service indicator Acura MDX 2019 Owner's Manual

Quick Reference Guide
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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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Driving
Refueling
Fuel Information
■Fuel recommendation
Use of lower octane gasoline can cause occasional metallic knocking noise in the
engine and will result in decreased engine performance.
Use of gasoline with a pump octane less than 87 can lead to engine damage.
■Top tier detergent gasoline
Because the level of detergency and additi ves in gasoline vary in the market, Acura
endorses the use of “TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline” where available to help
maintain the performance and reliability of your vehicle. TOP TIER Detergent
Gasoline meets a new gasoline standard jointly established by leading automotive
manufacturers to meet the needs of today’s advanced engines.
Qualifying gasoline retailers will, in most cases, identify their gasoline as having met
“TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline” standards at the retail location. This fuel is
guaranteed to contain the proper level of de tergent additives and be free of metallic
additives. The proper level of detergent ad ditives, and absence of harmful metallic
additives in gasoline, help avoid build-up of deposits in your engine and emission
control system.
For further important fuel-related information for your vehicle, or on information on
gasoline that does not contain MMT, visit Acura Owners at owners.acura.com In
Canada, visit www.acura.ca for additional informati on on gasoline. For more
information on top tier gasoline, visit www.toptiergas.com.
■Fuel tank capacity: 19.5 US gal (73.8 L)
Unleaded premium gasoline, pump octane number 91 or higher
1Fuel Information
NOTICE
We recommend quality ga soline containing
detergent additives that help prevent fuel system and
engine deposits. In addition, in order to maintain
good performance, fuel economy, and emissions
control, we strongly reco mmend the use of gasoline
that does NOT contain harmful manganese-based
fuel additives such as MMT, if such gasoline is
available.
Use of gasoline with these additives may adversely
affect performance, a nd cause the malfunction
indicator lamp on your inst rument panel to come on.
If this happens, contact a dealer for service. Some
gasoline today is blended with oxygenates such as
ethanol. Your vehicle is designed to operate on
oxygenated gasoline containing up to 15% ethanol
by volume. Do not use gaso line containing methanol.
If you notice any undesira ble operating symptoms, try
another service station or sw itch to another brand of
gasoline.
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Maintenance
This chapter discusses basic maintenance.
Before Performing MaintenanceInspection and Maintenance ............ 576
Safety When Performing Maintenance ..577
Parts and Fluids Used in Maintenance Service...578Maintenance MinderTM..................... 579
Maintenance Under the Hood
Maintenance Items Under the Hood .. 583
Opening the Hood ........................... 584
Engine Compartment Cover ............. 585
Recommended Engine Oil ................ 586
Oil Check ......................................... 587
Adding Engine Oil ............................ 588
Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter ...589 Engine Coolant ................................ 591
Transmission Fluid ............................ 593
Brake Fluid ....................................... 594
Refilling Window Washer Fluid......... 594
Replacing Light Bulbs ....................... 595Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades... 600Checking and Maintaining Tires
Checking Tires ................................. 604
Tire and Loading Information Label .. 605
Tire Labeling .................................... 605
DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles).. 607Wear Indicators................................ 609
Tire Service Life ................................ 609 Tire and Wheel Replacement ........... 610
Tire Rotation .................................... 611
Winter Tires ..................................... 612
Battery ............................................... 613
Remote Transmitter Care Replacing the Button Battery ........... 615
Remote Control and Wireless Headphone Care
*........................... 617Climate Control System Maintenance.. 619Cleaning Interior Care .................................... 620
Exterior Care.................................... 622
Accessories and Modifications ........ 625
* Not available on all models
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uuMaintenance MinderTMuTo Use Maintenance MinderTM
Maintenance
The system message indicator ( ) comes on along with the Maintenance Minder message.
■Maintenance Minder Messages on the Multi-Information
Display (MID)
Maintenance MessageOil Life DisplayExplanationInformation
Maintenance Due Soon15%The remaining engine oil life is 15 to
6 percent. Once you switch the
display by rolling the multi-function
steering-wheel controls, this
message will go off.The engine oil is approaching the end
of its service life, and the maintenance
items should be inspected and serviced
soon.
Maintenance Due Now5%The remaining engine oil life is 5 to 1
percent. Roll the multi-function
steering-wheel controls to switch to
another display.The engine oil has almost reached the
end of its service life, and the
maintenance items should be inspected
and serviced as soon as possible.
