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 2009  MDX 

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Page 1: ...ponsibilities Maintaining your vehicle according to the maintenance minder shown in the instrument panel helps to keep your driving trouble free while it preserves your investment When your vehicle needs maintenance keep in mind that your dealer s staff is specially trained in servicing the many systems unique to your vehicle Your dealer is dedicated to your satisfaction and will be pleased to ans...

Page 2: ... component This data belongs to the vehicle owner and may not be accessed by anyone else except as legally required or with the permission of the vehicle owner Service Diagnostic Recorders This vehicle is equipped with service related devices that record information about powertrain performance The data can be used to verify emissions law requirements and or help technicians diagnose and solve ser...

Page 3: ...of forms including Safety Labels on the vehicle Safety Messages preceded by a safety alert symbol and one of three signal words DANGER WARNING or CAUTION These signal words mean You WILL be KILLED or SERIOUSLY HURT if you don t follow instructions You CAN be KILLED or SERIOUSLY HURT if you don t follow instructions You CAN be HURT if you don t follow instructions Safety Headings such as Important ...

Page 4: ... if you make abrupt turns Utility vehicles have a significantly higher rollover rate than other types of vehicles In a rollover crash an unbelted person is significantly more likely to die than a person wearing a seat belt As a reminder make sure you and your passengers always wear seat belts For information on how to reduce the risk of rollover read Driving Guidelines on page 338 of this manual a...

Page 5: ...ear entertainment steering wheel security cruise control and other convenience items 169 Before Driving fuel vehicle break in and cargo loading 321 Driving engine and transmission operation 337 Maintenance minder fluid checking minor services and vehicle storage 381 Taking Care of the Unexpected flat tire dead battery overheating and fuses 423 Technical Information vehicle specifications tires and...

Page 6: ...o Driving The proper way to start the engine shift the transmission and park plus what you need to know if you re planning to tow a trailer Maintenance The maintenance minder shows you when you need to take your vehicle to the dealer for maintenance service There is also a list of things to check and instructions on how to check them Taking Care of the Unexpected This section covers several proble...

Page 7: ...AL P 153 AUXILIARY INPUT JACKSꭧ P 267 HEADPHONE CONNECTORSꭧ P 268 INSTRUMENT PANEL INDICATORS P 63 HomeLink BUTTONS P 276 MOONROOF SWITCH P 152 MIRROR CONTROL AUTO BUTTONꭧ P 154 PASSENGER S FRONT AIRBAG P 9 27 CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM P 170 AUDIO SYSTEM P 180 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION P 341 REAR CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM P 175 GAUGES P 72 CONTINUED Your Vehicle at a Glance 3 Your Vehicle at a Glance 08 06...

Page 8: ...ATE BUTTONꭧ2 P 132 HOOD RELEASE HANDLE P 325 HORNꭧ1 STEERING WHEEL ADJUSTMENTS P 124 HEADLIGHT TURN SIGNAL FRONT FOG LIGHTS P 118 STEERING WHEEL AUDIO CONTROLS P 233 WINDSHIELD WIPERS WASHERS P 116 INSTRUMENT PANEL BRIGHTNESS P 123 PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF INDICATOR P 34 HAZARD WARNING BUTTON P 122 REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER P 122 ACCESSORY POWER SOCKETS P 166 SEAT HEATER SWITCHES P 148 ACTIVE DAMPER SYSTEM...

Page 9: ...our Side Curtain Airbags Work 32 How the SRS Indicator Works 33 How the Side Airbag Off Indicator Works 33 How the Passenger Airbag Off Indicator Works 34 Airbag Service 35 Additional Safety Precautions 35 Protecting Children General Guidelines 37 All Children Must Be Restrained 37 All Children Should Sit in a Back Seat 38 The Passenger s Front Airbag Can Pose Serious Risks 38 If You Must Drive wi...

Page 10: ...close to them or are not properly restrained Infants young children and short adults are at the greatest risk Be sure to follow all instructions and warnings in this manual Don t Drink and Drive Alcohol and driving don t mix Even one drink can reduce your ability to respond to changing conditions and your reaction time gets worse with every additional drink So don t drink and drive and don t let y...

Page 11: ... remain sitting in a proper position and always wear your seat belts In fact some safety features can contribute to injuries if they are not used properly The following pages explain how you can take an active role in protecting yourself and your passengers 1 Safety Cage 2 Crush Zones 3 Seats and Seat Backs 4 Head Restraints 5 Collapsible Steering Column 6 Seat Belts 7 Front Airbags 8 Side Airbags...

Page 12: ...always wear seat belts and wear them properly When properly worn seat belts Keep you connected to the vehicle so you can take advantage of the vehicle s built in safety features Help protect you in almost every type of crash including frontal impacts side impacts rear impacts rollovers Help keep you from being thrown against the inside of the vehicle and against other occupants Keep you from being...

Page 13: ...nger during a moderate to severe side impact see page 30 for more information on how your side airbags work In addition your vehicle has side curtain airbags to help protect the heads of the driver front passenger and passengers in the outer rear seating positions during a moderate to severe side impact or rollover see page 32 for more information on how your side curtain airbags work CONTINUED Yo...

Page 14: ...ng properly What you should do Always wear your seat belt properly and sit upright and as far back from the steering wheel as possible while allowing full control of the vehicle A front passenger should move their seat as far back from the dashboard as possible The rest of this section gives more detailed information about how you can maximize your safety Remember however that no safety system can...

Page 15: ...oors and the tailgate are closed and locked Your vehicle has a door and tailgate open indicator on the multi information display to indicate when a specific door or the tailgate is not tightly closed You will see the appropriate indicator and the message for each condition When one or more doors are not tightly closed the DOOR OPEN message will come on When the tailgate is not tightly closed the T...

Page 16: ...ent an outsider from unexpectedly opening a door when you come to a stop Your vehicle has the auto door locking unlocking feature For more information see page 130 2 Adjust the Front Seats Adjust the driver s seat as far to the rear as possible while allowing you to maintain full control of the vehicle Have a front passenger adjust their seat as far to the rear as possible Protecting Adults and Te...

Page 17: ... that you investigate whether some type of adaptive equipment may help Sitting too close to a front airbag can result in serious injury or death if the front airbags inflate Always sit as far back from the front airbags as possible See page 140 for how to adjust the front seats 3 Adjust the Seat Backs Adjust the driver s seat back to a comfortable upright position leaving ample space between your ...

Page 18: ...straint so the center of the back of your head rests against the center of the restraint Have passengers adjust their head restraints properly as well Taller persons should adjust their restraint as high as possible Improperly positioning head restraints reduces their effectiveness and you can be seriously injured in a crash Make sure head restraints are in place and positioned properly before dri...

Page 19: ... pull up on the shoulder part of the belt so the lap part fits snugly This lets your strong pelvic bones take the force of a crash and reduces the chance of internal injuries If necessary pull up on the belt again to remove any slack then check that the belt rests across the center of your chest and over your shoulder This spreads the forces of a crash over the strongest bones in your upper body I...

Page 20: ...hind your back This could cause very serious injuries in a crash If a seat belt does not seem to work properly it may not protect the occupant in a crash No one should sit in a seat with an inoperative seat belt Using a seat belt that is not working properly can result in serious injury or death Have your dealer check the belt as soon as possible See page 20 for additional information about your s...

Page 21: ...ans forward or sideways or puts one or both feet up the chance of injury during a crash is greatly increased In addition an occupant who is out of position in the front seat can be seriously or fatally injured in a crash by striking interior parts of the vehicle or being struck by an inflating front airbag Sitting improperly or out of position can result in serious injury or death in a crash Alway...

Page 22: ...at as far back as possible while allowing full control of the vehicle When riding as a front passenger adjust the seat as far back as possible This will reduce the risk of injuries to both you and your unborn child that can be caused by a crash or an inflating front airbag Each time you have a checkup ask your doctor if it s okay for you to drive Protecting Adults and Teens 18 08 06 06 16 58 07 09...

Page 23: ...d or sharp objects between yourself and a front airbag Carrying hard or sharp objects on your lap or driving with a pipe or other sharp object in your mouth can result in injuries if your front airbag inflates Keep your hands and arms away from the airbag covers If your hands or arms are close to an airbag cover they could be injured if the airbag inflates Do not attach or place objects on the fro...

Page 24: ...tor will flash If your seat belt is not fastened before the beeper stops the indicator will stop flashing but remain on If a front passenger does not fasten their seat belt the indicator will come on about 6 seconds after the ignition switch is turned to the ON II position If either the driver or a front passenger does not fasten their seat belt while driving the beeper will sound and the indicato...

Page 25: ...s completely After exiting the vehicle be sure the belt is out of the way and will not get closed in the door All seat belts have an emergency locking retractor In normal driving the retractor lets you move freely in your seat while it keeps some tension on the belt During a collision or sudden stop the retractor automatically locks the belt to help restrain your body The seat belts in all positio...

Page 26: ...passenger in position The tensioners are designed to activate in any collision severe enough to cause the front airbags to deploy or if a sensor detects your vehicle is about to roll over see page 32 If a side curtain airbag deploys during a side impact the tensioner on that side of the vehicle will also deploy The tensioners can also be activated during a collision in which the front airbags do n...

Page 27: ...ils If a seat belt is worn during a crash it must be replaced by the dealer A belt that has been worn during a crash may not provide the same level of protection in a subsequent crash The dealer should also inspect the anchors for damage and replace them if needed If the automatic seat belt tensioners activate during a crash they must be replaced Not checking or maintaining seat belts can result i...

Page 28: ...t Passenger s Weight Sensors 8 Passenger Airbag Off Indicator 9 Occupant Position Detection System OPDS Sensors 10 Front Passenger s Weight Sensors OPDS Sensors Control Unit 11 SRS Indicator 1 11 8 6 2 3 5 10 9 7 4 5 4 Additional Information About Your Airbags 24 08 06 06 16 58 07 09 ACURA MDX MMC North America Owner s M 50 31STX620 enu 2009 MDX Table Of Contents Main Menu ...

Page 29: ...are marked SIDE AIRBAG see page 30 Two side curtain airbags one for each side of the vehicle The airbags are stored in the roof above the side windows The front and rear pillars are marked SIDE CURTAIN AIRBAG see page 32 12 Front Impact Sensors 13 Side Curtain Airbags 14 Side Impact Sensors First 15 Side Impact Sensors Second 16 Roll Rate Sensor 17 Safing Sensor 12 13 16 17 15 14 CONTINUED Additio...

Page 30: ... that can detect if your vehicle is about to roll over and signal the control unit to deploy both side curtain airbags and front seat belt tensioners see page 32 A sophisticated electronic system that continually monitors and records information about the sensors the control unit the airbag activators the seat belt tensioners and driver and front passenger seat belt use when the ignition switch is...

Page 31: ...n if the severity of a collision is at the margin or threshold that determines whether or not the airbags will deploy In such cases the seat belt will provide sufficient protection and the supplemental protection offered by the airbag would be minimal Only the driver s airbag can deploy if there is no passenger in the front seat or if the advanced airbag system has turned the passenger s airbag of...

Page 32: ...rovide the quickest and greatest protection In a less severe crash one stage will ignite first then the second stage will ignite a split second later This provides longer airbag inflation time with a little less force Dual Threshold Airbags Your front airbags are also dual threshold airbags Airbags with this feature have two deployment thresholds that depend on whether sensors detect the occupant ...

Page 33: ...nder the seat If the seat is too far forward the airbag will inflate with less force regardless of the severity of the impact If there is a problem with the sensor the SRS indicator will come on and the airbag will inflate in the normal manner regardless of the driver s seating position The passenger s advanced front airbag system has weight sensors under the seat Although Acura does not encourage...

Page 34: ...rgo on the seat or floor behind it Hanging heavy items on the front passenger seat or placing heavy items in the seat back pocket Moving the front passenger s seat or seat back forcibly back against the folded right side second row seat Also make sure the floor mat behind the front passenger s seat is hooked to the floor mat anchor see page 410 If it is not the mat may interfere with the proper op...

Page 35: ...adult leans sideways or a larger adult slouches and leans sideways into the airbag s deployment path Objects placed on the front passenger seat can also cause the side airbag to be shut off If the side airbag off indicator comes on see page 33 have the passenger sit upright Once the passenger is out of the airbag s deployment path the system will turn the airbag back on and the indicator will go o...

Page 36: ...Rollover If the rollover sensor detects your vehicle is about to roll over it signals the control unit which immediately deploys both side curtain airbags and activates both front seat belt tensioners The airbag on the passenger s side will deploy and the seat belt tensioner will activate even if there are no passengers on that side of the vehicle To get the best protection from the side curtain a...

Page 37: ...k properly when you need them Ignoring the SRS indicator can result in serious injury or death if the airbag systems or tensioners do not work properly Have your vehicle checked by a dealer as soon as possible if the SRS indicator alerts you to a possible problem How the Side Airbag Off Indicator Works U S Canada This indicator alerts you that the passenger s side airbag has been automatically shu...

Page 38: ...reshold If an adult or teenage passenger is riding in front move the seat as far to the rear as possible and have the passenger sit upright and wear the seat belt properly If the indicator comes on with no front seat passenger and no objects on the seat or with an adult riding there something may be interfering with the weight sensors Look for and remove Any items under the front passenger s seat ...

Page 39: ...your airbags do not inflate your dealer should inspect the driver s seat position sensor the front passenger s weight sensors the front seat belt tensioners and all seat belts and their anchors worn during a crash to make sure they are operating properly Additional Safety Precautions Do not attempt to deactivate your airbags Together airbags and seat belts provide the best protection Do not tamper...

Page 40: ...e a person with disabilities first contact Acura Client Services at 800 382 2238 Do not cover or replace front seat back covers without consulting your dealer Improperly replacing or covering front seat back covers can prevent your side airbags from inflating during a side impact Additional Information About Your Airbags 36 08 06 06 16 58 07 09 ACURA MDX MMC North America Owner s M 50 31STX620 enu...

Page 41: ...nd injuries every state and Canadian province requires that infants and children be properly restrained when they ride in a vehicle Infants and small children must be restrained in an approved child seat that is properly secured to the vehicle see pages 42 53 Children who are unrestrained or improperly restrained can be seriously injured or killed in a crash Any child too small for a seat belt sho...

Page 42: ...senger s front airbag off see page 34 please follow these guidelines Infants Never put a rear facing child seat in the front seat of a vehicle equipped with a passenger s front airbag If the airbag inflates it can hit the back of the child seat with enough force to kill or very seriously injure an infant Small Children Placing a forward facing child seat in the front seat of a vehicle equipped wit...

Page 43: ...e dashboard U S models and on the front visors Please read and follow the instructions on these labels U S Models SUN VISORS DASHBOARD Canadian Models SUN VISORS CONTINUED Protecting Children General Guidelines 39 Driver and Passenger Saf ety 08 06 06 16 58 07 09 ACURA MDX MMC North America Owner s M 50 31STX620 enu 2009 MDX Table Of Contents Main Menu ...

Page 44: ...ires Close Attention Many parents say they prefer to put an infant or a small child in the front passenger seat so they can watch the child or because the child requires attention Placing a child in the front seat exposes the child to hazards in a frontal collision and paying close attention to a child distracts the driver from the important tasks of driving placing both of you at risk If a child ...

Page 45: ...le retractor Never let two children use the same seat belt If they do they could be very seriously injured in a crash Do not leave children alone in a vehicle Leaving children without adult supervision is illegal in most states and Canadian provinces and can be very hazardous For example infants and small children left in a vehicle on a hot day can die from heatstroke A child left alone with the k...

Page 46: ... collision Rear facing Child Seat Placement A rear facing child seat can be placed in any seating position in the back seat but not in the front Never put a rear facing child seat in the front seat If the passenger s front airbag inflates it can hit the back of the child seat with enough force to kill or seriously injure an infant When properly installed in the second row a rear facing child seat ...

Page 47: ...t Protecting Small Children Child Seat Type A child who is at least one year old and who fits within the child seat maker s weight and height limits should be restrained in a forward facing upright child seat Of the different seats available we recommend those that have a five point harness system as shown We also recommend that a small child use the child seat until the child reaches the weight o...

Page 48: ...airbag off see page 34 a back seat is the safest place for a small child If it is necessary to put a forward facing child seat in the front move the vehicle seat as far to the rear as possible be sure the child seat is firmly secured to the vehicle and the child is properly strapped in the seat Placing a forward facing child seat in the front seat can result in serious injury or death if the front...

Page 49: ...atever type of seat you choose to provide proper protection a child seat should meet three requirements 1 The child seat should meet U S or Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 213 Look for FMVSS 213 or CMVSS 213 on the box 2 The child seat should be of the proper type and size to fit the child Rear facing for infants forward facing for small children 3 The child seat should fit the vehicle seat...

Page 50: ...wever it does not need to be rock solid Some side to side movement can be expected and should not reduce the child seat s effectiveness If the child seat is not secure try installing it in a different seating position or use a different style of child seat that can be firmly secured 3 Secure the child in the child seat Make sure the child is properly strapped in the child seat according to the chi...

Page 51: ... shown in the illustration You can install up to three child seats at a time with LATCH Do not attach two child seat connectors to a single lower anchor at a time Using the Outer LATCH To install a LATCH compatible child seat in either outer second row seat 1 Move the seat belt buckle or tongue away from the lower anchors 2 Make sure there are no objects near the anchors that could prevent a secur...

Page 52: ...or as shown above 4 Whatever type you have follow the child seat maker s instructions for adjusting or tightening the fit 5 Lift the head restraint see page 141 then route the tether strap through the legs of the head restraint and over the seat back making sure the strap is not twisted RIGID TYPE FLEXIBLE TYPE TETHER STRAP Installing a Child Seat 48 08 06 06 16 58 07 09 ACURA MDX MMC North Americ...

Page 53: ... the anchors The other anchor is located underneath the flap at the bottom of the outer seat s inner bolster 2 Follow step 1 through 4 as described previously to secure the child seat 3 Lower the head restraint first Route the tether strap over the head restraint and seat back then attach the tether strap hook to the anchor making sure the strap is not twisted 4 Push and pull the child seat forwar...

Page 54: ... page 146 1 With the child seat in the desired seating position route the belt through the child seat according to the seat maker s instructions then insert the latch plate into the buckle 2 To activate the lockable retractor slowly pull the shoulder part of the belt all the way out until it stops then let the belt feed back into the retractor 3 After the belt has retracted tug on it If the belt i...

Page 55: ...euvers If the child seat is not secure unlatch the belt allow it to retract fully then repeat these steps To deactivate the lockable retractor and remove a child seat unlatch the buckle unroute the seat belt and let the belt fully retract Installing a Child Seat with a Tether A child seat with a tether can be installed in any seating position in the second or third row Since a tether can provide a...

Page 56: ...e the tether strap over the seat back and through the head restraint legs For the center seat lower the head restraint then route the tether strap over the head restraint and seat back TETHER ANCHORAGE POINT TETHER STRAP Outer Seating Position Installing a Child Seat 52 08 06 06 16 58 07 09 ACURA MDX MMC North America Owner s M 50 31STX620 enu 2009 MDX Table Of Contents Main Menu ...

Page 57: ...e Then open the anchor cover with a small flat tip screwdriver 2 Secure the child seat in the desired position see page 50 3 Route the tether strap over the head restraint then attach the tether strap hook to the anchor making sure the strap is not twisted 4 Tighten the strap according to the seat maker s instructions Installing a Child Seat 53 Driver and Passenger Saf ety 08 06 06 16 58 07 09 ACU...

Page 58: ... injury or death if the passenger s front airbag inflates If a child must ride in front move the vehicle seat as far back as possible use a booster seat if needed have the child sit up properly and wear the seat belt properly Checking Seat Belt Fit To determine if a lap shoulder belt properly fits a child have the child put on the seat belt then ask yourself 1 Does the child sit all the way back a...

Page 59: ...d use a booster seat until the lap shoulder belt fits them properly without the booster Some states and Canadian provinces also require children to use a booster seat until they reach a given age or weight e g 6 years or 60 lbs Be sure to check current laws in the states or provinces where you intend to drive Booster seats can be high back or low back Whichever style you select make sure the boost...

Page 60: ... improperly restrained sitting too close to the airbag or out of position A side airbag also poses risks If any part of a larger child s body is in the path of a deploying side airbag the child could receive possibly serious injuries Of course children vary widely And while age may be one indicator of when a child can safely ride in front there are other important factors you should consider Physi...

Page 61: ... result in serious neck injuries during a crash Do not let a child put the shoulder part of a seat belt behind the back or under the arm This could cause very serious injuries during a crash It also increases the chance that the child will slide under the belt in a crash and be injured Two children should never use the same seat belt If they do they could be very seriously injured in a crash Do no...

Page 62: ...ly in enclosed areas such as a garage Do not run the engine with the garage door closed Even with the door open run the engine only long enough to move the vehicle out of the garage With the tailgate open airflow can pull exhaust gas into your vehicle s interior and create a hazardous condition If you must drive with the tailgate open open all the windows and set the climate control system as show...

Page 63: ...jury or death Read these labels carefully If a label comes off or becomes hard to read except for the U S dashboard label which may be removed by the owner contact your dealer for a replacement CONTINUED Safety Labels 59 Driver and Passenger Saf ety 08 06 06 16 58 07 09 ACURA MDX MMC North America Owner s M 50 31STX620 enu 2009 MDX Table Of Contents Main Menu ...

