2002 Acura MDX mirror

To use the sun visor, pull it down.
You can also use the sun visor at the
side window. Remove the support
rod f rom the clip and swing the sun
visor toward the side window. In this
position, the sun visor can be
extended by sliding out the
extension.Touseavanitymirroronthebackof
the sun visor, pull up the cover.
Make sure you put the sun visor
back in place when you are getting
into or out of the vehicle. Do not use
the sun visor extension over the rear
view mirror.
The light beside the mirror comes
on only when the parking lights or
headlights are on.
Sun Visor
Vanity Mirror
Sun Visor, Vanit y Mirror
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Youshoulddothefollowingchecks
and adjustments every day bef ore
you drive your vehicle.Make sure all windows, mirrors,
and outside lights are clean and
unobstructed. Remove f rost, snow,
or ice. Check the adjustment of the seat
(see page ).
Check the adjustment of the
inside and outside mirrors (see
page ).
Check the adjustment of the
steering wheel (see page ).
Fasten your seat belt. Check that
your passengers have f astened
their seat belts (see page ).Turn the ignition switch ON (II).
Check the indicator lights in the
instrument panel.
Start the engine (see page ).
Check the gauges and indicator
lights in the instrument panel (see
page ).
Check that any items you may be
carrying with you inside are stored
properly or f astened down
securely. Visually check the tires. If a tire
looks low, use a gauge to check its
pressure. Check that the hood and tailgate
arefullyclosed. Makesurethedoorsandtailgate are securely closed and locked.
3. 2.
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Preparing to Drive
Driving209
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Many states and provinces require
special exterior mirrors when towing
a trailer. Even if they don’t, you
should install special mirrors if you
cannot clearly see behind you, or if
the trailer creates a blind spot.
When towing a trailer, we
recommend that you carry a f ull-size
spare wheel and tire f or your vehicle.
Using the compact spare that came
with the MDX may adversely affect
vehicle handling.
We also recommend that you carry a
f ull-size spare wheel and tire f or your
trailer. Ask your trailer sales or
rental agency where and how to
store the spare. See page f or proper tire size,
page f or how to store a f ull-sized
wheel and tire, and page for
inf ormation on changing a f lat tire.
Remember to unhitch the trailer
bef ore changing a f lat.When preparing to tow, and bef ore
driving away, be sure to check the
f ollowing:
The vehicle has been properly
serviced, and the brakes,
suspension and cooling system are
in good operating condition. If you
tow f requently, f ollow the Severe
Conditions maintenance schedule.
The trailer has been properly
serviced and is in good condition.
All weights and loads are within
limits (see pages and ).
Thehitch,safetychains,andany
other attachments are secure.
Allitemsonandinthetrailerare
properly secured and cannot shif t
while you drive. The lights and brakes on your
vehicle and the trailer are working
properly.
Your vehicle tires and spare are in
good condition and properly
inf lated (see page ).
The trailer tires and spare are in
good condition and inf lated as
recommended by the trailer
maker.
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Towing a Trailer
Driving
Trailer Mirrors
Spare TiresPre-T ow Checklist
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The individual map lights, cargo area
light, tailgate light, and the vanity
mirror lights come apart the same
way. They do not all use the same
bulb.Removethelensbycarefully
prying on the edge of the lens with
a f ingernail f ile or a small f lat-tip
screwdriver. Do not pry on the
edge of the housing around the
lens.
Use a small phillips screwdriver to
remove the lens f rom the license
plate light assembly.
Remove the bulb by pulling it
straight out. Push the new bulb
into the socket.
Reinstall the lens.
1.
2.
3. 1.
Replacing a Rear License Plate
Bulb
Replacing Bulbs in the Interior
Lights
Lights
Maint enance300
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Circuits Protected
Amps.
No. Amps.
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4
5
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7
8
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12
13
14
15
16 Sun Roof
Driver’s Power Seat Reclining
Passenger’s Power Seat Sliding
Driver’s Power Seat Sliding
Passenger’s Power Seat
Reclining
Daytime Running Light
Driver’s side Rear Power
Window
Front Passenger’s Power
Window
Front Accessory Socket
Small Light
Interior Light, Radio
Power Door Lock
Back Up
Heated Seat
Driver’s Power Window
Passenger’s Side Rear Power
Window
Fuel Pump
SRS
Heater Control, A/C Clutch
Relay, Cooling Fan Relay
Power Mirror
Daytime Running Light /Rear
Wiper
ECU(PCM),CruiseControl
OPDS
ACC Relay
Back-up Lights, Instrument
Lights
Turn Signals
IG Coil
Front Wiper
Starter Signal
15 A
10 A
7.5 A
7.5 A 10 A
15 A
7.5 A
7.5 A 10 A
7.5 A 15 A
30 A
7.5 A
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
On Canadian models 30 A
20 A
20 A
20 A
20 A
10 A
20 A
20 A
15 A
15 A
10 A
20 A
7.5 A 20 A20 A
20 A
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Specif ications
T echnical Inf ormation343
Tires Alignment Engine
Fuses
Battery Lights 60 W (HB3)
12 V
Size
Pressure60 psi (420 kPa , 4.2 kgf/cm
)
32 psi (220 kPa , 2.2 kgf/cm)
T155/90D16 110M P235/65R17 103T
Toe-in
Camber
Caster 1°88’
0°50’ 0°50’
0.00 in (0.0 mm)
0.00 in (0.0 mm)
Type
BorexStroke
Displacement
Compression ratio
Spark plugs
10.0 : 1
211.8 cu-in (3,471 cm
)
3.50 x 3.66 in (89.0 x 93.0 mm)
Interior
Under-hood
12 V 51 W (HB4)
3CP
12 V 50 CP
12 V 51 W (HB4)
12 V 2 CP (3.8 W)
12 V 24 CP (27 W)
12 V 21 W/5 W
12 V 21 CP (18 W)
12 V 3 CP
12 V 21 W
12 V 5 W
12 V 7 W 8W
5W
1.1 W
3.8 W
Capacity 12 V
12 V
12 V
12 V
12 V
12 V 65 AH/20 HR
Headlights
Front side marker lights
Front turn signal lights/
Parking lights
Fog light
Rear side marker lights
Rear turn signal/hazard lights
Stop/Taillights
Backup lights
License plate lights
High-mount brake light
Individual map lights
Cargo area light
Tailgate light
Vanity mirror light
Door light
See page337or the fuse label
attached to the dashboard.
