2015 Acura MDX low beam

10Quick Reference Guide
Instrument Panel
(P69)
System Indicators
Malfunction Indicator
Lamp
Low Oil Pressure
Indicator
Charging System
IndicatorAnti-lock Brake System
(
ABS ) Indicator
Vehicle Stability Assist
(VSA ®) System
Indicator
VSA ® OFF Indicator
Speed-sensitive Electric
Power Steering (EPS)
System Indicator
Lights Indicators
Lights On Indicator
High Beam Indicator
Immobilizer System
Indicator
Seat Belt Reminder
Indicator
System Indicators
System Message
IndicatorParking Brake and
Brake System
Indicator (Red)
Supplemental
Restraint System
Indicator
Low Fuel Indicator
Gauges
(P97)
/Multi-Information Display (MID)
(P98)
/System Indicators
(P70)
Low Tire Pressure/
TPMS Indicator Turn Signal and
Hazard Warning
Indicators
Keyless Access System
Indicator
Temperature
Gauge Security
System
Alarm
IndicatorFuel
Gauge
Tachometer
MID
Speedometer
Shift Lever Position
IndicatorGear Position Indicator Brake System
Indicator (Amber)
SH-AWD
Indicator
*
Blind Spot Information
(BSI) Indicator
*
System Indicators
Collision Mitigation
Brake System
TM
( CMBS
TM) Indicator
*
Forward Collision
Warning ( FCW)
Indicator
*
Lane Departure
Warning ( LDW)
Indicator
*
Lane Keeping Assist System
( LKAS ) Indicator
*
Adaptive Cruise Control ( ACC)
with Low Speed Follow (LSF)
Indicator
*
U.S.
Canada U.S.
Canada

11Quick Reference Guide
Controls
(P113)
Clock
(P114)
a
Enter the Clock Adjustment screen.
2 Adjusting the Clock (P114)
b
Rotate to change hour, then press
.
c
Rotate to change minute, then
press .
The navigation system receives signals from
GPS satellites, updating the clock
automatically.
Models with navigation system
ENGINE START/STOP
Button
(P141)
Press the button to change the vehicle’s
power mode.
Turn Signals
(P144)
Lights
(P145)Turn Signal Control Lever
Right
Left
Light Control Switches
Low Beam High Beam
Flashing
* Not available on all models

76
uuIndicators u
Instrument Panel
Indicator
Name
On/Blinking
Explanation
Message
Speed-sensitive
Electric Power
Steering (EPS)
System Indicator
●Comes on when you set the power
mode to ON, and goes off when
the engine starts.●Comes on if there is a problem with
the EPS system.
●Stays on constantly or does not come
on at all - Have your vehicle checked by a
dealer.
2 If the Speed-Sensitive Electric Power
Steering (EPS) System Indicator
Comes On P. 472
Low Tire
Pressure/TPMS
Indicator
●Comes on for a few seconds when
you set the power mode to ON.●Comes on if the tire pressure of any
of the tires becomes significantly
low.●Blinks for about one minute, and
then stays on if there is a problem
with the TPMS, or when a compact
spare tire
* is temporarily installed.
●Comes on while driving - Stop in a safe
place, check tire pressures, and inflate the
tire(s) if necessary.●Blinks and remains on - Have your
vehicle checked by a dealer. If the vehicle is
fitted with a compact spare, get your
regular tire repaired or replaced and put
back on your vehicle as soon as you can.
Turn Signal
Indicators
●Blinks when you operate the turn
signal lever.●Blinks along with all turn signals if
you press the hazard warning
button.
●Does not blink or blinks rapidly - A turn
signal light bulb has blown. Change the
bulb immediately.
2 Front Turn Signal/Front Side Marker/
Parking Light Bulbs P. 412
—
High Beam
Indicator
●Comes on when the high beam
headlights are on.
—
—
* Not available on all models

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uuIndicators uMulti-Information Display (MID) Warning and Information Messages
Continued
Instrument Panel
Message
Condition
Explanation
●Appears when pressing the IDS button.
u Press again to change the next mode.
2 Integrated Dynamics System (IDS) P. 335
●Appears if there is a problem with the radiator system.
●Drive slowly to prevent overheating and have your
vehicle checked by a dealer as soon as possible.
●Appears when there is a problem with the headlights.
●Appears while driving - The low beam headlights
may not be on. When conditions allow you to drive
safety, have your vehicle checked by a dealer as soon as
possible.
●Appears if there is a problem with the parking sensor
system
*.
●Check if the area around the sensor(s) is covered with
mud, ice, snow, etc. If the indicator(s) stays on or the
beeper does not stop even after you clean the area,
have the system checked by a dealer.
* Not available on all models

