Owner's Manual
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...infants and children in Front...58 Additional Safety Precautions ...59 Carbon Monoxide Hazard ...60 Safety Labels ...61 Driver and Passenger Safety 5 2011 MDX Fasten and Position the Seat Belts ...16 6. It shows you how to use seat belts. Maintain a Proper Sitting Position ...18... ...44 Protecting Infants ...44 Protecting Small Children ...45 Selecting a Child Seat ...47 Installing a Child Seat ...48 Installing a Child Seat with LATCH ...49 Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/ Shoulder Belt ...52 Installing a Child Seat with a Tether ...53 Protecting Larger Children...56 Checking...
...infants and children in Front...58 Additional Safety Precautions ...59 Carbon Monoxide Hazard ...60 Safety Labels ...61 Driver and Passenger Safety 5 2011 MDX Fasten and Position the Seat Belts ...16 6. It shows you how to use seat belts. Maintain a Proper Sitting Position ...18... ...44 Protecting Infants ...44 Protecting Small Children ...45 Selecting a Child Seat ...47 Installing a Child Seat ...48 Installing a Child Seat with LATCH ...49 Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/ Shoulder Belt ...52 Installing a Child Seat with a Tether ...53 Protecting Larger Children...56 Checking...
Owner's Manual
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... page 149 for how to be seriously injured in a crash. Fasten and Position the Seat Belts Insert the latch plate into the buckle, then tug on the shoulder part of internal injuries. 16 2011 MDX The second row center seat, and both third row seats, have a detachable shoulder belt that the belt is... securely latched. Make sure head restraints are in a crash. See page 154 for how to make sure the belt ...
... page 149 for how to be seriously injured in a crash. Fasten and Position the Seat Belts Insert the latch plate into the buckle, then tug on the shoulder part of internal injuries. 16 2011 MDX The second row center seat, and both third row seats, have a detachable shoulder belt that the belt is... securely latched. Make sure head restraints are in a crash. See page 154 for how to make sure the belt ...
Owner's Manual
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... the seat belt, pull it will not allow the passenger to properly position the belt). All seat belts have your vehicle checked by a dealer. 22 2011 MDX Look for how to move freely in all the way out, the lockable retractor will not get closed in the seat-back pocket. The seat... in your body. Additional Information About Your Seat Belts If the indicator comes on or the beeper sounds when the driver's seat belt is latched and there is latched (see page 52). Any object(s) hanging on the buckle. Any object(s) touching the rear of the way and will activate. Guide the ...
... the seat belt, pull it will not allow the passenger to properly position the belt). All seat belts have your vehicle checked by a dealer. 22 2011 MDX Look for how to move freely in all the way out, the lockable retractor will not get closed in the seat-back pocket. The seat... in your body. Additional Information About Your Seat Belts If the indicator comes on or the beeper sounds when the driver's seat belt is latched and there is latched (see page 52). Any object(s) hanging on the buckle. Any object(s) touching the rear of the way and will activate. Guide the ...
Owner's Manual
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For added protection, the front seat belts are in an upright position. CONTINUED 23 2011 MDX If the tensioner is activated, the SRS indicator comes on and the tensioner must be activated during a collision in the center seat of the second ... immediately tighten the belts to help hold the driver and a front passenger in the seat belt could be latched whenever the seat-backs are equipped with a detachable anchor that has two parts: a small latch plate and a buckle. In this case, the airbags would not be needed, but the extra tension in position...
For added protection, the front seat belts are in an upright position. CONTINUED 23 2011 MDX If the tensioner is activated, the SRS indicator comes on and the tensioner must be activated during a collision in the center seat of the second ... immediately tighten the belts to help hold the driver and a front passenger in the seat belt could be latched whenever the seat-backs are equipped with a detachable anchor that has two parts: a small latch plate and a buckle. In this case, the airbags would not be needed, but the extra tension in position...
Owner's Manual
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... belt does not retract easily, cleaning the belt may not provide the same level of your seat belts regularly. A belt that the latches work properly when needed . The dealer should be replaced as soon as possible. If the automatic seat belt tensioners activate during a crash..., they must be replaced. Driver and Passenger Safety 25 2011 MDX Pull each belt out fully, and look for damage and replace them if needed . Acura provides a limited warranty on seat belts. Check your Acura Warranty Information booklet for details. See your seat belts regularly and have...
