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S. and Canada only) (warranty and contact information) ...465 Authorized Manuals (U. 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... ...337 Maintenance (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. only) (how to order) ...469 Index ...
S. and Canada only) (warranty and contact information) ...465 Authorized Manuals (U. 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... ...337 Maintenance (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. only) (how to order) ...469 Index ...
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The steering wheel then returns to its original position when you reconnect the battery or install the fuse. If your vehicle's battery is disconnected or goes dead, or the fuse for the power tilt and telescopic steering wheel is removed, the power tilt and telescopic steering wheel system needs to let you remove... STEERING WHEEL'' setting, see page 157 ). Main Menu Table Of Contents Steering Wheel Adjustments When you know the system is reset. Instruments and Controls 125 2008 MDX
The steering wheel then returns to its original position when you reconnect the battery or install the fuse. If your vehicle's battery is disconnected or goes dead, or the fuse for the power tilt and telescopic steering wheel is removed, the power tilt and telescopic steering wheel system needs to let you remove... STEERING WHEEL'' setting, see page 157 ). Main Menu Table Of Contents Steering Wheel Adjustments When you know the system is reset. Instruments and Controls 125 2008 MDX
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...or closing , it . Always make sure to damage them. If your vehicle's battery is disconnected, goes dead, or the fuse is removed while the tailgate is swayed in the path of the tailgate or on a steep hill. After connecting the battery or... installing the fuse, close under the these conditions: The vehicle is covered with snow or ice. The power tailgate may not open or... sill. Be careful not to remove it will beep three times and reverse direction. CONTINUED 133 2008 MDX
...or closing , it . Always make sure to damage them. If your vehicle's battery is disconnected, goes dead, or the fuse is removed while the tailgate is swayed in the path of the tailgate or on a steep hill. After connecting the battery or... installing the fuse, close under the these conditions: The vehicle is covered with snow or ice. The power tailgate may not open or... sill. Be careful not to remove it will beep three times and reverse direction. CONTINUED 133 2008 MDX
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... in when you push the MAIN switch in the vehicle so they do not operate properly after reconnecting the battery or installing the fuse. 1. If your dealer. 150 2008 MDX If the AUTO function is almost closed. Main Menu Table Of Contents Power Windows To close either front window senses any obstacle while... it . Start the engine. 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 off, and the passengers' windows cannot be disabled.
... in when you push the MAIN switch in the vehicle so they do not operate properly after reconnecting the battery or installing the fuse. 1. If your dealer. 150 2008 MDX If the AUTO function is almost closed. Main Menu Table Of Contents Power Windows To close either front window senses any obstacle while... it . Start the engine. 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 off, and the passengers' windows cannot be disabled.
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... buttons. AUTO SELECT If 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. You will see page 205 . Pick a preset button, and hold it until you originally set. SEL button. ''A. This restores the presets you hear... for that preset button. It stores the frequencies of six stations on AM and twelve stations on the preset buttons as previously described. Features 183 2008 MDX If you do not like the stations auto select has stored, you store two frequencies with each preset button. 2.
... buttons. AUTO SELECT If 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. You will see page 205 . Pick a preset button, and hold it until you originally set. SEL button. ''A. This restores the presets you hear... for that preset button. It stores the frequencies of six stations on AM and twelve stations on the preset buttons as previously described. Features 183 2008 MDX If you do not like the stations auto select has stored, you store two frequencies with each preset button. 2.
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...show in numerical order for that channel. The other XM band will show . OF AIR F The channel currently selected is removed. Features CONTINUED 187 2008 MDX In channel mode, all channels while in the channel mode. Repeat steps 2 and 3 to a desired channel. Store the next six channels using... the six preset buttons. The presets may be lost if your vehicle's battery goes dead, is disconnected, or the radio fuse is no longer broadcasting. Wait until you a sampling of all channels can be selected. When you hear a channel you want to continue ...
...show in numerical order for that channel. The other XM band will show . OF AIR F The channel currently selected is removed. Features CONTINUED 187 2008 MDX In channel mode, all channels while in the channel mode. Repeat steps 2 and 3 to a desired channel. Store the next six channels using... the six preset buttons. The presets may be lost if your vehicle's battery goes dead, is disconnected, or the radio fuse is no longer broadcasting. Wait until you a sampling of all channels can be selected. When you hear a channel you want to continue ...
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...card, you should have 10 tries to enter the five-digit code. If this owner's manual. When it is nearly impossible. Features 235 2008 MDX Use the preset buttons to enter the correct code. If you are hundreds of number combinations possible from electrical power for 1 hour before ... even if power is entered correctly, the radio will start over; If your vehicle's battery is disconnected or goes dead, or the radio fuse is removed, the audio system will retain your owner's manual kit. complete the five-digit sequence, then enter the correct code. The system...
