2019 Acura MDX brake fluid

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Maintenance
Maintenance Under the Hood
Maintenance Items Under the Hood
Brake Fluid
(Black Cap)
Washer Fluid
Radiator Cap
Engine Coolant
Reserve Tank Engine Oil Dipstick
(Orange) Engine Oil Fill Cap
Battery
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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.
Use only commercially avai lable windshield washer
fluid.
Avoid prolonged use of hard water to prevent lime
scale build up.
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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
1STRLD7.5 A
2−−
3ACG FR15 A
4 Washer 15 A
5IG1 OP(7.5 A)
6 ECU FR 7.5 A
7Starter7.5 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
15−−
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 10 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
ModelMDX
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:2,575 kgGross Axle Weight
Rating (Front)U.S.:2,811 lbs (1,275 kg)*3
2,910 lbs (1,320 kg)*4
Canada:1,320 kgGross Axle Weight
Rating (Rear)U.S.:2,734 lbs (1,240 kg)*3
2,965 lbs (1,345 kg)*4
Canada:1,345 kg
■
Air Conditioning
*1: U.S. models
*2: Canadian models
■Engine Specifications
■ Fuel
■ Washer Fluid
Refrigerant TypeHFO-1234yf (R-1234yf)*1
HFC-134a (R-134a)*2
Charge Quantity 21.3 – 23.1 oz (605 – 655 g)*1
675 – 725 g*2
Lubricant TypeRL85HM (POE)*1
PAG RL897*2
Quantity7.75 – 9.33 cu-in (127 – 153 cm3)*1
127 – 153 cm3 (20% RATIO)*2
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
690
Index
Index
A
AAC.................................................... 270, 295
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) ................... 537
AC Power Outlet ....................................... 215
Accessories and Modifications ................. 625
Accessory Power Sockets .......................... 214
AcuraLink .................................................. 437
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low
Speed Follow (LSF) .................................. 492
Indicator .................................................... 95
Additives
Coolant ................................................... 591
Washer .................................................... 594
Adjusting
Armrest ................................................... 205
Front Seats .............................................. 192
Head Restraints........................ 199, 201, 202
Headlights ............................................... 595
Mirrors .................................................... 189
Rear Seats................................................ 204
Steering Wheel ........................................ 188
Temperature ............................................ 122
Agile Handling Assist ................................ 522
Air Conditioning System (Climate Control System) .................................................... 220
Changing the Mode ................................ 223
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows ............................................... 226
Dust and Pollen Filter ............................... 619
Rear Climate Control System ................... 227
Sensors .................................................... 231 Synchronized Mode................................. 224
Using Automatic Climate Control ............ 220
Air Pressure ....................................... 605, 677
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, 86
Passenger Front Airbag Off Indicator ......... 54
Sensors ..................................................... 41
Side Airbags .............................................. 50
Side Curtain Airbags.................................. 52
AM/FM Radio ............................................ 256
Android Auto ........................................... 305
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) .................. 537
Indicator.................................................... 86
Apple CarPlay ........................................... 301
Armrest ..................................................... 205
Audio Remote Controls ........................... 239
Audio System ............................................ 234
Adjusting the Sound................................ 251
Auxiliary Input Jack.................................. 238
Error Messages ........................................ 310
General Information ................................ 318
HDD ........................................................ 273
Internet Radio ......................................... 293
iPhone............................................. 293, 320
iPod ........................................................ 286 MP3/WMA/AAC ............................. 270, 295
Reactivating ............................................ 238
Recommended CDs ................................ 319
Recommended Devices ........................... 320
Remote Controls ..................................... 239
Security Code ......................................... 238
Theft Protection ...................................... 238
USB Flash Drives...................................... 320
USB Port ................................................. 235
Authorized Manuals ................................ 685
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking ................ 154
Customize ...................................... 132, 376
Auto High-Beam ...................................... 177
Indicator ................................................... 86
Auto Idle Stop .......................................... 483
OFF Button ............................................. 484
Auto Idle Stop Indicator (Green) .............. 92
Auto Idle Stop System Indicator (Amber) ..................................................... 92
Automatic Brake Hold ............................. 535
Indicator ................................................. 535
Automatic Brake Hold System
Indicator ................................................. 535
Automatic Folding Door Mirror .............. 191
Automatic Intermittent Wipers .............. 181
Aut o

matic Lighting .................................. 174
Automatic Transmission .......................... 474
Creeping................................................. 474
Fluid ....................................................... 593
Kickdown ............................................... 474
Operating the Shift Button ...................... 477
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Index
Shifting ................................................... 475
Auxiliary Console Panel ........................... 338
Auxiliary Input Jack ................................. 238
Average Fuel Economy ............................ 122
Average Speed ......................................... 123
AWD ......................................................... 526
B
Back-Up Light ........................................... 598
Battery ...................................................... 613
Charging System Indicator ................ 82, 657
Jump Starting ......................................... 653
Maintenance (Checking the Battery) ....... 613
Belts (Seat) .................................................. 33
Beverage Holders ..................................... 212
Blind spot information System ................ 523
Indicator ................................................... 99
Bluetooth ® Audio ..................................... 298
Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ®.................... 395
Blu-ray/DVD Rear Entertainment System
Operating the System ............................. 341
Overhead Screen..................................... 340
Playing a DVD/Blu-ray
TM.......................... 342
Booster Seats (For Children) ...................... 73
Brake System ............................................ 531
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) .................. 537
Automatic Brake Hold ............................. 535
Brake Assist System................................. 538
Brake System Indicator .............................. 79
Fluid ....................................................... 594 Foot Brake ............................................... 534
Indicator ...................................... 78, 79, 659
