2018 Acura MDX HYBRID towing

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Handling the Unexpected
This chapter explains how to handle unexpected troubles.
ToolsTypes of Tools .................................. 614
If a Tire Goes Flat
Changing a Flat Tire
*....................... 615
Temporarily Repair ing a Flat Tire*..... 622
Power System Won’t Start ............... 634
Checking the Procedure ................... 634
If the Keyless Access Remote Battery is Weak ............................................. 635
Emergency Power System Off........... 636
Jump Starting .................................... 637
Overheating
How to Handle Overheating ............. 639 Indicator, Coming On/Blinking
If the Low Oil Pressure Indicator Comes On ... 641If the 12-Volt Battery Charging System
Indicator Comes On ....................... 641
If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes On or Blinks ................................... 642
If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On ................................................... 643
If the Speed-Sensitive Electric Power Steering (EPS) System Indicator Comes
On.................................................. 643
If the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator
Comes On or Blinks........................ 645 If the Transmission System Indicator Blinks
along with the Warning Message ...... 645
If the Power System Indicator Comes On .. 646Fuses Fuse Locations ................................. 647
Inspecting and Changing Fuses ........ 655
Emergency Towing ........................... 656
When You Cannot Unlock the Fuel Fill Door ................................................. 657
When You Cannot Open the Tailgate.. 658Refueling ........................................... 659Refueling From a Portable Fuel
Container ................................... 659
* Not available on all models
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Handling the Unexpected
Tools
Types of Tools
1Types of Tools
The tools are stored in the cargo area.
Wheel Nut Wrench/Jack Handle
Jack
Jack Handle Bar
Models with a compact spare tire
Towing Hook Funnel
Funnel
Tool Case
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uuIf a Tire Goes Flat uChanging a Flat Tire*
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Handling the Unexpected
1. Push the rear edge of the handle on the
floor lid and open the lid.
2. Take out the cargo floor box.
3. Take the jack, wheel nut wrench, and jack
handle bar out of the tool case.
■Getting Ready to Replace the Flat Tire1Changing a Flat Tire*
NOTICE
Do not use the jack if it doesn’t work properly. Call
your dealer or a prof essional towing service.
The wheel nut wrench supplied with your vehicle is
specially adapted to fit th e holder shaft. Do not use
any other tool.
The subwoofer is located on the rear right side. Do
not store anything in th is area. Doing so may
compromise vehicle audio performance.
Handle
Cargo Floor Box
Tool Case
* Not available on all models
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Handling the Unexpected
4. Recheck the air pressu re 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. 631
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. 656
•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
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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 minu te, and then stays on.
■What to do when the 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 sp ecified 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 Syst em Indicator Blinks along
with the Warning Message
■Reasons for the indicator to blink
The transmission is malfunctioning.
■What to do when the indicator blinks
• Immediately have your vehicle inspected by a dealer.
1If the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator Comes On or Blinks
NOTICE
Driving on an extremely underinflated 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 the exterior lights flash rapidly for five seconds.
Above recommended pressure: The beeper
sounds and lights flash twice every three seconds.
1 If the Transmission System In dicator Blinks along with the
Warning Message
You may not be able to turn on the power system.
Make sure to set the parking brake when parking
your vehicle.
Call a professional towing service if you need to tow
your vehicle. 2 Emergency Towing P. 656
* Not available on all models
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Emergency Towing
Call a professional towing service if you need to tow your vehicle.
■Flat bed equipment
The operator loads your vehicle on the back of a truck.
This is the only way you can safely transport your vehicle.
Any other towing method will da mage the vehicle’s drive system.
1Emergency Towing
NOTICE
Trying to lift or tow your vehicle by the bumpers will
cause serious damage. The bumpers are not designed
to support the vehicle’s weight.
NOTICE
Improper towing such as towing behind a
motorhome or other motor vehicle can damage the
transmission.
Never tow your vehicle with just a rope or chain.
It is very dangerous, since ropes or chains may shift
from side to side or break.
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Index
Tires.......................................................... 591
Air Pressure..................................... 592, 663
Checking and Maintaining ...................... 591
Inspection ............................................... 591
Labeling .................................................. 592
Puncture (Flat Tire) .......................... 615, 622
Regulations ............................................. 594
Rotation.................................................. 598
Spare Tire ....................................... 615, 663
Summer .................................................. 599
Temporary Tire Repair Kit ........................ 623
Tire Chains.............................................. 599
Tire Repair Kit ......................................... 622
Wear Indicators....................................... 596
Winter .................................................... 599
Tools ......................................................... 614
Towing a Trailer ....................................... 454
Towing Your Vehicle ............................... 454
Emergency .............................................. 656
TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitoring System) with Tire Fill Assist ................................. 512
Indicator ........................................... 95, 645
Transmission ....................................... 23, 465
Dual Clutch............................... 23, 464, 465
Fluid ....................................................... 580
Gear Position Indicator ...................... 89, 467
Number .................................................. 664
Sequential Mode..................................... 471
TRIP Button .............................................. 126
Trip Meter ................................................ 127 Troubleshooting
....................................... 613
Blown Fuse ...................... 647, 650, 653, 654
Brake Pedal Vibrates .................................. 29
Buzzer Sounds When Opening Door .......... 29
Emergency Towing .................................. 656
Noise When Braking .................................. 31
Overheating ............................................ 639
Power System Won’t Start ....................... 634
Puncture/Flat Tire ............................. 615, 622
Rear Door Won’t Open ...................... 29, 156
Warning Indicators .................................... 84
Turn Signals .............................................. 175
Indicators (Instrument Panel) ...................... 95
Turn-by-Turn Directions ........................... 129
Turning on the Power .............................. 457
Does Not Activate .................................... 634
Jump Starting .......................................... 637
Remote Engine Start ................................ 459
U
Under-floor Storage Area ........................ 213
Unlocking the Doors ................................ 145
Unlocking the Front Doors from the
Inside ................................................. 18, 154
USB Flash Drives ........................................ 325
USB Port .................................................... 237
V
Vanity Mirrors ............................................... 7 Vehicle Identification Number
................ 664
Vehicle Stability Assist ® (VSA ®)................ 505
Off Button............................................... 506
Off Indicator.............................................. 94
System Indicator ................................ 94, 505
Viscosity (Oil) .................................... 572, 663
Voice Control Operation .......................... 258
Voice Portal Screen.................................. 259
Voice Recognition ................................... 258
VSA ® (Vehicle Stability Assist ®)................ 505
W
Wallpaper ................................................. 254
Warning and Info rmation Messages ....... 105
Warning Indicator On/Blinking ............... 641
Warning Labels ........................................... 81
Warranties (Warranty Manual provided
separately) .............................................. 668
Watts ......................................................... 662
Wear Indicators (Tire) .............................. 596
Wheel Nut Wrench (Jack Handle) ........... 619
Window Washers ..................................... 183
Adding/Refilling Fluid .............................. 581
Switch ..................................................... 183
Windows (Opening and Closing) ............ 169
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