2022 ACURA MDX Brake

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Information
Specifications
■Vehicle Specifications
*1: 2WD models
*2: AWD models
ModelMDX
No. of Passengers:
Front
2Rear2nd Row33rd Row2
Total 7
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
Gross Combined
Weight RatingUS:8,311 lbs (3,770 kg)*1
10,053 lbs (4,560 kg)*2
Canada:3,770 kg*1
4,560 kg*2
■ Air Conditioning
■ Engine Specifications
■ Fuel
■ Washer Fluid
Refrigerant TypeHFO-1234yf (R-1234yf)
Charge Quantity 17.1 – 18.9 oz (485 – 535 g)
Lubricant TypeRL85HM (POE)
Quantity 7.75 – 9.33 cu-in (127 – 153 cm3)
Displacement211.7 cu-in (3,471 cm3)
Spark Plugs NGK DILZKR7B11G
TypeUnleaded premium gasoline, Pump octane
number of 91 or higher
Fuel Tank Capacity 18.5 US gal (70.0 L)
Tank Capacity4.2 US qt (4.0 L)
■ Light Bulbs
■ Brake Fluid
Headlights (Low Beam)LED
Headlights (High Beam) LED
Fog Lights*LED
Front Turn Signal Lights LED
Front Side Marker LightsLED
Parking/Daytime Running Lights LED
Side Turn Signal Lights (on Door
Mirrors)LED
Brake Lights LED
Rear Side Marker LightsLED
Taillights LED
Back-Up LightsLED
Rear Turn Signal Light LED
High-Mount Brake LightLED
Rear License Plate Light LED
Door Outer Handle Lights*LED
Interior Lights Front, Second Row and Third
Row Map Lights LED
Vanity Mirror Lights 1.4 W
Door Courtesy Lights LED
Door Pocket Lights
*LED
Door Inner Handle Lights LED
Console Compartment Lights LED
Glove Box Light LED
Foot Lights LED
Tailgate Lights LED
SpecifiedAcura Heavy Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3
* Not available on all models
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uuEmissions Testing uTesting of Readiness Codes
Information
7. Select a nearby, lightly traveled major hi ghway where you can maintain a speed
of 50 to 60 mph (80 to 97 km/h) for at least 20 minutes.
Do not use cruise control and perform the following when traffic allows.
When stopped before entering the highway, use paddle shifters.
During acceleration up to speed, target 5,500 to 6,500 engine rpm continuously
for at least 10 seconds.
Then shift to
(D range and drive for 90 seconds without moving the accelerator
pedal. (Vehicle speed may vary slightly; this is okay.)
If you cannot do this for a continuous 90 seconds because of traffic conditions,
drive for at least 30 seconds, then repeat it two more times (for a total of 90
seconds).
8. Drive in city or suburban traffic for at le ast 10 minutes. When traffic conditions
allow, let the vehicle coast for several se conds without using the accelerator pedal
or the brake pedal.
9. Park the vehicle and leave the engine off for 30 minutes.
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Index
702
Index
Index
A
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System)................... 558
AC Power Outlet ....................................... 221
Accessories and Modifications ................. 634
Accessory Power Sockets .......................... 219
Acura Integrated Dynamics System ......... 450
Dynamic Mode switch ............................. 451
AcuraLink® ............................................... 405
AcuraWatch
TM........................................... 474
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed Follow ..................................... 99, 496
Additives Coolant ................................................... 604
Engine ..................................................... 599
Washer .................................................... 607
Adjusting Armrest ................................................... 207
Front Seats .............................................. 190
Head Restraints................................ 202, 206
Headlights ............................................... 608
Mirrors .................................................... 187
Rear Seats................................................ 199
Steering Wheel ........................................ 186
Agile Handling Assist ................................ 465
Air Conditioning System (Climate Control
System) .................................................... 229
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows ............................................... 231
Dust and Pollen Filter ............................... 628
Sensors .................................................... 235
Synchronized Mode ................................. 232 Using Automatic Climate Control ............ 229
Air Pressure ....................................... 616, 691
Airbags ........................................................ 45
Advanced Airbags ..................................... 51
After a Collision ........................................ 48
Airbag Care............................................... 62
Event Data Recorder .................................... 0
Front Airbags (SRS) .................................... 48
Indicator.............................................. 59, 94
Knee Airbag .............................................. 53
Passenger Airbag Off Indicator .................. 60
Sensors ..................................................... 45
Side Airbags .............................................. 56
Side Curtain Airbags.................................. 58
AM/FM Radio ............................................ 277
Amazon Alexa .......................................... 273
Android Auto ........................................... 313
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) .................. 558
Indicator.................................................... 94
Apple CarPlay ........................................... 308
Armrest ..................................................... 207
Audio Remote Controls ........................... 242
Audio System ............................................ 238
Adjusting the Sound................................ 271
Audio/Information Screen........................ 248
Display Setup .......................................... 272
Error Messages ........................................ 318
General Information ................................ 322
Home Screen........................................... 253
How to Update Wirelessly ....................... 265
How to Update with a USB Device........... 269 iPod ........................................................ 294
Limitations for Manual Operation ............ 272
MP3/WMA/AAC ..................................... 297
Playing Social Playlist ............................... 303
