tow Acura MDX Hybrid 2017 Owner's Guide

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Handling the Unexpected
Jump Starting
Turn off the power to electric devices, such as audio and lights. Turn off the power
system, then open the hood. 1.Pull up on the engine cover, remove it from
the pins.
u Start on the passenger side and lift up on
the outermost edge of the cover.
u Move towards the driver side while
applying uniform upward pressure.
2. Connect the first jumper cable to your
vehicle’s 12-volt battery + terminal.
3. Connect the other end of the first jumper
cable to the booster battery + terminal.
u Use a 12-volt booster battery only.
u When using an automotive battery
charger to boost your 12-volt battery,
select a lower charging voltage than 15
volts. Check the ch arger manual for the
proper setting.
4. Connect the second jumper cable to the
booster battery - terminal.
■Jump Starting Procedure1Jump Starting
Securely attach the jumper cables clips so that they
do not come off when the e ngine vibrates. Also be
careful not to tangle the ju mper cables or allow the
cable ends to touch each other while attaching or
detaching the jumper cables.
12-volt Battery performa nce degrades in cold
conditions and may prevent the engine from starting.
3WARNING
A 12-volt battery can explode if you do not
follow the correct procedure, seriously
injuring anyone nearby.
Keep all sparks, open flames, and smoking
materials away from the 12-volt battery.
Engine
CoverPin
Booster Battery
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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 mi nute, and then stays on.
■What to do when the 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 sp ecified 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, change the tire to a full-size tire.
The indicator goes off after driv ing for a few miles (kilometers).
If the Transmission System Indicator Blinks along
with the Warning Message
■Reasons for the indicator to blink
The transmission is malfunctioning.
■What to do when the indicator blinks
• Immediately have your vehi cle inspected by a dealer.
• Change to
(N when you turn the power system on.
u Check if the
(N position on the instrument panel and the indicator
on the
(N button is light/blink.
u The power system cannot be turned on unless the parking brake is
set.
2 Turning on the Power P. 239
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 the exterior lights flash rapidly 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 turn on the power system.
Make sure to set the parking brake when parking
your vehicle.
Call a professional towing service if you need to tow
your vehicle. 2 Emergency Towing P. 427
* Not available on all models
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Handling the Unexpected
Emergency Towing
Call a professional towing service if you need to tow your vehicle.
■Flat bed equipment
The operator loads your vehicle on the back of a truck.
This is the only way you can safely transport your vehicle.
Any other towing method will dama ge the vehicle’s drive system.
1Emergency Towing
NOTICE
Trying to lift or tow your vehicle by the bumpers will
cause serious damage. The bumpers are not designed
to support the vehicle’s weight.
NOTICE
Improper towing such as towing behind a
motorhome or other motor vehicle can damage the
transmission.
Never tow your vehicle with just a rope or chain.
It is very dangerous since ropes or chains may shift
from side to side or break.
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Handling the Unexpected
When You Cannot Unlock the Fuel Fill Door
If you cannot unlock the fuel fill door, use the following procedure:1.Open the tailgate.
2. Lift the cargo floor lid by the handle in the
center.
3. Remove the cargo floor box and set it aside.
4. Wrap a cloth around the flat-tip
screwdriver. Put it in to the cover slot (as
shown in the image) and remove the cover.
5. Pull the release lever toward you.
u The release lever unlocks the fuel fill door
when it is pulled.
■What to Do When Unable to Unlock the Fuel Fill Door1What to Do When Unable to Unlock the Fuel Fill Door
After taking these steps, cont act a dealer to have the
vehicle checked.
Cover
Release Lever
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Index
Tires.......................................................... 361
Air Pressure..................................... 362, 433
Checking and Maintaining ...................... 361
Inspection ............................................... 361
Labeling .................................................. 362
Puncture (Flat Tire) .......................... 385, 392
Regulations ............................................. 364
Rotation.................................................. 368
Spare Tire ....................................... 385, 433
Summer .................................................. 369
Temporary Tire Repair Kit ........................ 393
Tire Chains.............................................. 369
Tire Repair Kit ......................................... 392
Wear Indicators....................................... 366
Winter .................................................... 369
Tools ......................................................... 384
Towing a Trailer ....................................... 236
Towing Your Vehicle ............................... 236
Emergency .............................................. 427
TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitoring System) with Tire Fill Assist ................................. 294
Indicator ........................................... 89, 416
Transmission ....................................... 21, 247
Dual Clutch............................... 21, 246, 247
Fluid ....................................................... 350
Gear Position Indicator ...................... 83, 249
Number .................................................. 434
Sequential Mode..................................... 253
TRIP Button .............................................. 120
Trip Meter ................................................ 121 Troubleshooting
....................................... 383
Blown Fuse ...................... 418, 421, 424, 425
Brake Pedal Vibrates .................................. 27
Buzzer Sounds When Opening Door .......... 28
Emergency Towing .................................. 427
Noise When Braking .................................. 29
Overheating ............................................ 409
Power System Won’t Start ....................... 404
Puncture/Flat Tire ............................. 385, 392
Rear Door Won’t Open ...................... 27, 149
Warning Indicators .................................... 78
Turn Signals .............................................. 167
Indicators (Instrument Panel) ...................... 89
Turn-by-Turn Directions ........................... 123
Turning on the Power .............................. 239
Does Not Activate .................................... 404
Jump Starting .......................................... 407
Remote Engine Start ................................ 241
U
Under-floor Storage Area ........................ 205
Unlocking the Doors ................................ 139
Unlocking the Front Doors from the
Inside ................................................. 18, 147
V
Vanity Mirrors ............................................... 7
Vehicle Identification Number ................ 434Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA
®).................. 287
Off Button............................................... 288
Off Indicator.............................................. 88
System Indicator ................................ 88, 287
Viscosity (Oil) .................................... 342, 433
VSA ® (Vehicle Stability Assist) .................. 287
W
Warning and Information Messages ......... 99
Warning Indicator On/Blinking ............... 412
Warning Labels ........................................... 76
Warranties (Warranty Manual provided
separately) .............................................. 438
Watts ......................................................... 432
Wear Indicators (Tire) .............................. 366
Wheel Nut Wrench (Jack Handle) ........... 389
Window Washers ..................................... 175
Adding/Refilling Fluid .............................. 351
Switch ..................................................... 175
Windows (Opening and Closing) ............ 161
Windshield ................................................ 175
Cleaning ................................................. 378
Defrosting/Defogging .............................. 221
Washer Fluid ........................................... 351
Wiper Blades ........................................... 357
Wipers and Washers................................ 175
Winter Tires .............................................. 369
Snow Tires .............................................. 369
Tire Chains .............................................. 369
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