ECU Acura MDX 2020 Repair Manual

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uuIf a Tire Goes Flat uChanging a Flat Tire
Handling the Unexpected
1. Remove the center cap.
2. Place the flat tire face up under the hoist.
3. Insert the hoist bracke t into the center hole
of the flat tire.
4. Slowly turn the wheel nut wrench clockwise
to take up the hoist cable slack. Make sure
the bracket is seated in the center hole of
the flat tire.
5. Turn the wheel nut wrench with the jack
handle bar clockwise until the flat tire rests
against the underbody of the vehicle and
you hear the hoist click.
6. Securely store the jack and wheel nut
wrench and jack handle bar back in the tool
case. Store the case in the cargo area.
■Storing the Flat Tire1Storing the Flat Tire
3WARNING
Loose items can fly around the interior in a
crash and can seriously injure the
occupants.
Store the jack and tools securely before
driving.
Center Cap
Wheel Nut Wrench Jack Handle Bar
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Handling the Unexpected
Jump Starting
Turn off the power to electric devices, such as audio and lights. Turn off the engine,
then open the hood. 1.Pull up on the engine cover, remove it from
the pins.
u Start on the passenger side and lift the
outermost edge of the cover.
u Move towards the driver side while
applying uniform upward pressure.
2. Connect the first jump er cable to your
vehicle’s battery + terminal.
3. Connect the other end of the first jumper
cable to the booster battery + terminal.
u Use a 12-volt booster battery only.
u When using an automotive battery
charger to boost your 12-volt battery,
select a lower charging voltage than 15
volt. Check the charger manual for the
proper setting.
4. Connect the second jumper cable to the
booster battery - terminal.
■Jump Starting Procedure1Jump Starting
Securely attach the jumper cables clips so that they
do not come off when the e ngine vibrates. Also be
careful not to tangle the ju mper cables or allow the
cable ends to touch each other while attaching or
detaching the jumper cables.
Battery performance degrades in cold conditions and
may prevent the engi ne from starting.
3WARNING
A battery can explode if you do not follow
the correct procedure, seriously injuring
anyone nearby.
Keep all sparks, open flames, and smoking
materials away from the battery.
Engine CoverPin
Booster Battery
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Handling the Unexpected
Fuses
Fuse Locations
If any electrical devices are not working, set
the power mode to VEHICLE OFF (LOCK)
and check to see if any applicable fuse is
blown.
Fuse locations are shown on the fuse box
cover. Locate the fuse in question by the
fuse number and box cover number.
Located near the brake fluid reservoir. Push
the tabs to open the box.
■Engine Compartment Fuse
Box Type A
Tab
■Circuit protected and fuse rating
Circuit ProtectedAmps
1STRLD7.5 A
2−−
3ACG FR15 A
4 Washer 15 A
5IG1 OP(7.5 A)
6 ECU FR 7.5 A
7Starter7.5 A
8FI Sub 15A
9DBW15 A
10 FI Main 15 A
11IG Coil15 A
12 DRL R 10 A
13DRL L10 A
14 Injector 20 A
15−−
16 Back Up 10 A
17MG Clutch(7.5 A)
18 FR Fog*(7.5 A)
19−−
20 H/L HI R 7.5 A
21−−
22 Small 10 A
23−−
24 H/L HI L 7.5 A
25SBW15 A
26 H/L LO R 10 A
27H/L LO L10 A
28 Oil LVL 7.5 A
29Main Fan30 A
30 Sub Fan 30 A
31Wiper Main30 A
Circuit ProtectedAmps
* Not available on all models
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uuFuses uFuse Locations
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Handling the Unexpected
Located on the lower side panel. Take off
the cover to open.
Fuse locations are shown on the cover.
■Passenger’s Side Interior Fuse
Box
Cover
Fuse Label
■Circuit protected and fuse rating
Circuit ProtectedAmps
1EPTR*(30 A)
2RR AS P/W20 A
3ACM20 A
4FR DEF*(15 A)
5AVS Heated Seat20 A
6FR AS P/W20 A
7AS P/Seat (SLI)20 A
8AS P/Seat (REC)20 A
9AS P/Seat (LUM)(7.5 A)
10Spare5 A
11Heated Steering*(10 A)
12−−
13−−
14RR ACC Socket20 A
15FR ACC Socket20 A
16−−
17−−
18AMP30 A
19SRS10 A
20AS ECU7.5 A
21Option7.5 A
22−−
23−−
24OPDS7.5 A
25ILLUMI (INT)5 A
26EPTL*(30 A)
27CTR ACC Socket20 A
28AC INVTR*(30 A)
Circuit ProtectedAmps
* Not available on all models
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uuFuses uFuse Locations
Handling the Unexpected
Located on the left side of cargo area.
