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...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 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 controls) ..., 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-
...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 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 controls) ..., 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-
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... to use the controls on the dashboard and steering column. plus what you need to know if you need when you pull up to the fuel pump. 2 2009 MDX Refer to the dealer for any reason. Index Service Information Summary A summary of the information you need to take your vehicle to your new...
... to use the controls on the dashboard and steering column. plus what you need to know if you need when you pull up to the fuel pump. 2 2009 MDX Refer to the dealer for any reason. Index Service Information Summary A summary of the information you need to take your vehicle to your new...
Owner's Manual
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... Glance DRIVER'S FRONT AIRBAG (P. 9, 27) DRIVING POSITION MEMORY SYSTEM (P. 157) POWER DOOR LOCK MASTER SWITCH (P. 130) PARKING BRAKE RELEASE HANDLE (P. 153) POWER WINDOW SWITCHES (P. 149) FUEL FILL DOOR RELEASE BUTTON (P. 323) POWER TAILGATE BUTTONꭧ (P. 132) HOOD RELEASE HANDLE (P. 325) INSTRUMENT PANEL INDICATORS (P. 63) GAUGES (P. 72) HomeLink® BUTTONS (P. 276) MOONROOF... CONTROL SYSTEM (P. 175) Your Vehicle at a Glance PARKING BRAKE PEDAL (P. 153) AUXILIARY INPUT JACKSꭧ (P. 267) HEADPHONE CONNECTORSꭧ (P. 268) ꭧ: If equipped CONTINUED 2009 MDX 3
... Glance DRIVER'S FRONT AIRBAG (P. 9, 27) DRIVING POSITION MEMORY SYSTEM (P. 157) POWER DOOR LOCK MASTER SWITCH (P. 130) PARKING BRAKE RELEASE HANDLE (P. 153) POWER WINDOW SWITCHES (P. 149) FUEL FILL DOOR RELEASE BUTTON (P. 323) POWER TAILGATE BUTTONꭧ (P. 132) HOOD RELEASE HANDLE (P. 325) INSTRUMENT PANEL INDICATORS (P. 63) GAUGES (P. 72) HomeLink® BUTTONS (P. 276) MOONROOF... CONTROL SYSTEM (P. 175) Your Vehicle at a Glance PARKING BRAKE PEDAL (P. 153) AUXILIARY INPUT JACKSꭧ (P. 267) HEADPHONE CONNECTORSꭧ (P. 268) ꭧ: If equipped CONTINUED 2009 MDX 3
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... SWITCH (P. 359) 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 SWITCHES (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...) (P. 325) STEERING WHEEL CRUISE CONTROL ADJUSTMENTS BUTTONS (P. 124) (P. 270) ꭧ1: To use the horn, press the center pad of the steering wheel. ꭧ2: If equipped 4 2009 MDX
... SWITCH (P. 359) 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 SWITCHES (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...) (P. 325) STEERING WHEEL CRUISE CONTROL ADJUSTMENTS BUTTONS (P. 124) (P. 270) ꭧ1: To use the horn, press the center pad of the steering wheel. ꭧ2: If equipped 4 2009 MDX
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... Table Of Contents Control Locations DRIVING POSITION MEMORY SYSTEM (P. 157) POWER DOOR LOCK MASTER SWITCH (P. 130) PARKING BRAKE RELEASE HANDLE (P. 153) POWER WINDOW SWITCHES (P. 149) FUEL FILL DOOR RELEASE BUTTON (P. 323) POWER TAILGATE BUTTONꭧ (P. 132) HOOD RELEASE HANDLE (P. 325) INSTRUMENT PANEL INDICATORS (P. 63) GAUGES (P. 72) HomeLink® BUTTONS (P. 276) ...) AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION (P. 341) REAR CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM (P. 175) PARKING BRAKE PEDAL (P. 153) AUXILIARY INPUT JACKSꭧ (P. 267) HEADPHONE CONNECTORSꭧ (P. 268) ꭧ: If equipped 62 2009 MDX
... Table Of Contents Control Locations DRIVING POSITION MEMORY SYSTEM (P. 157) POWER DOOR LOCK MASTER SWITCH (P. 130) PARKING BRAKE RELEASE HANDLE (P. 153) POWER WINDOW SWITCHES (P. 149) FUEL FILL DOOR RELEASE BUTTON (P. 323) POWER TAILGATE BUTTONꭧ (P. 132) HOOD RELEASE HANDLE (P. 325) INSTRUMENT PANEL INDICATORS (P. 63) GAUGES (P. 72) HomeLink® BUTTONS (P. 276) ...) AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION (P. 341) REAR CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM (P. 175) PARKING BRAKE PEDAL (P. 153) AUXILIARY INPUT JACKSꭧ (P. 267) HEADPHONE CONNECTORSꭧ (P. 268) ꭧ: If equipped 62 2009 MDX
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...INDICATOR LAMP (P. 437) SH-AWD INDICATOR (P. 69) IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM INDICATOR (P. 70) CHARGING SYSTEM INDICATOR (P. 65) A/T TEMPERATURE INDICATOR (P. 68) LOW TIRE PRESSURE INDICATOR (P. 68) LOW FUEL INDICATOR (P. 71) CRUISE CONTROL INDICATOR (P. 70) CRUISE MAIN INDICATOR (P. 70) SECURITY SYSTEM INDICATOR (P. 71) PARKING BRAKE AND BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR (P. 65) VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST (VSA... (P. 65) FOG LIGHT INDICATOR (P. 70) VSA ACTIVATION INDICATOR (P. 67) ꭧ: If equipped The U.S. Differences for the Canadian models are noted in the text. 2009 MDX 63 instrument panel is shown.
