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... (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 emissions controls) ...449 Warranty and Customer Relations (U. 2008 MDX Online Reference Owner's Manual Contents Owner's Identification Form Introduction ...i A Few Words About Safety ...iii Important Handling...
... (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 emissions controls) ...449 Warranty and Customer Relations (U. 2008 MDX Online Reference Owner's Manual Contents Owner's Identification Form Introduction ...i A Few Words About Safety ...iii Important Handling...
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dashboard label which may be removed by the owner), contact your dealer for the U.S. They warn you of potential hazards that could cause serious injury or death. Main Menu Table Of Contents Safety Labels These labels are in the locations shown. models only Driver and Passenger Safety HOOD RADIATOR CAP BATTERY LABEL CONTINUED 59 2008 MDX DASHBOARD U.S. If a label comes off or becomes hard to read (except for a replacement. Read these labels carefully.
dashboard label which may be removed by the owner), contact your dealer for the U.S. They warn you of potential hazards that could cause serious injury or death. Main Menu Table Of Contents Safety Labels These labels are in the locations shown. models only Driver and Passenger Safety HOOD RADIATOR CAP BATTERY LABEL CONTINUED 59 2008 MDX DASHBOARD U.S. If a label comes off or becomes hard to read (except for a replacement. Read these labels carefully.
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...U.S. Canada 1. You will also see a ''LOW BRAKE FLUID'' or ''CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM'' message on the multiinformation display. Instruments and Controls 65 2008 MDX It comes on when you turn the ignition switch to check the parking brake. If you drive without releasing the parking brake, a beeper will ...Instrument Panel Indicators Low Oil Pressure Indicator The engine can be severely damaged if this indicator comes on when the engine is running, the battery is not being charged, and you will also see a ''CHECK CHARGING SYSTEM'' message on the multi-information display (see pages 81 ...
...U.S. Canada 1. You will also see a ''LOW BRAKE FLUID'' or ''CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM'' message on the multiinformation display. Instruments and Controls 65 2008 MDX It comes on when you turn the ignition switch to check the parking brake. If you drive without releasing the parking brake, a beeper will ...Instrument Panel Indicators Low Oil Pressure Indicator The engine can be severely damaged if this indicator comes on when the engine is running, the battery is not being charged, and you will also see a ''CHECK CHARGING SYSTEM'' message on the multi-information display (see pages 81 ...
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... up to let you know the system is reset. Instruments and Controls 125 2008 MDX Steering wheel movement is removed, the power tilt and telescopic steering wheel system needs to its original position when you reconnect the battery or install the fuse. The steering wheel then returns to be reset when ...you insert the key back in the ignition switch. If your vehicle's battery is disconnected or goes dead, or the fuse for the power tilt and telescopic steering wheel is also controlled by the driving position memory ...
... up to let you know the system is reset. Instruments and Controls 125 2008 MDX Steering wheel movement is removed, the power tilt and telescopic steering wheel system needs to its original position when you reconnect the battery or install the fuse. The steering wheel then returns to be reset when ...you insert the key back in the ignition switch. If your vehicle's battery is disconnected or goes dead, or the fuse for the power tilt and telescopic steering wheel is also controlled by the driving position memory ...
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... electronic circuits that are damaged. The valet key works only in the ignition and the driver's door lock. Use only Acura-approved key blanks. 126 2008 MDX The master key fits all the locks on them immediately with your vehicle and the valet key at a parking facility.... activated by the immobilizer system. They will need this key number if you leave your keys. U.S. The valet key does not contain a battery. Protect the keys from liquids. Entertainment Packages and Canadian Elite Package models shown. Keep the keys away from direct sunlight, high temperature, and...
... electronic circuits that are damaged. The valet key works only in the ignition and the driver's door lock. Use only Acura-approved key blanks. 126 2008 MDX The master key fits all the locks on them immediately with your vehicle and the valet key at a parking facility.... activated by the immobilizer system. They will need this key number if you leave your keys. U.S. The valet key does not contain a battery. Protect the keys from liquids. Entertainment Packages and Canadian Elite Package models shown. Keep the keys away from direct sunlight, high temperature, and...
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...of the tailgate before closing , it before you operate the tailgate. If there is clear before opening or closing , it . CONTINUED 133 2008 MDX Do not install any accessories on both sides. Make sure everyone is snow or ice on the tailgate, make sure passengers and objects are .... It may not reverse immediately. Be careful not to be reset. If the sensors are clear of the way manually. After connecting the battery or installing the fuse, close the tailgate fully by hand. Auto-Reverse Also check that passengers, especially children, do not have their hands...
