service Acura MDX Hybrid 2017 Owner's Guide

uuIf a Tire Goes Flat uTemporarily Repairing a Flat Tire*
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Handling the Unexpected
• Greater than 25 psi (175 kPa), but less
than 35 psi (240 kPa):
Turn the air compressor on to inflate the
tire until the tire pressure reaches 35 psi
(240 kPa).
2 Inflating an Under-inflated Tire P. 401
Then drive carefully for 10 more minutes or
until you reach the nearest service station,
whichever is sooner. Do not exceed 50 mph
(80 km/h). If you have not reached a service
station, stop and check the tire pressure.
u You should repeat this procedure as long
as the air pressure is within this range.
7. Unscrew the sealant/ai r hose from the tire
valve stem.
Reinstall the valve cap.
8. Press the pressure relief button until the
gauge returns to 0 psi (0 kPa).
9. Repackage and properly stow the kit.
Pressure Relief Button
1Distributing the Sealant in the Tire
3WARNING
Running the engine with the vehicle in an
enclosed or even partly enclosed area can
cause a rapid build-up of toxic carbon
monoxide.
Breathing this colorless, odorless gas can
cause unconsciousness and even death.
Only run the engine to power the air
compressor with th e vehicle outdoors.
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uuJump Starting u
Handling the Unexpected
5.Connect the other end of the second
jumper cable to the engine hanger as
shown. Do not connect this jumper cable to
any other part.
6. If your vehicle is connected to another
vehicle, start the assi sting vehicle’s engine
and increase its rpm slightly.
7. Attempt to start your vehicle’s engine. If it
turns over slowly, check that the jumper
cables have good metal-to-metal contact.
Once your vehicle’s engine has started, remove the jumper cabl es in the following
order:
1. Disconnect the jumper cable from your vehicle’s ground.
2. Disconnect the other end of the jumper cable from the booster battery -
terminal.
3. Disconnect the jumper cable from your vehicle’s 12-volt battery + terminal.
4. Disconnect the other end of the jumper cable from the booster battery +
terminal.
Have your vehicle inspected by a n earby service station or a dealer.
■What to Do After the Engine Starts
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uuIndicator, Coming On/Blinking uIf the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator Comes On or Blinks
Handling the Unexpected
If the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator Comes On or
Blinks
■Reasons for the indicator to come on or blink
A tire pressure is significantly low. If there is a problem with the TPMS
with Tire Fill Assist or the compact spare tire
* is installed, the indicator
blinks for about one mi nute, and then stays on.
■What to do when the indicator comes on
Drive carefully and avoid abrupt cornering and hard braking.
Stop your vehicle in a safe place. Ch eck the tire pressure and adjust the
pressure to the specified level. The sp ecified tire pressure is on a label on
the driver side doorjamb.
■What to do when the indicator blinks
Have the tire inspected by a dealer as soon as possible. If the compact
spare tire
* causes the indicator to blink, change the tire to a full-size tire.
The indicator goes off after driv ing for a few miles (kilometers).
If the Transmission System Indicator Blinks along
with the Warning Message
■Reasons for the indicator to blink
The transmission is malfunctioning.
■What to do when the indicator blinks
• Immediately have your vehi cle inspected by a dealer.
• Change to
(N when you turn the power system on.
u Check if the
(N position on the instrument panel and the indicator
on the
(N button is light/blink.
u The power system cannot be turned on unless the parking brake is
set.
2 Turning on the Power P. 239
1If the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator Comes On or Blinks
NOTICE
Driving on an extremely unde rinflated tire can cause
it to overheat. An overheated tire can fail. Always
inflate your tires to the prescribed level.
TPMS Fill Assist provides visual and audible assistance
during tire pressure adjustment. With the power
mode in ON, while you adjust tire pressure up or
down, the system alerts you as follows:
Below recommended pressure: The beeper
sounds and exterior lights flash once every five
seconds.
At recommended pressure: The beeper sounds
and the exterior lights flash rapidly for five seconds.
Above recommended pressure: The beeper
sounds and lights flash twice every three seconds.
1 If the Transmission System In dicator Blinks along with the
Warning Message
You may not be able to turn on the power system.
Make sure to set the parking brake when parking
your vehicle.
Call a professional towing service if you need to tow
your vehicle. 2 Emergency Towing P. 427
* Not available on all models
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Handling the Unexpected
Emergency Towing
Call a professional towing service if you need to tow your vehicle.