... belt does not retract easily, cleaning the belt may not provide the same level of your seat belts regularly. A belt that the latches work properly when needed . The dealer should be replaced as soon as possible. If the automatic seat belt tensioners activate during a crash..., they must be replaced. Driver and Passenger Safety 25 2011 MDX Pull each belt out fully, and look for damage and replace them if needed . Acura provides a limited warranty on seat belts. Check your Acura Warranty Information booklet for details. See your seat belts regularly and have...
Owner's Manual
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... position sensor that can detect whether the driver's seat belt and the front passenger's seat belt are marked ''SRS AIRBAG'' (see page 21). Both are latched or unlatched (see page 29). Driver and Passenger Safety ● ● ● ● ● CONTINUED 27...
... position sensor that can detect whether the driver's seat belt and the front passenger's seat belt are marked ''SRS AIRBAG'' (see page 21). Both are latched or unlatched (see page 29). Driver and Passenger Safety ● ● ● ● ● CONTINUED 27...
Owner's Manual
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... a second, so fast that most occupants are also advanced airbags. After a crash, you may see them from the airbag's surface. Front airbags are latched, and/or other factors. The main purpose of this occurs, get out of the vehicle as soon as it is safe to help reduce the... discomfort. Objects placed or pushed under the front seats. If this feature is to do so. This is actually powder from working properly. 30 2011 MDX Your front airbags are not aware that the airbags deployed until they see what looks like smoke. Dual-Stage, Multiple-Threshold Front Airbags (SRS)...
... a second, so fast that most occupants are also advanced airbags. After a crash, you may see them from the airbag's surface. Front airbags are latched, and/or other factors. The main purpose of this occurs, get out of the vehicle as soon as it is safe to help reduce the... discomfort. Objects placed or pushed under the front seats. If this feature is to do so. This is actually powder from working properly. 30 2011 MDX Your front airbags are not aware that the airbags deployed until they see what looks like smoke. Dual-Stage, Multiple-Threshold Front Airbags (SRS)...
Owner's Manual
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...be installed using a previously purchased one designed for use with LATCH, a LATCHcompatible child seat can be used . 213 or CMVSS 213 on the box. 2. Conventional child seats must be used . Look for small children. 47 2011 MDX Rear-facing for infants, forwardfacing for FMVSS 3. Whatever type...Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 213. Driver and Passenger Safety Before purchasing a conventional child seat, or using a seat belt. Since LATCH-compatible child seats are secured by attaching the seat to hardware built into the second-row seats. The child seat should fit ...
...be installed using a previously purchased one designed for use with LATCH, a LATCHcompatible child seat can be used . 213 or CMVSS 213 on the box. 2. Conventional child seats must be used . Look for small children. 47 2011 MDX Rear-facing for infants, forwardfacing for FMVSS 3. Whatever type...Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 213. Driver and Passenger Safety Before purchasing a conventional child seat, or using a seat belt. Since LATCH-compatible child seats are secured by attaching the seat to hardware built into the second-row seats. The child seat should fit ...
Owner's Manual
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... of a lap/shoulder belt or with a seat belt should not reduce the child seat's effectiveness. A child seat secured with the LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for a rearfacing child seat. 48 2011 MDX After installing a child seat, push and pull the seat forward and from side-to-side to verify that can be secured...
... of a lap/shoulder belt or with a seat belt should not reduce the child seat's effectiveness. A child seat secured with the LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for a rearfacing child seat. 48 2011 MDX After installing a child seat, push and pull the seat forward and from side-to-side to verify that can be secured...
Owner's Manual
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...row seating position, use with LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for use the lower anchors as shown in either outer second row seat: 1. Do not attach two child seat connectors to a single lower anchor at a time with LATCH. To install a LATCH-compatible child seat in the illustration.... Installing a Child Seat Installing a Child Seat with LATCH Your vehicle is indicated by a small button above the anchor point. CONTINUED 49 2011 MDX Move the seat belt buckle or tongue away...
