brake sensor Acura MDX 2018 User Guide

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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 high.
• 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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uuBraking uCollision Mitigation Braking SystemTM (CMBSTM)
Driving
■Detection limitations
• A vehicle or pedestrian suddenly crosses in front of you.
• The distance between your vehicle and the vehicle or pedestrian ahead of you is
too short.
• A vehicle cuts in front of you at a slow speed, and it brakes suddenly.
• When you accelerate rapidly and approach the vehicle or pedestrian ahead of you
at high speed.
• The vehicle ahead of you is a motorcycle, bicycle, mobility scooter or other small
vehicle.
• When there are animals in front of your vehicle.
• When you drive on a cu rved, winding or undulating road that makes it difficult for
the sensor to properly detect a vehicle in front of you.
• The speed difference between your vehicle an d a vehicle or pedestrian in front of
you is significantly large.
• An oncoming vehicle suddenly comes in front of you.
• Another vehicle suddenly comes in front of you at an intersection, etc.
• Your vehicle abruptly crosses over in front of an oncoming vehicle.
• When driving through a narrow iron bridge.
• When the lead vehicle suddenly slows down.
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627Continued
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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uuIf a Tire Goes Flat uTemporarily Repairing a Flat Tire*
Handling the Unexpected
Temporarily Repairing a Flat Tire*
If the tire has a large cut or is otherwise se verely damaged, you will need to have the
vehicle towed. If the tire only has a smal l puncture, from a nail for instance, you can
use the temporary tire repair kit so that you can drive to the nearest service station
for a more permanent repair.
If a tire goes flat while driving, grasp the steering wheel firmly, and brake gradually
to reduce speed. Then stop in a safe place.
1. Park the vehicle on a firm, level, and non-slippery 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 Temporarily Repairing a Flat Tire*
The kit should not be used in the following situations.
Instead, contact a dealer or roadside assistance to
have the vehicle towed.
•The tire sealant has expired.
•More than one tire is punctured.•The puncture or cut is larger than 3/16 inch (4mm).
•The tire side wall is da maged or the puncture is
outside the contact area.
•Damage has been caused by driving with the tire
extremely under inflated.
•The tire bead is no longer seated.
•The rim is damaged.
Do not remove a nail or screw that punctured the
tire. If you remove it from the tire, you may not be
able to repair the puncture using the kit.
NOTICE
Do not use a puncture-repairing agent other than the
one provided in the kit that came with your vehicle. If
a different agent is used, you may permanently
damage the tire pressure sensor.
When the puncture is:Kit Use
Smaller than 3/16 inch (4 mm)Yes
Larger than 3/16 inch (4 mm)No
Contact
Area
* Not available on all models
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Index
687
Index
Index
A
AAC................................................... 268, 293
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) .................. 534
AC Power Outlet ...................................... 214
Accessories and Modifications ................ 623
Accessory Power Sockets ......................... 213
AcuraLink ................................................. 435
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low
Speed Follow (LSF) ................................. 489
Indicator ................................................... 95
Additives
Coolant .................................................. 589
Engine Oil ............................................... 584
Washer ................................................... 592
Additives, Engine Oil ............................... 584
Adjusting Armrest .................................................. 204
Front Seats.............................................. 192
Head Restraints ....................... 198, 200, 201
Headlights .............................................. 593
Mirrors.................................................... 189
Rear Seats ............................................... 203
Steering Wheel ....................................... 188
Temperature ........................................... 122
Agile Handling Assist ............................... 519
Air Conditioning System (Climate Control System) .................................................... 219
Changing the Mode................................ 222
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows .............................................. 225
Dust and Pollen Filter .............................. 617 Rear Climate Control System ................... 226
Sensors .................................................... 230
Synchronized Mode ................................. 223
Using Automatic Climate Control ............ 219
Air Pressure ....................................... 603, 673
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, 86
Passenger Front Airbag Off Indicator ......... 54
Sensors ...................................................... 41
Side Airbags .............................................. 50
Side Curtain Airbags .................................. 52
AM/FM Radio ............................................ 254
Android Auto ............................................ 303
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) .................. 534
Indicator .................................................... 86
Apple CarPlay ........................................... 299
Armrest ..................................................... 204
Audio Remote Controls ............................ 237
Audio System ............................................ 232
Adjusting the Sound ................................ 249
Auxiliary Input Jack .................................. 236
Error Messages ........................................ 308
General Information ................................ 316
HDD ........................................................ 271
Internet Radio .......................................... 291 iPhone............................................. 291, 318
iPod ........................................................ 284
MP3/WMA/AAC .............................. 268, 293
Reactivating ............................................ 236
Recommended CDs ................................. 317
Recommended Devices............................ 318
Remote Controls ..................................... 237
Security Code .......................................... 236
Theft Protection ...................................... 236
USB Flash Drives ...................................... 318
USB Port.................................................. 233
Authorized Manuals ................................ 682
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking ................. 154
Customize ....................................... 132, 374
Auto High-Beam ....................................... 177
Indicator.................................................... 86
Auto Idle Stop .......................................... 480
OFF Button .............................................. 481
Auto Idle Stop Indicator (Green) ............... 92
Auto Idle Stop System Indicator (Amber) ..................................................... 92
Automatic Brake Hold ............................. 532
Indicator.................................................. 532
Automatic Brake Hold System Indicator.................................................. 532
Automatic Folding Door Mirror ..............
