brake sensor Acura MDX 2020 User Guide

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uuBraking uCollision Mitigation Braking SystemTM (CMBSTM)
Driving
■Vehicle conditions
• Headlight lenses are dirty or the headlights are not properly adjusted.
• The outside of the windshie ld is blocked by dirt, mud, leaves, wet snow, etc.
• The inside of the windshield is fogged.
• An abnormal tire or wheel condition (wrong sized, varied size or construction,
improperly inflated, compact spare tire
*, etc.).
• When tire chains are installed.
• The vehicle is tilted due to a heav y load or suspension modifications.
• The camera temperature gets too high.
• Driving with the parking brake applied.
• When the radar sensor behind the emblem gets dirty.
• The vehicle is towing a trailer.
* Not available on all models
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uuBraking uCollision Mitigation Braking SystemTM (CMBSTM)
Continued
Driving
■Detection limitations
• A vehicle or pedestrian suddenly crosses in front of you.
• The distance between your vehicle and the vehicle or pedestrian ahead of you is
too short.
• A vehicle cuts in front of you at a slow speed, and it brakes suddenly.
• When you accelerate rapidly and approach the vehicl e or pedestrian ahead of you
at high speed.
• The vehicle ahead of you is a motorcycle, bicycle, mobility scooter or other small
vehicle.
• When there are animals in front of your vehicle.
• When you drive on a curved, winding or undulating road that makes it difficult for
the sensor to properly detect a vehicle in front of you.
• The speed difference between your vehicle an d a vehicle or pedestrian in front of
you is significantly large.
• An oncoming vehicle suddenly comes in front of you.
• Another vehicle suddenly comes in front of you at an intersection, etc.
• Your vehicle abruptly crosses over in front of an oncoming vehicle.
• When driving through a narrow iron bridge.
• When the lead vehicl e suddenly slows down.
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627Continued
Handling the Unexpected
If a Tire Goes Flat
Changing a Flat Tire
If a tire goes flat while driving, grasp the steering wheel firmly, and brake gradually
to reduce speed. Then, stop in a safe plac e. Replace the flat tire with a compact
spare tire. Go to a dealer as soon as possib le to have the full-size tire repaired or
replaced.
1. Park the vehicle on firm, level, non-slip pery surface and apply the parking brake.
2. Put the transmission into
(P.
3. Turn on the hazard warning lights an d set the power mode to VEHICLE OFF
(LOCK).
Models with a compact spare tire
1 Changing a Flat Tire
Periodically check the tire pressure of the compact
spare. It should be set to the specified pressure.
Specified Pressure: 60 psi (420 kPa, 4.2 kgf/cm
2)
When driving with the compact spare tire, keep the
vehicle speed under 50 mph (80 km/h). Replace with
a full-size tire as soon as possible.
The compact spare tire and wheel in your vehicle are
specifically for this model. Do not use them with
another vehicle. Do not us e another type of compact
spare tire or wheel with your vehicle.
Do not mount tire chains on a compact spare tire.
If a chain-mounted front tire goes flat, remove one of
the full-size rear tires and replace it with the compact
spare tire. Remove the flat front tire and replace it
with the full-size tire that was removed from the rear.
Mount the tire chains on the front tire.
Do not use a puncture-repairing agent other than the
one provided in the kit that came with your vehicle (if
equipped). If a different agent is used, you may
permanently damage the tire pressure sensor.
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uuIf a Tire Goes Flat uTemporarily Repairing a Flat Tire
Continued
Handling the Unexpected
Temporarily Repairing a Flat Tire
If the tire has a large cut or is otherwise severely damaged, you will need to have the
vehicle towed. If the tire only has a small puncture, from a nail for instance, you can
use the temporary tire repair kit so that you can drive to the nearest service station
for a more permanent repair.
If a tire goes flat while driving, grasp the steering wheel firmly, and brake gradually
to reduce speed. Then stop in a safe place.