Page 64: ...SOR U S models U S models DOORJAMBS U S models Canadian models Canadian models Safety Labels 60 08 06 06 16 58 07 09 ACURA MDX MMC North America Owner s M 50 31STX620 enu 2009 MDX Table Of Contents Main Menu ...

Page 65: ...justments 124 Keys and Locks 126 Immobilizer System 128 Ignition Switch 129 Door Locks 130 Childproof Door Locks 131 Tailgate 131 Power Tailgate 132 Remote Transmitter 135 Seats 140 Detachable Anchor 146 Seat Heaters 148 Power Windows 149 Moonroof 152 Parking Brake 153 Mirrors 154 Driving Position Memory System 157 Interior Lights 159 Interior Convenience Items 162 Beverage Holders 163 Console Com...

Page 66: ...ING BRAKE PEDAL P 153 AUXILIARY INPUT JACKSꭧ P 267 HEADPHONE CONNECTORSꭧ P 268 REAR CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM P 175 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION P 341 AUDIO SYSTEM P 180 CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM P 170 MIRROR CONTROL AUTO BUTTONꭧ P 154 MOONROOF SWITCH P 152 HomeLink BUTTONS P 276 INSTRUMENT PANEL INDICATORS P 63 GAUGES P 72 Control Locations 62 08 06 06 16 58 07 09 ACURA MDX MMC North America Owner s M 50 31S...

Page 67: ...YSTEM INDICATOR P 67 VSA ACTIVATION INDICATOR P 67 CRUISE CONTROL INDICATOR P 70 LOW FUEL INDICATOR P 71 LOW TIRE PRESSURE INDICATOR P 68 SIDE AIRBAG OFF INDICATOR P 66 SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM INDICATOR P 66 LIGHTS ON INDICATOR P 70 SEAT BELT REMINDER INDICATOR P 64 MULTI INFORMATION DISPLAY P 73 MESSAGE INDICATOR P 69 HIGH BEAM INDICATOR P 70 ACTIVE DAMPER SYSTEM INDICATORꭧ P 71 ANTI LOCK B...

Page 68: ...n your seat belts before the beeper stops the indicator stops flashing but remains on If your front passenger does not fasten their seat belt the indicator comes on about 6 seconds after the ignition switch is turned to the ON II position If either of you do not fasten your seat belt while driving the beeper will sound and the indicator will flash again at regular intervals and you will also see a...

Page 69: ...s two functions 1 It comes on when you turn the ignition switch to the ON II position It is a reminder to check the parking brake Driving with the parking brake not fully released can damage the rear brakes axles and tires If you drive without releasing the parking brake a beeper will sound and you will also see a RELEASE PARKING BRAKE message on the multi information display see page 81 2 If it s...

Page 70: ...ny other time it indicates that the passenger s side airbag has automatically shut off You will also see a PASSENGER SIDE AIRBAG OFF message on the multi information display see page 81 For more information see page 33 Anti lock Brake System ABS Indicator This indicator normally comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to the ON II position If this indicator comes on at any oth...

Page 71: ...has four functions 1 It comes on as a reminder that you have turned off the vehicle stability assist VSA system 2 It flashes when VSA is active see page 359 3 It flashes when trailer stability assist is activating see page 376 4 It comes on along with the VSA system indicator if there is a problem with the VSA system You will also see a CHECK VSA SYSTEM message and a CHECK TRAILER STABILITY ASSIST...

Page 72: ...flash there is a problem with the tire pressure monitoring system TPMS You will also see a CHECK TPMS SYSTEM message on the multi information display The indicator continues to flash for a while approximately 1 minute then stays on If this happens have your dealer check the system as soon as possible For more information see page 354 A T Temperature Indicator This indicator monitors the temperatur...

Page 73: ...a problem in the SH AWD system You will also see a CHECK SH AWD SYSTEM message on the multi information display see page 82 Take your vehicle to a dealer to have it checked For more information see page 348 If the indicator blinks while driving it indicates the differential temperature is too high You will also see a SH AWD DIFF TEMP HIGH message on the multi information display see page 82 Pull t...

Page 74: ...SORY I or the LOCK 0 position without turning off the light switch this indicator will remain on A reminder chime will also sound when you open the driver s door Fog Light Indicator This indicator comes on when you turn on the fog lights For more information see page 120 High Beam Indicator This indicator comes on with the high beam headlights For more information see page 118 Cruise Main Indicato...

Page 75: ... as possible For more information see page 361 Low Fuel Indicator This indicator comes on as a reminder that you must refuel soon When the indicator comes on there is about 2 9 U S gal 10 8 ꤲ of fuel remaining in the tank When the needle reaches E there is a very small amount of fuel in the tank Security System Indicator This indicator comes on when the security system is set See page 269 for more...

Page 76: ...ns and precautions on checking the engine s cooling system see page 434 Fuel Gauge This shows how much fuel you have It may show slightly more or less than the actual amount Avoid driving with an extremely low fuel level Running out of fuel could cause the engine to misfire damaging the catalytic converter U S model is shown TEMPERATURE GAUGE TACHOMETER SPEEDOMETER FUEL GAUGE Gauges 72 08 06 06 16...

Page 77: ...the display To change the display press the INFO button on the steering wheel repeatedly until the main menu appears see page 74 With the ignition switch in the ON II position the multi information display changes as shown on the next page each time you press the INFO button or SEL RESET button When you turn the ignition switch to the ON II position your last selection is displayed In the multi in...

Page 78: ...page 83 Go to HandsFreeLink Menu See page 278 INFO button SEL RESET button See page 75 Trip Computer See page 78 See page 75 See page 75 Multi Information Display 74 08 06 06 16 58 07 09 ACURA MDX MMC North America Owner s M 50 31STX620 enu 2009 MDX Table Of Contents Main Menu ...

Page 79: ...ter the odometer with the intent to change the number of miles or kilometers indicated Trip Meter This meter shows the number of miles U S or kilometers Canada driven since you last reset it There are two trip meters Trip A and Trip B Each trip meter works independently so you can keep track of two different distances To reset a trip meter display it and then press and hold the SEL RESET button un...

Page 80: ... reflection from the road surface engine heat and the exhaust from surrounding traffic This can cause an incorrect temperature reading when your vehicle speed is under 19 mph 30 km h When you start your trip the sensor is not fully acclimatized therefore it may take several minutes until the proper temperature is displayed In certain weather conditions temperature readings near freezing 32 F 0 C c...

Page 81: ...ered to each wheel For more information see page 348 Tire Pressure Monitor When the tire pressure monitor is shown on the multi information display press the SEL RESET button The display changes as shown You can see the pressure of each tire in this monitor If one or more tires are low inflate them to the correct pressure For more information see page 351 ENGINE OIL LIFE U S Canada CONTINUED Multi...

Page 82: ...Refer to page 278 for instructions on how to link your cell phone to the HFL and how to receive or make phone calls or visit the handsfreelink com website Trip Computer When the main menu displays TRIP COMPUTER pressing the SEL RESET button changes the display to AVERAGE FUEL A RANGE to AVERAGE FUEL B RANGE and to AVERAGE SPEED ELAPSED TIME Multi Information Display 78 08 06 06 16 58 07 09 ACURA M...

Page 83: ...aveling in miles per hour mph for U S models or kilometers per hour km h for Canadian models To reset the AVERAGE SPEED you have traveled press and hold the SEL RESET button until the number resets ELAPSED TIME This shows the time passed traveled since you last reset it When you turn the ignition switch to the ON II position ELAPSED TIME is reset If you want to reset the ELAPSED TIME manually go t...

Page 84: ... Most of the messages are displayed for about 5 seconds and then the normal display returns If there are several system messages to be shown the display switches these messages every 5 seconds To cancel the message s before 5 seconds elapsed press the INFO button on the steering wheel Even if you press the INFO button some messages stay on or come on again at regular intervals until the problem is...

Page 85: ...8 See page 436 See page 437 See page 436 See page 358 See page 359 See page 377 U S Canada U S Canada Canada U S U S Canada CONTINUED Multi Information Display 81 Instruments and Controls 08 06 06 16 58 07 09 ACURA MDX MMC North America Owner s M 50 31STX620 enu 2009 MDX Table Of Contents Main Menu ...

Page 86: ...e 348 See page 348 See page 341 See page 363 See page 398 See page 71 See page 340 See page 118 See page 383 See page 324 U S Canada Multi Information Display 82 08 06 06 16 58 07 09 ACURA MDX MMC North America Owner s M 50 31STX620 enu 2009 MDX Table Of Contents Main Menu ...

Page 87: ...s for DRIVER 1 and DRIVER 2 separately If DRIVER 1 or DRIVER 2 is not displayed customizing is not possible To have the driver s ID detected make sure your remote transmitter is linked to the system see Keyless Memory Settings on page 139 If you want the settings as they were when the vehicle left the factory select DEFAULT ALL as described on page 86 If you want to change any vehicle control sett...

Page 88: ...olumes into three levels HIGH 93 MIDꭧ LOW ELAPSED TIME RESET Resets the elapsed time of your current trip MANUAL ONLY 94 IGN OFFꭧ TRIP B TRIP A AUTO INTERIOR ILLUMINATION Changes the interior light sensitivity to your liking MAX LOW 95 HIGH MIN MIDꭧ OFF POSITION SETUP P 97 MEMORY POSITION LINK Changes the driver s seat the steering wheel and the outside mirror positions to a stored setting ONꭧ 98 ...

Page 89: ...HIFT TO P ꭧ DRIVER DOOR ALL DOORS 107 IGN OFF OFF KEY AND REMOTE UNLOCK MODE Changes which doors unlock with the remote transmitter in a first push DRIVER DOORꭧ 109 ALL DOORS KEYLESS LOCK ACKNOWLEDGMENT The exterior lights flash each time you press the LOCK or UNLOCK button A beeper will also sound when you press the LOCK button twice ONꭧ 110 OFF SECURITY RELOCK TIMER Changes how long it takes in ...

Page 90: ... button The screen goes back to the previous display When DEFAULT ALL is set you will see the above display for several seconds then the screen returns to CUSTOMIZE ENTRY If the setting is not successfully completed FAILED is shown for several seconds and then the screen goes back to the normal message mode Repeat the same procedure to select DEFAULT ALL Multi Information Display 86 08 06 06 16 58...

Page 91: ...s press the INFO button to select CHG SETTING then press the SEL RESET button Each time you press the INFO button the screen changes as shown on the next page Press the INFO button until you see the setup you want to customize then press the SEL RESET button to enter your selection CONTINUED Multi Information Display 87 Instruments and Controls 08 06 06 16 58 07 09 ACURA MDX MMC North America Owne...

Page 92: ...ge 97 LIGHTING SETUP see page 100 Select EXIT Select CANCEL DOOR WINDOW SETUP see page 105 WIPER SETUP see page 113 Select DEFAULT ALL Multi Information Display 88 08 06 06 16 58 07 09 ACURA MDX MMC North America Owner s M 50 31STX620 enu 2009 MDX Table Of Contents Main Menu ...

Page 93: ...RESET button to enter the customize mode Each time you press the INFO button the screen changes as shown in the illustration Press the INFO button until you see the setting you want to customize then press the SEL RESET button to enter your selection INFO BUTTON SEL RESET BUTTON CONTINUED Multi Information Display 89 Instruments and Controls 08 06 06 16 58 07 09 ACURA MDX MMC North America Owner s...

Page 94: ...ons Select the desired language by pressing the INFO button then enter your selection by pressing the SEL RESET button When your selection is successfully completed the display changes as shown above and then goes back to the customize item screen If the SETTING INCOMPLETE message appears go back to LANGUAGE SELECTION and repeat the procedure again Multi Information Display 90 08 06 06 16 58 07 09...

Page 95: ...ton repeatedly Press the SEL RESET button to set the desired value When your selection is successfully completed the display changes as shown above and then goes back to the customize item screen If the SETTING INCOMPLETE message appears go back to ADJUST OUTSIDE TEMP DISPLAY and repeat the procedure again U S models Canadian models Canadian models U S models CONTINUED Multi Information Display 91...

Page 96: ...N or OFF by pressing the INFO button then enter your selection by pressing the SEL RESET button When your selection is successfully completed the display changes as shown above and then goes back to the customize item screen If the SETTING INCOMPLETE message appears go back to TRIP A AVG FUEL RESET with REFUEL and repeat the procedure again Multi Information Display 92 08 06 06 16 58 07 09 ACURA M...

Page 97: ...hen enter your selection by pressing the SEL RESET button When your selection is successfully completed the display changes as shown above and then goes back to the customize item screen If the SETTING INCOMPLETE message appears go back to ADJUST ALARM VOLUME and repeat the procedure again CONTINUED Multi Information Display 93 Instruments and Controls 08 06 06 16 58 07 09 ACURA MDX MMC North Amer...

Page 98: ...me is reset when the Trip A is reset TRIP B The elapsed time is reset when the Trip B is reset You can choose this customize item from METER SETUP by pressing the INFO button repeatedly Press the SEL RESET button to see the selections Select the desired setting by pressing the INFO button then enter your selection by pressing the SEL RESET button Multi Information Display 94 08 06 06 16 58 07 09 A...

Page 99: ...s start to dim There are MAX HIGH MID LOW and MIN levels and OFF for the auto interior illumination settings If you want the illuminations to start dimming as early as possible select MAX For illuminations to start dimming as late as possible select MIN Choose HIGH MID or LOW for levels in between To disable the auto interior illumination function select OFF You can choose this customize item from...

Page 100: ...r selection is successfully completed the display changes as shown above and then goes back to the customize item screen If the SETTING INCOMPLETE message appears go back to AUTO INTERIOR ILLUMINATION and repeat the procedure again Multi Information Display 96 08 06 06 16 58 07 09 ACURA MDX MMC North America Owner s M 50 31STX620 enu 2009 MDX Table Of Contents Main Menu ...

Page 101: ...ach time you press the INFO button the screen changes as shown in the illustration Press the INFO button until you see the setting you want to customize then press the SEL RESET button to enter your selection SEL RESET BUTTON NFO or BUTTON CONTINUED Multi Information Display 97 Instruments and Controls 08 06 06 16 58 07 09 ACURA MDX MMC North America Owner s M 50 31STX620 enu 2009 MDX Table Of Con...

Page 102: ...ess the SEL RESET button to see the selections Select ON or OFF by pressing the INFO button then enter your selection by pressing the SEL RESET button When your selection is successfully completed the display changes as shown above and then goes back to the customize item screen If the SETTING INCOMPLETE message appears go back to MEMORY POSITION LINK and repeat the procedure again Multi Informati...

Page 103: ...ee the selections Select ON or OFF by pressing the INFO button then enter your selection by pressing the SEL RESET button When your selection is successfully completed the display changes as shown above and then goes back to the customize item screen If the SETTING INCOMPLETE message appears go back to AUTO TILT TELESCOPE STEERING WHEEL and repeat the procedure again CONTINUED Multi Information Di...

Page 104: ... enter the customize mode Each time you press the INFO button the screen changes as shown in the illustration Press the INFO button until you see the setting you want to customize then press the SEL RESET button to enter your selection SEL RESET BUTTON INFO or BUTTON Multi Information Display 100 08 06 06 16 58 07 09 ACURA MDX MMC North America Owner s M 50 31STX620 enu 2009 MDX Table Of Contents ...

Page 105: ...ect the desired setting by pressing the INFO button then enter your selection by pressing the SEL RESET button When your selection is successfully completed the display changes as shown above and then goes back to the customize item screen If the SETTING INCOMPLETE message appears go back to INTERIOR LIGHT DIMMING TIME and repeat the procedure again CONTINUED Multi Information Display 101 Instrume...

Page 106: ...tay on before they go off follow these instructions You can choose this customize item from LIGHTING SETUP by pressing the INFO button repeatedly Press the SEL RESET button to see the selections Select the desired setting by pressing the INFO button then enter your selection by pressing the SEL RESET button Multi Information Display 102 08 06 06 16 58 07 09 ACURA MDX MMC North America Owner s M 50...

Page 107: ...can select the auto light sensitivity from the following five levels MAX The headlights come on when it is bright HIGH The headlights come on when it is somewhat bright MID The headlights come on when it is as bright as sunset or sunrise LOW The headlights come on when it is somewhat dark MIN The headlights come on when it is dark You can choose this customize item from LIGHTING SETUP by pressing ...

Page 108: ...our selection is successfully completed the display changes as shown above and then goes back to the customize item screen If the SETTING INCOMPLETE message appears go back to AUTO LIGHT SENSITIVITY and repeat the procedure again Multi Information Display 104 08 06 06 16 58 07 09 ACURA MDX MMC North America Owner s M 50 31STX620 enu 2009 MDX Table Of Contents Main Menu ...

Page 109: ... to enter the customize mode Each time you press the INFO button the screen changes as shown in the illustration Press the INFO button until you see the setting you want to customize then press the SEL RESET button to enter your selection SEL RESET BUTTON INFO or BUTTON CONTINUED Multi Information Display 105 Instruments and Controls 08 06 06 16 58 07 09 ACURA MDX MMC North America Owner s M 50 31...

Page 110: ...or lock is deactivated all the time You can choose this customize item from DOOR WINDOW SETUP by pressing the INFO button repeatedly Press the SEL RESET button to see the selections Select the desired setting by pressing the INFO button then enter your selection by pressing the SEL RESET button Multi Information Display 106 08 06 06 16 58 07 09 ACURA MDX MMC North America Owner s M 50 31STX620 enu...

Page 111: ...ee page 106 unlock when you move the shift lever to Park IGN OFF The driver s door or all the doors depending on the door lock mode setting see page 106 unlock when you turn the ignition switch to the LOCK 0 position OFF The auto door unlock is deactivated all the time This is the factory default setting You can choose this customize item from DOOR WINDOW SETUP by pressing the INFO button repeated...

Page 112: ...ode setting between the driver s door and all doors Then press the SEL RESET button to enter your selection When your selection is successfully completed the display changes as shown above and then goes back to the customize item screen If the SETTING INCOMPLETE message appears go back to AUTO DOOR UNLOCK and repeat the procedure again Multi Information Display 108 08 06 06 16 58 07 09 ACURA MDX M...

Page 113: ...ct the desired setting by pressing the INFO button then enter your selection by pressing the SEL RESET button When your selection is successfully completed the display changes as shown above and then goes back to the customize item screen If the SETTING INCOMPLETE message appears go back to KEY AND REMOTE UNLOCK MODE and repeat the procedure again CONTINUED Multi Information Display 109 Instrument...

Page 114: ...ge 269 You can customize the exterior lights not to flash and the beeper not to sound You can choose this customize item from DOOR WINDOW SETUP by pressing the INFO button repeatedly Press the SEL RESET button to see the selections Select ON or OFF by pressing the INFO button then enter your selection by pressing the SEL RESET button Multi Information Display 110 08 06 06 16 58 07 09 ACURA MDX MMC...

Page 115: ... the remote transmitter but do not open any of the doors or the tailgate within 30 seconds the doors and the tailgate automatically relock and the security system sets You can change this relock time from 30 seconds to 60 or 90 seconds You can choose this customize item from DOOR WINDOW SETUP by pressing the INFO button repeatedly CONTINUED Multi Information Display 111 Instruments and Controls 08...

Page 116: ...our selection is successfully completed the display changes as shown above and then goes back to the customize item screen If the SETTING INCOMPLETE message appears go back to SECURITY RELOCK TIMER and repeat the procedure again Multi Information Display 112 08 06 06 16 58 07 09 ACURA MDX MMC North America Owner s M 50 31STX620 enu 2009 MDX Table Of Contents Main Menu ...

Page 117: ...o enter your selection Wiper Action You can select from these two settings when the wiper switch is in the INT intermittent position INTERMITTENT The intermittent operation varies according to the selection you make on the wiper lever s intermittent control ring WITH VEH SPD The intermittent operation varies according to vehicle speed INFO BUTTON SEL RESET BUTTON CONTINUED Multi Information Displa...

Page 118: ... selection by pressing the SEL RESET button When your selection is successfully completed the display changes as shown above and then goes back to the customize item screen If the SETTING INCOMPLETE message appears go back to WIPER ACTION and repeat the procedure again Multi Information Display 114 08 06 06 16 58 07 09 ACURA MDX MMC North America Owner s M 50 31STX620 enu 2009 MDX Table Of Content...

Page 119: ...NT FOG LIGHTS P 118 HOOD RELEASE HANDLE P 325 STEERING WHEEL ADJUSTMENTS P 124 CRUISE CONTROL BUTTONS P 270 STEERING WHEEL AUDIO CONTROLS P 233 WINDSHIELD WIPERS WASHERS P 116 INSTRUMENT PANEL BRIGHTNESS P 123 PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF INDICATOR P 34 HAZARD WARNING BUTTON P 122 REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER P 122 ACCESSORY POWER SOCKETS P 166 SEAT HEATER SWITCHES P 148 ACTIVE DAMPER SYSTEM SWITCHꭧ1 P 361 HORNꭧ2...

Page 120: ... delay the wipers change to low speed operation when the vehicle speed exceeds 12 mph 20 km h To change the WIPER ACTION setting see page 113 LO The wipers run at low speed HI The wipers run at high speed Windshield Washer Pull the wiper control lever toward you and hold it The washers spray until you release the lever The wipers run at low speed then complete one more sweep after you release the ...

