2015 Acura MDX key

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Handling the Unexpected
This chapter explains how to handle unexpected troubles.
Tools
Types of Tools .................................. 442
If a Tire Goes Flat Changing a Flat Tire
*....................... 443
Temporarily Repairing a Flat Tire
*..... 450
Engine Does Not Start Checking the Engine ........................ 462
If the Keyless Access Remote Battery is Weak ............................................. 463
Emergency Engine Stop ................... 464
Jump Starting .................................... 465
Shift Lever Does Not Move .............. 467Overheating
How to Handle Overheating............. 468
Indicator, Coming On/Blinking
If the Low Oil Pressure Indicator Comes On ............................................. 470If the Charging System Indicator Comes
On ................................................. 470
If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes On or Blinks ................................... 471If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On .................................................... 472
If the Speed-Sensitive Electric Power Steering
(EPS) System Indicator Comes On ........... 472If the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator Comes On or Blinks ....................... 473
Fuses Fuse Locations ................................. 474
Inspecting and Changing Fuses ........ 479
Emergency Towing ........................... 480
When You Cannot Unlock the Fuel Fill Door ................................................. 481When You Cannot Open the Tailgate
.. 482
* Not available on all models

462Handling 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. 463
uMake sure the keyless access remote is in its operating range.
2 ENGINE 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. 430
●If the interior lights come on normally
2 Fuses P. 474
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. 324
Check the immobilizer system indicator.
When the immobilizer system indicator is blinking, the engine cannot be started.
2Immobilizer System P. 135
Check 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. 479
If the problem continues:
2Emergency Towing P. 480
1Checking the Engine
If you must start the vehicle immediately, use an
assisting vehicle to jump start it.
2 Jump Starting P. 465

463
uuEngine Does Not Start uIf the Keyless Access Remote Battery is Weak
Handling the Unexpected
If the Keyless Access Remote Battery is WeakIf the beeper sounds, the To Start, Hold Remote Near Start Button message
appears on the MID, the indicator on the ENGINE START/STOP button flashes, and
the engine won’t start, start the engine as follows.
1.Touch the center of the ENGINE START/
STOP button with the A logo on the keyless
access remote while the indicator on the
ENGINE START/STOP button is flashing.
The buttons on the keyless access remote
should be facing you.
u The indicator flashes for about 30
seconds.
2. Depress the brake pedal and press the
ENGINE START/STOP button within 10
seconds after the beeper sounds and the
indicator changes from flashing to on.
u If you don’t depress the pedal, the mode
will change to ACCESSORY.

467Handling the Unexpected
Shift Lever Does Not MoveFollow the procedure below if you cannot move the shift lever out of the
(P

position.
1.Set the parking brake.
2. Remove the built-in key from the keyless
access remote.
3. Wrap a cloth around the tip of a small flat-
tip screwdriver. Place it at the back of the
release lock cover, and remove the cover.
4. Insert the key into the shift lock release slot.
5. While pushing the key down, press the shift
lever release button and place the shift lever
into
(N
.
u The lock is now released. Have the shift
lever checked by a dealer as soon as
possible.
■
Releasing the Lock
Cover
SlotRelease ButtonShift Lock Release Slot