1. Park the vehicle on a firm, level, and n on-slippery surface and apply the parking
brake.
2. Put the transmission into
(P.
3. Turn on the hazard warning lights an d set the power mode to VEHICLE OFF
(LOCK).
Models with temporary tire repair kit
1 Temporarily Repairing a Flat Tire
The kit should not be used in the following situations.
Instead, contact a dealer or roadside assistance to
have the vehicle towed.
•The tire sealant has expired.
•More than one tire is punctured.•The puncture or cut is larger than 3/16 inch (4mm).
•The tire side wall is da maged or the puncture is
outside the contact area.
•Damage has been caused by driving with the tire
extremely under inflated.
•The tire bead is no longer seated.
•The rim is damaged.
Do not remove a nail or screw that punctured the
tire. If you remove it from the tire, you may not be
able to repair the puncture using the kit.
NOTICE
Do not use a puncture-repairing agent other than the
one provided in the kit that came with your vehicle. If
a different agent is used, you may permanently
damage the tire pressure sensor.
When the puncture is:Kit Use
Smaller than 3/16 inch (4 mm)Yes
Larger than 3/16 inch (4 mm)No
Contact
Area
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Index
690
Index
Index
A
AAC.................................................... 268, 293
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) ................... 535
AC Power Outlet ....................................... 214
Accessories and Modifications ................. 623
Accessory Power Sockets .......................... 213
AcuraLink .................................................. 435
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low
Speed Follow ........................................... 489
Indicator .................................................... 95
Additives
Coolant ................................................... 589
Washer .................................................... 592
Adjusting
Armrest ................................................... 204
Front Seats .............................................. 191
Head Restraints........................ 198, 200, 201
Headlights ............................................... 593
Mirrors .................................................... 188
Rear Seats................................................ 203
Steering Wheel ........................................ 187
Temperature ............................................ 122
Agile Handling Assist ................................ 520
Air Conditioning System (Climate Control System) .................................................... 219
Changing the Mode ................................ 222
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows ............................................... 225
Dust and Pollen Filter ............................... 617
Rear Climate Control System ................... 226
Sensors .................................................... 230 Synchronized Mode................................. 223
Using Automatic Climate Control ............ 219
Air Pressure ....................................... 603, 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 ............................................ 254
Android Auto ........................................... 303
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) .................. 535
Indicator.................................................... 86
Apple CarPlay ........................................... 299
Armrest ..................................................... 204
Audio Remote Controls ........................... 237
Audio System ............................................ 232
Adjusting the Sound................................ 249
Auxiliary Input Jack.................................. 236
Error Messages ........................................ 308
General Information ................................ 316
HDD ........................................................ 271
iPhone............................................. 291, 318
iPod ........................................................ 284
MP3/WMA/AAC .............................. 268, 293 Pandora
®.............................................. 291
Reactivating ............................................ 236
Recommended CDs ................................ 317
Recommended Devices ........................... 318
Remote Controls ..................................... 237
Security Code ......................................... 236
Theft Protection ...................................... 236
USB Flash Drives...................................... 318
USB Port ................................................. 233
Authorized Manuals ................................ 685
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking ................ 154
Customize ...................................... 132, 374
Auto High-Beam ...................................... 176
Indicator ................................................... 86
Auto Idle Stop .......................................... 480
OFF Button ............................................. 481
Auto Idle Stop Indicator (Green) .............. 92
Auto Idle Stop System Indicator (Amber) ..................................................... 92
Automatic Brake Hold ............................. 533
Indicator ................................................. 533
Automatic Brake Hold System
Indicator ................................................. 533
Automatic Folding Door Mirror .............. 190
Aut omatic Intermittent W

ipers .............. 180
Automatic Lighting .................................. 173
Automatic Transmission .......................... 471
Creeping................................................. 471
Fluid ....................................................... 591
Kickdown ............................................... 471
Operating the Shift Button ...................... 474
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Index
Shifting ................................................... 472
