fluids Acura MDX 2019 Owner's Manual

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Maintenance
This chapter discusses basic maintenance.
Before Performing MaintenanceInspection and Maintenance ............ 576
Safety When Performing Maintenance ..577
Parts and Fluids Used in Maintenance Service...578Maintenance MinderTM..................... 579
Maintenance Under the Hood
Maintenance Items Under the Hood .. 583
Opening the Hood ........................... 584
Engine Compartment Cover ............. 585
Recommended Engine Oil ................ 586
Oil Check ......................................... 587
Adding Engine Oil ............................ 588
Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter ...589 Engine Coolant ................................ 591
Transmission Fluid ............................ 593
Brake Fluid ....................................... 594
Refilling Window Washer Fluid......... 594
Replacing Light Bulbs ....................... 595Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades... 600Checking and Maintaining Tires
Checking Tires ................................. 604
Tire and Loading Information Label .. 605
Tire Labeling .................................... 605
DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles).. 607Wear Indicators................................ 609
Tire Service Life ................................ 609 Tire and Wheel Replacement ........... 610
Tire Rotation .................................... 611
Winter Tires ..................................... 612
Battery ............................................... 613
Remote Transmitter Care Replacing the Button Battery ........... 615
Remote Control and Wireless Headphone Care
*........................... 617Climate Control System Maintenance.. 619Cleaning Interior Care .................................... 620
Exterior Care.................................... 622
Accessories and Modifications ........ 625
* Not available on all models
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uuBefore Performing Maintenance uParts and Fluids Used in Maintenance Service
Maintenance
Parts and Fluids Used in Maintenance Service
The use of Acura genuine parts and fluids is recommended when maintaining and
servicing your vehicle. Acura genuine parts are manufactured according to the same
high quality standards us ed in Acura vehicles.1Parts and Fluids Used in Maintenance Service
Do not press the engine cover forcibly. This may
damage the engine cover and component parts.
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uuMaintenance MinderTMuTo Use Maintenance MinderTM
Continued
Maintenance
■Maintenance Service Items1Maintenance Service Items
•Independent of the Maintenance Minder
information, replace the brake fluid every 3 years.
•Adjust the valves during services A, B, 1, 2, or 3 if
they are noisy.Maintenance Minder MessageSystem Message
Indicator
Sub Items
Main
Item
*1: If the message
Maintenance Due Now does not appear more than 12 months after the display
is reset, change the engine oil every year.
# : See information on maintenance and emissions warranty.
*2: If you drive in dusty conditions, replace the air cleaner element every 15,000 miles (24,000 km).
*3: If you drive primarily in urban areas that have high concentrations of soot in the air from industry and from diesel-powered vehicles, replace the dust and pollen filter every 15,000 miles (24,000 km).
CODEMaintenance Main Items
A
●Replace engine oil*1
B●Replace engine oil*1 and oil filter●Inspect front and rear brakes●Check expiration date for tire repair kit bottle*
●Inspect tie rod ends, steering gearbox, and boots●Inspect suspension components●Inspect driveshaft boots●Inspect brake hoses and li nes (Including ABS/VSA®)●Inspect all fluid levels and condition of fluids●Inspect exhaust system#
●Inspect fuel lines and connections#
*4: Driving in mountainous areas at very low vehicle speeds or trailer towing results in higher transmission
temperature. This requires transmission fluid changes more frequently than recommended by the
Maintenance Minder. If you regularly drive your vehicle under these conditions, have the transmission
fluid changed at 30,000 miles (48,000 km).
*5: If you drive regularly in very high temperatures (over 110°F, 43°C), in very low temperatures (under
-20°F, -29°C), replace every 60,000 miles/100,000 km.
*6: Driving in mountainous areas at very low vehicle speeds or trailer towing results in higher level of mechanical (Shear) stress to fluid. This requires differential fluid changes more frequently than
recommended by the Maintenance Minder. If you regularly drive your vehicle under these conditions,
have the differential fluid changed at 7,500 miles (12,000 km), then every 15,000 miles (24,000 km).
CODEMaintenance Sub Items
1
●Rotate tires
2●Replace air cleaner element*2
●Replace dust and pollen filter*3
●Inspect drive belt
3
●Replace transmission and transfer* fluid*4
4●Replace spark plugs●Replace timing belt and inspect water pump*5
●Inspect valve clearance
5
●Replace engine coolant
6●Replace rear differential fluid*, *6
* Not available on all models
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uuMaintenance Under the Hood uTransmission Fluid
Maintenance
Transmission Fluid
Have a dealer check the fluid level and replace if necessary.