Page 121: ...turn on the windshield washers with the ignition switch in the ON II position The headlight washers use the same fluid reservoir as the windshield washers Rear Window Wiper and Washer 1 Rotate the switch clockwise to turn the rear window wiper ON 2 Hold past ON to turn the rear window wiper on and to spray the rear window washer CONTINUED Windshield Wipers and Washers 117 Instruments and Controls ...

Page 122: ...hts on 6 High beams 7 Flash high beams 8 Fog lights off 9 Fog lights on Turn Signal Push down on the lever to signal a left turn and up to signal a right turn To signal a lane change push lightly on the lever and hold it The lever will return to center when you release it or complete a turn Headlights On Turning the switch to the position turns on the parking lights taillights instrument panel lig...

Page 123: ...cator comes on as a reminder The lights and indicator will turn off automatically when the system senses high ambient light The lights will remain on when you turn off the ignition switch They will turn off automatically when you remove the key and open the driver s door To turn them on again either turn the ignition switch to the ON II position or turn the light switch to the position Even with t...

Page 124: ...hts when the headlights turn on automatically They will go off when the headlights turn off Daytime Running Lights With the headlight switch off the daytime running lights come on when you turn the ignition switch to the ON II position and release the parking brake They remain on until you turn the ignition switch off even if you set the parking brake When the headlights are on the daytime running...

Page 125: ...hting off feature activates if you leave the headlight switch in the or position or if the lights are turned on by setting the switch in the AUTO position and you remove the key then open and close the driver s door If you turn the ignition switch to the LOCK 0 position with the headlight switch on but do not open the door and get out the lights turn off after 10 minutes 3 minutes if the switch is...

Page 126: ...utton lights to show the defogger is on If you do not turn it off the defogger will shut itself off after about 15 minutes It also shuts off when you turn off the ignition You have to turn it on again when you restart the vehicle Make sure the rear window is clear and you have good visibility before starting to drive The defogger wires on the inside of the rear window can be accidentally damaged W...

Page 127: ...finish adjusting To reduce glare at night the instrument panel illumination dims when you turn the light switch to or To cancel the glare reduction function set the brightness to the highest level then press the button You will hear a beep when it is canceled You can customize when the glare reduction function starts To change AUTO INTERIOR ILLUMINATION see page 95 for more information Instrument ...

Page 128: ...ering wheel in out up or down by pushing and holding the adjustment switch in that direction Release the switch when the steering wheel reaches the desired position Make sure the steering wheel points towards your chest not toward your face and that you can see the instrument panel gauges and indicators ADJUSTMENT SWITCH Steering Wheel Adjustments 124 08 06 06 16 58 07 09 ACURA MDX MMC North Ameri...

Page 129: ...page 157 If your vehicle s battery is disconnected or goes dead or the fuse for the power tilt and telescopic steering wheel is removed the power tilt and telescopic steering wheel system needs to be reset when you reconnect the battery or install the fuse Insert the key into the ignition switch and remove it The steering wheel automatically moves fully in and up to let you know the system is rese...

Page 130: ...ey will not work to start the engine if the circuits are damaged Protect the keys from direct sunlight high temperature and high humidity Do not drop the keys or set heavy objects on them Keep the keys away from liquids If they get wet dry them immediately with a soft cloth The valet key does not contain a battery Do not try to take it apart Models without power tailgate KEY NUMBER TAG MASTER KEY ...

Page 131: ...tended key when you insert it to the ignition switch If the key does not fully extend the immobilizer system may not operate properly and prevents from starting the engine The key may come in contact with your finger while being retracted or extended Make sure your fingers do not touch the pivot of the key when retracting or extending the key RELEASE BUTTON Models with power tailgate shown Push Ke...

Page 132: ...s could result that may make your vehicle inoperable If you have lost your key and you cannot start the engine contact your dealer Always take the ignition key with you whenever you leave the vehicle alone As required by the FCC This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device ...

Page 133: ...ormal key position when driving Several of the indicators on the instrument panel come on as a test when you turn the ignition switch from the ACCESSORY I to the ON II position START III Use this position only to start the engine The switch returns to the ON II position when you let go of the key You will hear a reminder beeper if you leave the key in the ignition switch in the LOCK 0 or the ACCES...

Page 134: ...or lock To unlock only the driver s door insert the key turn the key and release it The remaining doors and the tailgate unlock when you turn the key a second time within a few seconds To change the KEY AND REMOTE UNLOCK MODE setting see page 109 When the vehicle speed reaches about 10 mph about 16 km h or more all the doors lock automatically To change the AUTO DOOR LOCK setting see page 106 When...

Page 135: ... lever in the LOCK position lever is down the door cannot be opened from the inside regardless of the position of the lock tab To open the door push the lock tab forward and use the outside door handle Tailgate To open the tailgate push up inside the handle then lift up To close the tailgate use the inner handle to pull it down then press down on the back edge Keep the tailgate closed at all times...

Page 136: ...will flash If you push the same button or switch again while the tailgate is opening or closing you will hear three beeps and the tailgate will stop moving reverse direction and stop at the fully opened or closed position The tailgate can also be closed by pressing the button on the tailgate If you press the button again while the tailgate is closing you will hear three beeps and the tailgate will...

Page 137: ... the power tailgate needs to be reset After connecting the battery or installing the fuse close the tailgate fully by hand The power tailgate may not open or close under the these conditions The vehicle is parked on a steep hill When the vehicle is swayed in a strong wind When the tailgate or the roof is covered with snow or ice Do not install any accessories on the tailgate It may cause the tailg...

Page 138: ...lay Have the system checked by your dealer With this message shown on the multi information display you can still open or close the tailgate manually Unlocking the Tailgate Models with power tailgate If the power door lock system cannot unlock the tailgate unlock it manually Use a small flat tipped screwdriver to remove the cover on the back of the tailgate Push the release lever to the right as s...

Page 139: ...ds you will hear a beep to verify that the doors and tailgate are locked and the security system has set This button does not work if any door or tailgate is not fully closed To change the KEYLESS LOCK ACKNOWLEDGEMENT setting see page 110 Models without power tailgate UNLOCK BUTTON LOCK BUTTON PANIC BUTTON Models with power tailgate UNLOCK BUTTON LOCK BUTTON PANIC BUTTON TAILGATE BUTTON CONTINUED ...

Page 140: ...nds have elapsed the lights will go off immediately Models with power tailgate TAILGATE Press and hold the TAILGATE button to open or close the power tailgate When the tailgate begins to move you will hear a beep and some front and rear lights will flash If you push the same button again while the tailgate is opening or closing three beeps sound the tailgate stops moving reverses direction and sto...

Page 141: ...pushes on the button to lock or unlock the doors and the tailgate replace the battery as soon as possible Battery type CR1616 To replace the battery 1 Remove the screw at the base of the transmitter with a small Phillips head screwdriver 2 Separate the keypad from the transmitter by pushing any button from outside SCREW KEYPAD CONTINUED Remote Transmitter 137 Instruments and Controls 08 06 06 16 5...

Page 142: ...ation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate the equipment This device complies with Industry Canada S...

Page 143: ... memory button to the remote comes on The steering wheel will move to the stored position when you insert the key into the ignition switch You will also see the WELCOME DRIVER 1 or WELCOME DRIVER 2 message on the multi information display depending on which linked remote transmitter is used To turn off this feature press and hold the LOCK and UNLOCK buttons at the same time The LED in the remote w...

Page 144: ...iving The passenger seat has the same adjustments as the driver s seat but without any lumbar adjustment Moves the seat forward and backward Moves the front of the seat up or down Raises or lowers the seat Moves the whole seat up and forward or down and backward The front of the seat also tilts up or down at the same time Adjusts the seat back angle forward or backward Increases or decreases the l...

Page 145: ...back of the occupant s head rests against the center of the restraint Adjusting the Head Restraint The head restraints adjust for height You need both hands to adjust the restraint Do not attempt to adjust it while driving To raise it pull upward To lower the restraint push the release button sideways and push the restraint down FRONT SEAT BACK LEGS RELEASE BUTTON CUSHION CONTINUED Seats 141 Instr...

Page 146: ...djust it to the appropriate height while pressing the release button Make sure the head restraint locks in position when you reinstall it Failure to reinstall the head restraints can result in severe injury during a crash Always replace the head restraints before driving SECOND CENTER AND THIRD ROW LEGS RELEASE BUTTON CUSHION Seats 142 08 06 06 16 58 07 09 ACURA MDX MMC North America Owner s M 50 ...

Page 147: ...ter a collision the activated restraint should return to its normal position If the restraints do not return to their normal position or in the event of a severe collision have the vehicle inspected by an Acura dealer For a head restraint system to work properly Do not hang any items on the head restraints or from the restraint legs Do not place any object between an occupant and the seat back Ins...

Page 148: ...46 and allow the seat belt to retract Store the detachable anchor and seat belt latch plates in the retractor housing 2 Lower the head restraints to their lowest positions 3 Pull up the handle on the outside of the seat back 4 Fold the seat back forward Reverse this procedure to return the seat to the upright position Make sure the seat is locked securely before driving Make sure that the folded s...

Page 149: ...lease the seat belt from the detachable anchor see page 146 2 Lower the head restraints to their lowest positions NOTE To fold the third row seat the second row seat back must be folded down or in the full up right position 3 Unlock the seat back by pulling the handle Push the seat back forward Make sure the outer shoulder belts are positioned on each hook on the side panel whenever the third seat...

Page 150: ...able anchors To unlatch the detachable anchor insert the latch plate into the slot on the side of the anchor buckle Store the detachable anchor and seat belt latch plates in the retractor housing When the seats are returned to the upright position these detachable anchors should be latched back properly Using the seat belt with the detachable anchor unlatched increases the chance of serious injury...

Page 151: ...gle marks on the small latch plate and anchor buckle when reattaching the belt and buckle Tug on the seat belt to verify that the detachable anchor is securely latched Make sure the seat belt is not twisted SECOND ROW CENTER SEAT LATCH PLATE SMALL LATCH PLATE THIRD ROW SEATS HOOK SMALL LATCH PLATE ANCHOR BUCKLE TRIANGLE MARKS Seats 147 Instruments and Controls 08 06 06 16 58 07 09 ACURA MDX MMC No...

Page 152: ...g the back of the switch This will keep the seat warm U S Entertainment Packages and Canadian models The outer second row seat cushions and seat backs are equipped with seat heaters Turning the switch on the driver side warms the outer seat behind the driver s seat only The passenger side switch warms the outer seat behind the front passenger seat Passenger s Seat HEATERS Driver s Seat Front seat ...

Page 153: ...old it Release the switch when you want the window to stop Pull back on the switch and hold it to close the window The windows will operate for up to 10 minutes after you turn off the ignition switch Opening either front door cancels this function Closing a power window on someone s hands or fingers can cause serious injury Make sure your passengers are away from the windows before closing them AU...

Page 154: ...e the obstacle then use the window switch again Auto reverse stops sensing when the window is almost closed You should always check that all passengers and objects are away from the window before closing it If your vehicle s battery is disconnected or goes dead or the driver s window fuse is removed the AUTO function may be disabled If the AUTO function is disabled the power window system will nee...

Page 155: ...dows and Moonroof with the Key You can open and close the windows and moonroof with the key in the driver s door lock To open 1 Insert the key in the driver s door lock 2 Turn the key clockwise then release it 3 Turn the key clockwise again and hold it All four windows and the moonroof start to open To stop the windows and the moonroof release the key 4 To open the windows and the moonroof further...

Page 156: ...efly To tilt up the moonroof push on the center of the moonroof switch To stop the moonroof from tilting up fully push the switch briefly To close the moonroof fully firmly push the moonroof switch forward then release it The moonroof automatically closes all the way To stop the moonroof from closing push the switch briefly To open or close the moonroof partially pull back or push forward the moon...

Page 157: ...0 minutes after you turn off the ignition switch Opening either front door cancels this function If you try to open the moonroof in below freezing temperatures or when it is covered with snow or ice you can damage the moonroof panel or its motor Parking Brake To apply the parking brake push the pedal down with your foot To release it pull the release handle fully The parking brake indicator on the...

Page 158: ...r can automatically darken to reduce glare To turn on this feature press the button on the bottom of the mirror The AUTO indicator comes on as a reminder When it is on the mirror darkens when it senses the headlights of a vehicle behind you then returns to normal visibility when the lights are gone Press the button again to turn off this feature INDICATOR AUTO BUTTON SENSOR Parking Brake Mirrors 1...

Page 159: ...driver s side or R passenger s side 3 Push the appropriate edge of the adjustment switch to move the mirror right left up or down 4 When you finish move the selector switch to the center off position This turns the adjustment switch off to keep your settings SELECTOR SWITCH CONTINUED Mirrors 155 Instruments and Controls 08 06 06 16 58 07 09 ACURA MDX MMC North America Owner s M 50 31STX620 enu 200...

Page 160: ...he feature off place the switch in the center position Outside mirror positions can be stored in the driving position memory system see page 157 Heated Mirrors The outside mirrors are heated to remove fog and frost With the ignition switch in the ON II position turn on the heaters by pressing the button The indicator in the button comes on as a reminder Press the button again to turn the heaters o...

Page 161: ...is in the ON II position You can recall a memorized position with the ignition switch in any position 2 Adjust the seat to a comfortable position see page 140 Adjust the steering wheel to a comfortable position see page 124 Adjust the outside mirrors for best visibility see page 155 3 Press and release the MEMO button on the control panel You will hear a beep Immediately press and hold one of the ...

Page 162: ...ions The indicator in the selected memory button will flash during movement When the adjustments are complete you will hear two beeps and the indicator will remain on To change the MEMORY POSITION LINK setting see page 98 To stop the system s automatic adjustment do any of these actions Press any button on the control panel MEMO 1 or 2 Push any of the adjustment switches for the seat Shift out of ...

Page 163: ...the doors and the tailgate are closed each light can be turned on and off by pushing the lens The cargo area light comes on when any door or the tailgate is opened if the light control switch is in the door activated center position When the doors and the tailgate are closed the cargo area light can be turned on with the switch in the light After all doors are closed tightly the lights dim slightl...

Page 164: ...Push the lens again to turn it off With the light control switch in the door activated position the second row map lights can be turned on by pushing the lens Push the lens again to turn it off The courtesy light between the map lights comes on when you turn the parking lights on To adjust its brightness press either of the instrument panel brightness control buttons or FRONT COURTESY LIGHT Interi...

Page 165: ... The tailgate lights do not come on when any other doors are opened Individual Interior Lights The courtesy lights in all four doors come on when you open any door The light around the ignition switch comes on when any door is opened After you close the door the ignition switch light stays on for about 30 seconds regardless of the interior light dimming time setting see page 101 ON OFF Interior Li...

Page 166: ...RY HOOK GLOVE BOX CENTER POCKET ACCESSORY POWER SOCKET CONSOLE COMPARTMENT ARMREST BEVERAGE HOLDER ACCESSORY POWER SOCKET BEVERAGE HOLDER Interior Convenience Items 162 08 06 06 16 58 07 09 ACURA MDX MMC North America Owner s M 50 31STX620 enu 2009 MDX Table Of Contents Main Menu ...

Page 167: ...he interior Open the front beverage holder by sliding the lid Beverage holders are also provided in the second row seat armrest Pivot down the seat back to use them To open the beverage holder press and release the front lid To close press the lid again until it latches When you put back the armrest in the center seat back make sure the lid is closed properly ARMREST FRONT LID BEVERAGE HOLDER Inte...

Page 168: ...located in the passenger side armrest To open the compartment push the button and lift the lid Glove Box Open the glove box by pulling the handle to the left Close it with a firm push Lock or unlock the glove box with the master key An open glove box can cause serious injury to your passenger in a crash even if the passenger is wearing the seat belt Always keep the glove box closed while driving B...

Page 169: ...holder Make sure they are small enough to let the holder close and latch and that they are not heavy enough to cause the holder to pop open while driving Cargo Hooks The hooks on the floor of the cargo area enable you to tie down items stored in the back Make sure all stored items are secured before driving SUNGLASSES HOLDER PUSH HOOK Interior Convenience Items 165 Instruments and Controls 08 06 0...

Page 170: ...vehicle Vanity Mirror To use the vanity mirror on the back of the sun visor pull up the cover The vanity mirror light will not come on if the sun visor is slid outward Accessory Power Sockets Your vehicle has two or three accessory power sockets depending on the model All models have the front accessory power socket under the audio system and rear socket behind the third row seat on the driver s s...

Page 171: ...ts will power an automotive type cigarette lighter element AC Power Outlet U S Entertainment Packages and Canadian Elite Package models There is a 115 volt AC power outlet inside the front console compartment To use the AC power outlet open the lids and open the outlet cover Insert the plug into the receptacle slightly turn it 90 clockwise then push in the plug all the way CONTINUED Interior Conve...

Page 172: ... appliances which require high initial peak wattage such as cathode ray tube type televisions refrigerators electric pumps etc It is also not suitable for devices that process precise data such as medical equipment or measuring instruments Any appliances that require an extremely stable power supply such as microcomputer controlled electric blankets touch sensor lamps etc should not be connected t...

Page 173: ...ystem 199 Audio System Models with navigation system 200 Playing the AM FM Radio Models with navigation system 201 AM FM Radio Reception 205 Playing the AM FM Radio Models with navigation system 207 Playing the XM Satellite Radio Models with navigation system 210 Playing Discs Models with navigation system 218 Disc Changer Error Messages 228 Protecting Your Discs 229 Auxiliary Input Jack 232 Remot...

Page 174: ... FAN CONTROL BUTTONS REAR PASSENGER COMPARTMENT TEMPERATURE CONTROL BUTTONS AUTO BUTTON OFF BUTTON MODE BUTTON AUTO BUTTON OFF BUTTON DRIVER S SIDE TEMPERATURE AUTO INDICATOR FRONT PASSENGER S SIDE TEMPERATURE FAN CONTROL BUTTONS FRONT PASSENGER S SIDE TEMPERATURE CONTROL BUTTONS AIR CONDITIONING BUTTON MODE BUTTON Climate Control System 170 08 06 06 16 58 07 09 ACURA MDX MMC North America Owner s...

Page 175: ... control panel 2 Set the desired temperature with the temperature control buttons You will see AUTO in the system s display 3 You can set the driver s side temperature the passenger s side temperature and the temperature of the rear passenger compartment separately The system automatically selects the proper mix of conditioned and or heated air that will as quickly as possible raise or lower the i...

Page 176: ...ger and rear passengers according to each adjusted temperature The system also regulates each temperature based on the information of the sun light sensor and the sun s position which is updated automatically by the navigation s global positioning system GPS For example if the driver s side of the vehicle is getting too much sun the system will adjust to a lower temperature Dual Button You can set...

Page 177: ...atic mode All other features remain automatically controlled Making any manual selection causes the word AUTO in the display to go out Fan Control Press the button to increase the fan speed and airflow Press the button to decrease it Air Conditioning A C Button This button turns the air conditioning on and off You will see A C ON or A C OFF in the display When you turn the A C off the system canno...

Page 178: ... Button This button directs the main airflow to the windshield for faster defrosting It also overrides any mode selection you may have made When you select the system automatically switches to fresh air mode and turns on the A C For faster defrosting manually set the fan speed to high You can also increase airflow to the windshield by closing the corner vents on the dashboard To close the vents ro...

Page 179: ...rol buttons A passenger can also adjust the fan speed and airflow You can use the rear control panel when the indicator in the REAR button on the front control panel is on Pressing any control button on the rear control panel turns on the rear button indicator on the front control panel REAR BUTTON FAN CONTROL BUTTONS REAR CONTROL PANEL REAR PASSENGER COMPARTMENT TEMPERATURE REAR PASSENGER COMPART...

Page 180: ...changes from to When is selected air flows from the upper vents on the back of the center console When is selected air flows from the lower vents Automatic Operation Pressing the AUTO button puts the system in automatic operation mode The rear system automatically adjusts the fan speed and airflow levels to maintain the selected temperature of the rear passenger compartment You will see AUTO in th...

Page 181: ...on is on the temperature of the rear passenger compartment can be controlled independently To adjust each temperature press either of the temperature control buttons or on the climate control panel Driver s Side Passenger s Side Rear Passenger Compartment CONTINUED Climate Control System 177 Features 08 06 06 16 58 07 09 ACURA MDX MMC North America Owner s M 50 31STX620 enu 2009 MDX Table Of Conte...

Page 182: ...EAR button is off the temperature of the rear passenger compartment is synchronized to the driver s side set temperature You will see the AUTO SYNC on the system display of the rear control panel To set the temperature of the rear passenger compartment to a different value than the driver s side press the REAR button then press either temperature control buttons on the back of the center console T...

Page 183: ...s located in the top of the dashboard and a temperature humidity sensor is next to the steering column Do not cover the sensors or spill any liquid on them SUNLIGHT SENSOR TEMPERATURE HUMIDITY SENSOR Climate Control System 179 Features 08 06 06 16 58 07 09 ACURA MDX MMC North America Owner s M 50 31STX620 enu 2009 MDX Table Of Contents Main Menu ...

Page 184: ...icles without navigation system see pages 181 through 199 For vehicles with navigation system see pages 200 through 227 With navigation system With rear entertainment system Without navigation system Audio System 180 08 06 06 16 58 07 09 ACURA MDX MMC North America Owner s M 50 31STX620 enu 2009 MDX Table Of Contents Main Menu ...

