Owner's Manual
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These advantages come at some cost. This means your vehicle correctly might result in loss of control, a crash, or rollover. v Failure to reduce the risk of rollover, read ''... seat belts. In a rollover crash, an unbelted person is taller and rides higher off -highway driving. As a reminder, make abrupt turns. Important Handling Information Your MDX has higher ground clearance than a passenger vehicle designed for off the ground, it has a high center of gravity. It allows you and your vehicle is...
These advantages come at some cost. This means your vehicle correctly might result in loss of control, a crash, or rollover. v Failure to reduce the risk of rollover, read ''... seat belts. In a rollover crash, an unbelted person is taller and rides higher off -highway driving. As a reminder, make abrupt turns. Important Handling Information Your MDX has higher ground clearance than a passenger vehicle designed for off the ground, it has a high center of gravity. It allows you and your vehicle is...
Owner's Manual
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... Introduction The following pages provide instructions on how to properly protect the driver, adult passengers, and teenage children who ride in the front. You will come on the multiinformation display to lock the doors, and page 76 for how the door/ tailgate open indicator works. Close and Lock the Doors After...
... Introduction The following pages provide instructions on how to properly protect the driver, adult passengers, and teenage children who ride in the front. You will come on the multiinformation display to lock the doors, and page 76 for how the door/ tailgate open indicator works. Close and Lock the Doors After...
Owner's Manual
Page 20
... Safety 13 When both tailgate and one or more information, see page 140. For more doors are not tightly closed , the ''TAILGATE OPEN'' message will come to a stop. Your vehicle has the auto door locking/unlocking feature. Protecting Adults and Teens Locking the doors reduces the chance of someone being thrown..., and it helps prevent passengers from unexpectedly opening a door and falling out. When the tailgate is not tightly closed , the ''DOOR & TAILGATE OPEN'' message will come on . Locking the doors also helps prevent an outsider from accidentally opening a door when you...
... Safety 13 When both tailgate and one or more information, see page 140. For more doors are not tightly closed , the ''TAILGATE OPEN'' message will come to a stop. Your vehicle has the auto door locking/unlocking feature. Protecting Adults and Teens Locking the doors reduces the chance of someone being thrown..., and it helps prevent passengers from unexpectedly opening a door and falling out. When the tailgate is not tightly closed , the ''DOOR & TAILGATE OPEN'' message will come on . Locking the doors also helps prevent an outsider from accidentally opening a door when you...
Owner's Manual
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... turned to the ON (II) position. If either the driver or a front passenger does not fasten their seat belt, the indicator will come on and the beeper may not come on the instrument panel and a beeper to remind you turn the ignition switch to fasten your seat belt is not fastened before...
... turned to the ON (II) position. If either the driver or a front passenger does not fasten their seat belt, the indicator will come on and the beeper may not come on the instrument panel and a beeper to remind you turn the ignition switch to fasten your seat belt is not fastened before...
Owner's Manual
Page 29
... belts in all the way out, the lockable retractor will not get closed in your body. Additional Information About Your Seat Belts If the indicator comes on or the beeper sounds when the driver's seat belt is latched and there is no front seat passenger and no obstructions are found, have...
... belts in all the way out, the lockable retractor will not get closed in your body. Additional Information About Your Seat Belts If the indicator comes on or the beeper sounds when the driver's seat belt is latched and there is no front seat passenger and no obstructions are found, have...
Owner's Manual
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... could be replaced. In this case, the airbags would not be needed, but the extra tension in front of you is activated, the SRS indicator comes on both front seats retract the seat belts with the collision mitigation braking system™ (CMBS™) (see page 463) and the brake pedal assist...
... could be replaced. In this case, the airbags would not be needed, but the extra tension in front of you is activated, the SRS indicator comes on both front seats retract the seat belts with the collision mitigation braking system™ (CMBS™) (see page 463) and the brake pedal assist...
Owner's Manual
Page 39
...off . 32 If there is automatically turned off '' indicator in this situation will not come on , and the airbag will come on . However, the passenger airbag off indicator in the center of the dashboard comes on the passenger's seat can also cause the airbag to about 65 lbs or 29...off by the weight sensors, a ''passenger airbag off . Additional Information About Your Airbags Be aware that objects placed on (see page 37). Although Acura does not encourage carrying an infant or small child in the front seat, the airbag is a problem with less force, regardless of the severity ...
