Owner's Manual
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...Driving (engine and transmission operation) ...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 Client Relations (U. 2009 MDX...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) ...
...Driving (engine and transmission operation) ...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 Client Relations (U. 2009 MDX...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) ...
Owner's Manual
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...;2 (P. 117) VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST SYSTEM OFF SWITCH (P. 359) MIRROR CONTROLS (P. 155) DRIVING POSITION MEMORY SYSTEM (P. 157) POWER DOOR LOCK MASTER SWITCH (P. 130) PARKING BRAKE RELEASE ... (P. 149) FUEL FILL DOOR RELEASE BUTTON (P. 323) HEADLIGHT/TURN SIGNAL/ FRONT FOG LIGHTS (P. 118) STEERING WHEEL AUDIO CONTROLS (P. 233) WINDSHIELD INSTRUMENT PANEL WIPERS/WASHERS BRIGHTNESS (P. 116) (P. 123) PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF INDICATOR (P.... HANDLE BUTTONꭧ2 (P. 132) (P. 325) STEERING WHEEL CRUISE CONTROL ADJUSTMENTS BUTTONS (P. 124) (P. 270) ꭧ1: To use the horn, press the center pad ...
...;2 (P. 117) VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST SYSTEM OFF SWITCH (P. 359) MIRROR CONTROLS (P. 155) DRIVING POSITION MEMORY SYSTEM (P. 157) POWER DOOR LOCK MASTER SWITCH (P. 130) PARKING BRAKE RELEASE ... (P. 149) FUEL FILL DOOR RELEASE BUTTON (P. 323) HEADLIGHT/TURN SIGNAL/ FRONT FOG LIGHTS (P. 118) STEERING WHEEL AUDIO CONTROLS (P. 233) WINDSHIELD INSTRUMENT PANEL WIPERS/WASHERS BRIGHTNESS (P. 116) (P. 123) PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF INDICATOR (P.... HANDLE BUTTONꭧ2 (P. 132) (P. 325) STEERING WHEEL CRUISE CONTROL ADJUSTMENTS BUTTONS (P. 124) (P. 270) ꭧ1: To use the horn, press the center pad ...
Owner's Manual
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...Hazard Warning Button ...122 Rear Window Defogger ...122 Instrument Panel Brightness ...123 Steering Wheel Adjustments ...124 Keys and Locks ...126 Immobilizer System ...128 Ignition Switch ...129...Transmitter ...135 Seats ...Detachable Anchor ...Seat Heaters...Power Windows ...Moonroof ...Parking Brake ...Mirrors ...Driving Position Memory System ...Interior Lights ...Interior Convenience Items ...Beverage Holders ...Console Compartment ...Storage ... 164 165 165 166 166 166 167 Instruments and Controls 2009 MDX 61 Main Menu Instruments and Controls This section gives information about the...
...Hazard Warning Button ...122 Rear Window Defogger ...122 Instrument Panel Brightness ...123 Steering Wheel Adjustments ...124 Keys and Locks ...126 Immobilizer System ...128 Ignition Switch ...129...Transmitter ...135 Seats ...Detachable Anchor ...Seat Heaters...Power Windows ...Moonroof ...Parking Brake ...Mirrors ...Driving Position Memory System ...Interior Lights ...Interior Convenience Items ...Beverage Holders ...Console Compartment ...Storage ... 164 165 165 166 166 166 167 Instruments and Controls 2009 MDX 61 Main Menu Instruments and Controls This section gives information about the...
Owner's Manual
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... to see the message (see page 82). Press the INFO button on the steering wheel (see page 73) to Park, and let the engine idle until the indicator goes out. Super Handling-All Wheel Drive (SH-AWD) Indicator This indicator normally comes on for a few seconds when you turn... the ignition switch to have it indicates the differential temperature is a system message on the multiinformation display. You will also see page 82). CONTINUED 2009 MDX 69 If this indicator ...
... to see the message (see page 82). Press the INFO button on the steering wheel (see page 73) to Park, and let the engine idle until the indicator goes out. Super Handling-All Wheel Drive (SH-AWD) Indicator This indicator normally comes on for a few seconds when you turn... the ignition switch to have it indicates the differential temperature is a system message on the multiinformation display. You will also see page 82). CONTINUED 2009 MDX 69 If this indicator ...
Owner's Manual
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...the ignition switch to the ON (II) position, your vehicle needs for continued trouble-free driving. 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). Some of the periodic maintenance your ... open the driver's door, a ''Welcome'' message is also displayed (see page 80) and you can customize your vehicle control settings (see page 74). CONTINUED 2009 MDX 73 In the multi-information display, the system message is shown on the multi-information display.
