Acura MDX Sport Hybrid 2018, Owner'S Manual

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MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE
TABLE OF CONTENTS
INDEX
VISUAL INDEX
V
OICE COMMAND
INDEX
SAFETY
INFORMA
TION
CLIENT
INFORMA
TION
INSTRUMENT
PANEL
SPECIFICA
TIONS
VEHICLE
CONTR
OLS
MAINTENANCE
AUDIO AND
CONNECTIVITY
HANDLING THE
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VIGA
TION Adding Oil
1. Unscrew and remove the engine oil fill cap.
2. Add oil slowly.
3. Reinstall the engine oil fill cap and tighten it
securely.
4. Wait for three minutes and recheck the engine
oil dipstick.
Do not fill the engine oil above the upper mark. Overfilling the engine oil can result
in leaks and engine damage.
NOTICE
Failure to reset the engine oil life after a maintenance service results in the system
showing incorrect maintenance intervals, which can lead to serious mechanical
problems.
NOTICE
Resetting the Engine Oil Life
If you change or replace the vehicle’s engine oil yourself, you must reset the
engine oil life. Use the Multi-function Steering Wheel Controls on the steering
wheel to make selections in the MID.
1. Scroll to Maintenance Info and select it to
display the oil life reset mode.
2. Select Reset. The service code disappears and
the oil life returns to 100%.
Inverter Coolant
Park the vehicle on level ground. Check the reserve tank and the coolant level in the
radiator with each fuel refill.
We recommend Acura Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant
Type 2.
Checking the Reserve Tank
Add coolant up to the MAX line.
If the coolant level is below the MIN mark, have
your dealer service your vehicle.
Engine Oil Fill Cap
MAX
MIN
Filler Tank
Adding Coolant
1. Make sure the engine and radiator are cool.
2. Remove the engine compartment cover (see
page 136).
3. Turn the radiator cap counterclockwise and
relieve any pressure in the coolant system. Do
not push the cap down when turning.
4. Push and turn the cap counterclockwise until
you can remove it.
5. The coolant level should be up to the base of the
filler neck. Add coolant if it is low.
6. Put the radiator cap back on and tighten it fully.
7. Pour coolant into the reserve tank until it
reaches the MAX mark. Put the cap back on the
reserve tank.
Engine Coolant
Park the vehicle on level ground. Check the reserve tank and the coolant level in the
radiator.
We recommend Acura Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant Type 2.
Checking the Reserve Tank
1. Check the amount of coolant in the reserve tank.
2. If the coolant level is below the MIN mark, add
the specified coolant until it reaches the MAX
mark.
3. Inspect the cooling system for leaks.
Radiator Cap
MAX
MIN
For vehicles used in temperatures below -31°F (-35°C), change the coolant from the
standard 50/50 antifreeze:water mix to one with added antifreeze. Consult a dealer
for more information.
NOTICE
WARNING
Removing the radiator cap while the engine is hot can cause the coolant to
spray out, seriously scalding you.
Always let the engine and radiator cool down before removing the radiator cap.
Pour the fluid slowly and carefully so you do not spill any. Clean up any spills
immediately, they can damage components in the engine compartment.
NOTICE