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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 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
(LOCK).
1 Temporarily 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:Kit Use
Smaller than 3/16 inch (4 mm)Yes
Larger than 3/16 inch (4 mm)No
Contact
Area
* Not available on all models
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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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uuIndicator, Coming On/Blinking uIf the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator Comes On or Blinks
Handling the Unexpected
If the Low Tire Pressure/ TPMS Indicator Comes On or
Blinks
■Reasons for the indicator to come on or blink
A tire pressure is significantly low. If there is a problem with the TPMS
with Tire Fill Assist or the compact spare tire
* is installed, the indicator
blinks for about one minute, and then stays on.
■What to do when th e indicator comes on
Drive carefully and avoid abrupt cornering and hard braking.
Stop your vehicle in a safe place. Ch eck the tire pressure and adjust the
pressure to the specified level. The spec ified tire pressure is on a label on
the driver side doorjamb.
■What to do when the indicator blinks
Have the tire inspected by a dealer as soon as possible. If the compact
spare tire
* causes the indicator to blink, ch ange the tire to a full-size tire.
The indicator goes off after driving for a few miles (kilometers).
If the Transmission Indicator Blinks along with the
Warning Message
■Reasons for the indicator to blink
There is a problem with the transmission.
■What to do when the indicator blinks
• Immediately have your vehicle inspected by a dealer.
• Select
(N after starting the engine.
u Check if the
(N position in the instrume nt panel and the indicator
on the
(N button light/blink.
u The engine cannot be turned on unless the parking brake is set.
2 Starting the Engine P. 367
1If the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator Comes On or Blinks
NOTICE
Driving on an extremely unde rinflated tire can cause
it to overheat. An overheated tire can fail. Always
inflate your tires to the prescribed level.
TPMS Fill Assist provides visual and audible assistance
during tire pressure adjustment. With the power
mode in ON, while you adjust tire pressure up or
down, the system alerts you as follows:
Below recommended pressure: The beeper
sounds and exterior lights flash once every five
seconds.
At recommended pressure: The beeper sounds
and exterior lights flash ra pidly for ~ five seconds.
Above recommended pressure: The beeper
sounds and lights flash twice every three seconds.
1 If the Transmission Indicator Blinks along with the Warning
Message
You may not be able to start the engine.
Make sure to set the pa rking brake when parking
your vehicle.
Call a professional towing service if you need to tow
your vehicle. 2 Emergency Towing P. 554
* 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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uuEmissions Testing uTesting of Readiness Codes
Information
7. Select a nearby, lightly traveled major hi ghway where you can maintain a speed
of 50 to 60 mph (80 to 97 km/h) for at least 20 minutes. Drive on the highway in
(D. Do not use cruise control. When tra ffic allows, drive for 90 seconds without
moving the accelerator pedal. (Vehicle spee d may vary slightly; this is okay.) If you
cannot do this for a continuous 90 seconds because of traffic conditions, drive for
at least 30 seconds, then repeat it two mo re times (for a total of 90 seconds).
8. Drive in city or suburban traffic for at le ast 10 minutes. When traffic conditions
allow, let the vehicle coast for several se conds without using the accelerator pedal
or the brake pedal.
9. Park the vehicle and leave the engine off for 30 minutes.
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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
Compass.................................................... 344
Console Compartment ............................. 203
Controls ..................................................... 133
Coolant (Engine) ....................................... 477
Adding to the Radiator ............................ 478
Adding to the Reserve Tank ..................... 477
Overheating............................................. 539
Creeping (Automatic Transmission) ........ 373
Cross Traffic Monitor ................................ 451
Cup Holders ............................................... 205
Customized Features ........................ 123, 285
D
Daytime Running Lights ........................... 170
Dead Battery ............................................. 537
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows .................................................. 220
Detachable Anchor ..................................... 38
Devices that Emit Radio Waves ................ 563
Dimming
Headlights ............................................... 167
Rearview Mirror ....................................... 183
Dipstick (Engine Oil) ................................. 473
Directional Signals (Turn Signal) .............. 166
Door Mirrors ............................................. 184
Doors ......................................................... 135
Auto Door Locking .................................. 149
Auto Door Unlocking ............................... 149
Door Open Message .................................. 32
Keys ........................................................ 135 Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the
Inside .............................................. 13, 146
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside ................................................. 138
Lockout Prevention System ...................... 144
DOT Tire Quality Grading ........................ 493
Driver’s Knee Airbag .................................. 48
Driving ...................................................... 347
Automatic Transmission .......................... 373
Braking ................................................... 428
Off-Highway Driving Guidelines............... 365
Shifting Gear ........................................... 374
Starting the Engine.................................. 367
Driving Position Memory System ............ 180
Dust and Pollen Filter ............................... 505
Dynamic Mode button ............................. 387
E
Elapsed Time............................................. 120
Electric Parking Brake
Indicator.................................................... 76
Switch ..................................................... 428
Electric Parking Brake System
Indicator.................................................... 76
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ............. 418
Emergency ................................................ 554
Emissions Testing (Readiness Codes) ....... 565
Engine ....................................................... 562
Coolant ................................................... 477
Jump Starting .......................................... 537 Oil .......................................................... 472
Remote Engine Start ............................... 369
Starting................................................... 367
Engine Compartment Cover .................... 471
Engine Coolant ........................................ 477
Adding to the Radiator ........................... 478
Adding to the Reserve Tank .................... 477
Overheating ............................................ 539
Temperature Gauge ................................ 116
Engine Oil ................................................. 472
Adding ................................................... 474
Checking ................................................ 473
Displaying Oil Life ................................... 465
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 78, 541
Recommended Engine Oil ....................... 472
ENGINE START/STOP Button .................... 163
EPS (Electric Power Steering)
System ............................................... 84, 543
Exhaust Gas Hazard (Carbon Monoxide) .. 71
Exterior Care (Cleaning) .......................... 508
Exterior Mirrors ........................................ 184
F
Features.................................................... 227
Filters Dust and Pollen....................................... 505
Oil .......................................................... 475
Flat Tire ............................................. 515, 522
Floor Mats ................................................ 507
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