2018 Acura MDX HYBRID control panel

uuWhen Driving uVehicle Stability Assist ® (VSA ®), aka Electronic Stability Control (ESC), System
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Driving
This button is on the driver side control panel.
To partially disable VSA ® functionality/
features, press and hold it until you hear a
beep.
Your vehicle will have normal braking and
cornering ability, but traction control function
will be less effective.
To restore VSA ® functionality/features, press
the (VSA ® OFF) button until you hear a
beep.
VSA ® is turned on every time you turn the
power system on, even if you turned it off the
last time you drove the vehicle.
■VSA ® On and Off1 Vehicle Stability Assist ® (VSA ®), aka Electronic Stability Control
(ESC), System
In certain unusual conditions when your vehicle gets
stuck in shallow mud or fr esh snow, it may be easier
to free it with the VSA ® temporarily switched off.
When the button is pressed, the traction control
function becomes less effective. This allows for the
wheels to spin more freely at low speed. You should
only attempt to free your vehicle with the VSA ® off if
you are not able to free it when the VSA ® is on.
Immediately after freeing your vehicle, be sure to
switch VSA ® on again. We do not recommend driving
your vehicle with the VSA ® system switched off.
You may hear a motor sound coming from the
engine compartment while system checks are being
performed immediately after turning the power
system on or while driving. This is normal.
VSA ® OFF Indicator
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Refueling
Fuel Information
■Fuel recommendation
Use of lower octane gasoline can cause occasional metallic knocking noise in the
engine and will result in decreased engine performance.
Use of gasoline with a pump octane less than 87 can lead to engine damage.
■Top tier detergent gasoline
Because the level of detergency and additives in gasoline vary in the market, Acura
endorses the use of “TOP TIER Deterg ent Gasoline” where available to help
maintain the performance and reliability of your vehicle. TOP TIER Detergent
Gasoline meets a new gasoline standard join tly established by leading automotive
manufacturers to meet the need s of today’s advanced engines.
Qualifying gasoline retailers will, in most cases, identify their gasoline as having met
“TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline” standards at the retail location. This fuel is
guaranteed to contain the proper level of detergent additives and be free of metallic
additives. The proper level of detergent additives, and absence of harmful metallic
additives in gasoline, help avoid build-up of deposits in your engine and emission
control system.
For further important fuel-related information for your vehicle, or on information on
gasoline that does not contain MMT, visit Acura Owners at owners.acura.com In
Canada, visit www.acura.ca for additional information on gasoline. For more
information on top tier gasoline, visit www.toptiergas.com.
■Fuel tank capacity: 19.4 US gal (73.3 L)
Unleaded premium gasoline, pump octane number 91 or higher
1Fuel Information
NOTICE
We recommend quality ga soline containing
detergent additives that help prevent fuel system and
engine deposits. In addition, in order to maintain
good performance, fuel economy, and emissions
control, we strongly reco mmend the use of gasoline
that does NOT contain harmful manganese-based
fuel additives such as MMT, if such gasoline is
available.
Use of gasoline with these additives may adversely
affect performance, a nd cause the malfunction
indicator lamp on your inst rument panel to come on.
If this happens, contact a dealer for service. Some
gasoline today is blended with oxygenates such as
ethanol. Your vehicle is designed to operate on
oxygenated gasoline containing up to 15% ethanol
by volume. Do not use gaso line containing methanol.
If you notice any undesira ble operating symptoms, try
another service station or sw itch to another brand of
gasoline.
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Information
Warranty Coverages
■U.S. Owners
Your new vehicle is covered by these warranties:
New Vehicle Limited Warranty – covers your new vehicle, except for the
emissions control systems and accessori es, against defects in materials and
workmanship.
Emissions Control Systems Defects Warranty and Emissions Performance
Warranty – these two warranties cover your ve hicle’s emissions control systems.
Time, mileage, and coverage are conditional. Please read your warranty booklet for
exact information.
Seat Belt Limited Warranty – a seat belt that fails to function properly is covered
by a limited warranty. Please read your warranty booklet for details.
Rust Perforation Limited Warranty – all exterior body panels are covered against
rusting from the inside out for the specified time period, regardless of mileage.
Accessory Limited Warranty – Acura accessories are covered under this warranty.
Time and mileage limits depend on the type of accessory and other factors. Please
read your warranty booklet for details.
