2014 Acura MDX emergency towing

Contents
Child Safety P. 54 Exhaust Gas Hazard P. 66 Safety Labels P. 67Opening and Closing the Tailgate P. 128 Security System P. 135 Opening and Closing the Windows P. 138
Operating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel P. 141 Adjusting the Mirrors P. 158
Interior Lights/Interior Convenience Items P. 172 Climate Control System P. 185Audio Error Messages P. 239 General Information on the Audio System P. 244
Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink® P. 268 Compass
* P. 301
Off-Highway Driving Guidelines P. 320 When Driving P. 322 Braking P. 367
Refueling P. 383 Fuel Economy P. 385 Accessories and Modifications P. 386Maintenance Under the Hood P. 395 Replacing Light Bulbs P. 407
Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 417 Battery P. 426 Remote Transmitter Care P. 427Engine Does Not Start P. 457 Jump Starting P. 460 Shift Lever Does Not Move P. 462
Fuses P. 469 Emergency Towing P. 475
When You Cannot Unlock the Fuel Fill Door P. 476
Devices that Emit Radio Waves P. 483 Reporting Safety Defects P. 484
Authorized Manuals P. 489 Client Service Information P. 490
Quick Reference Guide
P. 2
Safe Driving
P. 25
Instrument Panel
P. 69
Controls
P. 113
Features
P. 197
Driving
P. 303
Maintenance
P. 387
Handling the Unexpected
P. 437
Information
P. 479
Index
P. 491

18Quick Reference Guide
Handling the Unexpected
(P437)
Flat Tire
(P439)
●Park in a safe location and repair the flat
tire using the tire repair kit.
●Park in a safe location and replace the
flat tire with the compact spare tire
located under the cargo area.
Indicators Come On
(P465)
●Identify the indicator and consult the
owner’s manual.
Vehicles with tire repair kitVehicles with compact spare tire kit
Engine Won’t Start
(P457)
●If the battery is dead, jump start using a
booster battery.
Blown Fuse
(P474)
●Check for a blown fuse if an electrical
device does not operate.
Overheating
(P463)
●Park in a safe location. If you do not see
steam under the hood, open the hood,
and let the engine cool down.
Emergency Towing
(P475)
●Call a professional towing service if you
need to tow your vehicle.

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uuTowing a TraileruTowing Your Vehicle
Driving
•Monitor your temperature gauge. If it nears the red (Hot) mark, turn off the
climate control system and reduce speed. Pull to the side of the road safely to cool
down the engine if necessary.
•Shift to the
(S position if the transmission shifts frequently.
If the vehicle tires slip when retrieving a boat from the water, keep the transmission
in
(D and do not use the sequential shift mode in
(S. This prevents damage to the
transmission.
Towing Your VehicleYour vehicle is not designed to be towed behind a motor home. If your vehicle needs
to be towed in an emergency, refer to the emergency towing information.2Emergency Towing P. 475■Driving in Hilly Terrain■Retrieving a Boat

437
Handling the Unexpected
This chapter explains how to handle unexpected troubles.
Tools
Types of Tools .................................. 438
If a Tire Goes Flat
Changing a Flat Tire
*....................... 439
Temporarily Repairing a Flat Tire
*..... 446
Engine Does Not Start
Checking the Engine ........................ 457
If the Keyless Access Remote Battery is
Weak ............................................. 458
Emergency Engine Stop ................... 459
Jump Starting.................................... 460
Shift Lever Does Not Move.............. 462Overheating
How to Handle Overheating............. 463
Indicator, Coming On/Blinking
If the Low Oil Pressure Indicator Comes
On ............................................. 465If the Charging System Indicator Comes
On ................................................. 465
If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes
On or Blinks ................................... 466If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes
On .................................................... 467
If the Speed-Sensitive Electric Power Steering
(EPS) System Indicator Comes On ........... 467If the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator
Comes On or Blinks ....................... 468
Fuses
Fuse Locations ................................. 469
Inspecting and Changing Fuses ........ 474
Emergency Towing........................... 475
When You Cannot Unlock the Fuel Fill
Door................................................. 476When You Cannot Open the Tailgate
.. 477
* Not available on all models

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uuIf a Tire Goes FlatuTemporarily Repairing a Flat Tire
*
Handling the Unexpected
4.Recheck the air pressure using the air only
hose on the compressor.
5.Turn the selector switch to AIR ONLY.
uDo not turn the air compressor on to
check the pressure.
2Inflating an Under-inflated Tire P. 454
6.If the air pressure is
•Less than 19 psi (130 kPa):
Do not add air or continue driving. The leak
is too severe. Call for help and have your
vehicle towed.
2Emergency Towing P. 475•35 psi (240 kPa) or more:
Continue driving for another 10 minutes or
until you reach the nearest service station.
Do not exceed 50 mph (80 km/h).
uIf the air pressure does not go down after
the 10 minute driving, you do not need
to check the pressure any more.
Air Only Hose
AIR ONLY
side
ON