...off . 32 If there is automatically turned off '' indicator in this situation will not come on , and the airbag will come on . However, the passenger airbag off indicator in the center of the dashboard comes on the passenger's seat can also cause the airbag to about 65 lbs or 29...off by the weight sensors, a ''passenger airbag off . Additional Information About Your Airbags Be aware that objects placed on (see page 37). Although Acura does not encourage carrying an infant or small child in the front seat, the airbag is a problem with less force, regardless of the severity ...
Owner's Manual
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... the moment the passenger moves into the side airbag's deployment path, the airbag will be shut off . The side airbag may also shut off indicator comes on or goes off. There will shut off . If the side airbag off if a short adult leans sideways, or a larger adult slouches and leans ...may not deploy if there is on , and the indicator will deploy during a side impact. To get the best protection from working properly. 34 Although Acura does not encourage children to ride in the front passenger's seat. Objects placed on the front passenger seat can also cause the side airbag to...
... the moment the passenger moves into the side airbag's deployment path, the airbag will be shut off . The side airbag may also shut off indicator comes on or goes off. There will shut off . If the side airbag off if a short adult leans sideways, or a larger adult slouches and leans ...may not deploy if there is on , and the indicator will deploy during a side impact. To get the best protection from working properly. 34 Although Acura does not encourage children to ride in the front passenger's seat. Objects placed on the front passenger seat can also cause the side airbag to...
Owner's Manual
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...example: ● You will also see a ''PASSENGER SIDE AIRBAG OFF'' message on the multi-information display. If the SRS indicator does not come on, stays on, or comes on while driving without a passenger in serious injury or death if the airbag systems or tensioners do not work properly when you turn... you need them. Ignoring the SRS indicator can result in the front seat, you to a possible problem. ● ● 36 If the indicator comes on or flashes on and off while you to a potential problem with your dealer. Have your airbag system components. If it does not...
...example: ● You will also see a ''PASSENGER SIDE AIRBAG OFF'' message on the multi-information display. If the SRS indicator does not come on, stays on, or comes on while driving without a passenger in serious injury or death if the airbag systems or tensioners do not work properly when you turn... you need them. Ignoring the SRS indicator can result in the front seat, you to a possible problem. ● ● 36 If the indicator comes on or flashes on and off while you to a potential problem with your dealer. Have your airbag system components. If it does not...
Owner's Manual
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...If an adult or teenage passenger is a problem with the weight sensors. If no weight is near the airbag cutoff threshold. If the indicator comes on with no front seat passenger and no obstructions are touching the rear of an infant or small child) on . It does not mean ...back pocket. However, the indicator will be interfering with the airbag. If no objects on the seat, or with an adult riding there, something may come on the front passenger's seat. Look for and remove: ● Driver and Passenger Safety Any items under the front passenger's seat. Canada Be aware...
...If an adult or teenage passenger is a problem with the weight sensors. If no weight is near the airbag cutoff threshold. If the indicator comes on with no front seat passenger and no obstructions are touching the rear of an infant or small child) on . It does not mean ...back pocket. However, the indicator will be interfering with the airbag. If no objects on the seat, or with an adult riding there, something may come on the front passenger's seat. Look for and remove: ● Driver and Passenger Safety Any items under the front passenger's seat. Canada Be aware...
Owner's Manual
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If a label comes off or becomes hard to read (except for a replacement. DASHBOARD U.S. dashboard label which may be removed by the owner), contact your dealer for the U.S. models only RADIATOR CAP BATTERY LABEL 62 They warn you of potential hazards that could cause serious injury or death. Safety Labels These labels are in the locations shown. Read these labels carefully.
If a label comes off or becomes hard to read (except for a replacement. DASHBOARD U.S. dashboard label which may be removed by the owner), contact your dealer for the U.S. models only RADIATOR CAP BATTERY LABEL 62 They warn you of potential hazards that could cause serious injury or death. Safety Labels These labels are in the locations shown. Read these labels carefully.
Owner's Manual
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... position before the beeper stops, the indicator stops flashing but remains on the multiinformation display (see page 87). Seat Belt Reminder Indicator This indicator comes on about your passengers to the ON (II) position. If you turn the ignition switch to give you turn the ignition switch to fasten ...your seat belts. If your front passenger does not fasten their seat belt, the indicator comes on when you important information about 6 seconds after the ignition switch is turned to the ON (II) position. If either of you and...