Page 185: ...OLUME KNOB AM BUTTON SEEK BUTTONS TUNE KNOB PRESET BUTTONS CONTINUED Playing the AM FM Radio Models without navigation system 181 Features 08 06 06 16 58 07 09 ACURA MDX MMC North America Owner s M 50 31STX620 enu 2009 MDX Table Of Contents Main Menu ...

Page 186: ...ency Turn the knob right to tune to a higher frequency or left to tune to a lower frequency SEEK The SEEK function searches up and down from the current frequency to find a station with a strong signal To activate it press the or SEEK button then release it SCAN The scan function samples all stations with strong signals on the selected band To activate it press the SCAN button then release it You ...

Page 187: ... into scan mode for several seconds It stores the frequencies of six AM and twelve FM stations in the preset buttons You will see a 0 displayed after pressing a preset button if auto select cannot find a strong station for that preset button If you do not like the stations auto select has stored you can store other frequencies on the preset buttons as previously described To turn off auto select p...

Page 188: ...conds after you stop adjusting a mode Speed sensitive Volume Compensation SVC The SVC mode controls the volume based on vehicle speed The faster you go the louder the audio volume becomes As you slow down the audio volume decreases The SVC has four modes SVC OFF SVC LOW SVC MID and SVC HIGH Turn the TUNE knob to adjust the setting to your liking If you feel the sound is too loud choose low If you ...

Page 189: ...ORY BUTTONS TUNE KNOB DISP MODE BUTTON PRESET BUTTONS CONTINUED Playing the XM Satellite Radio Models without navigation system 185 Features 08 06 06 16 58 07 09 ACURA MDX MMC North America Owner s M 50 31STX620 enu 2009 MDX Table Of Contents Main Menu ...

Page 190: ...tch between channel mode and category mode press and hold the DISP MODE button until the mode changes In the channel mode you can select all of the available channels In the category mode such as Jazz Rock Classical etc you can select all of the channels within that category Each time you press and release the DISP MODE button the display changes in the following sequence channel name channel numb...

Page 191: ...n channel mode all channels can be selected 3 Pick the preset button you want for that channel Press and hold the button until you hear a beep 4 Repeat steps 2 and 3 to store the first six channels 5 Press the XM button again The other XM band will show Store the next six channels using steps 2 and 3 Once a channel is stored simply press and release the proper preset button to tune to it The prese...

Page 192: ...h of the vehicle may cause satellite reception interruptions To help compensate for this ground based repeaters are placed in major metropolitan areas Satellite signals are more likely to be blocked by tall buildings and mountains the farther north you travel from the equator Carrying large items on a roof rack can also block the signal Signal may be blocked by mountains or large obstacles to the ...

Page 193: ... push the power volume knob to turn on the audio system and press the button A variety of music types and styles will play If you decide to purchase XM satellite radio service contact XM Radio at www xmradio com or at 1 800 852 9696 In Canada contact XM Canada at www xmradio ca or at 1 877 438 9677 You will need to give them your radio I D number and your credit card number To get your radio I D n...

Page 194: ...UTTON PRESET BUTTONS TUNE FOLDER KNOB DISC EJECT BUTTON SEEK BUTTONS MP3 WMA INDICATOR TRACK FILE NUMBER FOLDER NUMBER Playing Discs Models without navigation system 190 08 06 06 16 58 07 09 ACURA MDX MMC North America Owner s M 50 31STX620 enu 2009 MDX Table Of Contents Main Menu ...

Page 195: ...you will see MP3 in the display In WMA format WMA will appear in the display The disc folder and track numbers are displayed You can select up to 255 folders or tracks Video CDs and DVD discs do not work in this unit The specifications of the compatible MP3 files are Sampling frequency 32 44 1 48 kHz MPEG1 16 22 05 24 kHz MPEG2 Bitrate 32 40 48 56 64 80 96 112 128 160 192 224 256 320 kbps Compatib...

Page 196: ...icator turns red and blinks as the disc is loaded You cannot load and play 3 inch 8 cm discs in this unit 4 When the disc load indicator turns green and LOAD appears in the display again insert the next disc in the slot Do not try to insert a disc until LOAD appears You could damage the audio unit 5 Repeat this until all six positions are loaded If you are not loading all six positions the system ...

Page 197: ...SP button until the next 16 characters are shown You can see up to about 31 characters of the text data If you press and hold the DISP button again the display shows the first 16 characters again If any letter is not available it is replaced with dot in the display When the disc has no text data you will see NO INFO on the display You will also see some text data under these conditions When a new ...

Page 198: ...e previous track To move rapidly within a track or file press and hold the or seek button In MP3 or WMA mode FOLDER SELECTION To select a different folder turn the TUNE knob to move to the beginning of the next folder Turn the knob to the right until it clicks once to skip to the next folder and to the left to move to the beginning of the current folder Turn it again to skip to the beginning of th...

Page 199: ... the files in MP3 or WMA mode in random order To activate random play press and release the RDM button In MP3 or WMA mode press the RDM button repeatedly to select RDM within a disc random play You will see RDM in the display Press the RDM button for 2 seconds to return to normal play In MP3 or WMA mode FOLDER RANDOM This feature when activated plays the files within a current folder in random ord...

Page 200: ...he order they are recorded To activate the folder scan feature press and release the SCAN button repeatedly You will see F SCAN in the display The system will then play the first file in the main folders for about 10 seconds If you do nothing the system will then play the following first files for 10 seconds each When it plays a file that you want to continue listening to press and hold the SCAN b...

Page 201: ...k button or selecting a different folder with the TUNE knob also turns off the scan feature Each time you press and release the SCAN button the mode changes from scan disc scan then to normal playing In MP3 or WMA mode Each time you press and release the SCAN button the mode changes from file scan folder scan disc scan then to normal playing To Stop Playing a Disc Press the eject button to remove ...

Page 202: ...m the changer within 10 seconds the disc will reload into the slot Then the system returns to the previous mode AM FM or XM To remove a different disc from the changer first select it with the appropriate preset button When that disc begins playing press the eject button Continue pressing the eject button to remove all the discs from the changer You can also eject discs when the ignition switch is...

Page 203: ...r vehicle to a dealer Error Message Cause Solution HEAT ERROR High temperature Will disappear when the temperature returns to normal FORMAT Track File format not supported Current track will be skipped The next supported track or file plays automatically BAD DISC PLEASE CHECK OWNER S MANUAL PUSH EJECT Mechanical Error Press the EJECT button and pull out the disc s Check the disc for serious damage...

Page 204: ...ection push the center of the selector ENTER to go to that selection Personalization Setting When you unlock the doors with your remote and turn the audio system on the driver s ID Driver 1 or Driver 2 is detected and the radio presets and sound level settings see page 207 are turned to the respective memorized mode automatically Voice Control System The audio system can also be operated by voice ...

Page 205: ...SEEK BUTTONS TUNE KNOB SCAN BUTTON AM FM BUTTON POWER VOLUME KNOB AUDIO BUTTON TUNE KNOB SEEK BUTTONS AUTO SELECT BUTTON AUDIO DISPLAY PRESET BUTTONS With rear entertainment system CONTINUED Playing the AM FM Radio Models with navigation system 201 Features 08 06 06 16 58 07 09 ACURA MDX MMC North America Owner s M 50 31STX620 enu 2009 MDX Table Of Contents Main Menu ...

Page 206: ...audio display if the station is broadcasting in stereo Stereo reproduction on AM is not available To Select a Station You can use any of five methods to find radio stations on the selected band TUNE SEEK SCAN the preset buttons and AUTO SELECT TUNE Use the TUNE knob to tune the radio to a desired frequency Turn the knob right to tune to a higher frequency or left to tune to a lower frequency To tu...

Page 207: ...or down and then push it to the right You will see SCAN flashing on the screen The system will scan for a station with a strong signal When it finds one it will stop and play that station for about 10 seconds If you do nothing the system will then scan for the next strong station and play it for 10 seconds When it plays a station that you want to listen to press the scan button again or push the i...

Page 208: ... find stations in the local area Push the interface selector down to scroll down the screen highlight A SEL then press ENTER on the interface selector You will see AUTO SEL on the screen and the system goes into scan mode for several seconds You can also press the A SEL button You will see AUTO SEL on the screen and the system goes into scan mode for several seconds The system stores the frequenci...

Page 209: ...large objects and atmospheric conditions A radio station s signal gets weaker as you get farther away from its transmitter If you are listening to an AM station you will notice the sound volume becoming weaker and the station drifting in and out If you are listening to an FM station you will see the stereo indicator flickering off and on as the signal weakens Eventually the stereo indicator will g...

Page 210: ...derstorms high humidity and even sunspots You may be able to receive a distant radio station one day and not receive it the next day because of a change in conditions Electrical interference from passing vehicles and stationary sources can cause temporary reception problems As required by the FCC Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the...

Page 211: ...IO button push the interface selector down and turn the interface knob to SOUND Then press ENTER on the selector Select the mode you want to adjust by turning the interface dial You can also adjust the sound by pushing the SOUND button repeatedly Each mode is shown in the audio display as it changes Turn the TUNE knob to adjust the setting to your liking SOUND ICON CONTINUED Playing the AM FM Radi...

Page 212: ...elector The current setting is shown on the screen Turn the interface knob to the desired level and enter your selection by pressing ENTER on the interface selector To equalize the fader or balance turn the interface knob until the marks on the sound grid come to the center of the adjustment bar CENTER SUBWOOFER To adjust the strength of the sound from the center or subwoofer speaker select it and...

Page 213: ...emarks of Dolby Laboratories Speed sensitive Volume Compensation SVC The SVC mode controls the volume based on vehicle speed The faster you go the louder the audio volume becomes As you slow down the audio volume decreases The SVC has four modes SVC OFF SVC LOW SVC MID and SVC HIGH The default setting is MID To change the SVC mode select SVC then press ENTER on the interface selector The current s...

Page 214: ...DIO DISPLAY CATEGORY BUTTONS SCAN BUTTON POWER VOLUME KNOB XM BUTTON AUDIO BUTTON With rear entertainment system AUDIO DISPLAY PRESET BUTTONS CATEGORY BUTTONS TUNE KNOB DISPLAY MODE BUTTON Playing the XM Satellite Radio Models with navigation system 210 08 06 06 16 58 07 09 ACURA MDX MMC North America Owner s M 50 31STX620 enu 2009 MDX Table Of Contents Main Menu ...

Page 215: ...ions in the audio display Operating the XM Radio To listen to XM satellite radio turn the ignition switch to the ACCESSORY I or ON II position Push the power volume knob to turn on the audio system and press the button The last channel you listened to will show in the display Adjust the volume by turning the power volume knob Push the AUDIO button to display XM information on the screen You can op...

Page 216: ...ng sequence channel name channel number category artist name and music title On the screen you will see the selected CHANNEL number CATEGORY NAME artist name and TITLE music title TUNE Turn the TUNE knob to change channel selections Turn the knob right for higher numbered channels and left for lower numbered channels You can also change channels with the interface selector push down the interface ...

Page 217: ...interface dial scroll down and push the interface selector to the right You will see SCAN on the screen and audio display The system plays each channel in numerical order for a few seconds then selects the next channel When you hear a channel you want to continue listening to push the interface selector to the right again or press the SCAN button to cancel CONTINUED Playing the XM Satellite Radio ...

Page 218: ...ck the preset button you want for that channel Press and hold the preset button until you hear a beep You can also pick the number with the interface dial Select your desired number and press and hold ENTER on the interface selector 4 Repeat steps 2 and 3 to store the first six channels 5 Press the button or scroll up again The other XM band will be shown Store the next six channels using steps 2 ...

Page 219: ...weak Move the vehicle to an area away from tall buildings and with an unobstructed view of the southern horizon The selected channel number does not exist or is not part of your subscription or this channel has no artist or title information at this time ANTENNA There is a problem with the XM antenna Please consult your dealer CONTINUED Playing the XM Satellite Radio Models with navigation system ...

Page 220: ...atellite signals are more likely to be blocked by tall buildings and mountains the farther north you travel from the equator Signal may be blocked by mountains or large obstacles to the south Signal weaker in these areas SATELLITE GROUND REPEATER Playing the XM Satellite Radio Models with navigation system 216 08 06 06 16 58 07 09 ACURA MDX MMC North America Owner s M 50 31STX620 enu 2009 MDX Tabl...

Page 221: ...ower volume knob to turn on the audio system and press the button A variety of music types and styles will play If you decide to purchase XM satellite radio service contact XM Radio at www xmradio com or at 1 800 852 9696 In Canada contact XM Canada at www xmradio ca or at 1 877 438 9677 You will need to give them your radio I D number and your credit card number To get your radio I D number turn ...

Page 222: ...t system AUDIO DISPLAY PRESET BUTTONS RANDOM BUTTON SEEK BUTTONS EJECT BUTTON SCAN BUTTON LOAD BUTTON POWER VOLUME KNOB REPEAT BUTTON DISC BUTTON AUDIO BUTTON INTERFACE DIAL DISPLAY MODE BUTTON FOLDER KNOB EJECT BUTTON FOLDER KNOB DISPLAY MODE BUTTON Playing Discs Models with navigation system 218 08 06 06 16 58 07 09 ACURA MDX MMC North America Owner s M 50 31STX620 enu 2009 MDX Table Of Contents...

Page 223: ...ndards may not be playable The changer cannot play DVD V format Some CD DA and CD ROM mixed discs are not playable Manufactured under license under U S Patent s 5 451 942 5 956 674 5 974 380 5 978 762 6 487 535 other U S and worldwide patents issued pending DTS and DTS Digital Surround are registered trademarks and the DTS logos and Symbol are trademarks of DTS Inc 1996 2007 DTS Inc All Rights Res...

Page 224: ...oading discs before all six positions are filled the system will wait for 10 seconds stop the load operation and begin playing the last disc loaded To load a single disc 1 Press and release the LOAD button 2 NO DISC is shown on the screen for an empty position in the changer When the green load indicator comes on and you see the LOAD in the audio display insert the disc into the slot Insert it onl...

Page 225: ...lay that shows the track number and the current time When playing a disc in MP3 WMA the display mode changes from folder name to file name to artist tag to album tag to track tag and then to normal display If the disc does not carry album track or artist name pressing the DISP button changes the display from normal display to NO INFO To Change Tracks Each time you press and release the SEEK button...

Page 226: ...ithin 10 seconds If you don t the system advances to the next track plays about 10 seconds of it and continues through the rest of the tracks the same way Disc Scan When you press the SCAN button repeatedly until you see D SCAN in the audio display or push down the interface selector to the right the first track of the current disc plays for about 10 seconds You will see SCAN next to DISC on the s...

Page 227: ...you will see REPEAT next to DISC on the screen and D RPT in the audio display To turn this feature off press and hold the RPT button until you hear a beep or highlight DISC REPEAT if not already highlighted and press ENTER on the interface selector again Random Play To play the tracks of the current disc in random order press and release the RDM button or use the interface selector to scroll down ...

Page 228: ...p to 400 playable files within 8 folder layers When playing MP3 discs a disc can support a maximum number of 100 folders and each folder can hold 255 playable files The specifications of the compatible MP3 files are Sampling frequency 32 44 1 48 kHz MPEG1 16 22 05 24 kHz MPEG2 Bitrate 32 40 48 56 64 80 96 112 128 160 192 224 256 320 kbps Compatible with variable bitrate and multi session The speci...

Page 229: ...and folders within a disc While playing a MP3 WMA disc press the AUDIO button The currently playing folder and file information comes on the screen Turn the selector knob highlight the folder you want to see the information within and press ENTER Repeat the procedure to go into a lower folder If you highlight a file and press ENTER the system starts to play your selected file CONTINUED Playing Dis...

Page 230: ...n select FOLDER REPEAT by interface knob and press ENTER on the interface selector You will see REPEAT next to FOLDER on the screen and F RPT in the audio display To turn this feature off press and hold the PRT button until you hear a beep or highlight FOLDER REPEAT if not already highlighted and press ENTER on the interface selector again Folder Random This feature when activated plays in the cur...

Page 231: ... select it by pressing the corresponding number on the preset button or turning the interface knob and pressing ENTER on the interface selector When that disc begins playing press the eject button When you press the eject button while listening to the radio or with the audio system turned off the disc that was last selected is ejected After that disc is ejected pressing the eject button again will...

Page 232: ...ot clear it take your vehicle to a dealer Error Message Cause Solution HEAT ERROR High Temperature Will disappear when the temperature returns to normal FORMAT Track File format not supported Current track will be skipped The next supported track or file plays automatically BAD DISC PLEASE CHECK OWNER S MANUAL PUSH EJECT Mechanical Error Press the EJECT button and pull out the disc s Check the dis...

Page 233: ...me heat To clean a disc use a clean soft cloth Wipe across the disc from the center to the outside edge A new disc may be rough on the inner and outer edges The small plastic pieces causing this roughness can flake off and fall on the recording surface of the disc causing skipping or other problems Remove these pieces by rubbing the inner and outer edges with the side of a pencil or pen Never try ...

Page 234: ...amage the audio unit Examples of these discs are shown to the right 1 Bubbled wrinkled labeled and excessively thick discs 2 Damaged discs 3 Poor quality discs Bubbled Wrinkled With Label Sticker Using Printer Label Kit Sealed With Plastic Ring Chipped Cracked Warped Burrs Protecting Your Discs 230 08 06 06 16 58 07 09 ACURA MDX MMC North America Owner s M 50 31STX620 enu 2009 MDX Table Of Content...

Page 235: ...ded discs are printed with the following logo For the rear entertainment system see page 264 Audio unit may not play the following formats This audio unit cannot play a Dualdisc 3 inch 8 cm CD Triangle Shape Can Shape Arrow Shape Fingerprints scratches etc Protecting Your Discs 231 Features 08 06 06 16 58 07 09 ACURA MDX MMC North America Owner s M 50 31STX620 enu 2009 MDX Table Of Contents Main M...

Page 236: ... audio unit is connected to the jack press the AUX button to select it U S Entertainment Package and Canadian Elite Package models Auxiliary input jacks and headphone connectors for the rear entertainment system are on the back of the center console compartment For more information see page 267 Auxiliary Input Jack 232 08 06 06 16 58 07 09 ACURA MDX MMC North America Owner s M 50 31STX620 enu 2009...

Page 237: ...To search up and down from the current frequency and find a station with a strong signal press the top or bottom of the button for 1 second If you are playing a disc the system skips to the beginning of the next track each time you press the top of the CH button Press the bottom to return to the beginning of the current track Press it again to return to the previous track You will see the disc and...

Page 238: ...op of the button for 1 second Press the bottom for 1 second to go back to the previous channel If you are playing a DVD video use the channel button to change chapters Each time you press the top of the button the system goes to the next chapter Press the bottom to return to the beginning of the current chapter Press it again to return to the previous chapter Remote Audio Controls 234 08 06 06 16 ...

Page 239: ...ial number If your vehicle s battery is disconnected or goes dead or the radio fuse is removed the audio system will disable itself If this happens you will see in the audio display the next time you turn on the system Use the preset buttons to enter the five digit code The code is located on the radio code card included in your owner s manual kit When it is entered correctly the radio will start ...

Page 240: ...u set the day information pressing the SET button again will cancel this setting mode and the system shows the adjusted display The system will also automatically return to the normal display about 10 seconds after you stop adjusting a mode On models with navigation system The navigation system receives signals from the global positioning system GPS and the displayed time is updated automatically ...

Page 241: ...r in the button comes on and your passengers can no longer operate the system with the rear control panel When the button is pressed the CTRL OFF message appears in the overhead screen to let your passengers know that the control panel is disabled The rear system selects the source it was last set to If that source has been removed the DVD has been ejected from the player for example you will see ...

Page 242: ...reen Unit FRONT SOURCE BUTTON REAR SOURCE BUTTON U S Entertainment Package and Canadian Elite Package models Rear Entertainment System 238 08 06 06 16 58 07 09 ACURA MDX MMC North America Owner s M 50 31STX620 enu 2009 MDX Table Of Contents Main Menu ...

Page 243: ...ISC button If a disc is loaded in the lower player select the DVD button Operating the DVD Player from the Front Control Panel The DVD player in your rear entertainment system can play DVD video discs audio CDs MP3 WMA discs and DTS CDs Open the overhead screen by pushing the OPEN button The screen will swing down part way Pivot the screen the rest of the way If you pivot the screen too far forwar...

Page 244: ...utomatically PAUSE Press the DVD button to pause the DVD Press the button again or press PLAY to resume Pause works only with the DVD player U S Entertainment Package and Canadian Elite Package models SEEK SKIP BUTTONS PLAY PAUSE BUTTON EJECT BUTTON Rear Entertainment System 240 08 06 06 16 58 07 09 ACURA MDX MMC North America Owner s M 50 31STX620 enu 2009 MDX Table Of Contents Main Menu ...

Page 245: ...ront panel control to the front audio system Press the FRONT SOURCE button You will hear a beep and the indicator in the button comes on The indicator also comes on automatically when you do not operate the rear entertainment system for 10 seconds Using the Rear Control Panel To turn on the rear entertainment system from the rear control panel press the PWR button Use the AM FM button XM RADIO but...

Page 246: ... use the or buttons to change categories up down and or to change channels up down within a category in CATEGORY mode or up down for all channels in CH mode Use the or button to highlight CATE to change categories CHAN to change channels MODE to change category or channel mode SCAN or one of the preset channels on the overhead screen You can enter the highlighted function by pressing the ENT butto...