See page337or the fuse label
attached to the inside of the fuse
box door under the dashboard.
See page336or the fuse box
cover.
Water cooled 4-stroke SOHC, V6 gasoline engine
See spark plug maintenance
section page279.
Front/Rear
Spare
Front/Rear
Spare Front
Rear
Front
Rear
Front
Front
Rear Driver’s side
Passenger’s side
High
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Fuel .194
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Fill Door and Cap .195
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Gauge .68
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Octane Requirement .194
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Oxygenated .346
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Reserve Indicator .65
........................
Tank, Filling the .195
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Fuses, Checking the .333
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Gas Mileage, Improving .200
..........................................
Gasohol .346
.........................................
Gasoline .194
...............
Fuel Reserve Indicator .65
...........................................
Gauge .68
................
Octane Requirement .194
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Tank, Filling the .195
................
Gas Station Procedures .195
Gauges
...
Engine Coolant Temperature .68
...............................................
Fuel .68
...............................
Speedometer .67
.................................
Tachometer .67
GAWR (Gross Axle Weight .......................................
Rating) .227 GCWR (Gross Combined Weight
.......................................
Rating) .227
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Gearshif t Lever Positions .212
..............................
Glass Cleaning .310
........................................
Glove Box .89
GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight
.......................................
Rating) .227
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Halogen Headlight Bulbs . 295
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Hazard Warning Flashers . 76
........................................
Headlights .72
........................................
Aiming .295
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Automatic Lighting Off . 73
............
Daytime Running Lights . 73
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High Beam Indicator . 65
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High Beams, Turning on . 72
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Low Beams, Turning on . 72
.........................
Reminder Chime .72
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Replacing Halogen Bulbs . 295
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Turning on .72
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Head Restraints .94
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Heated Mirror .106
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Heating and Cooling .122
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High Altitude, Starting at . 210.................
High-Low Beam Switch . 72
HomeLink Universal ...............................
Transmitter .188
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Hood Latch .277
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Hood, Opening the .196
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Horn .71
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Hydroplaning .225
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Identif ication Number, Vehicle . 340
Ignition ..............................................
Keys .79
...........................................
Switch .81
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Timing Control System . 349
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Immobilizer System .80
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Important Safety Precautions . 6
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Indicators, Instrument Panel . 61
..................
Individual Map Lights . 119
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Inf ant Restraint .26, 30
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Inf ant Seats .26, 30
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Inf lation, Proper Tire . 286
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Inside Mirror .104
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Inspection, Tire .288
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Instrument Panel .2 ,60
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Instrument Panel Brightness . 73
Index
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CONT INUED
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Neutral Gear Position .213
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New Vehicle Break-in .194
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NOTICE, Explanation of .i
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Numbers, Identif ication .340
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Jacking up the Vehicle .318
.......................................
Jack, Tire .315
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Jump Starting .323 ...........................
Interior Cleaning .308
...............................
Interior Lights .117
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Introduction .i
..................................................
Keys .79
.......................
Label, Certif ication .340
.................
Lane Change, Signaling .74
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Lap/Shoulder Belts .15,46
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Light Control Switch .117
.............................................
Lights .293
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Bulb Replacement .295
.......................................
Indicator .61
.......................................
Interior .117
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Parking .72
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Turn Signal .74 ....................................
Load Limits .204
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LOCK (Ignition Key Position) . 81
Locks .......
Anti-thef t Steering Column . 81
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Fuel Fill Door .195
....................................
Glove Box .89
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Lockout Prevention . 83
.................................
Power Door .82
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2Low Coolant Level .199
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Low Fuel Indicator .65
...
Low Oil Pressure Indicator . 62,327
...
Lubricant Specif ications Chart . 342
.........................................
Luggage .203 ...
Octane Requirement, Gasoline . 194
.........................................
Odometer .67
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Odometer, Trip .67
Oil ........................
Change, How to .263
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Change, When to .252
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Checking Engine .198
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Pressure Indicator . 62,327
Selecting Proper Viscosity ......................................
Chart .262
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ON (Ignition Key Position) . 82
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Operation in Foreign Countries . 347
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Outside Mirrors .104
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Maintenance .247
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Owner Maintenance Checks . 259
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Record .257-258
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Required Indicator .69
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Saf ety .248
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Schedule .252-256
.
Malf unction Indicator Lamp . 62,329
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Manual Seat Adjustments . 92
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Meters, Gauges .61
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Methanol in Gasoline . 346........................
Mirrors, Adjusting .105
Index
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