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uuInterior Lights/Interior Convenience Items uInterior Convenience Items
Controls
If the power mode is in ON:
Seat heater - The HI setting heats the seats
faster than the LO setting.
Seat ventilation
* - The HI setting ventilates
the seats faster than the LO setting.
1. Select .
2. Change the setting with one of the
following:
The Heat/Cool
* level indicators: Select your
desired level setting. The left is for a LO
setting, the center is for a MID setting, and
to the right for a HI setting.
(+/(-: To go up or down one level at a
time.
AUTO: The system automatically selects
the setting most suitable to the ambient
environment.
OFF: Turn off the system.
When a comfortable temperature is reached
while using the seat heaters in HI, select MID
or LO to keep the seat warm.
■Front Seat Heaters and Seat Ventilation*1 Front Seat Heaters and Seat Ventilation*
Do not use the seat heater s and the seat ventilation
even in LO when the engine is off. Under such
conditions, the battery ma y be weakened, making
the engine difficult to start.
3WARNING
Heat induced burns are possible when
using seat heaters.
Persons with a diminished ability to sense
temperature (e.g., persons with diabetes,
lower-limb nerve damage, or paralysis) or
with sensitive skin should not use seat
heaters.
Models with seat ventilation
Models without seat ventilation
* Not available on all models
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Controls
The power mode must be in ON to use the
seat heaters. The HI setting heats the seats
faster than the LO setting.
Press the seat heater button:
Once - The HI setting (three indicators on)
Twice - The MID setting (two indicators on)
Three times - The LO setting
Four times - The OFF se tting (no indicators on)
■Second Row Outer Seat Heaters*1Second Row Outer Seat Heaters*
Do not use the seat heaters even in LO when the
engine is off. Under such conditions, the battery may
be weakened, making the engine difficult to start.
3WARNING
Heat induced burns are possible when
using seat heaters.
Persons with a diminished ability to sense
temperature (e.g., persons with diabetes,
lower-limb nerve damage, or paralysis) or
with sensitive skin should not use seat
heaters.
* Not available on all models
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Controls
Pull the tab and roll up the sunshade all the
way. Use the hooks to hang it.
■Integrated Sunshades*1Integrated Sunshades*
Use the sunshades only when the windows are fully
closed. Using the shade while a window is open can
unhook and blow off the sh ade, hitting and hurting
anyone sitting near the window.
Tab
Hook
* Not available on all models
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uuCustomized Features u
Features
*1:Default SettingSetup
Group Customizable Features Descri
ption Selectable Settings
Vehicle
Settings Lighting
Setup
Interior Light Dimming
Time
Changes the length of time the interior lights stay
on after you close the doors. 60seconds/
30seconds
*1/
15seconds
Headlight Auto Off Timer Changes the length of time the exterior lights
stay on after you close the driver’s door. 60seconds/
30seconds/
15seconds
*1/
0seconds
Auto Light Sensitivity Changes the timing for the headlights to come
on. Max
/High /Mid
*1/
Low /Min
Driving
Position
Setup Memory Position Link
Turns the driving position
m e m o r y s y s t e m u s i n g a
remote transmitter on and off. On
*1/
Off
Easy Entry/Exit Moves the seat fully rearward and steering wheel
fully up when you get in/get out of the vehicle.
Changes the setting for this feature. Seat & Steering
Wheel
*1/
Seat Only /
Steering Wheel
Only /Off
Auto Seatbelt Tension
*Turns the setting for the automatic seat belt e-
pretensioner activation on and off. On*1/
Off
* Not available on all models
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uuBraking uCollision Mitigation Braking SystemTM (CMBSTM)*
Driving
The system may automatically shut off and the CMBSTM indicator will come on under
certain conditions. Some examples of th ese conditions are listed below. Other
conditions may reduce some of the CMBS
TM functions.
2 Front Sensor Camera* P. 363
■Environmental conditions
• Driving in bad weather (rain, fog, snow, etc.).
• Sudden changes between light and dark, such as an entrance or exit of a tunnel.
• There is little contrast between objects and the background.
• Driving into low sunlight (e.g., at dawn or dusk).
• Strong light is reflected onto the roadway.
• Driving in the shadows of trees, buildings, etc.
• Roadway objects or structures are misint erpreted as vehicles and pedestrians.
• Reflections on the interior of the front windshield.
■Roadway conditions
• Driving on a snowy or wet roadway (obscured lane marking, vehicle tracks,
reflected lights, road spray, high contrast).
• The road is hilly or the vehicle is approaching the crest of a hill.
• Driving on curvy, winding, or undulating roads.
