2014 Acura MDX maintenance

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uuGauges and Multi-Information Display (MID)uMID
Instrument Panel
Exit
Door SetupIDS SetupDefault AllLighting Setup
Key And Remote Unlock Mode
Auto Door LockAuto Door Unlock
Keyless Lock Answer BackSecurity Relock Timer
Interior Light Dimming Time
Headlight Auto Off TimerAuto Light Sensitivity
Roll
PushPush
RollRollRollRoll
Roll
Roll
Power Tailgate Setup
Push
Power Open By Outer Handle
Keyless Open Mode
Push
Maintenance Info.
Roll
Push
Preferred IDS Mode
RollRollRoll

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uuGauges and Multi-Information Display (MID)uMID
Instrument Panel
*1: Default SettingSetup Group Customizable Features Description Selectable SettingsPower
Tailgate
Setup
Power Open By Outer
Handle
Changes the setting to open power tailgate by
tailgate outer handle.
On (Power/Manual)
*1/Off
(Manual Only)
Keyless Open Mode
Changes the keyless setting for when the power
tailgate opens.
Anytime
*1/When Unlocked
IDS Setup
Preferred IDS Mode
Changes the IDS mode setting for when you set the
power mode to ON.
Last Used
*1/Comfort/Normal/
Sport
Maintenance
Info.
Maintenance Reset
Resets/Cancels the engine oil life display when you
have performed the maintenance service.
Cancel/Reset
Default All—Cancels/Resets all the customized settings as
default.Cancel/Set

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uuAudio Error MessagesuPandora®
Features
Error Message
Solution
Unable to save rating.
Unable to save bookmark.
or
Unable to skip.
Appears when the commanded operation is failed. Try again later.
No data
Appears when no data is available with Pandora® activated.
Reboot the app and reconnect the device.
Unsupported
Appears when Pandora® version is not supported. Update
Pandora® to the latest version.
PANDORA system maintenance.
Appears when the Pandora® server is in maintenance. Try again
later.
Cannot connect to PANDORA. When stopped, make sure
PANDORA is running on the phone.
For iPhone, set connection priority to USB and reconnect.
Appears when Pandora® is unable to play music. Check your
device.

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uuCustomized Featuresu
Continued
Features


Default

Fixed GuidelineDynamic Guideline


Default
Sound
Source Select Popup
Cover Art
*1
Connect Bluetooth Audio Device
*1
Bluetooth Device List
*1
Audio
Settings

Maintenance Reset
Maintenance Info.

Power Tailgate Keyless Open ModePower Tailgate Open by Outer Handle
Power
Tailgate
Setup

Camera
Settings
Preferred IDS Mode
IDS Setup

Key And Remote Unlock ModeKeyless Lock Answer BackSecurity Relock TimerAuto Door LockAuto Door Unlock


Door
Setup
*1: May change depending on your currently selected source.

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uuCustomized Featuresu
Features
*1:Default SettingSetup
GroupCustomizable Features Description Selectable Settings
Vehicle
Settings
Power
Tailgate
Setup
Power Tailgate Keyless
Open ModeChanges the keyless setting for when the power
tailgate opens.Anytime
*1/When
Unlocked
Power Tailgate Open by
Outer HandleSelects whether to enable the power tailgate
open operation using the tailgate outer handle. Off (Manual Only)/
On (Power/
Manual)*1
IDS
SetupPreferred IDS ModeChanges the IDS mode setting for when you set
the power mode to ON.Last Used
*1/Comfort/
Normal/Sport
Mainte-
nance
Info.Maintenance ResetResets the engine oil life display when you have
performed the maintenance service.—
DefaultCancels/Resets all customized items in the
Vehicle Settings group as default.Default/OK
Camera
Settings
Guide-
lines
Fixed Guideline
Selects whether the fixed guidelines come on the
rear camera monitor.
On
*1/Off
Dynamic Guideline
Selects whether the dynamic guidelines come on
the rear camera monitor.
On
*1/Off
Default
Cancels/Resets all customized items in the
Camera Settings group as default.
Default/OK