...INDICATOR LAMP (P. 437) SH-AWD INDICATOR (P. 69) IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM INDICATOR (P. 70) CHARGING SYSTEM INDICATOR (P. 65) A/T TEMPERATURE INDICATOR (P. 68) LOW TIRE PRESSURE INDICATOR (P. 68) LOW FUEL INDICATOR (P. 71) CRUISE CONTROL INDICATOR (P. 70) CRUISE MAIN INDICATOR (P. 70) SECURITY SYSTEM INDICATOR (P. 71) PARKING BRAKE AND BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR (P. 65) VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST (VSA... (P. 65) FOG LIGHT INDICATOR (P. 70) VSA ACTIVATION INDICATOR (P. 67) ꭧ: If equipped The U.S. Differences for the Canadian models are noted in the text. 2009 MDX 63 instrument panel is shown.
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If it is not a properly coded key, the indicator will blink, and the engine's fuel system will also sound when you open the driver's door. For more information, see page 270). This indicator will remain on briefly when you turn ... on automatically. It comes on . A reminder chime will be disabled (see page 120. Cruise Control Indicator This indicator comes on operating the cruise control. 70 2009 MDX See page 270 for information on when you turn the ignition switch to the ACCESSORY (I) or the LOCK (0) position without turning off if you turn...
If it is not a properly coded key, the indicator will blink, and the engine's fuel system will also sound when you open the driver's door. For more information, see page 270). This indicator will remain on briefly when you turn ... on automatically. It comes on . A reminder chime will be disabled (see page 120. Cruise Control Indicator This indicator comes on operating the cruise control. 70 2009 MDX See page 270 for information on when you turn the ignition switch to the ACCESSORY (I) or the LOCK (0) position without turning off if you turn...
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... on , there is about 2.9 U.S. For more information on at any other time, there is a problem in the tank. Low Fuel Indicator Security System Indicator Instruments and Controls LOW FUEL INDICATOR SECURITY SYSTEM INDICATOR This indicator comes on , the comfort button will not work, and the system will also see page... as soon as a reminder that you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position. While this indicator comes on the security system. 2009 MDX 71 See page 269 for a few seconds when you must refuel soon. When the needle reaches E, there is a very small amount of...
... on , there is about 2.9 U.S. For more information on at any other time, there is a problem in the tank. Low Fuel Indicator Security System Indicator Instruments and Controls LOW FUEL INDICATOR SECURITY SYSTEM INDICATOR This indicator comes on , the comfort button will not work, and the system will also see page... as soon as a reminder that you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position. While this indicator comes on the security system. 2009 MDX 71 See page 269 for a few seconds when you must refuel soon. When the needle reaches E, there is a very small amount of...
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... the temperature of the road. TACHOMETER TEMPERATURE GAUGE SPEEDOMETER FUEL GAUGE Avoid driving with an extremely low fuel level. U.S. It may rise to the side of the engine's coolant. model is shown. 72 2009 MDX For instructions and precautions on checking the engine's cooling system..., see page 434. Fuel Gauge This shows how much fuel you have. During normal operation, the pointer should rise to misfire, damaging ...
... the temperature of the road. TACHOMETER TEMPERATURE GAUGE SPEEDOMETER FUEL GAUGE Avoid driving with an extremely low fuel level. U.S. It may rise to the side of the engine's coolant. model is shown. 72 2009 MDX For instructions and precautions on checking the engine's cooling system..., see page 434. Fuel Gauge This shows how much fuel you have. During normal operation, the pointer should rise to misfire, damaging ...
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... 92). In the customizing mode, you can adjust the outside Fahrenheit temperature in Canadian models. 76 2009 MDX You can set Trip A and average fuel economy A to reset at the same time. When you reset Trip B, average fuel economy B is displayed. In certain weather conditions, temperature readings near freezing (32°F, 0°C) could mean... speed is forming on the road surface. models, and Celsius temperature in U.S. Main Menu Table Of Contents Multi-Information Display When you reset Trip A, average fuel economy A is in the front bumper.