Page 247: ...loaded in the disc changer select them by pressing the 6 DISC button Use the or button to highlight REPEAT RANDOM SCAN skip or cue on the overhead screen You can enter the highlighted function by pressing the ENT button These functions have the same features as those of the front audio system To change the disc currently playing use the or button to highlight your selected disc icon and press ENT ...

Page 248: ...go back to PLAY Press the button to skip to the beginning of the next chapter Press the button to return to the beginning of the current chapter Press the button again quickly to go to the previous chapter To move rapidly within a chapter press and hold the or button The system will continue to move through the chapter Press the button to move forward or the button to move backward Release the but...

Page 249: ...utton while a DVD is playing the DVD Menu appears The menu options are TOP MENU MENU PLAY MODE SEARCH and NUM INPUT To go to your selected menu use the or button to highlight the icon and press the ENT button To return to the DVD video screen select EXIT Top Menu When you select TOP MENU the screen changes to the DVD s title menu This menu also appears when you press the MENU SCROLL button while a...

Page 250: ...dio from the play mode menu with the or button and press the ENT button A submenu of the dubbed language appears You can select another language by pressing the or button The sound characteristics Dolby Digital LPCM MPEG Audio dts recorded with the selected language is also displayed next to the language Rear Entertainment System 246 08 06 06 16 58 07 09 ACURA MDX MMC North America Owner s M 50 31...

Page 251: ...mode menu with the or button and press the ENT button You can see the available subtitles with the or button Press the ENT button when your desired subtitle is highlighted After selecting your desired subtitle press the RETURN button or cursor back with the or button to go back to the top of the Play Mode menu Press the RETURN button again to exit completely CONTINUED Rear Entertainment System 247...

Page 252: ...D you cannot change from Angle 1 Press the RETURN button or cursor back with the or button to go back to the top of the Play Mode menu Press the RETURN button again to exit completely Search When you highlight Search with the or button the Jump to chapter and title number input message appears To select Chapter or Title search press the ENT button Rear Entertainment System 248 08 06 06 16 58 07 09...

Page 253: ...d on the screen When you highlight NumInput with the or button the Jump to keypad message appears Press the ENT button to go to the NumInput selection screen Select the first digit number using the or button and enter it by pressing the ENT button If you want to change the number select DEL and press the ENT button then select and enter the new number CONTINUED Rear Entertainment System 249 Featur...

Page 254: ...nu appears The menu options are DISP ADUSTMENT ASPECT RATIO and PERSONAL SURROUND To change a setup use the or button to highlight your selection and press the ENT button To return to the DVD video screen select EXIT Disp Adjust To adjust the display highlight Disp Adjust from the setup menu with the or button and press the ENT button You can adjust these display settings Brightness Contrast Black...

Page 255: ...want to set the display to the default setting select Reset by pressing the or button and then pressing the ENT button The display changes as shown above Select Yes and press the ENT button You will see the message Default display settings applied on the display for 5 seconds CONTINUED Rear Entertainment System 251 Features 08 06 06 16 58 07 09 ACURA MDX MMC North America Owner s M 50 31STX620 enu...

Page 256: ...d and the current setting is highlighted in blue Select the desired setting by pressing the or button then press the ENT button The selected setting will be highlighted in blue for one second and the screen returns to the play mode in the selected setting Rear Entertainment System 252 08 06 06 16 58 07 09 ACURA MDX MMC North America Owner s M 50 31STX620 enu 2009 MDX Table Of Contents Main Menu ...

Page 257: ...Voice by pressing the or button and enter your selection by pressing the ENT button The PERSONAL SURROUND logo is displayed in the upper right corner of the screen If you select Off the logo disappears and there will be no special sound effect CONTINUED Rear Entertainment System 253 Features 08 06 06 16 58 07 09 ACURA MDX MMC North America Owner s M 50 31STX620 enu 2009 MDX Table Of Contents Main ...

Page 258: ...u select Language with the or button the menu shown above appears To return to the stop or previous screen select Exit using the or button and then press the ENT or the SETUP button Menu Language To select the language used in the DISC menus select Menu Language by pressing the or button Rear Entertainment System 254 08 06 06 16 58 07 09 ACURA MDX MMC North America Owner s M 50 31STX620 enu 2009 M...

Page 259: ... than those listed you need to enter the code number of the desired language Select other and press the ENT button The display changes as shown in the next column If you select No and press the ENT button the display returns to the initial screen of the Language menu CONTINUED Rear Entertainment System 255 Features 08 06 06 16 58 07 09 ACURA MDX MMC North America Owner s M 50 31STX620 enu 2009 MDX...

Page 260: ... a number digit select DEL on the display with the or button and press the ENT button on the control panel Then select and enter the correct digit as described The display returns to the initial Language menu screen Audio Language You can select the dubbed language before playing DVDs Select Audio Language by pressing the or button You will see the submenu next to Audio Language Follow the same in...

Page 261: ... Others When you select Others at the top of the INITIAL SETTINGS screen the above menu appears on the screen Dynamic Range Dynamic Range reduces the differences between the loud and quiet sound levels throughout the disc When this is on the louder sounds are lowered and quieter sounds are increased CONTINUED Rear Entertainment System 257 Features 08 06 06 16 58 07 09 ACURA MDX MMC North America O...

Page 262: ...while playing a DVD the angle mark is displayed in the upper right corner of the screen You can set the system to display or not display this angle mark Select Angle Mark by pressing the or button The above submenu appears If you want the angle mark to be displayed select ON with the or button ANGLE MARK Rear Entertainment System 258 08 06 06 16 58 07 09 ACURA MDX MMC North America Owner s M 50 31...

Page 263: ...the display changes as shown above To change the level you need to enter your four digit password Select the number for the first digit by pressing the or button and enter it by pressing the ENT button Repeat this until all four digits are filled When you enter the fourth number the cursor automatically moves to ENT on the display Press the ENT button on the control panel CONTINUED Rear Entertainm...

Page 264: ...ou can then change the parental control level Once you correctly enter the password press the or button to change the level and then press the ENT button to enter your selection Changing the Password The password was set to 1111 when the vehicle left the factory Rear Entertainment System 260 08 06 06 16 58 07 09 ACURA MDX MMC North America Owner s M 50 31STX620 enu 2009 MDX Table Of Contents Main ...

Page 265: ...T button Repeat this until all four digits are entered When you enter the fourth number the cursor automatically moves to ENT on the display Press the ENT button on the control panel If the system does not recognize the password you entered you will see the above display Repeat the password setting steps until you enter the correct password CONTINUED Rear Entertainment System 261 Features 08 06 06...

Page 266: ...e Control The rear control panel can be detached from the ceiling unit and used as a remote control To remove it from the ceiling unit press the release button The control panel will swing down partway Pivot it down further past the detent until it detaches from the hinge To reinstall it reverse the procedure RELEASE BUTTON Rear Entertainment System 262 08 06 06 16 58 07 09 ACURA MDX MMC North Ame...

Page 267: ...ference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate the equipment This device complies with Industry Canada Standard RSS 210 Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 this device may not...

Page 268: ...rporates copyright protection technology that is protected by U S patents and other intellectual property rights Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited Protecting DVDs The tips on how to handle and protect DV...

Page 269: ...S Error Press the disc eject button and remove the disc Check for an error indication Insert the disc again If the code does not disappear or the disc cannot be removed consult your dealer MECH ERROR Mechanical Error Press the disc eject button and remove the disc Check for an error indication Insert the disc again If the code does not disappear or the disc cannot be removed consult your dealer HE...

Page 270: ...s of the frame Wearing the headphones backwards may affect audio reception limiting the sound quality and range To use the headphones pivot the earpieces outward This turns them on To adjust the volume turn the dial on the bottom of the right earpiece When you remove the headphones the earpieces automatically pivot inward and the headphones turn off When not in use store the headphones in the pock...

Page 271: ...attery in the earpiece as shown in the diagram next to the battery slot Slide the cover back into place on the earpiece then press down on the back edge to lock it in place Auxiliary Input Jacks Auxiliary input jacks and headphone connectors for the rear entertainment system are on the back of the center console compartment TAB COVER BATTERY CONTINUED Rear Entertainment System 267 Features 08 06 0...

Page 272: ...ideo jack L Left audio jack R Right audio jack There are three headphone connectors for the third seat passengers Each connector has its own volume control AUXILIARY INPUT JACKS VOLUME DIALS HEADPHONE CONNECTORS Rear Entertainment System 268 08 06 06 16 58 07 09 ACURA MDX MMC North America Owner s M 50 31STX620 enu 2009 MDX Table Of Contents Main Menu ...

Page 273: ... the key driver s lock tab door lock master switch or remote transmitter The security system indicator on the instrument panel starts blinking immediately to show you the system is setting itself Once the security system is set opening any door the tailgate or the hood without using the key or the remote transmitter will cause it to alarm It also alarms if the radio is removed from the dashboard o...

Page 274: ... Cruise Control 1 Push in the CRUISE button on the steering wheel The CRUISE MAIN indicator on the instrument panel comes on The cruise control system can be left on even when it is not in use 2 Accelerate to the desired cruising speed above 25 mph 40 km h 3 Press and release the SET DECEL button on the steering wheel The CRUISE CONTROL indicator on the instrument panel comes on to show the system...

Page 275: ...ccelerate to the desired cruising speed then press the SET DECEL button To increase the speed in very small amounts tap the RES ACCEL button Each time you do this your vehicle will speed up about 1 mph 1 6 km h You can decrease the set cruising speed in any of these ways Press and hold the SET DECEL button Release the button when you reach the desired speed To slow down in very small amounts tap t...

Page 276: ...heel Push the CRUISE button on the steering wheel Resuming the Set Speed When you push the CANCEL button or tap the brake pedal the system remembers the previously set speed To return to that speed accelerate to above 25 mph 40 km h then press and release the RES ACCEL button The CRUISE CONTROL indicator comes on The vehicle accelerates to the same speed as before Pressing the CRUISE button turns ...

Page 277: ...agnetic field If the compass seems to be continually showing the wrong direction and is not self calibrating do the following 1 Press and hold the SET button for five seconds until the clock display changes to ZON N Clock adjustment mode will be started after the first two seconds 2 Press the SET button CAL N will be displayed At this point pressing the SET button will exit calibration mode 3 Pres...

Page 278: ...hanges to ZON N Clock adjustment mode will be started after the first two seconds 2 Press the button ZON Y will be displayed 3 Press the SET button The zone the compass is currently in will be displayed 4 Find the zone for your area on the map 5 If the zone is incorrect press the button to cycle the count down or the button to cycle the count up Once the correct zone is displayed continue to step ...

Page 279: ...Zone Map CONTINUED Compass 275 Features 08 06 06 16 58 07 09 ACURA MDX MMC North America Owner s M 50 31STX620 enu 2009 MDX Table Of Contents Main Menu ...

Page 280: ...osing door The door should stop and reverse upon contacting the piece of wood As an additional safety feature garage door openers manufactured after January 1 1993 are required to have external entrapment protection systems such as an electronic eye which detect an object obstructing the door Important Safety Precautions Refer to the safety information that came with your garage door opener to tes...

Page 281: ...te Training complete Position the remote transmitter you wish to link 1 3 inches from the HomeLink button you want to program Press and hold the desired HomeLink button and the button on the remote transmitter you wish to link Press and hold the button on the remote and the HomeLink button at the same time Then while continuing to hold the HomeLink button press and release the button on the remote...

Page 282: ...ation of the device Your vehicle is equipped with Bluetooth HandsFreeLink HFL HFL uses Bluetooth technology to link your cell phone to your vehicle With HFL you can place and receive calls through your vehicle s audio system without the distraction of handling your cell phone To use this feature you need a Bluetooth compatible cell phone with the Hands Free Profile For more information and a list ...

Page 283: ...Canada visit www acura ca or call 1 888 9 ACURA 9 Incoming Outgoing Calls With a linked phone HFL allows you to send and receive calls in your vehicle without holding the phone Phonebook The HFL can store up to 50 names and phone numbers in its phonebook With a linked phone you can then automatically dial any name or number in the phonebook On models with navigation system Your vehicle s HFL syste...

Page 284: ...olume knob or the steering wheel volume controls HFL Buttons To operate the HFL use the HFL Talk and Back buttons on the left side of the steering wheel The HFL buttons are used as follows HFL Talk This button is used before you give a command to answer incoming calls and to confirm system information Press and release the button then wait for a beep before giving a command HFL Back This button is...

Page 285: ...dialing and receiving calls Phone Dialing Indicates the number you entered or the number of the incoming call ꭧ Some phones do not send this information to the HFL How to Use the HFL The HFL is operated by the HFL Talk and Back buttons on the left side of the steering wheel The next few pages provide instructions for all basic features of the HFL NOTE All phones may not operate identically and som...

Page 286: ...up voices other than yours the system may not interpret your voice commands correctly If the HFL does not recognize a command its response is Pardon If it doesn t recognize the command a second time its response is Please repeat If it doesn t recognize the command a third time it plays the Help prompt To hear a list of available options at any time press the Talk button wait for the beep and say H...

Page 287: ...o its main menu For example when you store the name Eric the HFL response is Eric has been stored The next time you press the Talk button you will be at the main menu Setting Up the System The voice of the HFL can be set to male or female U S models only Also the incoming notification can be set to a ring tone a prompt or no notification To set up the system do this 1 Press and release the Talk bu...

Page 288: ...u choose Prompt you will hear this message to announce an incoming call You have an incoming call 6 The HFL response continues A security option is available to lock the HFL system Each time the vehicle is turned on a passcode would be required to use this system Would you like this security option turned on If you say Yes you can set your passcode Refer to the setting procedure in the next column...

Page 289: ... is the four digit passcode 2 Press and release the Talk button After the beep say your four digit passcode For example say 1 2 3 4 3 If the passcode is correct the HFL response is Main menu If the passcode is not correct the HFL response is 1 2 3 4 is incorrect Please try again Go back to the step 2 If you forget your passcode and you cannot activate the HFL consult your dealer to cancel the pass...

Page 290: ...operation of your cell phone For safety only perform this function while the vehicle is stopped State a four digit code for pairing Note this code It will be requested by the phone 3 Press and release the Talk button After the beep say the four digit code you want to use For example say 1 2 3 4 The HFL response is 1 2 3 4 Is this correct 4 Press and release the Talk button After the beep say Yes T...

Page 291: ...on After the beep say the name of the phone you want to rename For example say Eric s phone The HFL response is What is the new name for Eric s phone 4 Press and release the Talk button After the beep say the new name of the phone For example say Lisa s phone The HFL response is The name has been changed Returning to the main menu To delete a paired phone do this 1 Press and release the Talk butto...

Page 292: ...eing used do this 1 Press and release the Talk button After the beep say Phone setup The HFL response is Phone setup options are status pair edit delete and list 2 Press and release the Talk button After the beep say Status An example of the HFL response is Eric s phone is linked Battery strength is three bars Signal strength is five bars and the phone is roaming Returning to the main menu To chan...

Page 293: ...on After the beep say Call or Dial The HFL response is Calling or Dialing Once connected you will hear the person you called through the audio speakers To change the volume use the audio system volume knob or the steering wheel volume controls 4 To end the call press the Back button To make a call using a name in the HFL phonebook do this 1 With your phone on and the ignition in the ACCESSORY I or...

Page 294: ...would you like to send 2 Press and release the Talk button After the beep say the number you want to send For example say 1 2 3 The HFL response is 1 2 3 Say send or continue to add numbers NOTE To send a pound say pound To send a star say star 3 Press and release the Talk button After the beep say Send The dial tones will be sent and the call will continue To send a name during a call do this 1 P...

Page 295: ...a Call During a call you can transfer it from the HFL to your phone or from your phone to the HFL To transfer a call from the HFL to your phone do this Press and release the Talk button After the beep say Transfer The audio switches from the HFL to the phone To transfer a call from your phone to the HFL do this Press and release the Talk button After the beep say Transfer The audio switches from y...

Page 296: ...beep say the number For example say 123 456 7891 The HFL response is 123 456 7891 Say Enter or continue to add numbers 5 Press and release the Talk button After the beep say Enter The HFL response is Eric or account number has been stored Returning to the main menu To edit the number of a name do this 1 Press and release the Talk button After the beep say Phonebook The HFL response is Phonebook op...

Page 297: ... and list 2 Press and release the Talk button After the beep say List The HFL responds by listing the names in the phonebook When the end of the list is reached the HFL response is The entire list has been read Returning to the main menu To call a name from the phonebook list do this 1 Press and release the Talk button After the beep say Phonebook The HFL response is Phonebook options are store ed...

Page 298: ...orm this function while the vehicle is stopped HFL is now waiting to receive a contact from a Bluetooth device 3 Select a desired number from the list on your phone and transmit send individual steps will vary for each type of phone refer to your phone s owner s manual via Bluetooth The HFL response is One phone number has been received for this contact What name would you like to store for the mo...

Page 299: ...n at work has been stored Would you like HFL to receive another contact 10 If you do not want to continue to store any other numbers press and release the Talk button After the beep say No The HFL response is Returning to the main menu Cellular Phonebook Options On models with navigation system The cellular phonebook option allows you to store up to 1 000 names and 10 000 phone numbers in the phon...

Page 300: ...FL and select this option the system will start importing and loading the phonebook Search Imported Phonebook This option allows you to search the phone numbers stored in the HFL When you enter keyword for a person s name such as the first name or last name the system will find the number you want and let you make calls Delete Imported Phonebook This option allows you to delete the stored phoneboo...

Page 301: ...u to pair your phone if the vehicle is moving Up to six phones can be paired to the HFL For information on linking to the HFL see page 285 To search the imported phonebook You can search the stored number by entering keywords to make calls by using the HFL Select Search Imported Phonebook from the Select an option screen The display will change as shown above CONTINUED Bluetooth HandsFreeLink 297 ...

Page 302: ...match say or select LIST when you finish entering the keyword The system will display a list of person s names with the closest match to the name you entered at the top of the list Select the number 1 6 of the desired person from the list Up to three category icons are displayed in the right side of the list These category icons indicate how many numbers are stored for the person If a name has mor...

Page 303: ...FreeLink Say or select STORE IN HandsFreeLink from the Select a number to call screen The screen shown above will appear Select the desired number from the list to store it in the HFL Work Pager Car Voice Other Fax CONTINUED Bluetooth HandsFreeLink 299 Features 08 06 06 16 58 07 09 ACURA MDX MMC North America Owner s M 50 31STX620 enu 2009 MDX Table Of Contents Main Menu ...

Page 304: ...e phonebook The following screen will appear Enter the PIN number to access the phonebook You cannot access a PIN protected phonebook if you do not use the correct PIN number After you enter the correct PIN number or if the phonebook you select is not PIN protected the following screen appears Say or select Yes and the message The imported phonebook has been deleted will appear Select OK to comple...

Page 305: ...To add a PIN number 1 Select the phonebook you wish to add the PIN number to The phonebook you select cannot already have a PIN icon The display will change as shown above 2 Enter the 4 digit PIN number You will be asked to re enter the PIN to verify CONTINUED Bluetooth HandsFreeLink 301 Features 08 06 06 16 58 07 09 ACURA MDX MMC North America Owner s M 50 31STX620 enu 2009 MDX Table Of Contents ...

Page 306: ...e display will change as shown above 2 Enter your current PIN number 3 Enter your new 4 digit PIN number You will be asked to re enter the PIN to verify Bluetooth HandsFreeLink 302 08 06 06 16 58 07 09 ACURA MDX MMC North America Owner s M 50 31STX620 enu 2009 MDX Table Of Contents Main Menu ...

Page 307: ... the system setup Is this what you would like to do 3 Press and release the Talk button After the beep say Yes The HFL response is Preparing to clear all paired phones all phonebook entries the passcode and restore the defaults in the system setup Say OK to proceed otherwise say go back or cancel 4 Press and release the Talk button After the beep say OK to proceed or say Go back or Cancel 5 If you...

Page 308: ...e de langue Please wait while the language is changed La langue a ete changee Retour au menu principal NOTE If there are paired phones without French name tags the following prompts will continue If there are paired phones without French name tags the HFL response is Pour que le système identifie les téléphones qui ont été jumelés dans une autre langue les noms des téléphones doivent être ré enreg...

Page 309: ...changed Returning to the main menu NOTE If there are paired phones without English name tags the following prompts will continue If there are paired phones without English name tags the HFL response is The language has been changed For the system to identify phones that were paired while in another language the phone names need to be re recorded 4 The HFL says for example What is the English name ...

Page 310: ...ons not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate the equipment This device complies with Industry Canada Standard RSS 210 Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 this device may not cause interference and 2 this device must accept any interference that may cause undesired operation of the device Bluetooth HandsFreeLink 306...

Page 311: ...ondition Diagnostic information to provide information about any problems with your vehicle Interface Dial Most AcuraLink functions are controlled by the interface dial The interface dial has two parts a knob and a selector The knob turns left and right Use it to make selections or adjustments to a list or menu on the screen The selector can be pushed left right up down and in Use the selector to ...

Page 312: ...ge from the navigation system map menu A list of all messages will be shown New Messages will be at the top Select the message you want to read by pressing ENTER To view previously read messages Press the INFO button The information screen will be shown AcuraLink U S models only 308 08 06 06 16 58 07 09 ACURA MDX MMC North America Owner s M 50 31STX620 enu 2009 MDX Table Of Contents Main Menu ...

