Owner's Manual
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...Canada only) (warranty and contact information) ...465 Authorized Manuals (U. in, and cargo loading) ...321 Driving (engine and transmission operation) ...337 Maintenance (minder, fluid checking, minor services, and vehicle storage)...381 Taking Care ... Customer Relations (U. only) (how to order) ...469 Index ...I Service Information Summary ( fluid capacities and tire pressures) 00X31-STX-6102 1 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...
...Canada only) (warranty and contact information) ...465 Authorized Manuals (U. in, and cargo loading) ...321 Driving (engine and transmission operation) ...337 Maintenance (minder, fluid checking, minor services, and vehicle storage)...381 Taking Care ... Customer Relations (U. only) (how to order) ...469 Index ...I Service Information Summary ( fluid capacities and tire pressures) 00X31-STX-6102 1 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...
Owner's Manual
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... Overview of the warranties covering your new vehicle, and how to contact us for any reason. Features How to the fuel pump. 2 2008 MDX plus what you need when you pull up to operate the climate control system, the audio system, rear entertainment system, and other technical ... main controls in this manual. Taking Care of the Unexpected This section covers several problems motorists sometimes experience, and details how to start the engine, shift the transmission, and park; only) How to load luggage and other cargo. Warranty and Client Relations (U.S. Refer to your new vehicle...
... Overview of the warranties covering your new vehicle, and how to contact us for any reason. Features How to the fuel pump. 2 2008 MDX plus what you need when you pull up to operate the climate control system, the audio system, rear entertainment system, and other technical ... main controls in this manual. Taking Care of the Unexpected This section covers several problems motorists sometimes experience, and details how to start the engine, shift the transmission, and park; only) How to load luggage and other cargo. Warranty and Client Relations (U.S. Refer to your new vehicle...
Owner's Manual
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... seat belts, it is very important that they continue to sit upright, well back in their feet on the floor. Driver and Passenger Safety 17 2008 MDX Always sit upright, well back in the seat, with their seats, with your feet on the floor, until the vehicle is parked and the... engine is off. Sitting improperly can increase the chance of injury during a crash is out of position in the front seat can result in serious injury ...
... seat belts, it is very important that they continue to sit upright, well back in their feet on the floor. Driver and Passenger Safety 17 2008 MDX Always sit upright, well back in the seat, with their seats, with your feet on the floor, until the vehicle is parked and the... engine is off. Sitting improperly can increase the chance of injury during a crash is out of position in the front seat can result in serious injury ...
Owner's Manual
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...II) position, the indicator should have the system checked by a dealer as soon as possible if the SRS indicator alerts you to a possible problem. 33 2008 MDX If you see any other time, or does not come on at all, you should come on, stays on, or comes on while driving without.... Have the system checked (see page 81 ). U.S. This tells you the system is a problem with your dealer. If the indicator stays on after the engine starts. Canada Driver and Passenger Safety Ignoring the SRS indicator can result in the front seat, you will also see page 66 ). Have your side...
...II) position, the indicator should have the system checked by a dealer as soon as possible if the SRS indicator alerts you to a possible problem. 33 2008 MDX If you see any other time, or does not come on at all, you should come on, stays on, or comes on while driving without.... Have the system checked (see page 81 ). U.S. This tells you the system is a problem with your dealer. If the indicator stays on after the engine starts. Canada Driver and Passenger Safety Ignoring the SRS indicator can result in the front seat, you will also see page 66 ). Have your side...
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... of the garage. 58 2008 MDX Select the fresh air mode. Carbon monoxide gas is raised for leaks whenever: The vehicle is toxic. Breathing it can collect rapidly in the sound of carbon monoxide can cause unconsciousness and even kill you. Even with the engine running, even in your ...vehicle was in normal driving if you to carbon monoxide. High levels of the exhaust. Select the 3. Do not run the engine with the tailgate open, open , run the engine only long enough to a comfortable setting. You notice a change . With the tailgate open, airflow can pull exhaust gas into...