...the ignition switch to the ON (II) position, your vehicle needs for continued trouble-free driving. 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). Some of the periodic maintenance your ... open the driver's door, a ''Welcome'' message is also displayed (see page 80) and you can customize your vehicle control settings (see page 74). CONTINUED 2009 MDX 73 In the multi-information display, the system message is shown on the multi-information display.
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...Wheel HEADLIGHT/TURN SIGNAL/ FRONT FOG LIGHTS (P. 118) STEERING WHEEL WINDSHIELD AUDIO CONTROLS WIPERS/WASHERS (P. 233) (P. 116) INSTRUMENT PANEL BRIGHTNESS (P. 123) PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF INDICATOR (P. 34) HEADLIGHT WASHER SWITCHꭧ1 (P. 117) VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST SYSTEM OFF SWITCH (P. 360) MIRROR CONTROLS (P. 155) DRIVING...;2 SEAT HEATER SWITCHES (P. 148) ACTIVE DAMPER SYSTEM SWITCHꭧ1 (P. 361) HOOD RELEASE HANDLE (P. 325) STEERING WHEEL ADJUSTMENTS (P. 124) CRUISE CONTROL BUTTONS (P. 270) ꭧ1: If equipped ꭧ2: To use the horn, press the center pad of the steering...
...Wheel HEADLIGHT/TURN SIGNAL/ FRONT FOG LIGHTS (P. 118) STEERING WHEEL WINDSHIELD AUDIO CONTROLS WIPERS/WASHERS (P. 233) (P. 116) INSTRUMENT PANEL BRIGHTNESS (P. 123) PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF INDICATOR (P. 34) HEADLIGHT WASHER SWITCHꭧ1 (P. 117) VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST SYSTEM OFF SWITCH (P. 360) MIRROR CONTROLS (P. 155) DRIVING...;2 SEAT HEATER SWITCHES (P. 148) ACTIVE DAMPER SYSTEM SWITCHꭧ1 (P. 361) HOOD RELEASE HANDLE (P. 325) STEERING WHEEL ADJUSTMENTS (P. 124) CRUISE CONTROL BUTTONS (P. 270) ꭧ1: If equipped ꭧ2: To use the horn, press the center pad of the steering...
Owner's Manual
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.... ADJUSTMENT SWITCH Adjusting the steering wheel position while driving may cause you start driving. Main Menu Table Of Contents Steering Wheel Adjustments Make any steering wheel adjustment before you to lose control of the vehicle and be seriously injured in that you can see the instrument panel gauges and indicators. 124 2009 MDX Make sure the steering...
.... ADJUSTMENT SWITCH Adjusting the steering wheel position while driving may cause you start driving. Main Menu Table Of Contents Steering Wheel Adjustments Make any steering wheel adjustment before you to lose control of the vehicle and be seriously injured in that you can see the instrument panel gauges and indicators. 124 2009 MDX Make sure the steering...
Owner's Manual
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...also controlled by the driving position memory system (see page 99. Instruments and Controls 2009 MDX 125 The steering wheel automatically moves fully in and up . Main Menu Table Of Contents Steering Wheel Adjustments When you remove the key from the ignition switch, the steering wheel automatically moves fully ... the key into the ignition switch, and remove it. The steering wheel then returns to be reset when you insert the key back in the ignition switch. To change the ''AUTO TILT & TELESCOPE STEERING WHEEL'' setting, see page 157). If your vehicle's battery is disconnected ...
...also controlled by the driving position memory system (see page 99. Instruments and Controls 2009 MDX 125 The steering wheel automatically moves fully in and up . Main Menu Table Of Contents Steering Wheel Adjustments When you remove the key from the ignition switch, the steering wheel automatically moves fully ... the key into the ignition switch, and remove it. The steering wheel then returns to be reset when you insert the key back in the ignition switch. To change the ''AUTO TILT & TELESCOPE STEERING WHEEL'' setting, see page 157). If your vehicle's battery is disconnected ...
Owner's Manual
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...START (III) - Use this position. ON (II) - This is the normal key position when driving. LOCK (0) - You can remove the key from the ACCESSORY (I) to the ON (II) position. If the front wheels are turned, the anti-theft lock may make it difficult to the ON (II) position when... you turn the key. Instruments and Controls 2009 MDX 129 The switch returns to turn the key. Firmly turn the steering wheel to start the engine. Remove the key to turn the key to the LOCK (0) position, the shift lever ...
...START (III) - Use this position. ON (II) - This is the normal key position when driving. LOCK (0) - You can remove the key from the ACCESSORY (I) to the ON (II) position. If the front wheels are turned, the anti-theft lock may make it difficult to the ON (II) position when... you turn the key. Instruments and Controls 2009 MDX 129 The switch returns to turn the key. Firmly turn the steering wheel to start the engine. Remove the key to turn the key to the LOCK (0) position, the shift lever ...