■Flat bed equipment
The operator loads your vehicle on the back of a truck.
This is the only way you can safely transport your vehicle.
Any other towing method will dama ge the vehicle’s drive system.
1Emergency Towing
NOTICE
Trying to lift or tow your vehicle by the bumpers will
cause serious damage. The bumpers are not designed
to support the vehicle’s weight.
NOTICE
Improper towing such as towing behind a
motorhome or other motor vehicle can damage the
transmission.
Never tow your vehicle with just a rope or chain.
It is very dangerous since ropes or chains may shift
from side to side or break.
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Information
This chapter includes your vehicle’s specifications, locations of identification numbers, and other
information required by regulation.
Specifications.................................... 432
Identification Numbers Vehicle Identification Number (VIN), Engine Number, Motor Number, and
Transmission Number ..................... 434
Devices that Emit Radio Waves ....... 435
Reporting Safety Defects ................. 436Emissions Testing
Testing of Readiness Codes.............. 437
Warranty Coverages ........................ 438
Authorized Manuals ......................... 440
Client Service Information ............... 441
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Information
Authorized Manuals
■Service Express
For electronic copies of se rvice publications, you can purchase a subscription to
Service Express. Visit www.techinfo.honda.com for pricing and options.
■For U.S. Owners
Manuals can be purchased from Helm Incorporated. You can order a manual by
phone at 1 (800) 782-4356 (credit ca rd orders only), or online at www.helminc.com.
■For Canadian Owners
Please contact a dealer to order any manuals that you may require.
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Information
Client Service Information
Acura dealership personnel are trained professionals who should be able to deal
with any problems you may encounter with your vehicle. If, however, you are faced
with a problem that they cannot resolve to your satisf action, contact Acura Client
Relations/Services.
U.S. Owners
American Honda Motor Co., Inc.
Acura Client Relations
Mail Stop 500-2N-7E
1919 Torrance Blvd.
Torrance, CA 90501-2746
Tel: 1 (800) 382-2238 Canadian Owners
Honda Canada Inc.
Acura Client Services
180 Honda Boulevard
Markham, ON
L6C 0H9
Tel: 1-888-9-ACURA-9
Fax: 1-877-939-0909
E-mail: acura_cr@ch.honda.com
In Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin
Islands
Bella International
P.O. Box 190816
San Juan, PR 00919-0816
Tel: (787) 620-75461 Client Service Information
When you call or write, pl ease give us the following
information:
•Vehicle Identification Number
2Vehicle Identification Number (VIN),
Engine Number, Motor Number, and
Transmission Number P. 434
•Date of purchase•Odometer reading of your vehicle
•Your name, address, and telephone number
•A detailed description of the problem•Name of the dealer who sold the vehicle to you
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Index
Indicator ..................................... 78, 79, 414
Parking Brake.......................................... 299
Brake System (Amber) Indicator ................................................... 79
Brake System (Red)
Indicator ........................................... 78, 414
Brightness Control (Instrument Panel) ... 179
BSI (Blind Spot Information) System ....... 291
Bulb Replacement .................................... 352
Back-Up Light ......................................... 355
Brake Light and Rear Tu rn Signal Light .... 353
Fog Lights ............................................... 352
Front Turn Signal/ Parking, Daytime
Running and Front Side Marker Lights ... 352
Headlights .............................................. 352
High-Mount Brake Light.......................... 356
Puddle Lights .......................................... 356
Rear License Plate Lights ......................... 356
Side Turn Signal/Emergency Indicator Lights .................................................... 352
Taillights ................................................. 355
Taillights/Rear Side Maker Lights ............. 354
Bulb Specifications ................................... 432
C
Car Wash Mode........................................ 251
Carbon Monoxide Gas ............................... 75
Carrying Cargo ................................. 231, 233
Center Pocket ........................................... 205
Certification Label ................................... 434 Changing Bulbs
......................................... 352
Charging System Indicator ................. 82, 412
Child Safety ................................................. 60
Childproof Door Locks ............................. 149
Child Seat .................................................... 60
Booster Seats ............................................. 74
Child Seat for Infants ................................. 62
Child Seat for Small Children ..................... 63
Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/Shoulder Seat Belt .................................................. 68
Larger Children .......................................... 73
Rear-facing Child Seat ............................... 62
Selecting a Child Seat ................................ 64
Childproof Door Locks ............................. 149
Cleaning the Exterior ............................... 377
Cleaning the Interior ................................ 375
Client Service Information ....................... 441
Climate Control System ............................ 214
Changing the Mode ................................ 217
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows ............................................... 221
Dust and Pollen Filter ............................... 374
Rear Climate Control System ................... 222
Sensors .................................................... 226
Synchronized Mode ................................. 218
Using Automatic Climate Control ............ 214
Clock .......................................................... 136
CMBSTM (Collision Mitigation Braking
SystemTM) ................................................. 307