Auxiliary Console Panel ........................... 336
Auxiliary Input Jack ................................. 236
Average Fuel Economy ............................ 122
Average Speed ......................................... 123
AWD ......................................................... 521
B
Back-Up Light ........................................... 596
Battery ...................................................... 611
Charging System Indicator ................ 82, 656
Jump Starting ......................................... 652
Maintenance (Checking the Battery) ....... 611
Belts (Seat) .................................................. 33
Beverage Holders ..................................... 211
Blind spot information System ................ 526
Indicator ................................................... 99
Bluetooth ® Audio ..................................... 296
Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ®................... 393
Booster Seats (For Children) ...................... 73
Brake System ............................................ 529
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) .................. 535
Automatic Brake Hold ............................. 533
Brake Assist System................................. 536
Brake System Indicator (Amber) ................ 79
Brake System Indicator (Red) ..................... 78
Fluid ....................................................... 592
Foot Brake .............................................. 532
Indicator ..................................... 78, 79, 658
Parking Brake.......................................... 529 Brake System (Amber)
Indicator .................................................... 79
Brake System (Red) Indicator ............................................ 78, 658
Brightness Control (Instrument Panel) .... 183
Built-in Key ............................................... 140
Bulb Replacement .................................... 593
Back-Up Light .......................................... 596
Brake Light and Rear Turn Signal Light ..... 594
Fog Lights ................................................ 593
Front Turn Signal/ Parking, Daytime
Running and Front Side Marker Lights ... 593
Headlights ............................................... 593
High-Mount Brake Light .......................... 597
Puddle Lights ........................................... 597
Rear License Plate Lights .......................... 597
Side Turn Signal/Em ergency Indicator
Lights .................................................... 593
Taillights .................................................. 596
Taillights/Rear Side Maker Lights .............. 595
Bulb Specifications ................................... 676
C
CAMERA Button....................................... 560
Carbon Monoxide Gas ................................ 74
Carrying Cargo .................................. 447, 449
CD Player ................................................... 268
Center Pocket ........................................... 210
Certification Label .................................... 678
Changing Bulbs ......................................... 593 Charging System Indicator
................. 82, 656
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 ............................... 620
Cleaning the Interior ................................ 618
Client Service Information ....................... 686
Climate Control System ............................ 219
Changing the Mode ................................ 222
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows ............................................... 225
Dust and Pollen Filter............................... 617
Rear Climate Control System ................... 226
Sensors ................................................... 230
Synchronized Mode................................. 223
Using Automatic Climate Control ............ 219
Clock .......................................................... 138
CMBS
TM (Collision Mitigation Braking
SystemTM) ................................................. 537
Coat Hook ................................................. 215
Collision Mitigation Braking System
TM
(CMBSTM) ................................................. 537
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Index
Brake ...................................................... 592
Engine Coolant ....................................... 589
Windshield Washer ................................. 592
Fog Lights ................................................. 175
Folding Down the Second Row Seat ...... 197
Folding Down the Third Row Seat .......... 203
Foot Brake ................................................ 532
Front Airbags (SRS) .................................... 44
Front Seats ................................................ 191
Adjusting ................................................ 191
Front Sensor Camera ............................... 487
Fuel ..................................................... 20, 569
Fuel Economy and CO
2 Emissions ............ 572
Gauge .................................................... 119
Instant Fuel Economy .............................. 123
Low Fuel Indicator..................................... 85
Range ..................................................... 123
Recommendation.................................... 569
Refueling ................................................ 569
Fuel Economy and CO
2 Emissions ............ 572
Fuel Fill Door ...................................... 20, 570
Unable to Unlock .................................... 671
Fuses ......................................................... 662
Inspecting and Changing ........................ 669
Locations ........................ 662, 665, 667, 668
G
Gasoline (Fuel) Economy................................................. 572
Gauge .................................................... 119 Information ............................................. 569
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 85
