2020 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 br ake fluid is not av ailable, 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, Coming On/Blinking uIf 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 indicator 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 action . 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 the 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
ModelMDX
No. of Passengers:
Front 2
Rear (2nd) 2
*1
3*2
Rear (3rd)
2
Total 6*1
7*2
Weights:Gross Vehicle Weight
RatingSee the certification label on the driver’s
doorjamb
Gross Axle Weight
Rating (Front)See the certification label on the driver’s
doorjamb
Gross Axle Weight
Rating (Rear)See the certification label on the driver’s
doorjamb
■
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.................................................... 268, 293
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) ................... 535
AC Power Outlet ....................................... 214
Accessories and Modifications ................. 623
Accessory Power Sockets .......................... 213
AcuraLink .................................................. 435
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low
Speed Follow ........................................... 489
Indicator .................................................... 95
Additives
Coolant ................................................... 589
Washer .................................................... 592
Adjusting
Armrest ................................................... 204
Front Seats .............................................. 191
Head Restraints........................ 198, 200, 201
Headlights ............................................... 593
Mirrors .................................................... 188
Rear Seats................................................ 203
Steering Wheel ........................................ 187
Temperature ............................................ 122
Agile Handling Assist ................................ 520
Air Conditioning System (Climate Control System) .................................................... 219
Changing the Mode ................................ 222
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows ............................................... 225
Dust and Pollen Filter ............................... 617
Rear Climate Control System ................... 226
Sensors .................................................... 230 Synchronized Mode................................. 223
Using Automatic Climate Control ............ 219
Air Pressure ....................................... 603, 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 ............................................ 254
Android Auto ........................................... 303
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) .................. 535
Indicator.................................................... 86
Apple CarPlay ........................................... 299
Armrest ..................................................... 204
Audio Remote Controls ........................... 237
Audio System ............................................ 232
Adjusting the Sound................................ 249
Auxiliary Input Jack.................................. 236
Error Messages ........................................ 308
General Information ................................ 316
HDD ........................................................ 271
iPhone............................................. 291, 318
iPod ........................................................ 284
MP3/WMA/AAC .............................. 268, 293 Pandora
®.............................................. 291
Reactivating ............................................ 236
Recommended CDs ................................ 317
Recommended Devices ........................... 318
Remote Controls ..................................... 237
Security Code ......................................... 236
Theft Protection ...................................... 236
USB Flash Drives...................................... 318
USB Port ................................................. 233
Authorized Manuals ................................ 685
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking ................ 154
Customize ...................................... 132, 374
Auto High-Beam ...................................... 176
Indicator ................................................... 86
Auto Idle Stop .......................................... 480
OFF Button ............................................. 481
Auto Idle Stop Indicator (Green) .............. 92
Auto Idle Stop System Indicator (Amber) ..................................................... 92
Automatic Brake Hold ............................. 533
Indicator ................................................. 533
Automatic Brake Hold System
Indicator ................................................. 533
Automatic Folding Door Mirror .............. 190
Aut omatic Intermittent W

ipers .............. 180
Automatic Lighting .................................. 173
Automatic Transmission .......................... 471
Creeping................................................. 471
Fluid ....................................................... 591
Kickdown ............................................... 471
Operating the Shift Button ...................... 474
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Index
Shifting ................................................... 472
Auxiliary Console Panel ........................... 336
Auxiliary Input Jack ................................. 236
Average Fuel Economy ............................ 122
Average Speed ......................................... 123
AWD ......................................................... 521
B
Back-Up Light ........................................... 596
Battery ...................................................... 611
Charging System Indicator ................ 82, 656
Jump Starting ......................................... 652
Maintenance (Checking the Battery) ....... 611
Belts (Seat) .................................................. 33
Beverage Holders ..................................... 211
Blind spot information System ................ 526
Indicator ................................................... 99
Bluetooth ® Audio ..................................... 296
Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ®................... 393
Booster Seats (For Children) ...................... 73
Brake System ............................................ 529
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) .................. 535
Automatic Brake Hold ............................. 533
Brake Assist System................................. 536
Brake System Indicator (Amber) ................ 79
Brake System Indicator (Red) ..................... 78
Fluid ....................................................... 592
Foot Brake .............................................. 532
Indicator ..................................... 78, 79, 658
Parking Brake.......................................... 529 Brake System (Amber)
Indicator .................................................... 79
