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Quick Reference Guide
Wipers and Washers
(P177)
*1:Models with automatic intermittent wipers
*2:Models without automatic intermittent
wipers
Wiper/Washer Control Lever
MIST
OFF
AUTO
*1: Wiper speed varies
automatically
INT
*2: Low speed with
intermittent
LO : Low speed wipe
HI: High speed wipe
Pull toward
you to spray
washer fluid.
Adjustment Ring
(-: Low Sensitivity*1
: Lower speed, fewer sweeps*2
(+: High Sensitivity*1
: Higher speed, more sweeps*2
AUTO should always be turned OFF before
the following situations in order to prevent
severe damage to the wiper system:
●Cleaning the windshield●Driving through a car wash●No rain present
Steering Wheel (P186)
●To adjust, push and hold the adjustment
switch to move the steering wheel to the
desired position.
Models with automatic intermittent wipersUnlocking the Front
Doors from the Inside
(P144)
●Pull either front door inner handle to
unlock and open it at the same time.
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Quick Reference Guide
Maintenance (P585)
Under the Hood (P595)
●Check engine oil, engine coolant, and windshield washer
fluid. Add when necessary.
●Check brake fluid.●Check the battery condition monthly.
aPull the hood release handle under the corner of the dashboard.
bLocate the hood latch lever, push it to the side, and then
raise the hood. Once you have raised the hood slightly, you
can release the lever.
cWhen finished, close the hood and make sure it is firmly
locked in place.
Lights (P608)
●Inspect all lights regularly.
Wiper Blades (P610)
●Replace blades if they leave streaks
across the windshield or become noisy.
Tires (P615)
●Inspect tires and wheels regularly.●Check tire pressures regularly.●Install snow tires for winter
driving.
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uuOperating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel uWipers and Washers
Continued
Controls
Wipers and Washers
The windshield wipers and washers can be
used when the power mode is in ON.
■MIST
The wipers run at high speed until you release
the lever.
■Wiper switch (OFF, INT*1/AUTO*2, LO,
HI)
Move the lever up or down to change the
wiper settings.
■Adjusting wiper operation*
Turn the adjustment ring to adjust wiper
operation.
■Washer
Sprays while you pull the lever toward you.
When you release the le ver for more than one
second, the spray stops, the wipers sweep two
or three more times to clear the windshield,
then stop.
*1: Models with manual intermittent operation
*2: Models with automatic intermittent operation
■Windshield Wipers/Washers1 Wipers and Washers
NOTICE
Do not use the wipers when the windshield is dry.
The windshield will get sc ratched, or the rubber
blades will get damaged.
NOTICE
Turn the washers off if no washer fluid comes out.
The pump may get damaged.
The wiper motor may stop motor operation
temporarily to prevent an overload. Wiper operation
will return to normal within a few minutes, once the
circuit has returned to normal.
If the vehicle speeds up while the wipers are
operating intermittently, the length of the wipe
interval shortens.
When the vehicle speeds up, the wiper operation’s
shortest delay setting ( ) and the LO setting become
the same.
NOTICE
In cold weather, the blades may freeze to the
windshield.
Operating the wipers in th is condition may damage
the wipers. Use the defrost er or heated windshield
*
to warm the windshield, then turn the wipers on.
Models without automatic intermittent wipers
Intermittent Time
Adjustment Ring*
MIST
INT
*1/AUTO*2
OFF
LO: Low speed wipe
HI: High speed wipe Pull to
use
washer.
Lower speed, fewer sweeps
Higher speed, more sweeps
* Not available on all models
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Maintenance
This chapter discusses basic maintenance.
