Power Acura MDX HYBRID 2020 Workshop Manual

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Instrument Panel
Shows the instant fuel economy as a bar gr aph in mpg (U.S.) or l/100 km (Canada).
Shows the estimated distance you can travel on the remaining power and fuel. This
estimated distance is based on the vehicle’s current fuel economy.
Shows the time elapsed since Trip A or Trip B was reset.
Shows the average speed in m ph (U.S.) or km/h (Canada) since Trip A or Trip B was
reset.
■Instant Fuel Economy
■Range
■Elapsed Time
■Average Speed
1 Elapsed Time
You can change when to reset the elapsed time.
2 Customized Features P. 131
1Average Speed
You can change when to reset the average speed.
2 Customized Features P. 131
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Use the MID to customize certain features.
■How to customize
Select the Vehicle Settings screen by rolling the mu lti-function steering-wheel
controls while the power mode is in ON, an d the vehicle is at a complete stop. Push
the multi-function steering-wheel controls.
■Customized Features1 Customized Features
To customize other features , roll the multi-function
steering-wheel controls.
2 List of customizable options P. 134
2 Example of customization settings P. 139
Customization is possible when you see the driver’s
ID ( Driver 1 or Driver 2 ) on the screen.
The driver’s ID indicates which remote transmitter
you have used to unlock the driver’s door. The
customized settings are recalled every time you
unlock the driver’s door with that remote.
Put the transmission into
( P before you attempt to
change any customized setting.
Customizing is also available from the information
screen.
You cannot have Vehicle Settings displayed on the
multi-information display while the information
screen shows the same menu. 2 Customized Features P. 362
Multi-function Steering-
wheel Controls
Roll: Changes the
customize menus and
items.
Push: Enter the selected
item.
MID: Goes to
Vehicle Settings.
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Exit
Door Setup
Dynamic Mode Setup
Default All
Lighting Setup
Key And Remote Unlock Mode
Auto Door Lock
Auto Door Unlock
Keyless Lock Answer Back
Auto Folding Door Mirror
Interior Ligh t Dimming Time
Headlight Auto Off Timer
Auto Light Sensitivity*
Roll
Push
Push
Roll
Roll
Roll
Roll
Roll
Roll
Power Tailgate SetupPush
Power Open By Outer Handle
Keyless Open Mode
Push
Maintenance Info.
Roll
PushPreferred Dynamic Mode
Roll
Roll
Roll
PushMaintenance Reset
Security Relock Timer
* Not available on all models
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*1: Default SettingSetup Group Customizable Features
Description Selectable Settings
Power
Tailgate SetupKeyless Open ModeChanges the keyless setting for when the power
tailgate opens.Anytime*1/When Unlocked
Power Open By Outer
HandleChanges the setting to open power tailgate by
tailgate outer handle.Off (Manual Only) /On
(Power/Manual)*1
Dynamic
Mode SetupPreferred Dynamic
ModeChanges the Dynamic Mode setting for when you
set the power mode to ON.Last Used*1/ Comfort /
Normal /Sport
Maintenance
Info.Maintenance ResetResets/Cancels the engine oil life display when you
have performed the maintenance service. Cancel /Reset
Default All —Cancels/Resets all the
customized settings as
default. Cancel
/Set
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Controls
This chapter explains how to operate the various controls necessary for driving.
Clock.................................................. 142
Locking and Unlocking the Doors Key Types and Functions .................. 143
Low Keyless Access Remote Signal Strength ......................................... 144
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the
Outside .......................................... 145
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Inside ............................................. 154
Childproof Door Locks ..................... 156
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking .......... 157
Tailgate .............................................. 158
Security System Immobilizer System .......................... 165
Security System Alarm ...................... 165 Opening and Closing the Windows
... 168
Moonroof .......................................... 170
Operating the Switches Around the
Steering Wheel POWER Button................................. 171
Turn Signals ..................................... 174
Light Switches.................................. 175
Fog Lights
*...................................... 178
Daytime Running Lights ................... 178
Auto High-Beam .............................. 179
Wipers and Washers ........................ 182
Brightness Control ........................... 186
Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror Button . 187Driving Position Memory System ...... 188
Adjusting the Steering Wheel........... 190 Adjusting the Mirrors
Interior Rearview Mirror ................... 191
Power Door Mirrors ......................... 192
Adjusting the Seats Front Seats ...................................... 194
Second Row Seats ........................... 197
Third Row Seats ............................... 206
Armrest ........................................... 207
Interior Lights/Interior Convenience Items
Interior Lights .................................. 209
Interior Convenience Items .............. 211
Climate Control System
Using Automatic Climate Control .... 222
Rear Climate Control System ........... 229
Automatic Climate Control Sensors ... 233
* Not available on all models
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Controls
Clock
Adjusting the Clock
The clock is automatically updated through the navigation system, so the time does
not need to be adjusted.
