2019 Acura MDX towing

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Handling the Unexpected
This chapter explains how to handle unexpected troubles.
ToolsTypes of Tools .................................. 628
If a Tire Goes Flat Changing a Flat Tire
*....................... 629
Temporarily Repair ing a Flat Tire*..... 636
Engine Does Not Start Checking the Engine ........................ 650
If the Keyless Access Remote Battery is Weak ............................................. 651
Emergency Engine Stop ................... 652
Jump Starting .................................... 653 Overheating
How to Handle Overheating............. 655
Indicator, Coming On/Blinking
If the Low Oil Pressure Indicator Comes On ... 657
If the Charging System Indicator Comes On ................................................. 657
If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes On or Blinks ................................... 658
If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On ................................................... 659
If the Speed-Sensitive Electric Power Steering
(EPS) System Indicator Comes On........... 659
If the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator Comes On or Blinks ....................... 661
If the Transmission System Indicator Blinks along with the Warning Message ...... 661
Fuses Fuse Locations ................................. 662
Inspecting and Changing Fuses ........ 669
Emergency Towing ........................... 670
When You Cannot Unlock the Fuel Fill Door.. 671
When You Cannot Open the Tailgate.. 672
Refueling........................................... 673
Refueling From a Portable Fuel Container.. 673
* Not available on all models
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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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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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uuIf a Tire Goes Flat uTemporarily Repairing a Flat Tire*
Handling the Unexpected
4. Turn the selector switch to AIR.
u Do not turn the air compressor on to
check the pressure.
2 Inflating an Under-inflated Tire P. 647
5.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. 670
•Front: 35 psi (240 kPa)/rear: 32 psi (220
kPa) or more:
• 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 does not go down after
the 10 minute driving, you do not need
to check the pressure any more.
AIR
ON
Models with 265/45R20 104V tires
Models without 265/45R20 104V tires
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Engine Does Not Start
Checking the Engine
If the engine does not start, check the starter.
Starter conditionChecklist
Starter doesn’t turn or turns
over slowly.
The battery may be dead. Check
each of the items on the right and
respond accordingly.Check for a message on the MID.
●If the To Start, Hold Remote Near Start Button message appears
2If the Keyless Access Remote Battery is Weak P. 651
uMake sure the keyless access remo te is in its operating range.
2ENGINE START/STOP Button Operating Range P. 169
Check the brightness of the interior lights.
Turn on the interior lights and check the brightness.
●If the interior lights are dim or do not come on at all
2Battery P. 613●If the interior lights come on normally 2 Fuses P. 662
The starter turns over normally
but the engine doesn’t start.
There may be a problem with the
fuse. Check each of the items on
the right and resp ond accordingly. Review the engine start procedure.
Follow its instructions, and try to start the engine again.
2
Starting the Engine P. 467
Check the immobilizer system indicator.
When the immobilizer system indicator is blinking, the engine cannot be started.
2Immobilizer System P. 163
Check the fuel level.
There should be enough fuel in the tank.
2 Fuel Gauge P. 119
Check the fuse.
Check all fuses, or have the vehicle checked by a dealer.
2Inspecting and Changing Fuses P. 669
If the problem continues:
2Emergency Towing P. 670
1Checking the Engine
If you must start the vehi cle immediately, use an
assisting vehicle or booster battery to jump start it.
2 Jump Starting P. 653
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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 Syst em Indicator Blinks along
with the Warning Message
■Reasons for the indicator to blink
There is a problem with the transmission system.
■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. 467
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 System In dicator 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. 670
* 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 best way to transport your vehicle.
■Wheel lift equipment
The tow truck uses two pivoti ng arms that go under the front tires and lift them off
the ground. The rear tires remain on the ground. This is an acceptable way to
tow your vehicle.
1 Emergency 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.
All models
2WD models
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Index
Tires........................................................... 604
Air Pressure ..................................... 605, 677
Checking and Maintaining ....................... 604
Inspection ................................................ 604
Labeling................................................... 605
Puncture (Flat Tire) ........................... 629, 636
Regulations.............................................. 607
Rotation .................................................. 611
Spare Tire ........................................ 629, 677
Summer................................................... 612
Temporary Tire Repair Kit......................... 637
Tire Chains .............................................. 612
Tire Repair Kit .......................................... 636
Wear Indicators ....................................... 609
Winter ..................................................... 612
Tools .......................................................... 628
Towing a Trailer ........................................ 454
Equipment and Accessories...................... 458
Load Limits .............................................. 454
Towing Your Vehicle ................................ 464
Emergency............................................... 670
TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitoring
System) .................................................... 527
Indicator ............................................ 88, 661
Trailer Stability Assist ............................... 462
Transmission ........................................ 18, 475
Automatic ......................................... 18, 475
Fluid ........................................................ 593
Gear Position Indicator....................... 83, 477
Indicator ............................................ 84, 661
Number ................................................... 678 Sequential Mode ..................................... 481
TRIP Button ............................................... 121
Trip Meter ................................................. 122
Troubleshooting ....................................... 627
Blown Fuse...................... 662, 665, 667, 668
Brake Pedal Vibrates .................................. 24
Buzzer Sounds When Opening Door.......... 25
Emergency Towing .................................. 670
Engine Won’t Start .................................. 650
Noise When Braking .................................. 26
Overheating ............................................ 655
Puncture/Flat Tire ............................ 629, 636
Rear Door Won’t Open...................... 24, 153
Warning Indicators .................................... 78
Turn Signals .............................................. 172
Indicators (Instrument Panel) ..................... 88
Turn-by-Turn Directions ........................... 124
U
Under-floor Storage Area ........................ 211
Unlocking the Doors ................................ 142
Unlocking the Front Doors from the Inside ................................................. 13, 151
USB Flash Drives ....................................... 320
USB Port .................................................... 235
V
Vanity Mirrors ............................................... 7
Vehicle Identification Number ................ 678Vehicle Stability Assist
® (VSA ®) ............... 520
Off Button .............................................. 521
Off Indicator ............................................. 87
System Indicator ............................... 87, 520
Viscosity (Oil) ............................................ 677
Voice Control Operation ......................... 253
Voice Portal Screen ................................. 254
Voice Recognition ................................... 253
VSA ® (Vehicle Stability Assist ®) ............... 520
W
Wallpaper ................................................. 249
Warning and Information Messages ...... 100
Warning Indicator On/Blinking ............... 657
Warning Labels .......................................... 75
Warranties (Warranty Manual provided separately) .............................................. 683
Watts ........................................................ 676
Wear Indicators (Tire) .............................. 609
Wheel Nut Wrench (Jack Handle) ........... 633
Window Washers ..................................... 180
Adding/Refilling Fluid .............................. 594
Switch .................................................... 180
Windows (Opening and Closing) ............ 166
Windshield ............................................... 180
Cleaning ................................................. 623
Defrosting/Defogging ............................. 226
Washer Fluid ........................................... 594
Wiper Blades........................................... 600
Wipers and Washers ............................... 180
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