...card, you should have 10 tries to enter the five-digit code. If this owner's manual. When it is nearly impossible. Features 235 2008 MDX Use the preset buttons to enter the correct code. If you are hundreds of number combinations possible from electrical power for 1 hour before ... even if power is entered correctly, the radio will start over; If your vehicle's battery is disconnected or goes dead, or the radio fuse is removed, the audio system will retain your owner's manual kit. complete the five-digit sequence, then enter the correct code. The system...
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...monthly by looking at the test indicator window: Green Good condition White Liquid level low, replace battery Black Charging necessary Maintenance 421 2008 MDX A spark or flame can cause the battery to explode with enough force to help prevent further corrosion. Coat the terminals with ...terminals with a cloth or paper towel. WARNING: Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds. If the radio fuse is needed, see your hands after handling. Main Menu Table Of Contents Checking the Battery TEST INDICATOR WINDOW Check the terminals for corrosion...
...monthly by looking at the test indicator window: Green Good condition White Liquid level low, replace battery Black Charging necessary Maintenance 421 2008 MDX A spark or flame can cause the battery to explode with enough force to help prevent further corrosion. Coat the terminals with ...terminals with a cloth or paper towel. WARNING: Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds. If the radio fuse is needed, see your hands after handling. Main Menu Table Of Contents Checking the Battery TEST INDICATOR WINDOW Check the terminals for corrosion...
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... Starting ...432 If the Engine Overheats ...434 Low Oil Pressure Indicator ...436 Charging System Indicator...436 Malfunction Indicator Lamp ...437 Brake System Indicator ...438 Fuses ...439 Fuse Locations ...443 Opening the Fuel Fill Door Manually ...446 Emergency Towing ...446 If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck ...447 Taking Care of the Unexpected This section... problem and what to do to get going again. It gives you on getting your vehicle towed. Main Menu Taking Care of the Unexpected 423 2008 MDX
... Starting ...432 If the Engine Overheats ...434 Low Oil Pressure Indicator ...436 Charging System Indicator...436 Malfunction Indicator Lamp ...437 Brake System Indicator ...438 Fuses ...439 Fuse Locations ...443 Opening the Fuel Fill Door Manually ...446 Emergency Towing ...446 If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck ...447 Taking Care of the Unexpected This section... problem and what to do to get going again. It gives you on getting your vehicle towed. Main Menu Taking Care of the Unexpected 423 2008 MDX
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... engine does not start . If the headlights are very dim or do not come on the headlights, and check their brightness. If the fuses are corroded. See Emergency Towing on page 432 . The Starter Operates Normally In this case, the starter motor's speed sounds normal, or ... the engine does not run . You may hear a clicking sound, a series of the Unexpected 431 2008 MDX CONTINUED Taking Care of clicks, or nothing . Check the condition of the fuses. An improperly coded key will cause the immobilizer system indicator in Park or neutral or the starter will ...
... engine does not start . If the headlights are very dim or do not come on the headlights, and check their brightness. If the fuses are corroded. See Emergency Towing on page 432 . The Starter Operates Normally In this case, the starter motor's speed sounds normal, or ... the engine does not run . You may hear a clicking sound, a series of the Unexpected 431 2008 MDX CONTINUED Taking Care of clicks, or nothing . Check the condition of the fuses. An improperly coded key will cause the immobilizer system indicator in Park or neutral or the starter will ...
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.... Put the transmission in extreme cold, the electrolyte inside can cause it . If a battery sits in neutral or Park, and set the parking brake. 432 2008 MDX You cannot start with a f rozen battery can f reeze. In very cold weather, check the condition of the battery. Check the fuel gauge; Check all the...
.... Put the transmission in extreme cold, the electrolyte inside can cause it . If a battery sits in neutral or Park, and set the parking brake. 432 2008 MDX You cannot start with a f rozen battery can f reeze. In very cold weather, check the condition of the battery. Check the fuel gauge; Check all the...
