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ADVANCED TECHNOLOGY GUIDEThis Advanced Technology Guide is designed to help you get
acquainted with your new Acura MDX and provide basic
instructions on some of its technology and convenience features.
This guide is not intended to be a substitute for the Owner’s
Manual. For more detailed information on vehicle controls and
operation, please refer to the respective sections in the Owner’s
Manual or Navigation Manual.
As with the Owner’s Manual, this guide covers all trim levels of the
Acura MDX. Therefore, you may find descriptions of equipment
and features that are not on your particular vehicle.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Keyless Access System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\
. . . . . . . . . .2
Power Tailgate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Remote Engine Start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\
. . . . . . . . . . . .5
Instrument Panel Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\
. . . . .6
Multi-Information Display (MID) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\
.8
Auto Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\
. . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Driving Position Memory System (DPMS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Integrated Dynamics System (IDS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
HomeLink® . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Reverse Tilt Door Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\
. . . . . . .15
Second-Row Seats with One-Touch Access . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
One-Touch Turn Signal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\
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Auto Headlights with Wiper Integration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
Multi-View Rear Camera . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\
. . . . . . .17
Lane Departure Warning (LDW) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\
.18
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
Blind Spot Information (BSI) System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
Parking Sensor System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\
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Forward Collision Warning (FCW) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
Collision Mitigation Braking System™ (CMBS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed Follow . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
On-Demand Multi-Use Display™ (ODMD™) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26
Color Information Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\
. . . . . .28
Voice Recognition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\
. . . . . . . . . . . . .29
Navigation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32
Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink® (HFL) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35
SMS Text Messaging and E-Mail . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\
.40
Basic Audio Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\
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Bluetooth® Audio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\
. . . . . . . . . . . . .42
iPod® or USB Flash Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\
. . . . . . .43
Hard Disc Drive (HDD) Audio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\
. . .44
Song by Voice™ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45
Pandora® . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46
AcuraLink featuring Aha™ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\
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Rear Entertainment System (RES) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48
AcuraLink®: Next Generation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\
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Settings for Your Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\
. . . . . . .52
Acura Owners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\
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Safety Reminder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\
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Fuel Recommendation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\
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Multi-Information
Display
p. 8
Voice
Recognition
p. 29
Navigation
p. 32
On-Demand Multi-Use
Display
TM
p. 26
Bluetooth®
HandsFreeLink®
p. 35
Advance Package shown throughout guide, unless otherwise indicated
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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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\bNSTRUMENT PANEL \bND\bCAT\fRS
Briefly appear with each engine start. Red and amber indicators a\Nre most critical. Blue
and green indicators are used for general information. See your Owner’s \fanual for
more information.
If an indicator remains on, there may be a problem; see your dealer.
Charging system
Low brake fluid, Brake system
Low oil pressure
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA®)
\falfunction indicator lamp(check engine light)
Tire Pressure \fonitoring System
(TP\fS) (blinks)
Collision \fitigation Braking
SystemT\f(C\fBST\f)*
Super \bandling
AllWheel Drive (S\bAWD)*
SRS(Supplemental Restraint System)
ABS (Antilock Brake System)Blind Spot Information (BSI)*
Brake system (hydraulic)
Electric Power Steering
Keyless Access System
PASSENGER AIRBAG \fFF
(next to display)
VSA \fFF
BSI* off
Immobilizer (blinks):
Use other vehicle key and see dealer
Exterior lights on
Turn signals/hazards onCRUISE
CONTROLCRUISE CONTROL on
CRUISE
MAINCRUISE \fAIN on
\bigh beams on
*if equipped
Action is needed by driver.
Parking brake on:
Release\fessage indicator:
See M\bD
Low tire pressure (stays on):
Add air
Seat belt reminder:
Fasten seat belt(s)Low fuel:
Refill
C\fBS* off
FCW* off
Lane Keeping Assist System* onAdaptive Cruise Control* on
Lane Departure Warning (LDW)*
Forward Collision Warning
(FCW)*
Malfunction \bndicatorsCondition \bndicators
\fn/\fff \bndicators
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How It Works
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14HOMELINK
®
Press and hold the button on the
remote and the HomeLink button at
the same time. Then, while
continuing to hold the HomeLink
button, press and release the button
on the remote every 2 seconds.Does the LED blink at a faster rate within 20 seconds?
Press and hold
the HomeLink
button again. Training
complete
YES
NO
HomeLink indicator
flashes for 2 seconds,
then remains on. HomeLink LED
remains on.
YES
NO
YES
NO
Position the remote transmitter you
wish to link 1–3 inches from the
HomeLink button you want to program.