Before Performing MaintenanceInspection and Maintenance ............ 586
Safety When Performing Maintenance ..587
Parts and Fluids Used in Maintenance Service ........................................... 588
Maintenance Minder
TM..................... 589
Maintenance Under the Hood Maintenance Items Under the Hood .. 595
Opening the Hood ........................... 596
Engine Compartment Cover ............. 598
Recommended Engine Oil ................ 599
Oil Check ......................................... 600
Adding Engine Oil ............................ 601 Changing the Engine Oi
l and Oil Filter .. 602
Engine Coolant ................................ 604
Transmission Fluid ............................ 606
Brake Fluid ....................................... 607
Refilling Window Washer Fluid......... 607
Replacing Light Bulbs ....................... 608
Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades... 610Checking and Maintaining Tires
Checking Tires ................................. 615
Tire and Loading Information Label .. 616
Tire Labeling .................................... 616
DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles).. 618
Wear Indicators ............................... 620
Tire Service Life ................................ 620
Tire and Wheel Replacement ........... 621
Tire Rotation .................................... 622
Winter Tires ..................................... 623
Battery ............................................... 624
Remote Transmitter Care Replacing the Button Battery ........... 626
Climate Control System Maintenance.. 628CleaningInterior Care .................................... 629
Exterior Care.................................... 631
Accessories and Modifications ........ 634
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Maintenance
Maintenance Under the Hood
Maintenance Items Under the Hood
Brake Fluid
(Black Cap)
Washer Fluid
Radiator CapEngine Coolant
Reserve Tank
Engine Oil Dipstick
(Orange) Engine Oil Fill Cap
Battery
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uuMaintenance Under the Hood uBrake Fluid
Maintenance
Brake Fluid
The fluid level should be between the MIN
and MAX marks on the side of the reserve
tank.
Refilling Window Washer Fluid
If the washer fluid is low, a message ap pears on the driver information interface.
Pour the washer fluid carefully. Do not overflow the reservoir.
Specified fluid: Acura Heavy Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3
■Checking the Brake Fluid
1Brake Fluid
NOTICE
Brake fluid marked DOT 5 is not compatible with your
vehicle’s braking system and can cause extensive
damage.
If the specified br ake fluid is not av ailable, you should
use only DOT 3 or DOT 4 fluid from a sealed
container as a temporary replacement.
Using any non-Acura brake fl uid can cause corrosion
and decrease the longevity of the system. Have the
brake system flushed and re filled with Acura Heavy
Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3 as soon as possible.
If the brake fluid level is at or below the MIN mark,
have a dealer inspect the vehicle for leaks or worn
brake pads as soon as possible.
Reserve Tank
MIN
MAX
1 Refilling Window Washer Fluid
NOTICE
Do not use engine antifreeze or a vinegar/water
solution in the windshield washer reservoir.
Antifreeze can damage y our vehicle’s paint. A
vinegar/water solution ca n damage the windshield
washer pump.
Use only commercially avai lable windshield washer
fluid.
Avoid prolonged use of hard water to prevent lime
scale build up.
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Information
Specifications
■Vehicle Specifications
*1: 2WD models
*2: AWD models
ModelMDX
No. of Passengers:
Front
2Rear2nd Row33rd Row2
Total 7
Weights:Gross Vehicle Weight
RatingSee the certification label on the driver’s
doorjamb
Gross Axle Weight
Rating (Front)See the certification label on the driver’s
doorjamb
Gross Axle Weight
Rating (Rear)See the certification label on the driver’s
doorjamb
Gross Combined
Weight RatingUS:8,311 lbs (3,770 kg)*1
10,053 lbs (4,560 kg)*2
Canada:3,770 kg*1
4,560 kg*2
■ Air Conditioning
■ Engine Specifications
■ Fuel
■ Washer Fluid
Refrigerant TypeHFO-1234yf (R-1234yf)
Charge Quantity 17.1 – 18.9 oz (485 – 535 g)
Lubricant TypeRL85HM (POE)
Quantity 7.75 – 9.33 cu-in (127 – 153 cm3)
Displacement211.7 cu-in (3,471 cm3)
Spark Plugs NGK DILZKR7B11G
TypeUnleaded premium gasoline, Pump octane
number of 91 or higher
Fuel Tank Capacity 18.5 US gal (70.0 L)
Tank Capacity4.2 US qt (4.0 L)
■ Light Bulbs
■ Brake Fluid
Headlights (Low Beam)LED
Headlights (High Beam) LED
Fog Lights*LED
Front Turn Signal Lights LED
Front Side Marker LightsLED
Parking/Daytime Running Lights LED
Side Turn Signal Lights (on Door
Mirrors)LED
Brake Lights LED
Rear Side Marker LightsLED
Taillights LED
Back-Up LightsLED
Rear Turn Signal Light LED
High-Mount Brake LightLED
Rear License Plate Light LED
Door Outer Handle Lights*LED
Interior Lights Front, Second Row and Third
Row Map Lights LED
Vanity Mirror Lights 1.4 W
Door Courtesy Lights LED
Door Pocket Lights
*LED
Door Inner Handle Lights LED
Console Compartment Lights LED
Glove Box Light LED
Foot Lights LED
Tailgate Lights LED
SpecifiedAcura Heavy Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3
* Not available on all models
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Index
702
Index
Index
A
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System)................... 558
AC Power Outlet ....................................... 221
Accessories and Modifications ................. 634
Accessory Power Sockets .......................... 219
Acura Integrated Dynamics System ......... 450
Dynamic Mode switch ............................. 451
AcuraLink® ............................................... 405
AcuraWatch
TM........................................... 474
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed Follow ..................................... 99, 496
Additives Coolant ................................................... 604
Engine ..................................................... 599
Washer .................................................... 607
Adjusting Armrest ................................................... 207
Front Seats .............................................. 190
Head Restraints................................ 202, 206
