2016 Acura MDX warning light

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uuIf a Tire Goes Flat uTemporarily Repairing a Flat Tire*
Handling the Unexpected
Temporarily Repairing a Flat Tire*
If the tire has a large cut or is otherwise se verely damaged, you will need to have the
vehicle towed. If the tire only has a smal l puncture, from a nail for instance, you can
use the temporary tire repair kit so that you can drive to the nearest service station
for a more permanent repair.
If a tire goes flat while driving, grasp the steering wheel firmly, and brake gradually
to reduce speed. Then stop in a safe place.
1. Park the vehicle on a firm, level, and non-slippery surface and apply the parking
brake.
2. Change the gear position to
(P.
3. Turn on the hazard warning lights an d set the power mode to VEHICLE OFF
(LOCK).
1 Temporarily Repairing a Flat Tire*
The kit should not be used in the following situations.
Instead, contact a dealer or a roadside assistant to
have the vehicle towed.
•The tire sealant has expired.
•More than one tire is punctured.•The puncture or cut is larger than 3/16 inch (4mm).
•The tire side wall is da maged or the puncture is
outside the contact area.
•Damage has been caused by driving with the tire
extremely under inflated.
•The tire bead is no longer seated.
•The rim is damaged.
Do not remove a nail or screw that punctured the
tire. If you remove it from the tire, you may not be
able to repair the puncture using the kit.
NOTICE
Do not use a puncture-repairing agent other than the
one provided in the kit that came with your vehicle. If
a different agent is used, you may permanently
damage the tire pressure sensor.
When the puncture is:Kit Use
Smaller than 3/16 inch (4 mm)Yes
Larger than 3/16 inch (4 mm)No
Contact
Area
* Not available on all models
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Handling the Unexpected
Jump Starting
Turn off the power to electric devices, such as audio and lights. Turn off the engine,
then open the hood. 1.Pull up on the engine cover, remove it from
the pins.
u Start on the passenger side and lift the
outermost edge of the cover.
u Move towards the driver side while
applying uniform upward pressure.
2. Connect the first jumper cable to your
vehicle’s battery + terminal.
3. Connect the other end of the first jumper
cable to the booster battery + terminal.
u Use a 12-volt booster battery only.
u When using an automotive battery
charger to boost your 12-volt battery,
select a lower charging voltage than 15
volts. Check the ch arger manual for the
proper setting.
4. Connect the second jumper cable to the
booster battery - terminal.
■Jump Starting Procedure1Jump Starting
Securely attach the jumper cables clips so that they
do not come off when the e ngine vibrates. Also be
careful not to tangle the ju mper cables or allow the
cable ends to touch each other while attaching or
detaching the jumper cables.
Battery performance degrades in cold conditions and
may prevent the engi ne from starting.
3WARNING
A battery can explode if you do not follow
the correct procedure, seriously injuring
anyone nearby.
Keep all sparks, open flames, and smoking
materials away from the battery.
Engine CoverPin
Booster Battery
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Handling the Unexpected
Overheating
How to Handle Overheating
Overheating symptoms are as follows:
•The temperature gauge needle is at the mark or the engine suddenly loses
power.
• Steam or spray comes out of the engine compartment.
■First thing to do
1. Immediately park the vehicle in a safe place.
2. Turn off all accessories and turn on the hazard warning lights.
u No steam or spray present: Keep the engine running and open the hood.
u Steam or spray is present: Turn off the engine and wait until it subsides.
Then, open the hood.
1 How to Handle Overheating
NOTICE
Continuing to drive with the temperature gauge
needle at the mark may damage the engine.
3WARNING
Steam and spray from an overheated
engine can seriously scald you.
Do not open the hood if steam is coming
out.
H
H
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Handling the Unexpected
Indicator, Coming On/Blinking
If the Low Oil Pressure Indicator Comes On
■Reasons for the indicator to come on
Comes on when the engine oil pressure is low.
