Owner's Manual
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... monoxide gas is toxic. Avoid any enclosed areas or activities that may have damaged the underside. ● ● 58 2009 MDX Select the fresh air mode. 2. Have the exhaust system inspected for an oil change in normal driving if you must drive with the garage door closed. If you maintain your parked vehicle...
... monoxide gas is toxic. Avoid any enclosed areas or activities that may have damaged the underside. ● ● 58 2009 MDX Select the fresh air mode. 2. Have the exhaust system inspected for an oil change in normal driving if you must drive with the garage door closed. If you maintain your parked vehicle...
Owner's Manual
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... 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) SYSTEM INDICATOR (P. 67) LOW OIL PRESSURE INDICATOR (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...
... 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) SYSTEM INDICATOR (P. 67) LOW OIL PRESSURE INDICATOR (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...
Owner's Manual
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... Indicator The engine can be severely damaged if this indicator comes on when the engine is running , or if a ''CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL'' message is on the multi-information display (see page 81). It is not being charged, and you will also see a ''LOW ...For more information, see a ''CHECK EMISSION SYSTEM'' message on when you turn the ignition switch to check the parking brake. Instruments and Controls CONTINUED 2009 MDX 65 Malfunction Indicator Lamp You will also see a ''RELEASE PARKING BRAKE'' message on the multi-information display. If it can damage the rear brakes,...
... Indicator The engine can be severely damaged if this indicator comes on when the engine is running , or if a ''CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL'' message is on the multi-information display (see page 81). It is not being charged, and you will also see a ''LOW ...For more information, see a ''CHECK EMISSION SYSTEM'' message on when you turn the ignition switch to check the parking brake. Instruments and Controls CONTINUED 2009 MDX 65 Malfunction Indicator Lamp You will also see a ''RELEASE PARKING BRAKE'' message on the multi-information display. If it can damage the rear brakes,...
Owner's Manual
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...SH-AWD or TIRE PRESSURE, pressing the SEL/RESET button changes the display to ''trip meter/ odometer outside temperature/ odometer'' and ''engine oil life/ odometer''. To reset a trip meter, display it . ODOMETER The odometer shows the total distance your vehicle has been driven. ...federal law and Canadian provincial regulations to disconnect, reset, or alter the odometer with the intent to ''0.0.'' CONTINUED 2009 MDX 75 Main Menu Table Of Contents Multi-Information Display Odometer Trip Meter TRIP METER Instruments and Controls When the main menu is illegal...
...SH-AWD or TIRE PRESSURE, pressing the SEL/RESET button changes the display to ''trip meter/ odometer outside temperature/ odometer'' and ''engine oil life/ odometer''. To reset a trip meter, display it . ODOMETER The odometer shows the total distance your vehicle has been driven. ...federal law and Canadian provincial regulations to disconnect, reset, or alter the odometer with the intent to ''0.0.'' CONTINUED 2009 MDX 75 Main Menu Table Of Contents Multi-Information Display Odometer Trip Meter TRIP METER Instruments and Controls When the main menu is illegal...
Owner's Manual
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...accumulated engine revolutions. If one or more information, see the pressure of the engine oil. Canada This shows the remaining life of each wheel. You can see page 351. CONTINUED 2009 MDX 77 This monitor shows how much torque is reset. Main Menu Table Of Contents ...Multi-Information Display Engine Oil Life ENGINE OIL LIFE SH-AWD Torque Distribution Monitor Tire Pressure Monitor Instruments and Controls ...
...accumulated engine revolutions. If one or more information, see the pressure of the engine oil. Canada This shows the remaining life of each wheel. You can see page 351. CONTINUED 2009 MDX 77 This monitor shows how much torque is reset. Main Menu Table Of Contents ...Multi-Information Display Engine Oil Life ENGINE OIL LIFE SH-AWD Torque Distribution Monitor Tire Pressure Monitor Instruments and Controls ...
Owner's Manual
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..., the multi-information display will also hear a beep when the system message comes on for example, the engine oil level is low or a door is a problem with one or more messages. 80 2009 MDX Even if you the problem. You can see the message(s) again by interrupting the current display with your vehicle...
..., the multi-information display will also hear a beep when the system message comes on for example, the engine oil level is low or a door is a problem with one or more messages. 80 2009 MDX Even if you the problem. You can see the message(s) again by interrupting the current display with your vehicle...
