engine overheat Acura MDX 2019 Owner's Manual

Contents
Child Safety P. 56Exhaust Gas Hazard P. 74Safety Labels P. 75
Opening and Closing the Tailgate P. 155 Security System P. 163
Operating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel P. 169 Adjusting the Mirrors P. 189
Interior Lights/Interior Convenience It ems P. 207 Climate Control System P. 220
Audio Error Messages P. 310 General Information on the Audio System P. 318
HomeLink ® Universal Transceiver P. 392 Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink ® P. 395 AcuraLink ®* P. 437
Off-Highway Driving Guidelines P. 465 When Driving P. 467 Braking P. 531
Surround View Camera System* P. 561 Refueling P. 571
Maintenance Under the Hood P. 583 Replacing Light Bulbs P. 595
Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 604 Battery P. 613 Remote Transmitter Care P. 615
Climate Control System Maintenance P. 619 Cleaning P. 620Accessories and Modifications P. 625
Engine Does Not Start P. 650 Jump Starting P. 653Overheating P. 655
Emergency Towing P. 670 When You Cannot Unlock the Fuel Fill Door P. 671
Devices that Emit Radio Waves P. 679 Reporting Safety Defects P. 680
Authorized Manuals P. 685 Client Service Information P. 686
Quick Reference GuideP. 4
Safe DrivingP. 27
Instrument PanelP. 77
ControlsP. 137
FeaturesP. 233
DrivingP. 447
MaintenanceP. 575
Handling the UnexpectedP. 627
InformationP. 675
IndexP. 690
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Quick Reference Guide
23
Handling the Unexpected (P627)
Flat Tire (P629)
● Park in a safe location and repair the flat
tire using the tire repair kit.
● Park in a safe location and replace the
flat tire with the compact spare tire
located under the cargo area.
Indicators Come On (P657)
● Identify the indica tor and consult the
owner’s manual.
Vehicles with tire repair kit
Vehicles with compact spare tire
Engine Won’t Start (P650)
● If the battery is dead, jump start using a
booster battery.
Blown Fuse (P662)
● Check for a blown fuse if an electrical
device does not operate.
Overheating (P655)
● Park in a safe location. If you do not see
steam under the hood, open the hood,
and let the engine cool down.
Emergency Towing (P670)
● Call a professional towing service if you
need to tow your vehicle.
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uuIndicators uMulti-Information Display (MID) Warning and Information Messages
Instrument Panel
MessageConditionExplanation
●Appears when the scheduled maintenance is due soon.●Consequently, Maintenance Due Now and
Maintenance Past Due follow.2Maintenance Minder Messages on the Multi-
Information Display (MID) P. 580
●Appears when the engine coolant temperature gets
abnormally high.
2Overheating P. 655
●Appears when there is a problem with the power
tailgate system.●Manually open or close the power tailgate.●Have your vehicle ch ecked by a dealer.U.S.
Canada
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Instrument Panel
Gauges and Multi-Information Display (MID)
Gauges
Gauges include the speedometer, tachometer, fuel gauge, and related indicators.
They are displayed when the power mode is in ON.
Displays your driving speed in mph (U.S.) or km/h (Canada).
Shows the number of engine revolutions per minute.
Displays the amount of fuel left in the fuel tank.
Displays the temperature of the engine coolant.
■Speedometer
■Tachometer
■Fuel Gauge
■Temperature Gauge
1Fuel Gauge
NOTICE
You should refuel when the reading approaches .
Running out of fuel can cause the engine to misfire,
damaging the cata lytic converter.
The actual amount of remain ing fuel may differ from
the fuel gauge reading.E
1 Temperature Gauge
NOTICE
Driving with the temperat ure gauge pointer in the
upper zone can cause serious engine damage. Pull
safely to the side of th e road and allow engine
temperature to return to normal.