■CMBSTM Conditions and Limitations
* Not available on all models
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Handling the Unexpected
Engine Does Not Start
Checking the Engine
If the engine does not start, check the starter.
Starter conditionChecklist
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. 513
uMake sure the keyless access remo te is in its operating range.
2ENGINE START/STOP Button Operating Range P. 155
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. 478●If the interior lights come on normally 2 Fuses P. 523
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 resp ond accordingly. Review the engine start procedure.
Follow its instructions, and try to start the engine again.
2
Starting the Engine P. 340
Check the immobilizer system indicator.
When the immobilizer system indicator is blinking, the engine cannot be started.
2Immobilizer System P. 149
Check the fuel level.
There should be enough fuel in the tank.
2 Fuel Gauge P. 110
Check the fuse.
Check all fuses, or have the vehicle checked by a dealer.
2Inspecting and Changing Fuses P. 530
If the problem continues:
2Emergency Towing P. 531
1Checking the Engine
If you must start the vehi cle immediately, use an
assisting vehicle to jump start it.
2 Jump Starting P. 515
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uuFuses uFuse Locations
Handling the Unexpected
Located under the dashboard.
Fuse locations are shown on the label on
the outer side of the side panel cover.
Locate the fuse in question by the fuse
number and label number.
■Driver’s Side Interior Fuse Box
Type A
Fuse Box
Fuse Label
■Circuit protected and fuse rating
Circuit ProtectedAmps
1AS Door Lock10 A
2RR AS Door Lock7.5 A
3DR Door Lock7.5 A
4FR AS Door Unlock10 A
5RR AS Door Unlock7.5 A
6DR Door Unlock7.5 A
7D/L Main20 A
8−−
9ETS TELE20 A
10 IG1 RR 15 A
11Meter*
Shifter*7.5 A
12 IG1 FR 20 A
13ACC7.5 A
14 − −
15DR P/Seat (SLI)20 A
16 S/R 20 A
17RR DR P/W20 A
18 Smart 10 A
19FR DR P/W20 A
20 − −
21Fuel Pump20 A
22 IG1 AS 15 A
23ABS/VSA*
Smart*7.5 A
24 ACG AS 7.5 A
25STRLD*7.5 A
26 IG2 HAC 7.5 A
27DRL(7.5 A)
28 ACC Key Lock 7.5 A
29DR P/Seat (LUM)7.5 A
30 INT Lights 7.5 A
31ETS TILT20 A
32 DR P/Seat (REC) 20 A
33−−
34−−
Circuit ProtectedAmps
* Not available on all models
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Information
Specifications
■Vehicle Specifications
*1: 2WD models
*2: AWD models
ModelAcura MDX
No. of Passengers:
Front 2
Rear 2nd Row 3 3rd Row 2
Total 7
Weights:Gross Vehicle
Weight RatingU.S.:5,368 lbs (2,435 kg)*1
5,677 lbs (2,575 kg)*2
Canada:2,575 kgGross Axle Weight
Rating (Front)U.S.:2,811 lbs (1,275 kg)*1
2,910 lbs (1,320 kg)*2
Canada:1,320 kgGross 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 kgAir Conditioning:Refrigerant TypeHFC-134a (R-134a)Charge Quantity23.8 – 25.6 oz (675 – 725 g)Lubricant TypePAG RL897
■
Engine Specifications
■ Fuel
■ Washer Fluid
Displacement211.8 cu-in (3,471 cm3)
Spark Plugs NGK DILZKR7B11G
TypeUnleaded premium gasoline, Pump octane
number of 91 or higher
Fuel Tank Capacity 19.5 US gal (73.8 ℓ)
Tank CapacityU.S.: 4 US qt (3.8 ℓ)
Canada: 5.6 US qt (5.3 ℓ)
■ Light Bulbs
■ Brake Fluid
Headlights (High/Low Beam)LED
Fog Lights*LEDFront Turn Signal/Side Marker/
Parking Lights28/8 W (Amber)
Daytime Running Lights LED
Side Turn Signal Lights (on Door
Mirrors)LED
Brake Lights 21 W
Rear Side Marker LightsLED
Taillights LED
Back-Up Lights21 W
Rear Turn Signal Lights 21 W
High-Mount Brake LightLED
Rear License Plate Light LED
Puddle Lights*LED
Interior Lights Front, Second Row and Third
Row Lights LED
Front and Rear Ambient Lights LED
Vanity Mirror Lights 1.4 W
Door Courtesy Lights 3.4 W
Door Inner Handle Lights LED
Console Compartment Light 1.4 W
Glove Box Light 1.4 W
Foot Lights 5 W
Cargo Area Lights 5 W
SpecifiedAcura Heavy Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3
* Not available on all models
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