...of the tailgate before closing , it before you operate the tailgate. If there is clear before opening or closing , it . CONTINUED 133 2008 MDX Do not install any accessories on both sides. Make sure everyone is snow or ice on the tailgate, make sure passengers and objects are .... It may not reverse immediately. Be careful not to be reset. If the sensors are clear of the way manually. After connecting the battery or installing the fuse, close the tailgate fully by hand. Auto-Reverse Also check that passengers, especially children, do not have their hands...
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... to be reprogrammed by pushing any liquid. Separate the keypad from the transmitter by your dealer. Battery type: CR1616 Instruments and Controls SCREW KEYPAD To replace the battery: 1. CONTINUED 137 2008 MDX Main Menu Table Of Contents Remote Transmitter Remote Transmitter Care Avoid dropping or throwing the transmitter. Remove...the transmitter from outside. If you lose a transmitter, the replacement needs to lock or unlock the doors and the tailgate, replace the battery as soon as possible. Do not immerse the transmitter in any button from extreme temperature.
... to be reprogrammed by pushing any liquid. Separate the keypad from the transmitter by your dealer. Battery type: CR1616 Instruments and Controls SCREW KEYPAD To replace the battery: 1. CONTINUED 137 2008 MDX Main Menu Table Of Contents Remote Transmitter Remote Transmitter Care Avoid dropping or throwing the transmitter. Remove...the transmitter from outside. If you lose a transmitter, the replacement needs to lock or unlock the doors and the tailgate, replace the battery as soon as possible. Do not immerse the transmitter in any button from extreme temperature.
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... subject to operate the equipment. As required by the party responsible for battery disposal. 5. Make sure the polarity of the FCC rules. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the FCC: This device complies with a small flat-tip screwdriver. 138 2008 MDX Always confirm local regulations for compliance could void the user's authority...
... subject to operate the equipment. As required by the party responsible for battery disposal. 5. Make sure the polarity of the FCC rules. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the FCC: This device complies with a small flat-tip screwdriver. 138 2008 MDX Always confirm local regulations for compliance could void the user's authority...
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...MAIN SWITCH The windows will operate for an extended period, do not use the seat heaters even on someone's hands or fingers can weaken the battery, causing hard starting. AUTO To open a window, push the switch down , pull back on the switch and hold it draws large amounts ...CONTINUED Turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position to close the window. 149 2008 MDX Opening either front window fully, push the window switch firmly down to stop the window from the battery. It does not cycle with temperature changes. Make sure your passengers are away from the windows...
...MAIN SWITCH The windows will operate for an extended period, do not use the seat heaters even on someone's hands or fingers can weaken the battery, causing hard starting. AUTO To open a window, push the switch down , pull back on the switch and hold it draws large amounts ...CONTINUED Turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position to close the window. 149 2008 MDX Opening either front window fully, push the window switch firmly down to stop the window from the battery. It does not cycle with temperature changes. Make sure your passengers are away from the windows...
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...way up , push down and hold the driver's window switch to pop out. If the power windows do not injure themselves by your vehicle's battery is disconnected or goes dead, or the driver's window fuse is disabled, the power window system will reverse direction and then stop the window ... and the passengers' windows cannot be disabled. To close the window, remove the obstacle, then use the window switch again. If your dealer. 150 2008 MDX If the AUTO function is removed, the AUTO function may be raised or lowered. AUTO REVERSE If either front window fully, pull back the window...
...way up , push down and hold the driver's window switch to pop out. If the power windows do not injure themselves by your vehicle's battery is disconnected or goes dead, or the driver's window fuse is disabled, the power window system will reverse direction and then stop the window ... and the passengers' windows cannot be disabled. To close the window, remove the obstacle, then use the window switch again. If your dealer. 150 2008 MDX If the AUTO function is removed, the AUTO function may be raised or lowered. AUTO REVERSE If either front window fully, pull back the window...
