2017 Acura MDX Hybrid maintenance

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uuCleaning uExterior Care
Maintenance
Aluminum is susceptible to deterioration caused by salt and other road
contaminants. When necessary, as early as possible use a sponge and mild detergent
to wipe away these contaminants. Do no t use a stiff brush or harsh chemicals
(including some commercial wheel cleaners). These can damage the protective finish
on aluminum alloy wheels, resulting in corrosion. Depending on the type of finish,
the wheels also may lo se their luster or appear burn ished. To avoid water stains,
wipe the wheels dry with a cloth while they are still wet.
The inside lenses of exterior lights (headlights, brake light s, etc.) may fog temporarily
if you have driven in the rain, or after the vehicle has been run through a car wash.
Dew condensation also may build up inside the lenses when there is a significant
enough difference between the ambient and inside lens temperatures (similar to
vehicle windows fogging up in rainy conditions). These conditions are natural
processes, not structural design problems in the exterior lights.
Lens design characteristics ma y result in moisture developing on the light lens frame
surfaces. This also is not a malfunction.
However, if you see large amounts of wa ter accumulation, or large water drops
building up inside the lenses, have your vehicle inspected by a dealer.
■Maintaining Aluminum Wheels
■Fogged Exterior Light Lenses
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Maintenance
Accessories and Modifications
Accessories
When installing accessories, check the following:
• Do not install accessories on the windshie ld. They can obstruct your view and
delay your reaction to driving conditions.
• Do not install any access ories over areas marked SRS AIRBAG, on the sides or
backs of the front seats, on front or side pillars, or near the side windows.
Accessories installed in these areas may interfere with proper operation of the
vehicle’s airbags or may be propelled into you or another occupant if the airbags
deploy.
• Be sure electronic accessories do not over load electrical circuits or interfere with
proper operation of your vehicle.
2 Fuses P. 418
•Before installing any electronic accessory, have the inst aller contact a dealer for
assistance. If possible, have a d ealer inspect the final installation.
1Accessories and Modifications
Acura Genuine accessori es are recommended to
ensure proper operati on on your vehicle.
3WARNING
Improper accessories or modifications can
affect your vehicle’s handling, stability, and
performance, and cause a crash in which
you can be seriously hurt or killed.
Follow all instruction s in this owner’s
manual regarding accessories and
modifications.
3WARNING
Use of improperly designed, engineered or
manufactured high-voltage battery
assemblies could cause a fire in your
vehicle.
A vehicle fire could result in a crash or
injury.
Only use a genuine Acura high-voltage
battery assembly, or its equivalent, in your
vehicle.
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uuAccessories and Modifications uModifications
Maintenance
Modifications
Do not modify your vehicle in a manner that may affect its handling, stability, or
reliability, or install non-genuine Acura pa rts or accessories that may have a similar
effect.
The on-board diagnostic port (OBD-II/J2534 connector) installed on this vehicle only
is intended to be used with automobile system diagnostic devices. Use of any other
type of device may adversely affect the vehi cle’s electronic systems or allow them to
be compromised, and could result in a sy stem malfunction, drained battery or other
unexpected problem.
Even minor modifications to vehicle systems can affect overall vehicle performance.
Always make sure all equipment is properly installed and maintained, and do not
make any modification to your vehicle or its systems that might cause your vehicle
to no longer meet federal, state, pr ovince, territory, and local regulations.
Do not modify or attempt to repair your vehicle’s high-voltage hybrid power system
or otherwise modify vehicle electrical syst ems. Disassembling or modifying electrical
equipment can result in a crash or a fire.
If you ever need to replace your vehicle’s high-voltage battery assembly outside of
warranty coverage, we highly recommend that you only use a genuine Acura high-
voltage battery assembly. Genuine Acura high-voltage battery assemblies are
designed to work with your vehicle's hybrid power system and have been designed,
engineered and manufactured to avoid overcharging situations. Non-genuine high-
voltage battery assemblies may not have b een similarly designed, engineered and
manufactured, and installation of such assemb lies could result in overcharging, fires,
loss of power, or other conditions that may increase the likelihood of a crash or
injury.
