Acura MDX 2018 Owner's Manual
Manufacturer: ACURA, Model Year: 2018, Model line: MDX, Model: Acura MDX 2018Pages: 697, PDF Size: 38.45 MB
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*1:Default SettingSetup Group Customizable Features
Description Selectable Settings
Meter Setup Language Selection
Changes the displayed language. English
*1/Français /Español
Adjust Outside Temp. 
Display Adjusts the temperature reading by a few degrees. -5°F ~ 
±0°F
*1 ~ +5°F (U.S.)
-3°C  ~ ±0°C
*1 ~ +3°C  (Canada)
“Trip A” Reset Timing Changes the setting of how to reset trip meter A, 
average fuel economy A,
 average speed A, and 
elapsed time A. When Refueled
/IGN Off /
Manually Reset
*1
“Trip B” Reset Timing Changes the setting of how to reset trip meter B, 
average fuel economy B,
 average speed B, and 
elapsed time B. When Refueled
/IGN Off /
Manually Reset*1
Reverse Alert Tone Causes the beeper to soun
d once when the change 
the gear position to (R. On*1/
Off
Auto Engine Idle Stop 
Guidance Screens
*Selects whether the Auto Id le Stop guidance screens 
comes on. On
/Off*1
Turn by Turn Display*Select whether the turn-by -turn display comes on 
during the route guidance. On*1/
Off
* Not available on all models
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*1: Default SettingSetup Group Customizable Features
Description Selectable Settings
Driving 
Position 
SetupMemory Position LinkTurns the driving position memory system on and 
off.On*1/ Off
Easy Entry/Exit
Moves the seat rearward an d steering wheel fully up 
when you get in/get out of the vehicle. Changes the 
setting for this feature.Seat & Steering Wheel*1/
Seat Only/ Steering Wheel 
Only /Off
Keyless 
Access Setup Door Unlock Mode
Changes which doors unlock when you grab the 
driver’s door handle. Driver’s Door or Tailgate 
Only
*1/
All Doors
Keyless Access Beep 
Volume
*Changes the beep volume. High*1/Low
Keyless Access Light 
Flash Causes some exterior li
ghts to flash when you 
unlock/lock the doors. On
*1/
Off
Keyless Access Beep Causes the beeper to sound when you unlock/lock 
the doors. On
*1/
Off
Remote Start System 
On/Off
*Turns the remote engine start feature on and off. On*1/Off
Walk Away Auto Lock Changes the settings for th
e automatic locking the 
doors when you walk away  from the vehicle while 
carrying the keyless  access remote. On
/Off
*1
* Not available on all models
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*1: Default SettingSetup Group Customizable Features
Description Selectable Settings
Lighting 
Setup
Interior Light Dimming 
TimeChanges the length of time the interior lights stay 
on after you close the doors.60sec /30sec*1/ 15sec
Headlight Auto Off 
TimerChanges the length of time  the exterior lights stay 
on after you close the driver’s door.60sec /30sec /15sec*1/0sec
Auto Light  SensitivityChanges the timing for the headlights to come on.Max/High /Mid*1/Low /Min
Door Setup Auto Door Lock
Changes the setting for when the doors 
automatically lock. With Vehicle Speed
*1/
Shift 
From P /Off
Auto Door Unlock Changes the setting for when the doors 
automatically unlock. All Doors When Driver’s 
Door Opens
*1/
All Doors 
When Shifted To Park /All 
Doors When Ignition 
Switched Off/Off
Key And Remote Unlock 
Mode Sets up either the driver’s door or all doors to unlock 
on the first operation of the remote or built-in key.
Driver Door
*1/
All Doors
Keyless Lock Answer 
Back LOCK/UNLOCK- The exterior lights flash.
LOCK (2nd push)- The beeper sounds.
On
*1/
Off
Security Relock Timer Changes the time it takes for the doors to relock and 
the security system to set after you unlock the 
vehicle without opening any door.
90sec
/60sec /30sec
*1
Auto Folding Door 
Mirror*Changes how you can fold the door mirrors. Auto Fold Wi
th Keyless*1/
Manual Only
* Not available on all models
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*1: Default SettingSetup Group Customizable Features
Description Selectable Settings
Power 
Tailgate SetupKeyless Open ModeChanges the keyless setting for when the power 
tailgate opens.Anytime*1/When Unlocked
Power Open By Outer 
HandleChanges the setting to open power tailgate by 
tailgate outer handle.Off (Manual Only) /On 
(Power/Manual)*1
Dynamic 
Mode SetupPreferred Dynamic 
ModeChanges the Dynamic Mode setting for when you 
set the power mode to ON.Last Used*1/ Comfort /
Normal /Sport
Maintenance 
Info.Maintenance ResetResets/Cancels the engine oil life display when you 
have performed the maintenance service. Cancel/ Reset
Default All —Cancels/Resets all the 
customized settings as 
default. Cancel/
Set
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■Example of customization settings
The steps for changing the  “Trip A” Reset Timing setting to When Refueled  are 
shown below. The default setting for  “Trip A” Reset Timing is Manually Reset .
