2022 ACURA MDX dead battery

662
Handling the Unexpected
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 dr iver information interface.
●If the To start, touch start button With emblem side of remote message appears
2If the Keyless Access Remote Battery is Weak P. 663
uMake sure the keyless access remo te is in its operating range.
2ENGINE START/STOP Button Operating Range P. 166
Check the brightness of the interior lights.
Turn on the interior ligh ts and check the brightness.
●If the interior lights are dim or do not come on at all 2 Battery P. 624●If the interior lights come on normally
2 Fuses P. 677
2 Emergency Engine Start P. 664
The starter turns over normally
but the engine doesn’t start.
There may be a problem with a
fuse. Check each of the items on
the right and respond accordingly. Review the engine start procedure.
Follow its instructions, and try to start the engine again.
2
Starting the Engine P. 434
Check the immobilizer system indicator.
When the immobilizer system indicator is blinking, the engine cannot be started.
2Immobilizer System P. 157
Check the fuel level.
There should be enough fuel in the tank.
2 Fuel Gauge P. 104
Check the fuses.
Check all fuses, or have the vehicle checked by a dealer.
2Inspecting and Changing Fuses P. 683
If the problem continues:
2Emergency Towing P. 685
1Checking the Engine
If you must start the vehi cle immediately, use an
assisting vehicle or booster battery to jump start it.
2 If the Battery Is Dead P. 666
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666
Handling the Unexpected
If the Battery Is Dead
Turn off the power to electric devices, such as audio and lights. Turn off the engine,
then open the hood. 1.Open the cover on the positive + terminal.
2. Connect the first jump er cable to your
vehicle’s battery + terminal.
3. Connect the other end of the first jumper
cable to the booster battery + terminal.
u Use a 12-volt booster battery only.
u When using an automotive battery
charger to boost your 12-volt battery,
select a lower charging voltage than 15-
volt. Check the charger manual for the
proper setting.
4. Connect the second jumper cable to the
booster battery - terminal.
■Jump Starting Procedure1If the Battery Is Dead
Securely attach the jumper cables clips so that they
do not come off when the e ngine vibrates. Also be
careful not to tangle the ju mper cables or allow the
cable ends to touch each other while attaching or
detaching the jumper cables.
Battery performance degrades in cold conditions and
may prevent the engi ne from starting.
3WARNING
A battery can explode if you do not follow
the correct procedure, seriously injuring
anyone nearby.
Keep all sparks, open flames, and smoking
materials away from the battery.
Booster Battery
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667
uuIf the Battery Is Dead u
Handling the Unexpected
5.Connect the other end of the second
jumper cable to the ground bolt as shown.
Do not connect this jumper cable to any
other part.
6. If your vehicle is connected to another
vehicle, start the assisting vehicle’s engine
and increase its rpm slightly.
7. Attempt to start your ve hicle’s engine. If it
turns over slowly, check that the jumper
cables have good metal-to-metal contact.
Once your vehicle’s engine has started, re move the jumper cables in the following
order.
1. Disconnect the jumper cable from your vehicle’s ground.
2. Disconnect the other end of the jump er cable from the booster battery -
terminal.
3. Disconnect the jumper cable from your vehicle’s battery + terminal.
4. Disconnect the other end of the jump er cable from the booster battery +
terminal.
Have your vehicle inspected by a n earby service station or a dealer.
■What to Do After the Engine Starts
1Jump Starting Procedure
The Vehicle Stability Assist
TM (VSA ®) system, Adaptive
Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed Follow, safety
support, and low tire pre ssure/TPMS indicators may
come on along with a message in the driver
information interface when you set the power mode
to ON after rec onnecting a battery.
Drive a short distance at mo re than 12mph (20 km/h).
Each indicator should go off. If any do not, have your
vehicle checked by a dealer.
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695Continued
Information
Emissions Testing
Testing of Readiness Codes
Your vehicle has readiness codes as part of the onboard self diagnostic system.
Some states use these codes for testing to verify whether your vehicle’s emissions
components are working properly.
The codes may not be read properly if testing is performed just after the battery has
gone dead or been disconnected.