Headlights ............................................... 608
Mirrors .................................................... 187
Rear Seats................................................ 199
Steering Wheel ........................................ 186
Agile Handling Assist ................................ 465
Air Conditioning System (Climate Control
System) .................................................... 229
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows ............................................... 231
Dust and Pollen Filter ............................... 628
Sensors .................................................... 235
Synchronized Mode ................................. 232 Using Automatic Climate Control ............ 229
Air Pressure ....................................... 616, 691
Airbags ........................................................ 45
Advanced Airbags ..................................... 51
After a Collision ........................................ 48
Airbag Care............................................... 62
Event Data Recorder .................................... 0
Front Airbags (SRS) .................................... 48
Indicator.............................................. 59, 94
Knee Airbag .............................................. 53
Passenger Airbag Off Indicator .................. 60
Sensors ..................................................... 45
Side Airbags .............................................. 56
Side Curtain Airbags.................................. 58
AM/FM Radio ............................................ 277
Amazon Alexa .......................................... 273
Android Auto ........................................... 313
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) .................. 558
Indicator.................................................... 94
Apple CarPlay ........................................... 308
Armrest ..................................................... 207
Audio Remote Controls ........................... 242
Audio System ............................................ 238
Adjusting the Sound................................ 271
Audio/Information Screen........................ 248
Display Setup .......................................... 272
Error Messages ........................................ 318
General Information ................................ 322
Home Screen........................................... 253
How to Update Wirelessly ....................... 265
How to Update with a USB Device........... 269 iPod ........................................................ 294
Limitations for Manual Operation ............ 272
MP3/WMA/AAC ..................................... 297
Playing Social Playlist ............................... 303
Reactivating ............................................ 241
Remote Controls ..................................... 242
Security Code ......................................... 241
Status Area ............................................. 258
System Updates ...................................... 265
Theft Protection ...................................... 241
USB Flash Drives.............................. 297, 324
USB Ports ................................................ 239
Audio/Information Screen ....................... 248
Authorized Manuals ................................ 700
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking ................ 146
Auto High-Beam ...................................... 174
Indicator ................................................... 97
Auto Idle Stop .......................................... 457
OFF Button ............................................. 458
Automatic Brake Hold ............................. 556
Indicator ........................................... 88, 556
Automatic Brake Hold System
Indicator ................................................. 556
Automatic Folding Door Mirror .............. 189
Automatic Intermittent Wipers .............. 178
Automatic Lighting .................................. 171
Automatic Transmission .......................... 441
Creeping................................................. 441
Fluid ....................................................... 606
Kickdown ............................................... 441
Operating the Shift Button ...................... 444
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Index
D
Daytime Running Lights........................... 173
Dead Battery ............................................. 666
Defaulting All the Settings ...................... 372
Defrosting the Windshield and
Windows .................................................. 231
Detachable Anchor ..................................... 42
Devices that Emit Radio Waves ................ 693
Dimming Headlights ............................................... 170
Rearview Mirror ....................................... 187
Dipstick (Engine Oil) ................................. 600
Directional Signals (Turn Signal) .............. 169
Door Mirrors ............................................. 188
Door Outer Handle Ambient Lights ........ 135
Doors ......................................................... 130
Auto Door Locking .................................. 146
Auto Door Unlocking ............................... 146
Door Open Message .................................. 36
Keys ........................................................ 130
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Inside ..................................................... 143
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside .................................................. 133
DOT Tire Quality Grading ........................ 618
Driver Information Interface (Left Side Area) ........................................ 108
(Right Side Area) ...................................... 108
Switching the Display............................... 109 Driving
...................................................... 415
Automatic Transmission .......................... 441
Braking ................................................... 551
Off-Highway Driving Guidelines............... 432
Shifting Gear ........................................... 442
Starting the Engine.................................. 434
Driving Position Memory System ............ 183
Dust and Pollen Filter ............................... 628