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uuOperating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel uLight Switches
Continued
Controls
Light Switches
Rotating the light switch turns the lights on
and off, regardless of the power mode
setting.■High beams
Push the lever forward until you hear a click.■Low beams
When in high beams, pull the lever back to
return to low beams.■Flashing the high beams
Pull the lever back, and release it.■Lights off
Turn the lever to OFF either when:
• The shift lever is in
(P
.
• The parking brake is applied.
To turn the lights on again, turn the lever to
OFF to cancel the lights off mode. Even if you
do not cancel the lights off mode, the lights
come on automatically when:
• The shift lever is moved out of
(P
and the
parking brake is released.
• The vehicle starts to move.
■
Manual Operation
1Light Switches
If you leave the power mode in VEHICLE OFF (LOCK)
with the lights on, a light on reminder chime sounds
when you open the driver’s door.
Do not leave the lights on when the engine is off
because it will cause the battery to discharge.
Your vehicle is equipped with the automatic
headlight adjusting system that automatically adjusts
the vertical angle of the high/low beam headlights. If
you find a significant change in the vertical angle of
the headlights, there may be a problem with the
system. Have your vehicle checked by a dealer.Canadian models with rear entertainment system
High Beams
Flashing the high beams
Low Beams
Turns on parking, side marker,
tail, and rear license plate lights
Turns on headlights, parking,
side marker, tail, and rear
license plate lights

474Handling the Unexpected
FusesFuse LocationsIf any electrical devices are not working, set
the power mode to VEHICLE OFF (LOCK)
and check to see if any applicable fuse is
blown.
There are two fuse boxes in the engine
compartment.
Fuse locations are shown on the fuse box
cover. Locate the fuse in question by the
fuse number and box cover number.
Located near the brake fluid reservoir. Push
the tabs to open the box.■
Engine Compartment Fuse Box
Tab
■Circuit protected and fuse rating
Circuit Protected
Amps
1
−
−
2
−
−
3
ACG FR
15 A
4 IG1 Washer 15 A
5
IG1 VBSOL
7.5 A
6IG1 ECU FR 7.5A
7
−
−
8FI SUB 15A
9
DBW
15 A
10 FI Main 15 A
11
IG Coil
15 A
12 DRL R 10 A
13
DRL L
10 A
14 INJ 20 A
15
Radio
20 A
16 Back Up 10 A17
MG Clutch
7.5 A
18 Front Fog
*
(20 A)
19
−
−
20 Right Headlight High Beam 7.5 A
21
−
−
22 Small 10 A
23
−
−
24 Left Headlight High Beam 7.5 A
25
−
−
26 Right Headlight Low Beam 10 A
27
Left Headlight Low Beam
10 A
28 IGPS Oil LVL 7.5 A
29
Cooling Fan
30 A
30 Sub Fan 30 A
31
WIP Main
30 A
Circuit Protected
Amps
* Not available on all models