Owner's Manual
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... 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 ...322 322 323 323 324 325 326 326 327 330 332 Bef ore Driving...
... 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 ...322 322 323 323 324 325 326 326 327 330 332 Bef ore Driving...
Owner's Manual
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..., try another service station or switch to your dealer for the first 200 miles (300 km). Do not change the oil until the multi-information display indicates it is designed to operate on premium unleaded gasoline with these recommendations with oxygenates such as...trailer. ● ● Fuel Recommendation Your vehicle is blended with an overhauled or exchanged engine, or when the brakes are replaced. 322 2009 MDX If this period: ● Avoid full-throttle starts and rapid acceleration. For further important fuel-related information, please refer to another brand ...
..., try another service station or switch to your dealer for the first 200 miles (300 km). Do not change the oil until the multi-information display indicates it is designed to operate on premium unleaded gasoline with these recommendations with oxygenates such as...trailer. ● ● Fuel Recommendation Your vehicle is blended with an overhauled or exchanged engine, or when the brakes are replaced. 322 2009 MDX If this period: ● Avoid full-throttle starts and rapid acceleration. For further important fuel-related information, please refer to another brand ...
Owner's Manual
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... should be between the MAX and MIN lines. If it is near or below the MIN line, see Adding Engine Oil on your vehicle. 326 2009 MDX Make sure it is between the upper and lower marks. Look at the coolant level in the radiator reserve tank. If it is below the ... mark, see Adding Engine Coolant on page 396 for information about checking other items on page 393. Main Menu Table Of Contents Service Station Procedures Oil Check DIPSTICK Engine Coolant Check RESERVE TANK UPPER MARK LOWER MARK MIN MAX Wait a few minutes after turning the engine off the dipstick with a ...
... should be between the MAX and MIN lines. If it is near or below the MIN line, see Adding Engine Oil on your vehicle. 326 2009 MDX Make sure it is between the upper and lower marks. Look at the coolant level in the radiator reserve tank. If it is below the ... mark, see Adding Engine Coolant on page 396 for information about checking other items on page 393. Main Menu Table Of Contents Service Station Procedures Oil Check DIPSTICK Engine Coolant Check RESERVE TANK UPPER MARK LOWER MARK MIN MAX Wait a few minutes after turning the engine off the dipstick with a ...
Owner's Manual
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... increasing fuel consumption. Poor maintenance can lower your vehicle's fuel economy: ● ● Use the recommended viscosity motor oil, displaying the API Certification Seal (see Owner's Maintenance Checks on page 389). For example: Drive Efficiently ● Drive ...moderately - Rapid acceleration, abrupt cornering, and hard braking increase fuel consumption. 328 2009 MDX Frequent cleaning helps your vehicle according to increased drag. Always maintain your fuel economy. ● Aggressive driving (hard acceleration...
... increasing fuel consumption. Poor maintenance can lower your vehicle's fuel economy: ● ● Use the recommended viscosity motor oil, displaying the API Certification Seal (see Owner's Maintenance Checks on page 389). For example: Drive Efficiently ● Drive ...moderately - Rapid acceleration, abrupt cornering, and hard braking increase fuel consumption. 328 2009 MDX Frequent cleaning helps your vehicle according to increased drag. Always maintain your fuel economy. ● Aggressive driving (hard acceleration...
Owner's Manual
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Maintenance Safety ...Maintenance Minder ...Fluid Locations ...Engine Compartment Cover...Adding Engine Oil ...Changing the Engine Oil and Filter ...Engine Coolant ...Windshield Washers ...Automatic Transmission Fluid ...Brake Fluid ...Power Steering Fluid ...Timing Belt ...Lights...Dust and Pollen Filter ...Cleaning the Seat...Battery ...Vehicle Storage ...382 383 391 392 393 394 396 398 399 401 402 402 403 409 409 410 411 415 421 422 Maintenance 2009 MDX 381 Main Menu Maintenance This section explains why it is important to keep your dealer. If you have the skills and tools to perform more...