To check if they are set, set the power mo de to ON, without starting the engine. The
malfunction indicator lamp will come on for several seconds. If it then goes off, the
readiness codes are set. If it blinks fi ve times, the readiness codes are not set.
If you are required to have your vehicle te sted before the readiness codes are ready,
prepare the vehicle for retest ing by doing the following:
1. Fill the gas tank to approximately 3/4 full.
2. Park the vehicle and leave the engine off for 6 hours or more.
3. Make sure the ambient temperature is between 40°F and 95°F (4°C and 35°C).
4. Start the engine without touching the ac celerator pedal, and let it idle for 20
seconds.
5. Keep the vehicle in
(P. Increase the engine speed to 2,000 rpm, and hold it there
for about 3 minutes.
6. Let the engine idle with your foot off the accelerator for 20 seconds.
1Testing of Readiness Codes
The readiness codes are erased when the battery is
disconnected, and set again only after several days of
driving under a variety of conditions.
If a testing facility determines that the readiness
codes are not set, you may be requested to return at
a later date to complete the test.
If the testing facility determines the readiness codes
are still not set, see a dealer.
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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
Front Seats................................................ 190
Adjusting ................................................ 190
Front Sensor Camera ............................... 547
Fuel ..................................................... 23, 581
Fuel Economy and CO
2 Emissions ............ 584
Gauge .................................................... 104
Instant Fuel Economy .............................. 111
Low Fuel Indicator (Amber) ....................... 93
Recommendation.................................... 581
Refueling ................................................ 581
Fuel Economy and CO
2 Emissions ............ 584
Fuel Fill Door ............................................ 582
Unable to Unlock .................................... 686
Fuses ......................................................... 677
Inspecting and Changing ........................ 683
Locations ................ 677, 679, 680, 681, 682
G
Gasoline (Fuel) Economy................................................. 584
Gauge .................................................... 104
Information............................................. 581
Instant Fuel Economy .............................. 111
Low Fuel Indicator (Amber) ....................... 93
Refueling ................................................ 581
Gauge Settings ......................................... 113
Gauges ...................................................... 104
Gear Position Indicator ...................... 89, 444
Glass (care) ............................................... 632
Glove Box ................................................. 211 G-meter
..................................................... 115
H
Handling of the Jack ................................ 661
Handling the Unexpected ........................ 637
HandsFreeLink ® (HFL) ............................... 376
Automatic Import of Phone Contacts and
Call History ............................................ 387
Automatic Transferring ............................ 386
Displaying Messages ................................ 399
Favorite Contacts ..................................... 388
HFL Buttons ............................................. 376
HFL Menus .............................................. 380
HFL Status Display ................................... 378
In Case of Emergency .............................. 409
Limitations for Manua l Operation ............ 379
Making a Call .......................................... 389
Options During a Call .............................. 393
Phone Setup ............................................ 382
Receiving a Call ....................................... 392
Receiving a Text Message ........................ 397
Ring Tone ................................................ 386
Selecting a Phone .................................... 398
To Set Up a Text Message Options ........... 396
Hazard Warning Button ............................... 6
HD Radio
TM................................................ 280
Head Restraints ................................. 202, 206
Headlights ................................................. 170
Aiming .................................................... 608
Auto High-Beam ...................................... 174 Automatic Operation............................... 171
Dimming ......................................... 170, 173
Operating................................................ 170
Head-Up Display ....................................... 122
Heated Door Mirrors ................................ 180
Heated Steering Wheel ............................ 226
Heated Windshield ................................... 180
Heater (Steering Wheel) .......................... 226
Heaters (Seat) ................................... 227, 228
HFL (HandsFreeLink ®)............................... 376
High Beam Indicator .................................. 97
High Temperature Indicator (Red)............ 93
Hill Start Assist System ............................. 439
HomeLink ® Universal Transceiver ............ 373
Honda App License Agreement .............. 325
I
Identification Numbers
Engine and Transmission ......................... 692
Vehicle Identification ............................... 692
If the Battery Is Dead ............................... 666
Illumination Control ................................. 181
Button..................................................... 181
Immobilizer System .................................. 157
Indicator.................................................... 98
Indicators .................................................... 84
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed Follow (Amber) ........................................ 99
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed
Follow (White/Green)............................. 100
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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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