Owner's Manual
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...200). The LED in the related memory button to the remote comes on. 2009 MDX 139 To turn off this feature, press and hold the LOCK and UNLOCK buttons...the driver's door with the remote: ● Customized settings (see page 83). The steering wheel will blink twice. You will blink once to that remote and restores the default settings. To ...on which linked remote transmitter is shown on , repeat this cancels the keyless memory settings for that remote. Driving position memory (see the ''WELCOME DRIVER 1'' or ''WELCOME DRIVER 2'' message on the multi-information display, depending...
...200). The LED in the related memory button to the remote comes on. 2009 MDX 139 To turn off this feature, press and hold the LOCK and UNLOCK buttons...the driver's door with the remote: ● Customized settings (see page 83). The steering wheel will blink twice. You will blink once to that remote and restores the default settings. To ...on which linked remote transmitter is shown on , repeat this cancels the keyless memory settings for that remote. Driving position memory (see the ''WELCOME DRIVER 1'' or ''WELCOME DRIVER 2'' message on the multi-information display, depending...
Owner's Manual
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... two beeps. Immediately press and hold one of the driver's seat, steering wheel, and outside mirrors for best visibility (see page 139. You cannot add a new driving position to the ON (II) position. Adjust the outside mirrors are now stored. CONTINUED 2009 MDX 157 The indicator in the memory button will hear a beep. Turn...
... two beeps. Immediately press and hold one of the driver's seat, steering wheel, and outside mirrors for best visibility (see page 139. You cannot add a new driving position to the ON (II) position. Adjust the outside mirrors are now stored. CONTINUED 2009 MDX 157 The indicator in the memory button will hear a beep. Turn...
Owner's Manual
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... after they are complete, you will hear two beeps, and the indicator will move the seat, steering wheel, and outside mirrors to add a new position while retaining the current one driving position. Press any of these actions: ● Not pressing a memory button within 5 seconds. Shift ... button. The system will remain on the control panel: MEMO, 1, or 2. To change the memorized position, the indicator in the driving position memory. 158 2009 MDX Storing a new position erases the previous setting stored in the selected memory button will go out. To keep this : 1. Make sure...
... after they are complete, you will hear two beeps, and the indicator will move the seat, steering wheel, and outside mirrors to add a new position while retaining the current one driving position. Press any of these actions: ● Not pressing a memory button within 5 seconds. Shift ... button. The system will remain on the control panel: MEMO, 1, or 2. To change the memorized position, the indicator in the driving position memory. 158 2009 MDX Storing a new position erases the previous setting stored in the selected memory button will go out. To keep this : 1. Make sure...
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... Use the mode control button to select the vents the air flows from the floor vents. 174 2009 MDX This button turns the rear window defogger off . To close the vents, rotate the wheel under each corner vent. Airflow is on the dashboard. For faster defrosting, manually set separately from ...have made. Some air will flow from the center and corner vents in all the windows before driving. Main Menu Table Of Contents Climate Control System Switch to recirculation mode when driving through all modes. Pushing this button also turns the power mirror heaters on and off and on ...
... Use the mode control button to select the vents the air flows from the floor vents. 174 2009 MDX This button turns the rear window defogger off . To close the vents, rotate the wheel under each corner vent. Airflow is on the dashboard. For faster defrosting, manually set separately from ...have made. Some air will flow from the center and corner vents in all the windows before driving. Main Menu Table Of Contents Climate Control System Switch to recirculation mode when driving through all modes. Pushing this button also turns the power mirror heaters on and off and on ...
Owner's Manual
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...button on open highways. Push in use of the cruise control can be used for city driving, winding roads, slippery roads, heavy rain, or bad weather. The CRUISE MAIN indicator on...the desired cruising speed above 25 mph (40 km/h) without keeping your foot on the steering wheel. It is now activated. Accelerate to a crash. Using Cruise Control CRUISE BUTTON RES/ACCEL BUTTON... 3. Use the cruise control only when traveling on the steering wheel. Press and release the SET/ DECEL button on the accelerator pedal. Main Menu Table Of ...
...button on open highways. Push in use of the cruise control can be used for city driving, winding roads, slippery roads, heavy rain, or bad weather. The CRUISE MAIN indicator on...the desired cruising speed above 25 mph (40 km/h) without keeping your foot on the steering wheel. It is now activated. Accelerate to a crash. Using Cruise Control CRUISE BUTTON RES/ACCEL BUTTON... 3. Use the cruise control only when traveling on the steering wheel. Press and release the SET/ DECEL button on the accelerator pedal. Main Menu Table Of ...
Owner's Manual
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Non-Acura wheels, because they are : ● ● Larger or smaller wheels and tires can interfere with the operation of your dealer. If you plan to deploy. Bef ore Driving ● ● CONTINUED 2009 MDX 331 Modifying your steering wheel or any other part of your vehicle's anti-lock brakes and other systems. Lowering your vehicle's handling, stability...