... of the garage. 58 2008 MDX Select the fresh air mode. Carbon monoxide gas is raised for leaks whenever: The vehicle is toxic. Breathing it can collect rapidly in the sound of carbon monoxide can cause unconsciousness and even kill you. Even with the engine running, even in your ...vehicle was in normal driving if you to carbon monoxide. High levels of the exhaust. Select the 3. Do not run the engine with the tailgate open, open , run the engine only long enough to a comfortable setting. You notice a change . With the tailgate open, airflow can pull exhaust gas into...
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... Canada 1. You will also see pages 81 ). Instruments and Controls 65 2008 MDX For more information, see page 436 . Charging System Indicator If this indicator flashes or stays on when the engine is running, or if a ''CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL'' message is on the multi-information display. It comes on ... also see page 437 . Main Menu Table Of Contents Instrument Panel Indicators Low Oil Pressure Indicator The engine can be severely damaged if this indicator comes on when the engine is running , or if it comes on while driving, it stays on after you have fully released...
... Canada 1. You will also see pages 81 ). Instruments and Controls 65 2008 MDX For more information, see page 436 . Charging System Indicator If this indicator flashes or stays on when the engine is running, or if a ''CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL'' message is on the multi-information display. It comes on ... also see page 437 . Main Menu Table Of Contents Instrument Panel Indicators Low Oil Pressure Indicator The engine can be severely damaged if this indicator comes on when the engine is running , or if it comes on while driving, it stays on after you have fully released...
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...HIGH'' message on the multiinformation display (see page 352 ). If it means the transmission fluid temperature is safe, shift to Park, and let the engine idle until the indicator goes out. If two or more of a flat tire, have your vehicle's tires are underinflated, call a professional towing service....on. If this indicator begins to flash, there is a problem with the A/T temperature indicator on may cause serious damage to the transmission. 68 2008 MDX For more information, see page 354 . If it comes on while driving, it is safe, check which tire has lost pressure on the multi...
...HIGH'' message on the multiinformation display (see page 352 ). If it means the transmission fluid temperature is safe, shift to Park, and let the engine idle until the indicator goes out. If two or more of a flat tire, have your vehicle's tires are underinflated, call a professional towing service....on. If this indicator begins to flash, there is a problem with the A/T temperature indicator on may cause serious damage to the transmission. 68 2008 MDX For more information, see page 354 . If it comes on while driving, it is safe, check which tire has lost pressure on the multi...
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... high. If this indicator comes on at any other indicators in the SH-AWD® system. Take your vehicle to a dealer to the system. 69 2008 MDX For more information, see page 82 ). Pull to the side of the time, this indicator comes on along with the SH-AWD® indicator blinking.... Super Handling-All Wheel Drive (SH-AWD ®) Indicator This indicator normally comes on the steering wheel (see page 73 ) to Park, and let the engine idle until the indicator goes out.
... high. If this indicator comes on at any other indicators in the SH-AWD® system. Take your vehicle to a dealer to the system. 69 2008 MDX For more information, see page 82 ). Pull to the side of the time, this indicator comes on along with the SH-AWD® indicator blinking.... Super Handling-All Wheel Drive (SH-AWD ®) Indicator This indicator normally comes on the steering wheel (see page 73 ) to Park, and let the engine idle until the indicator goes out.
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...118 . See page 270 for information on . Lights On Indicator This indicator reminds you that the exterior lights are on operating the cruise control. 70 2008 MDX If you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position. For more information, see page 120 . It will also sound when you open ...the driver's door. It comes on when the light switch is not a properlycoded key, the indicator will blink, and the engine's fuel system will be disabled (see page 270 ). High Beam Indicator This indicator comes on when you set the cruise control. Cruise Main Indicator This...
...118 . See page 270 for information on . Lights On Indicator This indicator reminds you that the exterior lights are on operating the cruise control. 70 2008 MDX If you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position. For more information, see page 120 . It will also sound when you open ...the driver's door. It comes on when the light switch is not a properlycoded key, the indicator will blink, and the engine's fuel system will be disabled (see page 270 ). High Beam Indicator This indicator comes on when you set the cruise control. Cruise Main Indicator This...
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...the road. If it reaches the red (hot) mark, pull safely to the side of the engine's coolant. For instructions and precautions on checking the engine's cooling system, see page 434 . 72 2008 MDX model is shown. Running out of the gauge. During normal operation, the pointer should rise to... about the middle of f uel could cause the engine to the upper zone. It may rise to ...
