2017 Acura MDX brake fluid

480
uuMaintenance Under the Hood uBrake Fluid
Maintenance
Brake Fluid
The fluid level should be between the MIN
and MAX marks on the side of the reserve
tank.
Refilling Window Washer Fluid
If the washer fluid is low, a message appears on the MID.
Pour the washer fluid carefully. Do not overflow the reservoir.
Specified fluid: Acura Heavy Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3
■Checking the Brake Fluid
1Brake Fluid
NOTICE
Brake fluid marked DOT 5 is not compatible with your
vehicle’s braking system and can cause extensive
damage.
If the specified brake fluid is not available, you should
use only DOT 3 or DOT 4 fluid from a sealed
container as a temporary replacement.
Using any non-Acura brake fl uid can cause corrosion
and decrease the longevity of the system. Have the
brake system flushed and re filled with Acura Heavy
Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3 as soon as possible.
If the brake fluid level is at or below the MIN mark,
have a dealer inspect the vehicle for leaks or worn
brake pads as soon as possible.
Brake Reserve Tank
MIN
MAX
1 Refilling Window Washer Fluid
NOTICE
Do not use engine antifreeze or a vinegar/water
solution in the windshield washer reservoir.
Antifreeze can damage y our vehicle’s paint. A
vinegar/water solution ca n damage the windshield
washer pump.
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uuIndicator, Comin g On/BlinkinguIf the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On
Handling the Unexpected
If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On
■Reasons for the indicator to come on
• The brake fluid is low.
• There is a malfunction in the brake system.
■What to do when the indica tor comes on while driving
Depress the brake pedal lightly to check pedal pressure.
• If normal, check the brake fluid level the next time you stop.
• If abnormal, take immediate acti on. If necessary, downshift the
transmission to slow the vehicle using engine braking.
If the Speed-Sensitive Electric Power Steering (EPS)
System Indicator Comes On
■Reasons for the indicator to come on
• Comes on when there is a problem with the EPS system.
• If you depress the accelerator pedal repeatedly to increase the engine
speed while the engine is idling, the indicator comes on, and
sometimes the steering wheel becomes harder to operate.
■What to do when th e indicator comes on
Stop the vehicle in a safe place and restart the engine.
If the indicator comes on and stays on, immediately have your vehicle
inspected by a dealer.
1 If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On
Have your vehicle re paired immediately.
It is dangerous to drive with low brake fluid. If there
is no resistance from the brake pedal, stop
immediately in a safe plac e. If necessary downshift
the gears.
If the brake system indicator and ABS indicator come
on simultaneously, the elec tronic brake distribution
system is not working. Th is can result in vehicle
instability under sudden braking.
Have your vehicle inspecte d by a dealer immediately.U.S.
Canada
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Handling the Unexpected
Fuses
Fuse Locations
If any electrical devices are not working, set
the power mode to VEHICLE OFF (LOCK)
and check to see if any applicable fuse is
blown.
Fuse locations are shown on the fuse box
cover. Locate the fuse in question by the
fuse number and box cover number.
Located near the brake fluid reservoir. Push
the tabs to open the box.
■Engine Compartment Fuse
Box Type A
Tab
■Circuit protected and fuse rating
Circuit ProtectedAmps
1STRLD*27.5 A
2−−
3ACG FR15 A
4 Washer 15 A
5IG1 OP*1(7.5 A)
6 ECU FR 7.5 A
7VBSOL*1(10 A)
Starter*27.5 A
8FI Sub 15A
9DBW15 A
10 FI Main 15 A
11IG Coil15 A
12 DRL R 10 A
13DRL L10 A
14 Injector 20 A
15Radio*120 A*1:Models without Auto Idle Stop
*2:Models with Auto Idle Stop 16 Back Up 10 A
17MG Clutch(7.5 A)
18 FR Fog*7.5 A
19−−
20 H/L HI R 7.5 A
21−−
22 Small*110 A
23−−
24 H/L HI L 7.5 A
25SBW15 A
26 H/L LO R 10 A
27H/L LO L10 A
28 Oil LVL 7.5 A
29Main Fan30 A
30 Sub Fan 30 A
31Wiper Main30 A
Circuit ProtectedAmps
* Not available on all models
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Information
Specifications
■Vehicle Specifications
*1: Models with second row captain seat
*2: Models with second row bench seat
*3: 2WD models
*4: AWD models
ModelAcura MDX
No. of Passengers:
Front 2
Rear (2nd) 2
*1
3*2
Rear (3rd)
2
Total 6*1
7*2
Weights:Gross Vehicle Weight
RatingU.S.:5,368 lbs (2,435 kg)*3
5,677 lbs (2,575 kg)*4
Canada:2,435 kg*3
2,575 kg*4
Gross Axle Weight
Rating (Front)U.S.:2,811 lbs (1,275 kg)*3
2,910 lbs (1,320 kg)*4
Canada:1,275 kg*3
1,320 kg*4
Gross Axle Weight
Rating (Rear)U.S.:2,734 lbs (1,240 kg)*3
2,965 lbs (1,345 kg)*4
Canada:1,240 kg*3
1,345 kg*4
Gross Combined Weight
RatingU.S.: 8,036 lbs (3,645 kg)*3
9,833 lbs (4,460 kg)*4
Canada:3,645 kg*3
4,460 kg*4
■
Air Conditioning
■ Engine Specifications
■ Fuel
■ Washer Fluid
Refrigerant TypeHFC-134a (R-134a)
Charge Quantity 23.8 – 25.6 oz (675 – 725 g)
Lubricant TypePAG RL897
Quantity 7.75 – 9.33 cu-in (127 – 153 cm3)
(20% RATIO)
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 LightsLED
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 Lights 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
Front and Rear
* Console
Compartment Lights LED
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
572
Index
Index
A
AAC.................................................... 260, 270
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) ................... 434
AC Power Outlet ....................................... 208
Accessories and Modifications ................. 511
Accessory Power Sockets .......................... 207
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed Follow (LSF) .................................. 390
Indicator .................................................... 91
Additives Coolant ................................................... 477
Engine Oil ................................................ 472
Washer .................................................... 480
Additives, Engine Oil ................................ 472
Adjusting Armrest ................................................... 198
Front Seats .............................................. 186
Head Restraints........................ 192, 194, 195
