immobilizer Acura MDX Hybrid 2017 Owner's Manual

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Quick Reference Guide
Instrument Panel (P77)
System Indicators
Malfunction Indicator
Lamp
Low Oil Pressure
Indicator
12-Volt Battery
Charging System
IndicatorAnti-lock Brake System
(
ABS ) Indicator
Vehicle Stability Assist
(VSA ®) System
Indicator
VSA ® OFF Indicator
Speed-sensitive Electric
Power Steering (EPS)
System Indicator
Lights Indicators
Lights On Indicator
High Beam Indicator
Immobilizer System
Indicator
Seat Belt Reminder
Indicator
System Indicators
System Message
IndicatorBrake System
Indicator (Red) Supplemental
Restraint System
Indicator
Low Fuel Indicator
Gauges (P117)/Multi-Information Display (MID) (P119)/System Indicators (P78)
Low Tire Pressure/
TPMS Indicator Turn Signal and
Hazard Warning
Indicators
Keyless Access System
Indicator
High Voltage Battery
Charge Level Gauge Security System Alarm Indicator Fuel
Gauge
Tachometer
MID
Speedometer
Gear Position Indicator
M (sequential mode) Indicator/
Sequential Mode Gear Selection
Indicator
Brake System
Indicator (Amber)
Blind spot information
(BSI) Indicator
System Indicators
Collision Mitigation
Braking SystemTM
(CMBSTM) IndicatorRoad Departure
Mitigation (RDM)
Indicator
Lane Keeping Assist System
( LKAS ) Indicator
Adaptive Cruise Control (
ACC)
with Low Speed Follow (LSF)
Indicator
U.S.
Canada U.S.
Canada
Fog Light Indicator*
Automatic Brake Hold
System Indicator
Automatic Brake Hold
Indicator
U.S.
Canada
Electric Parking Brake
System Indicator
Electric Parking Brake
Indicator
U.S.
Canada
Auto High-Beam
Indicator POWER SYSTEM

Indicator
High Temperature Indicator
Low Temperature Indicator
SPORT+
Mode
Indicator
READY Indicator
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uuIndicators u
Instrument Panel
IndicatorNameOn/BlinkingExplanationMessage
Lights On
Indicator●Comes on whenever the light
switch is on, or in AUTO when
the exterior lights are on.●If you set the power mode to ACCESSORY or
VEHICLE OFF while the lights are on, a chime
sounds when the driv er’s door is opened.
—
Fog Light
Indicator*
●Comes on when the fog lights
are on.
——
Immobilizer
System Indicator
●Comes on briefly when you set
the power mode to ON, then
goes off.
●Comes on if the immobilizer
system cannot recognize the key
information.
●Blinks - You cannot start the power system.
Set the power mode to VEHICLE OFF, then
select the ON mode again.
●Repeatedly blinks - The system may be
malfunctioning. Have your vehicle checked by
a dealer.
●Do not attempt to alter this system or add
other devices to it. Electrical problems can
occur.
—
* Not available on all models
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Controls
This chapter explains how to operate the various controls necessary for driving.
Clock.................................................. 136
Locking and Unlocking the Doors Key Types and Functions .................. 137
Low Keyless Access Remote Signal Strength ......................................... 138
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the
Outside .......................................... 139
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Inside ............................................. 147
Childproof Door Locks ..................... 149
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking .......... 150
Opening and Closing the Tailgate ... 151
Security System Immobilizer System .......................... 158
Security System Alarm ...................... 158 Opening and Closing the Windows
... 161
Opening and Closing the Moonroof .. 163
Operating the Switches Around the
Steering Wheel POWER Button................................. 164
Turn Signals ..................................... 167
Light Switches.................................. 168
Fog Lights
*...................................... 171
Daytime Running Lights ................... 171
Auto High-Beam .............................. 172
Wipers and Washers ........................ 175
Brightness Control ........................... 179
Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror Button.. 180Driving Position Memory System ...... 181
Adjusting the Steering Wheel........... 183 Adjusting the Mirrors
Interior Rearview Mirror ................... 184
Power Door Mirrors ......................... 185
Adjusting the Seats Front Seats ...................................... 187
Second Row Seats ........................... 189
Third Row Seats ............................... 198
Armrest ........................................... 199
Interior Lights/Interior Convenience Items
Interior Lights .................................. 201
Interior Convenience Items .............. 203
Climate Control System
Using Automatic Climate Control .... 214
Rear Climate Control System ........... 222
Automatic Climate Control Sensors ... 226
* Not available on all models
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137Continued
Controls
Locking and Unlocking the Doors
Key Types and Functions
This vehicle comes with the following keys:
Use the keys to turn on and off the power
system, and to lock and unlock all the doors
and tailgate. You can also use the keyless
access system to lock and unlock all the doors
and tailgate.
