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S. S. 2008 MDX Online Reference Owner's Manual Contents Owner's Identification Form Introduction ...i A Few Words About Safety ...iii Important Handling Information ...iv Your Vehicle at a Glance (main ...) ...5 Instruments and Controls (indicators, gauges, multi-information display, dashboard, and steering column) ...61 Features (climate control,audio,rear entertainment,steering wheel,security,cruise control,and other convenience items) ...169 Before Driving (fuel, vehicle break- and Canada only) (warranty and contact information) ...465 Authorized Manuals (U. in, and cargo loading) ...321...
S. S. 2008 MDX Online Reference Owner's Manual Contents Owner's Identification Form Introduction ...i A Few Words About Safety ...iii Important Handling Information ...iv Your Vehicle at a Glance (main ...) ...5 Instruments and Controls (indicators, gauges, multi-information display, dashboard, and steering column) ...61 Features (climate control,audio,rear entertainment,steering wheel,security,cruise control,and other convenience items) ...169 Before Driving (fuel, vehicle break- and Canada only) (warranty and contact information) ...465 Authorized Manuals (U. in, and cargo loading) ...321...
Owner's Manual
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... at a Glance HEADLIGHT/TURN SIGNAL/ FRONT FOG LIGHTS (P.118) STEERING WHEEL AUDIO CONTROLS (P.233) WINDSHIELD WIPERS/WASHERS (P.116) INSTRUMENT PANEL BRIGHTNESS (P.123... (P.166) HEADLIGHT WASHER SWITCH 2 (P.117) VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST SYSTEM OFF SWITCH (P.360) MIRROR CONTROLS (P.155) DRIVING POSITION MEMORY SYSTEM (P.157) POWER DOOR LOCK MASTER SWITCH (P.130) PARKING BRAKE RELEASE HANDLE (P.153) POWER WINDOW... DAMPER SYSTEM SWITCH (P.361) 2 HOOD RELEASE HANDLE (P.325) STEERING WHEEL ADJUSTMENTS (P.124) CRUISE CONTROL BUTTONS (P.270) 1: To use the horn, press the center pad of the steering...
... at a Glance HEADLIGHT/TURN SIGNAL/ FRONT FOG LIGHTS (P.118) STEERING WHEEL AUDIO CONTROLS (P.233) WINDSHIELD WIPERS/WASHERS (P.116) INSTRUMENT PANEL BRIGHTNESS (P.123... (P.166) HEADLIGHT WASHER SWITCH 2 (P.117) VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST SYSTEM OFF SWITCH (P.360) MIRROR CONTROLS (P.155) DRIVING POSITION MEMORY SYSTEM (P.157) POWER DOOR LOCK MASTER SWITCH (P.130) PARKING BRAKE RELEASE HANDLE (P.153) POWER WINDOW... DAMPER SYSTEM SWITCH (P.361) 2 HOOD RELEASE HANDLE (P.325) STEERING WHEEL ADJUSTMENTS (P.124) CRUISE CONTROL BUTTONS (P.270) 1: To use the horn, press the center pad of the steering...
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... Panel Indicators ...64 Gauges ...72 Multi-Information Display ...73 Controls Near the Steering Wheel ...115 Windshield Wipers and Washers ...116 Rear Window Wiper and Washer ...117 Turn ... 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...Accessory Power Sockets...166 AC Power Outlet ...167 Instruments and Controls 61 2008 MDX Main Menu Instruments and Controls This section gives information about the controls and displays ...
... Panel Indicators ...64 Gauges ...72 Multi-Information Display ...73 Controls Near the Steering Wheel ...115 Windshield Wipers and Washers ...116 Rear Window Wiper and Washer ...117 Turn ... 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...Accessory Power Sockets...166 AC Power Outlet ...167 Instruments and Controls 61 2008 MDX Main Menu Instruments and Controls This section gives information about the controls and displays ...
Owner's Manual
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...vehicle to a dealer to the system. 69 2008 MDX HIGH'' message on the multi-information display (see page 82 ). Most of the road when it indicates the differential temperature is a system message on the multiinformation display. If the indicator blinks while driving, it is a problem in the instrument ...Panel Indicators Message Indicator This indicator comes on when there is too high. Press the INFO button on the steering wheel (see page 81 ). Super Handling-All Wheel Drive (SH-AWD ®) Indicator This indicator normally comes on at any other indicators in the SH-AWD® ...
...vehicle to a dealer to the system. 69 2008 MDX HIGH'' message on the multi-information display (see page 82 ). Most of the road when it indicates the differential temperature is a system message on the multiinformation display. If the indicator blinks while driving, it is a problem in the instrument ...Panel Indicators Message Indicator This indicator comes on when there is too high. Press the INFO button on the steering wheel (see page 81 ). Super Handling-All Wheel Drive (SH-AWD ®) Indicator This indicator normally comes on at any other indicators in the SH-AWD® ...