■What to do as soon as the indicator comes on
1. Immediately park the vehicle on level ground in a safe place.
2. If necessary, turn the hazard warning lights on.
■What to do after parking the vehicle
1. Stop the engine and let it sit for about three minutes.
2. Open the hood and check the oil level.
2 Oil Check P. 451
3.Start the engine and check th e low oil pressure indicator.
u The indicator goes off: Start driving again.
u The indicator does not go off with in 10 seconds: Stop the engine
and contact a dealer for repairs immediately.
If the Charging System Indicator Comes On
■Reasons for the indicator to come on
Comes on when the battery is not being charged.
■What to do when th e indicator comes on
Turn off the climate control system, rear defogger, and other electrical
systems, and immediately co ntact a dealer for repairs.
1If the Low Oil Pressure Indicator Comes On
NOTICE
Running the engine with low oil pressure can cause
serious mechanical damage almost immediately.
1If the Charging System Indicator Comes On
If you need to stop temporarily, do not turn off the
engine. Restarting the engi ne may rapidly discharge
the battery.
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uuIndicator, Coming On/Blinking uIf the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator Comes On or Blinks
Handling the Unexpected
If the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator Comes On or
Blinks
■Reasons for the indicator to come on or blink
A tire pressure is significantly low. If there is a problem with the TPMS or
the compact spare tire
* is installed, the indica tor blinks for about one
minute, and then stays on.
■What to do when the indicator comes on
Stop your vehicle in a safe place. Ch eck the tire pressure and adjust the
pressure to the specified level. The sp ecified tire pressure is on a label on
the driver side doorjamb.
■What to do when the indicator blinks
Have the tire inspected by a dealer as soon as possible. If the compact
spare tire
* causes the indicator to blink, change the tire to a full-size tire.
The indicator goes off after driv ing for a few miles (kilometers).
If the Transmission Indicator Blinks along with the
Warning Message
■Reasons for the indicator to blink
There is a problem with the transmission.
■What to do when the indicator blinks
• Immediately have your vehi cle inspected by a dealer.
• Select
(N after starting the engine.
u Check if the
(N position in the instrume nt panel and the indicator
on the
(N button light/blink.
u The engine cannot be turned on unless the parking brake is set.
2 Starting the Engine P. 340
1If the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator Comes On or Blinks
NOTICE
Driving on an extremely unde rinflated tire can cause
it to overheat. An overheated tire can fail. Always
inflate your tires to the prescribed level.
TPMS Fill Assist provides visual and audible assistance
during tire pressure adjustment. With the power
mode in ON, while you adjust tire pressure up or
down, the system alerts you as follows:
Below recommended pressure: The beeper
sounds and exterior lights flash once every five
seconds.
At recommended pressure: The beeper sounds
and exterior lights flash ra pidly for ~ five seconds.
Above recommended pressure: The beeper
sounds and lights flash twice every three seconds.
1 If the Transmission Indicator Blinks along with the Warning
Message
You may not be able to start the engine.
Make sure to set the pa rking brake when parking
your vehicle.
Call a professional towing service if you need to tow
your vehicle.