484Information
Specifications■Vehicle Specifications*1: 2WD models
*2: AWD modelsModel
Acura MDX
No. of Passengers:
Front 2
Rear 2nd Row 3 3rd Row 2
Total 7
Weights:Gross Vehicle
Weight Rating
U.S.:
5,368 lbs (2,435 kg)
*1
5,677 lbs (2,575 kg)
*2
Canada:
2,575 kg
Gross Axle Weight
Rating (Front)
U.S.:
2,811 lbs (1,275 kg)
*1
2,910 lbs (1,320 kg)
*2
Canada:
1,320 kg
Gross Axle Weight
Rating (Rear)
U.S.:
2,734 lbs (1,240 kg)
*1
2,965 lbs (1,345 kg)
*2
Canada:
1,345 kg
Gross Combined Weight
Rating U.S.: 8,036 lbs (3,645 kg)
*1
9,833 lbs (4,460 kg)
*2
Canada:
4,460 kg
Air Conditioning:Refrigerant Type
HFC-134a (R-134a)
Charge Quantity
23.8 – 25.6 oz (675 – 725 g)
Lubricant Type
RL897PAG
■
Engine Specifications
■ Fuel
■ Washer FluidDisplacement
211.8 cu-in (3,471 cm
3)
Spark Plugs NGK DILZKR7B11G
Type
Unleaded premium gasoline, Pump octane
number of 91 or higher
Fuel Tank Capacity 19.5 US gal (74 ℓ)
Tank Capacity
U.S.: 4 US qt (3.8 ℓ)
Canada: 5.6 US qt (5.3 ℓ)
■ Light Bulbs
■ Brake FluidHeadlights (High/Low Beam)
LED
Front Turn Signal/Side Marker/
Parking Lights 28/8W (Amber)
Daytime Running Lights
LED
Side Turn Signal Lights (on Door
Mirrors) LED
Brake Lights
21W
Rear Side Marker Lights LED
Taillights
LED
Back-Up Lights 21W
Rear Turn Signal Lights
21W
High-Mount Brake Light LED
Rear License Plate Light
LED
LED Puddle Lights LED
Interior Lights
Front, Second Row and Third
Row Lights
LED
Front and Rear Ambient Lights
LED
Vanity Mirror Lights
1.4W
Door Courtesy Lights
3.4W
Door Inner Handle Lights
LED
Console Compartment Light
1.4W
Glove Box Light
1.4W
Foot Lights
5W
Cargo Area Lights
5W
Specified
Acura Heavy Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3

498Index
Fuel...................................................... 18, 387
Economy ................................................. 389
Gauge ....................................................... 97
Instant Fuel Economy ............................... 101
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 73
Range ...................................................... 101
Recommendation .................................... 387
Refueling ................................................. 387
Fuel Economy ............................................ 389
Fuel Fill Cap ......................................... 18, 388
Message .................................................. 471
Fuel Fill Door ....................................... 18, 388
Unable to Unlock ..................................... 481
Fuses .......................................................... 474
Inspecting and Changing ......................... 479
Locations ......................... 474, 476, 477, 478GGasoline (Fuel) Economy ................................................. 389
Gauge ....................................................... 97
Information ............................................. 387
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 73
Refueling ................................................. 387
Gauges ......................................................... 97
Gear Shift Lever Positions
Automatic Transmission ........................... 331
Glass (care) ................................................ 439
Glove Box .................................................. 174
HHandling the Unexpected ........................ 441
HandsFreeLink ® (HFL) ............................... 269
Auto Answer ........................................... 283
Automatic Import of Cellular Phonebook
and Call History ..................................... 285
Automatic Transferring............................ 283
Displaying Messages................................ 298
Editing User Name................................... 282
HFL Buttons............................................. 269
HFL Menus .............................................. 271
HFL Status Display ................................... 270
Limitations for Manual Operation ............ 270
Making a Call .......................................... 289
Options During a Call .............................. 295
Phone Setup............................................ 275
Receiving a Call ....................................... 294
Receiving a Text Message/e-mail.............. 296
Ring Tone................................................ 284
Selecting a Mail Account ......................... 297
Speed Dial ............................................... 286
To Create a Security PIN .......................... 281
To Set Up a Text/e-mail message Options ................................................. 280
Use Contact Photo .................................. 284
Hazard Warning Button .............................. 4
HDMI Jack ..................................................... 7
Head Restraints ........................ 164, 165, 166
Headlight Washers ................................... 152
Headlights ................................................. 145
Aiming .................................................... 411 Automatic Operation .............................. 146
Dimming......................................... 145, 148
Operating ............................................... 145
Heated Door Mirrors ............................... 154
Heated Steering Wheel ........................... 181
Heated Windshield Button ...................... 154
Heater (Steering Wheel) .......................... 181
Heaters (Seat) ................................... 182, 183
HFL (HandsFreeLink ®) .............................. 269
High Beam Indicator .................................. 76
Hill Start Assist System ............................. 328
HomeLink ® Universal Transceiver ........... 267
IIdentification Numbers ............................ 486
Engine and Transmission ......................... 486
Vehicle Identification............................... 486
IDS (Integrated Dynamics System) .......... 335
IDS Button ................................................ 335
Illumination Control ................................ 153
Button .................................................... 153
Immobilizer System .................................. 135
Indicator ................................................... 77
Indicators .................................................... 70
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed Follow (LSF) ................... 82, 339
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) .................... 74
Blind Spot Information (BSI) .............. 83, 366
Brake System ............................................ 70
Charging System............................... 71, 470