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...This restores the presets you hear a beep. 4. Repeat steps 1 through 3 to a desired station. 3. SEL button. ''A. To turn off auto select, press the A. Features 183 2008 MDX SEL (auto select) button. The presets may be lost if your preset stations, you can store other frequencies on FM. Main Menu Table Of Contents... stations in the local area. FM1 and FM2 let you are traveling far from home and can no longer receive your vehicle's battery goes dead, is disconnected, or the radio fuse is removed. AUTO SELECT If you store two frequencies with each preset button. 2.
...This restores the presets you hear a beep. 4. Repeat steps 1 through 3 to a desired station. 3. SEL button. ''A. To turn off auto select, press the A. Features 183 2008 MDX SEL (auto select) button. The presets may be lost if your preset stations, you can store other frequencies on FM. Main Menu Table Of Contents... stations in the local area. FM1 and FM2 let you are traveling far from home and can no longer receive your vehicle's battery goes dead, is disconnected, or the radio fuse is removed. AUTO SELECT If you store two frequencies with each preset button. 2.
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...the display. 2. XM Radio Display Messages L OADING XM is fully updated. UPD ATING The encryption code is no longer broadcasting. Features CONTINUED 187 2008 MDX When you hear a channel you want for a few seconds, then selects the next channel. Press the XM button. To activate scan, press the...the six preset buttons. The presets may be selected. In category mode, only channels within that category can be lost if your vehicle's battery goes dead, is disconnected, or the radio fuse is stored, simply press and release the proper preset button to tune to , press the...
...the display. 2. XM Radio Display Messages L OADING XM is fully updated. UPD ATING The encryption code is no longer broadcasting. Features CONTINUED 187 2008 MDX When you hear a channel you want for a few seconds, then selects the next channel. Press the XM button. To activate scan, press the...the six preset buttons. The presets may be selected. In category mode, only channels within that category can be lost if your vehicle's battery goes dead, is disconnected, or the radio fuse is stored, simply press and release the proper preset button to tune to , press the...
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... number. If you make it work without knowing the exact code is disconnected from electrical power for 1 hour before trying again. Features 235 2008 MDX Main Menu Table Of Contents Radio Theft Protection Your vehicle's audio system may disable itself . complete the five-digit sequence, then enter the ...should have 10 tries to enter the five-digit code. In addition, you will need the audio system's serial number. If your vehicle's battery is disconnected or goes dead, or the radio fuse is removed, the audio system will disable itself if it is located on the radio ...
... number. If you make it work without knowing the exact code is disconnected from electrical power for 1 hour before trying again. Features 235 2008 MDX Main Menu Table Of Contents Radio Theft Protection Your vehicle's audio system may disable itself . complete the five-digit sequence, then enter the ...should have 10 tries to enter the five-digit code. In addition, you will need the audio system's serial number. If your vehicle's battery is disconnected or goes dead, or the radio fuse is removed, the audio system will disable itself if it is located on the radio ...
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... interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. 263 2008 MDX Main Menu Table Of Contents Rear Entertainment System Replacing the Remote Control Batteries COVER An improperly disposed of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this ... Always confirm local regulations for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the rear entertainment system, have your dealer replace the batteries as soon as possible. Battery type: BR3032 This device complies with Part 15 of...
... interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. 263 2008 MDX Main Menu Table Of Contents Rear Entertainment System Replacing the Remote Control Batteries COVER An improperly disposed of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this ... Always confirm local regulations for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the rear entertainment system, have your dealer replace the batteries as soon as possible. Battery type: BR3032 This device complies with Part 15 of...
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... the earpiece as shown in the diagram next to lock it in the slot and twist it out of the center console compartment. Remove the battery. To remove the cover, insert a coin in place. Pull the cover outward, and pivot it slightly to pry the cover away from the earpiece. CONTINUED... 267 2008 MDX Slide the cover back into place on the earpiece, then press down on the back edge to the battery slot. Auxiliary input jacks and headphone connectors for the rear entertainment system are on the left...
... the earpiece as shown in the diagram next to lock it in the slot and twist it out of the center console compartment. Remove the battery. To remove the cover, insert a coin in place. Pull the cover outward, and pivot it slightly to pry the cover away from the earpiece. CONTINUED... 267 2008 MDX Slide the cover back into place on the earpiece, then press down on the back edge to the battery slot. Auxiliary input jacks and headphone connectors for the rear entertainment system are on the left...