Replacement Parts Limited Warranty – covers all Acura replacement parts
against defects in materials and workmanship.
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Index
Index
A
AAC................................................... 275, 300
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) .................. 523
AC Power Outlet ...................................... 217
Accessories and Modifications ................ 611
Accessory Power Sockets ......................... 216
Acoustic Vehicle Alerting System ............ 473
AcuraLink ................................................. 438
AcuraWatch
TM............................................ 26
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed Follow (LSF) ................................. 477
Indicator ................................................. 100
Additives Coolant .................................................. 577
Engine Oil ............................................... 572
Washer ................................................... 581
Additives, Engine Oil ............................... 572
Adjusting Armrest .................................................. 207
Front Seats.............................................. 195
Head Restraints ....................... 201, 203, 204
Headlights .............................................. 582
Mirrors.................................................... 192
Rear Seats ............................................... 206
Steering Wheel ....................................... 191
Temperature ........................................... 127
Agile Handling Assist ............................... 507
Air Conditioning System (Climate Control
System) .................................................... 222
Changing the Mode................................ 225 Defrosting the Windshield and
Windows ............................................... 228
Dust and Pollen Filter ............................... 604
Rear Climate Control System ................... 229
Sensors .................................................... 233
Synchronized Mode ................................. 226
Using Automatic Climate Control ............ 222
Air Pressure ....................................... 592, 663
Airbags ........................................................ 47
Advanced Airbags ..................................... 53
After a Collision ......................................... 51
Airbag Care ............................................... 61
Driver’s Knee Airbag .................................. 54
Event Data Recorder .................................... 0
Front Airbags (SRS) .................................... 50
Indicator .............................................. 59, 93
Passenger Front Airbag Off Indicator ......... 60
Sensors ...................................................... 47
Side Airbags .............................................. 56
Side Curtain Airbags .................................. 58
AM/FM Radio ............................................ 261
Android Auto ............................................ 310
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) .................. 523
Indicator .................................................... 93
Apple CarPlay ........................................... 306
Armrest ..................................................... 207
Audio Remote Controls ............................ 241
Audio System ............................................ 236
Adjusting the Sound ................................ 256
Auxiliary Input Jack .................................. 240
Error Messages ........................................ 315 General Information ................................ 323
HDD ........................................................ 278
Internet Radio ......................................... 298
iPhone............................................. 298, 325
iPod ........................................................ 291
MP3/WMA/AAC .............................. 275, 300
Reactivating ............................................ 240
Recommended CDs ................................. 324
Recommended Devices............................ 325
Remote Controls ..................................... 241
Security Code .......................................... 240
Theft Protection ...................................... 240
USB Flash Drives ...................................... 325
USB Port.................................................. 237
Authorized Manuals ................................ 670
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking ................. 157
Customize ....................................... 137, 378
Auto Engine Stop/Start .............................. 13
Auto High-Beam ....................................... 180
Indicator.................................................... 93
Automatic Brake Hold ............................. 521
Indicator.................................................. 521
Automatic Brake Hold System Indicator.................................................. 521
Automatic Folding Door Mirror .............. 194
Automatic Intermittent Wipers ............... 184
Automatic Lighting .................................. 177
Auxiliary Console Panel ........................... 343
Auxiliary Input Jack .................................. 240
Average Fuel Economy ............................ 127
Average Speed ......................................... 128
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Index
B
Back-Up Light............................................ 585
Battery ....................................................... 600
12-Volt .................................................... 600
12-Volt Battery Charging System
Indicator .......................................... 88, 641
High Voltage ........................................... 516
Jump Starting .......................................... 637
Maintenance (Checking the 12-Volt Battery) .................................................. 600
Maintenance (Replacing).......................... 601
Battery Types .............................................. 12
Belts (Seat) .................................................. 39
Beverage Holders ...................................... 214
Blind Spot Information (BSI) System ........ 509
Indicator .................................................. 104
Bluetooth ® Audio ..................................... 303
Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ®..................... 397
Blu-ray/DVD Rear Entertainment System
Operating the System .............................. 345
Overhead Screen ..................................... 345
