2015 Acura MDX windshield wipers

Visual Index
8Quick Reference Guide
❙How to Refuel
(P388)
❙High-Mount Brake Light
(P416)
❙Opening/Closing the Tailgate
(P129)
❙Back-Up Lights
(P415)
❙Multi-View Rear Camera
(P386)
❙Tailgate Outer Handle
(P129)
❙Rear Side Marker Lights
(P414)
❙Taillights
(P414)
❙Brake Light and Rear Turn Signal Lights (P413)❙Rear Wiper
(P151)
❙Maintenance Under the Hood
(P399)
❙Windshield Wipers
(P149, 417)
❙Tires
(P421, 443)
❙Door Lock/Unlock Control
(P117)
❙Power Door Mirrors
(P159)
❙Headlights
(P145, 411)
❙Side Marker Lights
(P145, 412)
❙Front Turn Signal/Parking Lights
(P144, 412)

12Quick Reference Guide
Wipers and Washers (P149)*1:Models with automatic intermittent wipers
*2:Models without automatic intermittent wipersAUTO should always be turned OFF before
cleaning the windshield or driving through a
car wash.
Wiper/Washer Control Lever
Adjustment Ring: Low Sensitivity
*1
: Long Delay
*2
: High Sensitivity
*1
: Short Delay
*2
MIST
OFF
AUTO
*1: Wiper speed varies
automatically
INT
*2: Low speed with intermittent
LO: Low speed wipe
HI : High speed wipe Pull toward
you to spray
washer fluid.
Models with automatic intermittent wipers
Steering Wheel
(P157)
● To adjust, push and hold the adjustment
switch to move the steering wheel to the
desired position.
Unlocking the Front
Doors from the Inside (P125)
●Pull either front door inner handle to
unlock and open it at the same time.
Tailgate
(P129, 130)
● Press the tailgate outer handle to unlock
and open the tailgate when you carry the
keyless access remote.
● Press the power tailgate button on the
driver’s door or the remote transmitter to
open and close the power tailgate.
Tailgate Outer Handle

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uuOperating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel uWipers and Washers
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Controls
Wipers and Washers
The windshield wipers and washers can be
used when the power mode is in ON.■MIST
The wipers run at high speed until you release
the lever.■Wiper switch (OFF, INT
*, LO, HI)
Change the wiper switch setting according to
the amount of rain.
■Adjusting the delay
Turn the adjustment ring to adjust the wiper
delay.■Washer
Sprays while you pull the lever toward you.
When you release the lever, the wipers make
two or three more sweeps before stopping.
■
Windshield Wipers/Washers
1 Wipers and WashersNOTICEDo not use the wipers when the windshield is dry.
The windshield will get scratched, or the rubber
blades will get damaged.NOTICEIn cold weather, the blades may freeze to the
windshield, becoming stuck.
Operating the wipers in this condition may damage
the wipers. Use the defroster to warm the
windshield, then turn the wipers on.
If the vehicle speeds up while the wipers are
operating intermitte ntly, the length of the wipe
interval shortens.
When the vehicle starts moving, the wipers make a
single sweep.
When the vehicle speeds up, the wiper operation’s
shortest delay setting ( ) and the LO setting become
the same.
Turn the washers off if no washer fluid comes out.
The pump may get damaged.
The wiper motor may stop motor operation
temporarily to prevent an overload. Wiper operation
will return to normal within a few minutes, once the
circuit has returned to normal.
Intermittent Time
Adjustment Ring
MISTINT
: Low speed with intermittent
OFFLO: Low speed wipeHI: High speed wipe Pull to
use
washer.
Long delay
Short delay
* Not available on all models

uuOperating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel uWipers and Washers
150Controls
When you push the lever down to AUTO, the
windshield wipers sweep once, and go into
the automatic mode.
The wipers operate intermittently, at low
speed, or at high speed and stops in
accordance with the amount of rainfall the
rainfall sensor detects.■Auto sensitivity adjustment
When in AUTO, you can also adjust the
rainfall sensor sensitivity using the intermittent
time adjustment ring.
Sensor sensitivity
■
Automatic Intermittent Wipers
*
1 Automatic Intermittent Wipers
*
The rainfall sensor is in the location shown below.NOTICEAlways ensure the wiper lever is in the OFF position
before entering a car wash to prevent severe damage
to the windshield wiper system.
If the wiper lever is in AUTO , and the power mode is
in ON, the rainfall sensor may respond to your hand
or car wash liquids, and the wipers may operate
automatically.
Rainfall Sensor
Low: The wipers start to
react to a larger amount
of rainfall.
High: The wipers start to
react to a smaller amount
of rainfall.
* Not available on all models

uuOperating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel uWipers and Washers
152Controls
Turn the headlights on and press the
headlight washer button to operate.
The headlight washers also operate when you
turn the windshield washers for the first time
after the power mode is set to ON.
■
Headlight WashersCanadian models
1Headlight Washers
The headlight washers use the same fluid reservoir as
the windshield washers.