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Index
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Index
Index
A
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System)................... 305
AC Power Outlet ....................................... 209
Accessories and Modifications ................. 380
Accessory Power Sockets .......................... 208
Acoustic Vehicle Alerting System ............ 255
AcuraWatch
TM............................................. 24
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low
Speed Follow (LSF) .................................. 259
Indicator .................................................... 94
Additives
Coolant ................................................... 347
Engine Oil ................................................ 342
Washer .................................................... 351
Additives, Engine Oil ................................ 342
Adjusting Armrest ................................................... 199
Front Seats .............................................. 187
Head Restraints........................ 193, 195, 196
Headlights ............................................... 352
Mirrors .................................................... 184
Rear Seats................................................ 198
Steering Wheel ........................................ 183
Temperature ............................................ 121
Agile Handling Assist ................................ 289
Air Conditioning System (Climate Control System) .................................................... 214
Changing the Mode ................................ 217
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows ............................................... 221
Dust and Pollen Filter ............................... 374 Rear Climate Control System ................... 222
Sensors ................................................... 226
Synchronized Mode................................. 218
Using Automatic Climate Control ............ 214
Air Pressure ....................................... 362, 433
Airbags ........................................................ 45
Advanced Airbags ..................................... 51
After a Collision ........................................ 49
Airbag Care............................................... 59
Driver’s Knee Airbag.................................. 52
Event Data Recorder .................................... 0
Front Airbags (SRS) .................................... 48
Indicator.............................................. 57, 87
Passenger Front Airbag Off Indicator ......... 58
Sensors ..................................................... 45
Side Airbags .............................................. 54
Side Curtain Airbags.................................. 56
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) .................. 305
Indicator.................................................... 87
Armrest ..................................................... 199
Audio System ............................................ 228
Authorized Manuals ................................ 440
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking ................. 150
Customize ............................................... 131
Auto Engine Stop/Start .............................. 13
Auto High-Beam ....................................... 172
Indicator.................................................... 87
Automatic Brake Hold ............................. 303
Indicator.................................................. 303
Automatic Brake Hold System Indicator.................................................. 303 Automatic Folding Door Mirror
.............. 186
Automatic Intermittent Wipers .............. 176
Automatic Lighting .................................. 169
Average Fuel Economy ............................ 121
Average Speed ......................................... 122B
Back-Up Light........................................... 355
Battery ...................................................... 370
12-Volt ................................................... 370
12-Volt Battery Charging System Indicator ......................................... 82, 412
High Voltage........................................... 298
Jump Starting ......................................... 407
Maintenance (Checking the 12-Volt Battery) ................................................. 370
Maintenance (Replacing) ......................... 371
Battery Types .............................................. 12
Belts (Seat) .................................................. 37
Beverage Holders ..................................... 206
Blind Spot Information (BSI) System ....... 291
Indicator ................................................... 98
Booster Seats (For Children) ...................... 74
Brake System ............................................ 299
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) .................. 305
Automatic Brake Hold ............................. 303
Brake Assist System................................. 306
Brake System Indicator .............................. 79
Fluid ....................................................... 351
Foot Brake .............................................. 302
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Index
Supplemental Restraint System ............ 57, 87
System Message ........................................ 91
Transmission System .......................... 84, 416
Turn Signal ................................................ 89
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA®)
System ............................................. 88, 287
VSA ® OFF .......................................... 88, 288
Information ............................................... 431
Instrument Panel ........................................ 77
Brightness Control ................................... 179
Integrated Dynamics System (IDS) ........... 256
Dynamic Mode button ............................. 256
Interior Lights ........................................... 201
Interior Rearview Mirror .......................... 184
J
Jack (Wheel Nut Wrench) ......................... 389
Jump Starting ............................................ 407
K
Key Number Tag ....................................... 138
Keyless Access System ............................... 139
Keyless Lockout Prevention ..................... 145
Keys ........................................................... 137
Lockout Prevention .................................. 145
Number Tag ............................................ 138
Rear Door Won’t Open ............................ 149
Remote Transmitter ................................. 144
Types and Functions ................................ 137 Kickdown (Dual Clutch Transmission)
..... 246
L
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS)......... 279
Indicator.................................................... 92
LATCH (Child Seats) .............................. 65, 70
LED Puddle Light ...................................... 143
Lights ................................................. 168, 352
Automatic ............................................... 169
Bulb Replacement ................................... 352
Daytime Running Lights........................... 171
High Beam Indicator .................................. 89
Interior .................................................... 201
Light Switches ......................................... 168
Lights On Indicator .................................... 90
Turn Signals ............................................ 167
Load Limits ................................................ 233
Locking/Unlocking .................................... 137
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking.................. 150
Childproof Door Locks............................. 149
From Inside ............................................. 147
From Outside .......................................... 139
Keys ........................................................ 137
Using a Key ............................................. 145
Lockout Prevention System ..................... 145
Low Battery Charge ................................. 412
Low Fuel Indicator ...................................... 85
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 82, 412
Lower Anchors ...................................... 65, 70
Lubricant Specifications Chart ................. 433Luggage (Maximum Load Limit)
............. 233
Lumbar Support ....................................... 187M
Maintenance............................................ 331
12-Volt Battery ....................................... 370
Brake Fluid .............................................. 351
Cleaning ................................................. 375
Climate Control System .......................... 374
Coolant .................................................. 347
Maintenance Minder
TM............................ 335
Oil .......................................................... 343
Precautions ............................................. 332
Radiator .................................................. 348
Remote Control ...................................... 372
Remote Transmitter ................................ 371
Replacing Light Bulbs .............................. 352
Safety ..................................................... 333
Service Items ........................................... 337
Tires........................................................ 361
Transmission Fluid ................................... 350
Under the Hood ...................................... 339
Wireless Headphone ............................... 373
Malfunction Indicator Lamp ............. 82, 413
Map Lights ................................................ 202
Maximum Load Limit ............................... 233
Meters, Gauges ........................................ 117
MID (Multi-information Display) ............ 119
Mirrors ...................................................... 184
Adjusting ................................................ 184
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