Refueling ................................................. 569
Gauges ...................................................... 119
Gear Position Indicator ...................... 83, 474
Gear Shift Positions Automatic Transmission ........................... 472
Glass (care) ................................................ 621
Glove Box .................................................. 208
H
Handling the Unexpected ........................ 625
HandsFreeLink ® (HFL) ............................... 393
Auto Answer ........................................... 410
Automatic Import of Cellular Phonebook
and Call History ..................................... 412
Automatic Transferring ............................ 410
Displaying Messages ................................ 430
HFL Buttons ............................................. 393
HFL Menus .............................................. 396
HFL Status Display ................................... 394
Limitations for Manua l Operation ............ 395
Making a Call .......................................... 421
Options During a Call .............................. 427
Phone Setup ............................................ 401
Phonebook Phonetic M odification ........... 416
Receiving a Call ....................................... 426
Receiving a Text/E-mail Message .............. 428
Ring Tone ................................................ 411
Roadside Assistance ................................. 434 Selecting a Text/E-mail Message
Account ................................................ 429
Speed Dial ............................................... 413
To Create a Security PIN .......................... 408
To Set Up a Text/E-mail Message Option................................................... 406
Use Contact Photo .................................. 411
Hard Disk Drive (HDD) Audio .................. 271
Hazard Warning Button .............................. 4
HDMI
TM Port .............................................. 337
Head Restraints ........................ 198, 200, 201
Headlight Washers ................................... 182
Headlights ................................................. 172
Aiming .................................................... 593
Auto High-Beam ..................................... 176
Automatic Operation............................... 173
Dimming ......................................... 172, 175
Operating................................................ 172
Heated Door Mirrors ................................ 184
Heated Steering Wheel ............................ 216
Heated Windshield ................................... 184
Heater (Steering Wheel) .......................... 216
Heaters (Seat) ................................... 217, 218
HFL (HandsFreeLink ®)............................... 393
High Beam Indicator .................................. 88
Hill Start Assist System ............................. 469
HomeLink ® Universal Transceiver ............ 390
Honda App License Agreement .............. 319
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Index
Parking Brake............................................ 529
Parking Sensor System .............................. 548
Passenger Front Airbag Off Indicator ....... 54
Passing Indicators ..................................... 172
Power Tailgate .......................................... 156
Power Windows ........................................ 165
Precautions While Driving ........................ 470
Driving Guidelines for Your Utility
Vehicle................................................... 470
Rain ......................................................... 470
Pregnant Women ....................................... 39
Puncture (Tire) .................................. 627, 635
R
Radiator..................................................... 590
Radio (AM/FM) .......................................... 254
Radio (SiriusXM ®)...................................... 257
Radio Data System (RDS) .......................... 255
Range ........................................................ 123
RDS (Radio Data System) .......................... 255
Readiness Codes (Emissions Testing) ....... 681
Rear Climate Control System ................... 226
From the Front Panel ............................... 226
From the Rear Panel................................. 229
Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror Button ...................................................... 184
Rear Entertainment System (RES) ............ 335
Auxiliary Console Panel ............................ 336
Front Control Panel Operation ................. 352
HDMI
TM Port ............................................ 337 Operating the System .............................. 339
Overhead Screen ..................................... 338
Playable Discs .......................................... 357
Rear Control Panel Operation .................. 340
Wireless Headphones .............................. 335
Rear Seats Second Row Seat .................................... 194
Third Row Seat ........................................ 203
Rearview Mirror ....................................... 188
Refueling .................................................. 569
Fuel Gauge.............................................. 119
Gasoline .......................................... 569, 676
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 85
Regulations ............................... 524, 605, 679
Remote Engine Start with Vehicle Feedback ................................................. 466
Checking Door Lock Status...................... 150
Remote Transmitter ................................. 147
Replacement
Battery ............................ 613, 614, 615, 616
Bulbs ....................................................... 593
Front Wiper Blade Rubber ....................... 598
Fuses ............................... 662, 665, 667, 668
Rear Wiper Blade Rubber......................... 600