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...II) position, the multi-information display changes as shown in the next page each time you operate your vehicle needs for continued trouble-free driving. CONTINUED 73 2008 MDX When you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position, what you last selected is also displayed (see page 80 ) and ..., the system message is displayed. Instruments and Controls SEL/ RESET BUTTON To change the display, press the INFO ( / ) button on the steering wheel repeatedly until the main menu appears (see page 83 ). When you turn the ignition switch from the ON (II) position to keep you open the...
...II) position, the multi-information display changes as shown in the next page each time you operate your vehicle needs for continued trouble-free driving. CONTINUED 73 2008 MDX When you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position, what you last selected is also displayed (see page 80 ) and ..., the system message is displayed. Instruments and Controls SEL/ RESET BUTTON To change the display, press the INFO ( / ) button on the steering wheel repeatedly until the main menu appears (see page 83 ). When you turn the ignition switch from the ON (II) position to keep you open the...
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...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) HEADLIGHT WASHER SWITCH 1 (P.117) VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST SYSTEM OFF SWITCH (P.360) MIRROR CONTROLS (P.155) DRIVING... HEATER SWITCHES (P.148) ACTIVE DAMPER SYSTEM SWITCH (P.361) 1 HOOD RELEASE HANDLE (P.325) STEERING WHEEL ADJUSTMENTS (P.124) CRUISE CONTROL BUTTONS (P.270) 1: If equipped 2: To use the horn, press the center pad of the steering wheel. 115 2008 MDX
...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) HEADLIGHT WASHER SWITCH 1 (P.117) VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST SYSTEM OFF SWITCH (P.360) MIRROR CONTROLS (P.155) DRIVING... HEATER SWITCHES (P.148) ACTIVE DAMPER SYSTEM SWITCH (P.361) 1 HOOD RELEASE HANDLE (P.325) STEERING WHEEL ADJUSTMENTS (P.124) CRUISE CONTROL BUTTONS (P.270) 1: If equipped 2: To use the horn, press the center pad of the steering wheel. 115 2008 MDX
Owner's Manual
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... to lose control of the vehicle and be seriously injured in that you can see the instrument panel gauges and indicators. Make sure the steering wheel points towards your chest, not toward your face, and that direction. 124 2008 MDX ADJUSTMENT SWITCH Adjusting the steering wheel position while driving may cause you start...
... to lose control of the vehicle and be seriously injured in that you can see the instrument panel gauges and indicators. Make sure the steering wheel points towards your chest, not toward your face, and that direction. 124 2008 MDX ADJUSTMENT SWITCH Adjusting the steering wheel position while driving may cause you start...
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... remove it. Instruments and Controls 125 2008 MDX The steering wheel automatically moves fully in the ignition switch. Steering wheel movement is also controlled by the driving position memory system (see page 99 . Main Menu Table Of Contents Steering Wheel Adjustments When you remove the key from... the ignition switch, the steering wheel automatically moves fully in and ...
... remove it. Instruments and Controls 125 2008 MDX The steering wheel automatically moves fully in the ignition switch. Steering wheel movement is also controlled by the driving position memory system (see page 99 . Main Menu Table Of Contents Steering Wheel Adjustments When you remove the key from... the ignition switch, the steering wheel automatically moves fully in and ...
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... the audio system and the accessory power sockets in this position only to start the engine. ON (II) This is the normal key position when driving. Remove the key to the left or right as a test when you turn the ignition switch from the ignition switch. To turn the key to... beeper if you leave the key in the ignition switch in slightly. 129 2008 MDX START (III) Use this position. Firmly turn the steering wheel to turn off the beeper. Main Menu Table Of Contents Ignition Switch If the front wheels are turned, the anti-theft lock may make it difficult to the LOCK...
... the audio system and the accessory power sockets in this position only to start the engine. ON (II) This is the normal key position when driving. Remove the key to the left or right as a test when you turn the ignition switch from the ignition switch. To turn the key to... beeper if you leave the key in the ignition switch in slightly. 129 2008 MDX START (III) Use this position. Firmly turn the steering wheel to turn off the beeper. Main Menu Table Of Contents Ignition Switch If the front wheels are turned, the anti-theft lock may make it difficult to the LOCK...