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uuFuses uFuse Locations
Handling the Unexpected
Located under the dashboard.
Fuse locations are shown on the label on
the side panel.
Locate the fuse in question by the fuse
number and label number.■Circuit protected and fuse rating■
Driver’s Side Interior Fuse Box
Fuse Box
Fuse Label
Circuit Protected
Amps
1
Passenger’s Side Door Lock
10 A
2
Rear Passenger’s Side Door
Lock
7.5 A
3
Driver’s Side Door Lock
7.5 A
4
Passenger’s Door Unlock
10 A
5
Rear Passenger’s Side Door Unlock
7.5 A
6
Driver’s Side Door Unlock
7.5 A
7
Door Lock Main
20 A
8
HAC OP
10 A
9
ETS TELE
20 A
10 IG1 RR Box 15 A
11
IG1 Meter
7.5 A
12 IG1 FR Box 20 A
13
ACC
7.5 A
14 − −
15
Driver’s Power Seat Sliding
20 A
16 Moonroof 20 A
17
Rear Driver’s Side Power Window
20 A
18 SMART 10 A
19
Driver’s Power Window
20 A
20 − −
21
Fuel Pump
20 A
22 AS Box 15 A
23
VSA
7.5 A
24 ACG AS 7.5 A
25
STRLD
7.5 A
Circuit Protected
Amps
26 IG2 HAC 7.5 A27
IG2 DRL
7.5 A
28 ACC Key Lock 7.5 A
29
Driver Power Lumbar
7.5 A
30 Interior Lights Cut 7.5 A
31
ETS TILT
20 A
32 Driver’s Power Seat
Reclining 20 A
33
−
−
34
−
−
Circuit Protected
Amps

487Information
Devices that Emit Radio WavesThe following products and systems on your vehicle emit radio waves when in operation.Each of the above complies with the appropriate requirements or the required standards of
FCC (Federal Communications Commission) and Industry Canada Standard, described below:As required by the FCC:This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is
subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause
harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference
received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible
for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.This device complies with Industry Canada Standard RSS-Gen/210/310. Operation is
subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference,
and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may
cause undesired operation of the device.AcuraLinkAudio SystemBlind Spot Information SystemBluetooth® AudioBluetooth® HandsFreeLink ®HomeLink® Universal TransceiverCollision Mitigation Braking System
TM
Immobilizer SystemRemote TransmitterKeyless Access SystemTire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)

497Index
DDaytime Running Lights.......................... 148
Dead Battery ............................................ 465
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows ................................................. 192
Detachable Anchor .................................... 36
Devices that Emit Radio Waves ............... 487
Dimming
Headlights .............................................. 145
Rearview Mirror ...................................... 158
Dipstick (Engine Oil) ................................ 403
Directional Signals (Turn Signal) ............. 144
Door Mirrors ............................................. 159
Doors ........................................................ 115
Auto Door Locking.................................. 127
Auto Door Unlocking .............................. 127
Door Open Message ................................. 30
Keys........................................................ 115
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Inside .............................................. 12, 124
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside ................................................. 117
Lockout Prevention System ..................... 121
DOT Tire Quality Grading ........................ 424
Driver’s Knee Airbag .................................. 46
Driving ...................................................... 305
Automatic Transmission .......................... 330
Braking ................................................... 371
Cruise Control ........................................ 336
Off-Highway Driving Guidelines .............. 322
Shifting Gear .......................................... 331 Starting the Engine .................................. 324
Driving Position Memory System ............. 155
Dust and Pollen Filter ............................... 435
EElapsed Time............................................. 101
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ............. 362
Emergency ................................................ 480
Emissions Testing (Readiness Codes) ....... 489
Engine ....................................................... 486
Coolant ................................................... 407
Jump Starting .......................................... 465
Oil ........................................................... 402
Remote Engine Start ................................ 326
Starting ................................................... 324
Engine Compartment Cover .................... 401
Engine Coolant ......................................... 407
Adding to the Radiator ............................ 408
Adding to the Reserve Tank ..................... 407
Overheating ............................................ 468
Temperature Gauge .................................. 97
Engine Oil ................................................. 402
Adding .................................................... 404
Checking ................................................. 403
Displaying Oil Life .................................... 395
Low Oil Pressure Indicator .................. 71, 470
Recommended Engine Oil ........................ 402
ENGINE START/STOP Button .................... 141
e-pretensioners ........................................... 33 EPS (Electric Power Steering)
System ............................................... 76, 472
Exhaust Gas Hazard (Carbon Monoxide) .. 66
Exterior Care (Cleaning) ........................... 438
Exterior Mirrors ........................................ 159
FFCW (Forward Collision Warning) ........... 350
Features .................................................... 199
Filters Dust and Pollen ....................................... 435
Oil ........................................................... 405
Flat Tire ............................................. 443, 450
Floor Mats ................................................. 437
Fluids
Automatic Transmission .......................... 409
Brake ...................................................... 410
Engine Coolant ....................................... 407
Windshield Washer ................................. 410
Folding Down the Second Row Seat ....... 169
Folding Down the Third Row Seat .......... 170
Foot Brake ................................................ 372
Forward Collision Warning (FCW) ........... 350
Indicator.................................................... 80
Front Airbags (SRS) ..................................... 42
Front Seats ................................................ 161
Adjusting ................................................ 161

