2014 Acura MDX fuses

473
uuFusesuFuse Locations
Handling the Unexpected
Located on the left side of cargo area.
Remove the cover by prying on the edge of
the cover using a flat-tip screwdriver.
uWrap the flat-tip screwdriver with a
cloth to prevent scratches.
Fuse locations are shown on the cover.
Locate the fuse in question by the fuse
number and box cover number.■Rear Fuse BoxFuse LabelFuse Box
Cover
■Circuit protected and fuse rating
Circuit Protected
Amps
1
Power Tailgate Closer
20 A
2
Trailer Small Light
*
(20 A)
3
−
−
4
Fuel Lid
7.5 A
5
Seat Slide
20 A
6
−
−
7
Rear H/Seat
*
(20 A)
8
−
−
9
Trailer Charge
*
(20 A)
10
Trailer Back Light
*
(7.5 A)
11
Trailer Hazard
*
(7.5 A)
12
Rear Wiper
10 A
13
ECU RR
7.5 A
14
−
−
15
−
−
16
−
−
17
Trailer E-Brake
*
(20 A)
18
Power Tailgate Motor
40 A
* Not available on all models

474
uuFusesuInspecting and Changing Fuses
Handling the Unexpected
Inspecting and Changing Fuses
1.Set the power mode to VEHICLE OFF
(LOCK). Turn headlights and all accessories
off.
2.Remove the fuse box cover.
3.Check the large fuse in the engine
compartment.
uIf the fuse is blown, use a Phillips-head
screwdriver to remove the screw and
replace it with a new one.
4.Inspect the small fuses in the engine
compartment and the vehicle interior.
uIf there is a burned out fuse, remove it
with the fuse puller and replace it with a
new one.
1Inspecting and Changing FusesNOTICEReplacing a fuse with one that has a higher rating
greatly increases the chances of damaging the
electrical system.
Replace fuse with a spare fuse of the same specified
amperage
Confirm the specified amperage using the charts on
P. 469 to P. 473.
There is a fuse puller on the back of the engine
compartment fuse box cover.
Combined
FuseBlown FuseFuse Puller

494Index
Fuel...................................................... 16, 383
Economy ................................................. 385
Gauge ....................................................... 97
Instant Fuel Economy ............................... 101
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 73
Range ...................................................... 101
Recommendation .................................... 383
Refueling ................................................. 383
Fuel Economy............................................ 385
Fuel Fill Cap......................................... 16, 384
Message .................................................. 466
Fuel Fill Door....................................... 16, 384
Unable to Unlock ..................................... 476
Fuses.......................................................... 469
Inspecting and Changing ......................... 474
Locations ......................... 469, 471, 472, 473GGasoline (Fuel)
Economy ................................................. 385
Gauge ....................................................... 97
Information ............................................. 383
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 73
Refueling ................................................. 383
Gauges......................................................... 97
Gear Shift Lever Positions
Automatic Transmission ........................... 329
Glass (care)................................................ 435
Glove Box.................................................. 174
HHandling the Unexpected........................ 437
HandsFreeLink® (HFL)............................... 268
Auto Answer ........................................... 282
Automatic Import of Cellular Phonebook
and Call History ..................................... 284
Automatic Transferring............................ 282
Displaying Messages................................ 297
Editing User Name................................... 281
HFL Buttons............................................. 268
HFL Menus .............................................. 270
HFL Status Display ................................... 269
Limitations for Manual Operation ............ 269
Making a Call .......................................... 288
Options During a Call .............................. 294
Phone Setup............................................ 274
Receiving a Call ....................................... 293
Receiving a Text Message/E-mail.............. 295
Ring Tone................................................ 283
Selecting a Mail Account ......................... 296
Speed Dial ............................................... 285
To Create a Security PIN .......................... 280
To Set Up a Text Message/E-mail
Options ................................................. 279
Use Contact Photo .................................. 283
Hazard Warning Button.............................. 2
HDMI Jack..................................................... 5
Head Restraints........................ 164, 165, 166
Headlight Washers................................... 152
Headlights................................................. 145
Aiming .................................................... 407Automatic Operation .............................. 146
Dimming......................................... 145, 148
Operating ............................................... 145
Heated Door Mirrors............................... 154
Heated Steering Wheel........................... 181
Heated Windshield Button...................... 154
Heater (Steering Wheel).......................... 181
Heaters (Seat)................................... 182, 183
HFL (HandsFreeLink®).............................. 268
High Beam Indicator.................................. 76
Hill Start Assist System............................. 326
HomeLink® Universal Transceiver........... 266
IIdentification Numbers............................ 482
Engine and Transmission ......................... 482
Vehicle Identification............................... 482
IDS (Integrated Dynamics System).......... 333
IDS Button................................................ 333
Illumination Control................................ 153
Button .................................................... 153
Immobilizer System.................................. 135
Indicator ................................................... 77
Indicators.................................................... 70
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with
Low Speed Follow (LSF) ................... 82, 337
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) .................... 74
Blind Spot Information (BSI) .............. 83, 362
Brake System ............................................ 70
Charging System............................... 71, 465

