2020 Acura MDX Chain

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Handling the Unexpected
If a Tire Goes Flat
Changing a Flat Tire
If a tire goes flat while driving, grasp the steering wheel firmly, and brake gradually
to reduce speed. Then, stop in a safe plac e. Replace the flat tire with a compact
spare tire. Go to a dealer as soon as possib le to have the full-size tire repaired or
replaced.
1. Park the vehicle on firm, level, non-slip pery surface and apply the parking brake.
2. Put the transmission into
(P.
3. Turn on the hazard warning lights an d set the power mode to VEHICLE OFF
(LOCK).
Models with a compact spare tire
1 Changing a Flat Tire
Periodically check the tire pressure of the compact
spare. It should be set to the specified pressure.
Specified Pressure: 60 psi (420 kPa, 4.2 kgf/cm
2)
When driving with the compact spare tire, keep the
vehicle speed under 50 mph (80 km/h). Replace with
a full-size tire as soon as possible.
The compact spare tire and wheel in your vehicle are
specifically for this model. Do not use them with
another vehicle. Do not us e another type of compact
spare tire or wheel with your vehicle.
Do not mount tire chains on a compact spare tire.
If a chain-mounted front tire goes flat, remove one of
the full-size rear tires and replace it with the compact
spare tire. Remove the flat front tire and replace it
with the full-size tire that was removed from the rear.
Mount the tire chains on the front tire.
Do not use a puncture-repairing agent other than the
one provided in the kit that came with your vehicle (if
equipped). If a different agent is used, you may
permanently damage the tire pressure sensor.
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670
Handling the Unexpected
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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697
Index
Security System Alarm Indicator ................ 90
Select Button ............................................ 472
Operation ............................................... 474
Selecting a Child Seat ................................ 60
Sequential Mode ...................................... 478
Sequential Mode Operation ................... 479
Setting the Clock ...................................... 138
SH-AWD ® (Super Handling-All Wheel
Drive
TM) ................................................... 521
SH-AWD ® Torque Distribution
Monitor ................................................... 124
Shift Button ........................................ 18, 472
Shifting (Transmission) ...................... 18, 472
Shoulder Anchor ........................................ 37
Side Airbags ............................................... 50
Side Curtain Airbags .................................. 52
Siri Eyes Free ............................................. 298
SiriusXM ® Radio ....................................... 257
Snow Tires ................................................ 610
Spare Tire ......................................... 627, 677
Spark Plugs ............................................... 676
Specifications ........................................... 676
Specified Fuel ................................... 569, 676
Speedometer ............................................ 119
Speed-sensitive Electric Power Steering (EPS)
System Indicator ........................................... 88, 658
SRS Airbags (Airbags) ................................ 44
Starting Assist Brake Function ................ 485
Starting the Engine .................................. 464
Does Not Start ........................................ 649 Jump Starting .......................................... 652
Remote Engine Start ................................ 466
Steering Wheel ......................................... 187
Adjusting ................................................. 187
Heater ..................................................... 216
Stopping .................................................... 546
Summer Tires ............................................ 610
Sunglasses Holder ..................................... 216
Super Handling-All Wheel DriveTM
(SH-AWD ®) .............................................. 521
Indicator .................................................... 91
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) ........ 44
Surround View Camera System ............... 559
Switches (Around the Steering
Wheel) ............................................. 4, 5, 168
Synchronized Mode .................................. 223
System Message Indicator .......................... 90
T
Tachometer............................................... 119
Tailgate ..................................................... 155
Unable to Open ....................................... 672
Temperature
Gauge ..................................................... 119
Outside Temperature Display ................... 122
Temperature Gauge ................................. 119
Temperature Sensor ......................... 122, 230
Temporary Tire Repair Kit ........................ 636
Text Message .................................... 428, 430
Third Row Seat (Folding Down) .............. 203Third Row Seat Access
.............................. 196
Tie-down Anchors .................................... 215
Time (Setting) ........................................... 138
Tire Fill Assist .................................... 522, 660
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
with Tire Fill Assist .................................. 522
Indicator............................................ 88, 660
Tire Repair Kit ........................................... 635