2 Emergency Towing P. 531
* Not available on all models
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Index
Coolant (Engine)...................................... 455
Adding to the Radiator ........................... 456
Adding to the Reserve Tank .................... 455
Overheating ............................................ 517
Creeping (Automatic Transmission) ........ 346
Cross Traffic Monitor ............................... 430
Cruise Control .......................................... 360
Indicator ................................................... 81
Cup Holders .............................................. 191
Customized Features ....................... 117, 263
D
Daytime Running Lights .......................... 162
Dead Battery ............................................ 515
Defrosting the Windshield and
Windows ................................................. 207
Detachable Anchor .................................... 38
Devices that Emit Radio Waves ............... 539
Dimming Headlights .............................................. 159
Rearview Mirror ...................................... 172
Dipstick (Engine Oil) ................................ 451
Directional Signals (Turn Signal) ............. 158
Door Mirrors ............................................. 173
Doors ........................................................ 129
Auto Door Locking.................................. 141
Auto Door Unlocking .............................. 141
Door Open Message ................................. 32
Keys........................................................ 129 Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the
Inside............................................... 13, 138
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside.................................................. 131
Lockout Prevention System ...................... 135
DOT Tire Quality Grading ........................ 472
Driver’s Knee Airbag .................................. 48
Driving ....................................................... 321
Automatic Transmission ........................... 346
Braking .................................................... 412
Cruise Control ......................................... 360
Off-Highway Driving Guidelines ............... 338
Shifting Gear ........................................... 347
Starting the Engine .................................. 340
Driving Position Memory System ............. 169
Dust and Pollen Filter ............................... 484
E
Elapsed Time............................................. 114
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ............. 402
Emergency ................................................ 531
Emissions Testing (Readiness Codes) ....... 541
Engine ....................................................... 538
Coolant ................................................... 455
Jump Starting .......................................... 515
Oil ........................................................... 450
Remote Engine Start ................................ 342
Starting ................................................... 340
Engine Compartment Cover .................... 449Engine Coolant
......................................... 455
Adding to the Radiator ............................ 456
Adding to the Reserve Tank..................... 455
Overheating ............................................ 517
Temperature Gauge ................................ 110
Engine Oil ................................................. 450
Adding .................................................... 452
Checking................................................. 451
Displaying Oil Life .................................... 443
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 73, 519
Recommended Engine Oil ....................... 450
ENGINE START/STOP Button .................... 155
e-pretensioners ........................................... 35
EPS (Electric Power Steering)
System ............................................... 79, 521
Exhaust Gas Hazard (Carbon Monoxide) .. 68
Exterior Care (Cleaning) ........................... 487
Exterior Mirrors ........................................ 173F
FCW (Forward Collision Warning) ........... 379
Features .................................................... 213
Filters
Dust and Pollen ....................................... 484
Oil ........................................................... 453
Flat Tire ............................................. 493, 500
Floor Mats ................................................. 486
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Index
FluidsAutomatic Transmission ........................... 457
Brake ....................................................... 458
Engine Coolant ........................................ 455
Windshield Washer .................................. 458
Fog Lights .................................................. 162
Folding Down the Second Row Seat ....... 183
Folding Down the Third Row Seat .......... 184
Foot Brake ................................................. 413
Forward Collision Warning (FCW) with Pedestrian Detection .............................. 379
Front Airbags (SRS) ..................................... 44
Front Seats ................................................ 175
Adjusting ................................................. 175
Front Sensor Camera ................................ 363
Fuel ...................................................... 20, 435
Economy ................................................. 437
Gauge ..................................................... 110
Instant Fuel Economy ............................... 114
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 76
Range ...................................................... 114
Recommendation .................................... 435
Refueling ................................................. 435
Fuel Economy ............................................ 437
Fuel Fill Cap ......................................... 20, 436
Message .................................................. 520
Fuel Fill Door ....................................... 20, 436
Unable to Unlock ..................................... 532
Fuses .......................................................... 523
Inspecting and Changing ......................... 530
Locations ......................... 523, 526, 528, 529G
Gasoline (Fuel)
Economy ................................................. 437
Gauge ..................................................... 110
Information ............................................. 435
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 76
Refueling................................................. 435
Gauges ...................................................... 110
Gear Position Indicator ...................... 74, 349
Gear Shift Positions Automatic Transmission .......................... 347
Glass (care) ................................................ 488
Glove Box .................................................. 188
H
Handling the Unexpected ........................ 491
HandsFreeLink ® (HFL) ............................... 284
Auto Answer ........................................... 299