2 Overheating P. 655
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uuInterior Lights/Interior Convenience Items uInterior Convenience Items
214
Controls
The accessory power sockets can be used when the power mode is in ACCESSORY
or ON.
■Accessory power socket (center pocket)
Open the lid and the cover to use it.
■Accessory power socket (front console
compartment)*
Pull the handle and open the cover to use it.
■Accessory Power Sockets1 Accessory Power Sockets
NOTICE
Do not insert an automotive type cigarette lighter
element. This can overheat the power socket.
The accessory power socket s are designed to supply
power for 12-volt DC accessories that are rated 180
watts (15 amps) or less.
To prevent battery drain, only use the power socket
with the engine running.
* Not available on all models
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Handling the Unexpected
This chapter explains how to handle unexpected troubles.
ToolsTypes of Tools .................................. 628
If a Tire Goes Flat Changing a Flat Tire
*....................... 629
Temporarily Repair ing a Flat Tire*..... 636
Engine Does Not Start Checking the Engine ........................ 650
If the Keyless Access Remote Battery is Weak ............................................. 651
Emergency Engine Stop ................... 652
Jump Starting .................................... 653 Overheating
How to Handle Overheating............. 655
Indicator, Coming On/Blinking
If the Low Oil Pressure Indicator Comes On ... 657
If the Charging System Indicator Comes On ................................................. 657
If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes On or Blinks ................................... 658
If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On ................................................... 659
If the Speed-Sensitive Electric Power Steering
(EPS) System Indicator Comes On........... 659
If the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator Comes On or Blinks ....................... 661
If the Transmission System Indicator Blinks along with the Warning Message ...... 661
Fuses Fuse Locations ................................. 662
Inspecting and Changing Fuses ........ 669
Emergency Towing ........................... 670
When You Cannot Unlock the Fuel Fill Door.. 671
When You Cannot Open the Tailgate.. 672
Refueling........................................... 673
Refueling From a Portable Fuel Container.. 673
* Not available on all models
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uuIf a Tire Goes Flat uTemporarily Repairing a Flat Tire*
640
Handling the Unexpected
4. Plug in the compressor to the accessory
power socket.
u Be careful not to pinch the cord in a
door or window.
u Do not plug any other electronic
devices into other accessory power
sockets.
2 Accessory Power Sockets P. 214
5.Start the engine.
u Keep the engine running while injecting
sealant and air.
2 Carbon Monoxide Gas P. 74
6.Turn the selector switch to REPAIR.
1Injecting Sealant and Air
NOTICE
Do not operate the temporary tire repair kit compressor
for more than 15 minu tes. The compressor can
overheat and become permanently damaged.
There are three accessory power sockets:
•In the console compartment•In the front of the center pocket•In the left side panel in the cargo area 2 Accessory Power Sockets P. 214
Until the sealant injection is complete, the pressure
shown on the pressure gauge will appear higher than
actual. After the sealant injection is complete the
pressure will drop and then begin to rise again as the
tire is inflated with air. This is normal. To accurately
measure the air pressure usi ng the gauge, turn the air
compressor off only after the sealant injection is
complete.
3WARNING
Running the engine with the vehicle in an
enclosed or even partly enclosed area can
cause a rapid build-up of toxic carbon
monoxide.
Breathing this colorless, odorless gas can
cause unconsciousness and even death.
Only run the engine to power the air
compressor with th e vehicle outdoors.
REPAIR
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655Continued
Handling the Unexpected
Overheating
How to Handle Overheating
Overheating symptoms are as follows:
•The temperature gauge needle is at the mark or the engine suddenly loses
power.
• The Stop Driving When Safe. En gine Temperature Too Hot message appears
on the multi-information display (MID).
• Steam or spray comes out of the engine compartment.
■First thing to do
1. Immediately park the vehicle in a safe place.
2. Turn off all accessories and turn on the hazard warning lights.
u No steam or spray present: Keep the engine running and open the hood.
u Steam or spray is present: Turn off the engine and wait until it subsides.