Maintenance Safety ...Maintenance Minder ...Fluid Locations ...Engine Compartment Cover...Adding Engine Oil ...Changing the Engine Oil and Filter ...Engine Coolant ...Windshield Washers ...Automatic Transmission Fluid ...Brake Fluid ...Power Steering Fluid ...Timing Belt ...Lights...Dust and Pollen Filter ...Cleaning the Seat...Battery ...Vehicle Storage ...382 383 391 392 393 394 396 398 399 401 402 402 403 409 409 410 411 415 421 422 Maintenance 2009 MDX 381 Main Menu Maintenance This section explains why it is important to keep your dealer. If you have the skills and tools to perform more...
Owner's Manual
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... Engine Oil Life Oil Life (%) (%) 100% - 91% 100% 90% - 81% 90% 80% - 71% 80% 70% - 61% 70% 60% - 51% 60% 50% 50% - 41% 40% - 31% 40% 30% - 21% 30% 20% - 16% 20% 15% - 11% 15% 10% - 6% 10% 5% - 1% 5% 0% 0% Maintenance 2009 MDX 383... To see the remaining engine oil life displayed on the steering wheel repeatedly until the engine...
... Engine Oil Life Oil Life (%) (%) 100% - 91% 100% 90% - 81% 90% 80% - 71% 80% 70% - 61% 70% 60% - 51% 60% 50% 50% - 41% 40% - 31% 40% 30% - 21% 30% 20% - 16% 20% 15% - 11% 15% 10% - 6% 10% 5% - 1% 5% 0% 0% Maintenance 2009 MDX 383... To see the remaining engine oil life displayed on the steering wheel repeatedly until the engine...
Owner's Manual
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When you see page 383). 384 2009 MDX Press the SEL/RESET button on the lower part of the multiinformation display when the calculated engine oil life is 1-5 percent (see this message have the indicated maintenance performed as soon as possible. Main Menu Table Of Contents Maintenance ...the maintenance schedule code indicating the main and sub items required at the time of the maintenance main items and sub items. When the remaining oil life is 1 to 5 percent, the multi-information display shows a ''SERVICE DUE NOW'' message with the same maintenance items ''SERVICE DUE SOON''...
When you see page 383). 384 2009 MDX Press the SEL/RESET button on the lower part of the multiinformation display when the calculated engine oil life is 1-5 percent (see this message have the indicated maintenance performed as soon as possible. Main Menu Table Of Contents Maintenance ...the maintenance schedule code indicating the main and sub items required at the time of the maintenance main items and sub items. When the remaining oil life is 1 to 5 percent, the multi-information display shows a ''SERVICE DUE NOW'' message with the same maintenance items ''SERVICE DUE SOON''...
Owner's Manual
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...with ''0%'', and the maintenance item code are displayed on the steering wheel is 0-1%. Press the ▼ or ▲ button to reset the oil life minder as previously described. models) or 10 km (for U.S. This message is displayed when the total mileage is not done and the remaining engine... item code(s). Press the SEL/RESET button on every time you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position. Maintenance CONTINUED 2009 MDX 385 Main Menu Table Of Contents Maintenance Minder These messages will come on the steering wheel repeatedly to select the engine...
...with ''0%'', and the maintenance item code are displayed on the steering wheel is 0-1%. Press the ▼ or ▲ button to reset the oil life minder as previously described. models) or 10 km (for U.S. This message is displayed when the total mileage is not done and the remaining engine... item code(s). Press the SEL/RESET button on every time you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position. Maintenance CONTINUED 2009 MDX 385 Main Menu Table Of Contents Maintenance Minder These messages will come on the steering wheel repeatedly to select the engine...
Owner's Manual
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... or ▲ button on the lower part of the multi-information display. 386 2009 MDX CANADA MAINTENANCE CODE CANADA TOTAL PAST DUE MILEAGE If the indicated required service is not done and the remaining engine oil life becomes 0%, the multiinformation display will show a ''SERVICE PAST DUE'' message,... the total mileage after the oil life became 0%, will be displayed on the steering wheel is displayed when you...
... or ▲ button on the lower part of the multi-information display. 386 2009 MDX CANADA MAINTENANCE CODE CANADA TOTAL PAST DUE MILEAGE If the indicated required service is not done and the remaining engine oil life becomes 0%, the multiinformation display will show a ''SERVICE PAST DUE'' message,... the total mileage after the oil life became 0%, will be displayed on the steering wheel is displayed when you...
