charging Acura MDX 2017 Owner's Guide

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I
NSTRUMENT PANEL
Learn about the indicators and displays related to driving the vehicle.
Malfunction Indicators
These are the most critical indicators. If they come on and stay lit while driving or
at any other time, there may be a problem. See your dealer if necessary.
Brake system
•
Brake fluid is low

.
•
There is a malfunction in the brak

e system.
Press the brake pedal lightly to check pedal pressure. If normal, check
the brake fluid level when you stop. If abnormal, take immediate action.
If necessary, downshift the transmission to slow the vehicle using engine
braking. Have your vehicle repaired immediately.
Low oil pressure
Engine oil pressure is low. Stop in a safe place. Open the hood and check
the oil level (see page 140), and add oil if necessary. If the indicator does
not turn off, have your vehicle repaired immediately.
Malfunction indicator lamp (check engine light)
•
The emissions control system may have a pr

oblem.
•
(Blinks) A misfire in

the engine’s cylinders is detected. Stop in a safe place,
and wait for the engine to cool down.
Charging system
The battery is not charging. Turn off all electrical items, but do not turn off
the vehicle to prevent further battery discharge. Have your vehicle repaired
immediately.
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System)
There is a problem with the anti-lock brake system. Your vehicle still has
normal braking ability, but no anti-lock function.
Ca nada
U.S.
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AUDIO AND CONNECTIVITY
Learn how to operate the vehicle’s audio system.
Basic
Audio Operation
Connect audio devices and operate buttons and displays for the audio system.
USB Ports
The center console has three USB ports. All of them can charge a device. Connect
an audio device to the right-hand port for audio playback..
1.
Slide back the center console cov

er. Open a
USB port cover.
2.
Install the device to charge or

for playback.
The back of the second-row console* has two USB
ports. They are for charging devices.
Auxiliary Input Jack
Connect standard audio devices with a 1/8-inch (3.5 mm) stereo miniplug.
1.
Slide back the center console cov

er. Open the
AUX cover.
2.
Connect the device to the input

jack.
3.
Use the device to control the

audio.
*if equipped. Applicable laws may prohibit the operation of handheld electronic devices while operating a vehicle.
AUDIO AND CONNECTIVITY
for chargingfor audio
AUX jack
for charging

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MAINTENANCE
Window Washer Fluid
Add washer fluid as necessary (see page 139). Pour it carefully, and do not
overflow the reservoir.
For Jump starting, see page 120.
Checking the Battery
The battery condition is monitored by the sensor on the negative terminal. If there
is a problem with the sensor, have your vehicle checked by a dealer. Check the
battery terminals monthly for corrosion.
The battery gives off explosive hydrogen gas during normal operation.
A spark or flame can cause the battery to explode with enough force to kill or
seriously hurt you.
When conducting any battery maintenance, wear protective clothing and a
face shield, or have a skilled technician do it.
WARNING
If the washer fluid is low,
a message appears on the
multi-information display.Wa sher Fluid Lo w
WARNING: Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories contain lead and lead
compounds. Wash your hands after handling.
If there is a problem with
the battery sensor, a
message appears on the
multi-information display.Charging
System Problem
Do not use engine antifreeze or a vinegar/water solution in the windshield washer
reservoir. Antifreeze can damage your vehicle’s paint. A vinegar/water solution can
damage the windshield washer pump.
NOTICE
If your battery is labeled AGM, consult your dealer before you connect a battery
charger. AGM batteries require compatible chargers.