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... is located next to the battery. To open it out of its hinges. Main Menu Table Of Contents Fuses INTERIOR LID REAR LID UNDER-HOOD (PRIMARY) TAB The vehicle's fuses are located in the notch on the lid, pull it toward you, and take it , push the tabs as shown. The rear... fuse box is underneath the dashboard on the driver's side. UNDER-HOOD (SECONDARY) Taking Care of cargo area. To remove the fuse box lid, put your finger in four fuse boxes. The interior fuse box is located at the left side of the Unexpected TAB 439 2008 MDX
... is located next to the battery. To open it out of its hinges. Main Menu Table Of Contents Fuses INTERIOR LID REAR LID UNDER-HOOD (PRIMARY) TAB The vehicle's fuses are located in the notch on the lid, pull it toward you, and take it , push the tabs as shown. The rear... fuse box is underneath the dashboard on the driver's side. UNDER-HOOD (SECONDARY) Taking Care of cargo area. To remove the fuse box lid, put your finger in four fuse boxes. The interior fuse box is located at the left side of the Unexpected TAB 439 2008 MDX
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... first thing you should check for is the cause. Turn the ignition switch to the LOCK (0) position. Removing these fuses requires a Phillips-head screwdriver. 440 2008 MDX Make sure the headlights and all the fuses before deciding that device. Check those fuses first, but check all other accessories are off. 2. Main Menu Table Of Contents...
... first thing you should check for is the cause. Turn the ignition switch to the LOCK (0) position. Removing these fuses requires a Phillips-head screwdriver. 440 2008 MDX Make sure the headlights and all the fuses before deciding that device. Check those fuses first, but check all other accessories are off. 2. Main Menu Table Of Contents...
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...by pulling out each one of the spare fuses of the same rating or lower. Taking Care of the other circuits. This does not indicate anything wrong. Look for a burned wire inside the fuse. CONTINUED 441 2008 MDX Main Menu Table Of Contents Fuses BLOWN If you cannot drive the vehicle ...without fixing the problem, and you do not have a spare fuse, take a fuse of the same rating or a lower rating from one of the ...
...by pulling out each one of the spare fuses of the same rating or lower. Taking Care of the other circuits. This does not indicate anything wrong. Look for a burned wire inside the fuse. CONTINUED 441 2008 MDX Main Menu Table Of Contents Fuses BLOWN If you cannot drive the vehicle ...without fixing the problem, and you do not have a spare fuse, take a fuse of the same rating or a lower rating from one of the ...
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... probably a serious electrical problem with your vehicle checked by a qualified technician. 442 2008 MDX Use the preset buttons to enter the digit code (see ''ENTER CODE'' in the frequency display. Leave the blown fuse in a short time, there is removed, the audio system will see page 235 ). Replacing a f ... a higher rating greatly increases the chances of the same rating blows in that circuit, and have your vehicle. If the replacement fuse of damaging the electrical system. The next time you turn on the radio you do not have a replacement f use with a lower rating. 6....
... probably a serious electrical problem with your vehicle checked by a qualified technician. 442 2008 MDX Use the preset buttons to enter the digit code (see ''ENTER CODE'' in the frequency display. Leave the blown fuse in a short time, there is removed, the audio system will see page 235 ). Replacing a f ... a higher rating greatly increases the chances of the same rating blows in that circuit, and have your vehicle. If the replacement fuse of damaging the electrical system. The next time you turn on the radio you do not have a replacement f use with a lower rating. 6....
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... A 30 A 30 A 7.5 A 15 A 15 A 20 A 20 A 20 A 20 A Taking Care of the Unexpected 3 4 50 A : Canadian model 443 2008 MDX Main Menu Table Of Contents Fuse Locations PRIMARY UNDER-HOOD FUSE BOX No. Amps. 1 2 2 2 2 2 2 1 2 3 4 5 6 120 A Circuits Protected Main fuse Not Used Not Used Not Used Rear Blower Motor ABS VSA Trailer Main Power Seats, Driver's Position...
... A 30 A 30 A 7.5 A 15 A 15 A 20 A 20 A 20 A 20 A Taking Care of the Unexpected 3 4 50 A : Canadian model 443 2008 MDX Main Menu Table Of Contents Fuse Locations PRIMARY UNDER-HOOD FUSE BOX No. Amps. 1 2 2 2 2 2 2 1 2 3 4 5 6 120 A Circuits Protected Main fuse Not Used Not Used Not Used Rear Blower Motor ABS VSA Trailer Main Power Seats, Driver's Position...
