to prevent
skidding.
Use tire chains, snow tires, or all season ti res when necessary or according to the law.
When mounting, refer to the following points.
For winter tires:
• Select the size and load ranges that are the same as the original tires.
• Mount the tires to all four wheels.
For tire chains:
• Install them on the front tires only.
• Because your vehicle has limited tire clearance, we strongly recommend using the
chains listed below:
• Follow the chain manufacturer’s instruction when installing. Mount them as
tightly as you can.
• Check that the chains do not to uch the brake lines or suspension.
• Drive slowly.
Cable-type: SCC Cable Chain Super Z LT - ZT735
1Winter Tires
NOTICE
Traction devices that are th e wrong size or improperly
installed can damage your vehicle’s brake lines,
suspension, body, and wheels. Stop driving if they are
hitting any part of the vehicle.
When tire chains are mounted, follow the chain
manufacturer’s instructi ons regarding vehicle
operational limits.
If your vehicle is equipped with summer tires, be
aware that these tires are not designed for winter
driving conditions. For more information, contact a
dealer.
3WARNING
Using the wrong chains, or not properly
installing chains, can damage the brake
lines and cause a crash in which you can be
seriously injured or killed.
Follow all instruction s in this owner’s
manual regarding the selection and use of
tire chains.
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515Continued
Handling the Unexpected
If a Tire Goes Flat
Changing a Flat Tire*
If a tire goes flat while driving, grasp the steering wheel firmly, and brake gradually
to reduce speed. Then, stop in a safe plac e. Replace the flat tire with a compact
spare tire. Go to a dealer as soon as possib le to have the full-size tire repaired or
replaced.
1. Park the vehicle on firm, level, non-slip pery surface and apply the parking brake.
2. Change the gear position to
(P.
3. Turn on the hazard warning lights an d set the power mode to VEHICLE OFF
(LOCK).
1 Changing a Flat Tire*
Periodically check the tire pressure of the compact
spare. It should be set to the specified pressure.
Specified Pressure: 60 psi (420 kPa, 4.2 kgf/cm
2)
When driving with the compact spare tire, keep the
vehicle speed under 50 mph (80 km/h). Replace with
a full-size tire as soon as possible.
The compact spare tire and wheel in your vehicle are
specifically for this model. Do not use them with
another vehicle. Do not us e another type of compact
spare tire or wheel with your vehicle.
Do not mount tire chains on a compact spare tire.
If a chain-mounted front tire goes flat, remove one of
the full-size rear tires and replace it with the compact
spare tire. Remove the flat front tire and replace it
with the full-size tire that was removed from the rear.
Mount the tire chains on the front tire.
Do not use a puncture-repairing agent other than the
one provided in the kit that came with your vehicle (if
equipped). If a different agent is used, you may
permanently damage the tire pressure sensor.
* Not available on all models
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Handling the Unexpected
Emergency Towing
Call a professional towing service if you need to tow your vehicle.
■Flat bed equipment
The operator loads your vehicle on the back of a truck.
This is the best way to transport your vehicle.
■Wheel lift equipment
The tow truck uses two pivoti ng arms that go under the front tires and lift them off
the ground. The rear tires remain on the ground. This is an acceptable way to
tow your vehicle.
1 Emergency Towing
NOTICE
Trying to lift or tow your vehicle by the bumpers will
cause serious damage. The bumpers are not designed
to support the vehicle’s weight.
NOTICE
Improper towing such as towing behind a
motorhome or other motor vehicle can damage the
transmission.
Never tow your vehicle with just a rope or chain.
It is very dangerous since ropes or chains may shift
from side to side or break.
