2022 ACURA MDX fuses

Contents
This owner’s manual should be considered a permanent part of the
vehicle and should remain with the vehicle when it is sold.
The Navigation Manual is available online at owners.acura.com
(U.S.) or acura.ca (Canada). If you are the firs t registered owner
of your vehicle, you may request a complimentary printed
copy of the Navigation Manual within the first six months of
vehicle purchase. To request a copy, visit owners.acura.com. In
Canada, please request a copy from your Acura dealer.
This owner’s manual covers all models of your vehicle. You may find
descriptions of equipment and features that are not on your
particular model.
Images throughout this owner’s manu al (including the front cover)
represent features and equipment that are available on some, but
not all, models. Your particular mo del may not have some of these
features.
This owner’s manual is for vehicles sold in the United States and
Canada.
The information and specifications in cluded in this publication were
in effect at the time of approval for printing. Honda Motor Co., Ltd.
reserves the right, however, to discontinue or change specifications
or design at any time without notice and without incurring any
obligation.2 Safe Driving P. 31
For Safe Driving P. 32 Seat Belts P. 37 Airbags P. 45
2Instrument Panel P. 83
Indicators P. 84 Gauges and Displays P. 104
2Controls P. 127
Clock P. 128 Locking and Unlocking the Doors P. 130
Windows P. 160 Panoramic Roof P. 163
Seats P. 190
2 Features P. 237
Audio System P. 238 Audio System Basic Operation P. 244
Customized Features P. 345 HomeLink® Universal Transceiver P. 373
CabinTalk ®
* P. 414
2Driving P. 415
Before Driving P. 416 Towing a Trailer P. 422
Parking Your Vehicle P. 560Multi-View Rear Camera* P. 571
Fuel Economy and CO
2 Emissions P. 584
2 Maintenance P. 585
Before Performing Maintenance P. 586 Maintenance MinderTM P. 589
Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades P. 610
Climate Control System Main tenance P. 628 Cleaning P. 629
2Handling the Unexpected P. 637
Tools P. 638 If a Tire Goes Flat P. 639
Overheating P. 668 Indicator, Coming On/Blinking P. 670 Fuses P. 677
If You Cannot Open the Ta ilgate P. 687 Refueling P. 688
2Information P. 689
Specifications P. 690 Identification Numbers P. 692
Emissions Testing P. 695 Warranty Coverages P. 697
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Maintenance
Accessories and Modifications
Accessories
When installing accessories, check the following:
• Do not install accessories on the windshield. They can obstruct your view and
delay your reaction to driving conditions.
• Do not install any accessories over areas marked SRS Airbag, on the sides or backs
of the front seats, on front or side pillars, or near the side windows.
Accessories installed in these areas may interfere with proper operation of the
vehicle’s airbags or may be propelled into you or another occupant if the airbags
deploy.
• Be sure electronic accessories do not over load electrical circuits or interfere with
proper operation of your vehicle.
2 Fuses P. 677
•Before installing any electron ic accessory, have the installer contact a dealer for
assistance. If possible, have a d ealer inspect the final installation.
1Accessories and Modifications
Acura Genuine accessori es are recommended to
ensure proper operati on on your vehicle.
3WARNING
Improper accessories or modifications can
affect your vehicle’s handling, stability, and
performance, and cause a crash in which
you can be seriously hurt or killed.
Follow all instruction s in this owner’s
manual regarding accessories and
modifications.
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Handling the Unexpected
This chapter explains how to handle unexpected troubles.