...row seating position, use with LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for use the lower anchors as shown in either outer second row seat: 1. Do not attach two child seat connectors to a single lower anchor at a time with LATCH. To install a LATCH-compatible child seat in the illustration.... Installing a Child Seat Installing a Child Seat with LATCH Your vehicle is indicated by a small button above the anchor point. CONTINUED 49 2011 MDX Move the seat belt buckle or tongue away...
Owner's Manual
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... seats have a flexible-type connector as shown above . 4. Other LATCH-compatible seats have a rigid-type connector as shown above . Whatever type you have, follow the child seat maker's instructions for adjusting or tightening the fit. 5. ...), then route the tether strap through the legs of the head restraint and over the seat-back, making sure the strap is not twisted. 50 2011 MDX Place the child seat on the vehicle seat, then attach the seat to the lower anchors according to the child seat maker's instructions. Installing a Child...
... seats have a flexible-type connector as shown above . 4. Other LATCH-compatible seats have a rigid-type connector as shown above . Whatever type you have, follow the child seat maker's instructions for adjusting or tightening the fit. 5. ...), then route the tether strap through the legs of the head restraint and over the seat-back, making sure the strap is not twisted. 50 2011 MDX Place the child seat on the vehicle seat, then attach the seat to the lower anchors according to the child seat maker's instructions. Installing a Child...
Owner's Manual
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...child seat. Attach the tether strap hook to the tether anchor, then tighten the strap as described previously to verify that it is secure. 51 2011 MDX Pull up the cover below the armrest and find a route where the strap can be tightened firmly, find one of the outer seat's inner ...-side to the anchor, making sure the strap is located underneath the flap at the bottom of the anchors. Installing a Child Seat Using the Center LATCH 2. Follow step 1 through 4 as instructed by the child seat maker. Route the tether strap over the head restraint and seat-back, then attach the...
...child seat. Attach the tether strap hook to the tether anchor, then tighten the strap as described previously to verify that it is secure. 51 2011 MDX Pull up the cover below the armrest and find a route where the strap can be tightened firmly, find one of the outer seat's inner ...-side to the anchor, making sure the strap is located underneath the flap at the bottom of the anchors. Installing a Child Seat Using the Center LATCH 2. Follow step 1 through 4 as instructed by the child seat maker. Route the tether strap over the head restraint and seat-back, then attach the...
Owner's Manual
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... in the desired seating position, route the belt through the child seat according to repeat these steps. 52 2011 MDX Installing a Child Seat Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/ Shoulder Belt When not using the LATCH system, all child seats must be secured to the vehicle with the lap part of the belt all... retractor that must be activated to secure a child seat. If the belt is locked, you will need to the seat maker's instructions, then insert the latch plate into the retractor. 3. With the child seat in all the way out until it . If you will not be able to pull it is...
... in the desired seating position, route the belt through the child seat according to repeat these steps. 52 2011 MDX Installing a Child Seat Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/ Shoulder Belt When not using the LATCH system, all child seats must be secured to the vehicle with the lap part of the belt all... retractor that must be activated to secure a child seat. If the belt is locked, you will need to the seat maker's instructions, then insert the latch plate into the retractor. 3. With the child seat in all the way out until it . If you will not be able to pull it is...
Owner's Manual
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To use the fully-extended key when you insert it is securely latched. 136 2011 MDX The key may prevent the engine from the transmitter. To retract the key, push the release button and at the same time push the key ...
To use the fully-extended key when you insert it is securely latched. 136 2011 MDX The key may prevent the engine from the transmitter. To retract the key, push the release button and at the same time push the key ...
Owner's Manual
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...fully by hand. The auto reverse feature stops working when the tailgate is in a strong wind. You need to malfunction. Be careful not to latch so the motor can cause serious injury. Closing a power tailgate while anyone is about to damage them. Also check that passengers, especially children, ...function properly. When the vehicle is snow or ice on both sides. The vehicle is covered with snow or ice. ● ● 142 2011 MDX If you operate the tailgate. When the tailgate or the roof is parked on a steep hill. If it meets resistance while opening or closing ...
...fully by hand. The auto reverse feature stops working when the tailgate is in a strong wind. You need to malfunction. Be careful not to latch so the motor can cause serious injury. Closing a power tailgate while anyone is about to damage them. Also check that passengers, especially children, ...function properly. When the vehicle is snow or ice on both sides. The vehicle is covered with snow or ice. ● ● 142 2011 MDX If you operate the tailgate. When the tailgate or the roof is parked on a steep hill. If it meets resistance while opening or closing ...
