2015 Acura MDX battery location

20Quick Reference Guide
Handling the Unexpected
(P441)
Flat Tire
(P443)
● 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
(P470)
● Identify the indicator and consult the
owner’s manual.
Vehicles with tire repair kitVehicles with compact spare tire
Engine Won’t Start
(P462)
● If the battery is dead, jump start using a
booster battery.
Blown Fuse
(P479)
● Check for a blown fuse if an electrical
device does not operate.
Overheating
(P468)
● 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
(P480)
● Call a professional towing service if you
need to tow your vehicle.

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Controls
Locking and Unlocking the DoorsKey Types and FunctionsThis vehicle comes with the following keys:Use the keyless access remote to start and
stop the engine, and to lock and unlock all the
doors and tailgate. You can also use the
keyless access system to lock and unlock the
doors and tailgate.■
Keys
1Key Types and Functions
All the keys have an immobilizer system. The
immobilizer system helps to protect against vehicle
theft.
2 Immobilizer System P. 135
The keys contain precision electronics.
Adhere to the following advice to prevent damage to
the electronics:•Do not leave the keys in direct sunlight, or in
locations with high temperature or high humidity.•Do not drop the keys or set heavy objects on them.•Keep the keys away from liquids.•Do not take the keys apa rt except for replacing the
battery.
If the circuits in the keys are damaged, the engine
may not start, and the keyless access system may not
work.
If the keys do not work properly, have them
inspected by a dealer.
You can remotely start the engine using the two-way
keyless access remote. 2 Remote Engine Start with Vehicle
Feedback
* P. 326
Models with two-way keyless access remote
Models with two-way keyless
access remoteModels without two-way keyless
access remote* Not available on all models

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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

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Located near the battery. Push the tabs to
open the box.
Tab
■Circuit protected and fuse rating
Circuit Protected
Amps
1
Main Fuse
150 A
2
VSA MTR
40 A
VSA FSR 20 A
Stop/Horn/Hazard 30 A Rear Blower/BMS 30 A FI Main 40 A
Rear F/B 2 60 A AS F/B 2 60 A EPS 60 A
3
H/L Washer
*
30 A
IG1B Main
30 A
R/B Main
60 A
DR F/B 1
50 A
AS F/B 1
50 A
Rear F/B 1
60 A
IG1A Main
30 A
DR F/B 2
50 A
4S VTM 4 3 0A5
Front Blower
40 A
6Rear Def 40A
7
IG1 Main ST
40 A
8 Stop & Horn 20 A
9
Hazard
15 A
10 BMS 7.5 A
11
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−
Circuit Protected
Amps
* Not available on all models