2016 Acura MDX light

uuMaintenance Under the Hood uChanging the Engine Oil and Oil Filter
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Maintenance
4. Remove the oil filter and dispose of the
remaining oil.
5. Check that the filter ga sket is not stuck to
the engine contact surface.
u If it is stuck, you must detach it.
6. Wipe away dirt and dust adhering to the
contact surface of the oil filter base, and
install a new oil filter.
u Apply a light coat of new engine oil to
the oil filter rubber seal.
7. Put a new washer on the drain bolt, then
reinstall the drain bolt.
u Tightening torque:
29 lbf∙ft (39 N∙m, 4.0 kgf∙m)
8. Pour the recommended engine oil into the
engine.
u Engine oil change capacity (including
filter):
5.7 US qt (5.4 ℓ)
9. Reinstall the engine oil fill cap securely and
start the engine.
10. Run the engine for a few minutes, and
then check that there is no leak from the
drain bolt or oil filter.
11. Stop the engine, wait for three minutes,
and then check the oil level on the
dipstick.
u If necessary, add more engine oil.1Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter
You will need a special wrench to replace the oil
filter. You can buy this wrench from a dealer.
When installing the new oil filter, follow the
instructions supplied with the oil filter.
Reinstall the engine oil fill cap. Start the engine. The
low oil pressure indicator should go off within five
seconds. If it does not, turn off the engine, and check
your work.
Oil Filter
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Maintenance
Replacing Light Bulbs
Headlight Bulbs
Headlight bulbs are LED type. Have an authorized Acura dealer inspect and replace
the light assembly.
Daytime Running Light Bulbs
Daytime running light bulbs are LED type. Ha ve an authorized Acura dealer inspect
and replace the light assembly.
Fog Light Bulbs*
Fog light bulbs are LED type. Have an auth orized Acura dealer inspect and replace
the light assembly.
1 Headlight Bulbs
The headlight aim is set by the factory, and does not
need to be adjusted. Howeve r, if you regularly carry
heavy items in the cargo area or tow a trailer, have
the aiming readjusted at a dealer or by a qualified
technician.
* Not available on all models
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uuReplacing Light Bulbs uFront Turn Signal/Front Side Marker/Parking Light Bulbs
Maintenance
Front Turn Signal/Front Side Marker/Parking Light
Bulbs
When replacing, use the following bulbs.
1.Remove the holding clip and screw, pull the
inner fender back.
2. Turn the socket to the left and remove it.
3. Remove the old bulb and insert a new bulb.
Side Turn Signal/Emergency Indicator Light Bulbs
Door mirrors have the side turn lights. Ha ve an authorized Acura dealer inspect and
replace the light assembly.
Front Turn Signal/Side Marker/Parking Light: 28/8 W (Amber)
1 Front Turn Signal/Front Side Marker/Parking Light Bulbs
Insert a flat-tip screwdriver, lift and remove the center
pin to remove the clip.
Insert the clip with the center pin raised, and push
until it is flat.
Push until the
pin is flat.
Clip
Inner Fender
Bulb
Socket
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uuReplacing Light Bulbs uBrake Light and Turn Signal Light Bulbs
Continued
Maintenance
Brake Light and Turn Signal Light Bulbs
When replacing, use the following bulbs.
1.Remove the cover.
u Starting at the bottom, carefully pull the
cover straight out, working upward until
all pins are removed from their the
grommets.
u The grommets should remain in the
body.
2. Use a Phillip-head screwdriver to remove
the bolts.
3. Pull the light assembly out of the rear pillar.
Brake Light: 21 W
Rear Turn Signal Light: 21 W
Bolts
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uuReplacing Light Bulbs uTaillight and Rear Side Marker Light Bulbs
Maintenance
4. Turn the socket to the left and remove it.
Remove the old bulb.
5. Insert a new bulb.
6. Slide the light assembly onto the guide on
the body.
7. Align the pins with the body grommets,
then push in unt il they fully seat.
Taillight and Rear Side Marker Light Bulbs
Taillight and rear side marker light bulbs are the LED type. Have an authorized Acura
dealer inspect and replace the light assembly.
Bulb Socket
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uuReplacing Light Bulbs uBack-Up Light
Maintenance
Back-Up Light
When replacing, use the following bulbs.
1.Remove the cover by prying on the edge
using a flat-tip screwdriver.
u Wrap the flat-tip scre wdriver with a cloth
to prevent scratches.
2. Turn the socket to th e left and remove it.
Remove the old bulb.
3. Insert a new bulb.
Back-Up Light: 21 W
Bulb
Socket
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uuReplacing Light Bulbs uRear License Plate Light Bulbs
Maintenance
Rear License Plate Light Bulbs
Rear license plate light bulbs are the LED type. Have an authorized Acura dealer
inspect and replace the light assembly.
High-Mount Brake Light Bulbs
High-mount brake light bulbs are the LED ty pe. Have an authorized Acura dealer
inspect and replace the light assembly.
Puddle Light Bulbs*
Puddle light bulbs are LED type. Have an authorized Acura dealer inspect and
replace the light assembly.
* Not available on all models
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uuRemote Transmitter Care uReplacing the Button Battery
Maintenance
If the indicator does not come on when the button is pressed, replace the battery.
1. Remove the built-in key.
u As a convenience, lightly place masking
tape over the remote buttons to hold
them in place.
2. Remove the upper half of the cover by
carefully prying on the edge with a coin.
u Wrap a coin with a cloth to prevent
scratching the transmitter.
3. Press down on the center of the assembly
and remove the battery.
u When removing the button battery, be
careful not to touch parts around it.
4. Make sure to replace the battery with the
correct polarity.
Models with remote control engine start system1Replacing the Button Battery
NOTICE
The Remote transmitter is equipped with two
batteries: A standard replaceable CR2032 coin
button battery and an in tegral non-replaceable
rechargeable battery. To prevent permanent damage
to the rechargeable battery, replace the CR2032
battery every three to four years.
Models with remote control engine start system
Battery type: CR2032
Battery
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