Page 313: ...iate attention see page 314 After purchasing your vehicle messages may not appear immediately Your dealer has to register the vehicle identification before you can receive messages This can take several days to process Message Options When you open a message you can read a summary of it and then choose one of several options If an option is not available for a message that button will not be highl...

Page 314: ...to this dealer so you can schedule a maintenance appointment or receive information about a message If your assigned servicing dealer changes AcuraLink will reset to call that dealer Diagnostic Info Select this button to get more information about the current diagnostic message To use this option your cellphone must be paired with the HFL In addition the paired phone must have a compatible data se...

Page 315: ...ce selector To delete all messages NOTE The Delete All Messages command does not apply to Diagnostic Info and Recall messages They can only be deleted by your dealer Press the SETUP button to view the setup screen Select MORE by pushing the interface selector to the right Use the interface knob to scroll to the AcuraLink Messages button and select it by pressing ENTER on the interface selector Scr...

Page 316: ...d comments from other MDX owners supplement your Owner s Manual and Quick Start Guide They provide you with relevant information for a safe and enjoyable ownership experience For additional information call Acura Client Services directly through the HFL Feature Guide During the first 90 days of ownership one of up to 32 different messages appears each day These messages help you to use and underst...

Page 317: ... to call your dealer for an appointment or to find the nearest dealer Recall Campaigns If your vehicle is affected by a recall or other important safety information a letter will be mailed to you about the issue and how to fix it If you don t get your vehicle fixed you will also receive a reminder message through AcuraLink You can then use the message options to call your dealer for an appointment...

Page 318: ... an indicator comes on or a message is displayed on the MID AcuraLink immediately notifies you with the message An indicator is on AcuraLink can help you decide what to do If you do not want the information right away select the Check Later option If you want the information now select the Check Now option If the navigation screen is not active you must select OK from the navigation disclaimer scr...

Page 319: ...since the previous time you retrieved the information from the Acura server Dealer Appointment Reminder When you make an appointment through the My Acura Online Scheduling Service you can be reminded in advance about that appointment through AcuraLink If you need to reschedule you can call your dealer directly with the HFL The timing of your reminder is based on your reminder preference establishe...

Page 320: ...Notification Select ON if you want to be notified of new messages envelope icon appears on the navigation screen Select OFF if you do not want to be notified of new messages envelope icon does not appear on the screen Messages can still be accessed using the INFO menu If you would like to stop receiving messages visit the My Acura website at www owners acura com to change your messaging preference...

Page 321: ... Bluetooth HandsFreeLink HFL To complete the data connection setup the paired phone must have a compatible data service To find more information on Bluetooth compatible and enabled cell phones visit www acura com handsfreelink or call the Hands Free Link consumer support at 888 528 7876 In Canada visit www acura ca or call 888 9 ACURA 9 CONTINUED AcuraLink U S models only 317 Features 08 06 06 16 ...

Page 322: ... by the FCC This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user s authority t...

Page 323: ...arview camera clean and do not cover the camera lens To avoid scratching the lens when you clean it use a moist soft cloth Since the rearview camera display area is limited you should always back up slowly and carefully and look behind you for obstacles Rearview Camera and Monitor 319 Features 08 06 06 16 58 07 09 ACURA MDX MMC North America Owner s M 50 31STX620 enu 2009 MDX Table Of Contents Mai...

Page 324: ...320 08 06 06 16 58 07 09 ACURA MDX MMC North America Owner s M 50 31STX620 enu 2009 MDX Table Of Contents Main Menu ...

Page 325: ...ssories to your vehicle please read the information in this section first Break in Period 322 Fuel Recommendation 322 Service Station Procedures 323 Refueling 323 Tighten Fuel Cap Message 324 Opening and Closing the Hood 325 Oil Check 326 Engine Coolant Check 326 Fuel Economy 327 Accessories and Modifications 330 Carrying Cargo 332 Before Driving 321 Bef ore Driving 08 06 06 16 58 07 09 ACURA MDX ...

Page 326: ...ine damage We recommend quality gasolines containing detergent additives that help prevent fuel system and engine deposits In addition in order to maintain good performance fuel economy and emissions control we strongly recommend in areas where it is available the use of gasoline that does NOT contain manganese based fuel additives such as MMT Use of gasoline with these additives may adversely aff...

Page 327: ... changes If the fuel nozzle keeps clicking off even though the tank is not full there may be a problem with your vehicle s fuel vapor recovery system The system helps keep fuel vapor from going into the atmosphere Try filling at another pump If this does not fix the problem consult your dealer Gasoline is highly flammable and explosive You can be burned or seriously injured when handling fuel Stop...

Page 328: ...east once The message should go off after several days of normal driving once you tighten or replace the fuel fill cap To scroll to another message press the INFO button The TIGHTEN FUEL CAP message will appear each time you restart the engine until the system turns the message off If the system still detects a leak in the vehicle s evaporative emissions system the malfunction indicator lamp MIL c...

Page 329: ...ood If the hood latch handle moves stiffly or if you can open the hood without lifting the handle the mechanism should be cleaned and lubricated 3 Lift the hood up most of the way The hydraulic supports will lift it up the rest of the way and hold it up To close the hood lower the hood to about a foot 30 cm above the fender then press down firmly with your hands Make sure it is securely latched HO...

Page 330: ... Adding Engine Oil on page 393 Engine Coolant Check Look at the coolant level in the radiator reserve tank Make sure it is between the MAX and MIN lines If it is below the MIN line see Adding Engine Coolant on page 396 for information on adding the proper coolant Refer to Owner s Maintenance Checks on page 389 for information about checking other items on your vehicle DIPSTICK UPPER MARK LOWER MAR...

Page 331: ...longer trips in free flowing traffic A range of miles per gallon achieved is also provided Combined Fuel Economy Represents a combination of city and highway driving The scale represents the range of combined fuel economy for other vehicles in the class Estimated Annual Fuel Cost Provides an estimated annual fuel cost based on 15 000 miles 20 000 km per year multiplied by the cost per gallon based...

Page 332: ... 393 Maintain proper tire inflation An under inflated tire increases rolling resistance which reduces fuel economy Avoid carrying excess weight in your vehicle It puts a heavier load on the engine increasing fuel consumption Keep your vehicle clean In particular a build up of snow or mud on your vehicle s underside adds weight and rolling resistance Frequent cleaning helps your fuel economy Drive ...

Page 333: ...economy Using frequency of fill ups or taking fuel gauge readings are NOT accurate measures of fuel economy Fuel economy may improve over the first several thousand miles Checking Your Fuel Economy 1 Fill the fuel tank until the nozzle automatically clicks off 2 Reset trip counter to zero 3 Record the total gallons liters needed to refill 4 Follow one of the simple calculations above Miles driven ...

Page 334: ... properly installed cellular phones alarms two way radios and low powered audio systems should not interfere with your vehicle s computer controlled systems such as your airbags anti lock brakes and tire pressure monitoring system Before installing any accessory Make sure the accessory does not obscure any lights or interfere with proper vehicle operation or performance Be sure electronic accessor...

Page 335: ...ct the handling and stability Non Acura wheels because they are a universal design can cause excessive stress on suspension components and will not be compatible with the tire pressure monitoring system TPMS Larger or smaller wheels and tires can interfere with the operation of your vehicle s anti lock brakes and other systems Modifying your steering wheel or any other part of your vehicle s safet...

Page 336: ...carrying too much cargo or improperly storing it can affect your vehicle s handling stability stopping distance and tires and make it unsafe Before carrying any type of cargo be sure to read the following pages STORAGE COMPARTMENT SEAT BACK POCKETS CARGO AREA REAR COMPARTMENT DOOR POCKETS CONSOLE COMPARTMENT GLOVE BOX Carrying Cargo 332 08 06 06 16 58 07 09 ACURA MDX MMC North America Owner s M 50...

Page 337: ... vehicle 3 Subtract the combined weight of the driver and passengers from XXX kg or XXX lbs 4 The resulting figure equals the available amount of cargo and luggage load capacity For example if the XXX amount equals 1 400 lbs and there will be five 150 lb passengers in your vehicle the amount of available cargo and luggage load capacity is 650 lbs 1 400 750 5 150 650 lbs 5 Determine the combined we...

Page 338: ...ng GAWR Both are on a label on the driver s doorjamb Max Load 1 158 lbs Passenger Weight 150 lbs x 2 300 lbs Cargo Weight 858 lbs Cargo Weight 558 lbs Passenger Weight 150 lbs x 4 600 lbs Max Load 1 158 lbs Max Load 1 158 lbs Passenger Weight 150 lbs x 5 750 lbs Cargo Weight 408 lbs Carrying Cargo 334 08 06 06 16 58 07 09 ACURA MDX MMC North America Owner s M 50 31STX620 enu 2009 MDX Table Of Cont...

Page 339: ...rgo area placing the heaviest items on the bottom and as far forward as possible Tie down items that could be thrown about the vehicle during a crash or sudden stop If you fold down the second or third row seats tie down items that could be thrown about the vehicle during a crash or sudden stop If you carry large items that prevent you from closing the tailgate exhaust gas can enter the passenger ...

Page 340: ...he larger area Do not install the cover over the larger area if the third row seats are not folded down Cargo Hooks The four hooks on the side panels can be used to install a net for securing items Each hook is designed to hold up to 50 lbs 23 kg of weight Your vehicle also has a grocery hook on each side panel in the cargo area They are designed to hold light items Heavy objects may damage the ho...

Page 341: ...railer or drive off high way Driving Guidelines 338 Preparing to Drive 338 Starting the Engine 339 Check Starting System Message 340 Automatic Transmission 341 Super Handling All Wheel Drive SH AWD System 348 Parking 350 Tire Pressure Monitoring System TPMS 351 Braking System 356 Anti lock Brakes ABS 357 Vehicle Stability Assist VSA aka Electronic Stability Control ESC System 359 Active Damper Sys...

Page 342: ...er possible Do not modify your vehicle in any way that would raise the center of gravity Do not carry heavy cargo on the roof See page 378 for off highway driving guidelines Preparing to Drive You should do the following checks and adjustments before you drive your vehicle 1 Make sure all windows mirrors and outside lights are clean and unobstructed Remove frost snow or ice 2 Check that the hood i...

Page 343: ...tery 3 Make sure the shift lever is in Park Press on the brake pedal 4 Without touching the accelerator pedal turn the ignition switch to the START III position then release the ignition switch You do not need to hold the ignition switch in the START III position to start the engine Depending on the outside temperature the starter motor runs for about 6 to 9 seconds until the engine starts If you ...

Page 344: ...ting System Message If there is a problem with the starting system you will see a CHECK STARTING SYSTEM message on the multi information display when the ignition switch is turned to the ON II position You will also see this message when the auto control mode of the starting system has a problem If this message is on the ignition switch has to be held in the START III position manually until the e...

Page 345: ... with the D indicator there is a problem with the automatic transmission control system Avoid rapid acceleration and have the transmission checked by your dealer as soon as possible When the D indicator warns of a possible problem with the transmission you will see a CHECK TRANSMISSION message on the multi information display see page 82 Shifting To shift from Park to any position press firmly on ...

Page 346: ...R Press the brake pedal and press the release button on the front of the shift lever to shift from Park to reverse To shift from reverse to neutral come to a complete stop and then shift Press the release button before shifting into reverse from neutral Neutral N Use neutral if you need to restart a stalled engine or if it is necessary to stop briefly with the engine idling Shift to the Park posit...

Page 347: ... the transmission shifts to a higher gear Pull back on the lever to downshift The number of the gear selected is displayed on the instrument panel When you accelerate away from a stop the transmission starts in first gear You have to manually upshift between first and fifth gears Make sure you upshift before the engine speed reaches the tachometer s red zone The transmission remains in the selecte...

Page 348: ...mes to a complete stop It downshifts to first gear when the vehicle speed is under 10 mph 16 km h If you try to manually downshift at a speed that would cause the engine to exceed the redline in a lower gear the transmission does not downshift The gear indicator will flash the number of the lower gear several times then return to the higher gear If the vehicle speed slows to below the redline of t...

Page 349: ...ped push forward on the shift lever to shift to second gear You will see 2 in the display Starting out in second gear will help to reduce wheelspin in deep snow or on a slippery surface If you start out in second gear the transmission will be fixed in that gear The transmission will not automatically downshift to first gear even when the vehicle speed is under 10 mph 16 km h You need to shift down...

Page 350: ...ceed the maximum speed for the gear you are in the engine speed will enter into the tachometer s red zone If this occurs you may feel the engine cut in and out This is caused by a limiter in the engine s computer controls The engine will run normally when you reduce the rpm below the red zone Before downshifting make sure the engine will not go into the tachometer s red zone Shift Lock Release Thi...

Page 351: ...move the shift lever out of Park to neutral 6 Remove the key from the shift lock release slot then reinstall the cover Make sure the notch on the cover is on the driver s side Press the brake pedal and restart the engine If you need to use the shift lock release it means your vehicle is developing a problem Have the vehicle checked by a dealer COVER RELEASE BUTTON SHIFT LOCK RELEASE SLOT Automatic...

Page 352: ...ent to the wheels Each wheel right front RF left front LF right rear RR and left rear LR has its own torque indicator Each torque indicator is displayed as a bar graph divided into 5 segments The number of segments represents the amount of torque distributed to each wheel When there is only a slight change in torque distribution while driving such as cruising on level roads at the same speed the t...

Page 353: ... to a dealer to have it checked If the SH AWD indicator on the instrument panel stays on and the CHECK SH AWD SYSTEM message also appears on the multi information display there is problem with the SH AWD system Your vehicle still has normal front wheel drive with vehicle stability assist VSA but does not have the advantages of SH AWD Have your vehicle checked by a dealer as soon as possible Super ...

Page 354: ...he doors and the tailgate Never park over dry leaves tall grass or other flammable materials The hot three way catalytic converter could cause these materials to catch on fire If the vehicle is facing uphill turn the front wheels away from the curb If the vehicle is facing downhill turn the front wheels toward the curb Check the indicator on the instrument panel to verify that the security system ...

Page 355: ...ssures you manually measure are slightly different If the difference is significant or you cannot make the low tire pressure TPMS indicator and message on the multi information display go out after inflating the tires to the specified values have your dealer check the system as soon as possible If you think you can safely drive a short distance to a service station proceed slowly to the station th...

Page 356: ...mately 1 minute then stays on You will also see a CHECK TPMS SYSTEM message on the multi information display see page 82 Although your tire pressure is monitored you must manually check the tire pressures monthly Each tire including the spare should be checked monthly when the vehicle is cold and set to the recommended inflation pressure as specified on the vehicle placard and in the owner s manua...

Page 357: ... tire immediately sends a signal that causes the low tire pressure TPMS indicator in the instrument panel to come on If this happens you will see which tire is losing pressure on the multi information display along with a CHECK TIRE PRESSURE message U S model Canadian model This shows that front left tire is losing pressure CONTINUED Tire Pressure Monitoring System TPMS 353 Driving 08 06 06 16 58 ...

Page 358: ...NCTION ERROR message and the tire pressure readings are not displayed If this happens you will first see a system warning message CHECK TPMS SYSTEM on the multi information display TPMS System Failure If there is a problem with the TPMS you will see the above message on the multi information display If you see this message the system is off and is not monitoring the tire pressures Have the system ...

Page 359: ...tor begins to flash then stays on again You will also see a CHECK TPMS SYSTEM message on the multi information display This is normal the system cannot monitor the spare tire pressure Manually check the spare tire pressure to be sure it is correct This indicator and the warning message on the multi information display will go off after several miles kilometers driving when the spare tire is replac...

Page 360: ...cy brake assist system increases the stopping force when you depress the brake pedal hard in an emergency situation The anti lock brake system ABS helps you retain steering control when braking very hard Resting your foot on the pedal keeps the brakes applied lightly builds up heat and reduces their effectiveness and reduces brake pad life In addition fuel economy can be reduced It also keeps your...

Page 361: ... and helps you retain steering control by pumping the brakes rapidly much faster than a person can do it The electronic brake distribution EBD system which is part of the ABS also balances the front to rear braking distribution according to vehicle loading You should never pump the brake pedal Let the ABS work for you by always keeping firm steady pressure on the brake pedal This is sometimes refe...

Page 362: ...r wheels to lock up and possibly lead to a loss of control The VSA indicator will come on along with the ABS indicator Important Safety Reminders ABS does not reduce the time or distance it takes to stop the vehicle It only helps with steering control during braking ABS will not prevent a skid that results from changing direction abruptly such as trying to take a corner too fast or making a sudden...

Page 363: ... a sufficient margin of safety VSA Activation Indicator When VSA activates you will see the VSA activation indicator blink Vehicle Stability Assist VSA System Indicator If this indicator comes on while driving pull to the side of the road when it is safe and turn off the engine Reset the system by restarting the engine If the VSA system indicator stays on or comes back on while driving have the VS...

Page 364: ... activation indicator comes on as a reminder With the VSA off the trailer stability assist function is also turned off see page 376 VSA is turned on every time you start the engine even if you turned it off the last time you drove the vehicle In certain unusual conditions when your vehicle gets stuck in shallow mud or fresh snow it may be easier to free it with the VSA temporarily switched off Whe...

Page 365: ...lectrically controlled dampers to enhance handling precision vehicle composure tire to road adhesion and rough road ride comfort isolation The system reacts to inputs from various electronic sensors to give exactly the right amount of suspension damping to provide optimal ride comfort and handling The system provides two selectable modes Sport mode The system prioritizes handling response vehicle ...

Page 366: ...in the button comes ON and the message COMFORT will appear on the multi information display for five seconds When sport mode is selected the green indicator in the button goes off and the message SPORT will appear on the multi information display for five seconds Active Damper System 362 08 06 06 16 58 07 09 ACURA MDX MMC North America Owner s M 50 31STX620 enu 2009 MDX Table Of Contents Main Menu...

Page 367: ...d primarily to carry passengers and their cargo You can also use it to tow a trailer if you carefully observe the load limits use the proper equipment and follow the guidelines in this section Break In Period Avoid towing a trailer during your vehicle s first 600 miles 1 000 km see page 322 Be sure to read the Off Highway Driving Guidelines section on page 378 if you plan to tow off paved surfaces...

Page 368: ... can seriously affect your vehicle s handling and performance It can also damage the engine and drivetrain Tongue Load The weight that the tongue of a fully loaded trailer puts on the hitch should be 5 to 10 percent of the total trailer weight for boat trailers and 8 to 15 percent of total trailer weight for all other trailers See page 366 for limits for your towing situation Too much tongue load ...

Page 369: ...book or contact your trailer dealer or rental agency for assistance To help ensure a safe drive to a scale or if you cannot get to a public scale we recommend that you estimate your total trailer weight and tongue load as described To Estimate the Total Trailer Weight Add the weight of your trailer as quoted by the manufacturer with everything in or on the trailer Then check the tables on page 366...

Page 370: ...Elite models If the difference is Estimated tongue load is 1 2 27 32 1 5 32 1 1 2 150 lbs 68 kg 250 lbs 114 kg 350 lbs 159 kg 450 lbs 205 kg If the difference is more than 1 ꀨ inch you have too much load on the tongue Redistribute the load or remove cargo as needed Towing a Trailer 366 08 06 06 16 58 07 09 ACURA MDX MMC North America Owner s M 50 31STX620 enu 2009 MDX Table Of Contents Main Menu ...

Page 371: ...the front of the vehicle to the back each occupant weighs 150 lbs 70 kg and each has 15 lbs 7 kg of cargo in the cargo area Any additional weight including cargo or accessories reduces the maximum trailer weight and maximum tongue load Never exceed the gross axle weight ratings see page 364 ꭧꭧ Recommended tongue load should be 5 15 of the total trailer weight for boat trailers and 8 15 of the tota...

Page 372: ...he rear gross axle weight Limit 3 175 lbs 1 440 kg 4 If you cannot weigh the rear axle directly you can calculate the rear gross axle weight by subtracting the weight in step 1 from the weight in step 2 Limit 3 064 lbs 1 390 kg 5 Check the gross combined weight Limit 10 053 lbs 4 560 kg Remember maximum gross combined weight should be decreased 2 for every 1 000 feet 305 meters of elevation Towing...

Page 373: ...res a variety of supplemental equipment To ensure the best quality we recommend that you purchase Acura equipment whenever possible Your dealer offers a trailer package that includes a hitch a ball mount and a wiring harness Discuss any additional needs with your trailer sales or rental agency and make sure all equipment is properly installed maintained and also meets state federal province and lo...

Page 374: ...hicle s hydraulic system No matter how successful it may seem any attempt to attach trailer brakes to your vehicle s hydraulic system will lower braking effectiveness and create a potential hazard See your trailer manufacturer for more information on installing electric brakes A 4 pin gray connector is available as an option at your dealer This connector has all of the circuits required to install...

Page 375: ...equire special exterior mirrors when towing a trailer Even if they don t you should install special mirrors if you cannot clearly see behind you or if the trailer creates a blind spot Spare Tires When towing a trailer we recommend that you carry a full size spare wheel and tire for your vehicle and trailer See page 419 for proper tire size page 425 for how to store a full size wheel and tire and p...

