2015 Acura MDX Security

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Controls
This chapter explains how to operate the various controls necessary for driving.
Clock.................................................. 114
Locking and Unlocking the Doors
Key Types and Functions .................. 115
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside .......................................... 117
Low Keyless Access Remote Signal Strength ......................................... 123
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the
Inside ............................................. 124
Childproof Door Locks ..................... 126
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking .......... 127
Opening and Closing the Tailgate ... 128
Security System Immobilizer System .......................... 135 Security System Alarm...................... 135
Opening and Closing the Windows ... 138
Opening and Closing the Moonroof
.. 140
Operating the Switches Around the
Steering Wheel ENGINE START/STOP Button............. 141
Turn Signals ..................................... 144
Light Switches.................................. 145
Daytime Running Lights ................... 148
Wipers and Washers ........................ 149
Brightness Control ........................... 153
Defogger/Heated Door Mirror .......... 154
Driving Position Memory System ...... 155
Adjusting the Steering Wheel........... 157 Adjusting the Mirrors
Interior Rearview Mirror ................... 158
Power Door Mirrors ......................... 159
Adjusting the Seats Adjusting the Seat Positions ............. 161
Rear Seats........................................ 168
Armrest ........................................... 171
Interior Lights/Interior Convenience Items
Interior Lights .................................. 172
Interior Convenience Items .............. 174
Climate Control System
Using Automatic Climate Control .... 185
Rear Climate Control System ........... 193
Automatic Climate Control Sensors ... 197

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uuLocking and Unlocking the Doors uLocking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside
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Controls
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside
■Locking the doors
Press the lock button.
Once: u Some exterior lights flash, all the doors
and tailgate lock, and the security system
sets.
Twice (within five seconds after the first
push): u The beeper sounds and verifies the
security system is set.■Unlocking the doors
Press the unlock button.
Once: u Some exterior lights flash twice, and the
driver’s door unlocks.
Twice: u The remaining doors and tailgate unlock.
*1:
Checking Door Lock Status
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Using the Remote Transmitter
1 Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside
You can lock or unlock doors using the remote
transmitter or keyless access system only when the
power mode is in VEHICLE OFF.1Using the Remote Transmitter
If you do not open a door within 30 seconds of
unlocking the vehicle with the remote transmitter,
the doors will automatically relock.
You can change the relock timer setting.
2 Customized Features P. 104, 249
If the interior light switch is in the door activated
position, the interior lights come on when you press
the unlock button.
No doors opened: The lights fade out after 30
seconds.
Doors relocked with the remote: The lights go off
immediately. 2 Interior Lights P. 172
The remote transmitter uses low-power signals, so
the operating range may vary depending on the
surroundings.
The remote will not lock the vehicle when a door or
the tailgate is open.
LED
Unlock
Button Lock
Button
LED
*1
Unlock
Button Lock
Button* Not available on all models

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uuLocking and Unlocking the Doors uLocking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside
Controls
■Locking the doors and tailgate
Press the door lock button on a front door,
rear doors
* or the tailgate.
u Some exterior lights flash; the beeper
sounds; all the doors and tailgate lock;
and the security system sets.
1Using the Keyless Access System•Do not leave the keyless access remote in the
vehicle when you get out. Carry it with you.•Even if you are not carrying the keyless access
remote, you can lock/unlock the doors and unlock
the tailgate while someone else with the remote is
within range.•The door may be unlocked if the door handle is
covered with water in heavy rain or in a car wash if
the keyless access remote is within range.•If you grip a door handle wearing gloves, the door
sensor may be slow to respond or may not respond
by unlocking the doors.•The door may not open if you pull it immediately
after gripping the door handle. Grip the handle
again and confirm that the door is unlocked before
pulling the handle.•Even within the 32 inches (80 cm) radius, you may
not be able to lock/unlock the doors with the
keyless access remote if it is above or below the
outside handle.•The keyless access remote may not operate if it is
too close to the door and door glass.
Door Lock Button
Lock Button
* Not available on all models

