format Acura MDX 2020 Owner's Manual

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Features
■To replace an already-paired phone
with a new phone
1. Press the SETTINGS button.
2. Rotate to select Bluetooth/Phone
Settings , then press .
u Repeat the procedure to select
Bluetooth Device List.
3. Rotate to select a paired phone you
want to replace, then press .
4. Rotate to select Replace This Device,
then press .
5. HFL enters the pairing process and searches
a new phone.
u Follow the prompts to pair a new phone.
6. A notification appears on the screen if
pairing is successful.1To replace an already-pair ed phone with a new phone
The replaced phone will keep the same speed dial
entries, and security PIN information from the
previously paired phone.
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You can protect each of the six cell phones with a security PIN.
1.Press the SETTINGS button.
2. Rotate to select Bluetooth/Phone
Settings , then press .
u Repeat the procedure to select
Bluetooth Device List.
3. Rotate to select a phone you want to
add a security PIN to, then press .
4. Rotate to select Edit PIN, then press .
5. Enter a new four-digit number.
u Select to delete. Select of the
right side upper screen, the screen
returns to the previous screen.
6. Select OK to enter the security PIN.
7. Re-enter the four-digit number.
u The screen returns to the screen in step
4.
■To Create a Security PIN1 To Create a Security PIN
If the phone is already secu rity PIN protected, you
need to enter the current security PIN before clearing
the PIN or creating a new one.
Information Screen
On Demand Multi-Use DisplayTM
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Features
When there is an incoming call, an audible
notification sounds (i f activated) and the
Incoming Call screen appears.
Press the button to answer the call.
Press the button to decline or end the
call.
■Receiving a Call1 Receiving a Call
Call Waiting
Press the button to put the current call on hold to
answer the incoming call.
Press the button again to return to the current
call.
Ignore the incoming call if you do not want to answer
it.
Press the button if you want to hang up the
current call.
Information Screen
On Demand Multi-Use Display
TM
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Features
The following options are available during a call.
Phone Call Active - Transfer to Mobile :
Transfer a call from HFL to your phone.
Mute: Mute your voice.
Transfer to Mobile: Transfer a call from HFL
to your phone.
Touch Tones : Send numbers during a call.
This is useful when you call a menu-driven
phone system.
The available options are shown on the On
Demand Multi-Use Display
TM.
Select the option. u The Mute icon is checked when Mute is
selected. Select Mute again to turn it off.
■Options During a Call1Options During a Call
Touch Tones : Available on some phones.
Information Screen
On Demand Multi-Use DisplayTM
Mute Icon
Information Screen
On Demand Multi-Use DisplayTM
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Features
AcuraLink®*
Is a subscription-based service that provid es convenient features such as voice
communication in case of emergency, online security, one-on-one operator
assistance, and the transmission of importa nt messages regarding your vehicle’s
status.
For information on traffic rero uting and traffic information updates, provided by the
AcuraLink server, see the Navigation System Manual.
■Automatic collis ion notification
If your vehicle’s airbags deploy or if the unit
detects that the vehicle is severely impacted,
your vehicle will automatically attempt to
connect to the AcuraLink operator. Once
connected, information ab out your vehicle, its
positioning, and its condition will be sent to
the operator; you also can speak to the
operator when connected.
■In Case of Emergency
1 AcuraLink ®*
AcuraLink also provides services you can operate
from the Internet or your smartphone.
To subscribe to AcuraLink, or to get more
information about all of its features, contact an Acura
dealer, or visit owners.acura.com (U.S.) or
www.acura.ca/owners/acuralink (Canada).
Canadian models
1In Case of Emergency
Your vehicle may not be able to connect to the operator
if the battery level is low, the line is disconnected, or you
do not have adequate cellular coverage.
You cannot use emergency services when:
•You travel outside the AcuraLink service coverage
areas.
•There is a problem with the connecting devices,
such as the ASSIST button, microphone, speakers,
or the unit itself.
•You are not subscribed to the service or your
subscription is no longer valid.
You cannot operate othe r navigation or phone
related functions using the screens while talking to
the operator.
Only the operator can terminate the connection to
your vehicle.
1 Automatic collision notification
If the unit fails to connect to the operator, it
repeatedly tries until it succeeds.
Information screen
On Demand Multi-Use DisplayTM
When connected to the AcuraLink
operator:
* Not available on all models
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Features
Your subscribed telematics service prov ider can track your vehicle’s location,
remotely lock or unlock doors, and help you find your vehicle.
To use these features, you n eed your user ID and personal identification number
(PIN).
■Stolen vehicle tracking
This feature searches and tracks down your vehicle position even if it is on the move.
If you believe that your vehicle has been stolen, contact the police as well as the
provider.
■Remote door lock/unlock
The provider can remotely lock or unlock doors upon your request.
■Vehicle finder
This feature is convenient to use when trying to locate your vehicle in large areas,
such as a crowded parking lot. If you cannot locate your vehicle after using the
remote transmitter’s answerback function, you can contact the provider which can
then flash your vehicle’s exterior lights and sound the horn.
■Security alarm notification
If the security system in your vehicle detects an abnormal condition, such as
someone tampering with the lock on your vehicle, the provider notifies you by your
preferred method.