191
Automatic Intermittent Wipers ............... 181
Automatic Lighting ................

.................. 174
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Index
Automatic Transmission........................... 471
Creeping ................................................. 471
Fluid ........................................................ 591
Kickdown ................................................ 471
Operating the Shift Button....................... 474
Shifting.................................................... 472
Auxiliary Console Panel ............................ 336
Auxiliary Input Jack .................................. 236
Average Fuel Economy ............................. 122
Average Speed .......................................... 123
AWD .......................................................... 523
B
Back-Up Light ............................................ 596
Battery ....................................................... 611
Charging System Indicator ................. 82, 653
Jump Starting .......................................... 649
Maintenance (Checking the Battery) ........ 611
Belts (Seat) .................................................. 33
Beverage Holders ...................................... 211
Blind Spot Information (BSI) System ........ 520
Indicator .................................................... 99
Bluetooth ® Audio ..................................... 296
Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ®..................... 393
Blu-ray/DVD Rear Entertainment System Operating the System .............................. 339
Overhead Screen ..................................... 338
Playing a DVD/Blu-ray
TM........................... 340
Booster Seats (For Children) ....................... 73Brake System
............................................ 528
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)................... 534
Automatic Brake Hold ............................. 532
Brake Assist System ................................. 535
Brake System Indicator .............................. 79
Fluid ........................................................ 592
Foot Brake............................................... 531
Indicator...................................... 78, 79, 655
Parking Brake .......................................... 528
Brake System (Amber) Indicator.................................................... 79
Brake System (Red) Indicator............................................ 78, 655
Brightness Control (Instrument Panel).... 184
BSI (Blind Spot Information) System ....... 520
Built-in Key ............................................... 140
Bulb Replacement .................................... 593
Back-Up Light.......................................... 596
Brake Light and Rear Turn Signal Light .... 594
Fog Lights ............................................... 593
Front Turn Signal/Parking, Daytime Running and Front Side Marker Lights ... 593
Headlights ............................................... 593
High-Mount Brake Light .......................... 597
Puddle Lights........................................... 597
Rear License Plate Lights .......................... 597
Side Turn Signal/Emergency Indicator Lights .................................................... 593
Taillights.................................................. 596
Taillights/Rear Side Maker Lights.............. 595
Bulb Specifications ................................... 672
C
CAMERA Button....................................... 559
Carbon Monoxide Gas ............................... 74
Carrying Cargo ................................. 447, 449
CD Player .................................................. 268
Center Pocket ........................................... 210
Certification Label ................................... 674
Changing Bulbs ........................................ 593
Charging System Indicator ................ 82, 653
Child Safety ................................................ 56
Childproof Door Locks ............................ 153
Child Seat ................................................... 56
Booster Seats ............................................ 73
Child Seat for Infants ................................ 58
Child Seat for Small Children .................... 59
Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/Shoulder
Seat Belt ................................................. 66
Larger Children ......................................... 72
Rear-facing Child Seat............................... 58
Selecting a Child Seat ............................... 60
Childproof Door Locks ............................. 153
Cleaning the Exterior ............................... 620
Cleaning the Interior ............................... 618
Client Service Information ....................... 683
Climate Control System ........................... 219
Changing the Mode................................ 222
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows .............................................. 225
Dust and Pollen Filter .............................. 617
Rear Climate Control System................... 226
Sensors ................................................... 230
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Index
F
Features..................................................... 231
Filters Dust and Pollen ....................................... 617
Oil ........................................................... 587
Flat Tire ............................................. 627, 634
Floor Mats ................................................. 619
Fluids
Automatic Transmission ........................... 591
Brake ....................................................... 592
Engine Coolant ........................................ 589
Windshield Washer .................................. 592
Fog Lights .................................................. 176
Folding Down the Second Row Seat ....... 197
Folding Down the Third Row Seat .......... 203
Foot Brake ................................................. 531
Front Airbags (SRS) ..................................... 44
Front Seats ................................................ 192
Adjusting ................................................. 192
Front Sensor Camera ................................ 487
Fuel ...................................................... 20, 568
Fuel Economy and CO
2 Emissions............. 571
Gauge ..................................................... 119
Instant Fuel Economy ............................... 123