Remove the cover by prying on the edge of
the cover using a flat-tip screwdriver.
u Wrap the flat-tip screwdriver with a
cloth to prevent scratches.
Fuse locations are shown on the cover.
Locate the fuse in question by the fuse
number and box cover number.
■Rear Fuse Box
Fuse Label
Fuse BoxCover
■Circuit protected and fuse rating
Circuit ProtectedAmps
1PTG Closer20 A
2−−
3USB CHARGE15 A
4Fuel Lid7.5 A
5Seat Slide20 A
6−−
7RR Heat Seat*(20 A)
8−−
9−−
10−−
11−−
12Rear Wiper10 A
13Rear ECU7.5 A
14SH-AWD*(20 A)
15EPB-R30 A
16EPB-L30 A
17−−
18PTG MTR40 A
* Not available on all models
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Index
690
Index
Index
A
AAC.................................................... 268, 293
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) ................... 535
AC Power Outlet ....................................... 214
Accessories and Modifications ................. 623
Accessory Power Sockets .......................... 213
AcuraLink .................................................. 435
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low
Speed Follow ........................................... 489
Indicator .................................................... 95
Additives
Coolant ................................................... 589
Washer .................................................... 592
Adjusting
Armrest ................................................... 204
Front Seats .............................................. 191
Head Restraints........................ 198, 200, 201
Headlights ............................................... 593
Mirrors .................................................... 188
Rear Seats................................................ 203
Steering Wheel ........................................ 187
Temperature ............................................ 122
Agile Handling Assist ................................ 520
Air Conditioning System (Climate Control System) .................................................... 219
Changing the Mode ................................ 222
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows ............................................... 225
Dust and Pollen Filter ............................... 617
Rear Climate Control System ................... 226
Sensors .................................................... 230 Synchronized Mode................................. 223
Using Automatic Climate Control ............ 219
Air Pressure ....................................... 603, 677
Airbags ........................................................ 41
Advanced Airbags ..................................... 47
After a Collision ........................................ 45
Airbag Care............................................... 55
Driver’s Knee Airbag.................................. 48
Event Data Recorder .................................... 0
Front Airbags (SRS) .................................... 44
Indicator.............................................. 53, 86
Passenger Front Airbag Off Indicator ......... 54
Sensors ..................................................... 41
Side Airbags .............................................. 50
Side Curtain Airbags.................................. 52
AM/FM Radio ............................................ 254
Android Auto ........................................... 303
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) .................. 535
Indicator.................................................... 86
Apple CarPlay ........................................... 299
Armrest ..................................................... 204
Audio Remote Controls ........................... 237
Audio System ............................................ 232
Adjusting the Sound................................ 249
Auxiliary Input Jack.................................. 236
Error Messages ........................................ 308
General Information ................................ 316
HDD ........................................................ 271
iPhone............................................. 291, 318
iPod ........................................................ 284
MP3/WMA/AAC .............................. 268, 293 Pandora
®.............................................. 291
Reactivating ............................................ 236
Recommended CDs ................................ 317
Recommended Devices ........................... 318
Remote Controls ..................................... 237
Security Code ......................................... 236
Theft Protection ...................................... 236
USB Flash Drives...................................... 318
USB Port ................................................. 233
Authorized Manuals ................................ 685
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking ................ 154
Customize ...................................... 132, 374
Auto High-Beam ...................................... 176
Indicator ................................................... 86
Auto Idle Stop .......................................... 480
OFF Button ............................................. 481
Auto Idle Stop Indicator (Green) .............. 92
Auto Idle Stop System Indicator (Amber) ..................................................... 92
Automatic Brake Hold ............................. 533
Indicator ................................................. 533
Automatic Brake Hold System
Indicator ................................................. 533
Automatic Folding Door Mirror .............. 190
Aut omatic Intermittent W

ipers .............. 180
Automatic Lighting .................................. 173
Automatic Transmission .......................... 471
Creeping................................................. 471
Fluid ....................................................... 591
Kickdown ............................................... 471
Operating the Shift Button ...................... 474
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Index
Brake ...................................................... 592
Engine Coolant ....................................... 589
Windshield Washer ................................. 592
Fog Lights ................................................. 175
Folding Down the Second Row Seat ...... 197
Folding Down the Third Row Seat .......... 203
Foot Brake ................................................ 532