499Index
Collision Mitigation Brake System
TM
(CMBS
TM) ................................................ 83
CRUISE CONTROL ............................. 78, 337
CRUISE MAIN.................................... 78, 336
Forward Collision Warning (FCW) ............. 80
High Beam ................................................ 76
Immobilizer System ................................... 77
Keyless Access System............................... 79
Lane Departure Warning (LDW) ................ 81
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) ... 82, 358
Lights On .................................................. 77
Low Fuel ................................................... 73
Low Oil Pressure ............................... 71, 470
Low Tire Pressure/TPMS ............................ 76
Malfunction Indicator Lamp .............. 71, 471
Parking Brake and Brake System ....... 70, 472
Seat Belt Reminder.............................. 32, 73
Security System Alarm............................... 78
Shift Lever Position.................................... 72
Speed-sensitive Electric Power Steering (EPS) System ...................... 76, 472
Super Handling-All Wheel Drive
TM
(SH-AWD ®) ............................................. 79
Supplemental Restraint System ........... 51, 74
System Message ....................................... 78
Transmission ............................................. 72
Turn Signal ............................................... 76
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA ®)
System ............................................ 75, 362
VSA ® OFF.......................................... 75, 363
Information .............................................. 483 Instrument Panel
........................................ 69
Brightness Control ................................... 153
Integrated Dynamics System (IDS) ........... 335
IDS Button ............................................... 335
Interface Dial ............................................ 205
Interior Lights ........................................... 172
Interior Rearview Mirror .......................... 158
JJack (Wheel Nut Wrench) ........................ 447
Jump Starting ........................................... 465KKey Number Tag ....................................... 116
Keyless Access System ............................... 118
Keyless Lockout Prevention ..................... 121
Keys ........................................................... 115
Lockout Prevention .................................. 121
Number Tag ............................................ 116
Rear Door Won’t Open ............................ 126
Remote Transmitter ................................. 117
Two-way Keyless Access Remote ............. 115
Types and Functions ................................ 115
Kickdown (Automatic Transmission) ....... 330LLane Departure Warning (LDW).............. 354
Indicator .................................................... 81 Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS)
......... 357
Indicator.................................................... 82
Language (HFL) ........................................ 270
LATCH (Child Seats) .............................. 59, 62
LED Puddle Light ...................................... 120
Lights ................................................. 145, 411
Automatic ............................................... 146
Bulb Replacement ................................... 411
Daytime Running Lights........................... 148
High Beam Indicator .................................. 76
Interior .................................................... 172
Light Switches ......................................... 145
Lights On Indicator .................................... 77
Turn Signals ............................................ 144
LKAS (Lane Keeping Assist System) ......... 357
Load Limits ................................................ 309
Locking/Unlocking .................................... 115
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking.................. 127
Childproof Door Locks............................. 126
From Inside ............................................. 124
From Outside .......................................... 117
Keys ........................................................ 115
Using a Key ............................................. 121
Lockout Prevention System ..................... 121
Low Battery Charge ................................. 470
Low Fuel Indicator ...................................... 73
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 71, 470
Lower Anchors ...................................... 59, 62
Lubricant Specifications Chart ................. 485
Luggage (Maximum Load Limit) ............. 309
Lumbar Support ....................................... 161