2016 Acura MDX fuel cap

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Quick Reference Guide
VSA® OFF Button (P403)
● The vehicle stability assist (VSA® ) system
helps stabilize the vehicle during
cornering, and helps maintain traction
while accelerating on loose or slippery
road surfaces.
● VSA ® comes on automatically every time
you start the engine.
● To turn VSA ® on or off, press and hold
the button until you hear a beep.
Cruise Control* (P360)
● Cruise control allows you to maintain a
set speed without keeping your foot on
the accelerator pedal.
● To use cruise control, press the CRUISE
*/
MAIN* button, then press the RES/+ /SET/–
switch once you have achieved the
desired speed (above 25 mph or 40 km/h).
Collision Mitigation
Braking System
TM
(CMBS
TM) OFF Button*
(P419)
● When a possible collision is likely
unavoidable, the CMBS
TM can help you to
reduce the vehicle sp eed and the severity
of the collision.
● To turn the CMBS
TM on or off, press and
hold the button until you hear a beep.
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) (P408, 522)
● The TPMS monitors tire pressure.
● TPMS is turned on automatically every time you start the engine.
● TPMS fill assist provides audible and visual guidance during tire pressure adjustment.
Refueling (P435)
aPress the fuel fill door
release button.
bTurn the fuel fill cap
slowly to remove the
cap.
cPlace the cap in the
holder on the fuel fill
door.
dAfter refueling, screw
the cap back on until it
clicks at least once.
Fuel recommendation: Unleaded premiu m gasoline with a pump octane
number 91 or higher recommended
Fuel tank capacity: 19.5 US gal (73.8 ℓ)
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uuIndicators uMulti-Information Display (MID) Warning and Information Messages
Instrument Panel
Multi-Information Display (MID) Warning and Information Messages
The following messages appear only on the MID. Roll the multi-function steering-wheel controls to see the message again with the system
message indicator on.
MessageConditionExplanation
●Appears if any door or the tailgate is not completely
closed.●Goes off when all doors an d the tailgate are closed.
●Appears when the hood is opened.●Close the hood.
●Appears when the fuel fill cap is loose or is not installed.
2Tighten Fuel Cap Message P. 520
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Driving
Refueling
Fuel Information
■Fuel recommendation
Use of lower octane gasoline can cause occasional metallic knocking noise in the
engine and will result in decreased engine performance.
Use of gasoline with a pump octane less than 87 can lead to engine damage.
■Top tier detergent gasoline
Because the level of detergency and additi ves in gasoline vary in the market, Acura
endorses the use of “TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline” where available to help
maintain the performance and reliability of your vehicle. TOP TIER Detergent
Gasoline meets a new gasoline standard jointly established by leading automotive
manufacturers to meet the needs of today’s advanced engines.
Qualifying gasoline retailers will, in most cases, identify their gasoline as having met
“TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline” standards at the retail location. This fuel is
guaranteed to contain the proper level of de tergent additives and be free of metallic
additives. The proper level of detergent ad ditives, and absence of harmful metallic
additives in gasoline, help avoid build-up of deposits in your engine and emission
control system.
For further important fuel-related information for your vehicle, or on information on
gasoline that does not contain MMT, visit Acura Owners at owners.acura.com In
Canada, visit www.acura.ca for additional informati on on gasoline. For more
information on top tier gasoline, visit www.toptiergas.com.
■Fuel tank capacity: 19.5 US gal (73.8 liters)
Unleaded premium gasoline, pump octane number 91 or higher
1Fuel Information
NOTICE
We recommend quality ga soline containing
detergent additives that help prevent fuel system and
engine deposits. In addition, in order to maintain
good performance, fuel economy, and emissions
control, we strongly reco mmend the use of gasoline
that does NOT contain harmful manganese-based
fuel additives such as MMT, if such gasoline is
available.
Use of gasoline with these additives may adversely
affect performance, a nd cause the malfunction
indicator lamp on your inst rument panel to come on.
If this happens, contact a dealer for service. Some
gasoline today is blended with oxygenates such as
ethanol. Your vehicle is designed to operate on
oxygenated gasoline containing up to 15% ethanol
by volume. Do not use gaso line containing methanol.
If you notice any undesira ble operating symptoms, try
another service station or sw itch to another brand of
gasoline.
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uuRefueling uHow to Refuel
Driving
How to Refuel
1. Stop your vehicle with the service station
pump on the left side of the vehicle in the
rear.
2. Turn off the engine.
3. Press the fuel fill door release button.
u The fuel fill door opens.
4. Remove the fuel fill cap slowly. If you hear a
release of air, wait unt il this stops, then turn
the knob slowly to open the fuel fill cap.
5. Place the fuel fill cap in the holder.
6. Insert the filler nozzle fully.
u When the tank is full, the filler nozzle will
click off automatically . This leaves space
in the fuel tank in case the fuel expands
with a change in the temperature.
7. After filling, replace the fuel fill cap,
tightening it until you hear it click at least
once.
u Shut the fuel fill door by hand.1How to Refuel
The filler nozzle automatically stops to leave space in
the fuel tank so that fuel does not overflow as a result
of changes in air temperature.
If the fuel filler nozzle keeps turning off when the
tank is not full, there ma y be a problem with the
pump’s fuel vapor recovery system. Try filling at
another pump. If this does not fix the problem,
consult a dealer.
Do not continue to add fuel after the nozzle has
automatically stopped. Addi tional fuel can exceed
the full tank capacity.
3WARNING
Gasoline is highly flammable and explosive.
You can be burned or seriously injured
when handling fuel.
• Stop the engine, and keep heat, sparks,
and flame away.
• Handle fuel only outdoors.
• Wipe up spills immediately.
Press
Cap
Holder
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uuIndicator, Coming On/Blinking uIf the Malfunction Indicato r Lamp Comes On or Blinks
Handling the Unexpected
If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes On or
Blinks
■Reasons for the indicator la mp to come on or blink
• Comes on if there is a problem wi th the engine emissions control
system, or the fuel fill cap is missing, or loose.
• Blinks when engine misfiring is detected.
■What to do when the indicator lamp comes on
Avoid high speeds and immediately get your vehicle inspected at a
dealer.
■What to do when the indicator lamp blinks
Park the vehicle in a safe place with no flammable items and wait at least
10 minutes or more with the engine stopped until it cools.
■The message appears on when:
An evaporative system leak is detected. This may be caused by the fuel fill cap being
loose or not being installed.
■What to do when the message appears:
1. Stop the engine.
2. Check if the fuel fill cap is fully installed.
u If not, loosen the cap, and then retighten it until it clicks at least once.
3. Drive for several days of normal driving.
u The message should go off.
■When the malfunction indicator lamp comes on
The malfunction indicator lamp comes on if the system continues to detect a leak of
the gasoline vapor. If this happens, follow the procedures described earlier to check
the fuel fill cap.
■Tighten Fuel Cap Message
1 If the Malfunction Indicato r Lamp Comes On or Blinks
NOTICE
If you drive with the malf unction indicator lamp on,
the emissions control system and the engine could be
damaged.
If the malfunction indicator lamp blinks again when
restarting the engine, drive to the nearest dealer at
31 mph (50 km/h) or less. Have your vehicle
inspected.
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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
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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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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
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Identification Numbers ............................ 538
Engine and Transmission ......................... 538
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