Headlights ............................................... 481
Mirrors .................................................... 183
Rear Seats................................................ 197
Steering Wheel ........................................ 182
Temperature ............................................ 119
Agile Handling Assist System ................... 420
Aha
TM Menu .............................................. 269
AhaTM Radio .............................................. 280
Air Conditioning System (Climate Control System) .................................................... 213
Changing the Mode ................................ 216
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows ............................................... 220 Dust and Pollen Filter............................... 505
Rear Climate Control System ................... 221
Sensors ................................................... 225
Synchronized Mode................................. 217
Using Automatic Climate Control ............ 213
Air Pressure ....................................... 491, 561
Airbags ........................................................ 41
Advanced Airbags ..................................... 47
After a Collision ........................................ 45
Airbag Care............................................... 55
Driver’s Knee Airbag.................................. 48
Event Data Recorder .................................... 0
Front Airbags (SRS) .................................... 44
Indicator.............................................. 53, 82
Passenger Front Airbag Off Indicator ......... 54
Sensors ..................................................... 41
Side Airbags .............................................. 50
Side Curtain Airbags.................................. 52
AM/FM Radio ............................................ 245
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) .................. 434
Indicator.................................................... 82
Armrest ..................................................... 198
Audio Remote Controls ........................... 231
Audio System ............................................ 228
Adjusting the Sound................................ 243
Auxiliary Input Jack.................................. 230
Error Messages ........................................ 276
General Information ................................ 281
Internet Radio ......................................... 267
iPod ........................................................ 263
MP3/WMA/AAC .............................. 260, 270 Reactivating ............................................ 230
Recommended CDs ................................ 282
Recommended Devices ........................... 284
Remote Controls ..................................... 231
Security Code ......................................... 230
Shortcuts ................................................ 234
Theft Protection ...................................... 230
USB Flash Drives.............................. 270, 284
USB Port ................................................. 229
Authorized Manuals ................................ 569
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking ................ 149
Customize ...................................... 129, 298
Auto High-Beam ...................................... 171
Indicator ................................................... 82
Auto Idle Stop .......................................... 382
OFF Button ............................................. 382
Auto Idle Stop Indicator (Green) .............. 88
Auto Idle Stop System Indicator (Amber) ..................................................... 88
Automatic Brake Hold ............................. 432
Indicator ................................................. 432
Automatic Brake Hold System
Indicator ................................................. 432
Automatic Folding Door Mirror .............. 185
Automatic Intermittent Wipers .............. 175
Automatic Lighting .................................. 168
Automatic Transmission .......................... 373
Creeping................................................. 373
Fluid ....................................................... 479
Kickdown ............................................... 373
Operating the Shift Button ...................... 376
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Index
Shifting ................................................... 374
Auxiliary Input Jack ................................. 230
Average Fuel Economy ............................ 119
Average Speed ......................................... 120
AWD ......................................................... 423
B
Back-Up Light ........................................... 484
Battery ...................................................... 499
Charging System Indicator ................ 78, 541
Jump Starting ......................................... 537
Maintenance (Checking the Battery) ....... 499
Belts (Seat) .................................................. 33
Beverage Holders ..................................... 205
Blind Spot Information (BSI) System ....... 421
Indicator ................................................... 95
Bluetooth ® Audio ..................................... 273
Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ®.................... 310
Booster Seats (For Children) ...................... 70
Brake System ............................................ 428
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) .................. 434
Automatic Brake Hold ............................. 432
Brake Assist System................................. 435
Brake System Indicator .............................. 75
Fluid ....................................................... 480
Foot Brake .............................................. 431
Indicator ..................................... 74, 75, 543
Parking Brake.......................................... 428
Brake System (Amber)
Indicator ................................................... 75 Brake System (Red)
Indicator ............................................ 74, 543
Brightness Control (Instrument Panel) .... 178
BSI (Blind Spot Information) System ....... 421
