2014 Acura MDX change time

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4Opening the Power Tailgate from Inside the VehiclePOWER TAILGATEThere are multiple ways to operate the power tailgate.Opening the Power Tailgate Using the Remote Transmitter• Press and hold the tailgate
button until a beep sounds.
The tailgate begins to open.
•

To close the tailgate, press thebutton again at any time.
In ANYTIME mode: Press and
hold the tailgate button for
about one second to unlock
and open the tailgate. In WHEN UNLOCKED
mode:
Press the unlock button twice
to unlock all doors and the
tailgate. Then press and hold
the tailgate button for about
one second.
The vehicle must be off with the remote in operating range. The vehicle must be in Park (P) with all doors unlocked.
Make sure the power tailgate keyless open mode is set to your preference using
the MID. See your Owner’s Manual for instructions, or see page 8
for an example
of how to change a setting.
Two-Way Keyless System RemoteStarting the EngineStopping the EngineREMOTE ENGINE STARTStart your vehicle’s engine and adjust the interior temperature using the two-way
keyless access remote before you enter the vehicle. Available with Advance Package.*
*Also available as an accessory. See your authorized Acura dealer.
ENGINE button
LOCK button
Press and hold ENGINE. The red LED stays solid for one second.
The engine will stop if it has been running for more than 10 minutes or any door is
opened without using the remote or keyless access. See your Owner’s Manual for
more conditions and information.
Operating range:
approximately 328 feet
Amber LED
Green LEDRed LED
Press LOCK, then press and hold ENGINE. The
amber LED blinks, and the green LED stays solid for
one second when the engine starts. You can repeat
this once at any time within 10 minutes of the
initial remote start for a 10-minute extension.
While remote engine start is on:
• The climate control system can warm or cool the
interior, depending on the ambient temperature.
• The security system remains on.
• Exterior lights and accessories remain off.
To start driving after you enter the vehicle, depress
the brake pedal and press ENGINE START/STOP
(see page 3).
Only use remote engine
start when the vehicle
is outdoors or in a well-
ventilated area.
If the red LED is
blinking, the remote
cannot communicate
with the vehicle or it is
out of range.
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8MULTI-INFORMATION DISPLAY (MID)Consists of several displays that provide you with useful information.
Selector
wheelTRIP
button
Main
Displays
Lower
Displays
Accessing the MID
Average/
instant fuel economy
Vehicle
settings*
Outside temperature, Odometer Outside temperature,
Trip A Outside temperature,
Trip B
Main
display
(blank)
Range Tire pressure
monitoring system
Elapsed time Oil life
Average speed Compass or
turn-by-turn directions
SH-AWD/IDS display
(if equipped)
*You can also change Vehicle Settings using the SETTINGS button on the center panel (see page 52).
Main DisplaysLower Displays
To scroll through the different
displays:
• R
oll