■Security Features1 Security Features
The contact information of your provider, your user
ID and PIN will be given when you subscribe to
AcuraLink. If you forget any of the above, contact a
dealer, or visit owners.acura.com (U.S.) or
www.acura.ca/owners/acuralink (Canada).
You can also activate the remote door lock/unlock
and vehicle finder features from the Internet or using
your smartphone app. As k a dealer, or visit
owners.acura.com (U.S.) or www.acura.ca/owners/
acuralink (Canada) for details.
1Vehicle finder
The lights will stop flas hing and horn will stop
sounding under the foll owing conditions:
•When 30 seconds have elapsed.
•You unlock the doors using the remote transmitter.•You unlock the doors using the keyless access
system.
•You unlock the doors using the built-in key.•The power mode is set to ACCESSORY or ON.
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Features
AcuraLink sends you messages on vehicle
features, safety and emissions recall
campaigns, maintenance reminders, and
diagnostic information.
When you receive a new message, an icon
appears on the information screen.
■Message category
There are six message categories.
• Feature Guide : Appears for the first 30 days of ownership, introducing vehicle
features each day.
• Quick Tips : Supplements your Owner’s Manual with updated vehicle
information.
• Diagnostic Information : Appears when a warning in dicator or message comes
on.
Rotate to select Check Later or Check Now .
u Selecting Check Now lets you know if you should see a dealer immediately or
later in accordance with the warning severity level.
• Scheduled Dealer Appointment : An appointment made through the Acura
server or Acura Owners website can be re scheduled or canceled from this option.
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•Maintenance Minder: Lets you know which maintenance item is due along with
a reminder message.
• Recalls/Campaigns : Reminds you of a recall or important safety information.
You should also be notified by mail.
■AcuraLink Message1 AcuraLink Message
Messages may not appear immediately after your
vehicle purchase. It can ta ke several days for your
dealer to register your vehicle’s ID.
If an icon includes an excl amation point, it indicates
that Acura gives high priority to this message
compared to the one without.
•: An unread message with high priority
•: An unread message
Message Icon
1 Message category
Message categories can be added, edited, or deleted
through broadcast me ssages from Acura.
You can call your dealer, find the nearest dealer, or
schedule appointments from the message options in
Maintenance Minder , Recalls/Campaigns, and
Diagnostic Information .
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■Reading a message
1.Press the INFO button or press , follow
the message on the information screen.
2. Rotate to select AcuraLink/Messages ,
then press .
u AcuraLink messages appears.
3. Rotate to select a category, then press
.
u If there are unread messages in a
category, a message icon appears next to
that category.
4. Rotate to select a message you want to
read, then press .
■Message Options
While a message is displayed, you can use options to take immediate action to the
message.
Available options are:
• Read Messages Aloud : Reads the message aloud. Select Stop Reading
Messages to cancel it.
• View Full Message : Displays the entire message.
• Phone number : Dials a number displayed in the message via HFL.
• Delete: Deletes the displayed message.
• Call Your Dealer : Calls your Acura dealer using HFL.
• Find Acura Dealer : Searches for the nearest Acura dealer.
• Roadside Assistance : Makes a call to the number for the Roadside Assistance
service.
• Schedule Dealer Appoi… : Automatically sets an appointment date at your
dealer.
1 Reading a message
If there is no message listed on the menu, each
category items are gray ed out and cannot be
selected.
The message icon disappears once you read the
message.
However, the exclamation mark that indicates that
the message has a high priority remains.
•: A read message with high priority.
1 Message Options
The available options vary by message category.
You can delete all message s in a category at once.
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Features
■Dealer Appointments
You can confirm the scheduled appointment date when you receive a
Maintenance Minder , Recalls/Campaigns , or Diagnostic Information
message, or reschedule an y existing appointments.
1. Select a Maintenance Minder , Recalls/Campaigns, Diagnostic Information ,
or Scheduled Dealer Appointment message.
2. Rotate to select Schedule Dealer Appoi… or Reschedule Appoint…
(depending on the screen). Press .
u A suggested time and date are displayed.
3. Rotate to select Confirm Appointment . Press to accept the time and
date.
4. Press to select OK.1Dealer Appointments
To set up an automated de aler appointment when a
regular maintenance is due , visit the Acura Owners
website at owners.acura.com (U.S.) or
www.acura.ca/owners/acuralink (Canada), and set
the required option. A remi nder message will be sent
as the date for the dealer appointment approaches. A
reminder message will also be sent if you schedule an
appointment online using Schedule Service
Appointment function.
If you are not satisfied with the proposed
appointment date and time, ca ll your dealer directly.
To cancel the scheduled appointment, select Cancel
Appointment when a message is displayed.
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Features
You can confirm your AcuraLink subscription status.
1.Press the SETTINGS button.
2. Rotate to select AcuraLink Settings ,
then press .
u Repeat the procedure to select
AcuraLink Subscription Status .
■AcuraLink Subscription Status
Signal Strength
ItemInformation
You can check the signal strength.
Current ContractThe AcuraLink subscription numb er and subscription level is
displayed.
ServiceYou can confirm the type of service.
SubscriptionYou can confirm the expiration date.
StatusThe following message can be displayed:●Check Antenna : There is a problem with the AcuraLink
antenna. Contact a dealer.
●No Signal : Signal is not received.●No data: The signal is received, but some error has occurred
in the system.
●OK : The system is receiving the signal or traffic data*.
* Not available on all models
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