Reactivating ............................................ 241
Remote Controls ..................................... 242
Security Code ......................................... 241
Status Area ............................................. 258
System Updates ...................................... 265
Theft Protection ...................................... 241
USB Flash Drives.............................. 297, 324
USB Ports ................................................ 239
Audio/Information Screen ....................... 248
Authorized Manuals ................................ 700
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking ................ 146
Auto High-Beam ...................................... 174
Indicator ................................................... 97
Auto Idle Stop .......................................... 457
OFF Button ............................................. 458
Automatic Brake Hold ............................. 556
Indicator ........................................... 88, 556
Automatic Brake Hold System
Indicator ................................................. 556
Automatic Folding Door Mirror .............. 189
Automatic Intermittent Wipers .............. 178
Automatic Lighting .................................. 171
Automatic Transmission .......................... 441
Creeping................................................. 441
Fluid ....................................................... 606
Kickdown ............................................... 441
Operating the Shift Button ...................... 444
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Index
Shifting ................................................... 442
Average Fuel Economy ............................ 111
AWD ......................................................... 466
B
Battery ...................................................... 624
Charging System Indicator ................ 89, 671
If the Battery Is Dead............................... 666
Maintenance (Checking the Battery) ....... 624
Belts (Seat) .................................................. 37
Beverage Holders ..................................... 213
Blind spot information System ................ 471
Bluetooth ® Audio ..................................... 300
Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ®................... 376
Booster Seats (For Children) ...................... 79
Brake System ............................................ 551
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) .................. 558
Automatic Brake Hold ............................. 556
Brake Assist System................................. 559
Fluid ....................................................... 607
Foot Brake .............................................. 555
Indicator (Amber) .............................. 88, 673
Indicator (Red) .................... 86, 87, 672, 673
Parking Brake.......................................... 551
Brightness Control (Instrument Panel) ... 181
Built-in Key ............................................... 131
Bulb Replacement .................................... 608
Back-Up Lights ........................................ 609
Brake Lights ............................................ 609
Door Outer Handle Am bient Lights ......... 609 Fog Lights ................................................ 608
Front Turn Signal/Parking, Daytime Running
and Front Side Marker Lights ................. 608
Headlights ............................................... 608
High-Mount Brake Light .......................... 609
Rear License Plate Light ........................... 609
Rear Side Marker Lights ........................... 609
Rear Turn Signal Lights ............................ 609
Side Turn Signal/Em ergency Indicator
Lights .................................................... 608
Taillights .................................................. 609
Bulb Specifications ................................... 690
C
CabinTalk®............................................... 414
CAMERA Button ....................................... 574
Carbon Monoxide Gas ................................ 80
Carrying Cargo .................................. 417, 419
Certification Label .................................... 692
Changing Bulbs ......................................... 608
Charging System Indicator ................. 89, 671
Child Safety ................................................. 63
Childproof Door Locks ............................. 145
Child Seat .................................................... 63
Booster Seats ............................................. 79
Child Seat for Infants ................................. 65
Child Seat for Small Children ..................... 66
Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/Shoulder Seat Belt .................................................. 72
Larger Children .......................................... 78 Rear-facing Child Seat ............................... 65
Selecting a Child Seat ................................ 67
Childproof Door Locks ............................. 145
Cleaning the Exterior ............................... 631
Cleaning the Interior ................................ 629
Client Service Information ....................... 701
Climate Control System ............................ 229
Defrosting the Windshield and
Windows ............................................... 231
Dust and Pollen Filter............................... 628
Sensors ................................................... 235
Synchronized Mode................................. 232
Using Automatic Climate Control ............ 229
Clock .......................................................... 128
CMBS
TM (Collision Mitigation Braking
SystemTM) ................................................. 479
Coat Hook ................................................. 215
Collision Mitigation Braking System
TM
(CMBSTM) ................................................. 479
Compact Spare Tire .......................... 639, 691
Console Compartment ............................. 212
Controls ..................................................... 127
Coolant (Engine) ...................................... 604
Adding to the Radiator ............................ 605
Adding to the Reserve Tank..................... 604
Overheating ............................................ 668
Creeping (Automatic Transmission) ........ 441
