heater Acura MDX 2019 Owner's Manual

uuInterior Lights/Interior Convenience Items uInterior Convenience Items
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Controls
The power mode must be in ON to use the
seat heaters and ventilators*.
1. Select .
2. Change the setting with one of the
following:
The Low icon: The LO setting (one indicator
on)
The Mid icon: The MID setting (two
indicators on)
The High icon: The HI setting (three
indicators on)
Auto : The system automatically selects the
setting most suitable to the ambient
environment.
Off : Turn off the system.
When the power mode is turned on after it is
turned off, the previous setting of front seat
heaters and ventilators
* are maintained.
■Front Seat Heaters and Seat Ventilation*1 Front Seat Heaters and Seat Ventilation*
Do not use the seat heater s and the seat ventilation
even in LO when the engine is off. Under such
conditions, the battery ma y be weakened, making
the engine difficult to start.
After a certain period of time, the strength setting for
the seat heaters will automatically be reduced by one
level at a time until the seat heater shuts off. The
elapsed time varies according to the interior
environment.
3WARNING
Heat induced burns are possible when
using seat heaters.
Persons with a diminished ability to sense
temperature (e.g., persons with diabetes,
lower-limb nerve damage, or paralysis) or
with sensitive skin should not use seat
heaters.
Models with seat ventilation
Models without seat ventilation
* Not available on all models
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uuInterior Lights/Interior Convenience Items uInterior Convenience Items
Controls
The power mode must be in ON to use the
seat heaters.
Press the seat heater button:
Once - The HI setting (three indicators on)
Twice - The MID setting (two indicators on)
Three times - The LO setting (one indicator on)
Four times - The OFF setting (no indicators on)
Pull the tab and roll up the sunshade all the
way. Use the hooks to hang it.
■Second Row Outer Seat Heaters*1Second Row Outer Seat Heaters*
Do not use the seat heaters even in LO when the
engine is off. Under such conditions, the battery may
be weakened, making the engine difficult to start.
After a certain period of time, the strength setting for
the seat heaters will automatically be reduced by one
level at a time until the seat heater shuts off. The
elapsed time varies according to the interior
environment.
3WARNING
Heat induced burns are possible when
using seat heaters.
Persons with a diminished ability to sense
temperature (e.g., persons with diabetes,
lower-limb nerve damage, or paralysis) or
with sensitive skin should not use seat
heaters.
■Integrated Sunshades*
1Integrated Sunshades*
Use the sunshades only when the windows are fully
closed. Using the shade while a window is open can
unhook and blow off the sh ade, hitting and hurting
anyone sitting near the window.
Tab
Hook
* Not available on all models
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467Continued
Driving
When Driving
Starting the Engine
1.Make sure the parkin g brake is applied.
u The electric parking brake indicator
comes on for 15 seconds when you press
the electric parking brake switch.
2. Depress the brake pedal.
3. Press the ENGINE START/STOP button
without depressing the accelerator pedal.
The engine will crank until it starts.1 Starting the Engine
Keep your foot firmly on the brake pedal when
starting the engine.
The engine is harder to st art in cold weather and in
thinner air found at altitudes above 8,000 feet (2,400
meters).
When starting the engine in cold weather, turn off all
electrical accessories such as the lights, climate
control system, and rear de fogger in order to reduce
battery drain.
If you live in a region where winter is extremely cold,
an engine block heater will improve starting and
warming of the engine. Cons ult a dealer for details.
If exhaust system sounds abnormal or you can smell
exhaust gas inside the vehi cle, have your vehicle
checked by a dealer. There may be a problem with
the engine or exhaust system.
Bring the keyless access remote close to the ENGINE
START/STOP button if the batte ry in the keyless
access remote is weak. 2 If the Keyless Access Remote Battery is
Weak P. 651
The engine may not start if the keyless access remote
is subjected to strong radio waves.
Electric Parking Brake Switch
Brake Pedal
ENGINE START
STOP
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uuWhen Driving uStarting the Engine
Driving
1Remote Engine Start with Vehicle Feedback*
While the engine is running, the vehicle will
automatically preconditi on inside the vehicle.
When it is warm outside:
•The climate control system is activated in
recirculation mode.
•The seat ventilation* is activated.
When it is cold outside:
•The defroster is activated at a moderately warm
temperature.
•The rear defogger and door mirror heaters are
activated.
•The seat heaters and heated steering wheel are
activated*.