ToolsTypes of Tools .................................. 638
If a Tire Goes Flat Changing a Flat Tire ......................... 639
Temporarily Repairi ng a Flat Tire....... 647
Handling of the Jack ......................... 661
Engine Does Not Start Checking the Engine ........................ 662
If the Keyless Access Remote Battery is Weak ... 663Emergency Engine Start ................... 664
Emergency Engine Stop ................... 665
If the Battery Is Dead ....................... 666
Overheating
How to Handle Overheating ............. 668 Indicator, Coming On/Blinking
If the Low Oil Pressure Warning Appears ....670
If the Charging System Indicator Comes On .. 671
If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes
On or Blinks ................................... 671
If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On or Blinks ................................... 672
If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On or Blinks at the Same Time When the Brake
System Indicator (Amber) Comes On .. 673
If the Electric Power Steering (EPS) System
Indicator Comes On ........................... 674
If the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator Comes On or Blinks ....................... 675
If the Transmission System Indicator Blinks along with the Warning Message... 676
Fuses Fuse Locations ................................. 677
Inspecting and Changing Fuses ........ 683
Emergency Towing ........................... 685
If You Cannot Unlock the Fuel Fill Door ... 686
If You Cannot Open the Tailgate .... 687
Refueling Refueling From a Portable Fuel Container ... 688
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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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677Continued
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.
Replacement of fuses No.1-5 should be
done by a dealer.
■Engine Compartment Fuse
Box
Tab
■Circuit protected and fuse rating
Circuit ProtectedAmps
1Battery225 A
2
Idle Stop 130 A
Idle Stop 230 A
EPS80 A
Power Module 170 A
Fuse Box Main 160 A
Fuse Box Option 160 A
Rear Blower30 A
3
Active Control Mount30 A
Starter Motor30 A
Radiator Fan30 A
Heater Motor40 A
Power Module ACC40 A
Rear Defogger40 A
Fuse Box Option 260 A
4
AC Power Outlet*(30 A)
Brake Booster40 A
Rear Fuse Box Main 260 A
VSA F/S RLY40 A
Rear Fuse Box Main 160 A
−60 A
Fuse Box Main 260 A
Circuit ProtectedAmps
5
Power Module 230 A
VSA Pump Motor40 A
IG Main 230 A
Relay Module 230 A
Relay Module 130 A
−30 A
IG Main 130 A
6 Conditioner Fan 30 A
7Wiper30 A
8− −
9FI Main15 A
10 − −
11Injector20 A
12 − −
13Trailer E-Brake*(20 A)
14 Horn 15 A
15−−
16 FI-ECU 10 A
17−−
18 DBW 15 A
19Audio15 A
20Back Up7.5 A
* Not available on all models
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uuFuses uFuse Locations
Handling the Unexpected
Circuit ProtectedAmps
21Transmission 115 A
22 − −
23Hazard10 A
24 − −
25Brake Lights7.5 A
26 IG Coil 15 A
27Transmission 310 A
28 Transmission 2 10 A
29−−
30 − −
31Washer15 A
32 Battery Sensor 10 A
33Shutter Grille10 A
34−−
35−−
36Cruise SW10 A
37IGPS (VSS)(10 A)
38Sub Fan Diode10 A
39−−
40−−
41−−
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Continued
Handling the Unexpected
Located under the dashboard.
Fuse locations are shown on the label on
the side panel.
Locate the fuse in question by the fuse
number and label number.
■Circuit protected and fuse rating
■Driver’s Side Interior Fuse Box
Type A
Circuit ProtectedAmps
1Driver’s Power Window30 A
2Front Passenger’s Power
Window30 A
3Rear Passenger’s Side
Power Window30 A
4Rear Driver’s Side Power Window30 A
5Option10 A
6SRS10 A
Fuse Box
Fuse Label
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uuFuses uFuse Locations
Handling the Unexpected
Located under the dashboard.
Fuse locations are shown on the label on
the side panel.
Locate the fuse in question by the fuse
number and label number.
■Driver’s Side In terior Fuse Box
Type B
Fuse Box
Fuse Label
■Circuit protected and fuse rating
Circuit ProtectedAmps
AMeter10 A
BAcuraWatchTM10 A
CAIRCON10 A
DActive Control Mount10 A
EActive Noise Canceling10 A
FSteering Wheel Audio10 A
GTelematics10 A
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