Tires ........................................................ 608
Reporting Safety Defects ......................... 680
Resetting a Trip Meter ............................. 122
Reverse Tilt Door Mirror .......................... 189
Right Selector Wheel ....................... 120, 126
Road Departure Mitigation (RDM) ......... 505
On and Off.............................................. 507
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 ..................................... 217, 218
Seat Ventilation ....................................... 217
Seats .......................................................... 191
Adjusting ................................................ 191
Driver’s Seat Lumbar Support .................. 192
Front Seats.............................................. 191
Rear Seats ....................................... 194, 203
Seat Heaters ................................... 217, 218
Seat Ventilation ...................................... 217
Second Row Seat .................................... 194
Third Row Seat ....................................... 203
Second Row Outer Seats Heaters ............ 218
Second Row Seat (Folding Down) ........... 197
Security System ........................................ 162
Immobilizer System Indicator..................... 89
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Index
Security System Alarm Indicator ................ 90
Select Button ............................................ 472
Operation ............................................... 474
Selecting a Child Seat ................................ 60
Sequential Mode ...................................... 478
Sequential Mode Operation ................... 479
Setting the Clock ...................................... 138
SH-AWD ® (Super Handling-All Wheel
Drive
TM) ................................................... 521
SH-AWD ® Torque Distribution
Monitor ................................................... 124
Shift Button ........................................ 18, 472
Shifting (Transmission) ...................... 18, 472
Shoulder Anchor ........................................ 37
Side Airbags ............................................... 50
Side Curtain Airbags .................................. 52
Siri Eyes Free ............................................. 298
SiriusXM ® Radio ....................................... 257
Snow Tires ................................................ 610
Spare Tire ......................................... 627, 677
Spark Plugs ............................................... 676
Specifications ........................................... 676
Specified Fuel ................................... 569, 676
Speedometer ............................................ 119
Speed-sensitive Electric Power Steering (EPS)
System Indicator ........................................... 88, 658
SRS Airbags (Airbags) ................................ 44
Starting Assist Brake Function ................ 485
Starting the Engine .................................. 464
Does Not Start ........................................ 649 Jump Starting .......................................... 652
Remote Engine Start ................................ 466
Steering Wheel ......................................... 187
Adjusting ................................................. 187
Heater ..................................................... 216
Stopping .................................................... 546
Summer Tires ............................................ 610
Sunglasses Holder ..................................... 216
Super Handling-All Wheel DriveTM
(SH-AWD ®) .............................................. 521
Indicator .................................................... 91
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) ........ 44
Surround View Camera System ............... 559
Switches (Around the Steering
Wheel) ............................................. 4, 5, 168
Synchronized Mode .................................. 223
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, 230
Temporary Tire Repair Kit ........................ 636
Text Message .................................... 428, 430
Third Row Seat (Folding Down) .............. 203Third Row Seat Access
.............................. 196
Tie-down Anchors .................................... 215
Time (Setting) ........................................... 138
Tire Fill Assist .................................... 522, 660
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
with Tire Fill Assist .................................. 522
Indicator............................................ 88, 660
Tire Repair Kit ........................................... 635
Tires ........................................................... 602
Air Pressure ..................................... 603, 677
Checking and Maintaining ...................... 602
Inspection ............................................... 602
Labeling .................................................. 603
Puncture (Flat Tire) .......................... 627, 635
Regulations ............................................. 605
Rotation .................................................. 609
Spare Tire ........................................ 627, 677
Summer .................................................. 610
Temporary Tire Repair Kit ........................ 636
Tire Chains .............................................. 610
Tire Repair Kit.......................................... 635
Wear Indicators ....................................... 607
Winter..................................................... 610
Tools .......................................................... 626
Towing a Trailer ....................................... 452
Equipment and Accessories ..................... 455
Load Limits .............................................. 452
Towing Your Vehicle ................................ 461
Emergency .............................................. 670
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