2016 Acura MDX Owner's Manual

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uuFuses uFuse Locations
Handling the Unexpected
Located on the lower side panel. Take off
the cover to open.
Fuse locations are shown on the cover.
■Passenger’s Side Interior Fuse
Box
Cover
Fuse Label
■Circuit protected and fuse rating
Circuit ProtectedAmps
1EPTR*(30 A)
2RR AS P/W20 A
3ACM20 A
4FR DEF*(15 A)
5AVS Heated Seat20 A
6FR AS P/W20 A
7AS P/Seat (SLI)20 A
8AS P/Seat (REC)20 A
9AS P/Seat (LUM)(7.5 A)
10Spare5 A
11Heated Steering*(10 A)
12−−
13−−
14RR ACC Socket20 A
15FR ACC Socket20 A
16−−
17−−
18AMP30 A
19SRS10 A
20AS ECU7.5 A
21Option7.5 A
22−−
23−−
24OPDS7.5 A
25ILLUMI (INT)5 A
26EPTL*(30 A)
27CTR ACC Socket20 A
28AC INVTR(30 A)
Circuit ProtectedAmps
* Not available on all models
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uuFuses uFuse Locations
Handling the Unexpected
Located on the left side of cargo area.
Remove the cover by prying on the edge of
the cover using a flat-tip screwdriver.
u Wrap the flat-tip screwdriver with a
cloth to prevent scratches.
Fuse locations are shown on the cover.
Locate the fuse in question by the fuse
number and box cover number.
■Rear Fuse Box
Fuse Label
Fuse BoxCover
■Circuit protected and fuse rating
Circuit ProtectedAmps
1PTG Closer20 A
2Trailer Small LT*(20 A)
3−−
4Fuel Lid7.5 A
5Seat Slide20 A
6−−
7RR Heat Seat*(20 A)
8−−
9Trailer Charge*(20 A)
10Trailer Back LT*(7.5 A)
11Trailer Hazard*(7.5 A)
12Rear Wiper10 A
13Rear ECU7.5 A
144WD(20 A)
15−−
16−−
17Trailer E-Brake*(20 A)
18PTG MTR40 A
* Not available on all models
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uuFuses uInspecting and Changing Fuses
Handling the Unexpected
Inspecting and Changing Fuses
1. Set the power mode to VEHICLE OFF
(LOCK). Turn headlight s and all accessories
off.
2. Remove the fuse box cover.
3. Check the large fuse in the engine
compartment.
u If the fuse is blown, use a Phillips-head
screwdriver to remo ve the screw and
replace it with a new one.
4. Inspect the small fuses in the engine
compartment and the vehicle interior.
u If there is a burned out fuse, remove it
with the fuse puller and replace it with a
new one.1Inspecting and Changing Fuses
NOTICE
Replacing a fuse with on e that has a higher rating
greatly increases the chances of damaging the
electrical system.
Replace fuse with a spare fuse of the same specified
amperage
Confirm the specified amperage using the charts on
P. 523 to P. 529.
There is a fuse puller in the engine compartment fuse
box.
Combined
Fuse Blown Fuse
Fuse Puller
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Handling the Unexpected
Emergency Towing
Call a professional towing service if you need to tow your vehicle.
■Flat bed equipment
The operator loads your vehicle on the back of a truck.
This is the best way to transport your vehicle.
■Wheel lift equipment
The tow truck uses two pivoti ng arms that go under the front tires and lift them off
the ground. The rear tires remain on the ground. This is an acceptable way to
tow your vehicle.
1 Emergency Towing
NOTICE
Trying to lift or tow your vehicle by the bumpers will
cause serious damage. The bumpers are not designed
to support the vehicle’s weight.
NOTICE
Improper towing such as towing behind a
motorhome or other motor vehicle can damage the
transmission.
Never tow your vehicle with just a rope or chain.
It is very dangerous since ropes or chains may shift
from side to side or break.
All models
2WD models
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Handling the Unexpected
When You Cannot Unlock the Fuel Fill Door
If you cannot unlock the fuel fill door, use the following procedure.1.Open the tailgate.
2. Lift the cargo floor lid by the handle in the
center.
3. Remove the cargo floor box and set it aside.
4. Wrap a cloth around the flat-tip
screwdriver. Put it in to the cover slot as
shown in the image, and remove the cover.
5. Pull the release lever toward you.
u The release lever unlocks the fuel fill door
when it is pulled.
■What to Do When Unable to Unlock the Fuel Fill Door1What to Do When Unable to Unlock the Fuel Fill Door
After taking these steps, cont act a dealer to have the
vehicle checked.
Cover
Release Lever
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Handling the Unexpected
When You Cannot Open the Tailgate
If you cannot open the tailgate, use the following procedure.1.Wrap a cloth around the flat-tip
screwdriver. Put it in to the cover as shown
in the image, and remove the cover.
2. To open the tailgate, push the tailgate
while sliding the lever to the right.
■What to Do When Unable to Open the Tailgate1What to Do When Unable to Open the Tailgate
What to do-following up
After taking these steps, cont act a dealer to have the
vehicle checked.
When you open the tailgate from inside, make sure
there is enough space around the tailgate, and it
does not hit anyone or any object.
Cover
Lever
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Information
This chapter includes your vehicle’s specifications, locations of identification numbers, and other
information required by regulation.
Specifications.................................... 536
Identification Numbers Vehicle Identification Number (VIN), Engine Number and Transmission
Number ......................................... 538
Devices that Emit Radio Waves ....... 539
Reporting Safety Defects ................. 540Emissions Testing
Testing of Readiness Codes.............. 541
Warranty Coverages ........................ 543
Authorized Manuals ......................... 545
Client Service Information ............... 546
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