Parking Brake .......................................... 531
Brake System (Amber) Indicator .................................................... 79
Brake System (Red) Indicator ............................................ 78, 659
Brightness Control (Instrument Panel) .... 184
Built-in Key ............................................... 140
Bulb Replacement .................................... 595
Back-Up Light .......................................... 598
Brake Light and Rear Turn Signal Light ..... 596
Fog Lights ................................................ 595
Front Turn Signal/ Parking, Daytime
Running and Front Side Marker Lights ... 595
Headlights ............................................... 595
High-Mount Brake Light .......................... 599
Puddle Lights ........................................... 599
Rear License Plate Lights .......................... 599
Side Turn Signal/Em ergency Indicator
Lights .................................................... 595
Taillights .................................................. 598
Taillights/Rear Side Maker Lights .............. 597
Bulb Specifications ................................... 676
C
CAMERA Button....................................... 562
Carbon Monoxide Gas ................................ 74
Carrying Cargo .................................. 449, 451
CD Player ................................................... 270 Center Pocket
........................................... 211
Certification Label .................................... 678
Changing Bulbs ........................................ 595
Charging System Indicator ................. 82, 657
Child Safety ................................................. 56
Childproof Door Locks............................. 153
Child Seat .................................................... 56
Booster Seats ............................................ 73
Child Seat for Infants................................. 58
Child Seat for Small Children ..................... 59
Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/Shoulder
Seat Belt .................................................. 66
Larger Children ......................................... 72
Rear-facing Child Seat ............................... 58
Selecting a Child Seat ................................ 60
Childproof Door Locks ............................. 153
Cleaning the Exterior ............................... 622
Cleaning the Interior ................................ 620
Client Service Information ....................... 686
Climate Control System ............................ 220
Changing the Mode ................................ 223
Defrosting the Windshield and
Windows ............................................... 226
Dust and Pollen Filter............................... 619
Rear Climate Control System ................... 227
Sensors ................................................... 231
Synchronized Mode................................. 224
Using Automatic Climate Control ............ 220
Clock .......................................................... 138
CMBS
TM (Collision Mitigation Braking
SystemTM) ................................................. 539
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Index
Flat Tire............................................. 629, 636
Floor Mats ................................................ 621
Fluids Automatic Transmission .......................... 593
Brake ...................................................... 594
Engine Coolant ....................................... 591
Windshield Washer ................................. 594
Fog Lights ................................................. 176
Folding Down the Second Row Seat ...... 198
Folding Down the Third Row Seat .......... 204
Foot Brake ................................................ 534
Front Airbags (SRS) .................................... 44
Front Seats ................................................ 192
Adjusting ................................................ 192
Front Sensor Camera ............................... 490
Fuel ..................................................... 20, 571
Fuel Economy and CO
2 Emissions ............ 574
Gauge .................................................... 119
Instant Fuel Economy .............................. 123
Low Fuel Indicator..................................... 85
Range ..................................................... 123
Recommendation.................................... 571
Refueling ................................................ 571
Fuel Economy and CO
2 Emissions ............ 574
Fuel Fill Cap ................................................ 20
Fuel Fill Door ...................................... 20, 572
Unable to Unlock .................................... 671
Fuses ......................................................... 662
Inspecting and Changing ........................ 669
Locations ........................ 662, 665, 667, 668
G
Gasoline (Fuel) Economy ................................................. 574
Gauge ..................................................... 119
Information ............................................. 571
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 85
Refueling ................................................. 571
Gauges ...................................................... 119
Gear Position Indicator ...................... 83, 477
Gear Shift Positions Automatic Transmission ........................... 475
Glass (care) ................................................ 623
Glove Box .................................................. 209
H
Handling the Unexpected ........................ 627
HandsFreeLink ® (HFL) ............................... 395
Auto Answer ........................................... 412
Automatic Import of Cellular Phonebook
and Call History ..................................... 414
Automatic Transferring ............................ 412
Displaying Messages ................................ 432
HFL Buttons ............................................. 395
HFL Menus .............................................. 398
HFL Status Display ................................... 396
Limitations for Manua l Operation ............ 397
Making a Call .......................................... 423
Options During a Call .............................. 429
Phone Setup ............................................ 403
Phonebook Phonetic M odification ........... 418 Receiving a Call ....................................... 428
Receiving a Text/E-mail Message.............. 430
Ring Tone................................................ 413
Roadside Assistance ................................ 436
Selecting a Mail Account ......................... 431
Speed Dial ............................................... 415
To Create a Security PIN .......................... 410
To Set Up a Text/E-mail Message
Option................................................... 408
Use Contact Photo .................................. 413
Hard Disk Drive (HDD) Audio .................. 273
Hazard Warning Button .............................. 4
HDMI
TM Port .............................................. 339
Head Restraints ........................ 199, 201, 202
Headlight Washers ................................... 183
Headlights ................................................. 173
Aiming .................................................... 595
Auto High-Beam System.......................... 177
Automatic Operation............................... 174
Dimming ......................................... 173, 176
Operating................................................ 173
Heated Door Mirrors ................................ 185
Heated Steering Wheel ............................ 217
Heated Windshield ................................... 185
Heater (Steering Wheel) .......................... 217
Heaters (Seat) ................................... 218, 219
HFL (HandsFreeLink ®)............................... 395
High Beam Indicator .................................. 88
Hill Start Assist System ............................. 472
HomeLink ® Universal Transceiver ............ 392
Honda App License Agreement .............. 321
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