winter tires Acura MDX 2018 Owner's Manual

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Quick Reference Guide
Maintenance (P573)
Under the Hood (P581)
● Check engine oil, engine coolant, and windshield washer
fluid. Add when necessary.
● Check brake fluid.
● Check the battery condition monthly.
aPull the hood release handle under the corner of the
dashboard.
bLocate the hood latch lever, push it to the side, and then
raise the hood. Once you have raised the hood slightly, you
can release the lever.
cWhen finished, close the hood and make sure it is firmly
locked in place.
Lights (P593)
● Inspect all lights regularly.
Wiper Blades (P598)
● Replace blades if they leave streaks
across the windshield.
Tires (P602)
● Inspect tires and wheels regularly.
● Check tire pressures regularly.
● Install snow tires for winter
driving.
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Maintenance
This chapter discusses basic maintenance.
Before Performing MaintenanceInspection and Maintenance ............ 574
Safety When Performing Maintenance ..575
Parts and Fluids Used in Maintenance Service...576Maintenance MinderTM..................... 577
Maintenance Under the Hood
Maintenance Items Under the Hood .. 581
Opening the Hood ........................... 582
Engine Compartment Cover ............. 583
Recommended Engine Oil ................ 584
Oil Check ......................................... 585
Adding Engine Oil ............................ 586
Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter ...587 Engine Coolant ................................ 589
Transmission Fluid ............................ 591
Brake Fluid ....................................... 592
Refilling Window Washer Fluid......... 592
Replacing Light Bulbs ....................... 593Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades... 598Checking and Maintaining Tires
Checking Tires ................................. 602
Tire and Loading Information Label .. 603
Tire Labeling .................................... 603
DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles).. 605Wear Indicators................................ 607
Tire Service Life ................................ 607 Tire and Wheel Replacement ........... 608
Tire Rotation .................................... 609
Winter Tires ..................................... 610
Battery ............................................... 611
Remote Transmitter Care Replacing the Button Battery ........... 613
Remote Control and Wireless Headphone Care
*........................... 615Climate Control System Maintenance.. 617Cleaning Interior Care .................................... 618
Exterior Care.................................... 620
Accessories and Modifications ........ 623
* 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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Index
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) ..................................................... 524
Indicator ........................................... 88, 657
Tire Fill Assist .................................. 524, 657
Tire Repair Kit .......................................... 634
Tires .......................................................... 602
Air Pressure..................................... 603, 673
Checking and Maintaining ...................... 602
Inspection ............................................... 602
Labeling .................................................. 603
Puncture (Flat Tire) .......................... 627, 634
Regulations ............................................. 605
Rotation.................................................. 609
Spare Tire ....................................... 627, 673
Summer .................................................. 610
Temporary Tire Repair Kit ........................ 635
Tire Chains.............................................. 610
Tire Repair Kit ......................................... 634
Wear Indicators....................................... 607
Winter .................................................... 610
Tools ......................................................... 626
Towing a Trailer ....................................... 452
Equipment and Accessories ..................... 456
Load Limits ............................................. 452
Towing Your Vehicle ............................... 462
Emergency .............................................. 666
TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitoring System) .................................................... 524
Indicator ........................................... 88, 657
Trailer Stability Assist ............................... 460 Transmission
....................................... 18, 472
Automatic ......................................... 18, 472
Fluid ........................................................ 591
Gear Position Indicator ...................... 83, 474
Indicator ............................................ 84, 657
Number ................................................... 674
Sequential Mode ..................................... 478
TRIP Button ............................................... 121
Trip Meter ................................................. 122
Troubleshooting ....................................... 625
Blown Fuse ...................... 658, 661, 663, 664
Brake Pedal Vibrates .................................. 24
Buzzer Sounds When Opening Door .......... 25
Emergency Towing .................................. 666
Engine Won’t Start .................................. 646
Noise When Braking .................................. 26
Overheating ............................................ 651
Puncture/Flat Tire ............................. 627, 634
Rear Door Won’t Open ...................... 24, 153
Warning Indicators .................................... 78
Turn Signals .............................................. 172
Indicators (Instrument Panel) ...................... 88
Turn-by-Turn Directions ........................... 124
U
Under-floor Storage Area ........................ 210
Unlocking the Doors ................................ 142
Unlocking the Front Doors from the Inside ................................................. 13, 151
USB Flash Drives ........................................ 318 USB Port
.................................................... 233
V
Vanity Mirrors ............................................... 7
Vehicle Identification Number ................ 674
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA ®).................. 517
Off Button............................................... 518
Off Indicator.............................................. 87
System Indicator ................................ 87, 517
Viscosity (Oil) .................................... 584, 673
Voice Control Operation .......................... 251
Voice Portal Screen.................................. 252
Voice Recognition ................................... 251
VSA ® (Vehicle Stability Assist) .................. 517
W
Wallpaper................................................. 247
Warning and Info rmation Messages ....... 100
Warning Indicator On/Blinking ............... 653
Warning Labels ........................................... 75
Warranties (Warranty Manual provided
separately) .............................................. 680
Watts ......................................................... 672
Wear Indicators (Tire) .............................. 607
Wheel Nut Wrench (Jack Handle) ........... 631
Window Washers ..................................... 180
Adding/Refilling Fluid .............................. 592
Switch ..................................................... 180
Windows (Opening and Closing) ............ 166
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Index
Windshield................................................ 180
Cleaning .................................................. 621
Defrosting/Defogging .............................. 225
Washer Fluid............................................ 592
Wiper Blades ........................................... 598
Wipers and Washers ................................ 180
Winter Tires............................................... 610 Snow Tires ............................................... 610
Tire Chains .............................................. 610
Wipers and Washers ................................. 180
Automatic Intermittent Wipers................. 181
Checking and Replacing Wiper Blades ..... 598
Front ....................................................... 180
Rear......................................................... 182
Wireless Headphones ............................... 335
WMA ................................................. 268, 293
Worn Tires ................................................. 602
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