304Driving
Before DrivingDriving PreparationCheck the following items before you start driving.
•Make sure there are no obstructions on the windows, door mirrors, exterior
lights, or other parts of the vehicle.
uRemove any frost, snow, or ice.
uRemove any snow on the roof, as this can slip down and obstruct your field of
vision while driving. If frozen solid, remove ice once it has softened.
uWhen removing ice from around the wheels, be sure not to damage the wheel
or wheel components.
•Make sure the hood is securely closed.
uIf the hood opens while driving, your front view will be blocked.
•Make sure the tires are in good condition.
uCheck air pressure, check for damage and excessive wear.
2Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 417
•Make sure there are no people or objects behind or around the vehicle.
uThere are blind spots from the inside.■Exterior Checks
1Exterior ChecksNOTICEWhen doors are frozen shut, use warm water around
the door edges to melt any ice. Do not try to force
them open, as this can damage the rubber trim
around the doors. When done, wipe dry to avoid
further freezing.
Do not pour warm water into the key cylinder.
You will be unable to insert key if the water freezes in
the hole.
Heat from the engine and exhaust can ignite
flammable materials left under the hood, causing a
fire. If you’ve parked your vehicle for an extended
period, inspect and remove any debris that may have
collected, such as dried grass and leaves that have
fallen or have been carried in for use as a nest by a
small animal.
Also check under the hood for leftover flammable
materials after you or someone else has performed
maintenance on your vehicle.

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uuOff-Highway Driving GuidelinesuAvoiding Trouble
Driving
Avoiding Trouble•Check Out Your Vehicle before you leave the pavement and make sure that all
scheduled maintenance has been completed. Pay special attention to the
condition of the tires, and check the tire pressures.
•Remember the route you choose presents limits (too steep or bumpy), you have
limits (driving skill and comfort), and your vehicle has limits (traction, stability, and
power). Failing to recognize these limits will likely put you and your passengers in
a hazardous situation.
•Accelerating and Braking should be done slowly and gradually. Trying to start
or stop too fast can cause a loss of traction and you could lose control.
•Avoiding Obstacles and Debris in the road reduces the likelihood of a rollover
or damage to your suspension or other components.
•Driving on Slopes increases your risk of a rollover, particularly if you attempt to
drive across a slope that is too steep. Going straight up or down a slope is usually
the safest. If you can’t clearly see all conditions or obstacles on a slope, walk it
before you drive it. If there is any doubt whether you can safely pass, don’t try it.
Find another route. If you get stuck when climbing, do not try to turn around.
Back down slowly following the same route you took up the hill.
•Crossing a Stream - Avoid driving through deep water. If you encounter water
in your route (a small stream or large puddle, for example), evaluate it carefully
before going ahead. Make sure it is shallow, flowing slowly, and has firm ground
underneath. If you are not sure of the depth or the ground, turn around and find
another route. Driving through deep water can also damage your vehicle. The
water can get into the transmission and differential, diluting the lubricant and
causing an eventual failure. It can also wash the grease out of the wheel bearings.
•If You Get Stuck, carefully go in the direction that you think will get you
unstuck. Do not spin the tires as this will only make things worse and could
damage the transmission. If you are unable to free yourself, your vehicle will need
to be towed. Front and rear tow hooks are provided for this purpose.

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uuWhen DrivinguTire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) - Required Federal Explanation
Driving
Please note that the TPMS is not a substitute for proper tire
maintenance, and it is the driver’s responsibility to maintain
correct tire pressure, even if under-inflation has not reached the
level to trigger illumination of the TPMS low tire pressure telltale.
Your vehicle has also been equipped with a TPMS malfunction
indicator to indicate when the system is not operating properly.
The TPMS malfunction indicator is combined with the low tire
pressure telltale. When the system detects a malfunction, the
telltale will flash for approximately one minute and then remain
continuously illuminated. This sequence will continue upon
subsequent vehicle start-ups as long as the malfunction exists.
When the malfunction indicator is illuminated, the system may
not be able to detect or signal low tire pressure as intended.
TPMS malfunctions may occur for a variety of reasons, including
the installation of replacement or alternate tires or wheels on the
vehicle that prevent the TPMS from functioning properly.
Always check the TPMS malfunction telltale after replacing one or
more tires or wheels on your vehicle to ensure that the
replacement or alternate tires and wheels allow the TPMS to
continue to function properly.