The built-in key can be us ed to lock/unlock the
doors when the keyless access remote battery
becomes weak and the power door lock/
unlock operation is disabled.
To remove the built-in key, slide the release
knob and then pull out the key. To reinstall
the built-in key, push th e built-in key into the
keyless access remote until it clicks.1 Key Types and Functions
All the keys have an immobilizer system. The
immobilizer system helps to protect against vehicle
theft. 2 Immobilizer System P. 158
The keys contain precision electronics.
Adhere to the following advi ce to prevent damage to
the electronics:
•Do not leave the keys in direct sunlight, or in
locations with high temperature or high humidity.
•Do not drop the keys or set heavy objects on them.
•Keep the keys away from liquids.
•Do not take the keys apart except for replacing the
battery.
If the circuits in the keys are damaged, the power
system may not activate, and the keyless access
system may not work.
If the keys do not work properly, have them
inspected by a dealer.
You can remotely turn the power system on using the
two-way keyless access remote. 2 Remote Engine Start with Vehicle
Feedback P. 241■Keyless Access Remote
Release Knob Built-in Key
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Controls
Security System
Immobilizer System
The immobilizer system prevents a key that has not been pre-registered from
starting the power system. Each key cont ains electronic transmitters that use
electronic signals to verify the key.
Pay attention to the follo wing when pressing the POWER button:
• Do not allow objects that emit strong radio waves near the POWER button.
• Make sure the key is not covered by or touching a metal object.
• Do not bring a key from another vehi cle’s immobilizer system near the POWER
button.
• Do not put the key near magnetic items. Electronic devices, such as televisions
and audio systems emit strong magnetic fields. Note that even a key chain can
become magnetic.
Security System Alarm
The security system alarm activates when the tailgate, hood or doors are forcibly
opened. The alarm does not activate if the tailgate or doors are opened with the key,
remote transmitter or keyless access system.
However, the alarm activates if a door is opened with the key and then the hood is
opened before the power mode is set to ON.
■When the security sy stem alarm activates
The horn sounds intermittently, and some exterior lights flash.
■To deactivate the security system alarm
Unlock the vehicle using the key, remote transmitter, or keyless access system. The
system, along with the horn and flashing lights, is deactivated.
1 Immobilizer System
NOTICE
Leaving the key in the vehicl e can result in theft or
accidental movement of the vehicle.
Always take the key with you whenever you leave the
vehicle unattended.
Do not alter the system or add other devices to it.
Doing so may damage the system and make your
vehicle inoperable.
1 Security System Alarm
Do not alter the system or add other devices to it.
Doing so may damage the system and make your
vehicle inoperable.
The security alarm continues for a maximum of two
minutes until the security system alarm deactivates.
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uuWhen Driving uTurning on the Power
240
Driving
3. Press the POWER button without
depressing the accelerator pedal.
u The Ready To Drive message appears
on the multi-information display (MID).
u If the High Voltage battery is fully
charged, the gasoline engine may not
start.
u If the High Voltage battery charge level is
low, the gasoline engine starts.
u When the ambient temperature is
extremely low, the vehicle does not move
until certain conditions are met.
A warning message appears instead of
Ready To Drive .
2Multi-Information Display (MID)
Warning and Information Messages
P. 99
You can turn the power system off when the vehicle is completely stopped.
1. Select
(P.
2. Press and hold the POWER button.
1Turning on the Power
Bring the keyless access remote close to the POWER
button if the battery in the keyless access remote is
weak.
2 If the Keyless Access Remote Battery is
Weak P. 405
The power system may not activate if the keyless
access remote is subjecte d to strong radio waves.
Do not hold the POWER button to start the power
system.
If the power system does not start, wait at least 30
seconds before trying again.
The immobilizer system pr otects your vehicle from
theft.
If an improperly c oded key (or other device) is used,
the power system does not activate. 2 Immobilizer System P. 158
When you turn the power system on, you may feel
the brake pedal slightly sink down. This is normal.