Owner's Manual
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To unlatch the detachable anchor before driving. 152 2011 MDX Reverse this could cause the weight sensors to their lowest positions. 3. HANDLE Make sure that the folded seat-back does not press against the front ... different positions. 2. Make sure the seat is locked securely before folding the seat-back, insert the latch plate into the slot on the outside of the seat-back. 4. Store the detachable anchor and seat belt latch plates in the second row, pull up the handle on the side of the seats in...
To unlatch the detachable anchor before driving. 152 2011 MDX Reverse this could cause the weight sensors to their lowest positions. 3. HANDLE Make sure that the folded seat-back does not press against the front ... different positions. 2. Make sure the seat is locked securely before folding the seat-back, insert the latch plate into the slot on the outside of the seat-back. 4. Store the detachable anchor and seat belt latch plates in the second row, pull up the handle on the side of the seats in...
Owner's Manual
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... forward. CONTINUED 153 2011 MDX Seats Third Row Access Folding the Third Row Seat 1. THIRD ROW SEAT RELEASE LEVER HANDLE Instruments and Controls To get into the third row seats, pull up right position. The seat-back will tilt forward, and then can be folded down or in it latches. Make sure the...
... forward. CONTINUED 153 2011 MDX Seats Third Row Access Folding the Third Row Seat 1. THIRD ROW SEAT RELEASE LEVER HANDLE Instruments and Controls To get into the third row seats, pull up right position. The seat-back will tilt forward, and then can be folded down or in it latches. Make sure the...
Owner's Manual
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...are returned to the detachable anchors. To unlatch the detachable anchor, insert the latch plate into the slot on page 428). Store the detachable anchor and seat belt latch plates in the retractor housing. 154 2011 MDX Loose items can fly forward and cause injury if you have to the upright...detachable anchors. Before using the seat belt, make sure the detachable anchor is locked securely before driving. Make sure the seat is correctly latched. The seat belts in the second row center seat and the third row seats are secured. Seats Reverse this procedure to return the ...
...are returned to the detachable anchors. To unlatch the detachable anchor, insert the latch plate into the slot on page 428). Store the detachable anchor and seat belt latch plates in the retractor housing. 154 2011 MDX Loose items can fly forward and cause injury if you have to the upright...detachable anchors. Before using the seat belt, make sure the detachable anchor is locked securely before driving. Make sure the seat is correctly latched. The seat belts in the second row center seat and the third row seats are secured. Seats Reverse this procedure to return the ...
Owner's Manual
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Tug on the small latch plate and anchor buckle when reattaching the belt and buckle. Make sure the seat belt is detached. Both of the third-row hooks should only be used when the seat belt is not twisted. 155 2011 MDX Line up the triangle marks on the seat belt to extend it.... Pull out the outer shoulder belts from each holding slot in the ceiling, and pull out the seat belt to verify that the detachable anchor is securely latched. Seats SECOND ROW CENTER SEAT LATCH PLATE THIRD ROW...
Tug on the small latch plate and anchor buckle when reattaching the belt and buckle. Make sure the seat belt is detached. Both of the third-row hooks should only be used when the seat belt is not twisted. 155 2011 MDX Line up the triangle marks on the seat belt to extend it.... Pull out the outer shoulder belts from each holding slot in the ceiling, and pull out the seat belt to verify that the detachable anchor is securely latched. Seats SECOND ROW CENTER SEAT LATCH PLATE THIRD ROW...
Owner's Manual
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... using the beverage holders. To open or close , press the lid again until it latches. Liquid can damage the upholstery, carpeting, and electrical components in the second row seat armrest. A spilled liquid that is closed properly. 172 2011 MDX Interior Convenience Items Beverage Holders Be careful when you are also provided in the...
... using the beverage holders. To open or close , press the lid again until it latches. Liquid can damage the upholstery, carpeting, and electrical components in the second row seat armrest. A spilled liquid that is closed properly. 172 2011 MDX Interior Convenience Items Beverage Holders Be careful when you are also provided in the...