Non-Acura wheels, because they are : ● ● Larger or smaller wheels and tires can interfere with the operation of your dealer. If you plan to deploy. Bef ore Driving ● ● CONTINUED 2009 MDX 331 Modifying your steering wheel or any other part of your vehicle's anti-lock brakes and other systems. Lowering your vehicle's handling, stability...
Owner's Manual
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...-All 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®), aka Electronic Stability Control (ESC), System ...359 Active Damper System ...361 Towing a Trailer...363 Trailer Stability Assist ...376 Off-Highway Driving Guidelines...378 Driving 2009 MDX...
...-All 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®), aka Electronic Stability Control (ESC), System ...359 Active Damper System ...361 Towing a Trailer...363 Trailer Stability Assist ...376 Off-Highway Driving Guidelines...378 Driving 2009 MDX...
Owner's Manual
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... rear (LR), has its own torque indicator. 348 2009 MDX When there is only a slight change in torque distribution. TORQUE INDICATOR The SH-AWD torque distribution monitor on level roads at reasonable speeds and to the driving conditions. Main Menu Table Of Contents Super Handling-All Wheel Drive™ (SH-AWD®) System The super...
... rear (LR), has its own torque indicator. 348 2009 MDX When there is only a slight change in torque distribution. TORQUE INDICATOR The SH-AWD torque distribution monitor on level roads at reasonable speeds and to the driving conditions. Main Menu Table Of Contents Super Handling-All Wheel Drive™ (SH-AWD®) System The super...
Owner's Manual
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Have your vehicle to a dealer to have the advantages of the road when it indicates the differential temperature is too high. Driving If the SH-AWD indicator blinks while driving, it is problem with vehicle stability assist (VSA), but does not have it checked. You will also see an ''SH...the engine idle until the indicator goes out. 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. 2009 MDX 349 If the SH-AWD indicator on the instrument panel stays on, and the ''CHECK SH...
Have your vehicle to a dealer to have the advantages of the road when it indicates the differential temperature is too high. Driving If the SH-AWD indicator blinks while driving, it is problem with vehicle stability assist (VSA), but does not have it checked. You will also see an ''SH...the engine idle until the indicator goes out. 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. 2009 MDX 349 If the SH-AWD indicator on the instrument panel stays on, and the ''CHECK SH...
Owner's Manual
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... than conditions permit. ● ● ● ● 378 2009 MDX Keep your speed low, and never go faster than it requires somewhat different driving skills. But its higher ground clearance and super handling-all wheel drive (SH-AWD) system allow . Your vehicle will find that it does on ...section, and get acquainted with your cargo load limits (see page 333 and 364). Main Menu Table Of Contents Off-Highway Driving Guidelines General Information Your vehicle has been designed primarily for trailblazing, mountain climbing, or other challenging off -pavement can cause an...
... than conditions permit. ● ● ● ● 378 2009 MDX Keep your speed low, and never go faster than it requires somewhat different driving skills. But its higher ground clearance and super handling-all wheel drive (SH-AWD) system allow . Your vehicle will find that it does on ...section, and get acquainted with your cargo load limits (see page 333 and 364). Main Menu Table Of Contents Off-Highway Driving Guidelines General Information Your vehicle has been designed primarily for trailblazing, mountain climbing, or other challenging off -pavement can cause an...
Owner's Manual
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... Position Memory ...157 Stereo Sound System ...180, 181, 200 Storage Compartment ...164 Storing Your Vehicle ...422 Sunglasses Holder ...165 Sun Visor ...166 Super Handling-All Wheel Drive™ (SH-AWD®) System ...348 Supplemental Restraint System ...9, 24 Servicing ...35 SRS Indicator ...33, 66 System Components ...24 Synthetic Oil ...394 T Tachometer ...72... ...179 Temperature, Outside ...76 Tensioners, Seat Belts ...22 Tether Anchorage Points ...51 Theft Protection, Radio ...235 Three Way Catalytic Converter ...462 Tilt/Telescopic Steering Wheel ...124 Timing Belt ...402 X 2009 MDX
... Position Memory ...157 Stereo Sound System ...180, 181, 200 Storage Compartment ...164 Storing Your Vehicle ...422 Sunglasses Holder ...165 Sun Visor ...166 Super Handling-All Wheel Drive™ (SH-AWD®) System ...348 Supplemental Restraint System ...9, 24 Servicing ...35 SRS Indicator ...33, 66 System Components ...24 Synthetic Oil ...394 T Tachometer ...72... ...179 Temperature, Outside ...76 Tensioners, Seat Belts ...22 Tether Anchorage Points ...51 Theft Protection, Radio ...235 Three Way Catalytic Converter ...462 Tilt/Telescopic Steering Wheel ...124 Timing Belt ...402 X 2009 MDX