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 85
Range ...................................................... 123
Recommendation .................................... 568
Refueling ................................................. 568
Fuel Economy and CO
2 Emissions ............ 571
Fuel Fill Cap ................................................. 20 Fuel Fill Door
...................................... 20, 569
Unable to Unlock .................................... 667
Fuses .......................................................... 658
Inspecting and Changing......................... 665
Locations......................... 658, 661, 663, 664
G
Gasoline (Fuel) Economy ................................................. 571
Gauge ..................................................... 119
Information ............................................. 568
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 85
Refueling................................................. 568
Gauges ...................................................... 119
Gear Position Indicator ...................... 83, 474
Gear Shift Positions Automatic Transmission .......................... 472
Glass (care) ................................................ 621
Glove Box .................................................. 208
H
Handling the Unexpected ........................ 625
HandsFreeLink ® (HFL) ............................... 393
Auto Answer ........................................... 410
Automatic Import of Cellular Phonebook
and Call History ..................................... 412
Automatic Transferring............................ 410
Displaying Messages................................ 430
HFL Buttons............................................. 393 HFL Menus.............................................. 396
HFL Status Display ................................... 394
Limitations for Manual Operation ............ 395
Making a Call ......................................... 421
Options During a Call.............................. 427
Phone Setup ........................................... 401
Phonebook Phonetic M
odification........... 416
Receiving a Call....................................... 426
Receiving a Text/E-mail Message ............. 428
Ring Tone ............................................... 411
Roadside Assistance ................................ 434
Selecting a Mail Account......................... 429
Speed Dial .............................................. 413
To Create a Security PIN .......................... 408
To Set Up a Text/E-mail Message Option .................................................. 406
Use Contact Photo .................................. 411
Hard Disk Drive (HDD) Audio .................. 271
Hazard Warning Button .............................. 4
HDMI
TM Port ............................................. 337
Head Restraints ........................ 198, 200, 201
Headlight Washers ................................... 183
Headlights ................................................ 173
Aiming.................................................... 593
Auto High-Beam System ......................... 177
Automatic Operation .............................. 174
Dimming......................................... 173, 176
Operating ............................................... 173
Heated Door Mirrors ............................... 185
Heated Steering Wheel ........................... 216
Heated Windshield .................................. 185
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Index
Opening/ClosingHood ...................................................... 582
Moonroof ............................................... 168
Power Windows...................................... 166
Tailgate................................................... 155
Operating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel ....................................... 169
Outside Temperature Display ................. 122
Overhead Screen ...................................... 338
Overheating ............................................. 651
P
Paddle Shifters (Sequential Mode) ......... 479
Panic Mode ............................................... 165
Parking ..................................................... 545
Parking Brake ........................................... 528
Parking Brake and Brake System
Indicator ........................................... 78, 655
Parking Sensor System ............................. 547
Passenger Front Airb ag Off Indicator....... 54
Passing Indicators ..................................... 173
Power Tailgate ......................................... 157
Power Windows ....................................... 166
Precautions While Driving ....................... 470
Driving Guidelines for Your Utility Vehicle .................................................. 470
Rain ........................................................ 470
Pregnant Women ....................................... 39
Puncture (Tire) ................................. 627, 634
R
Radiator.................................................... 590
Radio (AM/FM) .......................................... 254
Radio (SiriusXM ®) ..................................... 257
Radio Data System (RDS) .......................... 255
Range ........................................................ 123
RDS (Radio Data System) .......................... 255
Readiness Codes (Emissions Testing) ....... 678
Rear Climate Control System ................... 226
From the Front Panel ............................... 226
From the Rear Panel ................................ 229
Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror Button ..................................................... 185
Rear Entertainment System (RES) ............ 335
Auxiliary Console Panel ............................ 336
Front Control Panel Operation ................. 352
HDMI
TM Port ............................................ 337
Operating the System .............................. 339
Overhead Screen ..................................... 338
Playable Discs .......................................... 357
Rear Control Panel Operation .................. 340
Wireless Headphones .............................. 335
Rear Seats .................................................. 203
Second Row Seat ............................. 196, 197
Third Row Seat ........................................ 203
Rearview Mirror ........................................ 189
Refueling ................................................... 568
Fuel Gauge .............................................. 119