All models
2WD models
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Index
SH-AWD® (Super Handling-All Wheel
DriveTM) ................................................... 423
SH-AWD ® Torque Distribution
Monitor ................................................... 121
Shift Button ........................................ 18, 374
Shifting (Transmission) ...................... 18, 374
Shoulder Anchor ........................................ 37
Side Airbags ............................................... 50
Side Curtain Airbags .................................. 52
Siri Eyes Free ............................................. 275
SiriusXM ® Radio ....................................... 249
Snow Tires ................................................ 498
Spare Tire ......................................... 515, 561
Spark Plugs ............................................... 560
Specifications ........................................... 560
Specified Fuel ................................... 456, 560
Speedometer ............................................ 116
Speed-sensitive Electric Power Steering (EPS) System
Indicator ........................................... 84, 543
SRS Airbags (Airbags) ................................ 44
Starting Assist Brake Function ................ 386
Starting the Engine .................................. 367
Does Not Start ........................................ 534
Jump Starting ......................................... 537
Remote Engine Start ............................... 369
Steering Wheel ........................................ 182
Adjusting ................................................ 182
Heater .................................................... 210
Stopping ................................................... 445
Summer Tires ............................................ 498 Sunglasses Holder
..................................... 210
Super Handling-All Wheel DriveTM
(SH-AWD ®) .............................................. 423
Indicator .................................................... 87
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) ........ 44
Switches (Around the Steering Wheel) ............................................. 4, 5, 163
Synchronized Mode .................................. 217
System Message Indicator .......................... 86
T
Tachometer............................................... 116
Tailgate ..................................................... 150
Unable to Open ....................................... 556
Temperature
Gauge ..................................................... 116
Outside Temperature Display ................... 119
Temperature Gauge ................................. 116
Temperature Sensor ......................... 119, 225
Temporary Tire Repair Kit ........................ 523
Third Row Seat (Folding Down) .............. 197
Third Row Seat Access .............................. 190
Tie-down Anchors .................................... 209
Time (Setting) ........................................... 134
Tire Fill Assist .................................... 424, 545
Tire Pressure Monitoring System
(TPMS) ..................................................... 424
Indicator ............................................ 84, 545
Tire Fill Assist ................................... 424, 545
Tire Repair Kit ........................................... 522 Tires
........................................................... 490
Air Pressure ..................................... 491, 561
Checking and Maintaining ...................... 490
Inspection ............................................... 490
Labeling .................................................. 491
Puncture (Flat Tire) .......................... 515, 522
Regulations ............................................. 493
Rotation .................................................. 497
Spare Tire ........................................ 515, 561
Summer .................................................. 498
Temporary Tire Repair Kit ........................ 523
Tire Chains .............................................. 498
Tire Repair Kit.......................................... 522
Wear Indicators ....................................... 495
Winter..................................................... 498
Tools .......................................................... 514
Towing a Trailer ....................................... 354
Equipment and Accessories ..................... 358
Load Limits .............................................. 354
Towing Your Vehicle ................................ 364
Emergency .............................................. 554
TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitoring
System) .................................................... 424
Indicator............................................ 84, 545
Trailer Stability Assist ............................... 362
Transmission ....................................... 18, 374
Automatic ......................................... 18, 374
Fluid ........................................................ 479
Gear Position Indicator ...................... 79, 376
Number................................................... 562
Sequential Mode ..................................... 380
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Index
TRIP Button............................................... 118
Trip Meter ................................................. 119
Troubleshooting ....................................... 513
Blown Fuse ...................... 546, 549, 551, 552
Brake Pedal Vibrates .................................. 23
Buzzer Sounds When Opening Door .......... 24
Emergency Towing .................................. 554
Engine Won’t Start .................................. 534
Noise When Braking .................................. 25
Overheating............................................. 539
Puncture/Flat Tire ............................. 515, 522
Rear Door Won’t Open ...................... 23, 148
Warning Indicators .................................... 74
Turn Signals ............................................... 166
Indicators (Instrum ent Panel) ...................... 84
Turn-by-Turn Directions ........................... 121
U
Under-floor Storage Area ........................ 204
Unlocking the Doors ................................. 138
Unlocking the Fron t Doors from the
Inside ................................................. 13, 146
USB Flash Drives ........................................ 284
USB Port .................................................... 229
V
Vanity Mirrors ............................................... 7
Vehicle Identification Number ................. 562Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA
®).................. 418
Off Button............................................... 419
Off Indicator.............................................. 83
System Indicator ................................ 83, 418
Viscosity (Oil) .................................... 472, 561
VSA ® (Vehicle Stability Assist) .................. 418
W
Warning and Information Messages ......... 96
Warning Indicator On/Blinking ............... 541
Warning Labels ........................................... 72
Warranties (Warranty Manual provided
separately) .............................................. 567
Watts ......................................................... 560
Wear Indicators (Tire) .............................. 495
Wheel Nut Wrench (Jack Handle) ........... 519
Window Washers ..................................... 174
Adding/Refilling Fluid .............................. 480
Switch ..................................................... 174
Windows (Opening and Closing) ............ 160
Windshield ................................................ 174
Cleaning ................................................. 509
Defrosting/Defogging .............................. 220
Washer Fluid ........................................... 480
Wiper Blades ........................................... 486
Wipers and Washers................................ 174
Winter Tires .............................................. 498
Snow Tires .............................................. 498
Tire Chains .............................................. 498 Wipers and Washers
................................ 174
Automatic Intermittent Wipers ................ 175
Checking and Replacing Wiper Blades..... 486
Front....................................................... 174
Rear ........................................................ 176
WMA ................................................. 260, 270
Worn Tires ................................................ 490
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