the selector wheel for the
main displays.
• Press TRIP for the lower displays.
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How It WorksHow It Works
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16ONE-TOUCH TURN SIGNALUse this quick and convenient method to signal a lane change.AUTO HEADLIGHTS WITH WIPER INTEGRATIONFor your convenience, your vehicle’s headlights automatically turn on when the
windshield wipers operate.• Lightly push the turn signal lever upor down for a three-blink sequence.
• For a continuous signal, push the lever up or down until it locks into
place.
Make sure your headlights
are in the AUTO position.
Turn on your windshield wipers.
The headlights also turn on.
When you turn off the
windshield wipers, the headlights
turn off shortly after.
Note: Technology and Advance
packages feature rain-sensing
wipers that operate based on the
amount of detected rainfall. Put
the lever in the AUTO position
only when driving in rainy
weather. Return the lever to the
OFF position when rain stops.
See your Owner’s Manual for
more information.
MULTI-VIEW REAR CAMERAFor added convenience, the area behind your vehicle is displayed to help you navigate
while backing up.
Turn the guideline options on or off.
Wide (default) Normal Top down
1. Press SETTINGS. Use the
interface dial to make and
enter selections.
2. Select Camera Settings.
3. Select one of the options. Fixed Guidelines: Guidelines
appear when you shift into
Reverse. Select On or Off.
Dynamic Guidelines: Guidelines
move as you turn the steering
wheel. Select On or Off.
4. Press BACK to exit the menu.
How It WorksChanging Settings • When you shift into Reverse (R), a real-time image of the area behind your
v ehicle is shown in the upper display, along with helpful parking guidelines.
• The display turns off when you shift out of Reverse.
• Press the interface dial to toggle between views.
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COLLISION MITIGATION BRAKING SYSTEM
™
(CMBS
™)
Alerts you to the possibility of a front-end collision and can help reduce the severity of
the collision if you are unable to avoid it. Visual and audible warnings depend on the
distance setting. See Forward Collision Warning on the opposite page for instructions Available with Advance Package.
CMBS Off
A beep sounds and a message
appears in the MID.
CMBS On
*Depending on the circumstances, CMBS may not go through all of the alert stages before initiating the last stage.
FORWARD COLLISION WARNING (FCW)Alerts you to the possibility of a front-end collision. Available with Technology
Package.
At 10 mph or higher, if the radar sensor in the front grille detects a vehicle in
front of you and the system determines a collision is likely, the system warns you
with visual and audible alerts.
1. Press SETTINGS. Use the interface dial to make and
enter selections.
2. Select Vehicle Settings.
3. Select Forward Collision Warning Distance.
4. Select Long, Normal, Short, or Off.
5. Press BACK to exit the menu.
If you do not brake in time
or take preventive action:
• BRAKE flashes in the MID
• a beep sounds continuously
Visual
warning
Audible
warning
Seat belt
retraction
Brake
application
Stage 1Stage 2Stage 3
Heads-up warning
timing depends on
the CMBS distance
setting.
Short
Normal
Long
Lightly applied
Lightly appliedStrongly applied Strongly applied
*You can also change these settings using the
multi-information display (see page 8).
How It Works
3 Stages of CMBS*
Changing Settings
Turning the System Off or On
Warning timing depends on
Long, Normal, or Shortsettings.
Determine the warning timing, or turn the system off.* Press and hold CMBS OFF.
A beep sounds, a message appears in the
MID, and the CMBS indicator turns on.
Flashes on the MID
FCW may not activate under certain conditions. See your Owner’s Manual for more information.
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on changing the distance setting.

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ACURALINK
®: NEXT GENERATION
Experience assistive, convenience, and connectivity features through AcuraLink
Connected Services. Visit owners.acura.comfor more information and pricing options.
All packages require enrollment and a privacy agreement. Available with Technology
and Advance Packages.
Standard Package
• Automatic collision notification
• Security alarm notification
• Car finder
• Remote door locking and unlocking
• Stolen vehicle locator
• Additional navigation map and routing features
• Vehicle condition and diagnostics
• Enhanced roadside assistance Connect Package
Subscription-based service. Features include Connect Package, plus:
• Business and personal concierge services (via LINK)
Note: Available features can change at any time. Visit owners.acura.com for
the most current information. Premium Package
Complimentary for the first three years of vehicle ownership. Features include:
Subscription-based service. Notifications for certain features can be sent to
you via SMS text, e-mail, or call recordings. Standard data rates apply.
Features include Standard Package, plus:
Press LINK to search and send
points of interest (POI) to the
navigation system, or to
request roadside assistance.
Press ASSIST to connect to
emergency services.
Package Options • Continuously updated surface street and highway traffic (see page 33)
•F

eature Guide, Quick Tips, and general messages about your vehicle
• Maintenance Minder
• Dealer appointment scheduling (with participating dealers)
Ultrawide Rear Entertainment System
Play two different media sources side by side on an ultrawide rear screen.
Available with A

dvance Package.One screen can play a media source from the front audio system (FM, HDD,
DVD, etc.). The other screen can play a media source from rear AUX or HDMI
input (external DVD player, video game console, etc.).
Operating Dual Screen Mode
1. On the remote control, press DUAL. (Press SINGLE to return to one screen.)
2. F

ollow the onscreen prompts to select which side the second media source
plays on.
3. On the remote control, press SOURCE to select a media source.
4. Press
() ( ) (
 ) (
 )
or rotate the round dial to navigate the menu options.
Press ENTER to make a selection.
Changing the Sound Source
While in dual screen mode, you can switch the sound source of the wireless
headphones between the left

or right screen.
HDMI
inputAux
input AC
Power
Slide the tab to L
for the left side or
R for the right side.
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