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INDEX
Brake Assist System .............................................
102
Brake system .................................................... 26, 27
Braking .................................................................... 102
Anti-Lock Brak

e System
................................... 102
Brake Assist S

ystem
........................................... 102
Foot Brak

e
........................................................... 102
Parking Brak

e
............................................. 102, 103
Brightness Contr

ol.................................................. 37
BSI
............................................................... 27, 29, 113
Call History .............................................................. 76
Carbon Mono

xide Gas
............................................. 4
Cargo lights

............................................................. 40
Car wash mode
.......................................................99
Change

a Setting
.................................................... 55
Changing a Flat Tir

e
............................................. 126
Changing Fuses ..................................................... 135
Charging system ..................................................... 26
Childproof Door Locks .......................................... 34
Child Safety ............................................................. 15
Childproof Door Locks ....................................... 34
Child Seat ................................................................. 17
Adding

Security with a Tether
........................... 21
Installing a Child

Seat with a Lap/Shoulder Seat
Belt
........................................................................\
.20
LA

TCH-Compatible Child Seat .......................... 18
Selecting a Child Seat
......................................... 17
Client Information................................................

154
Climate Control Commands
.............................. 157
Climate Control

System
........................................ 51
Heated Steering Wheel ...................................... 53
Heated Windshield Button ................................ 53
Rear Climate Contr

ol
.......................................... 52
Seat Heaters and V

entilation
............................54
Clock ........................................................................\
. 55
CMBS ......................................................... 27, 29, 108
C

ompact Disc
.......................................................... 61
Compact

Disc Commands
.................................. 158
Condition Indicators .............................................. 28
Contact Us ............................................................. 155
Cross T

raffic Monitor
........................................... 116
Customized F

eatures
............................................. 55
Dashboard

and Ceiling Controls
............................ 2
Destination ............................................................. 84
Detour ....................................................................... 87
Dialing a Number ................................................... 74
Door Mirrors ........................................................... 46
Door Operation ..................................................... 34
Doors........................................................................\
. 32
Childpr

oof Door Locks
....................................... 34
Fr

ont Door Inner Handle
................................... 34
Lock Tab ................................................................ 34
Master Door Lock S

witch
..................................34
DOT

Tire Quality Grading
................................... 150
Driver’

s Knee Airbag
................................................. 9Driving
.....................................................................
88
Adaptiv e Cruise Control ..................................104
Auto Idle Stop ................................................... 100
Blind Spot Information ..................................... 113
Braking ................................................................. 102
Collision Mitigation Braking

System............. 108
ENGINE START/STOP
......................................... 97
Forward

Collision Warning with Pedestrian
Detection............................................................. 107
Integrated Dynamics System
.......................... 101
Lane Departure W

arning
..................................110
Lane Keeping Assist

System
..............................111
Maximum Load Limit ......................................... 90
Multi-View

Rear Camera
..................................115
Paddle shifters ......................................................99
P

arking Sensor System
.....................................114
Refueling ...................................................... 119, 125
Remote

Engine Start
...........................................96
Road Departur

e Mitigation (RDM)
.................112
Sequential Shift Mode ........................................99
Shifting

.................................................................. 98
Starting the Engine
.............................................. 97
Surround View

Camera
.....................................117
Towing a T

railer
....................................................92
Driving Position Memory

System
.......................47
DVD ........................................................................\
... 67
Electric P

ower Steering
.........................................27
Electronic Gear

Selector....................................... 98
E-Mail
........................................................................\
77
Emergency Assistance .......................................... 80
Emergency

Engine Stop
......................................121
Emergency Towing ............................................... 135
Engine and Fuel ..................................................... 153
ENGINE button ....................................................... 96
Engine Compartment C

over
...............................139
Engine Coolant ...................................................... 142
Engine Oil .............................................................. 140
ENGINE STAR

T/STOP
............................................97
Entering a Destination .......................................... 84
EPS ........................................................................\
..... 27
Exterior lights ................................................... 29, 37
F

astening a Seat Belt
...............................................7
FCW .................................................................. 29, 107
Find Nearest Place ................................................. 85
Flat Tire ................................................................... 126
Floor Mats ................................................................ 45
Fluids ....................................................................... 153
FM/AM Radio .......................................................... 59
FM/AM Radio C

ommands
..................................158
Fog lights .................................................................. 29
Foot Brak

e
..............................................................102
Forwar

d Collision Warning with Pedestrian
Detection
......................................................... 27, 107
F

requently Asked Questions
..............................154
Front Airbags

(SRS)
..................................................9