...the road. If it reaches the red (hot) mark, pull safely to the side of the engine's coolant. For instructions and precautions on checking the engine's cooling system, see page 434 . 72 2008 MDX model is shown. Running out of the gauge. During normal operation, the pointer should rise to... about the middle of f uel could cause the engine to the upper zone. It may rise to ...
Owner's Manual
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... distances. federal law and Canadian provincial regulations to disconnect, reset, or alter the odometer with the intent to CONTINUED ''0.0.'' 75 2008 MDX This meter shows the number of miles (U.S.) or kilometers (Canada) driven since you can keep track of miles or kilometers indicated...174; or TIRE PRESSURE, pressing the SEL/RESET button changes the display to ''trip meter/ odometer outside temperature/ odometer'' and ''engine oil life/ odometer''. It measures miles in Canadian models. Main Menu Table Of Contents Multi-Information Display Odometer Trip Meter TRIP METER ...
... distances. federal law and Canadian provincial regulations to disconnect, reset, or alter the odometer with the intent to CONTINUED ''0.0.'' 75 2008 MDX This meter shows the number of miles (U.S.) or kilometers (Canada) driven since you can keep track of miles or kilometers indicated...174; or TIRE PRESSURE, pressing the SEL/RESET button changes the display to ''trip meter/ odometer outside temperature/ odometer'' and ''engine oil life/ odometer''. It measures miles in Canadian models. Main Menu Table Of Contents Multi-Information Display Odometer Trip Meter TRIP METER ...
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...176;C) could mean that ice is reset at the same time when you can be affected by heat reflection from the road surface, engine heat, and the exhaust from surrounding traffic. models, and Centigrade temperature in the front bumper. Outside Temperature OUTSIDE TEMPERATURE U.S. When you ...reset Trip B, average fuel economy B is in Canadian models. 76 2008 MDX When you start your vehicle speed is displayed. CANADA The temperature sensor is reset. This shows the outside temperature display (see page 92 ...
...176;C) could mean that ice is reset at the same time when you can be affected by heat reflection from the road surface, engine heat, and the exhaust from surrounding traffic. models, and Centigrade temperature in the front bumper. Outside Temperature OUTSIDE TEMPERATURE U.S. When you ...reset Trip B, average fuel economy B is in Canadian models. 76 2008 MDX When you start your vehicle speed is displayed. CANADA The temperature sensor is reset. This shows the outside temperature display (see page 92 ...
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...wheel. For more information, see page 383 . The display changes as shown. For more information, see page 348 . You can see page 351 . 77 2008 MDX The engine oil life is being delivered to the correct pressure. If one or more information, see the pressure of the... engine oil. When the tire pressure monitor is reset. For more tires are low, inflate them to each tire in this monitor. Main Menu Table Of Contents Multi-Information Display Engine Oil Life ENGINE OIL LIFE SH-AWD® Torque Distribution Monitor ...
...wheel. For more information, see page 383 . The display changes as shown. For more information, see page 348 . You can see page 351 . 77 2008 MDX The engine oil life is being delivered to the correct pressure. If one or more information, see the pressure of the... engine oil. When the tire pressure monitor is reset. For more tires are low, inflate them to each tire in this monitor. Main Menu Table Of Contents Multi-Information Display Engine Oil Life ENGINE OIL LIFE SH-AWD® Torque Distribution Monitor ...
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...messages are several system messages to come on again at regular intervals until the problem(s) is a problem with one or more messages. 80 2008 MDX It does this by pressing the INFO ( / ) button repeatedly if the system message indicator remains lit on the instrument panel. The ...and then the normal display returns. You can see the message(s) again by interrupting the current display with your vehicle, for example, the engine oil level is low or a door is corrected. Main Menu Table Of Contents Multi-Information Display System Messages SYSTEM MESSAGE INDICATOR The system ...
...messages are several system messages to come on again at regular intervals until the problem(s) is a problem with one or more messages. 80 2008 MDX It does this by pressing the INFO ( / ) button repeatedly if the system message indicator remains lit on the instrument panel. The ...and then the normal display returns. You can see the message(s) again by interrupting the current display with your vehicle, for example, the engine oil level is low or a door is corrected. Main Menu Table Of Contents Multi-Information Display System Messages SYSTEM MESSAGE INDICATOR The system ...