Bulb Replacement .................................... 481
Back-Up Light .......................................... 484
Brake Light and Rear Turn Signal Light ..... 482
Fog Lights ................................................ 481
Front Turn Signal/ Parking, Daytime
Running and Front Side Marker Lights ... 481
Headlights ............................................... 481
High-Mount Brake Light .......................... 485
Puddle Lights ........................................... 485
Rear License Plate Lights .......................... 485
Side Turn Signal/Em ergency Indicator
Lights .................................................... 481
Taillights .................................................. 484
Taillights/Rear Side Maker Lights .............. 483
Bulb Specifications ................................... 560
C
Car Wash Mode........................................ 378
Carbon Monoxide Gas ................................ 71
Carrying Cargo .................................. 349, 351
CD Player ................................................... 260
Center Pocket ........................................... 204
Certification Label .................................... 562
Changing Bulbs ......................................... 481
Charging System Indicator ................. 78, 541Child Safety
................................................. 56
Childproof Door Locks............................. 148
Child Seat .................................................... 56
Booster Seats ............................................ 70
Child Seat for Infants................................. 58
Child Seat for Small Children ..................... 59
Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/Shoulder
Seat Belt .................................................. 64
Larger Children ......................................... 69
Rear-facing Child Seat ............................... 58
Selecting a Child Seat ................................ 60
Childproof Door Locks ............................. 148
Cleaning the Exterior ............................... 508
Cleaning the Interior ................................ 506
Client Service Information ....................... 570
Climate Control System ............................ 213
Changing the Mode ................................ 216
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows ............................................... 220
Dust and Pollen Filter............................... 505
Rear Climate Control System ................... 221
Sensors ................................................... 225
Synchronized Mode................................. 217
Using Automatic Climate Control ............ 213
Clock .......................................................... 134
CMBS
TM (Collision Mitigation Braking
SystemTM) ................................................. 436
Coat Hook ................................................. 209
Collision Mitigation Braking System
TM
(CMBSTM) ................................................. 436
Compact Spare Tire .......................... 515, 561
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Index
FluidsAutomatic Transmission .......................... 479
Brake ...................................................... 480
Engine Coolant ....................................... 477
Windshield Washer ................................. 480
Fog Lights ................................................. 170
Folding Down the Second Row Seat ...... 191
Folding Down the Third Row Seat .......... 197
Foot Brake ................................................ 431
Front Airbags (SRS) .................................... 44
Front Seats ................................................ 186
Adjusting ................................................ 186
Front Sensor Camera ............................... 388
Fuel ..................................................... 20, 456
Fuel Economy and CO
2 Emissions ............ 459
Gauge .................................................... 116
Instant Fuel Economy .............................. 120
Low Fuel Indicator..................................... 81
Range ..................................................... 120
Recommendation.................................... 456
Refueling ................................................ 456
Fuel Economy and CO
2 Emissions ............ 459
Fuel Fill Cap ................................................ 20
Fuel Fill Door ...................................... 20, 457
Unable to Unlock .................................... 555
Fuses ......................................................... 546
Inspecting and Changing ........................ 553
Locations ........................ 546, 549, 551, 552
G
Gasoline (Fuel)
Economy ................................................. 459
Gauge ..................................................... 116
Information ............................................. 456
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 81
Refueling ................................................. 456
Gauges ...................................................... 116
Gear Position Indicator ...................... 79, 376
Gear Shift Positions Automatic Transmission ........................... 374
Glass (care) ................................................ 509
Glove Box .................................................. 202
H
Handling the Unexpected ........................ 513
HandsFreeLink ® (HFL) ............................... 310
Auto Answer ........................................... 325
Automatic Import of Cellular Phonebook
and Call History ..................................... 327
Automatic Transferring ............................ 325
Displaying Messages ................................ 340
HFL Buttons ............................................. 310
HFL Menus .............................................. 312
HFL Status Display ................................... 311
Limitations for Manua l Operation ............ 311
Making a Call .......................................... 331
Options During a Call .............................. 337
Phone Setup ............................................ 317
Receiving a Call ....................................... 336 Receiving a Text Message/e-mail.............. 338
Ring Tone................................................ 326