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...Remote Transmitter Keyless Memory SettingsTM Here are the settings activated with your remote, each remote. 139 2008 MDX Climate control settings (see page 200 ). When you unlock and open the driver's door with... blink twice. To turn off this cancels the keyless memory settings for that remote. Driving position memory (see page 83 ). You will move to the positions stored in the... to the remote comes on , repeat this procedure. The indicator in memory. The steering wheel will also see the ''WELCOME DRIVER 1'' or ''WELCOME DRIVER 2'' message on the multiinformation ...
...Remote Transmitter Keyless Memory SettingsTM Here are the settings activated with your remote, each remote. 139 2008 MDX Climate control settings (see page 200 ). When you unlock and open the driver's door with... blink twice. To turn off this cancels the keyless memory settings for that remote. Driving position memory (see page 83 ). You will move to the positions stored in the... to the remote comes on , repeat this procedure. The indicator in memory. The steering wheel will also see the ''WELCOME DRIVER 1'' or ''WELCOME DRIVER 2'' message on the multiinformation ...
Owner's Manual
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...the seat to the ON (II) position. The indicator in separate memories. For more information see page 155 ). You cannot add a new driving position to a comfortable position (see page 140 ). Seat, except for best visibility (see page 139 . MEMORY BUTTONS Instruments and Controls MEMO ...BUTTON 3. You will come on the control panel. CONTINUED 157 2008 MDX Turn the ignition switch to a comfortable position (see page 124). Adjust the steering wheel to the memory unless the ignition switch is parked. 1. You can be stored in ...
...the seat to the ON (II) position. The indicator in separate memories. For more information see page 155 ). You cannot add a new driving position to a comfortable position (see page 140 ). Seat, except for best visibility (see page 139 . MEMORY BUTTONS Instruments and Controls MEMO ...BUTTON 3. You will come on the control panel. CONTINUED 157 2008 MDX Turn the ignition switch to a comfortable position (see page 124). Adjust the steering wheel to the memory unless the ignition switch is parked. 1. You can be stored in ...
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...Doing any of these actions: Press any button on . If you must store it in the driving position memory. 158 2008 MDX When the adjustments are in the selected memory button will cancel the storing procedure. Adjust the ...outside mirror position. Selecting a Memorized Position To select a memorized position, do any of the seat, steering wheel or outside mirrors to the memorized positions. To stop the system's automatic adjustment, do this driving...
...Doing any of these actions: Press any button on . If you must store it in the driving position memory. 158 2008 MDX When the adjustments are in the selected memory button will cancel the storing procedure. Adjust the ...outside mirror position. Selecting a Memorized Position To select a memorized position, do any of the seat, steering wheel or outside mirrors to the memorized positions. To stop the system's automatic adjustment, do this driving...
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... to the windshield for faster defrosting. Air flows from the center and corner vents in all the windows before driving. This button directs the main airflow to the windshield by pressing the button again, the system returns to select... the vents the air flows from the driver's. 174 2008 MDX Some air will flow from the floor Mode Control Rear Window Defogger Button Airflow is divided between the vents ... For faster defrosting, manually set separately from . To close the vents, rotate the wheel under each corner vent.
... to the windshield for faster defrosting. Air flows from the center and corner vents in all the windows before driving. This button directs the main airflow to the windshield by pressing the button again, the system returns to select... the vents the air flows from the driver's. 174 2008 MDX Some air will flow from the floor Mode Control Rear Window Defogger Button Airflow is divided between the vents ... For faster defrosting, manually set separately from . To close the vents, rotate the wheel under each corner vent.
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CANCEL BUTTON SET/DECEL BUTTON 1. The CRUISE MAIN indicator on the instrument panel comes on the steering wheel. It should be left on open highways. Press and release the SET/ DECEL button on . Improper use . 2. Accelerate to the desired cruising speed above 25 ... system can lead to a crash. It is not recommended for cruising on the steering wheel. Main Menu Table Of Contents Cruise Control Cruise control allows you to maintain a set speed above 25 mph (40 km/h). 270 2008 MDX Push in the CRUISE button on straight, open highways in use of the cruise control...
CANCEL BUTTON SET/DECEL BUTTON 1. The CRUISE MAIN indicator on the instrument panel comes on the steering wheel. It should be left on open highways. Press and release the SET/ DECEL button on . Improper use . 2. Accelerate to the desired cruising speed above 25 ... system can lead to a crash. It is not recommended for cruising on the steering wheel. Main Menu Table Of Contents Cruise Control Cruise control allows you to maintain a set speed above 25 mph (40 km/h). 270 2008 MDX Push in the CRUISE button on straight, open highways in use of the cruise control...
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... design, can make the systems ineffective. Before Driving If you plan to deploy. 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 with ...to modify your vehicle, consult your vehicle with a non-Acura suspension kit that significantly reduces ground clearance can affect the handling and stability. Non-Acura wheels, because they are : Lowering your dealer. 331 2008 MDX Main Menu Table Of Contents Accessories and Modifications Modifying Your ...
