2014 Acura MDX steering wheel

uuAudio System Basic OperationuPlaying AM/FM Radio
218Features
To store a station:
1.Tune to the selected station.
2.Press the MENU button.
3.Rotate to select Save Preset, then press .
4.Rotate to select the preset number you want to store that station, then press
.
You can also store that station by the following procedure.
1.Tune to the selected station.
2.Rotate to select the preset number you want to store the station.
3.Press and hold for a few seconds.
1.Tune to the selected station.
2.Select More.
3.Select Save Preset.
4.Select the preset number you want to store that station.
You can also store that station by the following procedure.
1.Tune to the selected station.
2.Change the display to the preset screen.
3.Select and hold the preset number you want to store that station.■Preset Memory
1Playing AM/FM Radio
The ST indicator appears on the display indicating
stereo FM broadcasts.
Stereo reproduction in AM is not available.
Switching the Audio Mode
Press the SOURCE button on the steering wheel.
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You can also switch the mode by pressing the MENU
button and selecting Change Source on the Audio
menu screen.
You can store 6 AM stations and 12 FM stations into
the preset memory.
Interface DialOn Demand Multi-Use Display
TM

244Features
General Information on the Audio SystemXM® Radio Service1.You need your radio ID ready before registering for subscription. To see the ID in
the display: Turn the interface dial until 0 appears.
2.Have your radio ID and credit card number ready, and either call or visit the XM®
website to subscribe.
Switch to the XM® mode by using the SOURCE button on the steering wheel, or
through the On Demand Multi-Use Display
TM, and stay in this mode for about 30
minutes until the service is activated. Make sure your vehicle is in an open area with
good reception.
Loading:
XM® is loading the audio or program information.
Ch off air:
The channel is not currently broadcasting.
Ch unauthorized:
XM® radio is receiving information update from the network.
No signal:
The signal is too weak in the current location.
Ch unavailable:
No such channel exists, the channel is not part of your subscription, or the artist or
title information is unavailable.
Check antenna:
There is a problem with the XM® antenna. Contact a dealer.
■Subscribing to XM® Radio■Receiving XM® Radio■XM® Radio Display Messages
1Subscribing to XM® Radio
Contact Information for XM® Radio:•US: XM® Radio at www.siriusxm.com or 1-800-
852-9696•Canada: XM® Canada at www.xmradio.ca, or 1-
877-209-0079
1Receiving XM® Radio
The XM® satellites are in orbit over the equator;
therefore, objects south of the vehicle may cause
satellite reception interruptions. Satellite signals are
more likely to be blocked by tall buildings and
mountains the farther north you travel from the
equator.
You may experience reception problems under the
following circumstances:•In a location with an obstruction to the south of
your vehicle.•In tunnels•On the lower level of a multi-tiered road•Large items carried on the roof rack

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uuCustomized Featuresu
Features
“Trip B” Reset TimingTurn by Turn Display
*

Adjust Outside Temp. Display
“Trip A” Reset Timing



Default
Memory Position Link

Keyless Access Light Flash
Keyless Access Beep


Interior Light Dimming TimeHeadlight Auto Off TimerAuto Light Sensitivity
Vehicle
Settings
Meter
SetupKeyless
Access
SetupLighting
Setup
Remote Start System On/Off
*
Steering Wheel Movement At Entry/Exit

Driving
Position
Setup
Door Unlock Mode
Lane Keeping Assist Suspend Beep
*
Blind Spot Info
*
ACC Pre-Running Car Detect Beep
*
ACC Display Speed Unit
*

Driver
Assist
System
Setup
*
Forward Collision Warning Distance
*
Language SelectionAuto Seatbelt Tension
*

* Not available on all models

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uuCustomized Featuresu
Features
*1:Default SettingSetup
GroupCustomizable Features Description Selectable Settings
Vehicle
SettingsLighting
SetupInterior Light Dimming
TimeChanges the length of time the interior lights stay
on after you close the doors.60seconds/
30seconds
*1/
15seconds
Headlight Auto Off TimerChanges the length of time the exterior lights
stay on after you close the driver’s door.60seconds/
30seconds/
15seconds*1/
0seconds
Auto Light SensitivityChanges the timing for the headlights to come
on.Max/High/Mid*1/
Low/Min
Driving
Position
SetupMemory Position LinkTurns the driving position memory system using a
remote transmitter on and off.On
*1/Off
Steering Wheel Movement
At Entry/ExitMoves the steering wheel fully up when you get
in/get out of the vehicle.On*1/Off
Auto Seatbelt Tension
*
Turns the setting for the automatic seat belt e-
pretensioner activation on and off.On
*1/Off
* Not available on all models

