automatic transmission Acura MDX 2019 Owner's Guide
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uuMaintenance Under the Hood uTransmission Fluid
Maintenance
Transmission Fluid
Have a dealer check the fluid level and replace if necessary.
Do not attempt to check or change th e automatic transmission fluid yourself.
■Automatic Transmission Fluid
Specified fluid: Acura Automatic Transmission Flui d ATF-TYPE 3.1 or higher
1Automatic Transmission Fluid
NOTICE
Do not mix Acura ATF-TYPE 3.1 (or higher) with
other transmission fluids.
Using a transmission fluid ot her than Acura ATF-TYPE
3.1 (or higher) may advers ely affect the operation
and durability of your ve hicle’s transmission, and
damage the transmission.
Any damage caused by usi ng a transmission fluid that
is not equivalent to Acura ATF-TYPE 3.1 (or higher) is
not covered by Acura’s new vehicle limited warranty.
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uuCleaning uExterior Care
Maintenance
Exterior Care
Dust off the vehicle body after you drive.
Regularly inspect your vehi cle for scratches on painted surfaces. A scratch on a
painted surface can result in body rust. If you find a scratch, promptly repair it.
Wash the vehicle regularly. Wash more frequently when driving in the following
conditions:
• If driving on roads with road salt.
• If driving in coastal areas.
• If tar, soot, bird droppings, insects, or tree sap are stuck to painted surfaces.
• Make sure to follow the instructions indicated on the automated car wash.
• Fold in the door mirrors.
• For models equipped with automatic inte rmittent wipers, turn the wipers off.
■Washing the Vehicle
■Using an Automated Car Wash
1Washing the Vehicle
Do not spray water into the air intake vents. It can
cause a malfunction.
Do not spray water onto the capless unit when the
fuel fill door is open. It ca n cause damage to the fuel
system or engine.
Air Intake Vents
1 Using an Automated Car Wash
When using an automated car wash that pulls the
vehicle through with a conveyor, make sure vehicle is
in car wash mode. 2 If you want to keep the transmission in
(N
position [car wash mode] P. 479
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uuSpecifications u
Information
■Automatic Transmission Fluid
■ Rear Differential Fluid
*
■Transfer Assembly Fluid*
SpecifiedAcura Automatic Transmission Fluid
ATF-TYPE 3.1 or higher
Capacity Change 3.5 US qt (3.3 L)
SpecifiedAcura DPSF-II
Capacity Change 1.92 US qt (1.82 L)
SpecifiedAcura Hypoid Gear Oil HGO-1
Capacity Change 0.45 US qt (0.43 L)
■ Engine Oil
■ Engine Coolant
Recommended·Genuine Acura Motor Oil 0W-20
·API Premium-grade 0W-20 detergent oil
Capacity Change 5.4 US qt (5.1 L)
Change
including
filter
5.7 US qt (5.4 L)
SpecifiedAcura Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant Type 2
Ratio 50/50 with distilled water
Capacity1.96 US gal (7.40 L)
(change including the remaining 0.22 US gal
(0.82 L) in the reserve tank)
■ Tire
*1: Model with 18 inch wheel
*2: Models with 245/50R20
*3: Models with surround view camera system
*4: A-Spec models
Regular
Size
245/60R18 105H*1
245/50R20 102H*2
265/45R20 104V*3
265/45R20 104H*4
Pressure
psi (kPa [kgf/cm2])
Front35 (240 [2.4])
Rear32 (220 [2.2])*3, *4
35 (240 [2.4])*1, *2
Compact
Spare*
Size T165/80D17 104M
Pressure
psi (kPa [kgf/cm
2]) 60 (420 [4.2])
Wheel SizeRegular18 x 8J*1
20 x 8J*2
20 x 8 1/2J*3, *4
Compact Spare*17 x 4T
* Not available on all models
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Information
Identification Numbers
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN), Engine Number,
and Transmission Number
Your vehicle has a 17-digit vehicle identification number (V IN) used to register your
vehicle for warranty purposes, and for licensing and insuring your vehicle.