Maintenance Past DueNegative DistanceThe remaining engi ne oil life has
passed its service life, and a negative
distance appears after driving over
10 miles (U.S. models) or 10 km
(Canadian models). Roll the multi-
function steering wheel control to
switch to another display.The engine oil life has passed.
The maintenance items must be
inspected and serviced immediately.
U.S.Canada
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uuMaintenance MinderTMuTo Use Maintenance MinderTM
Continued
Maintenance
■Maintenance Service Items1Maintenance Service Items
•Independent of the Maintenance Minder
information, replace the brake fluid every 3 years.
•Adjust the valves during services A, B, 1, 2, or 3 if
they are noisy.Maintenance Minder MessageSystem Message
Indicator
Sub Items
Main
Item
*1: If the message
Maintenance Due Now does not appear more than 12 months after the display
is reset, change the engine oil every year.
# : See information on maintenance and emissions warranty.
*2: If you drive in dusty conditions, replace the air cleaner element every 15,000 miles (24,000 km).
*3: If you drive primarily in urban areas that have high concentrations of soot in the air from industry and from diesel-powered vehicles, replace the dust and pollen filter every 15,000 miles (24,000 km).
CODEMaintenance Main Items
A
●Replace engine oil*1
B●Replace engine oil*1 and oil filter●Inspect front and rear brakes●Check expiration date for tire repair kit bottle*
●Inspect tie rod ends, steering gearbox, and boots●Inspect suspension components●Inspect driveshaft boots●Inspect brake hoses and li nes (Including ABS/VSA®)●Inspect all fluid levels and condition of fluids●Inspect exhaust system#
●Inspect fuel lines and connections#
*4: Driving in mountainous areas at very low vehicle speeds or trailer towing results in higher transmission
temperature. This requires transmission fluid changes more frequently than recommended by the
Maintenance Minder. If you regularly drive your vehicle under these conditions, have the transmission
fluid changed at 30,000 miles (48,000 km).
*5: If you drive regularly in very high temperatures (over 110°F, 43°C), in very low temperatures (under
-20°F, -29°C), replace every 60,000 miles/100,000 km.
*6: Driving in mountainous areas at very low vehicle speeds or trailer towing results in higher level of mechanical (Shear) stress to fluid. This requires differential fluid changes more frequently than
recommended by the Maintenance Minder. If you regularly drive your vehicle under these conditions,
have the differential fluid changed at 7,500 miles (12,000 km), then every 15,000 miles (24,000 km).
CODEMaintenance Sub Items
1
●Rotate tires
2●Replace air cleaner element*2
●Replace dust and pollen filter*3
●Inspect drive belt
3
●Replace transmission and transfer* fluid*4
4●Replace spark plugs●Replace timing belt and inspect water pump*5
●Inspect valve clearance
5
●Replace engine coolant
6●Replace rear differential fluid*, *6
* Not available on all models
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uuChecking and Maintaining Tires uWear Indicators
Maintenance
Wear Indicators
The groove where the wear indicator is
located is 1/16 inch (1.6 mm) shallower than
elsewhere on the tire. If the tread has worn so
that the indicator is ex posed, replace the tire.
Worn out tires have po or traction on wet
roads.
Tire Service Life
The life of your tires is dependent on many factors, including driving habits, road
conditions, vehicle loading, inflation pressure, maintenance history, speed, and
environmental conditions (even wh en the tires are not in use).
In addition to regular inspections and inflation pressure maintenance, it is
recommended that you have annual inspections performed once the tires reach five
years old. All tires, including the spare
*, should be removed from service after 10
years from the date of manufacture, regardle ss of their condition or state of wear.