Tires ........................................................... 602
Air Pressure ..................................... 603, 677
Checking and Maintaining ...................... 602
Inspection ............................................... 602
Labeling .................................................. 603
Puncture (Flat Tire) .......................... 627, 635
Regulations ............................................. 605
Rotation .................................................. 609
Spare Tire ........................................ 627, 677
Summer .................................................. 610
Temporary Tire Repair Kit ........................ 636
Tire Chains .............................................. 610
Tire Repair Kit.......................................... 635
Wear Indicators ....................................... 607
Winter..................................................... 610
Tools .......................................................... 626
Towing a Trailer ....................................... 452
Equipment and Accessories ..................... 455
Load Limits .............................................. 452
Towing Your Vehicle ................................ 461
Emergency .............................................. 670
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Index
TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitoring System)
with Tire Fill Assist .................................. 522
Indicator ............................................ 88, 660
Trailer Stability Assist ............................... 459
Transmission ........................................ 18, 472
Automatic ......................................... 18, 472
Fluid ........................................................ 591
Gear Position Indicator....................... 83, 474
Indicator ............................................ 84, 661
Number ................................................... 678
Sequential Mode ..................................... 478
TRIP Button ............................................... 121
Trip Meter ................................................. 122
Troubleshooting ....................................... 625
Blown Fuse ...................... 662, 665, 667, 668
Brake Pedal Vibrates .................................. 24
Buzzer Sounds When Opening Door .......... 25
Emergency Towing .................................. 670
Engine Won’t Start .................................. 649
Noise When Braking .................................. 26
Overheating............................................. 654
Puncture/Flat Tire ............................. 627, 635
Rear Door Won’t Open ...................... 24, 153
Warning Indicators .................................... 78
Turn Signals ............................................... 171
Indicators (Instrum ent Panel) ...................... 88
Turn-by-Turn Directions ........................... 124
U
Under-floor Storage Area ........................ 210Unlocking the Doors
................................ 142
Unlocking the Front Doors from the
Inside ................................................. 13, 151
USB Flash Drives ....................................... 318
USB Port .................................................... 233
V
Vanity Mirrors ............................................... 7
Vehicle Identification Number ................ 678
Vehicle Stability Assist ® (VSA® )................ 518
Off Button............................................... 519
Off Indicator.............................................. 87
System Indicator ................................ 87, 518
Viscosity (Oil) ............................................ 677
Voice Control Operation .......................... 251
Voice Portal Screen.................................. 252
Voice Recognition ................................... 251
VSA ® (Vehicle Stability Assist ®)................ 518
W
Wallpaper ................................................. 247
Warning and Information Messages ....... 100
Warning Indicator On/Blinking ............... 656
Warning Labels ........................................... 75
Warranties (Warranty Manual provided separately) .............................................. 683
Watts ......................................................... 676
Wear Indicators (Tire) .............................. 607
Wheel Nut Wrench (Jack Handle) ........... 631Window Washers
..................................... 179
Adding/Refilling Fluid .............................. 592
Switch .................................................... 179
Windows (Opening and Closing) ............ 165
Windshield ............................................... 179
Cleaning ................................................. 621
Defrosting/Defogging ............................. 225
Washer Fluid ........................................... 592
Wiper Blades........................................... 598
Wipers and Washers ............................... 179
Winter Tires .............................................. 610
Snow Tires .............................................. 610
Tire Chains.............................................. 610
Wipers and Washers ................................ 179
Automatic Intermittent Wipers ................ 180
Checking and Replacing Wiper Blades..... 598
Front....................................................... 179
Rear ........................................................ 181
Wireless Headphones .............................. 335
WMA ................................................. 268, 293
Worn Tires ................................................ 602
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