You can adjust the time manually in the information screen with the power mode in
ON.
■Using the Settings menu on the information screen
1.Press the SETTINGS button.
2. Rotate to select Clock Settings, then
press .
u Repeat the procedure to select Clock
Adjustment .
3. Rotate to change hour, then move .
4. Rotate to change minute, then press
.
■Adjusting the Time
1Clock
These indications are used to show how to operate
the interface dial.
Rotate to select.
Press to enter.
Move to select a secondary menu.
You can customize the clock display to show the 12
hour clock or 24 hour clock. 2 Customized Features P. 362
You can turn the clock display in the information
screen on and off. 2 Customized Features P. 362
You cannot adjust the time while the vehicle is
moving.
Except Canadian models
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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 used 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. 165
Follow the advice below to prevent damage to the
keys:
•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, dust and sand.
•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. 459■Built-in Key
Release Knob Built-in Key
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Controls
Contains a number that you will need if you
purchase a replacement key.
Low Keyless Access Remo te Signal Strength
The vehicle transmits radio waves to loca te the keyless access remote when locking/
unlocking the doors and tailgate, or to activate the power system.
In the following cases, locking/unlocking the doors and tailgate, or activating the
power system may be inhibited or operation may be unstable:
• Strong radio waves are being tra nsmitted by nearby equipment.
• You are carrying the keyless access remote together with telecommunications
equipment, laptop computers, ce ll phones, or wireless devices.
• A metallic object is touching or co vering the keyless access remote.
■Key Number Tag1Key Number Tag
Keep the key number tag separate from the key in a
safe place outside of your vehicle.
If you wish to purchase an additional key, contact a
dealer.
If you lose your key an d you cannot activate the
power system, contact a dealer.
1 Low Keyless Access Remote Signal Strength
Communication between the keyless access remote
and the vehicle consumes th e keyless access remote’s
battery.
Battery life is about two years, but this varies
depending on regularity of use.
The battery is consumed whenever the keyless access
remote is receivi ng strong radio wave s. Avoid placing
it near electrical appliances such as televisions and
personal computers.
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Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside
When you carry the keyless access remote,
you can lock/unlock the doors and the
tailgate.
You can lock/unlock the doors and tailgate
within a radius of about 32 inches (80 cm) of
the outside door handle or tailgate outer
handle.
■Using the Keyless Access System1Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside
If the interior light switch is in the door activated
position, the interior light comes on when you unlock
the doors and tailgate.
No doors opened: The li ght fades out after 30
seconds.
Doors and tailgate relo cked: The light goes off
immediately. 2 Interior Lights P. 209
1Using the Keyless Access System
If you do not open a door or the tailgate within 30
seconds of unlocking the vehicle with the keyless
access system, the doors and tailgate will
automatically relock.
You can lock or unlock doors using the keyless access
system only when the power mode is in VEHICLE OFF.
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■Unlocking the doors and tailgate
Grab the driver’s door handle: u The driver’s door unlocks.
u Some exterior lights flash twice and the
beeper sounds twice.
Grab the front passenger’s door or rear door
handle:
u All doors and the tailgate unlock.
u Some exterior lights flash twice and the
beeper sounds twice.
Press and hold the ta ilgate outer handle:
u The tailgate unlocks and opens.
u Some exterior lights flash twice and the
beeper sounds twice.
2 Opening/Closing the Tailgate P. 164
1Using the Keyless Access System
The light flash, beep and door unlock mode settings
can be customized using th e information screen or
MID. 2 Customized Features P. 131, 362
When you go into the keyless access system working
range with all the doors lo cked, the LED puddle lights
come on for 30 seconds.
The lights do not come on if you have previously
stayed within the range for more than two minutes,
or the doors have been locked for a few days.
The feature activates again after you drive the
vehicle, then lock the doors.
You can also unlock and open with the power
tailgate. 2 Opening/Closing the Tailgate P. 164
Tailgate Outer
Handle
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