Selecting a Mail Account ......................... 339
Speed Dial ............................................... 328
To Create a Security PIN .......................... 324
To Set Up a Text/e-mail message
Options ................................................. 322
Use Contact Photo .................................. 326
Hazard Warning Button .............................. 4
HDMI Jack ..................................................... 7
Head Restraints ........................ 192, 194, 195
Headlight Washers ................................... 177
Headlights ................................................. 167
Aiming .................................................... 481
Auto High-Beam System.......................... 171
Automatic Operation............................... 168
Dimming ......................................... 167, 170
Operating................................................ 167
Heated Door Mirrors ................................ 179
Heated Steering Wheel ............................ 210
Heated Windshield ................................... 179
Heater (Steering Wheel) .......................... 210
Heaters (Seat) ................................... 211, 212
HFL (HandsFreeLink ®)............................... 310
High Beam Indicator .................................. 84
Hill Start Assist System ............................. 371
HomeLink ® Universal Transceiver ............ 307
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Index
Lights On Indicator.................................... 85
Turn Signals ............................................ 166
Load Limits ............................................... 351
Locking/Unlocking ................................... 135
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking ................. 149
Childproof Door Locks ............................ 148
From Inside ............................................. 146
From Outside .......................................... 138
Keys........................................................ 135
Using a Key............................................. 144
Lockout Prevention System ..................... 144
Low Battery Charge ................................. 541
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 81
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 78, 541
Lower Anchors ..................................... 61, 66
Lubricant Specifications Chart ................ 561
Luggage (Maximum Load Limit) ............. 351
Lumbar Support ....................................... 186
M
Maintenance............................................ 461
Battery .................................................... 499
Brake Fluid .............................................. 480
Cleaning ................................................. 506
Climate Control System .......................... 505
Coolant .................................................. 477
Maintenance Minder
TM............................ 465
Oil .......................................................... 473
Precautions ............................................. 462
Radiator .................................................. 478 Remote Control ....................................... 503
Remote Transmitter ......................... 501, 502
Replacing Light Bulbs ............................... 481
Safety ...................................................... 463
Service Items ........................................... 467
Tires ........................................................ 490
Transmission Fluid ................................... 479
Under the Hood ...................................... 469
Wireless Headphone ................................ 504
Malfunction Indicator Lamp .............. 78, 542
Map Lights ................................................ 201
Maximum Load Limit ............................... 351
Meters, Gauges ......................................... 116
MID (Multi-information Display) ............. 117
Mirrors ....................................................... 183
Adjusting ................................................. 183
Door........................................................ 184
Exterior .................................................... 184
Interior Rearview ..................................... 183
Modifications (and Accessories) .............. 511
Moonroof .................................................. 162
MP3 ................................................... 260, 270
Multi-function Steering-wheel Controls ................................................... 117
Multi-Information Display (MID) ............. 117
Multi-View Rear Camera .......................... 455N
Numbers (Identification).......................... 562
O
Odometer................................................. 118
Off-Highway Driving Guidelines ............. 365
Oil (Engine) ............................................... 472
Adding .................................................... 474
Checking................................................. 473
Displaying Oil Life .................................... 465
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 78, 541
Recommended Engine Oil ....................... 472
Viscosity .................................................. 472
On Demand Multi-Use Display
TM............. 233
Opening/Closing Hood....................................................... 470
Moonroof ............................................... 162
Power Windows ...................................... 160
Tailgate ................................................... 150
Operating the Switches Around the
Steering Wheel ....................................... 163
Outside Temperature Display .................. 119
Overheating .............................................. 539
P
Paddle Shifters (Sequential Mode) .......... 381
Pandora ®................................................... 268
Panic Mode ............................................... 159
Parking ...................................................... 445
Parking Brake ........................................... 428
Parking Brake and Brake System Indicator ............................................ 74, 543
Parking Sensor System ............................. 447
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