2007 Acura MDX brake

If you have a f lat tire while driving,
stop in a saf e place to change it.
Drive slowly along the shoulder until
you get to an exit or an area to stop
that is far away from the traffic lanes.Park the vehicle on f irm, level, and
non-slippery ground. Put the
transmission in Park. Apply the
parking brake. Turn on the hazard warning lights,
and turn the ignition switch to the
LOCK (0) position. Have all
passengers get out of the vehicle
while you change the tire.
Open the tailgate.Push the rear edge of the handle
to raise the handle loop and pull up
the loop to raise the cargo area
f loor.
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Changing a Flat Tire
T aking Care of t he Unexpect ed
419
JACK
TOOLS SPARE TIRE
CARGO AREA
FLOOR
The vehicle can easily roll off
the jack, seriously injuring
anyone underneath.
Follow the directions for
changing a tire exactly, and
never get under the vehicle
when it is supported only by the
jack.
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Use the extension and the wheel
nut wrench as shown to raise the
vehicle until the f lat tire is of f the
ground.
Remove the wheel nuts, then
remove the f lat tire.Bef ore mounting the spare tire,
wipe any dirt of f the mounting
surface of the wheel and hub with
a clean cloth. Wipe the hub
carefully;itmaybehotfrom
driving.
Place the jack under the jacking
point nearest the tire you need to
change. Turn the end bracket
clockwise until the top of the jack
contacts the jacking point. Make
sure the jacking point tab is
restinginthejacknotch.
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14.15.
Changing a Flat Tire
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EXTENSION
BRAKE HUB
WHEEL NUT WRENCH
JACKING POINT
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Are you using the proper starting
procedure? Refer to
on page .
Do you have fuel? Check the fuel
gauge; the warning indicator may
not be working.
There may be an electrical
problem, such as no power to the
fuel pump. Check all the fuses
(see page ).
Ifyoufindnothingwrong,youwill
need a qualified technician to find
the problem. See
on page . Although this seems like a simple
procedure, you should take several
precautions.
You cannot start your vehicle by
pushing or pulling it.
Put the transmission in neutral or
Park, and set the parking brake. Turn of f all the electrical acces-
sories: heater, A/C, climate
control, audio system, lights, etc. Open the hood, and check the
physical condition of the battery.
In very cold weather, check the
condition of the electrolyte. If it
seems slushy or f rozen, do not try
jump starting until it thaws.
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2.
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Starting the
Engine
Emergency
Towing Jump Starting
If the Engine Won’t Start, Jump Starting
To Jump Start Your Vehicle:
426
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.
If a battery sits in extreme cold, the
electrolyte inside can f reeze.
Attempting to jump start with a f rozen
battery can cause it to rupture.
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If you see steam and/or spray
coming f rom under the hood, turn
of f the engine. Wait until you see
no more signs of steam or spray,
then open the hood.
If you do not see steam or spray,
leave the engine running, and
watch the temperature gauge. If
the high heat is due to overloading,
the engine should start to cool
down almost immediately. If it
does, wait until the temperature
gauge comes down to the midpoint,
then continue driving.
The pointer of your vehicle’s
temperature gauge should stay in
the midrange. If it climbs to the red
mark, you should determine the
reason.
If the vehicle overheats, you should
take immediate action. The only
indication may be the temperature
gauge climbing to or above the red
mark. Or you may see steam or
spray coming f rom under the hood.
Saf ely pull to the side of the road.
Put the transmission in Park, and
set the parking brake. Turn of f all
accessories, and turn on the
hazard warning lights.
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2.
3.
If theEngineOverheats
428
Steam and spray from an
overheated engine can
seriously scald you.
Do not open the hood if steam
is coming out.
Driving with the temperature gauge
pointer at the red mark can cause
serious damage to the engine.
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The brake system indicator
norm ally comes on when
you turn the ignition switch
to the ON (II) position, and
as a reminder to check the
parking brake. It will stay
on if you do not fully
release the parking brake.
If the brake system indicator comes
on while driving, the brake fluid level
is probably low. Press lightly on the
brake pedal to see if it feels normal.
If it does, check the brake fluid level
thenexttimeyoustopataservice
station (see page ). Slow
down by shifting to a lower
gear, and pull to the side of the road
when it is safe. Because of the long
distance needed to stop, it is
hazardous to drive the vehicle. You
should have it towed, and repaired as
soon as possible.
If you must drive the vehicle a short
distance in this condition, drive
slowly and carefully.
If the ABS indicator and the VSA
system indicator come on with the
brake system indicato r, have your
vehicle inspected by your dealer
immediately.
You will also see a ‘‘CHECK BRAKE
SYSTEM’’ message on the multi-
inform ation display (see page ).
If
the fluid level is low, take the
vehicle to your dealer and have the
brake system inspected for leaks or
worn brake pads.