Do not attempt to check or change th e automatic transmission fluid yourself.
■Automatic Transmission Fluid
Specified fluid: Acura Automatic Transmission Flui d ATF-TYPE 3.1 or higher
1Automatic Transmission Fluid
NOTICE
Do not mix Acura ATF-TYPE 3.1 (or higher) with
other transmission fluids.
Using a transmission fluid ot her than Acura ATF-TYPE
3.1 (or higher) may advers ely affect the operation
and durability of your ve hicle’s transmission, and
damage the transmission.
Any damage caused by usi ng a transmission fluid that
is not equivalent to Acura ATF-TYPE 3.1 (or higher) is
not covered by Acura’s new vehicle limited warranty.
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Index
Flat Tire............................................. 629, 636
Floor Mats ................................................ 621
Fluids Automatic Transmission .......................... 593
Brake ...................................................... 594
Engine Coolant ....................................... 591
Windshield Washer ................................. 594
Fog Lights ................................................. 176
Folding Down the Second Row Seat ...... 198
Folding Down the Third Row Seat .......... 204
Foot Brake ................................................ 534
Front Airbags (SRS) .................................... 44
Front Seats ................................................ 192
Adjusting ................................................ 192
Front Sensor Camera ............................... 490
Fuel ..................................................... 20, 571
Fuel Economy and CO
2 Emissions ............ 574
Gauge .................................................... 119
Instant Fuel Economy .............................. 123
Low Fuel Indicator..................................... 85
Range ..................................................... 123
Recommendation.................................... 571
Refueling ................................................ 571
Fuel Economy and CO
2 Emissions ............ 574
Fuel Fill Cap ................................................ 20
Fuel Fill Door ...................................... 20, 572
Unable to Unlock .................................... 671
Fuses ......................................................... 662
Inspecting and Changing ........................ 669
Locations ........................ 662, 665, 667, 668
G
Gasoline (Fuel) Economy ................................................. 574
Gauge ..................................................... 119
Information ............................................. 571
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 85
Refueling ................................................. 571
Gauges ...................................................... 119
Gear Position Indicator ...................... 83, 477
Gear Shift Positions Automatic Transmission ........................... 475
Glass (care) ................................................ 623
Glove Box .................................................. 209
H
Handling the Unexpected ........................ 627
HandsFreeLink ® (HFL) ............................... 395
Auto Answer ........................................... 412
Automatic Import of Cellular Phonebook
and Call History ..................................... 414
Automatic Transferring ............................ 412
Displaying Messages ................................ 432
HFL Buttons ............................................. 395
HFL Menus .............................................. 398
HFL Status Display ................................... 396
Limitations for Manua l Operation ............ 397
Making a Call .......................................... 423
Options During a Call .............................. 429
Phone Setup ............................................ 403
Phonebook Phonetic M odification ........... 418 Receiving a Call ....................................... 428
Receiving a Text/E-mail Message.............. 430
Ring Tone................................................ 413
Roadside Assistance ................................ 436
Selecting a Mail Account ......................... 431
Speed Dial ............................................... 415
To Create a Security PIN .......................... 410
To Set Up a Text/E-mail Message
Option................................................... 408
Use Contact Photo .................................. 413
Hard Disk Drive (HDD) Audio .................. 273
Hazard Warning Button .............................. 4
HDMI
TM Port .............................................. 339
Head Restraints ........................ 199, 201, 202
Headlight Washers ................................... 183
Headlights ................................................. 173
Aiming .................................................... 595
Auto High-Beam System.......................... 177
Automatic Operation............................... 174
Dimming ......................................... 173, 176
Operating................................................ 173
Heated Door Mirrors ................................ 185
Heated Steering Wheel ............................ 217
Heated Windshield ................................... 185
Heater (Steering Wheel) .......................... 217
Heaters (Seat) ................................... 218, 219
HFL (HandsFreeLink ®)............................... 395
High Beam Indicator .................................. 88
Hill Start Assist System ............................. 472
HomeLink ® Universal Transceiver ............ 392
Honda App License Agreement .............. 321
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