Front Airbags (SRS) .................................... 44
Front Seats ................................................ 191
Adjusting ................................................ 191
Front Sensor Camera ............................... 487
Fuel ..................................................... 20, 569
Fuel Economy and CO
2 Emissions ............ 572
Gauge .................................................... 119
Instant Fuel Economy .............................. 123
Low Fuel Indicator..................................... 85
Range ..................................................... 123
Recommendation.................................... 569
Refueling ................................................ 569
Fuel Economy and CO
2 Emissions ............ 572
Fuel Fill Door ...................................... 20, 570
Unable to Unlock .................................... 671
Fuses ......................................................... 662
Inspecting and Changing ........................ 669
Locations ........................ 662, 665, 667, 668
G
Gasoline (Fuel) Economy................................................. 572
Gauge .................................................... 119 Information ............................................. 569
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 85
Refueling ................................................. 569
Gauges ...................................................... 119
Gear Position Indicator ...................... 83, 474
Gear Shift Positions Automatic Transmission ........................... 472
Glass (care) ................................................ 621
Glove Box .................................................. 208
H
Handling the Unexpected ........................ 625
HandsFreeLink ® (HFL) ............................... 393
Auto Answer ........................................... 410
Automatic Import of Cellular Phonebook
and Call History ..................................... 412
Automatic Transferring ............................ 410
Displaying Messages ................................ 430
HFL Buttons ............................................. 393
HFL Menus .............................................. 396
HFL Status Display ................................... 394
Limitations for Manua l Operation ............ 395
Making a Call .......................................... 421
Options During a Call .............................. 427
Phone Setup ............................................ 401
Phonebook Phonetic M odification ........... 416
Receiving a Call ....................................... 426
Receiving a Text/E-mail Message .............. 428
Ring Tone ................................................ 411
Roadside Assistance ................................. 434 Selecting a Text/E-mail Message
Account ................................................ 429
Speed Dial ............................................... 413
To Create a Security PIN .......................... 408
To Set Up a Text/E-mail Message Option................................................... 406
Use Contact Photo .................................. 411
Hard Disk Drive (HDD) Audio .................. 271
Hazard Warning Button .............................. 4
HDMI
TM Port .............................................. 337
Head Restraints ........................ 198, 200, 201
Headlight Washers ................................... 182
Headlights ................................................. 172
Aiming .................................................... 593
Auto High-Beam ..................................... 176
Automatic Operation............................... 173
Dimming ......................................... 172, 175
Operating................................................ 172
Heated Door Mirrors ................................ 184
Heated Steering Wheel ............................ 216
Heated Windshield ................................... 184
Heater (Steering Wheel) .......................... 216
Heaters (Seat) ................................... 217, 218
HFL (HandsFreeLink ®)............................... 393
High Beam Indicator .................................. 88
Hill Start Assist System ............................. 469
HomeLink ® Universal Transceiver ............ 390
Honda App License Agreement .............. 319
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Index
I
Identification Numbers............................ 678
Engine and Transmission.......................... 678
Vehicle Identification ............................... 678
Illumination Control ................................. 183
Button ..................................................... 183
Immobilizer System .................................. 162
Indicator .................................................... 89
Indicators ..................................................... 78
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed Follow ............................ 95, 489
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ..................... 86
Auto High-Beam ........................................ 86
Auto Idle Stop ........................................... 92
Auto Idle Stop System................................ 92
Automatic Brake Hold........................ 81, 533
Automatic Brake Hold System ............ 81, 533
Blind spot information System ........... 99, 527
Brake System (Amber)................................ 79
Brake System (Red) ............................ 78, 658
Charging System ............................... 82, 656
Collision Mitigati on Braking System
TM
(CMBSTM) ........................................... 97, 98
Electric Parking Brake................................. 80
Electric Parking Brake System ..................... 80
Fog Lights .................................................. 89
Gear Position ............................................. 83
High Beam................................................. 88
Immobilizer System .................................... 89
Keyless Access System ............................... 91
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) .... 93, 512 Lights On .................................................. 89
Low Fuel ................................................... 85
Low Oil Pressure ................................ 82, 656
Low Tire Pressure/TPMS ............................. 88
Malfunction Indicator Lamp............... 82, 657
Road Departure Mitigation (RDM) ............. 94