Automatic Import of Cellular Phonebook
and Call History ..................................... 301
Automatic Transferring............................ 299
Displaying Messages................................ 314
HFL Buttons............................................. 284
HFL Menus .............................................. 286
HFL Status Display ................................... 285
Limitations for Manual Operation ............ 285
Making a Call .......................................... 305
Options During a Call .............................. 311
Phone Setup............................................ 291
Receiving a Call ....................................... 310 Receiving a Text Message/e-mail ............. 312
Ring Tone ............................................... 300
Selecting a Mail Account......................... 313
Speed Dial .............................................. 302
To Create a Security PIN .......................... 298
To Set Up a Text/e-mail message
Options ................................................. 296
Use Contact Photo .................................. 300
Hazard Warning Button .............................. 4
HDMI Jack ..................................................... 7
Head Restraints ........................ 178, 179, 180
Headlight Washers ................................... 166
Headlights ................................................ 159
Aiming.................................................... 459
Automatic Operation .............................. 160
Dimming......................................... 159, 162
Operating ............................................... 159
Heated Door Mirrors ............................... 168
Heated Steering Wheel ........................... 196
Heated Windshield Button ...................... 168
Heater (Steering Wheel) .......................... 196
Heaters (Seat) ................................... 197, 198
HFL (HandsFreeLink ®) .............................. 284
High Beam Indicator .................................. 79
Hill Start Assist System ............................. 344
HomeLink ® Universal Transceiver ........... 282
I
Identification Numbers ............................ 538
Engine and Transmission ......................... 538
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Index
Vehicle Identification............................... 538
IDS (Integrated Dynamics System) .......... 359
IDS Button ................................................ 359
Illumination Control ................................ 167
Button .................................................... 167
Immobilizer System .................................. 149
Indicator ................................................... 80
Indicators .................................................... 72
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed Follow (LSF) ................... 87, 365
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) .................... 77
Auto Idle Stop........................................... 83
Auto Idle Stop System ............................... 83
Blind Spot Information (BSI) .............. 90, 406
Brake System (Amber) ............................... 72
Brake System (Red) ........................... 72, 521
Charging System............................... 73, 519
Collision Mitigati on Braking System
TM
(CMBSTM) .......................................... 90, 91
CRUISE CONTROL ............................. 81, 361
CRUISE MAIN.................................... 81, 360
Fog Lights ................................................. 80
Gear Position ............................................ 74
High Beam ................................................ 79
Immobilizer System ................................... 80
Keyless Access System............................... 82
Lane Departure Warning (LDW) ................ 85
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) ... 89, 396
Lights On .................................................. 80
Low Fuel ................................................... 76
Low Oil Pressure ............................... 73, 519 Low Tire Pressure/TPMS ............................. 79
Malfunction Indicator Lamp ............... 73, 520
Parking Brake and Brake System ........ 72, 521
Road Departure Mitigation (RDM) .............. 86
Seat Belt Reminder .............................. 34, 76
Security System Alarm ............................... 81
Speed-sensitive Electric Power Steering
(EPS) System .................................... 79, 521
Super Handling-All Wheel Drive
TM.............. 82
Supplemental Restraint System ............ 53, 77
System Message ........................................ 81
Turn Signal ................................................ 79
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA ®)
System............................................. 78, 402
VSA ® OFF .......................................... 78, 403
Information ............................................... 535
Instrument Panel ........................................ 71
Brightness Control ................................... 167
Integrated Dynamics System (IDS) ........... 359
IDS Button ............................................... 359
Interface Dial ............................................ 218
Interior Lights ........................................... 186
Interior Rearview Mirror .......................... 172
iPhone ............................................... 245, 262
iPod ................................................... 241, 262
J
Jack (Wheel Nut Wrench) ........................ 497
Jump Starting ........................................... 515
K
Key Number Tag ....................................... 130
Keyless Access System .............................. 132
Keyless Lockout Prevention ..................... 135
Keys ........................................................... 129
Lockout Prevention.................................. 135
Number Tag ............................................ 130
Rear Door Won’t Open............................ 140
Remote Transmitter ................................. 131
Two-way Keyless Access Remote ............. 129
Types and Functions ................................ 129
Kickdown (Automatic Transmission) ....... 346
L
Lane Departure Warning (LDW)............. 385
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) ......... 394
Indicator.................................................... 89
Language (HFL) ........................................ 285
LATCH (Child Seats) .............................. 61, 64
LDW (Lane Departure Warning) ............. 385
LED Puddle Light ...................................... 134
Lights ................................................. 159, 459
Automatic ............................................... 160
Bulb Replacement ................................... 459
Daytime Running Lights........................... 162
High Beam Indicator .................................. 79
Interior .................................................... 186
Light Switches ......................................... 159
Lights On Indicator .................................... 80
Turn Signals ............................................ 158
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