2012 Acura MDX ignition

The security system helps to protect
your vehicle and valuables from
theft. The horn sounds and a
combination of headlights, position
lights, side marker lights and
taillights flashes if someone attempts
to break into your vehicle or remove
the audio unit. This alarm continues
for two minutes, then the system
resets. To deactivate the system
before the two minutes have elapsed,
unlock the driver's door with the key
or the remote transmitter.
The security system automatically
sets 15 seconds after you lock the
doors, hood, and tailgate. For the
system to activate, you must lock the
doors from the outside with the key,
or use driver's lock tab, door lock
master switch, or remote transmitter.
The security system indicator on the
instrument panel starts blinking
immediately to show you the system
is setting itself.
Once the security system sets,
opening any door, tailgate, or hood
without using the key or the remote
transmitter, will cause the alarm to
activate. It also activates if the
ignition switch is turned to the ON
(II) position, the audio unit is
removed from the dashboard or the
wiring is cut.The security system does not set if
any door, the tailgate, or hood is not
fully closed. Before you leave the
vehicle, make sure the doors, tailgate
and hood are securely closed.
To see if the system sets after you
exit the vehicle, press the LOCK
button on the remote transmitter
within five seconds. If the system is
set, the horn will beep once.
Do not attempt to alter this system or
add other devices to it.
SECURITY SYSTEM INDICATOR
Security System
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Driving on a mountainous road, or
driving off road for extended
periods.
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Abrupt steering wheel movement.
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When the ABS or VSA is activated.
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When the VSA indicator comes on.
If ACC is canceled by any these
conditions, wait until the condition
improves, then press the RES/
ACCEL button to restore ACC. When
you do this, the vehicle will resume
its set cruising speed.
If you turn the ignition switch to the
ACCESSORY (I) or LOCK (0)
position after ACC was automatically
canceled, the set speed is erased,
and you must enter it again (see page
353).ACC Indicator
The ACC amber indicator normally
comes on for a few seconds when
you turn the ignition switch to the
ON (II) position. If it comes on at any
other time, there is a problem in the
ACC system. If this happens, take
the vehicle to your dealer to have it
checked.
The ACC system cannot be used
while this amber indicator is on.
ACC INDICATOR
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Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)
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Features

How to Use HFLThe ignition switch must be in the ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) position.
‘‘Phone Setup’’
‘‘Call’’or‘‘Dial’’ Press HFL
Talk button‘‘Pair’’
‘‘Edit’’
‘‘Delete’’
‘‘List’’
‘‘Status’’
‘‘Next Phone’’
‘‘Set Pairing
Code’’
‘‘123-555-＃＃＃＃’’
‘‘Jim Smith’’Enter desired phone number (See page 374)
Once a phonebook entry is stored, you can say a name here.
(See page 374)Set the pairing code to a‘‘Fixed’’or‘‘Random’’number
(See page 374) Search for another previously paired phone to link to
(See page 374)Hear which paired phone is currently linked to the system
(See page 373)Hear a list of all phones paired to the system (See page 373) Delete a paired phone from the system (See page 373) E
Editthenameofapairedphone(Seepage372)Pair a phone to the system (See page 372)
Press and release the HFL Talk button each time you give a command.
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HandsFreeLink
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To change from the currently linked
phone to another paired phone:Press and release the HFL Talk
button before a command.
1. Say‘‘Phone setup.’’
2. Say‘‘Next phone’’after the
prompts.
3. HFL disconnects the linked phone
and searches for another paired
phone.
4. Once another phone is found, it is
linked to the system. HFL will
inform you which phone is now
linked.
If no other phones are found or
paired, HFL will inform you that the
original phone is linked again.
To change the pairing code setting:Press and release the HFL Talk
button before a command.
1. Say‘‘Phone setup.’’
2. Say‘‘Set pairing code’’after the
prompts.
3. If you want HFL to create a
random code each time you pair a
phone, say‘‘Random.’’If you want
to choose your own 4-digit code to
be used each time, say‘‘Fixed’’
and follow the HFL prompts.Making a Call
You can make calls using a name in
the HFL phonebook or any phone
number. You can also redial the last
number called.
HFL uses a Class 2 Bluetooth, which
means the maximum range between
your phone and vehicle is 30 feet (10
meters).