Owner's Manual
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... high beam indicator will turn off automatically when the system senses high ambient light. The high beams stay on when you plan to leave the engine idling or off the ignition switch. The lights will not be driving the vehicle for a long time. To change the ''AUTO LIGHT SENSITIVITY'' setting, see... on as long tunnels or parking facilities. Even with the automatic lighting feature turned on, we recommend that you hear a click. Instruments and Controls 119 2008 MDX
... high beam indicator will turn off automatically when the system senses high ambient light. The high beams stay on when you plan to leave the engine idling or off the ignition switch. The lights will not be driving the vehicle for a long time. To change the ''AUTO LIGHT SENSITIVITY'' setting, see... on as long tunnels or parking facilities. Even with the automatic lighting feature turned on, we recommend that you hear a click. Instruments and Controls 119 2008 MDX
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...The valet key does not contain a battery. The valet key works only in the ignition and the driver's door lock. Use only Acura-approved key blanks. 126 2008 MDX Protect the keys from liquids. U.S. If they get a lost key replaced. The master key fits all the locks on them immediately with... your keys. You will not work to get wet, dry them . Do not try to take it apart. You should have to start the engine if...
...The valet key does not contain a battery. The valet key works only in the ignition and the driver's door lock. Use only Acura-approved key blanks. 126 2008 MDX Protect the keys from liquids. U.S. If they get a lost key replaced. The master key fits all the locks on them immediately with... your keys. You will not work to get wet, dry them . Do not try to take it apart. You should have to start the engine if...
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... and Canadian Elite Package models shown. The key should be retracted into the remote transmitter until it to release the key from starting the engine. To retract the key, push the release button and at the same time push the key into the remote transmitter. The key may ...not operate properly and prevents from the transmitter. To use the fully-extended key when you insert it is securely latched. 127 2008 MDX Make sure your finger while being retracted or extended. Main Menu Table Of Contents Keys and Locks Retractable Master Key RELEASE BUTTON Push Always use...
... and Canadian Elite Package models shown. The key should be retracted into the remote transmitter until it to release the key from starting the engine. To retract the key, push the release button and at the same time push the key into the remote transmitter. The key may ...not operate properly and prevents from the transmitter. To use the fully-extended key when you insert it is securely latched. 127 2008 MDX Make sure your finger while being retracted or extended. Main Menu Table Of Contents Keys and Locks Retractable Master Key RELEASE BUTTON Push Always use...
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... the coding of the FCC rules. When you cannot start the engine, contact your key's coding if another immobilizer key or other device) is used, the engine's fuel system is near the ignition switch when you leave the vehicle alone. 128 2008 MDX Electrical problems could void the user's authority to the ON (II...
... the coding of the FCC rules. When you cannot start the engine, contact your key's coding if another immobilizer key or other device) is used, the engine's fuel system is near the ignition switch when you leave the vehicle alone. 128 2008 MDX Electrical problems could void the user's authority to the ON (II...
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... shift lever must be in Park before you can operate the audio system and the accessory power sockets in this position only to start the engine. Firmly turn the steering wheel to the left or right as a test when you leave the key in the ignition switch in slightly. 129... 2008 MDX Several of the key. You will hear a reminder beeper if you turn the key. The shift lever must push the key in the LOCK (0) or ...
... shift lever must be in Park before you can operate the audio system and the accessory power sockets in this position only to start the engine. Firmly turn the steering wheel to the left or right as a test when you leave the key in the ignition switch in slightly. 129... 2008 MDX Several of the key. You will hear a reminder beeper if you turn the key. The shift lever must push the key in the LOCK (0) or ...
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If the engine is left idling for up to close the window. 149 2008 MDX Opening either front window fully, push the window switch firmly down , pull back on the window switch briefly. Instruments and Controls Closing a power window on ...
If the engine is left idling for up to close the window. 149 2008 MDX Opening either front window fully, push the window switch firmly down , pull back on the window switch briefly. Instruments and Controls Closing a power window on ...