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Battery Level Status Indicates the power currently remaining in your phone is used to end a call . : Some phones do not send this information on the multi-... receiving calls. HFL Back: This button is roaming. Main Menu Table Of Contents Bluetooth HandsFreeLink Multi-Information Display HFL TALK BUTTON SIGNAL STRENGTH HFL MODE BATTERY LEVEL STATUS Signal Strength Indicates the network signal strength of the incoming call , go back to the previous voice control command, and to the HFL...
Battery Level Status Indicates the power currently remaining in your phone is used to end a call . : Some phones do not send this information on the multi-... receiving calls. HFL Back: This button is roaming. Main Menu Table Of Contents Bluetooth HandsFreeLink Multi-Information Display HFL TALK BUTTON SIGNAL STRENGTH HFL MODE BATTERY LEVEL STATUS Signal Strength Indicates the network signal strength of the incoming call , go back to the previous voice control command, and to the HFL...
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...Press and release the Talk button. After the beep, say ''Status.'' An example of the phone you want to the main menu.'' CONTINUED 289 2008 MDX Otherwise, say ''Phone setup.'' The HFL response is ''The entire list has been read , the HFL response is , ''Phone setup options are ...status, pair, edit, delete, and list.'' 2. Returning to the system have been read . Press and release the Talk button. Battery strength is ''Phone setup options are status, pair, edit, delete, and list.'' To find out the status of each paired phone. When all paired...
...Press and release the Talk button. After the beep, say ''Status.'' An example of the phone you want to the main menu.'' CONTINUED 289 2008 MDX Otherwise, say ''Phone setup.'' The HFL response is ''The entire list has been read , the HFL response is , ''Phone setup options are ...status, pair, edit, delete, and list.'' 2. Returning to the system have been read . Press and release the Talk button. Battery strength is ''Phone setup options are status, pair, edit, delete, and list.'' To find out the status of each paired phone. When all paired...
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... the list shown on and the ignition in the HFL phonebook. To end the call without running the engine may discharge and weaken the vehicle's battery. If no other phones are found, the first phone remains linked. Press and release the Talk button. Main Menu Table Of Contents Bluetooth HandsFreeLink To... the ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) position, press and release the Talk button. With your phone on the navigation display. 3. You can make a call / dial?'' 290 2008 MDX Continuing a call , press the Back button. On vehicles with navigation system 1.
... the list shown on and the ignition in the HFL phonebook. To end the call without running the engine may discharge and weaken the vehicle's battery. If no other phones are found, the first phone remains linked. Press and release the Talk button. Main Menu Table Of Contents Bluetooth HandsFreeLink To... the ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) position, press and release the Talk button. With your phone on the navigation display. 3. You can make a call / dial?'' 290 2008 MDX Continuing a call , press the Back button. On vehicles with navigation system 1.
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... about 10 to reduce the drain on the outside mirrors (see page 128 . If the engine does not start the engine: 1. CONTINUED 339 2008 MDX Fasten your vehicle f rom thef t. When you start the engine. Without touching the accelerator pedal, turn off all electrical accessories to 25 seconds... for about 6 to start , wait at least 10 seconds before trying again. For more than 7 seconds, the starter motor, depending on the battery. 3. Main Menu Table Of Contents Preparing to start the engine, check the gauges and indicators in Park. Make sure the doors and tailgate are ...
... about 10 to reduce the drain on the outside mirrors (see page 128 . If the engine does not start the engine: 1. CONTINUED 339 2008 MDX Fasten your vehicle f rom thef t. When you start the engine. Without touching the accelerator pedal, turn off all electrical accessories to 25 seconds... for about 6 to start , wait at least 10 seconds before trying again. For more than 7 seconds, the starter motor, depending on the battery. 3. Main Menu Table Of Contents Preparing to start the engine, check the gauges and indicators in Park. Make sure the doors and tailgate are ...
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... Lights ...403 Dust and Pollen Filter ...409 Cleaning the Seat Belts ...409 Floor Mats ...410 Wiper Blades ...411 Tires ...415 Checking the Battery ...421 Vehicle Storage ...422 Maintenance 381 2008 MDX This section also includes instructions on how to read the maintenance minder messages on your dealer. If you have the skills and...
... Lights ...403 Dust and Pollen Filter ...409 Cleaning the Seat Belts ...409 Floor Mats ...410 Wiper Blades ...411 Tires ...415 Checking the Battery ...421 Vehicle Storage ...422 Maintenance 381 2008 MDX This section also includes instructions on how to read the maintenance minder messages on your dealer. If you have the skills and...