Cross Traffic Monitor ............................... 566
Cup Holders .............................................. 213
Customized Features ................................ 345
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Index
D
Daytime Running Lights........................... 173
Dead Battery ............................................. 666
Defaulting All the Settings ...................... 372
Defrosting the Windshield and
Windows .................................................. 231
Detachable Anchor ..................................... 42
Devices that Emit Radio Waves ................ 693
Dimming Headlights ............................................... 170
Rearview Mirror ....................................... 187
Dipstick (Engine Oil) ................................. 600
Directional Signals (Turn Signal) .............. 169
Door Mirrors ............................................. 188
Door Outer Handle Ambient Lights ........ 135
Doors ......................................................... 130
Auto Door Locking .................................. 146
Auto Door Unlocking ............................... 146
Door Open Message .................................. 36
Keys ........................................................ 130
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Inside ..................................................... 143
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside .................................................. 133
DOT Tire Quality Grading ........................ 618
Driver Information Interface (Left Side Area) ........................................ 108
(Right Side Area) ...................................... 108
Switching the Display............................... 109 Driving
...................................................... 415
Automatic Transmission .......................... 441
Braking ................................................... 551
Off-Highway Driving Guidelines............... 432
Shifting Gear ........................................... 442
Starting the Engine.................................. 434
Driving Position Memory System ............ 183
Dust and Pollen Filter ............................... 628
Dynamic Mode Switch ............................. 451
E
Electric Parking Brake
Switch ..................................................... 551
Electric Power Steering (EPS) System Indicator............................................ 94, 674
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ............. 463
Emergency ................................................ 685
Emissions Testing (Readiness Codes) ....... 695
Engine ....................................................... 692
Coolant ................................................... 604
If the Battery Is Dead ............................... 666
Remote Engine Start................................ 436
Starting ................................................... 434
Engine Compartment Cover .................... 598
Engine Coolant ......................................... 604
Adding to the Radiator ............................ 605
Adding to the Reserve Tank..................... 604
Overheating ............................................ 668
Temperature Gauge ................................ 105 Engine Oil
Adding ................................................... 601
Checking ................................................ 600
Displaying Oil Life ................................... 589
Low Oil Pressure Warning ....................... 670
ENGINE START/STOP Button .................... 166
EPS (Electric Power Steering) System ...... 674
Exhaust Gas Hazard (Carbon Monoxide) .. 80
Exterior Care (Cleaning) .......................... 631
Exterior Mirrors ........................................ 188F
Features.................................................... 237
Filters Dust and Pollen....................................... 628
Oil .......................................................... 602
Flat Tire ............................................. 639, 647
Floor Mats ................................................ 630
Fluids Automatic Transmission .......................... 606
Brake ...................................................... 607
Engine Coolant ....................................... 604
Windshield Washer ................................. 607
FM/AM Radio ........................................... 277
Fog Lights ................................................. 173
Indicator ................................................... 97
Folding Down the Second Row Seat ...... 196
Folding Down the Third Row Seat .......... 199
Foot Brake ................................................ 555
Front Airbags (SRS) .................................... 48
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Index
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed Follow Interval ....................................... 100
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ..................... 94
Auto High-Beam ........................................ 97
Auto Idle Stop (Green) ............................... 91
Auto Idle Stop OFF..................................... 91
Auto Idle Stop Suspend ............................. 92
Auto Idle Stop System (Amber) .................. 91
Automatic Brake Hold........................ 88, 556
Automatic Brake Hold System ............ 88, 556
Blind spot information System ................. 472
Charging System ............................... 89, 671
Cruise Mode (White/Green) ..................... 100
Electric Power Steering (EPS) System .. 94, 674
Fog Light ................................................... 97
Gear Position ............................................. 89
High Beam................................................. 97
High Temperature (Red) ............................. 93
Immobilizer System .................................... 98
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) (Amber) ................................................. 101
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS)
(White/Green) ........................................ 101
Lights On ................................................... 97
Low Fuel (Amber) ...................................... 93
Low Oil Pressure Warning ........................ 670
Low Tire Pressure/TPMS ............................. 96
M (sequential mode) Indicator/Sequential
