2017 Acura MDX Hybrid tire pressure

383
Handling the Unexpected
This chapter explains how to handle unexpected troubles.
ToolsTypes of Tools .................................. 384
If a Tire Goes Flat
Changing a Flat Tire
*....................... 385
Temporarily Repair ing a Flat Tire*..... 392
Power System Won’t Start ............... 404
Checking the Procedure ................... 404
If the Keyless Access Remote Battery is Weak ............................................. 405
Emergency Power System Off........... 406
Jump Starting .................................... 407
Overheating
How to Handle Overheating ............. 409 Indicator, Coming On/Blinking
If the Low Oil Pressure Indicator Comes On ... 412If the 12-Volt Battery Charging System
Indicator Comes On ....................... 412
If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes On or Blinks ................................... 413
If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On ................................................... 414
If the Speed-Sensitive Electric Power Steering (EPS) System Indicator Comes
On.................................................. 414
If the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator
Comes On or Blinks........................ 416 If the Transmission System Indicator Blinks
along with the Warning Message ...... 416
If the Power System Indicator Comes On .. 417Fuses Fuse Locations ................................. 418
Inspecting and Changing Fuses ........ 426
Emergency Towing ........................... 427
When You Cannot Unlock the Fuel Fill Door ................................................. 428
When You Cannot Open the Tailgate.. 429Refueling ........................................... 430Refueling From a Portable Fuel
Container ................................... 430
* Not available on all models
17 ACURA MDX E-AWD-31TRX6000.book 383 ページ ２０１７年１月２０日　金曜日　午後２時 ５３分

385Continued
Handling the Unexpected
If a Tire Goes Flat
Changing a Flat Tire*
If a tire goes flat while driving, grasp the steering wheel firmly, and brake gradually
to reduce speed. Then, stop in a safe plac e. Replace the flat tire with a compact
spare tire. Go to a dealer as soon as possib le to have the full-size tire repaired or
replaced.
1. Park the vehicle on a firm, level, 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.
1Changing a Flat Tire*
Follow compact spare precautions:
Periodically check the tire pressure of the compact
spare. It should be set to the specified pressure.
Specified Pressure: 60 psi (420 kPa, 4.2 kgf/cm
2)
When driving with the compact spare tire, keep the
vehicle speed under 50 mph (80 km/h). Replace with
a full-size tire as soon as possible.
The compact spare tire and wheel in your vehicle are
specifically for this model. Do not use them with
another vehicle. Do not us e another type of compact
spare tire or wheel with your vehicle.
Do not mount tire chains on a compact spare tire.
If a chain-mounted front tire goes flat, remove one of
the full-size rear tires and replace it with the compact
spare tire. Remove the flat front tire and replace it
with the full-size tire that was removed from the rear.
Mount the tire chains on the front tire.
Do not use a puncture-repairing agent other than the
one provided in the kit that came with your vehicle (if
equipped). If a different agent is used, you may
permanently damage the tire pressure sensor.
* Not available on all models
17 ACURA MDX E-AWD-31TRX6000.book 385 ページ ２０１７年１月２０日　金曜日　午後２時 ５３分

391
uuIf a Tire Goes Flat uChanging a Flat Tire*
Handling the Unexpected
1. Remove the center cap.
2. Place the flat tire face up under the hoist.
3. Insert the hoist bracke t into the center hole
of the flat tire.
4. Turn the wheel nut wrench with the jack
handle bar (clockwise) until the flat tire rests
against the underbody of the vehicle, and
you hear the hoist click.
5. Securely store the jack, wheel nut wrench,
and jack handle bar back in the tool case.
Store the case in the cargo area.
If you replace a flat tire wi th the spare tire, the low tire pressure/TPMS indicator comes
on while you are driving. After driving for a few miles (kilometers), the indicator will
start blinking for a short time and then stay on. Tire Pressure Monitor Problem
appears on the multi-information display (MID), but this is normal.
If you replace the tire with a specified regular tire, the warning message on the MID
and the low tire pressure/TPMS indicator will go off after a few miles (kilometers).
■Storing the Flat Tire1Storing the Flat Tire
3WARNING
Loose items can fly around the interior in a
crash and can seriously injure the
occupants.
Store the jack and tools securely before
driving.
Center Cap
Wheel Nut Wrench Jack Handle Bar
■TPMS and the Spare Tire1
TPMS and the Spare Tire
The system cannot monitor th e pressure of the spare
tire. Manually check the spare tire pressure to be sure
that it is correct.
Use TPMS specific wheels. Each is equipped with a
tire pressure sensor mounted inside the tire behind
the valve stem.
17 ACURA MDX E-AWD-31TRX6000.book 391 ページ ２０１７年１月２０日　金曜日　午後２時 ５３分

