winter tires Acura MDX 2017 Owner's Manual

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Quick Reference Guide
Maintenance (P461)
Under the Hood (P469)
● Check engine oil, engine coolant, and windshield washer
fluid. Add when necessary.
● Check brake fluid.
● Check the battery condition monthly.
aPull the hood release handle under the corner of the
dashboard.
bLocate the hood latch lever, pull up the lever and lift the
hood.
cWhen finished, close the hood and make sure it is firmly
locked in place.
Lights (P481)
● Inspect all lights regularly.
Wiper Blades (P486)
● Replace blades if they leave streaks
across the windshield.
Tires (P490)
● Inspect tires and wheels regularly.
● Check tire pressures regularly.
● Install snow tires for winter
driving.
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Maintenance
This chapter discusses basic maintenance.
Before Performing MaintenanceInspection and Maintenance ............ 462
Safety When Performing Maintenance ..463
Parts and Fluids Used in Maintenance Service...464Maintenance MinderTM..................... 465
Maintenance Under the Hood
Maintenance Items Under the Hood .. 469
Opening the Hood ........................... 470
Engine Compartment Cover ............. 471
Recommended Engine Oil ................ 472
Oil Check ......................................... 473
Adding Engine Oil ............................ 474
Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter ...475 Engine Coolant ................................ 477
Transmission Fluid ............................ 479
Brake Fluid ....................................... 480
Refilling Window Washer Fluid......... 480
Replacing Light Bulbs ....................... 481Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades... 486Checking and Maintaining Tires
Checking Tires ................................. 490
Tire and Loading Information Label .. 491
Tire Labeling .................................... 491
DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles).. 493Wear Indicators................................ 495
Tire Service Life ................................ 495 Tire and Wheel Replacement ........... 496
Tire Rotation .................................... 497
Winter Tires ..................................... 498
Battery ............................................... 499
Remote Transmitter Care Replacing the Button Battery ........... 501
Remote Control and Wireless Headphone Care
*........................... 503Climate Control System Maintenance.. 505Cleaning Interior Care .................................... 506
Exterior Care.................................... 508
Accessories and Modifications ........ 511
* Not available on all models
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uuChecking and Maintaining Tires uWinter Tires
Maintenance
Winter Tires
If driving on snowy or frozen roads, mount all season marked M+S tires, snow tires,
or tire chains; reduce speed; and maintain sufficient distance be tween vehicles when
driving.
Be particularly careful when operating the steering wheel or brakes to prevent
skidding.
Use tire chains, snow tires, or all season ti res when necessary or according to the law.
When mounting, refer to the following points.
For winter tires:
• Select the size and load ranges that are the same as the original tires.
• Mount the tires to all four wheels.
For tire chains:
• Install them on the front tires only.
• Because your vehicle has limited tire clearance, we strongly recommend using the
chains listed below:
• Follow the chain manufacturer’s instruction when installing. Mount them as
tightly as you can.
• Check that the chains do not to uch the brake lines or suspension.
• Drive slowly.
Cable-type: SCC Cable Chain Super Z LT - ZT735
1Winter Tires
NOTICE
Traction devices that are th e wrong size or improperly
installed can damage your vehicle’s brake lines,
suspension, body, and wheels. Stop driving if they are
hitting any part of the vehicle.
When tire chains are mounted, follow the chain
manufacturer’s instructi ons regarding vehicle
operational limits.
If your vehicle is equipped with summer tires, be
aware that these tires are not designed for winter
driving conditions. For more information, contact a
dealer.
3WARNING
Using the wrong chains, or not properly
installing chains, can damage the brake
lines and cause a crash in which you can be
seriously injured or killed.
Follow all instruction s in this owner’s
manual regarding the selection and use of
tire chains.