Playing a DVD/Blu-ray
TM........................... 346
Booster Seats (For Children) ....................... 79
Brake System ............................................. 517
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ................... 523
Automatic Brake Hold.............................. 521
Brake Assist System ................................. 524
Brake System Indicator............................... 85
Fluid ........................................................ 581
Foot Brake ............................................... 520
Indicator ...................................... 84, 85, 643 Parking Brake .......................................... 517
Brake System (Amber)
Indicator.................................................... 85
Brake System (Red) Indicator............................................ 84, 643
Brightness Control (Instrument Panel) .... 187
BSI (Blind Spot Information) System ....... 509
Bulb Replacement .................................... 582
Back-Up Light.......................................... 585
Brake Light and Rear Turn Signal Light .... 583
Fog Lights ............................................... 582
Front Turn Signal/Parking, Daytime Running and Front Side Marker Lights ... 582
Headlights ............................................... 582
High-Mount Brake Light .......................... 586
Puddle Lights........................................... 586
Rear License Plate Lights .......................... 586
Side Turn Signal/Emergency Indicator Lights .................................................... 582
Taillights.................................................. 585
Taillights/Rear Side Maker Lights.............. 584
Bulb Specifications ................................... 662
C
CAMERA Button....................................... 547
Car Wash Mode ........................................ 469
Carbon Monoxide Gas ............................... 80
Carrying Cargo ................................. 449, 451
CD Player ................................................... 275
Center Pocket ........................................... 213 Certification Label
................................... 664
Changing Bulbs ........................................ 582
Charging System Indicator ................ 88, 641
Child Safety ................................................ 62
Childproof Door Locks ............................ 156
Child Seat ................................................... 62
Booster Seats ............................................ 79
Child Seat for Infants ................................ 64
Child Seat for Small Children .................... 65
Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/Shoulder Seat Belt ............................ 72
Larger Children ......................................... 78
Rear-facing Child Seat............................... 64
Selecting a Child Seat ............................... 66
Childproof Door Locks ............................. 156
Cleaning the Exterior ............................... 607
Cleaning the Interior ............................... 605
Client Service Information ....................... 671
Climate Control System ........................... 222
Changing the Mode................................ 225
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows .............................................. 228
Dust and Pollen Filter .............................. 604
Rear Climate Control System................... 229
Sensors ................................................... 233
Synchronized Mode ................................ 226
Using Automatic Climate Control............ 222
Clock ......................................................... 142
CMBS
TM (Collision Mitigation Braking
SystemTM) ................................................ 525
Coat Hook ................................................ 218
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Index
Heater (Steering Wheel).......................... 219
Heaters (Seat) ................................... 220, 221
HFL (HandsFreeLink ®) .............................. 397
High Beam Indicator .................................. 95
High Voltage Battery ............................... 516
Hill Start Assist System ............................. 462
HomeLink ® Universal Transceiver ........... 394
Honda App License Agreement .............. 326
Hybrid Vehicle SPORT HYBRID Super Handling-All Wheel Drive
TM (SPORT HYBRID SH-AWD ®)............ 9
I
Identification Numbers ............................ 664
Engine, Motor, and Transmission ............ 664
Vehicle Identification............................... 664
IDS (Integrated Dynamics System) .......... 474
Illumination Control ................................ 187
Button .................................................... 187
Immobilizer System .................................. 166
Indicator ................................................... 96
Indicators .................................................... 84
12-Volt Battery Charging System ...... 88, 641
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed Follow (LSF) ................. 100, 477
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) .................... 93
Auto High-Beam ....................................... 93
Automatic Brake Hold ....................... 87, 521
Automatic Brake Hold System ........... 87, 521
Blind Spot Information (BSI) .................... 104 Brake System (Amber) ............................... 85
Brake System (Red) ............................ 84, 643
Collision Mitigation Braking System
TM
(CMBSTM) ....................................... 102, 103
Electric Parking Brake ................................ 86
Electric Parking Brake System ............. 86, 644
Fog Lights .................................................. 96
Gear Position ............................................. 89
High Beam ................................................ 95
High Temperature ..................................... 92
Immobilizer System .................................... 96
Keyless Access System ............................... 97
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) .... 98, 499
Lights On ................................................... 96
Low Fuel .................................................... 91
Low Oil Pressure ................................ 88, 641
Low Temperature ...................................... 92
Low Tire Pressure/TPMS ..................... 95, 645
M (sequential mode) Indicator/Sequential
Mode Gear Selection ............................... 89
Malfunction Indicator Lamp ............... 88, 642
POWER SYSTEM Indicator .................. 91, 646
