2017 Acura MDX Hybrid Owner's Manual

California Proposition 65 Warning
Event Data Recorders
This vehicle is equipped with an event data recorder (EDR).
The main purpose of an EDR is to record, in certain crash or near
crash-like situations, such as an air bag deployment or hitting a
road obstacle, data that will assist in understanding how a vehicle’s
systems performed. The EDR is designed to record data related
to vehicle dynamics and safety systems for a short period of
time, typically 30 seconds or le ss. The EDR in this vehicle is
designed to record such data as:
• How various systems in your vehicle were operating;
• Whether or not the driver and passenger safety belts were
buckled/fastened;
• How far (if at all) the driver was depressing the accelerator
and/or brake pedal; and,
• How fast the vehicle was traveling.
These data can help provide a better understanding of the
circumstances in which crashes and injuries occur. NOTE: EDR data
are recorded by your vehicle only if a non-trivial crash situation
occurs; no data are recorded by the EDR under normal driving
conditions and no personal data (e.g., name, gender, age, and
crash location) are recorded. Howe ver, other parties, such as law
enforcement, could combine the EDR data with the type of
personally identifying data routinely acquired during a crash
investigation.
WARNING: This product contains or emits
chemicals known to the state of California to cause
cancer and birth defects or other reproductive
harm.
To read data recorded by an ED R, special equipment is required,
and access to the vehicle or the EDR is needed. In addition to the
vehicle manufacturer, other parties, such as law enforcement, that
have the special equipment, can re ad the information if they have
access to the vehicle or the EDR.
The data belongs to the vehicle ow ner and may not be accessed by
anyone else except as legally requir ed or with the permission of the
vehicle owner.
Service Diagnostic Recorders
This vehicle is equipped with se rvice-related devices that record
information about powertrain perfo rmance. The data can be used
to verify emissions law requirem ents and/or help technicians
diagnose and solve service problems. It may also be combined with
data from other sources for res earch purposes, but it remains
confidential. Some diagnostic and maintenance information is
uploaded to Acura upon vehicle start up.
California Perchlorate Contamination Prevention Act
The airbags, seat belt tensioners , and CR type batteries in this
vehicle may contain perchlorate ma terials - special handling may
apply. See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate/
As you read this manual, you will find information that is preceded
by a symbol. This information is intended to help you avoid
damage to your vehicle, othe r property, or the environment.
NOTICE
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A Few Words About Safety
Your safety, and the safety of others, is very important. And
operating this vehicle safely is an important responsibility.
To help you make informed decisions about safety, we have
provided operating procedures and other information on labels and
in this manual. This information alerts you to potential hazards that
could hurt you or others.
Of course, it is not practical or possible to warn you about all the
hazards associated with operating or maintaining your vehicle. You
must use your own good judgment. You will find this impo
rtant safety information in a variety of forms,
including:
● Safety Labels - on the vehicle.
● Safety Messages - preceded by a safety alert symbol
3 and
one of three signal words: DANGER, WARNING , or CAUTION .
These signal words mean:
● Safety Headings - such as Important Safety Precautions.
● Safety Section - such as Safe Driving.
● Instructions - how to use this vehi cle correctly and safely.
This entire book is filled with important safety information - please
read it carefully.
3 DANGERYou WILL be KILLED or SERIOUSLY HURT if
you don’t follow instructions.
3 WARNINGYou CAN be KILLED or SERIOUSLY HURT if
you don’t follow instructions.
3CAUTIONYou CAN be HURT if you don’t follow
instructions.
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Contents
This owner’s manual should be considered a permanent part of the
vehicle and should remain with the vehicle when it is sold.
This owner’s manual covers all models of your vehicle. You may find
descriptions of equipment and features that are not on your
particular model.
Images throughout this owner’s manu al (including the front cover)
represent features and equipment that are available on some, but
not all, models. Your particular mo del may not have some of these
features.
This owner’s manual is for vehicles sold in the United States and
Canada.
The information and specifications in cluded in this publication were
in effect at the time of approval for printing. Honda Motor Co., Ltd.
