checking oil Acura MDX HYBRID 2020 Owner's Manual

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Maintenance
This chapter discusses basic maintenance.
Before Performing MaintenanceInspection and Maintenance ............ 562
Safety When Performing Maintenance ..563
Parts and Fluids Used in Maintenance Service...564Maintenance MinderTM..................... 565
Maintenance Under the Hood
Maintenance Items Under the Hood .. 569
Opening the Hood ........................... 570
Engine Compartment Cover ............. 571
Recommended Engine Oil ................ 572
Oil Check ......................................... 573
Adding Engine Oil ............................ 574
Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter ...575 Cooling System ................................ 577
Inverter Coolant ............................... 579
Transmission Fluid ............................ 580
Brake Fluid ....................................... 581
Refilling Window Washer Fluid......... 581
Replacing Light Bulbs ....................... 582
Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades... 587Checking and Maintaining Tires
Checking Tires ................................. 591
Tire and Loading Information Label .. 592
Tire Labeling .................................... 592
DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles).. 594Wear Indicators................................ 596 Tire Service Life ................................ 596
Tire and Wheel Replacement ........... 597
Tire Rotation .................................... 598
Winter Tires ..................................... 599
12-Volt Battery ................................. 600
Remote Transmitter Care ................. 601
Remote Control and Wireless Headphone Care
*........................... 602Climate Control System Maintenance.. 604Cleaning Interior Care .................................... 605
Exterior Care.................................... 607
Accessories and Modifications ........ 611
* Not available on all models
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Maintenance
Before Performing Maintenance
Inspection and Maintenance
For your safety, perform all listed inspections and maintenance to keep your vehicle
in good condition. If you become aware of an y abnormality (noise, smell, insufficient
brake fluid, oil residue on the ground, etc.), have your vehicle inspected by a dealer.
(Note, however, that service at a dealer is not mandatory to keep your warranties in
effect.) Refer to the separate maintena nce booklet for detailed maintenance and
inspection information.
■Daily inspections
Perform inspections before long distance trips, when washing the vehicle, or when
refueling.
■Periodic inspections
• Check the brake fluid level monthly.
2 Checking the Brake Fluid P. 581
•Check the tire pressure monthly. Examin e the tread for wear and foreign objects.
2Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 591
•Check the operation of the exterior lights monthly.
2 Replacing Light Bulbs P. 582
•Check the condition of the wiper bl ades at least every six months.
2Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades P. 587
■Types of Inspection and Maintenance
1Inspection and Maintenance
Maintenance, replacement, or repair of
emissions control devices and systems may be
done by any automotive repair establishment or
individuals using parts that are “certified” to
EPA standards.
According to state and fede ral regulations, failure to
perform maintenance on the maintenance main
items marked with # will not void your emissions
warranties. However, all ma intenance services should
be performed in accordan ce with the intervals
indicated by the multi-information display (MID).
2 Maintenance Service Items P. 567
If you want to perform complex maintenance tasks
that require more skills a nd tools, you can purchase a
subscription to the Service Express website at
www.techinfo.honda.com .
2 Authorized Manuals P. 670
If you want to perform ma intenance yourself, make
sure that you have the necessary tools and skills first.
After performing maintenanc e, update the records in
the separate maintenance booklet.
U.S. models
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Handling the Unexpected
This chapter explains how to handle unexpected troubles.
ToolsTypes of Tools .................................. 614
If a Tire Goes Flat
Changing a Flat Tire ......................... 615
Temporarily Repairi ng a Flat Tire....... 623
Power System Won’t Start ............... 635
Checking the Procedure ................... 635
If the Keyless Access Remote Battery is Weak ............................................. 636
Emergency Power System Off........... 637
Jump Starting .................................... 638
Models with a compact spare tire
Models with temporary tire repair kit
Overheating
How to Handle Overheating............. 640
Indicator, Coming On/Blinking
If the Low Oil Pressure Indicator Comes On ... 642If the 12-Volt Battery Charging System Indicator Comes On ....................... 642
If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes On or Blinks ................................... 643
If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On ................................................... 644
If the Speed-Sensitive Electric Power Steering (EPS) System Indicator Comes On ..........644
If the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator Comes On or Blinks........................ 646 If the Transmission System Indicator Blinks
along with the Warning Message ...... 646
If the Power System Indicator Comes On .. 647Fuses Fuse Locations ................................. 648
Inspecting and Changing Fuses ........ 656
Emergency Towing ........................... 657
When You Cannot Unlock the Fuel Fill
Door ................................................. 658
When You Cannot Open the Tailgate.. 659Refueling ........................................... 660Refueling From a Portable Fuel
Container ................................... 660
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Index
Coolant (Engine)...................................... 577
Adding to the Radiator ........................... 578
Adding to the Reserve Tank .................... 577
Overheating ............................................ 640
Coolant (Inverter) .................................... 579
Creeping (Dual Clutch Transmission) ...... 464
Cross Traffic Monitor ............................... 541
Cup Holders .............................................. 214
Customized Features ....................... 131, 362
D
Daytime Running Lights .......................... 178
Dead Battery ............................................ 638
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows ................................................. 228
Detachable Anchor .................................... 44
Devices that Emit Radio Waves ............... 665
Dimming Headlights .............................................. 175
Rearview Mirror ...................................... 191
Dipstick (Engine Oil) ................................ 573
Directional Signals (Turn Signal) ............. 174
Door Mirrors ............................................. 192
Doors ........................................................ 143
Auto Door Locking.................................. 157
Auto Door Unlocking .............................. 157
Door Open Message ................................. 38
Keys........................................................ 143
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the
Inside .............................................. 18, 154 Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the
Outside.................................................. 145
Lockout Prevention System ...................... 152
DOT Tire Quality Grading ........................ 594