392
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 n on-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.
1Temporarily Repairing a Flat Tire*
The kit should not be used in the following situations
(Instead, contact a dealer or roadside assistance 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:Use Kit
Smaller than 3/16 inch (4 mm)Yes
Larger than 3/16 inch (4 mm)No
Contact
Area
* Not available on all models
17 ACURA MDX E-AWD-31TRX6000.book 392 ページ ２０１７年１月２０日　金曜日　午後２時 ５３分

Continued393
uuIf a Tire Goes Flat uTemporarily Repairing a Flat Tire*
Handling the Unexpected
■Getting Ready to Temporarily Repair the Flat Tire1Getting Ready to Temporarily Repair the Flat Tire
Repair notificati on label and speed restriction label
are applied to the side of temporary tire repair kit.
When making a temporary repair, carefully read the
instruction manual provided with the kit.
Pressure Relief Button AIR
Repair Notification Label Speed Restriction Label Pressure Gauge Power Plug
Instruction Manual
Sealant/Air Hose
Inflator Switch REPAIR
Selector Knob
17 ACURA MDX E-AWD-31TRX6000.book 393 ページ ２０１７年１月２０日　金曜日　午後２時
５３分

uuIf a Tire Goes Flat uTemporarily Repairing a Flat Tire*
396
Handling the Unexpected
4. Plug in the compressor to the accessory
power socket.
u Be careful not to pinch the cord in a
door or window.
u Do not plug any other electronic
devices into other accessory power
sockets.
2 Accessory Power Sockets P. 208
5.Turn the power system on.
u Keep the power system on while
injecting sealant and air.
2 Carbon Monoxide Gas P. 75
6.Turn the selector knob to REPAIR.
1Injecting Sealant and Air
NOTICE
Do not operate the temporary tire repair kit compressor
for more than 15 minu tes. The compressor can
overheat and become permanently damaged.
There are three accessory power sockets:
•In the console compartment•In the front of the center pocket•In the left side panel in the cargo area 2 Accessory Power Sockets P. 208
Until the sealant injection is complete, the pressure
shown on the pressure gauge will appear higher than
actual. After the sealant injection is complete the
pressure will drop and then begin to rise again as the
tire is inflated with air. This is normal. To accurately
measure the air pressure usi ng the gauge, turn the air
compressor off only after the sealant injection is
complete.
3WARNING
Running the engine with the vehicle in an
enclosed or even partly enclosed area can
cause a rapid build-up of toxic carbon
monoxide.
Breathing this colorless, odorless gas can
cause unconsciousness and even death.
Only run the engine to power the air
compressor with th e vehicle outdoors.
REPAIR
17 ACURA MDX E-AWD-31TRX6000.book 396 ページ ２０１７年１月２０日　金曜日　午後２時 ５３分

Continued397
uuIf a Tire Goes Flat uTemporarily Repairing a Flat Tire*
Handling the Unexpected
7. Press the inflator switch to turn on the
compressor.
u The compressor starts injecting sealant
and air into the tire.
u When the sealant injection is complete,
continue to add air.
8. After the air pressure reaches 35 psi (240
kPa), turn off the kit.
u To check the pressure, occasionally turn
off the compressor and read the gauge.
9. Unplug the power plug from the accessory
power socket.
10. Unscrew the sealant/ai r hose from the tire
valve stem. Reinstall the valve cap.
11. Press the pressure relief button until the
gauge returns to 0 psi (0 kPa).Pressure Gauge
ON
OFF
1Injecting Sealant and Air
If the required air pressure is not reached within 10
minutes, the tire may be too severely damaged for
the kit to provide the necessa ry seal, and your vehicle
will need to be towed.
See an Acura dealer for a replacement sealant bottle
and proper disposal of an empty bottle.
Sealant/Air Hose
Valve Stem
Pressure Relief Button
17 ACURA MDX E-AWD-31TRX6000.book 397 ページ ２０１７年１月２０日　金曜日　午後２時 ５３分

399
uuIf a Tire Goes Flat uTemporarily Repairing a Flat Tire*
Continued
Handling the Unexpected
4. Recheck the air pressure using the sealant/
air hose on the compressor.
5. Turn the selector knob to AIR.
u Do not turn the air compressor on to
check the pressure.
2 Inflating an Under-inflated Tire P. 401
6.If the air pressure is
• Less than 25 psi (175 kPa):
Do not add air or continue driving. The leak
is too severe. Call for help and have your
vehicle towed.
2 Emergency Towing P. 427
•35 psi (240 kPa) or more:
Continue driving for another 10 minutes or
until you reach the nearest service station,
whichever is sooner. Do not exceed 50 mph
(80 km/h). If you have not reached a service
station, stop and check the tire pressure.
u If the air pressure do es not go down after
10 minutes of driving, you do not need
to check the tire pressure again.
Sealant/Air Hose
AIR
ON
17 ACURA MDX E-AWD-31TRX6000.book 399 ページ ２０１７年１月２０日　金曜日　午後２時 ５３分