The locations of your vehicle’s VIN, en gine number, and transmission number are
shown as follows.
1 Vehicle Identification Number (VIN), Engine Number, and
Transmission Number
The interior vehicle identification number (VIN) is
located under the cover.
Cover
Vehicle Identification Number
Engine Number
Certification Label/Vehicle Identification Number
Automatic Transmission
Number
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Index
Index
A
AAC.................................................... 270, 295
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) ................... 537
AC Power Outlet ....................................... 215
Accessories and Modifications ................. 625
Accessory Power Sockets .......................... 214
AcuraLink .................................................. 437
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low
Speed Follow (LSF) .................................. 492
Indicator .................................................... 95
Additives
Coolant ................................................... 591
Washer .................................................... 594
Adjusting
Armrest ................................................... 205
Front Seats .............................................. 192
Head Restraints........................ 199, 201, 202
Headlights ............................................... 595
Mirrors .................................................... 189
Rear Seats................................................ 204
Steering Wheel ........................................ 188
Temperature ............................................ 122
Agile Handling Assist ................................ 522
Air Conditioning System (Climate Control System) .................................................... 220
Changing the Mode ................................ 223
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows ............................................... 226
Dust and Pollen Filter ............................... 619
Rear Climate Control System ................... 227
Sensors .................................................... 231 Synchronized Mode................................. 224
Using Automatic Climate Control ............ 220
Air Pressure ....................................... 605, 677
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 ............................................ 256
Android Auto ........................................... 305
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) .................. 537
Indicator.................................................... 86
Apple CarPlay ........................................... 301
Armrest ..................................................... 205
Audio Remote Controls ........................... 239
Audio System ............................................ 234
Adjusting the Sound................................ 251
Auxiliary Input Jack.................................. 238
Error Messages ........................................ 310
General Information ................................ 318
HDD ........................................................ 273
Internet Radio ......................................... 293
iPhone............................................. 293, 320
iPod ........................................................ 286 MP3/WMA/AAC ............................. 270, 295
Reactivating ............................................ 238
Recommended CDs ................................ 319
Recommended Devices ........................... 320
Remote Controls ..................................... 239
Security Code ......................................... 238
Theft Protection ...................................... 238
USB Flash Drives...................................... 320
USB Port ................................................. 235
Authorized Manuals ................................ 685
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking ................ 154
Customize ...................................... 132, 376
Auto High-Beam ...................................... 177
Indicator ................................................... 86
Auto Idle Stop .......................................... 483
OFF Button ............................................. 484
Auto Idle Stop Indicator (Green) .............. 92
Auto Idle Stop System Indicator (Amber) ..................................................... 92
Automatic Brake Hold ............................. 535
Indicator ................................................. 535
Automatic Brake Hold System
Indicator ................................................. 535
Automatic Folding Door Mirror .............. 191
Automatic Intermittent Wipers .............. 181
Aut o
matic Lighting .................................. 174
Automatic Transmission .......................... 474
Creeping................................................. 474
Fluid ....................................................... 593
Kickdown ............................................... 474
Operating the Shift Button ...................... 477
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Index
Coat Hook................................................. 216
Collision Mitigation Braking SystemTM
(CMBSTM) .................................................. 539
Compact Spare Tire .......................... 629, 677
Compass .................................................... 445
Console Compartment ............................. 210
Controls ..................................................... 137
Coolant (Engine) ....................................... 591
Adding to the Radiator ............................ 592
Adding to the Reserve Tank ..................... 591
Overheating............................................. 655
Creeping (Automatic Transmission) ........ 474
Cross Traffic Monitor ................................ 554
Cup Holders ............................................... 212
Customized Features ........................ 126, 360
D
Daytime Running Lights ........................... 176