reserves the right, however, to discontinue or change specifications
or design at any time without notice and without incurring any
obligation.2 Safe Driving P. 31
For Safe Driving P. 32 Seat Belts P. 37 Airbags P. 45
2Instrument Panel P. 77
Indicators P. 78 Gauges and Multi-Information Display (MID) P. 117
2Controls P. 135
Clock P. 136 Locking and Unlocking the Doors P. 137
Opening and Closing the Moonroof P. 163
Adjusting the Seats P. 187
2 Features P. 227
Audio System P. 228
2Driving P. 229
Before Driving P. 230 Towing a Trailer P. 236
Parking Your Vehicle P. 316Multi-View Rear Camera P. 326
2Maintenance P. 331
Before Performing Maintenance P. 332 Maintenance MinderTM P. 335
Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades P. 357
Remote Control and Wireless Headphone Care
* P. 372
2 Handling the Unexpected P. 383
Tools P. 384 If a Tire Goes Flat P. 385
Indicator, Coming On/Blinking P. 412 Fuses P. 418
When You Cannot Open the Tailgate P. 429
2 Information P. 431
Specifications P. 432 Identification Numbers P. 434
Emissions Testing P. 437 Warranty Coverages P. 438
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Contents
Child Safety P. 60Exhaust Gas Hazard P. 75Safety Labels P. 76
Opening and Closing the Tailgate P. 151 Security System P. 158 Opening and Closing the Windows P. 161
Operating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel P. 164 Adjusting the Mirrors P. 184
Interior Lights/Interior Convenience It ems P. 201 Climate Control System P. 214
Off-Highway Driving Guidelines P. 237 When Driving P. 239 Braking P. 299
Refueling P. 327 Fuel Economy and CO
2 Emissions P. 330
Maintenance Under the Hood P. 339 Replacing Light Bulbs P. 352
Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 361 12-Volt Battery P. 370 Remote Transmitter Care P. 371
Climate Control System Maintenance P. 374 Cleaning P. 375Accessories and Modifications P. 380
Power System Won’t Start P. 404 Jump Starting P. 407 Overheating P. 409
Emergency Towing P. 427 When You Cannot Unlock the Fuel Fill Door P. 428
Refueling P. 430
Devices that Emit Radio Waves P. 435 Reporting Safety Defects P. 436
Authorized Manuals P. 440 Client Service Information P. 441
Quick Reference GuideP. 4
Safe DrivingP. 31
Instrument PanelP. 77
ControlsP. 135
FeaturesP. 227
DrivingP. 229
MaintenanceP. 331
Handling the UnexpectedP. 383
InformationP. 431
IndexP. 442
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Quick Reference Guide
Quick Reference Guide
Visual Index
❙Steering Wheel Adjustments (P183)
❙POWER Button (P164)
❙Navigation System
() See the Navigation System Manual
❙Audio/Information Screen
❙Hazard Warning Button
❙On Demand Multi-Use DisplayTM
❙Audio System
() See the Navigation System Manual
❙System Indicators (P78)
❙Gauges (P117)
❙Multi-Information Display
(MID)
(P119)
❙Climate Control System (P214)
❙Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror
Button
(P180)
❙ (Surround View Camera) Button*
() See the Navigation System Manual
❙ (Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA ®)
System OFF) Button
(P288)
❙Parking Sensor System Button* (P319)
❙Collision Mitigation Braking SystemTM
(CMBSTM) OFF Button (P310)
❙Headlight Washer Button* (P178)
❙Heated Windshield Button* (P180)
❙Electric Parking Brake Switch (P299)
❙Road Departure Mitigation (RDM)
Button
(P276)
❙Automatic Brake Hold Button (P303)
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Quick Reference Guide
❙Wipers/Washers (P175)
❙Audio Remote Controls
() See the Navigation System Manual
❙Paddle Shifter (Shift down) (P254)
❙Paddle Shifte r (Shift up) (P254)
❙Horn (Press an area around .)
❙Navigation System Voice Control Buttons
() See the Navigation System Manual
❙Brightness Control (P179)
❙Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low
Speed Follow (LSF) Buttons
(P259)
❙TRIP Button (P120)
❙Interval Button (P268)
❙Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) Button
(P281)
❙Multi-function Steering-wheel Controls
(P119)
❙Heated Steering Wheel Button* (P211)
❙Headlights/Turn Signals (P167, 168)
❙Fog Lights* (P171)
* Not available on all models
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Visual Index
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Quick Reference Guide❙Power Window Switches (P161)
❙Hood Release Handle (P340)
❙Driver’s Side Interior Fuse Box (P421)
❙Driver’s Knee Airbag (P52)
❙Memory Buttons (P182)
❙SET Button (P182)
❙Shift Button
Electronic Gear Selector
(P247)
❙Rearview Mirror (P184)
❙Driver’s Front Airbag (P48)
❙Accessory Power Socket (P208)
❙Passenger’s Side Interior Fuse
Box
(P424)
❙Glove Box (P203)
❙Door Mirror Controls (P185)
❙Power Door Lock Master Switch (P149)
❙Driver’s Side Interior Fuse Box (P422)
❙Passenger’s Front Airbag (P48)
❙Power Tailgate Button (P155)
❙Fuel Fill Door Release Button
(P328)
❙Dynamic Mode Button (P256)
❙USB Ports
() See the Navigation System Manual
❙Auxiliary Input Jack
() See the Navigation System Manual
❙Accessory Power Socket* (P208)
❙AC Power Outlet* (P209)
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Quick Reference Guide
❙Side Curtain Airbags (P56)
❙Grab Handle
❙Seat Belt with Detachable Anchor* (P42)
❙Accessory Power Socket (P209)
❙Side Airbags (P54)
❙Front Seat (P187)
❙Sun Visors
❙Vanity Mirrors
❙Coat Hook (P210)
❙Seat Belts (P40)
❙Rear Entertainment System* () See the Navigation System Manual
❙LATCH to Secure a Child Seat (P65)
❙Seat Belt (Installing a Child Seat) (P68)
❙Third Row Seat (P198)
❙Second Row Seat (P189)
❙USB Ports* () See the Navigation System Manual
❙Seat Belt to Secure a Child Seat (P68)
❙USB Ports () See the Navigation System Manual
Models with rear console compartment
❙Map Lights (P202)
❙Moonroof Switch (P163)
❙Sunglasses Holder (P211)
❙Cargo Area Lights (P202)
* Not available on all models
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