Page 376: ...harness and converter This harness has been designed for your vehicle If you use a non Acura trailer lighting harness and converter you can get the mating connector and pins that mate with the connector in your vehicle from your dealer Since lighting and wiring vary with trailer type and brand you should also have a qualified mechanic install a suitable connector between the vehicle and the traile...

Page 377: ...ler are working properly Your vehicle tires and spare are in good condition and properly inflated The trailer tires and spare are in good condition and inflated as recommended by the trailer maker Driving Safely With a Trailer The added weight length and height of a trailer will affect your vehicle s handling and performance so driving with a trailer requires some special driving skills and techni...

Page 378: ... and road condition Do not use fifth gear The recommended speed range for each gear position is shown in the table Gear position Speed range 1 0 19 mph 0 30 km h 2 19 31 mph 30 50 km h 3 31 41 mph 50 65 km h 4 over 41 mph over 65 km h If the automatic transmission fluid temperature increases and exceeds the specified limit the A T temperature indicator comes on see page 68 You will also see a A T ...

Page 379: ...keep a constant speed and steer straight ahead Do not try to make quick steering or braking corrections Backing Up Always drive slowly and have someone guide you when backing up Grip the bottom of the steering wheel then turn the wheel to the left to get the trailer to move to the left Turn the wheel to the right to move the trailer to the right Parking Follow all normal precautions when parking i...

Page 380: ...m even if you do not keep the pressure on the brake pedal When the brakes are applied the trailer s brake lights come on along with the vehicle brake lights When the trailer stability assist activates you will see the VSA activation indicator blink There may also be some noise from the VSA hydraulic system Trailer stability assist cannot prevent a loss of control Always reduce the vehicle speed an...

Page 381: ... The VSA system and VSA activation indicators also come on see page 359 The ABS indicator and the brake system indicator may also come on along with the VSA system indicator If you see these warning indicators have your vehicle checked at your dealer as soon as possible If you turn off the VSA the trailer stability assist function also shuts off Press and hold the VSA off switch until you hear a b...

Page 382: ...vement Improperly operating this vehicle on or off pavement can cause an accident or rollover in which you and your passengers could be seriously injured or killed Follow all instructions and guidelines in this owner s manual Keep your speed low and don t drive faster than conditions permit Important Safety Precautions To avoid loss of control or rollover be sure to follow all precautions and reco...

Page 383: ... more time and distance to brake to a stop on unpaved surfaces Avoid hard braking Do not pump the brakes let the anti lock braking system pump them for you Avoiding Obstacles Debris in the road can damage your suspension or other components Because your vehicle has a high center of gravity driving over a large obstacle or allowing a wheel to drop into a deep hole can cause your vehicle to tip or r...

Page 384: ...eds It will not help you get out and may cause damage to the transmission or SH AWD system If you are still unable to free yourself your vehicle is equipped with front and rear tow hooks designed for this purpose Use a nylon strap to attach the MDX to the recovery vehicle and carefully take out the slack in the strap Once the strap is tight the recovery vehicle should apply force Remember that the...

Page 385: ... the service manual See page 469 for information on how to obtain a copy or see your dealer Maintenance Safety 382 Maintenance Minder 383 Fluid Locations 391 Engine Compartment Cover 392 Adding Engine Oil 393 Changing the Engine Oil and Filter 394 Engine Coolant 396 Windshield Washers 398 Automatic Transmission Fluid 399 Brake Fluid 401 Power Steering Fluid 402 Timing Belt 402 Lights 403 Dust and ...

Page 386: ...hich you can be seriously hurt or killed Always follow the inspection and maintenance recommendations and schedules in this owner s manual Potential Vehicle Hazards Carbon Monoxide poison from engine exhaust Be sure there is adequate ventilation whenever you operate the engine Burns from hot parts Let the engine and exhaust system cool down before touching any parts Injury from moving parts Do not...

Page 387: ...as a percentage turn the ignition switch to the ON II position Make sure the display shows blank SH AWD and tire pressure and then press the SEL RESET button on the steering wheel repeatedly until the engine oil life appears see page 73 The remaining engine oil life is displayed according to the table shown below Calculated Engine Oil Life Displayed Engine Oil Life 100 91 100 90 81 90 80 71 80 70 ...

Page 388: ...age with the same maintenance items SERVICE DUE SOON was displayed with When you see this message have the indicated maintenance performed as soon as possible Press the SEL RESET button on the steering wheel repeatedly to select the engine oil life The message SERVICE along with 5 and the maintenance item code are displayed on the lower part of the multi information display when the calculated eng...

Page 389: ...ately have the service performed and make sure to reset the oil life minder as previously described The message will be canceled if the or button on the steering wheel is pressed Press the or button to see the message again Press the SEL RESET button on the steering wheel repeatedly to select the engine oil life The message SERVICE along with 0 and the maintenance item code are displayed on the lo...

Page 390: ...t the display as previously described The message will be canceled if the or button on the steering wheel is pressed Press the or button to see the message again When you press the SEL RESET button to select the engine oil life the message SERVICE along with the maintenance item code and the total negative mileage after the oil life became 0 will be displayed on the lower part of the multi informa...

Page 391: ...press the SEL RESET button on the steering wheel repeatedly the multi information display shows blank SH AWD and tire pressure 3 Press and hold the SEL RESET button on the steering wheel for more than 10 seconds The remaining engine oil life reset mode will be shown on the multi information display 4 Select RESET by pressing the INFO button then press the SEL RESET button to reset the engine oil l...

Page 392: ...arranties in effect Maintenance may be done by any qualified service facility or person who is skilled in this type of automotive service Keep all receipts as proof of completion and have the person who does the work fill out your Maintenance Journal or Canadian Maintenance Log Check your warranty booklet for more information We recommend using Acura parts and fluids whenever you have maintenance ...

Page 393: ...d intervals If you are unsure of how to perform any check turn to the appropriate page listed Engine oil level Check every time you fill the fuel tank See page 326 Engine coolant level Check the radiator reserve tank every time you fill the fuel tank See page 326 Automatic transmission Check the fluid level monthly See page 399 Brakes Check the fluid level monthly See page 401 Tires Check the tire...

Page 394: ... miles 24 000 km Replace dust and pollen filter If you dirve primarily in urban areas that have high concentrations of soot in the air from industry and from diesel powered vehicles replace every 15 000 miles 24 000 km Inspect drive belt 3 Replace transmission and transfer fluid 4 Replace spark plugs Replace timing belt and inspect water pump If you drive regularly in very high temperatures over 1...

Page 395: ... OIL DIPSTICK Orange loop RADIATOR CAP AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID DIPSTICK Yellow loop ENGINE OIL FILL CAP BRAKE FLUID Black cap CONTINUED Fluid Locations 391 Maintenance 08 06 06 16 58 07 09 ACURA MDX MMC North America Owner s M 50 31STX620 enu 2009 MDX Table Of Contents Main Menu ...

Page 396: ...some simple maintenance work Cover is secured by holding clips To remove the front bulkhead cover remove the holding clips with a flat tip screwdriver FRONT BULKHEAD COVER HOLDING CLIP Engine Compartment Cover 392 08 06 06 16 58 07 09 ACURA MDX MMC North America Owner s M 50 31STX620 enu 2009 MDX Table Of Contents Main Menu ...

Page 397: ...ium grade 5W 20 detergent oil displaying the API Certification Seal This seal indicates the oil is energy conserving and that it meets the American Petroleum Institute s latest requirements It is highly recommended that you use Acura motor oil in your vehicle Make sure the API Certification Seal says For Gasoline Engines The oil viscosity or weight is provided on the container s label 5W 20 oil is...

Page 398: ...llect contaminants that can damage your engine if they are not removed regularly Changing the oil and filter requires special tools and access from underneath the vehicle The vehicle should be raised on a service station type hydraulic lift for this service Unless you have the knowledge and proper equipment you should have this maintenance done by a skilled mechanic 1 Run the engine until it reach...

Page 399: ... 3 L 7 Reinstall the engine oil fill cap Start the engine The oil pressure indicator should go out within 5 seconds If it does not turn off the engine and check your work 8 Let the engine run for several minutes then check the drain bolt and oil filter for leaks 9 Turn off the engine and let it sit for several minutes then check the oil level on the dipstick If necessary add more oil Improper disp...

Page 400: ... a high quality coolant recommended for aluminum engines Continued use of any non Honda coolant can result in corrosion causing the cooling system to malfunction or fail Have the cooling system flushed and refilled with Honda antifreeze coolant as soon as possible If the reserve tank is completely empty you should also check the coolant level in the radiator Removing the radiator cap while the eng...

Page 401: ...coolant level should be up to the base of the filler neck Add coolant if it is low Pour the coolant slowly and carefully so you do not spill any Clean up any spill immediately it could damage components in the engine compartment 5 Put the radiator cap back on and tighten it fully RADIATOR CAP COVER RADIATOR CAP CONTINUED Engine Coolant 397 Maintenance 08 06 06 16 58 07 09 ACURA MDX MMC North Ameri...

Page 402: ...d quality windshield washer fluid This increases the cleaning capability and prevents freezing in cold weather When you refill the reservoir clean the edges of the windshield wiper blades with windshield washer fluid on a clean cloth This will help to condition the blade edges Do not use engine antifreeze or a vinegar water solution in the windshield washer reservoir Antifreeze can damage your veh...

Page 403: ...ts wait about 60 seconds but no longer than 90 seconds before doing step 2 2 Remove the dipstick yellow loop from the transmission and wipe it with a clean cloth 3 Insert the dipstick all the way into the transmission securely as shown in the illustration 4 Remove the dipstick and check the fluid level It should be between the upper and lower marks DIPSTICK DIPSTICK UPPER MARK LOWER MARK CONTINUED...

Page 404: ...he way The transmission should be drained and refilled with new fluid when this service is shown on a maintenance message in the multi information display If you are not sure how to add fluid contact your dealer Use only Acura ATF Z1 Automatic Transmission Fluid Do not mix with other transmission fluids Using transmission fluid other than Acura ATF Z1 may cause deterioration in transmission operat...

Page 405: ...e life of the system Have the brake system flushed and refilled with Honda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3 as soon as possible Brake fluid marked DOT 5 is not compatible with your vehicle s braking system and can cause extensive damage The fluid level should be between the MIN and MAX marks on the side of the reservoir If the level is at or below the MIN mark your brake system needs attention Have th...

Page 406: ...leak in the system Check the fluid level frequently and have the system inspected as soon as possible If you are not sure how to add fluid contact your dealer Turning the steering wheel to full left or right lock and holding it there can damage the power steering pump Timing Belt The timing belt should be replaced at the intervals shown in the maintenance minder schedule Replace the timing belt ev...

Page 407: ...to have it replaced Replacing a High Beam Headlight Bulb Your vehicle has halogen headlight bulbs When replacing a bulb handle it by its base and protect the glass from contact with your skin or hard objects If you touch the glass clean it with denatured alcohol and a clean cloth Halogen headlight bulbs get very hot when lit Oil perspiration or a scratch on the glass can cause the bulb to overheat...

Page 408: ...ge 392 3 Remove the socket by turning it one quarter turn counterclockwise 4 Pull the bulb straight out of its socket 5 Push the new bulb straight into the socket until it bottoms 6 Insert the socket back into the headlight assembly Turn it clockwise to lock it in place 7 Turn on the lights to make sure the new bulb is working FRONT TURN SIGNAL LIGHT BULB SOCKET BULB PARKING LIGHT SOCKET Lights 40...

Page 409: ...clean cloth Halogen bulbs get very hot when lit Oil perspiration or a scratch on the glass can cause the bulb to overheat and shatter 1 Remove the bolt and use the flat tip screwdriver to remove the holding clips located under the front bumper 2 Push down the inner fender SIDE MARKER LIGHT BULB SOCKET BOLT HOLDING CLIPS CONTINUED Lights 405 Maintenance 08 06 06 16 58 07 09 ACURA MDX MMC North Amer...

Page 410: ...1 Open the tailgate Use a flat tip screwdriver protected with a cloth to pry open the two covers 2 Remove the two bolts and remove the rear light assembly from the rear pillar 3 Determine which of the two bulbs is burned out turn signal hazard lights or side marker light CONNECTOR INNER FENDER COVER BOLT BOLT Lights 406 08 06 06 16 58 07 09 ACURA MDX MMC North America Owner s M 50 31STX620 enu 200...

Page 411: ...se to lock it in place 9 Install the rear light assembly in the rear pillar Tighten the two bolts Snap the bolt covers into position Replacing a Back up Light Bulb 1 Open the tailgate Place a cloth on the edge of the light assembly cover Remove the cover by carefully prying in the notch on its middle edge with a flat tip screwdriver BULB SOCKET COVER CONTINUED Lights 407 Maintenance 08 06 06 16 58...

Page 412: ... turn it clockwise to lock it in place 7 Place the cover back into the light assembly Push it up until it locks in place Side Turn Signal Light Each outside mirror has side turn signal lights The lights should be replaced by your dealer Rear License Plate Bulb The license plate has two lights above it The bulbs should be replaced by your dealer BULB SOCKET Lights 408 08 06 06 16 58 07 09 ACURA MDX...

Page 413: ...ontrol system becomes less than usual Cleaning the Seat Belts If your seat belts get dirty use a soft brush with a mixture of mild soap and warm water to clean them Do not use bleach dye or cleaning solvents Let the belts air dry before you use the vehicle Dirt build up around the openings of the seat belt anchors can cause the belts to retract slowly Wipe the openings with a clean cloth dampened ...

Page 414: ...ors ineffective If you remove a floor mat make sure to re anchor it when you put it back in your vehicle If you use a non Acura floor mat make sure it fits properly and that it can be used with the floor mat anchors Do not put additional floor mats on top of the anchored mats Front Rear Floor Mats 410 08 06 06 16 58 07 09 ACURA MDX MMC North America Owner s M 50 31STX620 enu 2009 MDX Table Of Cont...

Page 415: ...ide Do not open the hood when the wiper arms are raised or you will damage the hood and the wiper arms 2 Disconnect the blade assembly from the wiper arm Press and hold the lock tab Slide the blade assembly toward the lock tab until it releases from the wiper arm When replacing a wiper blade make sure not to drop the wiper blade or wiper arm down on the windshield WIPER ARMS LOCK TAB CONTINUED Wip...

Page 416: ...per blade and install them in the slots along the edge of the new blade 5 Slide the new wiper blade into the holder until the tabs lock 6 Slide the wiper blade assembly onto the wiper arm Make sure it locks in place 7 Lower the wiper arm against the window Windshield Lower the passenger s side first then the driver s side BLADE BLADE REINFORCEMENT Wiper Blades 412 08 06 06 16 58 07 09 ACURA MDX MM...

Page 417: ...no plastic or metal reinforcement along the back edge remove the metal reinforcement strips from the old wiper blade and install them in the slots along the edge of the new blade WIPER ARM BLADE REINFORCEMENT CONTINUED Wiper Blades 413 Maintenance 08 06 06 16 58 07 09 ACURA MDX MMC North America Owner s M 50 31STX620 enu 2009 MDX Table Of Contents Main Menu ...

Page 418: ...to the wiper arm Make sure it is engaged in the slot along its full length 5 Lower the wiper arm Wiper Blades 414 08 06 06 16 58 07 09 ACURA MDX MMC North America Owner s M 50 31STX620 enu 2009 MDX Table Of Contents Main Menu ...

Page 419: ...ct handling and fuel economy and are more likely to fail from being overheated Overinflated tires can make your vehicle ride more harshly are more prone to damage from road hazards and wear unevenly The tire pressure monitoring system TPMS warns you when a tire pressure is low See page 351 for more information Even though your vehicle is equipped with TPMS we recommend that you visually check your...

Page 420: ...arts losing pressure You should get your own tire pressure gauge and use it whenever you check your tire pressures This will make it easier for you to tell if a pressure loss is due to a tire problem and not due to a variation between gauges Recommended Tire Pressures The following chart shows the recommended cold tire pressures for most normal and high speed driving conditions Tire Size Cold Tire...

Page 421: ...e life of your tires is dependent on many factors including but not limited to driving habits road conditions vehicle loading inflation pressure maintenance history speed and environmental conditions even when the tires are not in use In addition to your regular inspections and inflation pressure maintenance it is recommended that you have annual inspections performed once the tires reach five yea...

Page 422: ... shown in the illustration each time they are rotated If you purchase directional tires rotate only front to back Replacing Tires and Wheels Replace your tires with radial tires of the same size load range speed rating and maximum cold tire pressure rating as shown on the tire s sidewall Mixing radial and bias ply tires on your vehicle can reduce braking ability traction and steering accuracy Usin...

Page 423: ...fications Wheel 18 x 8 J Tires P255 55R18 104H See page 454 for information about DOT Tire Quality Grading and page 456 for tire size and labeling information Winter Driving Tires marked M S or All Season on the sidewall have an all weather tread design suitable for most winter driving conditions For the best performance in snowy or icy conditions you should install snow tires or tire chains They ...

Page 424: ...e brake lines and cause a crash in which you can be seriously injured or killed Follow all instructions in this owner s manual regarding the selection and use of tire chains Traction devices that are the wrong size or improperly installed can damage your vehicle s brake lines suspension body and wheels Stop driving if they are hitting any part of the vehicle Wheels Clean the wheels as you would th...

Page 425: ...s Wash your hands after handling If you need to connect the battery to a charger disconnect both cables to prevent damaging your vehicle s electrical system Always disconnect the negative cable first and reconnect it last The battery gives off explosive hydrogen gas during normal operation A spark or flame can cause the battery to explode with enough force to kill or seriously hurt you Wear protec...

Page 426: ...w open slightly if the vehicle is being stored indoors Disconnect the battery Support the front and rear wiper blade arms with a folded towel or rag so they do not touch the windshield To minimize sticking apply a silicone spray lubricant to all door and tailgate seals Also apply a vehicle body wax to the painted surfaces that mate with the door and tailgate seals Cover the vehicle with a breathab...

Page 427: ...ehicle towed Compact Spare Tire 424 Changing a Flat Tire 425 If the Engine Won t Start 431 Jump Starting 432 If the Engine Overheats 434 Low Oil Pressure Indicator 436 Charging System Indicator 436 Malfunction Indicator Lamp 437 Brake System Indicator 438 Fuses 439 Fuse Locations 443 Opening the Fuel Fill Door Manually 446 Emergency Towing 446 If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck 447 Taking Care of the Unex...

Page 428: ...same make and model After the flat tire is replaced with the spare tire the low tire pressure TPMS indicator stays on After several miles kilometers driving with the spare this indicator begins to flash then stays on again You will also see a CHECK TPMS SYSTEM message on the multi information display see page 354 Replace the tire when you can see the tread wear indicator bars The replacement shoul...

Page 429: ...hicle on firm level and non slippery ground Put the transmission in Park Apply the parking brake 2 Turn on the hazard warning lights and turn the ignition switch to the LOCK 0 position Have all passengers get out of the vehicle while you change the tire 3 Open the tailgate 4 Push the rear edge of the handle to raise the handle loop and pull up the loop to raise the cargo area floor CARGO AREA FLOO...

Page 430: ... s end bracket counterclockwise to loosen it then remove the jack 7 The spare tire is stored underneath the rear cargo area Remove the plastic cover on the cargo area lining to access the shaft for the spare tire hoist KNOB COVER PLASTIC COVER Changing a Flat Tire 426 08 06 06 16 58 07 09 ACURA MDX MMC North America Owner s M 50 31STX620 enu 2009 MDX Table Of Contents Main Menu ...

Page 431: ... spare tire to the ground 9 Keep turning the wheel nut wrench to create slack in the cable 10 Remove the bracket from the spare tire 11 Loosen each wheel nut 1 2 turn with the wheel nut wrench WHEEL NUT WRENCH BRACKET WHEEL NUT WRENCH CONTINUED Changing a Flat Tire 427 Taking Care of the Unexpected 08 06 06 16 58 07 09 ACURA MDX MMC North America Owner s M 50 31STX620 enu 2009 MDX Table Of Content...

Page 432: ... as shown to raise the vehicle until the flat tire is off the ground 14 Remove the wheel nuts then remove the flat tire 15 Before mounting the spare tire wipe any dirt off the mounting surface of the wheel and hub with a clean cloth Wipe the hub carefully it may be hot from driving JACKING POINT EXTENSION WHEEL NUT WRENCH BRAKE HUB Changing a Flat Tire 428 08 06 06 16 58 07 09 ACURA MDX MMC North ...

Page 433: ...ecurely in the same crisscross pattern Have the wheel nut torque checked at the nearest automotive service facility Tighten the wheel nuts to 94 lbf ft 127 N m 13 kgf m 19 Remove the center cap from the flat tire 20 Place the flat tire face up under the hoist 21 Insert the hoist bracket into the center hole of the flat tire CONTINUED Changing a Flat Tire 429 Taking Care of the Unexpected 08 06 06 ...

Page 434: ... If the hoist is left down it will be damaged during driving and need to be replaced 24 Store the jack in its holder Turn the jack s end bracket to lock it in place Store the tools and install the cover 25 Refer to Changing a Tire with TPMS see page 355 Loose items can fly around the interior in a crash and could seriously injure the occupants Store the wheel jack and tools securely before driving...

Page 435: ...Starting on page 432 Turn the ignition switch to the START III position If the headlights do not dim check the condition of the fuses If the fuses are OK there is probably something wrong with the electrical circuit for the ignition switch or starter motor You will need a qualified technician to determine the problem See Emergency Towing on page 446 If the headlights dim noticeably or go out when ...

