2022 ACURA MDX parking brake

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uuIndicator, Comi ng On/BlinkinguIf the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On or Blinks at the Same Time When the Brake System Indicator (Amber) Comes On
Handling the Unexpected
If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On or
Blinks at the Same Time When the Brake System
Indicator (Amber) Comes On
■If the brake system indicator (red) comes on or blinks at the
same time when the brake syst em indicator (amber) comes on,
release the parking brake ma nually or automatically
2Parking Brake P. 551
•If the brake system indicator (red) continuously comes on or blinks at
the same time when the brake sy stem indicator (amber) comes on,
stop the vehicle in a safe place an d have it inspected by a dealer
immediately.
u Preventing the vehicle from mo ving, put the transmission into
(P.
•If only the brake system indicator (r ed) is turned off, avoid using the
parking brake and have your vehicle checked by a dealer immediately.
1If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On or Blinks at the Same
Time When the Brake System Indicator (Amber) Comes On
If you apply the parking br ake, you may not be able
to release it.
If the brake system indicator (red) and the brake
system indicator (amber) come on at the same time,
the parking brake is working.
If the brake system indicator (red) blinks at the same
time when the brake system indicator (amber) comes
on, the parking brake may not work because it is
checking the system.
U.S.
Canada
(Red)
U.S.
Canada
(Amber)
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uuIndicator, Coming On/Blinking uIf the Transmission System Indicator Blinks along with the Warning Message
Handling the Unexpected
If the Transmission System Indicator Blinks along
with the Warning Message
■Reasons for the indicator to blink
The transmission is malfunctioning.
■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
instrument 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. 434
1If 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. 685
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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.
Make sure the parking brake is released. If you
cannot release the parking brake, your vehicle must
be transported by the flat bed equipment. 2 Parking Brake P. 551
2WD models
All models
2WD models
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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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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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