Dynamic Mode Switch ............................. 451
E
Electric Parking Brake
Switch ..................................................... 551
Electric Power Steering (EPS) System Indicator............................................ 94, 674
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ............. 463
Emergency ................................................ 685
Emissions Testing (Readiness Codes) ....... 695
Engine ....................................................... 692
Coolant ................................................... 604
If the Battery Is Dead ............................... 666
Remote Engine Start................................ 436
Starting ................................................... 434
Engine Compartment Cover .................... 598
Engine Coolant ......................................... 604
Adding to the Radiator ............................ 605
Adding to the Reserve Tank..................... 604
Overheating ............................................ 668
Temperature Gauge ................................ 105 Engine Oil
Adding ................................................... 601
Checking ................................................ 600
Displaying Oil Life ................................... 589
Low Oil Pressure Warning ....................... 670
ENGINE START/STOP Button .................... 166
EPS (Electric Power Steering) System ...... 674
Exhaust Gas Hazard (Carbon Monoxide) .. 80
Exterior Care (Cleaning) .......................... 631
Exterior Mirrors ........................................ 188F
Features.................................................... 237
Filters Dust and Pollen....................................... 628
Oil .......................................................... 602
Flat Tire ............................................. 639, 647
Floor Mats ................................................ 630
Fluids Automatic Transmission .......................... 606
Brake ...................................................... 607
Engine Coolant ....................................... 604
Windshield Washer ................................. 607
FM/AM Radio ........................................... 277
Fog Lights ................................................. 173
Indicator ................................................... 97
Folding Down the Second Row Seat ...... 196
Folding Down the Third Row Seat .......... 199
Foot Brake ................................................ 555
Front Airbags (SRS) .................................... 48
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Index
Trip Computer........................................... 110
Trip Meter ................................................. 110
Troubleshooting ....................................... 637
Blown Fuse .............. 677, 679, 680, 681, 682
Brake Pedal Vibrates .................................. 28
Buzzer Sounds When Opening Door .......... 28
Emergency Towing .................................. 685
Engine Won’t Start .................................. 662
Noise When Braking .................................. 30
Overheating............................................. 668
Puncture/Flat Tire ............................. 639, 647
Rear Door Won’t Open ...................... 28, 145
Warning Indicators .................................... 84
True Touchpad Interface .......................... 245
Turn Signals ............................................... 169
Indicators (Instrum ent Panel) ...................... 97
U
Under-floor Storage Area ........................ 217
Unlocking the Doors ................................. 133
Unlocking the Fron t Doors from the
Inside ....................................................... 143
USB Flash Drives ................................ 297, 324
USB Ports ................................................... 239
V
Vanity Mirrors ............................................... 9
Vehicle Identification Number ................ 692
Vehicle Speed ........................................... 125
Vehicle Stability Assist
TM (VSA ®) .............. 463
OFF Button .............................................. 464
OFF Indicator ............................................. 95
System Indicator ................................ 95, 463
Viscosity (Oil) ............................................ 691
Voice Control Operation .......................... 274
Voice Recognition ................................... 274
Voice Recognition Screen ........................ 275
VSA ® (Vehicle Stability Assist
TM) .............. 463
W
Warning Indicator On/Blinking ............... 670
Warning Labels ........................................... 81
Warnings ................................................... 112
Warranties (Warranty Manual provided separately) .............................................. 697
Watts ......................................................... 690
Wear Indicators (Tire) .............................. 620
Wheel Nut Wrench (Jack Handle) ........... 643
Wi-Fi Connection ...................................... 305
Window Washers ..................................... 177
Adding/Refilling Fluid .............................. 607
Switch ..................................................... 177
Windows (Opening and Closing) ............ 160Windshield
............................................... 177
Cleaning ................................................. 632
Defrosting/Defogging ............................. 231
Washer Fluid ........................................... 607
Wiper Blades........................................... 610
Wipers and Washers ............................... 177
Winter Tires .............................................. 623
Snow Tires .............................................. 623
Tire Chains.............................................. 623
Wipers and Washers ................................ 177
Automatic Intermittent Wipers ................ 178
Checking and Replacing Wiper Blades..... 610
Front....................................................... 177
Rear ........................................................ 179
Wireless Charger ...................................... 222
WMA ......................................................... 297
Worn Tires ................................................ 615
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