... 92). In the customizing mode, you can adjust the outside Fahrenheit temperature in Canadian models. 76 2009 MDX You can set Trip A and average fuel economy A to reset at the same time. When you reset Trip B, average fuel economy B is displayed. In certain weather conditions, temperature readings near freezing (32°F, 0°C) could mean... speed is forming on the road surface. models, and Celsius temperature in U.S. Main Menu Table Of Contents Multi-Information Display When you reset Trip A, average fuel economy A is in the front bumper.
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... to the HFL and how to ''AVERAGE SPEED/ELAPSED TIME''. 78 2009 MDX Not all cell phones are compatible with this system. When the main menu displays ''TRIP COMPUTER'', pressing the SEL/ RESET button changes the display to ''AVERAGE FUEL A/RANGE'' to ''AVERAGE FUEL B/RANGE'' and to receive or make phone calls from your...
... to the HFL and how to ''AVERAGE SPEED/ELAPSED TIME''. 78 2009 MDX Not all cell phones are compatible with this system. When the main menu displays ''TRIP COMPUTER'', pressing the SEL/ RESET button changes the display to ''AVERAGE FUEL A/RANGE'' to ''AVERAGE FUEL B/RANGE'' and to receive or make phone calls from your...
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To reset the AVERAGE SPEED you can travel on the fuel remaining in miles per hour (km/h) for U.S. CONTINUED 2009 MDX 79 This shows the estimated distance you have traveled, press and hold the SEL/RESET button until the number resets. This distance is reset. ..., traffic, etc. models) or liter/100 km (Canadian models) since you are traveling in the fuel tank. models or kilometers per hour (mph) for Canadian models. You can customize the Trip A and AVERAGE FUEL A reset condition on the multiinformation display (see page 92). You can customize the ELAPSED TIME reset ...
To reset the AVERAGE SPEED you can travel on the fuel remaining in miles per hour (km/h) for U.S. CONTINUED 2009 MDX 79 This shows the estimated distance you have traveled, press and hold the SEL/RESET button until the number resets. This distance is reset. ..., traffic, etc. models) or liter/100 km (Canadian models) since you are traveling in the fuel tank. models or kilometers per hour (mph) for Canadian models. You can customize the Trip A and AVERAGE FUEL A reset condition on the multiinformation display (see page 92). You can customize the ELAPSED TIME reset ...
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...your liking. 95 98 99 Changes the driver's seat, the steering wheel, and the outside temperature reading above or below its current reading. FUEL RESET with REFUEL ADJUST ALARM VOLUME ELAPSED TIME RESET Changes the outside mirror positions to reset when you refuel. Causes trip meter A and ...the average fuel economy to a stored setting. Moves the steering wheel fully in the display. DISPLAY TRIP A & AVG. Main Menu Table Of Contents Multi-...
...your liking. 95 98 99 Changes the driver's seat, the steering wheel, and the outside temperature reading above or below its current reading. FUEL RESET with REFUEL ADJUST ALARM VOLUME ELAPSED TIME RESET Changes the outside mirror positions to reset when you refuel. Causes trip meter A and ...the average fuel economy to a stored setting. Moves the steering wheel fully in the display. DISPLAY TRIP A & AVG. Main Menu Table Of Contents Multi-...
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Each time you want to customize, then press the SEL/RESET button to enter the customize mode. FUEL RESET with REFUEL ADJUST ALARM VOLUME ELAPSED TIME RESET AUTO INTERIOR ILLUMINATION Instruments and Controls ● ● ● ● ● While METER SETUP is ...shown, press the SEL/RESET button to enter your selection. SEL/RESET BUTTON INFO (▲/▼) BUTTON CONTINUED 2009 MDX 89 Press the INFO (▲/▼) button until you see the setting you press the INFO (▲/▼) button, the screen changes as shown in...
Each time you want to customize, then press the SEL/RESET button to enter the customize mode. FUEL RESET with REFUEL ADJUST ALARM VOLUME ELAPSED TIME RESET AUTO INTERIOR ILLUMINATION Instruments and Controls ● ● ● ● ● While METER SETUP is ...shown, press the SEL/RESET button to enter your selection. SEL/RESET BUTTON INFO (▲/▼) BUTTON CONTINUED 2009 MDX 89 Press the INFO (▲/▼) button until you see the setting you press the INFO (▲/▼) button, the screen changes as shown in...
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... these instructions: You can choose this customize item from ''METER SETUP'' by pressing the SEL/ RESET button. Fuel Reset With Refuel To cause Trip A and AVG. FUEL to see the selections. When your selection by pressing the INFO (▲/▼) button repeatedly. If the ''...SETTING INCOMPLETE'' message appears, go back to the customize item screen. FUEL RESET with REFUEL'' and repeat the procedure again. 92 2009 MDX Select ON or OFF by pressing the INFO (▲/▼) button, then enter your selection is successfully completed...