457Handling the Unexpected
Engine Does Not StartChecking the EngineIf the engine does not start, check the starter.
Starter condition
Checklist
Starter doesn’t turn or turns
over slowly.
The battery may be dead. Check
each of the items on the right and
respond accordingly.
Check for a message on the MID.●If the To Start, Hold Remote Near Start Button message appears
2If the Keyless Access Remote Battery is Weak P. 458
uMake sure the keyless access remote is in its operating range.
2ENGINE START/STOP Button Operating Range P. 141
Check the brightness of the interior lights.
Turn on the interior lights and check the brightness.●If the interior lights are dim or do not come on at all
2Battery P. 426
●If the interior lights come on normally
2 Fuses P. 469
The starter turns over normally
but the engine doesn’t start.
There may be a problem with the
fuse. Check each of the items on
the right and respond accordingly.Review the engine start procedure.
Follow its instructions, and try to start the engine again.
2 Starting the Engine P. 322
Check the immobilizer system indicator.
When the immobilizer system indicator is blinking, the engine cannot be started.2Immobilizer System P. 135Check the fuel level.
There should be enough fuel in the tank.
2 Fuel Gauge P. 97
Check the fuse.
Check all fuses, or have the vehicle checked by a dealer.2Inspecting and Changing Fuses P. 474If the problem continues:2Emergency Towing P. 475
1Checking the Engine
If you must start the vehicle immediately, use an
assisting vehicle to jump start it.
2Jump Starting P. 460

475Handling the Unexpected
Emergency TowingCall a professional towing service if you need to tow your vehicle.■Flat bed equipment
The operator loads your vehicle on the back of a truck.
This is the best way to transport your vehicle.■Wheel lift equipment
The tow truck uses two pivoting arms that go under the front tires and lift them off
the ground. The rear tires remain on the ground. This is an acceptable way to
tow your vehicle.
1Emergency TowingNOTICETrying to lift or tow your vehicle by the bumpers will
cause serious damage. The bumpers are not designed
to support the vehicle’s weight.NOTICEImproper towing such as towing behind a
motorhome or other motor vehicle can damage the
transmission.
Never tow your vehicle with just a rope or chain.
It is very dangerous since ropes or chains may shift
from side to side or break.
All models2WD models

498Index
Steering Wheel......................................... 157
Adjusting ................................................. 157
Heater ..................................................... 181
Stopping.................................................... 377
Summer Tires............................................ 425
Sunglasses Holder..................................... 181
Super Handling-All Wheel Drive
TM
(SH-AWD®)............................................... 363
Indicator .................................................... 79
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS)........ 42
Switches (Around the Steering
Wheel)............................................. 2, 3, 141
Synchronized Mode.................................. 189
System Message Indicator.......................... 78
TTachometer................................................. 97
Tailgate..................................................... 128
Unable to Open ....................................... 477
Temperature
Gauge ....................................................... 97
Outside Temperature Display ................... 100
Temperature Gauge................................... 97
Temperature Sensor......................... 100, 196
Temporary Tire Repair Kit........................ 446
Third Row Seat (Folding Down)............... 170
Third Row Seat Access.............................. 168
Tie-down Anchors..................................... 180
Time (Setting)........................................... 114Tire Pressure Monitoring System
(TPMS)..................................................... 363
Indicator............................................ 76, 468
Tire Repair Kit........................................... 446
Tires........................................................... 417
Air Pressure ..................................... 418, 481
Checking and Maintaining ...................... 417
Inspection ............................................... 417
Labeling .................................................. 418
Puncture (Flat Tire) .......................... 439, 446
Regulations ............................................. 420
Rotation .................................................. 424
Spare Tire ........................................ 439, 481
Summer .................................................. 425
Temporary Tire Repair Kit ........................ 446
Tire Chains .............................................. 425
Tire Repair Kit.......................................... 446
Wear Indicators ....................................... 422
Winter..................................................... 425
Tools.......................................................... 438
Towing a Trailer....................................... 309
Equipment and Accessories ..................... 313
Load Limits .............................................. 309
Towing Your Vehicle................................ 319
Emergency .............................................. 475
TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitoring
System).................................................... 363
Indicator............................................ 76, 468
Trailer Stability Assist............................... 317
Transmission............................................. 329
Automatic ............................................... 329Fluid ....................................................... 405
Number .................................................. 482
Sequential Shift Mode............................. 331
Shift Lever Position Indicator ............. 72, 330
TRIP Button................................................ 98
Trip Meter................................................ 100
Troubleshooting...................................... 437
Blown Fuse ..................... 469, 471, 472, 473
Brake Pedal Vibrates ................................. 19
Buzzer Sounds When Opening Door ......... 20
Emergency Towing ................................. 475
Engine Won’t Start ................................. 457
Noise When Braking ................................. 21
Overheating ............................................ 463
Puncture/Flat Tire ............................ 439, 446
Rear Door Won’t Open ..................... 20, 126
Select Lever Won’t Move ........................ 462
Warning Indicators.................................... 70
Turn Signals.............................................. 144
Indicators (Instrument Panel) ..................... 76
Turn-by-Turn Directions.......................... 102
Two-way Keyless Access Remote............ 115
UUnder-floor Storage Area....................... 176
Unlocking the Doors................................ 117
Unlocking the Front Doors from the
Inside................................................. 10, 124
USB Flash Drives....................................... 247
USB Port.................................................... 199