Dead Battery ............................................. 653
Defrosting the Windshield and
Windows .................................................. 226
Detachable Anchor ..................................... 38
Devices that Emit Radio Waves ................ 679
Dimming Headlights ............................................... 173
Rearview Mirror ....................................... 189
Dipstick (Engine Oil) ................................. 587
Directional Signals (Turn Signal) .............. 172
Door Mirrors ............................................. 190 Doors
......................................................... 139
Auto Door Locking .................................. 154
Auto Door Unlocking .............................. 154
Door Open Message.................................. 32
Keys ........................................................ 139
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Inside .............................................. 13, 151
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the
Outside ................................................. 142
Lockout Prevention System ...................... 149
DOT Tire Quality Grading ........................ 607
Driver’s Knee Airbag .................................. 48
Driving ...................................................... 447
Automatic Transmission .......................... 474
Braking ................................................... 531
Off-Highway Driving Guidelines............... 465
Shifting Gear ........................................... 475
Starting the Engine.................................. 467
Driving Position Memory System ............ 186
Dust and Pollen Filter ............................... 619
Dynamic Mode button ............................. 489
E
Elapsed Time............................................. 123
Electric Parking Brake Indicator.................................................... 80
Switch ..................................................... 531
Electric Parking Brake System Indicator.................................................... 80
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ............. 520Emergency
................................................ 670
Emissions Testing (Readiness Codes) ...... 681
Engine ....................................................... 678
Coolant .................................................. 591
Jump Starting ......................................... 653
Remote Engine Start ............................... 469
Starting................................................... 467
Engine Compartment Cover .................... 585
Engine Coolant ........................................ 591
Adding to the Radiator ........................... 592
Adding to the Reserve Tank .................... 591
Overheating ............................................ 655
Temperature Gauge ................................ 119
Engine Oil
Adding ................................................... 588
Checking ................................................ 587
Displaying Oil Life ................................... 579
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 82, 657
ENGINE START/STOP Button .................... 169
EPS (Electric Power Steering) System ............................................... 88, 659
Exhaust Gas Hazard (Carbon Monoxide) .. 74
Exterior Care (Cleaning) .......................... 622
Exterior Mirrors ........................................ 190
F
Features.................................................... 233
Filters Dust and Pollen....................................... 619
Oil .......................................................... 589
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Index
Flat Tire............................................. 629, 636
Floor Mats ................................................ 621
Fluids Automatic Transmission .......................... 593
Brake ...................................................... 594
Engine Coolant ....................................... 591
Windshield Washer ................................. 594
Fog Lights ................................................. 176
Folding Down the Second Row Seat ...... 198
Folding Down the Third Row Seat .......... 204
Foot Brake ................................................ 534
Front Airbags (SRS) .................................... 44
Front Seats ................................................ 192
Adjusting ................................................ 192
Front Sensor Camera ............................... 490
Fuel ..................................................... 20, 571
Fuel Economy and CO
2 Emissions ............ 574
Gauge .................................................... 119
Instant Fuel Economy .............................. 123
Low Fuel Indicator..................................... 85
Range ..................................................... 123
Recommendation.................................... 571
Refueling ................................................ 571
Fuel Economy and CO
2 Emissions ............ 574
Fuel Fill Cap ................................................ 20
Fuel Fill Door ...................................... 20, 572
Unable to Unlock .................................... 671
Fuses ......................................................... 662
Inspecting and Changing ........................ 669
Locations ........................ 662, 665, 667, 668
G
Gasoline (Fuel) Economy ................................................. 574
Gauge ..................................................... 119
Information ............................................. 571
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 85
Refueling ................................................. 571
Gauges ...................................................... 119
Gear Position Indicator ...................... 83, 477
Gear Shift Positions Automatic Transmission ........................... 475
Glass (care) ................................................ 623
Glove Box .................................................. 209
H