However, if the brake pedal does not
feel normal, you should take
immediate action. A problem in one
part of the system’s dual circuit
design will still give you braking at
two wheels. You will feel the brake
pedal go down much farther before
the vehicle begins to slow down, and
you will have to press harder on the
pedal.
You will also see a ‘‘LOW BRAKE
FLUI D’’ message on the multi-
info rmation display (see page ).
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Brake System Indicator
Brake System Indicator
432
Canada
U.S.
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No.
No. Amps. Circuits Protected Amps. Circuits Protected
35
36
37
38
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
1
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
31
32
33
34 120 A
30 A
40 A
40 A
40 A
40 A
60 A
40 A
60 A
50 A Main f use
Not Used
Not Used
Not Used
Rear Blower Motor
ABS VSA
Trailer Main
Power Seats, Driver’s
Position Memory System,
Subwoofer
Front Heated Seat, TPMS,
Moonroof , Driver’s Lumber
Support
Not Used
Fog Lights, Front Blower
Motor
Headlights, Daytime
Running Lights
Cooling Fan, Condenser Fan,
MG Clutch, Headlight
Washer
Ignition Switch Main 50 A
60 A
30 A
40 A
30 A
30 A
7.5 A 15 A
15 A
20 A
20 A
20 A
20 A Power Window
SH-AWD, Power Tailgate
Open/Closer, Rear ACC
Socket, Cargo Area Light,
Rear Defroster
ECU (PCM)
Not Used
Audio, Door Lock, Interior
Lights
Not Used
Not Used
Active Damper Control Unit
Audio Amplifier
Rear Entertainment System
Hazard
Horn, Stop
ABS VSA
Trailer (Brake)
Rear Heated Seat
A/C Inverter
: Canadian model
Fuse Locations
440
PRIMARY UNDER-HOOD FUSE BOX
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Select a nearby lightly traveled
major highway where you can
maintain a speed of 50 to 60 mph
f or at least 20 minutes. Drive on
the highway in D. Do not use the
cruise control. When traf f ic allows,
drive f or 90 seconds without
moving the accelerator pedal.
(Vehicle speed may vary slightly;
this is okay.) If you cannot do this
f or a continuous 90 seconds
because of traf f ic conditions, drive
f or at least 30 seconds, then repeat
it two more times (f or a total of 90
seconds).Make sure the vehicle has been
parked with the engine off for 30
minutes.
If the testing f acility determines the
readiness codes are still not set, see
your dealer.
Then drive in city/suburban
traffic for at least 10 minutes.
When traf f ic conditions allow, let
the vehicle coast f or several
seconds without using the
accelerator pedal or the brake
pedal.
State Emissions T esting
Technical Inf ormation
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BatteryCharging System ...........................
Indicator . 65, 430
............................
Jump Starting .426
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Maintenance .415
............................
Specif ications .447
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Bef ore Driving .315
....................................
Belts,Seat .8,20
.........................
Beverage Holders .161
..................................
Booster Seats .55
Brakes ...........
Anti-lock System (ABS) . 349 .............
Break-in, New Linings . 316
...........................................
Fluid .395
....................
Bulb Replacement .400
.......................................
Parking .151
.................
System Indicator . 65, 432
........................
Wear Indicators .348
.............................
Braking System .348
.................
Break-in, New Vehicle . 316
Brightness Control, ...............................
Instruments .123
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Brights, Headlights .118
Bulb Replacement ..........................
Back-up Lights .401
..............................
Brake Lights .400
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Front Parking Lights . 398
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Front Side Marker Lights . 398
.................................
Headlights .397
.................................
Rear Bulbs .400
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Specif ications .447
....................
Turn Signal Lights . 398
..............................
Bulbs, Halogen .397
...
Accessories and Modif ications . 322
ACCESSORY (Ignition Key .....................................
Position) .129
............
Accessory Power Sockets . 164
...........................
AC Power Outlet .165
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Active Damper System . 353
.....................................
Acura Link .303
....................
Additives, Engine Oil . 388
...............................
Airbag (SRS) .9, 24
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Air Conditioning System . 168
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Rear A/C Control .173
.......................
Air Outlets (Vents) .175
.......................
Air Pressure, Tires .410
......................................
Antif reeze .390
Anti-lock Brakes (ABS) ....................
Indicator Light . 66, 349
...................................
Operation .349
..............
Anti-thef t, Audio System . 231
Anti-thef t Steering Column ............................................
Lock .129
................
Audio System . 178, 179, 198
Auto Control Mode, Starting ........................................
Engine .331
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Automatic Climate Control . 168.......................
Automatic Lighting .119
...
Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners . 22
.............
Automatic Speed Control . 266
..............
Automatic Transmission . 333
..........................
Capacity, Fluid .446
...............
Checking Fluid Level . 393
.......................................
Shif ting .333
Shif t Lever Position ...............................
Indicators .333
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Shif t Lever Positions . 334
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Shif t Lock Release . 338
Index
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