Driver’s Knee Airbag .................................. 54
Driving ....................................................... 447
Braking .................................................... 518
Dual Clutch Transmission ......................... 464
Off-Highway Driving Guidelines ............... 455
Shifting Gear ........................................... 465
Turning on the Power .............................. 457
Driving Position Memory System ............. 188
Dual Clutch Transmission ......................... 464
Creeping ................................................. 464
Fluid ........................................................ 580
Kickdown ................................................ 464
Operating the Shift Button ................ 23, 467
Shifting ................................................... 465
Dust and Pollen Filter ............................... 604
Dynamic Mode button ............................. 474
E
Elapsed Time............................................. 128
Electric Parking Brake Indicator .................................................... 86
Switch ..................................................... 518
Electric Parking Brake System Indicator .................................................... 86
Electric Power Steering (EPS)
System ............................................... 95, 644 Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
............. 506
Emergency ................................................ 657
Emissions Testing (Readiness Codes) ....... 667
Energy Efficiency ........................................ 12
Engine ....................................................... 664
Coolant ................................................... 577
Jump Starting .......................................... 638
Oil ........................................................... 572
Remote Engine Start................................ 459
Starting ................................................... 457
Engine Compartment Cover .................... 571
Engine Coolant ......................................... 577
Adding to the Radiator ............................ 578
Adding to the Reserve Tank..................... 577
Overheating ............................................ 640
Engine Oil ................................................. 572
Adding .................................................... 574
Checking................................................. 573
Displaying Oil Life .................................... 565
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 88, 642
Recommended Engine Oil ....................... 572
EPS (Electric Power Steering)
System ............................................... 95, 644
Exhaust Gas Hazard (Carbon Monoxide) .. 80
Exterior Care (Cleaning) ........................... 607
Exterior Mirrors ........................................ 192
F
Features.................................................... 235
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Index
Kickdown (Dual Clutch Transmission)..... 464
L
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS)......... 498
Indicator .................................................... 98
LATCH (Child Seats) .............................. 67, 74
LED Puddle Light ...................................... 147
Legal Information on Apple CarPlay/ Android Auto .......................................... 338
License information .................................. 341
Lights ................................................. 175, 582
Automatic ............................................... 176
Bulb Replacement .................................... 582
Daytime Running Lights ........................... 178
High Beam Indicator .................................. 95
Interior .................................................... 209
Light Switches ......................................... 175
Lights On Indicator .................................... 96
Turn Signals ............................................. 174
Load Limits ................................................ 451
Locking/Unlocking .................................... 143
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking .................. 157
Childproof Door Locks ............................. 156
From Inside .............................................. 154
From Outside ........................................... 145
Keys ........................................................ 143
Using a Key ............................................. 151
Lockout Prevention System ...................... 152
Low Battery Charge .................................. 642
Low Fuel Indicator ...................................... 91 Low Oil Pressure Indicator
................. 88, 642
Lower Anchors ...................................... 67, 74
Lubricant Specifications Chart ................. 663
Luggage (Maximum Load Limit) ............. 451
Lumbar Support ....................................... 195
M
Maintenance............................................. 561
12-Volt Battery ........................................ 600
Brake Fluid .............................................. 581
Cleaning ................................................. 605
Climate Control System ........................... 604
Coolant ........................................... 577, 579
Maintenance Minder
TM............................ 565
Oil ........................................................... 573
Precautions ............................................. 562
Radiator .................................................. 578
Remote Control....................................... 602
Remote Transmitter ................................. 601
Replacing Light Bulbs .............................. 582
Safety...................................................... 563
Service Items ........................................... 567
Tires ........................................................ 591
Transmission Fluid ................................... 580
Under the Hood ...................................... 569
Wireless Headphone................................ 603
Malfunction Indicator Lamp .............. 88, 643
Map Lights ................................................ 210
Maximum Load Limit ............................... 451
Meters, Gauges ......................................... 123 MID (Multi-information Display)
............ 125
Mirrors ...................................................... 191
Adjusting ................................................ 191
Door ....................................................... 192
Exterior ................................................... 192
Interior Rearview ..................................... 191
Modifications (and Accessories) .............. 611
Moonroof ................................................. 170
MP3 ................................................... 275, 300
Multi-function Steering-wheel Controls .................................................. 125
Multi-Information Display (MID) ............ 125
Multi-View Rear Camera ......................... 545N
Numbers (Identification)......................... 664
O
Odometer................................................. 126
Off-Highway Driving Guidelines ............. 455
Oil (Engine) .............................................. 572
Adding ................................................... 574
Checking ................................................ 573
Displaying Oil Life ................................... 565
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 88, 642
Recommended Engine Oil ....................... 572
Viscosity.................................................. 572
On Demand Multi-Use Display
TM............. 244
Open Source Licenses .............................. 340
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