wiper blades Acura MDX HYBRID 2020 Owner's Manual

Contents
This owner’s manual should be considered a permanent part of the
vehicle and should remain with the vehicle when it is sold.
This owner’s manual covers all models of your vehicle. You may find
descriptions of equipment and features that are not on your
particular model.
Images throughout this owner’s manu al (including the front cover)
represent features and equipment that are available on some, but
not all, models. Your particular mo del may not have some of these
features.
This owner’s manual is for vehicles sold in the United States and
Canada.
The information and specifications in cluded in this publication were
in effect at the time of approval for printing. Honda Motor Co., Ltd.
reserves the right, however, to discontinue or change specifications
or design at any time without notice and without incurring any
obligation.2 Safe Driving P. 33
For Safe Driving P. 34 Seat Belts P. 39 Airbags P. 47
2Instrument Panel P. 83
Indicators P. 84 Gauges and Multi-Information Display (MID) P. 123
2Controls P. 141
Clock P. 142 Locking and Unlocking the Doors P. 143
Moonroof P. 170
Adjusting the Seats P. 194
2 Features P. 235
Audio System P. 236 Audio System Basic Operation P. 243
Rear Entertainment System (RES)* P. 342 Customized Features P. 362
2 Driving P. 447
Before Driving P. 448 Towing a Trailer P. 454Parking Your Vehicle P. 535Multi-View Rear Camera* P. 545
Fuel Economy and CO
2 Emissions P. 560
2 Maintenance P. 561
Before Performing Maintenance P. 562 Maintenance MinderTM P. 565
Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades P. 587
Remote Control and Wireless Headphone Care
* P. 602
2 Handling the Unexpected P. 613
Tools P. 614 If a Tire Goes Flat P. 615
Indicator, Coming On/Blinking P. 642 Fuses P. 648
When You Cannot Open the Tailgate P. 659
2 Information P. 661
Specifications P. 662 Identification Numbers P. 664
Emissions Testing P. 667 Warranty Coverages P. 668
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Quick Reference Guide
Maintenance (P561)
Under the Hood (P569)
●Check engine oil, engine coolant, windshield washer fluid
and inverter coolant. Add when necessary.
●Check brake fluid.●Check the 12-volt 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.
Lever
Lights (P582)
●Inspect all lights regularly.
Wiper Blades (P587)
●Replace blades if they leave streaks
across the windshield.
Tires (P591)
●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
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, AUTO, LO, HI)
Move the lever up or down to change the
wiper settings.
■Washer
Sprays while you pull the lever toward you.
When you release the lever for more than one
second, the spray stops, the wipers sweep two
or three more times to clear the windshield,
then stop.
■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.
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.
If the wipers st op operating due to an obstacle such
as the build-up of snow, pa rk the vehicle in a safe
place.
Rotate the wipe r switch to OFF, and set the power
mode to ACCESSORY or VEHICLE OFF (LOCK), then
remove the obstacle.
MIST
AUTO OFF
LO: Low speed wipe
HI: High speed wipe Pull to
use
washer.
* Not available on all models
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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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587Continued
Maintenance
Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades
Checking Wiper Blades
If the wiper blade rubber has deteriorated, it will leave streaks and the hard surfaces
of the blade may scratch the window glass.
Changing the Front Wiper Blade Rubber
1.Lift the driver side wiper arm first, then the
passenger side.
2. Pry on the edge of the lock tab using a flat-
tip screwdriver to push it up.
Wrap the flat-tip screwdriver with a cloth to
prevent scratches.
3. Slide the holder off the wiper arm.
1Changing the Front Wiper Blade Rubber
NOTICE
Avoid dropping the wiper arm onto the windshield, it
may damage the wiper arm and/or the windshield.
Lock Tab
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uuChecking and Maintaining Wiper Blades uChanging the Front Wiper Blade Rubber
Maintenance
4. Slide the wiper blade out of the holder by
pulling the tabbed end out.
5. Remove the retainers from the wiper blade
that has been removed, and mount to a
new wiper blade.
u Correctly align the wiper blade
protrusion and the retainer grooves.