Coat Hook ................................................. 210 Collision Mitigation Braking System
TM
(CMBSTM) ................................................. 307
Compact Spare Tire .......................... 385, 433
Console Compartment ............................. 204
Controls ..................................................... 135
Coolant (Engine) ...................................... 347
Adding to the Radiator ............................ 348
Adding to the Reserve Tank..................... 347
Overheating ............................................ 409
Creeping (Dual Clutch Transmission) ...... 246
Cross Traffic Monitor ............................... 322
Cup Holders .............................................. 206
Customized Features ................................ 125
D
Daytime Running Lights .......................... 171
Dead Battery ............................................. 407
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows ................................................. 221
Detachable Anchor .................................... 42
Devices that Emit Radio Waves ............... 435
Dimming Headlights ............................................... 168
Rearview Mirror....................................... 184
Dipstick (Engine Oil) ................................. 343
Directional Signals (Turn Signal) ............. 167
Door Mirrors ............................................. 185
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Index
Supplemental Restraint System ............ 57, 87
System Message ........................................ 91
Transmission System .......................... 84, 416
Turn Signal ................................................ 89
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA®)
System ............................................. 88, 287
VSA ® OFF .......................................... 88, 288
Information ............................................... 431
Instrument Panel ........................................ 77
Brightness Control ................................... 179
Integrated Dynamics System (IDS) ........... 256
Dynamic Mode button ............................. 256
Interior Lights ........................................... 201
Interior Rearview Mirror .......................... 184
J
Jack (Wheel Nut Wrench) ......................... 389
Jump Starting ............................................ 407
K
Key Number Tag ....................................... 138
Keyless Access System ............................... 139
Keyless Lockout Prevention ..................... 145
Keys ........................................................... 137
Lockout Prevention .................................. 145
Number Tag ............................................ 138
Rear Door Won’t Open ............................ 149
Remote Transmitter ................................. 144
Types and Functions ................................ 137 Kickdown (Dual Clutch Transmission)
..... 246
L
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS)......... 279
Indicator.................................................... 92
LATCH (Child Seats) .............................. 65, 70
LED Puddle Light ...................................... 143
Lights ................................................. 168, 352
Automatic ............................................... 169
Bulb Replacement ................................... 352
Daytime Running Lights........................... 171
High Beam Indicator .................................. 89
Interior .................................................... 201
Light Switches ......................................... 168
Lights On Indicator .................................... 90
Turn Signals ............................................ 167
Load Limits ................................................ 233
Locking/Unlocking .................................... 137
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking.................. 150
Childproof Door Locks............................. 149
From Inside ............................................. 147
From Outside .......................................... 139
Keys ........................................................ 137
Using a Key ............................................. 145
Lockout Prevention System ..................... 145
Low Battery Charge ................................. 412
Low Fuel Indicator ...................................... 85
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 82, 412
Lower Anchors ...................................... 65, 70
Lubricant Specifications Chart ................. 433Luggage (Maximum Load Limit)
............. 233
Lumbar Support ....................................... 187M
Maintenance............................................ 331
12-Volt Battery ....................................... 370
Brake Fluid .............................................. 351
Cleaning ................................................. 375
Climate Control System .......................... 374
Coolant .................................................. 347
Maintenance Minder
TM............................ 335
Oil .......................................................... 343
Precautions ............................................. 332
Radiator .................................................. 348
Remote Control ...................................... 372
Remote Transmitter ................................ 371
Replacing Light Bulbs .............................. 352
Safety ..................................................... 333
Service Items ........................................... 337
Tires........................................................ 361
Transmission Fluid ................................... 350
Under the Hood ...................................... 339
Wireless Headphone ............................... 373
Malfunction Indicator Lamp ............. 82, 413
Map Lights ................................................ 202
Maximum Load Limit ............................... 233
Meters, Gauges ........................................ 117
MID (Multi-information Display) ............ 119
Mirrors ...................................................... 184
Adjusting ................................................ 184
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