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Index
SH-AWD® (Super Handling-All Wheel
DriveTM) ................................................... 423
SH-AWD ® Torque Distribution
Monitor ................................................... 121
Shift Button ........................................ 18, 374
Shifting (Transmission) ...................... 18, 374
Shoulder Anchor ........................................ 37
Side Airbags ............................................... 50
Side Curtain Airbags .................................. 52
Siri Eyes Free ............................................. 275
SiriusXM ® Radio ....................................... 249
Snow Tires ................................................ 498
Spare Tire ......................................... 515, 561
Spark Plugs ............................................... 560
Specifications ........................................... 560
Specified Fuel ................................... 456, 560
Speedometer ............................................ 116
Speed-sensitive Electric Power Steering (EPS) System
Indicator ........................................... 84, 543
SRS Airbags (Airbags) ................................ 44
Starting Assist Brake Function ................ 386
Starting the Engine .................................. 367
Does Not Start ........................................ 534
Jump Starting ......................................... 537
Remote Engine Start ............................... 369
Steering Wheel ........................................ 182
Adjusting ................................................ 182
Heater .................................................... 210
Stopping ................................................... 445
Summer Tires ............................................ 498 Sunglasses Holder
..................................... 210
Super Handling-All Wheel DriveTM
(SH-AWD ®) .............................................. 423
Indicator .................................................... 87
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) ........ 44
Switches (Around the Steering Wheel) ............................................. 4, 5, 163
Synchronized Mode .................................. 217
System Message Indicator .......................... 86
T
Tachometer............................................... 116
Tailgate ..................................................... 150
Unable to Open ....................................... 556
Temperature
Gauge ..................................................... 116
Outside Temperature Display ................... 119
Temperature Gauge ................................. 116
Temperature Sensor ......................... 119, 225
Temporary Tire Repair Kit ........................ 523
Third Row Seat (Folding Down) .............. 197
Third Row Seat Access .............................. 190
Tie-down Anchors .................................... 209
Time (Setting) ........................................... 134
Tire Fill Assist .................................... 424, 545
Tire Pressure Monitoring System
(TPMS) ..................................................... 424
Indicator ............................................ 84, 545
Tire Fill Assist ................................... 424, 545
Tire Repair Kit ........................................... 522 Tires
........................................................... 490
Air Pressure ..................................... 491, 561
Checking and Maintaining ...................... 490
Inspection ............................................... 490
Labeling .................................................. 491
Puncture (Flat Tire) .......................... 515, 522
Regulations ............................................. 493
Rotation .................................................. 497
Spare Tire ........................................ 515, 561
Summer .................................................. 498
Temporary Tire Repair Kit ........................ 523
Tire Chains .............................................. 498
Tire Repair Kit.......................................... 522
Wear Indicators ....................................... 495
Winter..................................................... 498
Tools .......................................................... 514
Towing a Trailer ....................................... 354
Equipment and Accessories ..................... 358
Load Limits .............................................. 354
Towing Your Vehicle ................................ 364
Emergency .............................................. 554
TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitoring
System) .................................................... 424
Indicator............................................ 84, 545
Trailer Stability Assist ............................... 362
Transmission ....................................... 18, 374
Automatic ......................................... 18, 374
Fluid ........................................................ 479
Gear Position Indicator ...................... 79, 376
Number................................................... 562
Sequential Mode ..................................... 380
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Index
TRIP Button............................................... 118
Trip Meter ................................................. 119
Troubleshooting ....................................... 513
Blown Fuse ...................... 546, 549, 551, 552
Brake Pedal Vibrates .................................. 23
Buzzer Sounds When Opening Door .......... 24
Emergency Towing .................................. 554
Engine Won’t Start .................................. 534
Noise When Braking .................................. 25
Overheating............................................. 539
Puncture/Flat Tire ............................. 515, 522
Rear Door Won’t Open ...................... 23, 148
Warning Indicators .................................... 74
Turn Signals ............................................... 166
Indicators (Instrum ent Panel) ...................... 84
Turn-by-Turn Directions ........................... 121
U
Under-floor Storage Area ........................ 204
Unlocking the Doors ................................. 138
Unlocking the Fron t Doors from the
Inside ................................................. 13, 146
USB Flash Drives ........................................ 284
USB Port .................................................... 229
V
Vanity Mirrors ............................................... 7
Vehicle Identification Number ................. 562Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA
®).................. 418
Off Button............................................... 419
Off Indicator.............................................. 83
System Indicator ................................ 83, 418
Viscosity (Oil) .................................... 472, 561
VSA ® (Vehicle Stability Assist) .................. 418
W
Warning and Information Messages ......... 96
Warning Indicator On/Blinking ............... 541
Warning Labels ........................................... 72
Warranties (Warranty Manual provided
separately) .............................................. 567
Watts ......................................................... 560
Wear Indicators (Tire) .............................. 495
Wheel Nut Wrench (Jack Handle) ........... 519
Window Washers ..................................... 174
Adding/Refilling Fluid .............................. 480
Switch ..................................................... 174
Windows (Opening and Closing) ............ 160
Windshield ................................................ 174
Cleaning ................................................. 509
Defrosting/Defogging .............................. 220
Washer Fluid ........................................... 480
Wiper Blades ........................................... 486
Wipers and Washers................................ 174
Winter Tires .............................................. 498
Snow Tires .............................................. 498
Tire Chains .............................................. 498 Wipers and Washers
................................ 174
Automatic Intermittent Wipers ................ 175
Checking and Replacing Wiper Blades..... 486
Front....................................................... 174
Rear ........................................................ 176
WMA ................................................. 260, 270
Worn Tires ................................................ 490
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