Page 436: ...rks open flames and smoking materials away from the battery You cannot start your vehicle by pushing or pulling it To Jump Start Your Vehicle 1 Open the hood and check the physical condition of the battery In very cold weather check the condition of the electrolyte If it seems slushy or frozen do not try jump starting until it thaws If a battery sits in extreme cold the electrolyte inside can free...

Page 437: ...tart that vehicle and run it at a fast idle 6 Start your vehicle If the starter motor still operates slowly check that the jumper cables have good metal to metal contact 7 Once the vehicle is running disconnect the negative cable from your vehicle then from the booster battery Disconnect the positive cable from your vehicle and then from the booster battery Keep the ends of the jumper cables away ...

Page 438: ...open the hood if steam is coming out 1 Safely pull to the side of the road Put the transmission in Park and set the parking brake Turn off all accessories and turn on the hazard warning indicators 2 If you see steam and or spray coming from under the hood turn off the engine Wait until you see no more signs of steam or spray then open the hood 3 If you do not see steam or spray leave the engine ru...

Page 439: ...tor cap 8 Using gloves or a large heavy cloth turn the radiator cap counterclockwise without pushing down to the first stop After the pressure releases push down on the cap and turn it until it comes off 9 Start the engine and set the climate control to AUTO at Hi Add coolant to the radiator up to the base of the filler neck If you do not have the proper coolant mixture available you can add plain...

Page 440: ...cessary add oil to bring the level back to the full mark on the dipstick see page 393 4 Start the engine and watch the oil pressure indicator If it does not go out within 10 seconds turn off the engine There is a mechanical problem that needs to be repaired before you can continue driving see Emergency Towing on page 446 Charging System Indicator If the charging system indicator comes on brightly ...

Page 441: ...lso see a CHECK EMISSION SYSTEM message on the multi information display see page 81 Readiness Code Your vehicle has certain readiness codes that are part of the on board diagnostics for the emissions systems In some states part of the emissions testing is to make sure these codes are set If they are not set the test cannot be completed If the battery in your vehicle has been disconnected or gone ...

Page 442: ...roblem in one part of the system s dual circuit design will still give you braking at two wheels You will feel the brake pedal go down much farther before the vehicle begins to slow down and you will have to press harder on the pedal You will also see a CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM message on the multi information display see page 81 Slow down by shifting to a lower gear and pull to the side of the road whe...

Page 443: ... The rear fuse box is located at the left side of cargo area The primary under hood fuse box is located next to the battery The secondary fuse box is on the passenger s side To open it push the tabs as shown INTERIOR LID REAR LID UNDER HOOD PRIMARY TAB UNDER HOOD SECONDARY TAB CONTINUED Fuses 439 Taking Care of the Unexpected 08 06 06 16 58 07 09 ACURA MDX MMC North America Owner s M 50 31STX620 e...

Page 444: ... a blown fuse is the cause Replace any blown fuses and check if the device works 1 Turn the ignition switch to the LOCK 0 position Make sure the headlights and all other accessories are off 2 Remove the cover from the fuse box 3 Check each of the large fuses in the under hood fuse boxes by looking through the top at the wire inside Removing these fuses requires a Phillips head screwdriver FUSE BLO...

Page 445: ...roblem and you do not have a spare fuse take a fuse of the same rating or a lower rating from one of the other circuits Make sure you can do without that circuit temporarily such as the accessory power socket or radio If you replace the blown fuse with a spare fuse that has a lower rating it might blow out again This does not indicate anything wrong Replace the fuse with one of the correct rating ...

Page 446: ... there is probably a serious electrical problem with your vehicle Leave the blown fuse in that circuit and have your vehicle checked by a qualified technician If the radio fuse is removed the audio system will disable itself The next time you turn on the radio you will see ENTER CODE in the frequency display Use the preset buttons to enter the digit code see page 235 Fuses 442 08 06 06 16 58 07 09...

Page 447: ...rꭧ 3 4 50 A Ignition Switch Main ꭧ Canadian model No Amps Circuits Protected 3 5 50 A Power Window 3 6 60 A SH AWD Power Tailgate Open Closer Rear ACC Socket Cargo Area Light Rear Defroster 3 7 30 A ECU PCM 3 8 Not Used 4 40 A Audio Door Lock Interior Lights 5 Not Used 6 Not Used 7 30 A Active Damper Control Unit 8 30 A Audio Amplifier 9 7 5 A Rear Entertainment System 10 15 A Hazard 11 15 A Horn ...

Page 448: ... A Fog lights 14 30 A Headlight Washerꭧ 15 30 A Condenser Fan 16 30 A Cooling Fan 17 7 5 A MG Clutch 18 15 A Left Headlight Low 19 15 A Right Headlight Low 22 7 5 A Small Lights Interior ꭧ Canadian model REAR FUSE BOX No Amps Circuits Protected 1 Not Used 2 Not Used 3 Not Used 4 Not Used 5 10 A Rear ACC Socket 6 20 A Power Tailgateꭧ 7 Not Used 8 7 5 A Cargo Area Light 9 30 A SH AWD 10 30 A Rear De...

Page 449: ... Power Slide 18 10 A Alternator 19 20 A Fuel Pump 20 7 5 A SH AWD Active Damper Control Unit 21 7 5 A Gauges No Amps Circuits Protected 22 10 A SRS 23 Not Used 24 20 A Left Rear Power Window 25 20 A Right Rear Power Window 26 30 A Passenger s Power Window 27 30 A Driver s Power Window 28 20 A Tilt Steering Wheel 29 10 A ABS VSA 30 10 A A C 31 15 A Headlight Auto Leveling Rear Wiper Windshield Rear...

Page 450: ...nly way you can safely tow your vehicle is with flat bed equipment The operator will load your vehicle on the back of a truck Any other method of towing will damage the drive system When you contact the towing agency inform them a flat bed is required Towing with only two tires on the ground will damage parts of the all wheel drive system Your vehicle should be transported on a flat bed truck or t...

Page 451: ...ors in the front and rear bumpers 1 Remove the cover put cloth on the edge of the cover and carefully pry with a small flat tip screwdriver or a metal fingernail file The cover is attached to the bumper with a tether Front COVER Rear COVER CONTINUED If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck 447 Taking Care of the Unexpected 08 06 06 16 58 07 09 ACURA MDX MMC North America Owner s M 50 31STX620 enu 2009 MDX Table...

Page 452: ...vehicle use the towing hook for straight flat ground towing only Do not tow at an angle The tow hook should not be used to tow the vehicle onto a flat bed Do not use it as a tie down WHEEL NUT WRENCH Front TOWING HOOK WHEEL NUT WRENCH TOWING HOOK Rear If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck 448 08 06 06 16 58 07 09 ACURA MDX MMC North America Owner s M 50 31STX620 enu 2009 MDX Table Of Contents Main Menu ...

Page 453: ...ns control systems Identification Numbers 450 Specifications 452 DOT Tire Quality Grading U S Vehicles 454 Tire Labeling 456 Tire Pressure Monitoring System TPMS Required Federal Explanation 458 Emissions Controls 460 Three Way Catalytic Converter 462 Emissions Testing 463 Technical Information 449 Technical Inf ormation 08 06 06 16 58 07 09 ACURA MDX MMC North America Owner s M 50 31STX620 enu 20...

Page 454: ...s on a plate fastened to the top of the dashboard You can see it by looking through the windshield on the driver s side It is also on the certification label attached to the driver s doorjamb and is stamped on the engine compartment bulkhead The VIN is also provided in bar code on the certification label VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER CERTIFICATION LABEL Identification Numbers 450 08 06 06 16 58 07...

Page 455: ... The transmission number is on a label on top of the transmission ENGINE NUMBER AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION NUMBER Identification Numbers 451 Technical Inf ormation 08 06 06 16 58 07 09 ACURA MDX MMC North America Owner s M 50 31STX620 enu 2009 MDX Table Of Contents Main Menu ...

Page 456: ...rox 21 00 US gal 79 5 L Engine coolant Changeꭧ1 1 93 US gal 7 3 L Total 2 43 US gal 9 2 L Engine oil Changeꭧ2 4 5 US qt 4 3 L Including filter Without filter 4 2 US qt 4 0 L Total 5 3 US qt 5 0 L Automatic transmission fluid Change 3 0 US qt 2 8 L Total 8 3 US qt 7 9 L Rear differential fluid Change 2 6 US qt 2 5 L Total 2 9 US qt 2 7 L Transfer assembly fluid Change 0 4 US qt 0 4 L Total 0 4 US q...

Page 457: ...AH 5 HR 12 V 76AH 20 HR Fuses Interior See page 445 or the fuse label attached to the inside of the fuse box lid Rear See page 444 or the fuse label attached to the inside of the fuse box lid Under hood See page 443 and 444 or the fuse box cover Engine Type Water cooled 4 stroke SOHC VTEC V6 gasoline engine Bore x Stroke 3 54 x 3 78 in 90 0 x 96 0 mm Displacement 223 5 cu in 3 664 cm3 Compression ...

Page 458: ...d one half 1 1 2 times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100 The relative performance of tires depends upon the actual conditions of their use however and may depart significantly from the norm due to variations in driving habits service practices and differences in road characteristics and climate Traction The traction grades from highest to lowest are AA A B and C Those grades re...

Page 459: ...nce which all passenger car tires must meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No 109 Grades B and A represent higher levels of performance on the laboratory test wheel than the minimum required by law Warning The temperature grade for this tire is established for a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded Excessive speed underinflation or excessive loading either separately ...

Page 460: ...d index a numerical code associated with the maximum load the tire can carry H Speed symbol an alphabetical code indicating the maximum speed rating Tire Identification Number TIN The tire identification number TIN is a group of numbers and letters that look like the following example TIN is located on the sidewall of the tire DOT B97R FW6X 2202 DOT This indicates that the tire meets all requireme...

Page 461: ...e can hold Maximum Tire Load Max Load The maximum load the tire can carry at maximum air pressure 2202 Year Week Date of manufacture Tire Labeling 457 Technical Inf ormation 08 06 06 16 58 07 09 ACURA MDX MMC North America Owner s M 50 31STX620 enu 2009 MDX Table Of Contents Main Menu ...

Page 462: ...ccordingly when the low tire pressure telltale illuminates you should stop and check your tires as soon as possible and inflate them to the proper pressure Driving on a significantly under inflated tire causes the tire to overheat and can lead to tire failure Under inflation also reduces fuel efficiency and tire tread life and may affect the vehicle s handling and stopping ability Please note that...

Page 463: ...he system may not be able to detect or signal low tire pressure as intended TPMS malfunctions may occur for a variety of reasons including the installation of replacement or alternate tires or wheels on the vehicle that prevent the TPMS from functioning properly Always check the TPMS malfunction telltale after replacing one or more tires or wheels on your vehicle to ensure that the replacement or ...

Page 464: ...tenance is on page 390 ꭧ In Canada Acura vehicles comply with the Canadian emission requirements as specified in an agreement with Environment Canada at the time they are manufactured Crankcase Emissions Control System Your vehicle has a positive crankcase ventilation system This keeps gasses that build up in the engine s crankcase from going into the atmosphere The positive crankcase ventilation ...

Page 465: ... System This system constantly adjusts the ignition timing reducing the amount of HC CO and NOx produced Exhaust Gas Recirculation EGR System The exhaust gas recirculation EGR system takes some of the exhaust gas and routes it back into the intake manifold Adding exhaust gas to the air fuel mixture reduces the amount of NOx produced when the fuel is burned Three Way Catalytic Converter The three w...

Page 466: ...ss dry leaves or other flammables A defective three way catalytic converter contributes to air pollution and can impair your engine s performance Follow these guidelines to protect your vehicle s three way catalytic converter Always use unleaded gasoline Even a small amount of leaded gasoline can contaminate the catalyst metals making the three way catalytic converter ineffective Keep the engine w...

Page 467: ...xt two or three days you can condition the vehicle for retesting by doing the following 1 Make sure the gas tank is nearly but not completely full around 3 4 2 Make sure the vehicle has been parked with the engine off for 6 hours or more 3 Make sure the ambient temperature is between 40 and 95 F 4 and 35 C 4 Without touching the accelerator pedal start the engine and let it idle for 20 seconds 5 K...

Page 468: ...conditions drive for at least 30 seconds then repeat it two more times for a total of 90 seconds 8 Then drive in city suburban traffic for at least 10 minutes When traffic conditions allow let the vehicle coast for several seconds without using the accelerator pedal or the brake pedal 9 Make sure the vehicle has been parked with the engine off for 30 minutes If the testing facility determines the ...

Page 469: ...ty Coverages 467 Reporting Safety Defects U S Vehicles 468 Authorized Manuals 469 Warranty and Client Relations 465 Warranty and Client Relations 08 06 06 16 58 07 09 ACURA MDX MMC North America Owner s M 50 31STX620 enu 2009 MDX Main Menu ...

Page 470: ...382 2238 Canadian Owners Acura Client Services Honda Canada Inc 715 Milner Avenue Toronto ON M1B 2K8 Tel 1 888 9 ACURA 9 Fax Toll free 1 877 939 0909 Toronto 416 287 4776 In Puerto Rico and the U S Virgin Islands Vortex Motor Corp Bella International P O Box 190816 San Juan PR 00919 0816 Tel 787 620 7546 When you call or write please give us this information Vehicle Identification Number see page ...

Page 471: ...imited Warranty Acura accessories are covered under this warranty Time and mileage limits depend on the type of accessory and other factors Please read your warranty manual for details Replacement Parts Limited Warranty covers all Acura replacement parts against defects in materials and workmanship Replacement Battery Limited Warranty provides prorated coverage for a replacement battery purchased ...

Page 472: ...call and remedy campaign However NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you your dealer or American Honda Motor Co Inc To contact NHTSA you may call the Vehicle Safety Hotline toll free at 1 888 327 4236 TTY 1 800 424 9153 go to http www safercar gov or write to Administrator NHTSA 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE Washington DC 20590 You can also obtain other information about motor ...

Page 473: ...ra MDX Navigation System Owner s Manual 31STXM20 2009 Acura MDX Maintenance Journal 31STXQ20 2009 Acura MDX Quick Start Guide ACU R Order Form for Previous Years Indicate Year and Model Desired Service Manual Covers maintenance and recommended procedures for repair to engine and chassis components It is written for the journeyman mechanic but it is simple enough for most mechanically inclined owne...

Page 474: ...470 08 06 06 16 58 07 09 ACURA MDX MMC North America Owner s M 50 31STX620 enu 2009 MDX Main Menu Table Of Contents ...

Page 475: ...utomatic Lighting 118 Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners 22 Automatic Speed Control 270 Automatic Transmission 341 Capacity Fluid 452 Checking Fluid Level 399 Shifting 341 Shift Lever Position Indicators 341 Shift Lever Positions 342 Shift Lock Release 346 Auxiliary Input Jack 232 B Battery Charging System Indicator 65 436 Jump Starting 432 Maintenance 421 Specifications 453 Before Driving 321 Belts S...

Page 476: ...1 Infants 42 Large Children 54 LATCH 47 Risks with Airbags 38 Small Children 43 Tethers 51 Where Should a Child Sit 38 Child Seats 37 45 LATCH Anchorage Points 47 Tether Anchorage Points 51 Cleaning the Seat Belts 409 Client Services 466 Climate Control System 170 Clock 236 Code Audio System 235 CO in the Exhaust 58 460 Cold Weather Starting in 339 Compact Spare Tire 424 Console Compartment 164 Co...

Page 477: ... 454 Driver and Passenger Safety 5 Driving 337 Economy 327 Driving Guidelines 338 Driving Position Memory System 157 Dust and Pollen Filter 409 DVD Player 239 DVD Player Error Messages 265 E Economy Fuel 327 Emergencies on the Road 423 Battery Jump Starting 432 Brake System Indicator 438 Changing a Flat Tire 425 Charging System Indicator 436 Checking the Fuses 440 Driving with a Flat Tire 424 Haza...

Page 478: ...s Hazard Warning 122 Flat Tire Changing a 425 Floor Mats 410 Fluids Automatic Transmission 399 Brake 401 Power Steering 402 Windshield Washer 398 FM Stereo Radio Reception 205 Fog Lights 120 Folding the Second Seat 144 Folding the Third Seat 145 Four way Flashers 122 Front Airbags 9 27 Front Seat 140 Adjusting 140 Airbags 9 27 Heaters 148 Fuel 322 Fill Door and Cap 323 Gauge 72 Low Fuel Indicator ...

Page 479: ...8 Daytime Running Lights 120 High Beam Indicator 70 High Beams Turning on 118 Lights On Indicator 70 Low Beams Turning on 118 Reminder Chime 118 Replacing Halogen Bulbs 403 Turning on 118 Washers 117 Headphones 266 Head Restraints 141 Heated Mirror 156 Heaters Seats 148 Heating and Cooling 170 High Low Beam Switch 118 HomeLink Universal Transceiver 276 Hood Opening and Closing the 325 Horn 115 I I...

Page 480: ...Lights 160 Infant Restraint 42 Infant Seats 42 Tether Anchorage Point 51 Inflation Proper Tire 415 Inside Mirror 154 Inspection Tire 417 Installing a Child Seat 46 Instrument Panel 63 Instrument Panel Brightness 123 Instruments and Controls 61 Interface Dial 200 Interior Lights 159 Introduction i J Jacking up the Vehicle 425 Jack Tire 425 Jump Starting 432 K Keyless Memory Settings 139 Keys 126 L ...

Page 481: ...ulti Information Display 73 N Neutral Gear Position 342 New Vehicle Break in 322 NOTICE Explanation of i Numbers Identification 450 O Odometer 75 Odometer Trip 75 Off Highway Driving Guidelines 378 Off Road Precautions 378 Oil Change How to 394 Change When to 383 Checking Engine 326 Life Engine 383 Pressure Indicator 65 436 Selecting Proper Viscosity Chart 393 ON Ignition Key Position 129 Outside ...

Page 482: ...Rear Audio Control Panel 241 Rear Entertainment System 237 Rear Lights Bulb Replacement 406 Rearview Camera and Monitor 319 Rear View Mirror 154 Rear Window Defogger 122 Rear Window Wiper and Washer 117 Reclining the Seat Backs 140 Reclining the Second Seats 144 Refueling 323 Reminder Indicators 64 Remote Audio Controls 233 Remote Control RES 262 Remote Transmitter 135 Replacement Information Dust...

Page 483: ...at Position Sensor 29 Front Passenger s Weight Sensors 29 Impact Sensors 24 25 Sequential SportShift Mode 343 Serial Number 450 Service Intervals 383 Service Manual U S only 469 Service Station Procedures 323 SH AWD Indicator 69 Shifting the Automatic Transmission 341 Shift Lever Position Indicators 341 Shift Lock Release 346 Side Airbags 30 How the Side Airbag Off Indicator Works 33 How Your Side...

Page 484: ... 422 Sunglasses Holder 165 Sun Visor 166 Super Handling All Wheel Drive SH AWD System 348 Supplemental Restraint System 9 24 Servicing 35 SRS Indicator 33 66 System Components 24 Synthetic Oil 394 T Tachometer 72 Tailgate 131 Opening the 131 Open Monitor 11 Power 132 Taillights Changing Bulbs in 406 Taking Care of the Unexpected 423 Technical Descriptions DOT Tire Quality Grading U S Vehicles 454 ...

Page 485: ...ips 373 Weight Limit 364 TPMS Tire Pressure Monitoring System 351 Required Federal Explanation 458 Trailer Stability Assist 376 Transmission Checking Fluid Level 399 Fluid Selection 399 Identification Number 450 Shifting the Automatic 341 Treadwear 417 Trip Computer 78 Trip Meter 75 Turn Signals 67 U Unexpected Taking Care of the 423 Uniform Tire Quality Grading 454 Unleaded Gasoline 322 Used Oil ...

Page 486: ...loy Wheels 420 Cleaning 420 Compact Spare 424 Wrench Nut 425 Windows Auto Down 149 Auto Reverse 149 Operating the Power 149 Rear Defogger 122 Windshield Cleaning 116 Defroster 174 Washers 116 398 Wipers Windshield Changing Blades 411 Operation 116 Rear Windshield Wiper and Washer 117 Worn Tires 417 Wrecker Emergency Towing 446 X XM Satellite Radio 185 210 Index XII 08 06 06 16 58 07 09 ACURA MDX M...

Page 487: ...08 06 06 16 58 07 09 ACURA MDX MMC North America Owner s M 50 31STX620 enu 2009 MDX Main Menu ...

Page 488: ... qt 2 5 L Transfer Assembly Fluid SAE 90 or SAE 80W 90 viscosity hypoid gear oil API service classified GL4 or GL5 only Power Steering Fluid Acura Power Steering Fluid preferred or another brand of power steering fluid as a temporary replacement Do not use ATF see page 402 Brake Fluid Honda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3 preferred or a DOT 3 or DOT 4 brake fluid as a temporary replacement see page 4...

Page 489: ...ODE OWNER S SIGNATURE ___________________________________________ DEALER S SIGNATURE ___________________________________________ This owner s manual should be considered a permanent part of the vehicle and should remain with the vehicle when it is sold This Owner s Manual covers all models of the MDX You may find descriptions of equipment and features that are not on your particular model The info...

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