During a call, HFL allows you to talk
up to 30 minutes after you remove
the key from the ignition switch.
However, this may weaken the
vehicle's battery.
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HandsFreeLink
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To select either a ring tone or a
prompt as the incoming call
notification
ᤳ:
Press and release the HFL Talk
button before a command.
1. Say‘‘System setup.’’
2. Say‘‘Call notification’’after the
prompts.
3. Follow the HFL prompts and say
‘‘Ring tone’’or‘‘Prompt.’’You can
also say‘‘Off’’for no audible
incoming call notification.
ᤳ: The default setting is a ring tone.
To activate or deactivate the auto
transfer function:If you get into the vehicle while you
are on the phone, the call can be
automatically transferred to HFL
with the ignition switch in the
ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) position.
Press and release the HFL Talk
button before a command.
1. Say‘‘System setup.’’
2. Say‘‘Auto transfer’’after the
prompts.
3. HFL will let you know if auto
transfer is on or off, depending on
the previous setting. Follow the
HFL prompts to change the
setting.
To clear the system:This operation clears the passcodes,
paired phones, and all names in the
HFL phonebook data.
Press and release the HFL Talk
button before a command.
1. Say‘‘System setup.’’
2. Say‘‘Clear’’after the prompts.
3. Follow the HFL prompts to
continue to complete the clearing
procedure.
You can also clear the system when
you have forgotten the passcode and
cannot access HFL. When HFL asks
you for the passcode, say‘‘System
clear.’’Paired phones, all names in
the HFL phonebook data will be lost.
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HandsFreeLink
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How to Use HFL
The ignition switch must be in the ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) position.
‘‘Cellular
Phone’’
‘‘Phone
Setup’’
‘‘Delete’’ ‘‘Delete Phone’’
Delete a previously paired phone. (See page 391) Set a‘‘Fixed’’or‘‘Random’’pass-key
code for phone pairing. (See page 391)
Create a user name for a paired phone. (See page 392)
‘‘Name’’ ‘‘Setup
Bluetooth
Phone’’
Delete a user name and settings for
a paired phone. (See page 393) Pair your phone to the system. (See page 390)
‘‘Pair Phone’’
Create a PIN number for a paired phone. (See page 393) ‘‘Search
for Next
Phone’’
‘‘Edit User/PIN’’
‘‘PIN’’ ‘‘Pass-Key’’
Voice commands can be used for all above options. Voice commands for the HFL system can only be used
from the Cellular Phone screen. To quickly access the Cellular Phone screen, press the Pick-Up button on
the steering wheel. Press and release the Talk button each time you give a command.
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Switch from a currently linked phone to another paired phone. (See page 392)Bluetooth
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HandsFreeLink
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To delete a speed dial number:1. Select‘‘Edit Speed Dial’’from the
Phone Setup screen.
2. Select‘‘Delete Speed Dial.’’
3. Select the number you want to
delete, and select‘‘OK.’’
Delete Imported PhonebookThis option deletes the entire
phonebook of the currently linked
cell phone. Follow the confirmation
and notification screens.Making a Call
You can make calls by inputting any
phone number, using the imported
phonebook, using the call history, or
with speed dial entries.
During a call, HFL allows you to talk
up to 30 minutes after you remove
the key from the ignition switch.
However, this may weaken the
vehicle's battery.
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Bluetooth
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HandsFreeLink
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On models without navigation systemYou can turn the camera display on
and off by pressing the power button
when the shift lever is in reverse.
The camera display turns on
everytime you shift to reverse, even if
you turned it off the last time.
Whenever you shift to reverse (R)
with the ignition switch in the ON
(II) position, the rearview appears on
a display in the rearview mirror.
For the best picture, always keep the
rearview camera clean, and do not
cover the camera lens. To avoid
scratching the lens when you clean
it, use a moist, soft cloth.
Since the rearview camera display
area is limited, you should always
back up slowly and carefully, and
look behind you for obstacles.If the engine has just been started, it
may take a short time for the system
to display the rearview.
The camera display brightness is
adjusted automatically by sensors. If
you use the camera display
continuously at high temperatures,
the image will gradually dim.
The rearview mirror will be hot when
you use the camera display for an
extended period of time.
If a bright light (such as sunlight) is
reflected on the mirror, the image
may be difficult to see.
REARVIEW CAMERA DISPLAY
POWER BUTTON
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