Owner's Manual
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... (▲/▼) button, then press the SEL/ RESET button to cancel the oil life reset mode, select ''CANCEL.'' Maintenance CONTINUED 2009 MDX 387 For an explanation of the maintenance codes, see ''OIL LIFE 100%'' on the multiinformation display. Select ''RESET'' by someone other than ...10 seconds. The maintenance item code(s) will disappear, and the engine oil life will be shown on...
... (▲/▼) button, then press the SEL/ RESET button to cancel the oil life reset mode, select ''CANCEL.'' Maintenance CONTINUED 2009 MDX 387 For an explanation of the maintenance codes, see ''OIL LIFE 100%'' on the multiinformation display. Select ''RESET'' by someone other than ...10 seconds. The maintenance item code(s) will disappear, and the engine oil life will be shown on...
Owner's Manual
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If you are ''certified'' to EPA standards. Engine oil level - Check every time you fill the fuel tank. See page 326. See page 401. However, Acura recommends that are unsure of the headlights, parking lights, taillights, high-mount brake light, and license plate lights monthly. Owner's Maintenance Checks You should check ... using parts that all maintenance services be done by the multi-information display. Main Menu Table Of Contents Maintenance Minder U.S. See page 416. ● ● 2009 MDX 389
If you are ''certified'' to EPA standards. Engine oil level - Check every time you fill the fuel tank. See page 326. See page 401. However, Acura recommends that are unsure of the headlights, parking lights, taillights, high-mount brake light, and license plate lights monthly. Owner's Maintenance Checks You should check ... using parts that all maintenance services be done by the multi-information display. Main Menu Table Of Contents Maintenance Minder U.S. See page 416. ● ● 2009 MDX 389
Owner's Manual
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...the message ''SERVICE DUE NOW'' does not appear more frequently than 12 months after the display is reset, change the engine oil every year. #: See information on maintenance and emissions warranty in the first column on page 388. 1: NOTE: ...Menu Table Of Contents Maintenance Minder Symbol A B Maintenance Main Items Replace engine oil1 Replace engine oil1and oil filter Inspect front and rear brakes Check parking brake adjustment Inspect these conditions, have high concentrations of soot... services A, B, 1, 2, or 3 if they are noisy. 5 6 ● ● ● 390 2009 MDX
...the message ''SERVICE DUE NOW'' does not appear more frequently than 12 months after the display is reset, change the engine oil every year. #: See information on maintenance and emissions warranty in the first column on page 388. 1: NOTE: ...Menu Table Of Contents Maintenance Minder Symbol A B Maintenance Main Items Replace engine oil1 Replace engine oil1and oil filter Inspect front and rear brakes Check parking brake adjustment Inspect these conditions, have high concentrations of soot... services A, B, 1, 2, or 3 if they are noisy. 5 6 ● ● ● 390 2009 MDX
Owner's Manual
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Main Menu Table Of Contents Fluid Locations POWER STEERING FLUID (Red cap) BRAKE FLUID (Black cap) ENGINE COOLANT RESERVOIR ENGINE OIL FILL CAP Maintenance WASHER FLUID (Blue cap) ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK (Orange loop) AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID DIPSTICK (Yellow loop) RADIATOR CAP CONTINUED 2009 MDX 391
Main Menu Table Of Contents Fluid Locations POWER STEERING FLUID (Red cap) BRAKE FLUID (Black cap) ENGINE COOLANT RESERVOIR ENGINE OIL FILL CAP Maintenance WASHER FLUID (Blue cap) ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK (Orange loop) AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID DIPSTICK (Yellow loop) RADIATOR CAP CONTINUED 2009 MDX 391
Owner's Manual
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... on the engine oil dipstick. Always use Acura motor oil in the engine compartment. Make sure the API Certification Seal says ''For Gasoline Engines.'' The oil viscosity or weight is provided on the container's label. 5W-20 oil is highly recommended that it securely. Maintenance Ambient Temperature API CERTIFICATION SEAL CONTINUED 2009 MDX 393 Pour in the...
... on the engine oil dipstick. Always use Acura motor oil in the engine compartment. Make sure the API Certification Seal says ''For Gasoline Engines.'' The oil viscosity or weight is provided on the container's label. 5W-20 oil is highly recommended that it securely. Maintenance Ambient Temperature API CERTIFICATION SEAL CONTINUED 2009 MDX 393 Pour in the...