■Stopping the Power System
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Handling the Unexpected
Power System Won’t Start
Checking the Procedure
When the READY indicator does not come on and the Ready To Drive message
does not appear on the multi-informati on display, check the following items and
take appropriate action:
ChecklistConditionWhat to Do
Check if the related
indicator or multi-
information display
messages come on.The Temperature Is Too Cold For Vehicle To Operate
message appears.2 Multi-Information Display (MID) Warning
and Information Messages P. 99
The To Start, Hold Remote Near Start Button message
appears.
u Make sure the keyless access remo te is in its operating range.
2POWER Button Operating Range P. 164
2If the Keyless Access Remote Battery is
Weak P. 405
The POWER SYSTEM indicator comes on.Have your vehicle checked by a dealer.
The transmission system indicator blinks and Transmission
Problem Apply Parking Brake When Parked message
appears.The power system can be activated as a
temporary measure.
2 If the Transmission System Indicator Blinks
along with the Warning Message P. 416
Check the brightness
of the interior lights.The interior lights are dim or do not come on at
all. Have the 12-volt battery checked by a dealer.
The interior lights come on normally. Check all fuses, or have your vehicle checked by a dealer.
2Inspecting and Changing Fuses P. 426
Check the gear
position.The transmission is not in (P.Change the gear position to (P.
Check the
immobilizer system
indicator. When the immobilizer system in
dicator is blinking, the power
system cannot be turned on.
2 Immobilizer System Indicator P. 90
1Checking the Procedure
If you must start the vehi cle immediately, use an
assisting vehicle to jump start it.
2 Jump Starting P. 407
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Information
Devices that Emit Radio Waves
The following products and systems on your vehicle emit radio waves when in operation.
Each of the above complies with the appropriate requirements or the required standards of FCC (Federal Communications Commissio n)
and Industry Canada Standard, described below:
As required by the FCC:
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1)
This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Changes or modifications not expres sly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the
user’s authority to operate the equipment.
This device complies with Indus try Canada licence-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this
device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must ac cept any interference, including interference that may cause unde sired
operation of the device.
AcuraLink
Audio System
Blind Spot Information System
Bluetooth ® Audio
Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink ®
HomeLink® Universal Transceiver
Collision Mitigati on Braking SystemTM
Immobilizer System
Remote Transmitter
Keyless Access System
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
Remote Engine Start with Vehicle Feedback
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Index
Fuel Fill Door...................................... 23, 328
Unable to Unlock .................................... 428
Fuses ......................................................... 418
Inspecting and Changing ........................ 426
Locations ........................ 418, 421, 424, 425
G
Gasoline (Fuel) Economy................................................. 330
Gauge .................................................... 117
Information............................................. 327
Low Fuel Indicator..................................... 85
Refueling ................................................ 327
Gauges ...................................................... 117
Gear Position Indicator ...................... 83, 249
Gear Shift Positions Dual Clutch Transmission ........................ 247
Glass (care) ............................................... 378
Glove Box ................................................. 203
H
Handling the Unexpected ....................... 383
Hazard Warning Button .............................. 4
Head Restraints ........................ 193, 195, 196
Headlight Washers ................................... 178
Headlights ................................................ 168
Aiming.................................................... 352
Auto High-Beam System ......................... 172
Automatic Operation .............................. 169 Dimming ......................................... 168, 171
Operating ................................................ 168
Heated Door Mirrors ................................ 180
Heated Steering Wheel ............................ 211
Heated Windshield ................................... 180
Heater (Steering Wheel) .......................... 211
Heaters (Seat) ................................... 212, 213
High Beam Indicator .................................. 89
High Voltage Battery ............................... 298
Hill Start Assist System ............................. 244
Hybrid Vehicle
SPORT HYBRID Super Handling-All Wheel
Drive
TM (SPORT HYBRID SH-AWD® )............ 9
I
Identification Numbers ............................ 434
Engine, Motor, and Transmission ............. 434
Vehicle Identification ............................... 434
IDS (Integrated Dynamics System) ........... 256
Illumination Control ................................. 179
Button ..................................................... 179
Immobilizer System .................................. 158
Indicator .................................................... 90
Indicators .................................................... 78
12-Volt Battery Charging System ....... 82, 412
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with
Low Speed Follow (LSF).................... 94, 259
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ..................... 87
Auto High-Beam ........................................ 87
Automatic Brake Hold ....................... 81, 303 Automatic Brake Hold System ........... 81, 303
Blind Spot Information (BSI) ....................... 98
Brake System (Amber) ............................... 79
Brake System (Red) ............................ 78, 414
Collision Mitigati
on Braking System
TM
(CMBSTM) ........................................... 96, 97