Brake System (Red) Indicator ............................................ 78, 658
Brightness Control (Instrument Panel) .... 183
Built-in Key ............................................... 140
Bulb Replacement .................................... 593
Back-Up Light .......................................... 596
Brake Light and Rear Turn Signal Light ..... 594
Fog Lights ................................................ 593
Front Turn Signal/ Parking, Daytime
Running and Front Side Marker Lights ... 593
Headlights ............................................... 593
High-Mount Brake Light .......................... 597
Puddle Lights ........................................... 597
Rear License Plate Lights .......................... 597
Side Turn Signal/Em ergency Indicator
Lights .................................................... 593
Taillights .................................................. 596
Taillights/Rear Side Maker Lights .............. 595
Bulb Specifications ................................... 676
C
CAMERA Button....................................... 560
Carbon Monoxide Gas ................................ 74
Carrying Cargo .................................. 447, 449
CD Player ................................................... 268
Center Pocket ........................................... 210
Certification Label .................................... 678
Changing Bulbs ......................................... 593 Charging System Indicator
................. 82, 656
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 ............................... 620
Cleaning the Interior ................................ 618
Client Service Information ....................... 686
Climate Control System ............................ 219
Changing the Mode ................................ 222
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows ............................................... 225
Dust and Pollen Filter............................... 617
Rear Climate Control System ................... 226
Sensors ................................................... 230
Synchronized Mode................................. 223
Using Automatic Climate Control ............ 219
Clock .......................................................... 138
CMBS
TM (Collision Mitigation Braking
SystemTM) ................................................. 537
Coat Hook ................................................. 215
Collision Mitigation Braking System
TM
(CMBSTM) ................................................. 537
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Index
Compact Spare Tire.......................... 627, 677
Compass .................................................... 443
Console Compartment ............................. 209
Controls ..................................................... 137
Coolant (Engine) ....................................... 589
Adding to the Radiator ............................ 590
Adding to the Reserve Tank ..................... 589
Overheating............................................. 654
Creeping (Automatic Transmission) ........ 471
Cross Traffic Monitor ................................ 552
Cup Holders ............................................... 211
Customized Features ........................ 126, 358
D
Daytime Running Lights ........................... 175
Dead Battery ............................................. 652
Defrosting the Windshield and
Windows .................................................. 225
Detachable Anchor ..................................... 38
Devices that Emit Radio Waves ................ 679
Dimming Headlights ............................................... 172
Rearview Mirror ....................................... 188
Dipstick (Engine Oil) ................................. 585
Directional Signals (Turn Signal) .............. 171
Door Mirrors ............................................. 189
Doors ......................................................... 139
Auto Door Locking .................................. 154
Auto Door Unlocking ............................... 154
Door Open Message .................................. 32 Keys ........................................................ 139
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the
Inside .............................................. 13, 151
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside ................................................. 142
Lockout Prevention System ...................... 149
DOT Tire Quality Grading ........................ 605
Driver’s Knee Airbag .................................. 48
Driving ...................................................... 445
Automatic Transmission .......................... 471
Braking ................................................... 529
Off-Highway Driving Guidelines............... 462
Shifting Gear ........................................... 472
Starting the Engine.................................. 464
Driving Position Memory System ............ 185
Dust and Pollen Filter ............................... 617
Dynamic Mode button ............................. 486
E
Elapsed Time............................................. 123
Electric Parking Brake Indicator.................................................... 80
Switch ..................................................... 529
Electric Parking Brake System Indicator.................................................... 80
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ............. 518
Emergency ................................................ 670
Emissions Testing (Readiness Codes) ....... 681
Engine ....................................................... 678
Coolant ................................................... 589 Jump Starting ......................................... 652
Remote Engine Start ............................... 466
Starting................................................... 464
Engine Compartment Cover .................... 583
Engine Coolant ........................................ 589
Adding to the Radiator ........................... 590
Adding to the Reserve Tank .................... 589
Overheating ............................................ 654
Temperature Gauge ................................ 119
Engine Oil Adding ................................................... 586
Checking ................................................ 585
Displaying Oil Life ................................... 577
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 82, 656
ENGINE START/STOP Button .................... 168
EPS (Electric Power Steering) System ............................................... 88, 658
Exhaust Gas Hazard (Carbon Monoxide) .. 74
Exterior Care (Cleaning) .......................... 620
Exterior Mirrors ........................................ 189
F
Features.................................................... 231
Filters Dust and Pollen....................................... 617
Oil .......................................................... 587
Flat Tire ............................................. 627, 635
Floor Mats ................................................ 619
Fluids
Automatic Transmission .......................... 591
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