Seat Belt Reminder .............................. 34, 85
Security System Alarm ............................... 90
Speed-sensitive Electric Power
Steering (EPS) System ...................... 88, 658
Super Handling-All Wheel Drive
TM.............. 91
Supplemental Restraint System ............ 53, 86
System Message ........................................ 90
Transmission System.......................... 84, 661
Turn Signal ................................................ 88
Vehicle Stability Assist ® (VSA ®)
System ............................................ 87, 518
VSA ® OFF .......................................... 87, 519
Information .............................................. 675
Information Screen .................................. 244
Instrument Panel ........................................ 77
Brightness Control................................... 183
Integrated Dynamics System ................... 486
Dynamic Mode button ............................ 486
Interface Dial ............................................ 239
Interior Lights ........................................... 206
Interior Rearview Mirror .......................... 188
iPhone ............................................... 291, 318
iPod ................................................... 284, 318
J
Jack (Wheel Nut Wrench) ........................ 631
Jump Starting ........................................... 652
K
Key Number Tag ...................................... 141
Keyless Access System .............................. 142
Keyless Lockout Prevention ..................... 149
Keys ........................................................... 139
Lockout Prevention ................................. 149
Number Tag............................................ 141
Rear Door Won’t Open ........................... 153
Remote Transmitter ................................ 147
Types and Functions................................ 139
Kickdown (Automatic Transmission) ...... 471
L
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS)........ 510
Indicator ................................................... 93
LATCH (Child Seats) ............................. 61, 68
LED Puddle Light ...................................... 144
Legal Information on Apple CarPlay/ Android Auto ......................................... 331
License information ................................. 334
Lights ................................................ 172, 593
Automatic............................................... 173
Bulb Replacement ................................... 593
Daytime Running Lights .......................... 175
High Beam Indicator ................................. 88
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Index
Parking Brake............................................ 529
Parking Sensor System .............................. 548
Passenger Front Airbag Off Indicator ....... 54
Passing Indicators ..................................... 172
Power Tailgate .......................................... 156
Power Windows ........................................ 165
Precautions While Driving ........................ 470
Driving Guidelines for Your Utility
Vehicle................................................... 470
Rain ......................................................... 470
Pregnant Women ....................................... 39
Puncture (Tire) .................................. 627, 635
R
Radiator..................................................... 590
Radio (AM/FM) .......................................... 254
Radio (SiriusXM ®)...................................... 257
Radio Data System (RDS) .......................... 255
Range ........................................................ 123
RDS (Radio Data System) .......................... 255
Readiness Codes (Emissions Testing) ....... 681
Rear Climate Control System ................... 226
From the Front Panel ............................... 226
From the Rear Panel................................. 229
Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror Button ...................................................... 184
Rear Entertainment System (RES) ............ 335
Auxiliary Console Panel ............................ 336
Front Control Panel Operation ................. 352
HDMI
TM Port ............................................ 337 Operating the System .............................. 339
Overhead Screen ..................................... 338
Playable Discs .......................................... 357
Rear Control Panel Operation .................. 340
Wireless Headphones .............................. 335
Rear Seats Second Row Seat .................................... 194
Third Row Seat ........................................ 203
Rearview Mirror ....................................... 188
Refueling .................................................. 569
Fuel Gauge.............................................. 119
Gasoline .......................................... 569, 676
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 85
Regulations ............................... 524, 605, 679
Remote Engine Start with Vehicle Feedback ................................................. 466
Checking Door Lock Status...................... 150
Remote Transmitter ................................. 147
Replacement
Battery ............................ 613, 614, 615, 616
Bulbs ....................................................... 593
Front Wiper Blade Rubber ....................... 598
Fuses ............................... 662, 665, 667, 668
Rear Wiper Blade Rubber......................... 600
Tires ........................................................ 608
Reporting Safety Defects ......................... 680
Resetting a Trip Meter ............................. 122
Reverse Tilt Door Mirror .......................... 189
Right Selector Wheel ....................... 120, 126
Road Departure Mitigation (RDM) ......... 505
On and Off.............................................. 507
S
Safe Driving ................................................ 27
Safety Checklist .......................................... 32
Safety Labels .............................................. 75
Safety Message ............................................ 1
Seat Belts .................................................... 33
Adjusting the Shoulder Anchor ................. 37
Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners ................. 35
Checking .................................................. 40