Electric Parking Brake ................................ 80
Electric Parking Brake System ............ 80, 415
Fog Lights ................................................. 90
Gear Position............................................. 83
High Beam ................................................ 89
High Temperature ..................................... 86
Immobilizer System ................................... 90
Keyless Access System ............................... 91
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) .... 92, 281
Lights On .................................................. 90
Low Fuel ................................................... 85
Low Oil Pressure ................................ 82, 412
Low Temperature ...................................... 86
Low Tire Pressure/TPMS ..................... 89, 416
M (sequential mode) I ndicator/Sequential
Mode Gear Selection ............................... 83
Malfunction Indicator Lamp............... 82, 413
POWER SYSTEM Indicator ................. 85, 417
READY ...................................................... 86
Road Departure Mitigation (RDM) ............. 93
Seat Belt Reminder .............................. 39, 85
Security System Alarm ............................... 91
Speed-sensitive Electric Power Steering (EPS) System ...................... 89, 414
SPORT+ mode ........................................... 86
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Index
Road Departure Mitigation (RDM).......... 274
On and Off .............................................. 276
S
Safe Driving ................................................. 31
Safety Checklist ........................................... 36
Safety Labels ............................................... 76
Safety Message ............................................. 1
Seat Belts ..................................................... 37
Adjusting the Shoulder Anchor .................. 41
Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners .................. 39
Checking ................................................... 44
Detachable Anchor .................................... 42
Fastening ................................................... 40
Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/Shoulder
Seat Belt .................................................. 68
Pregnant Women ...................................... 43
Reminder ................................................... 39
Warning Indicator ................................ 39, 85
Seat Heaters ...................................... 212, 213
Seat Ventilation ........................................ 212
Seats .......................................................... 187
Adjusting ................................................. 187
Driver’s Seat Lumbar Support................... 187
Front Seats .............................................. 187
Rear Seats................................................ 198
Seat Heaters .................................... 212, 213
Seat Ventilation ....................................... 212
Second Row Seat ............................. 191, 192
Third Row Seat ........................................ 198 Second Row Outer Seats Heaters
............ 213
Second Row Seat (Folding Down) ........... 192
Security System ......................................... 158
Immobilizer System Indicator ..................... 90
Security System Alarm Indicator................. 91
Selecting a Child Seat ................................. 64
Sequential Mode ...................................... 253
Sequential Mode Operation .................... 254
Setting the Clock ...................................... 136
SH-AWD® Torque Distribution Monitor .. 123
Shift Button ........................................ 21, 247
Operation................................................ 249
Shifting (Transmission) ....................... 21, 247
Shoulder Anchor ........................................ 41
Side Airbags ................................................ 54
Side Curtain Airbags .................................. 56
Snow Tires ................................................. 369
Sounds Unique to the SPORT HYBRID SH-AWD® System...................................... 13
Spare Tire .......................................... 385, 433
Spark Plugs ............................................... 432
Specifications ............................................ 432
Specified Fuel ................................... 327, 432
Speedometer ............................................ 117
Speed-sensitive Electric Power Steering (EPS)
SystemIndicator............................................ 89, 414
SPORT HYBRID Super Handling-All Wheel
Drive
TM (SPORT HYBRID SH-AWD ®) ....... 290
SRS Airbags (Airbags) ................................. 48 Steering Wheel
........................................ 183
Adjusting ................................................ 183
Heater .................................................... 211
Stopping ................................................... 316
Summer Tires ............................................ 369
Sunglasses Holder .................................... 211
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) ....... 48
Switches (Around the Steering
Wheel) ............................................ 4, 5, 164
Synchronized Mode ................................. 218
System Message Indicator ......................... 91
T
Tachometer.............................................. 117
Tailgate ..................................................... 151
Unable to Open ...................................... 429
Temperature
Outside Temperature Display .................. 121
Temperature Sensor ........................ 121, 226
Temporary Tire Repair Kit ....................... 393
Third Row Seat (Folding Down) .............. 198
Third Row Seat Access ............................. 191
Tie-down Anchors .................................... 210
Time (Setting) ........................................... 136
Tire Fill Assist .................................... 294, 416
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
with Tire Fill Assist ................................. 294
Indicator ........................................... 89, 416
Tire Repair Kit .......................................... 392
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