Example of a Wear
Indicator mark
* Not available on all models
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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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Index
Shifting ................................................... 475
Auxiliary Console Panel ........................... 338
Auxiliary Input Jack ................................. 238
Average Fuel Economy ............................ 122
Average Speed ......................................... 123
AWD ......................................................... 526
B
Back-Up Light ........................................... 598
Battery ...................................................... 613
Charging System Indicator ................ 82, 657
Jump Starting ......................................... 653
Maintenance (Checking the Battery) ....... 613
Belts (Seat) .................................................. 33
Beverage Holders ..................................... 212
Blind spot information System ................ 523
Indicator ................................................... 99
Bluetooth ® Audio ..................................... 298
Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ®.................... 395
Blu-ray/DVD Rear Entertainment System
Operating the System ............................. 341
Overhead Screen..................................... 340
Playing a DVD/Blu-ray
TM.......................... 342
Booster Seats (For Children) ...................... 73
Brake System ............................................ 531
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) .................. 537
Automatic Brake Hold ............................. 535
Brake Assist System................................. 538
Brake System Indicator .............................. 79
Fluid ....................................................... 594 Foot Brake ............................................... 534
Indicator ...................................... 78, 79, 659
Parking Brake .......................................... 531
Brake System (Amber) Indicator .................................................... 79
Brake System (Red) Indicator ............................................ 78, 659
Brightness Control (Instrument Panel) .... 184
Built-in Key ............................................... 140
Bulb Replacement .................................... 595
Back-Up Light .......................................... 598
Brake Light and Rear Turn Signal Light ..... 596
Fog Lights ................................................ 595
Front Turn Signal/ Parking, Daytime
Running and Front Side Marker Lights ... 595
Headlights ............................................... 595
High-Mount Brake Light .......................... 599
Puddle Lights ........................................... 599
Rear License Plate Lights .......................... 599
Side Turn Signal/Em ergency Indicator
Lights .................................................... 595
Taillights .................................................. 598
Taillights/Rear Side Maker Lights .............. 597
Bulb Specifications ................................... 676
C
CAMERA Button....................................... 562
Carbon Monoxide Gas ................................ 74
Carrying Cargo .................................. 449, 451
CD Player ................................................... 270 Center Pocket
........................................... 211
Certification Label .................................... 678
Changing Bulbs ........................................ 595
Charging System Indicator ................. 82, 657
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 ............................... 622
Cleaning the Interior ................................ 620
Client Service Information ....................... 686
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
Clock .......................................................... 138
CMBS
TM (Collision Mitigation Braking
SystemTM) ................................................. 539
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Index
Bulb Replacement ................................... 595
Daytime Running Lights .......................... 176
High Beam Indicator ................................. 88
Interior.................................................... 207
Light Switches......................................... 173
Lights On Indicator.................................... 89
Turn Signals ............................................ 172
Load Limits ............................................... 451
Locking/Unlocking ................................... 139
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking ................. 154
Childproof Door Locks ............................ 153
From Inside ............................................. 151
From Outside .......................................... 142
Keys........................................................ 139
Using a Key............................................. 148
Lockout Prevention System ..................... 149
Low Battery Charge ................................. 657
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 85
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 82, 657
Lower Anchors ..................................... 61, 68
Lubricant Specifications Chart ................ 677
Luggage (Maximum Load Limit) ............. 451
Lumbar Support ....................................... 192
M
Maintenance............................................ 575
Battery .................................................... 613
Brake Fluid .............................................. 594
Cleaning ................................................. 620
Climate Control System .......................... 619 Coolant ................................................... 591
Maintenance Minder
TM............................ 579
Oil ........................................................... 587
Precautions .............................................. 576
Radiator .................................................. 592
Remote Control ....................................... 617
Remote Transmitter ......................... 615, 616
Replacing Light Bulbs ............................... 595
Safety ...................................................... 577
Service Items ........................................... 581
Tires ........................................................ 604
Transmission Fluid ................................... 593
Under the Hood ...................................... 583
Wireless Headphone ................................ 618
Malfunction Indicator Lamp .............. 82, 658
Map Lights ................................................ 208
Maximum Load Limit ............................... 451
Meters, Gauges ......................................... 119
MID (Multi-information Display) ............. 120
Mirrors ....................................................... 189
Adjusting ................................................. 189
Door........................................................ 190
Exterior .................................................... 190
Interior Rearview ..................................... 189
Modifications (and Accessories) .............. 625
Moonroof .................................................. 168
MP3 ................................................... 270, 295
Multi-function Steering-wheel
Controls ................................................... 120
Multi-Information Display (MID) ............. 120
Multi-View Rear Camera .......................... 559N
Numbers (Identification).......................... 678
O
Odometer................................................. 121
Off-Highway Driving Guidelines ............. 465
Oil (Engine) Adding .................................................... 588
Checking................................................. 587
Displaying Oil Life .................................... 579
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 82, 657
On Demand Multi-Use Display
TM............. 242
Open Source Licenses ............................... 335
Opening/Closing Hood....................................................... 584
Moonroof ............................................... 168
Power Windows ...................................... 166
Tailgate ................................................... 155
Operating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel ....................................... 169
Outside Temperature Display .................. 122
Overhead Screen ...................................... 340
Overheating .............................................. 655
P
Paddle Shifters (Sequential Mode) .......... 482
Panic Mode ............................................... 165
Parking ...................................................... 548
Parking Brake ........................................... 531
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