Mode Gear Selection Indicator ................. 89
Malfunction Indicator Lamp ............... 89, 671 Parking Brake a
nd Brake System
(Amber) ........................................... 88, 673
Parking Brake a nd Brake System
(Red) ................................. 86, 87, 672, 673
Safety Support (Amber) ........................... 101
Safety Support (Green/Gray) .................... 103
Seat Belt Reminder .............................. 38, 93
Security System Alarm ............................... 98
Supplemental Restraint System ............ 59, 94
System Message ........................................ 99
Transmission System.......................... 90, 676
Turn Signal and Hazard Warning ............... 97
Vehicle Stability Assist
TM (VSA ®) OFF .. 95, 464
Vehicle Stability AssistTM (VSA ®)
System ............................................ 95, 463
VSA ® OFF ................................................ 464
Information .............................................. 689
Instant Fuel Economy ............................... 111
Instrument Panel ........................................ 83
Brightness Control................................... 181
Interior Lights ........................................... 208
Interior Rearview Mirror .......................... 187
iPad ........................................................... 323
iPhone ....................................................... 323
iPod ................................................... 294, 323
J
Jack (Wheel Nut Wrench) ........................ 643
K
Key Number Tag...................................... 132
Keyless Access System .............................. 133
Keys ........................................................... 130
Number Tag............................................ 132
Rear Door Won’t Open ........................... 145
Remote Transmitter ................................ 139
Types and Functions................................ 130
Kickdown (Automatic Transmission) ...... 441
Knee Airbag ............................................... 53
L
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) ........ 514
LATCH (Child Seats) ............................. 68, 74
Legal Information .................................... 337
License Information ................................. 340
Lights ................................................ 170, 608
Automatic............................................... 171
Bulb Replacement ................................... 608
Daytime Running Lights .......................... 173
High Beam Indicator ................................. 97
Interior.................................................... 208
Light Switches......................................... 170
Lights On Indicator .................................... 97
Turn Signals ............................................ 169
Load Limits ............................................... 419
Locking/Unlocking ................................... 130
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking ................. 146
Childproof Door Locks ............................ 145
From Inside ............................................. 143
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Index
From Outside .......................................... 133
Keys........................................................ 130
Using a Key............................................. 141
Low Battery Charge ................................. 671
Low Fuel Indicator (Amber) ...................... 93
Low Oil Pressure Warning ....................... 670
Low Speed Braking Control .................... 490
Lower Anchors ........................................... 68
Lubricant Specifications Chart ................ 691
Luggage (Maximum Load Limit) ............. 419
Lumbar Support ....................................... 191
M
Maintenance.................................... 112, 585
Battery .................................................... 624
Brake Fluid .............................................. 607
Cleaning ................................................. 629
Climate Control System .......................... 628
Coolant .................................................. 604
Maintenance Minder
TM............................ 589
Oil .......................................................... 600
Precautions ............................................. 586
Radiator .................................................. 605
Remote Transmitter ........................ 626, 627
Replacing Light Bulbs .............................. 608
Safety ..................................................... 587
Service Items ........................................... 591
Tires........................................................ 615
Transmission Fluid ................................... 606
Under the Hood ...................................... 595 Malfunction Indicator Lamp
.............. 89, 671
Map Light Switches .................................. 209
Maximum Load Limit ............................... 419
Meters, Gauges ......................................... 104
Mirrors ....................................................... 187
Adjusting ................................................. 187
Door ........................................................ 188
Exterior .................................................... 188
Interior Rearview ..................................... 187
Modifications (and Accessories) .............. 634
MP3 ........................................................... 297
MP3/WMA/AAC ........................................ 297
Multi-View Rear Camera .......................... 571
N
Navigation........................................ 111, 126
Numbers (Identification) .......................... 692
O
Odometer.................................................. 105
Off-Highway Driving Guidelines ............. 432
Oil (Engine) Adding .................................................... 601
Checking ................................................. 600
Displaying Oil Life .................................... 589
Low Oil Pressure Warning ........................ 670
Open Source Licenses ............................... 339 Opening/Closing
Hood....................................................... 596
Panoramic Roof ....................................... 163
Power Windows ...................................... 160
Tailgate ................................................... 147