1. Roll the multi-function steering-wheel 
controls to select  Vehicle Settings, then 
push the multi-functi on steering-wheel 
controls. 
2. Roll the multi-function steering-wheel 
controls until  Meter Setup  appears on the 
display.
3. Push the multi-function steering-wheel 
controls.
u Language Selection  appears first on 
the display.
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4. Roll the multi-function steering-wheel 
controls until  “Trip A” Reset Timing 
appears on the display, then push the multi-
function steering-wheel controls.
u The display swit ches to the 
customization setup screen, where you 
can select  When Refueled , IGN Off, 
Manually Reset , or Exit .
5. Roll the multi-function steering-wheel 
controls and select  When Refueled, then 
push the multi-func tion steering-wheel 
controls.
u The When Refueled Setup screen 
appears, then the di splay returns to the 
customization menu screen.
6. Roll the multi-function steering-wheel 
controls until  Exit appears on the display, 
then push the multi-function steering-
wheel controls.
7. Repeat Step 6 until you return to the 
normal screen.
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Controls
This chapter explains how to operate the various controls necessary for driving.
Clock.................................................. 138
Locking and Unlocking the Doors Key Types and Functions .................. 139
Low Keyless Access Remote Signal Strength ......................................... 141
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the 
Outside .......................................... 142
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the  Inside ............................................. 151
Childproof Door Locks ..................... 153
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking .......... 154
Opening and Closing the Tailgate ... 155
Security System Immobilizer System .......................... 163
Security System Alarm ...................... 163 Opening and Closing the Windows
... 166
Opening and Closing the Moonroof .. 168
Operating the Switches Around the 
Steering Wheel ENGINE START/STOP Button............. 169
Turn Signals ..................................... 172
Light Switches.................................. 173
Fog Lights
*...................................... 176
Daytime Running Lights ................... 176
Auto High-Beam .............................. 177
Wipers and Washers ........................ 180
Brightness Control ........................... 184
Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror Button.. 185Driving Position Memory System ...... 186
Adjusting the Steering Wheel........... 188 Adjusting the Mirrors
Interior Rearview Mirror ................... 189
Power Door Mirrors ......................... 190
Adjusting the Seats Front Seats ...................................... 192
Second Row Seats ........................... 194
Third Row Seats ............................... 203
Armrest ........................................... 204
Interior Lights/Interior Convenience Items
Interior Lights .................................. 206
Interior Convenience Items .............. 208
Climate Control System
Using Automatic Climate Control .... 219
Rear Climate Control System ........... 226
Automatic Climate Control Sensors ... 230
* Not available on all models
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Controls
Clock
Adjusting the Clock
You can adjust the time manually in the information screen, with the power mode 
in ON.
■Using the Settings menu on  the information screen
1.Press the SETTINGS button.
2. Rotate   to select  Clock Settings, then 
press .
u Repeat the procedure to select  Clock 
Adjustment .
3. Rotate   to change hour, then move  .
4. Rotate   to change minute, then press 
.
■Adjusting the Time
1Clock
These indications are used  to show how to operate 
the interface dial.
Rotate   to select.
Press  to enter.
Move   to select  a secondary menu.
You can customize the clock display to show the 12 
hour clock or 24 hour clock. 2 Customized Features  P. 358
You can turn the clock display in the information 
screen on and off. 2 Customized Features  P. 358
You cannot adjust the time while the vehicle is 
moving.
The clock is automatica lly updated through the 
navigation system, so the ti me does not need to be 
adjusted.
Except Canadian models
Models with navigation system
Models without navigation system
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Controls
Locking and Unlocking the Doors
Key Types and Functions
This vehicle comes with the following keys:
Use the keys to start and stop the engine, and 
to lock and unlock all the doors and tailgate. 
You can also use the keyless access system to 
lock and unlock all the doors and tailgate.1Key Types and Functions
All the keys have an immobilizer system. The 
immobilizer system helps to  protect against vehicle 
theft. 2 Immobilizer System  P. 163
Follow the advice below to  prevent damage to the 
keys:
•Do not leave the keys in  direct sunlight, or in 
locations with high temperature or high humidity.
•Do not drop the keys or set heavy objects on them.•Keep the keys away from liquids, dust and sand.
•Do not take the keys apart except for replacing the 
battery.
If the circuits in the keys  are damaged, the engine 
may not start, and the keyless access system may not 
work.
If the keys do not work properly, have them 
inspected by a dealer.
You can remotely start the  engine using the two-way 
keyless access remote. 2 Remote Engine Start with Vehicle 
Feedback
* P. 467
Models with two-way keyless access remote
Models with two-way keyless 
access remote
Models without two-way keyless 
access remote
* Not available on all models
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