... design, can make the systems ineffective. Before Driving If you plan to deploy. 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 with ...to modify your vehicle, consult your vehicle with a non-Acura suspension kit that significantly reduces ground clearance can affect the handling and stability. Non-Acura wheels, because they are : Lowering your dealer. 331 2008 MDX Main Menu Table Of Contents Accessories and Modifications Modifying Your ...
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...various conditions, and how to operate the automatic transmission. Main Menu Driving This section gives you tips on parking your vehicle, the braking system, the super handling-all wheel drive (SH-AWD®) system, the vehicle stability assist (VSA) ...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) System...359 Active Damper System ...361 Towing a Trailer ...363 Trailer Stability Assist ...375 Off-Highway Driving Guidelines ...377 Driving 337 2008 MDX...
...various conditions, and how to operate the automatic transmission. Main Menu Driving This section gives you tips on parking your vehicle, the braking system, the super handling-all wheel drive (SH-AWD®) system, the vehicle stability assist (VSA) ...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) System...359 Active Damper System ...361 Towing a Trailer ...363 Trailer Stability Assist ...375 Off-Highway Driving Guidelines ...377 Driving 337 2008 MDX...
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...2008 MDX SH-AWD® Torque Distribution Monitor TORQUE INDICATOR Each torque indicator is not a system problem. The number of segments represents the amount of torque. This is displayed as cruising on the multi-information display shows you the amount of torque being sent to the driving...system helps to enhance the vehicle's driving stability in torque distribution. Main Menu Table Of Contents Super Handling-All Wheel Drive (SH-AWD ®) System The super handling-all wheel drive (SH-AWD®) system is a full time allwheel-drive system that automatically controls and transfers ...
...2008 MDX SH-AWD® Torque Distribution Monitor TORQUE INDICATOR Each torque indicator is not a system problem. The number of segments represents the amount of torque. This is displayed as cruising on the multi-information display shows you the amount of torque being sent to the driving...system helps to enhance the vehicle's driving stability in torque distribution. Main Menu Table Of Contents Super Handling-All Wheel Drive (SH-AWD ®) System The super handling-all wheel drive (SH-AWD®) system is a full time allwheel-drive system that automatically controls and transfers ...
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You will also see an ''SH-AWD® DIFF TEMP. Driving If the SH-AWD® indicator blinks while driving, it checked. If this happens, pull to the side of the road when it is safe, shift to have it indicates the differential temperature is ...'' message also appears on the multiinformation display. HIGH'' message on the multiinformation display, there is too high. Main Menu Table Of Contents Super Handling-All Wheel Drive (SH-AWD®) System Your vehicle still has normal frontwheel drive with the SH-AWD® system. 349 2008 MDX
You will also see an ''SH-AWD® DIFF TEMP. Driving If the SH-AWD® indicator blinks while driving, it checked. If this happens, pull to the side of the road when it is safe, shift to have it indicates the differential temperature is ...'' message also appears on the multiinformation display. HIGH'' message on the multiinformation display, there is too high. Main Menu Table Of Contents Super Handling-All Wheel Drive (SH-AWD®) System Your vehicle still has normal frontwheel drive with the SH-AWD® system. 349 2008 MDX
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... similar locations. Driving 377 2008 MDX Follow all instructions and guidelines in this owner's manual. Your vehicle will find that it does on pavement. Whenever you drive, make sure you and your passengers always wear seat belts. Be sure to pay extra attention to follow all wheel drive (SH-AWD...174;) system allow . Keep your speed low, and never go faster than conditions permit. Keep your speed low, and don't drive faster than the conditions allow you to occasionally travel on unpaved...
... similar locations. Driving 377 2008 MDX Follow all instructions and guidelines in this owner's manual. Your vehicle will find that it does on pavement. Whenever you drive, make sure you and your passengers always wear seat belts. Be sure to pay extra attention to follow all wheel drive (SH-AWD...174;) system allow . Keep your speed low, and never go faster than conditions permit. Keep your speed low, and don't drive faster than the conditions allow you to occasionally travel on unpaved...
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... Fuel Fill Door Manually LID Emergency Towing If your vehicle on the back of the all-wheel-drive system. The operator will load your vehicle needs to be transported on a f lat-bed truck or trailer. 446 2008 MDX To open the fuel fill door, pull the release lever rearward. It is with just a rope...
... Fuel Fill Door Manually LID Emergency Towing If your vehicle on the back of the all-wheel-drive system. The operator will load your vehicle needs to be transported on a f lat-bed truck or trailer. 446 2008 MDX To open the fuel fill door, pull the release lever rearward. It is with just a rope...