Then, open the hood.
1 How to Handle Overheating
NOTICE
Continuing to drive with the temperature gauge
needle at the mark may damage the engine.
3WARNING
Steam and spray from an overheated
engine can seriously scald you.
Do not open the hood if steam is coming
out.
H
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uuOverheating uHow to Handle Overheating
656
Handling the Unexpected
■Next thing to do
1.Check that the cooling fan is operating and
stop the engine once the temperature
gauge needle comes down.
u If the cooling fan is not operating,
immediately stop the engine.
2. Once the engine has cooled down, inspect
the coolant level an d check the cooling
system components for leaks.
u If the coolant level in the reserve tank is
low, add coolant until it reaches the
MAX mark.
u If there is no coolan t in the reserve tank,
check that the radiator is cool. Cover the
radiator cap with a heavy cloth and open
the cap. If necessary, add coolant up to
the base of the filler neck, and put the
cap back on.
■Last thing to do
Once the engine has cooled sufficiently, restart it and check the temperature gauge.
If the temperature gauge needle has gone do wn, resume driving. If it has not gone
down, contact a dealer for repairs.
1 How to Handle Overheating
If the coolant is leaking, contact a dealer for repairs.
Use water as an emergency/temporary measure only.
Have a dealer flush the system with proper antifreeze
as soon as possible.
Continuing to drive with the Stop Driving When
Safe. Engine Temperature Too Hot message on
the multi-information display may damage the
engine.
3WARNING
Removing the radiator cap while the
engine is hot can cause the coolant to spray
out, seriously scalding you.
Always let the engine and radiator cool
down before removing the radiator cap.
Reserve TankMAXMIN
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uuIndicator, Coming On/Blinking uIf the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator Comes On or Blinks
Handling the Unexpected
If the Low Tire Pressure/ TPMS Indicator Comes On or
Blinks
■Reasons for the indicator to come on or blink
A tire pressure is significantly low. If there is a problem with the TPMS
with Tire Fill Assist or the compact spare tire
* is installed, the indicator
blinks for about one minute, and then stays on.
■What to do when th e indicator comes on
Drive carefully and avoid abrupt cornering and hard braking.
Stop your vehicle in a safe place. Ch eck the tire pressure and adjust the
pressure to the specified level. The spec ified tire pressure is on a label on
the driver side doorjamb.
■What to do when the indicator blinks
Have the tire inspected by a dealer as soon as possible. If the compact
spare tire
* causes the indicator to blink, ch ange the tire to a full-size tire.
The indicator goes off after driving for a few miles (kilometers).
If the Transmission Syst em Indicator Blinks along
with the Warning Message
■Reasons for the indicator to blink
There is a problem with the transmission system.
■What to do when the indicator blinks
• Immediately have your vehicle inspected by a dealer.
• Select
(N after starting the engine.
u Check if the
(N position in the instrume nt panel and the indicator
on the
(N button light/blink.
u The engine cannot be turned on unless the parking brake is set.
2 Starting the Engine P. 467
1If the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator Comes On or Blinks
NOTICE
Driving on an extremely unde rinflated tire can cause
it to overheat. An overheated tire can fail. Always
inflate your tires to the prescribed level.
TPMS Fill Assist provides visual and audible assistance
during tire pressure adjustment. With the power
mode in ON, while you adjust tire pressure up or
down, the system alerts you as follows:
Below recommended pressure: The beeper
sounds and exterior lights flash once every five
seconds.
At recommended pressure: The beeper sounds
and exterior lights flash ra pidly for ~ five seconds.
Above recommended pressure: The beeper
sounds and lights flash twice every three seconds.
1 If the Transmission System In dicator Blinks along with the
Warning Message
You may not be able to start the engine.
Make sure to set the pa rking brake when parking
your vehicle.
Call a professional towing service if you need to tow
your vehicle. 2 Emergency Towing P. 670
* Not available on all models
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