Detachable Anchor ................................... 38
Fastening .................................................. 36
Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/Shoulder
Seat Belt ................................................. 66
Pregnant Women...................................... 39
Reminder .................................................. 34
Warning Indicator ............................... 34, 85
Seat Heaters ..................................... 217, 218
Seat Ventilation ....................................... 217
Seats .......................................................... 191
Adjusting ................................................ 191
Driver’s Seat Lumbar Support .................. 192
Front Seats.............................................. 191
Rear Seats ....................................... 194, 203
Seat Heaters ................................... 217, 218
Seat Ventilation ...................................... 217
Second Row Seat .................................... 194
Third Row Seat ....................................... 203
Second Row Outer Seats Heaters ............ 218
Second Row Seat (Folding Down) ........... 197
Security System ........................................ 162
Immobilizer System Indicator..................... 89
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Index
Security System Alarm Indicator ................ 90
Select Button ............................................ 472
Operation ............................................... 474
Selecting a Child Seat ................................ 60
Sequential Mode ...................................... 478
Sequential Mode Operation ................... 479
Setting the Clock ...................................... 138
SH-AWD ® (Super Handling-All Wheel
Drive
TM) ................................................... 521
SH-AWD ® Torque Distribution
Monitor ................................................... 124
Shift Button ........................................ 18, 472
Shifting (Transmission) ...................... 18, 472
Shoulder Anchor ........................................ 37
Side Airbags ............................................... 50
Side Curtain Airbags .................................. 52
Siri Eyes Free ............................................. 298
SiriusXM ® Radio ....................................... 257
Snow Tires ................................................ 610
Spare Tire ......................................... 627, 677
Spark Plugs ............................................... 676
Specifications ........................................... 676
Specified Fuel ................................... 569, 676
Speedometer ............................................ 119
Speed-sensitive Electric Power Steering (EPS)
System Indicator ........................................... 88, 658
SRS Airbags (Airbags) ................................ 44
Starting Assist Brake Function ................ 485
Starting the Engine .................................. 464
Does Not Start ........................................ 649 Jump Starting .......................................... 652
Remote Engine Start ................................ 466
Steering Wheel ......................................... 187
Adjusting ................................................. 187
Heater ..................................................... 216
Stopping .................................................... 546
Summer Tires ............................................ 610
Sunglasses Holder ..................................... 216
Super Handling-All Wheel DriveTM
(SH-AWD ®) .............................................. 521
Indicator .................................................... 91
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) ........ 44
Surround View Camera System ............... 559
Switches (Around the Steering
Wheel) ............................................. 4, 5, 168
Synchronized Mode .................................. 223
System Message Indicator .......................... 90
T
Tachometer............................................... 119
Tailgate ..................................................... 155
Unable to Open ....................................... 672
Temperature
Gauge ..................................................... 119
Outside Temperature Display ................... 122
Temperature Gauge ................................. 119
Temperature Sensor ......................... 122, 230
Temporary Tire Repair Kit ........................ 636
Text Message .................................... 428, 430
Third Row Seat (Folding Down) .............. 203Third Row Seat Access
.............................. 196
Tie-down Anchors .................................... 215
Time (Setting) ........................................... 138
Tire Fill Assist .................................... 522, 660
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
with Tire Fill Assist .................................. 522
Indicator............................................ 88, 660
Tire Repair Kit ........................................... 635
Tires ........................................................... 602
Air Pressure ..................................... 603, 677
Checking and Maintaining ...................... 602
Inspection ............................................... 602
Labeling .................................................. 603
Puncture (Flat Tire) .......................... 627, 635
Regulations ............................................. 605
Rotation .................................................. 609
Spare Tire ........................................ 627, 677
Summer .................................................. 610
Temporary Tire Repair Kit ........................ 636
Tire Chains .............................................. 610
Tire Repair Kit.......................................... 635
Wear Indicators ....................................... 607
Winter..................................................... 610
Tools .......................................................... 626
Towing a Trailer ....................................... 452
Equipment and Accessories ..................... 455
Load Limits .............................................. 452
Towing Your Vehicle ................................ 461
Emergency .............................................. 670
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