Handling the Unexpected ........................ 627
HandsFreeLink ® (HFL) ............................... 395
Auto Answer ........................................... 412
Automatic Import of Cellular Phonebook
and Call History ..................................... 414
Automatic Transferring ............................ 412
Displaying Messages ................................ 432
HFL Buttons ............................................. 395
HFL Menus .............................................. 398
HFL Status Display ................................... 396
Limitations for Manua l Operation ............ 397
Making a Call .......................................... 423
Options During a Call .............................. 429
Phone Setup ............................................ 403
Phonebook Phonetic M odification ........... 418 Receiving a Call ....................................... 428
Receiving a Text/E-mail Message.............. 430
Ring Tone................................................ 413
Roadside Assistance ................................ 436
Selecting a Mail Account ......................... 431
Speed Dial ............................................... 415
To Create a Security PIN .......................... 410
To Set Up a Text/E-mail Message
Option................................................... 408
Use Contact Photo .................................. 413
Hard Disk Drive (HDD) Audio .................. 273
Hazard Warning Button .............................. 4
HDMI
TM Port .............................................. 339
Head Restraints ........................ 199, 201, 202
Headlight Washers ................................... 183
Headlights ................................................. 173
Aiming .................................................... 595
Auto High-Beam System.......................... 177
Automatic Operation............................... 174
Dimming ......................................... 173, 176
Operating................................................ 173
Heated Door Mirrors ................................ 185
Heated Steering Wheel ............................ 217
Heated Windshield ................................... 185
Heater (Steering Wheel) .......................... 217
Heaters (Seat) ................................... 218, 219
HFL (HandsFreeLink ®)............................... 395
High Beam Indicator .................................. 88
Hill Start Assist System ............................. 472
HomeLink ® Universal Transceiver ............ 392
Honda App License Agreement .............. 321
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Index
I
Identification Numbers............................ 678
Engine and Transmission.......................... 678
Vehicle Identification ............................... 678
IDS (Integrated Dynamics System) ........... 489
Illumination Control ................................. 184
Button ..................................................... 184
Immobilizer System .................................. 163
Indicator .................................................... 89
Indicators ..................................................... 78
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with
Low Speed Follow (LSF) .................... 95, 492
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ..................... 86
Auto High-Beam ........................................ 86
Auto Idle Stop ........................................... 92
Auto Idle Stop System................................ 92
Automatic Brake Hold........................ 81, 535
Automatic Brake Hold System ............ 81, 535
Blind spot information System ........... 99, 524
Brake System (Amber)................................ 79
Brake System (Red) ............................ 78, 659
Charging System ............................... 82, 657
Collision Mitigati on Braking System
TM
(CMBSTM) ........................................... 97, 98
Electric Parking Brake................................. 80
Electric Parking Brake System ..................... 80
Fog Lights .................................................. 89
Gear Position ............................................. 83
High Beam................................................. 88
Immobilizer System .................................... 89
Keyless Access System ............................... 91 Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) .... 93, 514
Lights On .................................................. 89
Low Fuel ................................................... 85
Low Oil Pressure ................................ 82, 657
Low Tire Pressure/TPMS ............................. 88
Malfunction Indicator Lamp............... 82, 658
Parking Brake and Brake System ........ 78, 659
Road Departure Mitigation (RDM) ............. 94
Seat Belt Reminder .............................. 34, 85
Security System Alarm ............................... 90
Speed-sensitive Electric Power
Steering (EPS) System ...................... 88, 659
Super Handling-All Wheel Drive
TM.............. 91
Supplemental Restraint System ............ 53, 86
System Message ........................................ 90
Transmission System.......................... 84, 661
Turn Signal ................................................ 88
Vehicle Stability Assist ® (VSA ®)
System ............................................ 87, 520
VSA ® OFF .......................................... 87, 521
Information .............................................. 675
Information Screen .................................. 246
Instrument Panel ........................................ 77
Brightness Control................................... 184
Integrated Dynamics System (IDS) ........... 489
Dynamic Mode button ............................ 489
Interface Dial ............................................ 241
Interior Lights ........................................... 207
Interior Rearview Mirror .......................... 189
Internet Radio .......................................... 293
iPhone ............................................... 293, 320 iPod