1
Press and hold the desired HomeLink
button and the button on the remote
transmitter.Does the HomeLink indicator (LED) blink at a
faster rate after about 10 seconds?
2a
The remote has a rolling code.
Press the “learn” button on the
remote-controlled device (e.g.,
garage door opener).
Press the programmed HomeLink
button again; the remote-controlled
device should operate.
Within 30 seconds, press and hold
the programmed HomeLink button
for 2 seconds.
a
Press and hold the programmed
HomeLink button for about a
second.Does the device (garage door opener) work?
3b45
Program your vehicle to operate up to three remote-controlled devices around your
home, such as garage doors, lighting, or home security systems.
If you have any problems programming HomeLink, see the owner’s manual
included with the device you are trying to program, call HomeLink at
(800) 355-3515, or visit www.homelink.com .
REVERSE TILT DOOR MIRRORSWhen you shift into Reverse (R), you can tilt either outside door mirror down slightly
to improve your view as you parallel park. Shifting out of Reverse returns the tilted
mirror to its original position.
Training a Button
How It Works
• To tilt the driver’s door mirr or, move the mirror
selector switch to the left
(L) position.
• To tilt the passenger’s side door mirror, move the
mirror selector switch to
the right (R) position.
• To turn the feature off, move the switch to the
middle position.
SECOND-ROW SEATS WITH ONE-TOUCH ACCESSMove the second-row seats forward easily using one button to access the third-row
seats when the vehicle is stopped.
Press the button to move the
seat forward.
Push the seat back until it
locks into place to return it to
its original position.
From the back of the second-row seatsFrom the side of the second-row seats
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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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18LANE DEPARTURE WARNING (LDW)Alerts you if your vehicle begins to move out of a detected lane without the turn signal
activated. Available with Technology and Advance Packages.
A camera mounted between the windshield and the rearview mirror determines
if your vehicle begins to move away from the center of a detected lane while
driving between 40 –90 mph.Press LDW to turn the system on or off. A green indicator light appears on the
button when the system is on.LDW may not activate under certain conditions. See your Owner’s Manual for more information.LKAS may not activate under certain conditions. Do not use LKAS when towing a trailer.
See your Owner’s Manual for more information.
LANE KEEPING ASSIST SYSTEM (LKAS)Alerts you if your vehicle begins to move out of a detected lane and assists with
steering operation. Available with Advance Package.
A camera mounted between the windshield and the rearview mirror determines
if your vehicle begins to move away from the center of a detected lane while
driving between 45–90 mph.
1. Press MAIN. LKAS appears in the MID.
2. Press the LKAS button. Lane
outlines appear in the MID.
Dotted lane lines turn solid
when the system operates.
Press MAIN or the LKAS button
to turn the system off.
If you cross a detected lane line without using your turn signal,
a message appears on the MID and a beep sounds.
How It Works
How It Works
Turning the System On or Off
Turning the System On or Off
If you cross a detected lane line without using your turn signal, a message
appears on the MID and a beep sounds.
Additionally, a small amount of steering torque is applied to keep your
vehicle in the center of the lane. Keep your hands on the steering wheel and
steer the vehicle as necessary to remain in the center of the lane.
Steer the vehicle to remain in the center of the lane.
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When the system senses an object, an indicator appears on the upper display
and a series of beeps sound. As you get closer to the object, the beep rate
increases.
Corner sensors
Within 24 in. (60 cm)
Rear center sensors
Within 59 in. (150 cm)
PARKING SENSOR SYSTEMWarns you of the proximity between your vehicle and nearby objects when parking or
backing up. Available with Advance Package.
BLIND SPOT INFORMATION (BSI) SYSTEMAssists you in determining if there are detected vehicles in your blind spots. Available
with Technology and Advance Packages.
When a vehicle is detected in
your blind spot, the blind spot
indicator turns on and stays lit
until the area is clear.
When your turn signal is on
and a vehicle is detected, the
blind spot indicator blinks and
a beep sounds until the area is
clear or the turn signal is off.
Press the parking sensor button. A green indicator light appears on the button
and a beep sounds when the system is on.
* You can also change these settings using the
multi-information display (see page 8).
How It Works
How It WorksTurning the System On or Off
Changing SettingsMinimum operating speed: 20 mphA radar sensor under each corner of the rear bumper alerts you to a detected
vehicle in your left or right blind spots.
Choose alert types, or turn the system off.*
1. Press SETTINGS. Use the interface dial to make and
enter selections.
2. Select Vehicle Settings.
3. Select Blind Spot Info.
4. Select an alert type or Off.
5. Press BACK to exit the menu.
Indicators light
where the sensor
detects an obstacle
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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.