268Features
Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink®See Navigation System Manual for how to operate Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink®.
Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink® (HFL) allows you to place and receive phone calls using
your vehicle’s audio system, without handling your cell phone.Using HFL (Pick-up) button: Press to go to the Speed Dial/Call History on the multi-
information display or to answer an incoming call.
(Hang-up/back) button: Press to end a call, to cancel a command or to clear
the phone information on the MID.
(Talk) button: Press to give HFL voice commands.
PHONE button: Press to go directly to the Phone screen.
Interface dial: Rotate to select an item on the screen, then press . Move ,
, or to select secondary menu.■HFL Buttons
1Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink®
To use HFL, you need a Bluetooth-compatible cell
phone. For a list of compatible phones, pairing
procedures, and special feature capabilities:•U.S.: Visit www.acura.com/handsfreelink, or call 1-
888-528-7876.•Canada: Visit www.handsfreelink.ca, or call 1-888-
528-7876.
To use HFL, the Bluetooth setting must be On.
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Voice control tips:•Aim the vents away from the ceiling and close the
windows, as noise coming from them may interfere
with the microphone.•Press and release the button when you want to
call a number using a stored voice tag, a
phonebook name, or a number. Speak clearly and
naturally after a beep.•If the microphone picks up voices other than yours,
the command may be misinterpreted.•To change the volume level, use the audio system’s
volume knob or the remote audio controls on the
steering wheel.
State or local laws may prohibit the operation of
handheld electronic devices while operating a
vehicle.
If you receive a call while using the audio system, the
system resumes its operation an after ending the call.
Models with navigation systemModels without navigation system
Talk Button Volume up
MicrophoneHang-up/Back Button
Pick-up
Button
Volume down
Interface DialPHONE
Button

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uuBluetooth® HandsFreeLink®uHFL Menus
Features
■To make a call using the call history
Call history is stored by All, Dialed,
Received, and Missed.
1.Press the PHONE button.
2.Press the MENU button.
3.Rotate to select Call History, then
press .
4.Move or to select All, Dialed,
Received, and Missed.
5.Rotate to select a number, then press
.
uDialing starts automatically.
1.Press the button.
2.Shift the left selector wheel right to select
Call History.
3.Roll the left selector wheel to select a
number.
4.Push the left selector wheel or the
button.
uDialing starts automatically.
1To make a call using the call history
The call history displays the last 20 dialed, received, or
missed calls.
(Appears only when a phone is connected to HFL.)
These icons next to the number indicate the
following:
: Dialed calls.
: Received calls.
: Missed calls.
The call history displays the last 12 dialed, received, or
missed calls.Steering switches
111AAA#### Mr.AAA
Mr.BBBOn MID
Steering switches

uuBluetooth® HandsFreeLink®uHFL Menus
292Features
■To make a call using a speed dial entry
1.Press the PHONE button.
2.Press the MENU button.
3.Rotate to select Speed Dial, then press
.
4.Rotate to select a number, then press
.
uDialing starts automatically.
1.Press the button.
2.Shift the left selector wheel left to select
Speed Dial.
3.Roll the left selector wheel to select a
number.
4.Push the left selector wheel or the
button.
uDialing starts automatically.
1To make a call using a speed dial entry
Move to select More Speed Dials to view another
paired phone’s speed dial list. You can make a call
from that list using the currently connected phone.
When a voice tag is stored, press the button to
call the number using the voice tag.
2Speed Dial P. 285
Any voice-tagged speed dial entry, phonebook name
or number can be dialed by voice from any screen.
Press the button and follow the prompts.
The speed dial displays the 20 speed dial entries.Steering switches
111AAA#### Mr.AAA
Mr.BBBOn MID
Steering switches

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uuBefore DrivinguDriving Preparation
Driving
•Store or secure all items on board properly.
uCarrying too much cargo, or improperly storing it, can affect your vehicle’s
handling, stability, stopping distance, and tires, and make it unsafe.
2Maximum Load Limit P. 307
•Do not pile items higher than the seat height.
uThey can block your view and may be thrown forward in the event of sudden
braking.
•Do not place anything in the front seat footwells. Make sure to secure the floor
mat.
uAn object or unsecured floor mat can interfere with your brake and accelerator
pedal operation while driving.
•If you have any animals on board, do not let them move around in the vehicle.
uThey may interfere with driving and a crash could occur.
•Securely close and lock all doors and the tailgate.
2Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Inside P. 124
•Adjust your seating position properly.
uAdjust the head restraint, too.
2Adjusting the Seats P. 161
2Adjusting the Head Restraints P. 164
•Adjust the mirrors and steering wheel properly for your driving.
uAdjust them while sitting in the proper driving position.
2Adjusting the Steering Wheel P. 157
2Adjusting the Mirrors P. 158
■Interior Checks
1Interior Checks
The headlight aim is set by the factory, and does not
need to be adjusted. However, if you regularly carry
heavy items in the cargo area or tow a trailer, have
the aiming readjusted at a dealer or by a qualified
technician.