6. Slide the new wiper blade onto the holder
from the bottom end.
u The tab on the holder should fit in the
indent of the wiper blade.
7. Slide the holder onto the wiper arm, then
push down the lock tab.
8. Lower the passenger side wiper arm first,
then the driver side.
Blade
Retainer Blade
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uuChecking and Maintaining Wiper Blades uChanging the Rear Wiper Blade Rubber
Continued
Maintenance
Changing the Rear Wiper Blade Rubber
1.Raise the wiper arm off.
2. Slide the wiper blade out from the end with
the indent.
3. Remove the retainers from wiper blade and
mount to a new rubber blade.1Changing the Rear Wiper Blade Rubber
NOTICE
Avoid dropping the wiper ar m, it may damage the
rear window.
Blade
Retainer
Rubber
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uuChecking and Maintaining Wiper Blades uChanging the Rear Wiper Blade Rubber
Maintenance
4. Slide the new wiper blade onto the holder.
u Make sure it is engaged correctly, then
install the wiper blade assembly onto the
wiper arm.
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Index
Rotation.................................................. 598
Spare Tire ....................................... 615, 663
Summer .................................................. 599
Temporary Tire Repair Kit ........................ 624
Tire Chains.............................................. 599
Tire Repair Kit ......................................... 623
Wear Indicators....................................... 596
Winter .................................................... 599
Tools ......................................................... 614
Towing a Trailer ....................................... 454
Towing Your Vehicle ............................... 454
Emergency .............................................. 657
TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitoring System) with Tire Fill Assist ................................. 513
Indicator ........................................... 95, 646
Transmission ............................................. 464
Dual Clutch............................... 23, 464, 465
Fluid ....................................................... 580
Gear Position Indicator ...................... 89, 467
Number .................................................. 664
Sequential Mode..................................... 471
TRIP Button .............................................. 126
Trip Meter ................................................ 127
Troubleshooting ...................................... 613
Blown Fuse ..................... 648, 651, 654, 655
Brake Pedal Vibrates ................................. 29
Buzzer Sounds When Opening Door ......... 29
Emergency Towing ................................. 657
Noise When Braking ................................. 31
Overheating ............................................ 640
Power System Won’t Start ...................... 635 Puncture/Flat Tire ............................. 615, 623
Rear Door Won’t Open ...................... 29, 156
Warning Indicators .................................... 84
Turn Signals .............................................. 174
Indicators (Instrument Panel) ...................... 95
Turn-by-Turn Directions ........................... 129
Turning on the Power .............................. 457
Does Not Activate .................................... 635
Jump Starting .......................................... 638
Remote Engine Start ................................ 459
U
Under-floor Storage Area ........................ 213
Unlocking the Doors ................................ 145
Unlocking the Front Doors from the
Inside ................................................. 18, 154
USB Flash Drives ................................ 300, 325
USB Port .................................................... 237
V
Vanity Mirrors ............................................... 7
Vehicle Identification Number ................ 664
Vehicle Stability Assist
TM (VSA ®)............... 506
Off Button ............................................... 507
Off Indicator .............................................. 94
System Indicator ................................ 94, 506
Viscosity (Oil) .................................... 572, 663
Voice Control Operation .......................... 258
Voice Portal Screen .................................. 259 Voice Recognition ................................... 258
VSA ® (Vehicle Stability Assist
TM) .............. 506
W
Wallpaper ................................................. 254
Warning and Information Messages ....... 105
Warning Indicator On/Blinking ............... 642
Warning Labels ........................................... 81
Warranties (Warranty Manual provided
separately) .............................................. 668
Watts ......................................................... 662
Wear Indicators (Tire) .............................. 596
Wheel Nut Wrench (Jack Handle) ........... 619
Window Washers ..................................... 182
Adding/Refilling Fluid .............................. 581
Switch ..................................................... 182
Windows (Opening and Closing) ............ 168
Windshield ................................................ 182
Cleaning ................................................. 608
Defrosting/Defogging .............................. 228
Washer Fluid ........................................... 581
Wiper Blades ........................................... 587
Wipers and Washers................................ 182
Winter Tires .............................................. 599
Snow Tires .............................................. 599
Tire Chains .............................................. 599
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