497Index
Rear Climate Control System................... 192
From the Front Panel............................... 192
From the Rear Panel ................................ 195
Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror
Button..................................................... 154
Rear Seats................................................. 168
Second Row Seat ............................ 168, 169
Third Row Seat ....................................... 170
Rearview Mirror....................................... 158
Refueling.................................................. 383
Fuel Gauge ............................................... 97
Gasoline ......................................... 383, 480
Low Fuel Indicator..................................... 73
Regulations.............................. 365, 420, 483
Remote Engine Start with Vehicle
Feedback................................................. 324
Checking Door Lock Status ..................... 122
Remote Transmitter................................. 117
Replacement
Battery ............................ 427, 428, 429, 430
Bulbs ...................................................... 407
Front Wiper Blade Rubber ....................... 413
Fuses .............................. 469, 471, 472, 473
Rear Wiper Blade Rubber ........................ 415
Tires........................................................ 423
Reporting Safety Defects......................... 484
Resetting a Trip Meter............................. 100SSafe Driving................................................ 25Safety Check............................................... 30
Safety Labels............................................... 67
Safety Message........................................... 23
Seat Belts..................................................... 31
Adjusting the Shoulder Anchor .................. 35
Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners.................. 33
Checking ................................................... 38
Detachable Anchor .................................... 36
e-pretensioners.......................................... 33
Fastening................................................... 34
Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/Shoulder
Seat Belt .................................................. 61
Pregnant Women ...................................... 37
Reminder................................................... 32
Warning Indicator................................ 32, 73
Seat Heaters...................................... 182, 183
Seat Ventilation........................................ 182
Seats.......................................................... 161
Adjusting................................................. 161
Driver’s Seat Lumbar Support .................. 161
Front Seats .............................................. 161
Rear Seats ............................................... 168
Seat Heaters .................................... 182, 183
Seat Ventilation ....................................... 182
Second Row Seat............................. 168, 169
Third Row Seat ........................................ 170
Second Row Outer Seats Heaters............ 183
Second Row Seat (Folding Down)........... 169
Security System......................................... 135
Immobilizer System Indicator ..................... 77
Security System Alarm Indicator ................. 78Select Lever......................................... 15, 329
Operation.......................................... 15, 330
Releasing................................................. 462
Won’t Move ............................................ 462
Selecting a Child Seat................................. 58
Sequential Shift Mode............................. 331
Setting the Clock...................................... 114
SH-AWD® (Super Handling-All Wheel
Drive
TM)................................................... 363
SH-AWD® Torque Distribution Monitor.. 102
Shift Lever........................................... 15, 329
Shift Lever Position Indicator............ 72, 330
Shifting (Transmission)............................. 329
Shoulder Anchor........................................ 35
Side Airbags................................................ 48
Side Curtain Airbags.................................. 50
Snow Tires................................................. 425
Spare Tire.......................................... 439, 481
Spark Plugs............................................... 480
Specifications............................................ 480
Specified Fuel................................... 383, 480
Speedometer.............................................. 97
Speed-sensitive Electric Power Steering
(EPS) System
Indicator............................................ 76, 467
SRS Airbags (Airbags)................................. 42
Starting the Engine.................................. 322
Does Not Start......................................... 457
Jump Starting .......................................... 460
Remote Engine Start................................ 324