2 Heated Steering Wheel* P. 217
2 Front Seat Heaters and Seat
Ventilation
* P. 218, 219
* Not available on all models
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693
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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696
Index
Parking Brake and Brake System Indicator ............................................ 78, 659
Parking Sensor System .............................. 550
Passenger Front Airbag Off Indicator ....... 54
Passing Indicators ..................................... 173
Power Tailgate .......................................... 157
Power Windows ........................................ 166
Precautions While Driving ........................ 473
Driving Guidelines for Your Utility Vehicle................................................... 473
Rain ......................................................... 473
Pregnant Women ....................................... 39
Puncture (Tire) .................................. 629, 636
R
Radiator..................................................... 592
Radio (AM/FM) .......................................... 256
Radio (SiriusXM ®)...................................... 259
Radio Data System (RDS) .......................... 257
Range ........................................................ 123
RDS (Radio Data System) .......................... 257
Readiness Codes (Emissions Testing) ....... 681
Rear Climate Control System ................... 227
From the Front Panel ............................... 227
From the Rear Panel................................. 230
Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror
Button ...................................................... 185
Rear Entertainment System (RES) ............ 337
Auxiliary Console Panel ............................ 338
Front Control Panel Operation ................. 354 HDMI
TM Port ............................................ 339
Operating the System .............................. 341
Overhead Screen ..................................... 340
Playable Discs .......................................... 359
Rear Control Panel Operation .................. 342
Wireless Headphones .............................. 337
Rear Seats ................................................. 204
Second Row Seat ............................ 197, 198
Third Row Seat ........................................ 204
Rearview Mirror ....................................... 189
Refueling .................................................. 571
Fuel Gauge.............................................. 119
Gasoline .......................................... 571, 676
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 85
Regulations ............................... 529, 607, 679
Remote Engine Start with Vehicle Feedback ................................................. 469
Checking Door Lock Status...................... 150
Remote Transmitter ................................. 147
Replacement Battery ............................ 615, 616, 617, 618
Bulbs ....................................................... 595
Front Wiper Blade Rubber ....................... 600
Fuses ............................... 662, 665, 667, 668
Rear Wiper Blade Rubber......................... 602
Tires ........................................................ 610
Reporting Safety Defects ......................... 680
Resetting a Trip Meter ............................. 122
Reverse Tilt Door Mirror .......................... 190
Right Selector Wheel ....................... 120, 126 Road Departure Mitigation (RDM)
......... 507
On and Off ............................................. 509
S
Safe Driving ................................................ 27
Safety Checklist .......................................... 32
Safety Labels .............................................. 75
Safety Message ............................................ 1
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 ..................................... 218, 219
Seat Ventilation ....................................... 218
Seats .......................................................... 192
Adjusting ................................................ 192
Driver’s Seat Lumbar Support .................. 192
Front Seats.............................................. 192
Rear Seats ............................................... 204
Seat Heaters ................................... 218, 219
Seat Ventilation ...................................... 218
Second Row Seat ............................ 197, 198
Third Row Seat ....................................... 204
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697
Index
Second Row Outer Seats Heaters............ 219
Second Row Seat (Folding Down) ........... 198
Security System ........................................ 163
Immobilizer System Indicator..................... 89
Security System Alarm Indicator ................ 90
Select Button ............................................ 475
Operation ............................................... 477
Select Lever ................................................ 18
Operation ................................................. 18
Selecting a Child Seat ................................ 60
Sequential Mode ...................................... 481
Sequential Mode Operation ................... 482
Setting the Clock ...................................... 138
SH-AWD ® (Super Handling-All Wheel
Drive
TM) ................................................... 526
SH-AWD ® Torque Distribution
Monitor ................................................... 124
Shift Button ........................................ 18, 475
Shifting (Transmission) ...................... 18, 475
Shoulder Anchor ........................................ 37
Side Airbags ............................................... 50
Side Curtain Airbags .................................. 52
Siri Eyes Free ............................................. 300
SiriusXM ® Radio ....................................... 259
Snow Tires ................................................ 612
Spare Tire ......................................... 629, 677
Spark Plugs ............................................... 676
Specifications ........................................... 676
Specified Fuel ................................... 571, 676
Speedometer ............................................ 119 Speed-sensitive Electric Power Steering (EPS)
System
Indicator ............................................ 88, 659
SRS Airbags (Airbags) ................................. 44
Starting Assist Brake Function ................. 488
Starting the Engine .................................. 467
Does Not Start ......................................... 650
Jump Starting .......................................... 653
Remote Engine Start ................................ 469
Steering Wheel ......................................... 188
Adjusting ................................................. 188
Heater ..................................................... 217
Stopping .................................................... 548
Summer Tires ............................................ 612
Sunglasses Holder ..................................... 217
Super Handling-All Wheel DriveTM
(SH-AWD ®) .............................................. 526
Indicator .................................................... 91
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) ........ 44
Surround View Camera System ............... 561
Switches (Around the Steering Wheel) ............................................. 4, 5, 169
Synchronized Mode .................................. 224
System Message Indicator .......................... 90
T
Tachometer............................................... 119
Tailgate ..................................................... 155
Unable to Open ....................................... 672 Temperature
Gauge ..................................................... 119
Outside Temperature Display ................... 122
Temperature Gauge ................................. 119
Temperature Sensor ......................... 122, 231
Temporary Tire Repair Kit ....................... 637
Text Message .................................... 430, 432
Third Row Seat (Folding Down) .............. 204
Third Row Seat Access .............................. 197
Tie-down Anchors .................................... 216
Time (Setting) ........................................... 138
Tire Fill Assist .................................... 527, 661
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) ..................................................... 527
Indicator............................................ 88, 661
Tire Fill Assist ................................... 527, 661
Tire Repair Kit ........................................... 636
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