Operating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel ....................................... 166
Outside Temperature Display .................. 105
Overheating .............................................. 668
P
Paddle Shifters (Sequential Mode) .......... 449
Panic Mode ............................................... 159
Panoramic Roof ........................................ 163
Parking ...................................................... 560
Parking Brake ........................................... 551
Parking Brake and Brake System Indicator
(Amber) ............................................. 88, 673
Parking Brake and Brake System Indicator (Red) .................................... 86, 87, 672, 673
Parking Sensor System ............................. 562
Passenger Airbag Off Indicator ................. 60
Passing Indicators ..................................... 170
Playing Bluetooth ® Audio ........................ 300
Power Monitor ......................................... 107
Power Tailgate ......................................... 149
Power Windows ....................................... 160
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Index
Side Curtain Airbags.................................. 58
SiriusXM ® Radio ....................................... 281
Smart Shortcuts ........................................ 262
Snow Tires ................................................ 623
Social Playlist ............................................ 303
Sonar Sensors ........................................... 550
Spare Tire ......................................... 639, 691
Spark Plugs ............................................... 690
Specifications ........................................... 690
Specified Fuel ................................... 581, 690
Speed Limit Information ......................... 106
Speedometer ............................................ 104
SRS Airbags (Airbags) ................................ 48
Starting Assist Brake Function ................ 462
Starting the Engine .................................. 434
Does Not Start ........................................ 662
If the Battery Is Dead............................... 666
Remote Engine Start ............................... 436
Steering Wheel ........................................ 186
Adjusting ................................................ 186
Heater .................................................... 226
Stopping ................................................... 560
Summer Tires ............................................ 623
Sunglasses Holder .................................... 216
Super Handling-All Wheel Drive
TM
(SH-AWD ®).............................................. 466
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) ....... 48
Surround View Camera System ............... 573
Switches (Around the Steering Wheel) ............................................ 6, 7, 166
Synchronized Mode ................................. 232 System Message Indicator
.......................... 99
System Updates ........................................ 265
T
Tailgate..................................................... 147
Unable to Open ....................................... 687
Temperature Gauge ..................................................... 105
Outside Temperature Display ................... 105
Temperature Sensor ................................. 105
Temporary Tire Repair Kit ........................ 648
Third Row Seat (Folding Down) .............. 199
Third Row Seat Access .............................. 197
Tie-down Anchors .................................... 215
Time (Setting) ........................................... 128
Tire Fill Assist .................................... 467, 675
Tire Pressure Moni toring System (TPMS)
Indicator .................................................... 96
Tire Pressure Monito ring System (TPMS)
with Tire Fill Assist .................................. 467
Indicator .................................................. 675
Tire Repair Kit ........................................... 647
Tires ........................................................... 615
Air Pressure ..................................... 616, 691
Checking and Maintaining ....................... 615
Inspection ................................................ 615
Labeling .................................................. 616
Puncture (Flat Tire) ........................... 639, 647
Regulations ............................................. 618
Rotation .................................................. 622 Spare Tire ........................................ 639, 691
Summer .................................................. 623
Temporary Tire Repair Kit ........................ 648
Tire Chains .............................................. 623
Tire Repair Kit.......................................... 647
Wear Indicators ....................................... 620
Winter..................................................... 623
Tools .......................................................... 638
Towing a Trailer ....................................... 422
Equipment and Accessories ..................... 425
Load Limits .............................................. 422
Towing Behind a Motorhome ................. 431
Towing Your Vehicle Emergency .............................................. 685
TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitoring System) Indicator.................................................... 96
TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitoring System)
with Tire Fill Assist .................................. 467
Indicator.................................................. 675
Traffic Jam Assist ...................................... 523
Traffic Sign Recognition System .............. 541
Trailer Stability Assist ............................... 429
Transmission ....................................... 21, 442
Automatic ......................................... 21, 442
Fluid ........................................................ 606
Gear Position Indicator ...................... 89, 444
Indicator.................................................. 676
Number................................................... 692
Sequential Mode ..................................... 448
Transmission System Indicator.................................................... 90
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