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Controls
Security SystemImmobilizer SystemThe immobilizer system prevents a key that has not been pre-registered from
starting the engine. Each key contains electronic transmitters that use electronic
signals to verify the key.
Pay attention to the following when pressing the ENGINE START/STOP button:
• Do not allow objects that emit strong radio waves near the ENGINE START/
STOP button.
• Make sure the key is not covered by or touching a metal object.
• Do not bring a key from another vehicle’s immobilizer system with the keyless
access remote.Security System AlarmThe security system alarm activates when the tailgate, hood, or doors are opened
without the key, remote transmitter or keyless access system.■When the security system alarm activates
The horn sounds intermittently, and all of the exterior lights flash.■To deactivate the security system alarm
Unlock the vehicle using the key, remote transmitter, or keyless access system. The
system, along with the horn and flashing lights, is deactivated.
1 Immobilizer SystemNOTICELeaving the keyless access remote in the vehicle can
result in theft or accidental movement of the vehicle.
Always take the key with you whenever you leave the
vehicle unattended.
Do not alter the system or add other devices to it.
Doing so may damage the system and make your
vehicle inoperable.1Security System Alarm
The security alarm continues for a maximum of two
minutes until the security system alarm deactivates.

uuSecurity System uSecurity System Alarm
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■Setting the security system alarm
The security system alarm automatically sets when the following conditions have
been met:
• The power mode is set to VEHICLE OFF (LOCK).
• The hood is closed.
• All doors and the tailgate are locked from outside with the key, remote
transmitter, or keyless access system.■When the security system alarm sets
The security system alarm indicator in the instrument panel blinks. When the
blinking interval changes after about 15 seconds, the security system alarm is set.■To cancel the security system alarm
The security system alarm is canceled when the vehicle is unlocked using the key,
remote transmitter, keyless access system, or the power mode is set to ON. The
security system alarm indicator goes off at the same time.
1 Security System Alarm
Do not set the security system alarm when someone
is in the vehicle or a window is open. The system can
accidentally activate when unlocking the door with
the lock tab.
If the battery goes dead after you have set the
security system alarm, the security alarm may go off
once the battery is recharged or replaced.
If this occurs, deactivate the security system alarm by
unlocking a door using the key, remote transmitter,
or keyless access system.
Do not attempt to alter this system or add another
device to it.

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uuSecurity System uSecurity System Alarm
Controls
■The panic button on the remote
transmitter
If you press the panic button for
approximately one second, the following will
occur for about 30 seconds:
• The horn sounds.
• Some exterior lights flash.
■Canceling panic mode
Press any button on the remote transmitter, or set the power mode to ON.■
Panic Mode
Panic
Button

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uuGeneral Information on the Audio System uCompatible iPod, iPhone, and USB Flash Drives
Features
Compatible iPod, iPhone, and USB Flash Drives•Use a recommended USB flash drive of 256 MB or higher.
• Some digital audio players may not be compatible.
• Some USB flash drives (e.g., a device with security lockout) may not work.
• Some software files may not allow for audio play or text data display.
• Some versions of MP3, WMA, or AAC formats may be unsupported.■
iPod and iPhone Model Compatibility
Model
iPod (5th generation)
iPod classic 80GB/160GB (launch in 2007)
iPod classic 120GB (launch in 2008)iPod classic 160GB (launch in 2009)
iPod nano (1st to 6th generation) launch in 2010iPod touch (1st to 4th generation) launch in 2010iPhone 3G/iPhone 3GS/iPhone 4/iPhone 4s/iPhone 5
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USB Flash Drives
1iPod and iPhone Model Compatibility
This system may not work with all software versions
of these devices.1USB Flash Drives
Files on the USB flash drive are played in their stored
order. This order may be different from the order
displayed on your PC or device.

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uuCustomized Features u
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 Timer
Auto Door LockAuto Door Unlock


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