2019 Acura MDX HYBRID hood release

Visual Index
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Quick Reference Guide❙Power Window Switches (P169)
❙Hood Release Handle (P570)
❙Driver’s Side Interior Fuse Box (P650)
❙Driver’s Knee Airbag (P54)
❙Memory Buttons (P190)
❙SET Button (P190)
❙Shift Button
Electronic Gear Selector
(P465)
❙Rearview Mirror (P192)
❙Driver’s Front Airbag (P50)
❙Accessory Power Socket (P217)
❙Passenger’s Side Interior Fuse
Box
(P653)
❙Glove Box (P212)
❙Door Mirror Controls (P193)
❙Power Door Lock Master Switch (P156)
❙Driver’s Side Interior Fuse Box (P651)
❙Passenger’s Front Airbag (P50)
❙Power Tailgate Button (P161)
❙Fuel Fill Door Release Button
(P557)
❙Dynamic Mode Button (P474)
❙USB Ports (P237)
❙Auxiliary Input Jack (P240)
❙Accessory Power Socket* (P217)
❙AC Power Outlet* (P218)
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Quick Reference Guide
Maintenance (P561)
Under the Hood (P569)
● Check engine oil, engine coolant, windshield washer fluid
and inverter coolant. Add when necessary.
● Check brake fluid.
● Check the 12-volt battery condition monthly.
aPull the hood release handle under the corner of the
dashboard.
bLocate the hood latch lever, push it to the side, and then
raise the hood. Once you have raised the hood slightly, you
can release the lever.
cWhen finished, close the hood and make sure it is firmly
locked in place.
Lever
Lights (P582)
● Inspect all lights regularly.
Wiper Blades (P587)
● Replace blades if they leave streaks
across the windshield.
Tires (P591)
● Inspect tires and wheels regularly.
● Check tire pressures regularly.
● Install snow tires for winter
driving.
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uuSecurity System uSecurity System Alarm
Controls
■Setting the security system alarm
The security system alarm automatically sets when the following conditions have
been met:
• The power mode is set to VEHICLE OFF (LOCK).
• The hood is closed.
• All doors and the tailgate are locked from outside with the key, remote
transmitter, or keyle ss access system.
■When the security system alarm sets
The security system alarm in dicator in the instrument panel blinks. The blinking
interval changes after about 15 seconds.
■To cancel the security system alarm
The security system alarm is canceled when the vehicle is unlocked using the remote
transmitter, keyless access system, or th e power mode is set to ON. The security
system alarm indicator goes off at the same time.
1 Security System Alarm
Do not set the security system alarm when someone
is in the vehicle or a window is open. The system can
accidentally activate when:
•Unlocking the door with the lock tab.•Opening the hood with the hood release.
If the 12-volt battery goes dead after you have set the
security system alarm, the security alarm may go off
once the 12-volt battery is recharged or replaced.
If this occurs, deactivate the security system alarm by
unlocking a door using the ke y, remote transmitter,
or keyless access system.
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uuMaintenance Under the Hood uOpening the Hood
Maintenance
Opening the Hood
1. Park the vehicle on a level surface, and set
the parking brake.
2. Pull the hood release handle under the
driver’s side lower corner of the dashboard.
u The hood will pop up slightly.
3. Push the hood latch lever (located under
the front edge of the hood to the center) to
the side and raise the hood. Once you have
raised the hood slightly, you can release the
lever.
4. Lift the hood up most of the way.
u The hydraulic support will lift it up the
rest of the way and hold it up.
When closing, lower it to approximately 12
inches (30 cm), then pr ess down firmly with
your hands.1 Opening the Hood
NOTICE
Do not open the hood when the wiper arms are
raised. The hood will strike the wipers, resulting in
possible damage to the hood and/or the wipers.
Do not press the engine cover forcibly. This may
damage the engine cover and component parts.
When closing the hood, check that the hood is
securely latched.
If the hood latch lever moves stiffly, or if you can
open the hood without lifti ng the lever, the latch
mechanism should be cleaned and lubricated.
Hood Release Handle
Pull
Lever
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