... these instructions: You can choose this customize item from ''METER SETUP'' by pressing the SEL/ RESET button. Fuel Reset With Refuel To cause Trip A and AVG. FUEL to see the selections. When your selection by pressing the INFO (▲/▼) button repeatedly. If the ''...SETTING INCOMPLETE'' message appears, go back to the customize item screen. FUEL RESET with REFUEL'' and repeat the procedure again. 92 2009 MDX Select ON or OFF by pressing the INFO (▲/▼) button, then enter your selection is successfully completed...
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...) 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) POWER WINDOW SWITCHES (P. 149) FUEL FILL DOOR RELEASE BUTTON (P. 323) POWER TAILGATE BUTTONꭧ1 (P. 132) Instruments and Controls HAZARD WARNING BUTTON (P. 122) REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER (P. 122) ACCESSORY POWER SOCKETS (P. 166... (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. 2009 MDX 115
...) 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) POWER WINDOW SWITCHES (P. 149) FUEL FILL DOOR RELEASE BUTTON (P. 323) POWER TAILGATE BUTTONꭧ1 (P. 132) Instruments and Controls HAZARD WARNING BUTTON (P. 122) REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER (P. 122) ACCESSORY POWER SOCKETS (P. 166... (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. 2009 MDX 115
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...void the user's authority to the ON (II) position again. If you have lost your key and you leave the vehicle alone. 128 2009 MDX This device complies with you whenever you cannot start the engine, contact your vehicle inoperable. Do not attempt to alter this system or add ... this device must accept any interference that may not recognize your key's coding if another immobilizer key or other device) is used, the engine's fuel system is subject to blink, it . Operation is disabled. Operation is near the ignition switch when you turn the ignition switch to operate the ...
...void the user's authority to the ON (II) position again. If you have lost your key and you leave the vehicle alone. 128 2009 MDX This device complies with you whenever you cannot start the engine, contact your vehicle inoperable. Do not attempt to alter this system or add ... this device must accept any interference that may not recognize your key's coding if another immobilizer key or other device) is used, the engine's fuel system is subject to blink, it . Operation is disabled. Operation is near the ignition switch when you turn the ignition switch to operate the ...
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... plan to add any accessories to check the levels of important fluids. The information in Period ...Fuel Recommendation ...Service Station Procedures ...Refueling...Tighten Fuel Cap Message ...Opening and Closing the Hood ...Oil Check ...Engine Coolant Check ...Fuel Economy ...Accessories and Modifications ...Carrying Cargo ...322 322 323 323 324 325 326 326 327 330...
... plan to add any accessories to check the levels of important fluids. The information in Period ...Fuel Recommendation ...Service Station Procedures ...Refueling...Tighten Fuel Cap Message ...Opening and Closing the Hood ...Oil Check ...Engine Coolant Check ...Fuel Economy ...Accessories and Modifications ...Carrying Cargo ...322 322 323 323 324 325 326 326 327 330...
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...operate on . If this period: ● Avoid full-throttle starts and rapid acceleration. The use of gasoline that help prevent fuel system and engine deposits. The long-term use gasoline containing methanol. Some gasoline today is unavailable, regular unleaded gasoline with an overhauled... or exchanged engine, or when the brakes are replaced. 322 2009 MDX If you drive during the first 600 miles (1,000 km). For further important fuel-related information, please refer to your vehicle's future reliability and performance by volume.
...operate on . If this period: ● Avoid full-throttle starts and rapid acceleration. The use of gasoline that help prevent fuel system and engine deposits. The long-term use gasoline containing methanol. Some gasoline today is unavailable, regular unleaded gasoline with an overhauled... or exchanged engine, or when the brakes are replaced. 322 2009 MDX If you drive during the first 600 miles (1,000 km). For further important fuel-related information, please refer to your vehicle's future reliability and performance by volume.
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... with the driver's side closest to ''top off even FUEL FILL CAP TETHER Push HOLDER though the tank is highly flammable and explosive. Handle fuel only outdoors. Wipe up spills immediately. ● ● CONTINUED 2009 MDX 323 The system helps keep heat, sparks, and flame away.... If this does not fix the problem, consult your vehicle's fuel vapor recovery system. Try filling at another...
... with the driver's side closest to ''top off even FUEL FILL CAP TETHER Push HOLDER though the tank is highly flammable and explosive. Handle fuel only outdoors. Wipe up spills immediately. ● ● CONTINUED 2009 MDX 323 The system helps keep heat, sparks, and flame away.... If this does not fix the problem, consult your vehicle's fuel vapor recovery system. Try filling at another...