Gasoline .......................................... 568, 672
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 85
Regulations ............................... 526, 605, 675 Remote Engine Start with Vehicle
Feedback ................................................. 467
Checking Door Lock Status...................... 150
Remote Transmitter ................................. 147
Replacement
Battery ............................ 613, 614, 615, 616
Bulbs ....................................................... 593
Front Wiper Blade Rubber ....................... 598
Fuses ............................... 658, 661, 663, 664
Rear Wiper Blade Rubber......................... 600
Tires ........................................................ 608
Reporting Safety Defects ......................... 677
Resetting a Trip Meter ............................. 122
Reverse Tilt Door Mirror .......................... 190
Right Selector Wheel ....................... 120, 126
Road Departure Mitigation (RDM) ......... 504
On and Off.............................................. 506
S
Safe Driving ................................................ 27
Safety Checklist .......................................... 32
Safety Labels ............................................... 75
Safety Message ............................................. 1
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Index
Seat Belts..................................................... 33
Adjusting the Shoulder Anchor .................. 37
Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners .................. 35
Checking ................................................... 40
Detachable Anchor .................................... 38
Fastening ................................................... 36
Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/Shoulder
Seat Belt .................................................. 66
Pregnant Women ...................................... 39
Reminder ................................................... 34
Warning Indicator ................................ 34, 85
Seat Heaters ...................................... 217, 218
Seat Ventilation ........................................ 217
Seats .......................................................... 192
Adjusting ................................................. 192
Driver’s Seat Lumbar Support................... 192
Front Seats .............................................. 192
Rear Seats................................................ 203
Seat Heaters .................................... 217, 218
Seat Ventilation ....................................... 217
Second Row Seat ............................. 196, 197
Third Row Seat ........................................ 203
Second Row Outer Seats Heaters ............ 218
Second Row Seat (Folding Down) ........... 197
Security System ......................................... 163
Immobilizer System Indicator ..................... 89
Security System Alarm Indicator ................. 90
Select Button ............................................. 472
Operation ................................................ 474
Select Lever ................................................. 18
Operation .................................................. 18 Selecting a Child Seat
................................. 60
Sequential Mode ...................................... 478
Sequential Mode Operation .................... 479
Setting the Clock ...................................... 138
SH-AWD® (Super Handling-All Wheel
Drive
TM) .................................................... 523
SH-AWD® Torque Distribution Monitor .. 124
Shift Button ........................................ 18, 472
Shifting (Transmission) ....................... 18, 472
Shoulder Anchor ........................................ 37
Side Airbags ................................................ 50
Side Curtain Airbags .................................. 52
SiriusXM ® Radio ........................................ 257
Snow Tires ................................................. 610
Spare Tire .......................................... 627, 673
Spark Plugs ............................................... 672
Specifications ............................................ 672
Specified Fuel ................................... 568, 672
Speedometer ............................................ 119
Speed-sensitive Electric Power Steering (EPS) SystemIndicator............................................ 88, 655
SRS Airbags (Airbags) ................................. 44
Starting Assist Brake Function ................. 485
Starting the Engine .................................. 465
Does Not Start......................................... 646
Jump Starting .......................................... 649
Remote Engine Start................................ 467
Steering Wheel ......................................... 188
Adjusting ................................................ 188
Heater ..................................................... 216 Stopping
................................................... 545
Summer Tires ............................................ 610
Sunglasses Holder .................................... 216
Super Handling-All Wheel Drive
TM
(SH-AWD® ).............................................. 523
Indicator ................................................... 91
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) ....... 44
Surround View Camera System ............... 558
Switches (Around the Steering Wheel) ............................................ 4, 5, 169
Synchronized Mode ................................. 223
System Message Indicator ......................... 90
T
Tachometer.............................................. 119
Tailgate ..................................................... 155
Unable to Open ...................................... 668
Temperature Gauge .................................................... 119
Outside Temperature Display .................. 122
Temperature Gauge ................................ 119
Temperature Sensor ........................ 122, 230
Temporary Tire Repair Kit ....................... 635
Text Message .................................... 428, 430
Third Row Seat (Folding Down) .............. 203
Third Row Seat Access ............................. 196
Tie-down Anchors .................................... 215
Time (Setting) ........................................... 138
Tire Fill Assist .................................... 524, 657
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