READY ...................................................... 92
Road Departure Mitigation (RDM) .............. 99
Seat Belt Reminder .............................. 41, 91
Security System Alarm ............................... 97
Speed-sensitive Electric Power Steering (EPS) System ....................... 95, 643
SPORT+ mode ........................................... 92
Supplemental Restraint System ............ 59, 93
System Message ........................................ 97 Transmission System.......................... 90, 645
Turn Signal ................................................ 95
Vehicle Stability Assist
® (VSA ®)
System ............................................ 94, 505
VSA ® OFF .......................................... 94, 506
Information .............................................. 661
Information Screen .................................. 248
Instrument Panel ........................................ 83
Brightness Control................................... 187
Integrated Dynamics System (IDS) ........... 474
Dynamic Mode button ............................ 474
Interface Dial ............................................ 243
Interior Lights ........................................... 209
Interior Rearview Mirror .......................... 192
Internet Radio .......................................... 298
iPhone ............................................... 298, 325
iPod ................................................... 291, 325
J
Jack (Wheel Nut Wrench) ........................ 619
Jump Starting ........................................... 637
K
Key Number Tag ....................................... 144
Keyless Access System .............................. 145
Keyless Lockout Prevention ..................... 152
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Index
Checking ................................................ 573
Displaying Oil Life ................................... 565
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 88, 641
Recommended Engine Oil ....................... 572
Viscosity.................................................. 572
On Demand Multi-Use Display
TM............. 244
Open Source Licenses .............................. 340
Opening/Closing
Hood ...................................................... 570
Moonroof ............................................... 171
Power Windows...................................... 169
Tailgate................................................... 158
Operating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel ....................................... 172
Outside Temperature Display ................. 127
Overhead Screen ...................................... 345
Overheating ............................................. 639
P
Paddle Shifters (Sequential Mode) ......... 472
Panic Mode ............................................... 168
Parking ..................................................... 534
Parking Brake ........................................... 517
Parking Brake and Brake System Indicator ........................................... 84, 643
Parking Sensor System ............................. 536
Passenger Front Airb ag Off Indicator....... 60
Passing Indicators ..................................... 176
POWER Button ......................................... 172
Power Tailgate ......................................... 160 Power Windows
........................................ 169
Precautions While Driving ....................... 463
Driving Guidelines for Your Utility Vehicle .................................................. 463
Rain ......................................................... 463
Pregnant Women ....................................... 45
Puncture (Tire) .................................. 615, 622
R
Radiator.................................................... 578
Radio (AM/FM) .......................................... 261
Radio (SiriusXM ®) ..................................... 264
Radio Data System (RDS) .......................... 262
Range ........................................................ 128
RDS (Radio Data System) .......................... 262
Readiness Codes (Emissions Testing) ....... 667
Rear Climate Control System ................... 229
From the Front Panel ............................... 229
From the Rear Panel ................................ 232
Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror
Button ..................................................... 188
Rear Entertainment System (RES) ............ 342
Auxiliary Console Panel ............................ 343
Front Control Panel Operation ................. 356
HDMI
TM Port ............................................ 344
Operating the System .............................. 345
Overhead Screen ..................................... 345
Playable Discs .......................................... 361
Rear Control Panel Operation .................. 346
Wireless Headphones .............................. 342 Rear Seats
................................................. 206
Second Row Seat ............................ 199, 200
Third Row Seat ........................................ 206
Rearview Mirror ....................................... 192
Refueling .................................................. 556
Fuel Gauge.............................................. 123
Gasoline .......................................... 556, 662
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 91
Regenerative Energy and Regenerative Braking ...................................................... 12
Regulations ............................... 514, 594, 665
Remote Engine Start with Vehicle Feedback ................................................. 459
Checking Door Lock Status...................... 153
Remote Transmitter ................................. 150
Replacement Battery .................................... 601, 602, 603
Bulbs ....................................................... 582
Front Wiper Blade Rubber ....................... 587
Fuses ............................... 647, 650, 653, 654
Rear Wiper Blade Rubber......................... 589
Tires ........................................................ 597
Reporting Safety Defects ......................... 666
Resetting a Trip Meter ............................. 127
Reverse Tilt Door Mirror .......................... 193
Right Selector Wheel ....................... 125, 131
Road Departure Mitigation (RDM) ......... 492
On and Off.............................................. 494
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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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