uuWhen Driving uLane Keeping Assist System (LKAS)
*
358Driving
The system can be used when the following conditions are met.
• The lane you are driving in has detectable lane markers on both sides, and your
vehicle is in the center of the lane.
• The vehicle speed is between 45 and 90 mph (72 and 145 km/h).
• You are driving on a straight or slightly curved road.
• The turn signals are off.
• The brake pedal is not depressed.
• The wipers are not in continuous operation.■How to activate the system
1.Press the MAIN button.
u The LKAS is on in the MID.
The system is ready to use.
2. Press the LKAS button.
u Lane outlines appear on the multi-
information display.
The system is activated.■
When the System can be Used
1Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS)
*
•Shadows of adjacent objects are parallel to lane
markings.•The windshield is dirty.•Where the roadway has crossing or other lines
(e.g., such as at an intersection).
1LKAS camera
Never apply a film or attach any objects to the
windshield that could obstruct the LKAS camera’s
field of vision.
Scratches, nicks, and other damage to the windshield
within the LKAS camera’s field of vision can cause the
system to operate abnormally. If this occurs, we
recommend that you replace the windshield with a
genuine Acura replacement windshield. Making even
minor repairs withi n the camera’s field of vision or
installing an aftermarket replacement windshield
may also cause the system to operate abnormally.
After replacing the windshield, have a dealer
recalibrate the camera. Proper calibration of the LKAS
camera is necessary for the system to operate properly.
If the Can Not Operate: Camera Too Hot message
appears:•Use the climate control system to cool down the
interior and, if necessary, the defroster mode when
windows are fogged.•Start driving the vehicle to lower the windshield
temperature, which cools down the area around
the LKAS camera.
1 When the System can be Used
If the vehicle drifts toward either left or right lane line
due to the system applying torque, turn off the LKAS
and have your vehicle checked by a dealer.
MAIN Button
LKAS Button
* Not available on all models

Index
495Index
Index
AAAC................................................... 225, 235
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) .................. 373
AC Power Outlet ...................................... 179
Accessories and Modifications ................ 390
Accessory Power Sockets ......................... 178
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed Follow (LSF) ................................. 339
Indicator ................................................... 82
Additives Coolant .................................................. 407
Engine Oil ............................................... 402
Washer ................................................... 410
Additives, Engine Oil ............................... 402
Adjusting Armrest .................................................. 171
Front Seats.............................................. 161
Head Restraints ....................... 164, 165, 166
Headlights .............................................. 411
Mirrors.................................................... 158
Rear Seats ............................................... 168
Second Row Seat .................................... 162
Steering Wheel ....................................... 157
Temperature ........................................... 100
Agile Handling Assist System .................. 364
Aha
TM Menu ............................................. 234
AhaTM Radio .............................................. 244
Air Conditioning System (Climate Control
System) .................................................... 185
Changing the Mode................................ 188 Defrosting the Windshield and
Windows ............................................... 192
Dust and Pollen Filter ............................... 435
Rear Climate Control System ................... 193
Recirculation/Fresh Air Mode ................... 190
Sensors .................................................... 197
Synchronized Mode ................................. 189
Using Automatic Climate Control ............ 185
Air Pressure ....................................... 422, 485
Airbags ........................................................ 39
Advanced Airbags ..................................... 45
After a Collision ......................................... 43
Airbag Care ............................................... 53
Driver’s Knee Airbag .................................. 46
Event Data Recorder .................................... 0
Front Airbags (SRS) .................................... 42
Indicator .............................................. 51, 74
Passenger Airbag Off Indicator .................. 52
Sensors ...................................................... 39
Side Airbags .............................................. 48
Side Curtain Airbags .................................. 50
AM/FM Radio ............................................ 218
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) .................. 373
Indicator .................................................... 74
Armrest ..................................................... 171
Audio Remote Controls ............................ 204
Audio System ............................................ 200
Adjusting the Sound ................................ 216
Auxiliary Input Jack .................................. 202
Error Messages ........................................ 240
General Information ................................ 245 Internet Radio ......................................... 232
iPod ........................................................ 228
MP3/WMA/AAC .............................. 225, 235
Reactivating ............................................ 203
Recommended CDs ................................. 246
Recommended Devices............................ 248
Remote Controls ..................................... 204
Security Code .......................................... 203
Shortcuts................................................. 207
Theft Protection ...................................... 203
USB Flash Drives .............................. 235, 248
USB Port.................................................. 201
Authorized Manuals ................................ 493
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking ................. 127
Customize ....................................... 109, 260
Automatic Intermittent Wipers ............... 150
Automatic Lighting .................................. 146
Automatic Transmission ........................... 330
Creeping ................................................. 330
Fluid ........................................................ 409
Kickdown ................................................ 330
Operating the Shift Lever................... 17, 332
Sequential Shift Mode ............................. 333
Shift Lever Does Not Move ...................... 467
Shifting ................................................... 331
Auxiliary Input Jack .................................. 202
Average Fuel Economy ............................ 100
Average Speed ......................................... 101
AWD .......................................................... 367

503Index
VVanity Mirrors.............................................. 7
Vehicle Identification Number ................ 486
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA ®) ................. 362
Off Button .............................................. 363
Off Indicator ............................................. 75
System Indicator ............................... 75, 362
Viscosity (Oil) .................................... 402, 485
VSA ® (Vehicle Stability Assist) ................. 362WWarning and Information Messages ........ 84
Warning Indicator On/Blinking ............... 470
Warning Labels .......................................... 67
Warranties (Warranty Manual provided
separately) .............................................. 491
Watts ........................................................ 484
Wear Indicators (Tire) .............................. 426
Wheel Nut Wrench (Jack Handle) ........... 447
Window Washers ..................................... 149
Adding/Refilling Fluid .............................. 410
Switch .................................................... 149
Windows (Opening and Closing) ............ 138
Windshield ............................................... 149
Cleaning ................................................. 439
Defrosting/Defogging ............................. 192
Washer Fluid ........................................... 410
Wiper Blades........................................... 417
Wipers and Washers ............................... 149 Winter Tires
.............................................. 429
Snow Tires ............................................... 429
Tire Chains .............................................. 429
Wipers and Washers ................................. 149
Automatic Intermittent Wipers................. 150
Checking and Replacing Wiper Blades ..... 417
Front ....................................................... 149
Rear ........................................................ 151
WMA ................................................. 225, 235
Worn Tires ................................................. 421