................................................... 286, 320
J
Jack (Wheel Nut Wrench) ........................ 633
Jump Starting ........................................... 653
K
Key Number Tag ...................................... 141
Keyless Access System .............................. 142
Keyless Lockout Prevention ..................... 149
Keys ........................................................... 139
Lockout Prevention ................................. 149
Number Tag............................................ 141
Rear Door Won’t Open ........................... 153
Remote Transmitter ................................ 147
Types and Functions................................ 139
Kickdown (Automatic Transmission) ...... 474
L
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS)........ 512
Indicator ................................................... 93
Language (HFL) ........................................ 396
LATCH (Child Seats) ............................. 61, 68
LED Puddle Light ...................................... 146
Legal Information on Apple CarPlay/
Android Auto ......................................... 333
License information ................................. 336
Lights ................................................ 173, 595
Automatic............................................... 174
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Index
Tires........................................................... 604
Air Pressure ..................................... 605, 677
Checking and Maintaining ....................... 604
Inspection ................................................ 604
Labeling................................................... 605
Puncture (Flat Tire) ........................... 629, 636
Regulations.............................................. 607
Rotation .................................................. 611
Spare Tire ........................................ 629, 677
Summer................................................... 612
Temporary Tire Repair Kit......................... 637
Tire Chains .............................................. 612
Tire Repair Kit .......................................... 636
Wear Indicators ....................................... 609
Winter ..................................................... 612
Tools .......................................................... 628
Towing a Trailer ........................................ 454
Equipment and Accessories...................... 458
Load Limits .............................................. 454
Towing Your Vehicle ................................ 464
Emergency............................................... 670
TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitoring
System) .................................................... 527
Indicator ............................................ 88, 661
Trailer Stability Assist ............................... 462
Transmission ........................................ 18, 475
Automatic ......................................... 18, 475
Fluid ........................................................ 593
Gear Position Indicator....................... 83, 477
Indicator ............................................ 84, 661
Number ................................................... 678 Sequential Mode ..................................... 481
TRIP Button ............................................... 121
Trip Meter ................................................. 122
Troubleshooting ....................................... 627
Blown Fuse...................... 662, 665, 667, 668
Brake Pedal Vibrates .................................. 24
Buzzer Sounds When Opening Door.......... 25
Emergency Towing .................................. 670
Engine Won’t Start .................................. 650
Noise When Braking .................................. 26
Overheating ............................................ 655
Puncture/Flat Tire ............................ 629, 636
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 ........................ 211
Unlocking the Doors ................................ 142
Unlocking the Front Doors from the Inside ................................................. 13, 151
USB Flash Drives ....................................... 320
USB Port .................................................... 235
V
Vanity Mirrors ............................................... 7
Vehicle Identification Number ................ 678Vehicle Stability Assist
® (VSA ®) ............... 520
Off Button .............................................. 521
Off Indicator ............................................. 87
System Indicator ............................... 87, 520
Viscosity (Oil) ............................................ 677
Voice Control Operation ......................... 253
Voice Portal Screen ................................. 254
Voice Recognition ................................... 253
VSA ® (Vehicle Stability Assist ®) ............... 520
W
Wallpaper ................................................. 249
Warning and Information Messages ...... 100
Warning Indicator On/Blinking ............... 657
Warning Labels .......................................... 75
Warranties (Warranty Manual provided separately) .............................................. 683
Watts ........................................................ 676
Wear Indicators (Tire) .............................. 609
Wheel Nut Wrench (Jack Handle) ........... 633
Window Washers ..................................... 180
Adding/Refilling Fluid .............................. 594
Switch .................................................... 180
Windows (Opening and Closing) ............ 166
Windshield ............................................... 180
Cleaning ................................................. 623
Defrosting/Defogging ............................. 226
Washer Fluid ........................................... 594
Wiper Blades........................................... 600
Wipers and Washers ............................... 180
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