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Main Menu Table Of Contents Fuse Locations SECONDARY UNDER-HOOD FUSE BOX No. Amps. 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 22 7.5 A 30 A 7.5 A 15 A 15 A 15 A 15 A 40 A 20 A 30 A 30 ... DBW AFHT Front Blower Motor Fog lights Headlight Washer Condenser Fan Cooling Fan MG Clutch Left Headlight Low Right Headlight Low Small Lights (Interior) REAR FUSE BOX No. Amps. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 Circuits Protected Not Used Not Used Not Used Not Used Rear ACC Socket ...Light Right Daytime Running Light Left Headlight High Right Headlight High : Canadian model 10 A 20 A 10 A 30 A 30 A 40 A 444 2008 MDX
Main Menu Table Of Contents Fuse Locations SECONDARY UNDER-HOOD FUSE BOX No. Amps. 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 22 7.5 A 30 A 7.5 A 15 A 15 A 15 A 15 A 40 A 20 A 30 A 30 ... DBW AFHT Front Blower Motor Fog lights Headlight Washer Condenser Fan Cooling Fan MG Clutch Left Headlight Low Right Headlight Low Small Lights (Interior) REAR FUSE BOX No. Amps. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 Circuits Protected Not Used Not Used Not Used Not Used Rear ACC Socket ...Light Right Daytime Running Light Left Headlight High Right Headlight High : Canadian model 10 A 20 A 10 A 30 A 30 A 40 A 444 2008 MDX
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... Tilt Steering Wheel ABS VSA A/C Headlight Auto Leveling, Rear Wiper, Windshield/ Rear Washer ACC Not Used Auxiliary No. Amps. 1 2 7.5 A 7.5 A Circuits Protected Starter DIAG STS 445 2008 MDX Amps. 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 7.5 A 10 A 20 A 15 A 15 A 30 A 10 A 20 A 20 ... Wheel Driver's Power Recline Passenger's Power Slide Alternator Fuel Pump SH-AWD® , Active Damper Control Unit Gauges No. Main Menu Table Of Contents Fuse Locations INTERIOR FUSE BOX No. Amps. 1 2 3 4 5 7.5 A 10 A 10 A 20 A 10 A Circuits Protected TPMS Driver's Lumber Support Motor Moonroof Front...
... Tilt Steering Wheel ABS VSA A/C Headlight Auto Leveling, Rear Wiper, Windshield/ Rear Washer ACC Not Used Auxiliary No. Amps. 1 2 7.5 A 7.5 A Circuits Protected Starter DIAG STS 445 2008 MDX Amps. 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 7.5 A 10 A 20 A 15 A 15 A 30 A 10 A 20 A 20 ... Wheel Driver's Power Recline Passenger's Power Slide Alternator Fuel Pump SH-AWD® , Active Damper Control Unit Gauges No. Main Menu Table Of Contents Fuse Locations INTERIOR FUSE BOX No. Amps. 1 2 3 4 5 7.5 A 10 A 10 A 20 A 10 A Circuits Protected TPMS Driver's Lumber Support Motor Moonroof Front...
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...required. Towing with flat-bed equipment. RELEASE LEVER If the fuel fill door release button does not work, use the release lever inside the rear fuse box lid in the cargo area. Your vehicle should be towed, call a professional towing service or organization. Main Menu Table Of Contents Opening ... Towing Opening the Fuel Fill Door Manually LID Emergency Towing If your vehicle needs to be transported on a f lat-bed truck or trailer. 446 2008 MDX It is with only two tires on the back of a truck. To open the fuel fill door, pull the release lever rearward. The operator will...
...required. Towing with flat-bed equipment. RELEASE LEVER If the fuel fill door release button does not work, use the release lever inside the rear fuse box lid in the cargo area. Your vehicle should be towed, call a professional towing service or organization. Main Menu Table Of Contents Opening ... Towing Opening the Fuel Fill Door Manually LID Emergency Towing If your vehicle needs to be transported on a f lat-bed truck or trailer. 446 2008 MDX It is with only two tires on the back of a truck. To open the fuel fill door, pull the release lever rearward. The operator will...
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... CP 21 W 3 CP 55 W (H11) 3.4 W 21 W 3 CP 18 W 3 CP 5W 5W 8W 5W 2W 3.4 W Rear Under-hood See page 445 or the fuse label attached to the inside of a low beam headlight bulb should be performed by your dealer. See page 443 and 444 or the... fuse box cover. Replacement of the fuse box lid. See page 444 or the fuse label attached to the inside of the fuse box lid. Battery Capacity Alignment Toe-in Camber Caster Technical Information ... 104H T165/80D17 104M 32 psi (220 kPa , 2.2 kgf/cm ) 60 psi (420 kPa , 4.2 kgf/cm ) 453 2008 MDX
... CP 21 W 3 CP 55 W (H11) 3.4 W 21 W 3 CP 18 W 3 CP 5W 5W 8W 5W 2W 3.4 W Rear Under-hood See page 445 or the fuse label attached to the inside of a low beam headlight bulb should be performed by your dealer. See page 443 and 444 or the... fuse box cover. Replacement of the fuse box lid. See page 444 or the fuse label attached to the inside of the fuse box lid. Battery Capacity Alignment Toe-in Camber Caster Technical Information ... 104H T165/80D17 104M 32 psi (220 kPa , 2.2 kgf/cm ) 60 psi (420 kPa , 4.2 kgf/cm ) 453 2008 MDX