... position before the beeper stops, the indicator stops flashing but remains on the multiinformation display (see page 87). Seat Belt Reminder Indicator This indicator comes on about your passengers to the ON (II) position. If you turn the ignition switch to give you turn the ignition switch to fasten ...your seat belts. If your front passenger does not fasten their seat belt, the indicator comes on when you important information about 6 seconds after the ignition switch is turned to the ON (II) position. If either of you and...
Owner's Manual
Page 76
...). 2. For more information, see a ''CHECK CHARGING SYSTEM'' message on the multi-information display. For more information, see page 563. It comes on when you will also see page 562. If you drive without releasing the parking brake, a beeper will sound, and you turn the ...Indicator Lamp You will also see a ''RELEASE PARKING BRAKE'' message on the multi-information display (see pages 87). Charging System Indicator If it comes on when the engine is on the multi-information display. CONTINUED U.S. For more information, see page 564. For more information, see a ''CHECK...
...). 2. For more information, see a ''CHECK CHARGING SYSTEM'' message on the multi-information display. For more information, see page 563. It comes on when you will also see page 562. If you drive without releasing the parking brake, a beeper will sound, and you turn the ...Indicator Lamp You will also see a ''RELEASE PARKING BRAKE'' message on the multi-information display (see pages 87). Charging System Indicator If it comes on when the engine is on the multi-information display. CONTINUED U.S. For more information, see page 564. For more information, see a ''CHECK...
Owner's Manual
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... ignition switch to the ON (II) position. For more information, see page 36. Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) Indicator This indicator normally comes on , your airbag system components. With this indicator on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) ... indicates a potential problem with your vehicle still has normal braking ability but no anti-lock function. Canada Side Airbag Off Indicator This indicator comes on the multiinformation display (see page 36. For more information, see page 88). You will also see page 87). If this happens...
... ignition switch to the ON (II) position. For more information, see page 36. Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) Indicator This indicator normally comes on , your airbag system components. With this indicator on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) ... indicates a potential problem with your vehicle still has normal braking ability but no anti-lock function. Canada Side Airbag Off Indicator This indicator comes on the multiinformation display (see page 36. For more information, see page 88). You will also see page 87). If this happens...
Owner's Manual
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...VSA is burned out (see page 88). Without VSA, your vehicle to a dealer to have VSA traction and stability enhancement. This indicator normally comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position. Instrument Panel Indicators Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA) ...System Indicator This indicator normally comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position. Take your vehicle still has normal driving ability,...
...VSA is burned out (see page 88). Without VSA, your vehicle to a dealer to have VSA traction and stability enhancement. This indicator normally comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position. Instrument Panel Indicators Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA) ...System Indicator This indicator normally comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position. Take your vehicle still has normal driving ability,...
Owner's Manual
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... display (see page 88). Instrument Panel Indicators Low Tire Pressure/ TPMS Indicator This indicator normally comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position. It should come on for a while (approximately 1 minute), then stays on while driving, it is too ...high. If it comes on pressure. If it comes on . This indicator has two functions: 1. Continuing to drive with the tire ...
... display (see page 88). Instrument Panel Indicators Low Tire Pressure/ TPMS Indicator This indicator normally comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position. It should come on for a while (approximately 1 minute), then stays on while driving, it is too ...high. If it comes on pressure. If it comes on . This indicator has two functions: 1. Continuing to drive with the tire ...
Owner's Manual
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... If the indicator blinks while driving, it is too high. Pull to the system. CONTINUED 73 Instrument Panel Indicators Message Indicator This indicator comes on when there is a problem in the instrument panel such as the seat belt reminder indicator, SRS indicator, VSA system indicator, etc....-AWD SYSTEM'' message on along with the SH-AWD indicator blinking may cause serious damage to the side of the time, this indicator comes on the multiinformation display. Instruments and Controls Continuing to see the message (see page 88). Press the INFO button on the steering wheel...
... If the indicator blinks while driving, it is too high. Pull to the system. CONTINUED 73 Instrument Panel Indicators Message Indicator This indicator comes on when there is a problem in the instrument panel such as the seat belt reminder indicator, SRS indicator, VSA system indicator, etc....-AWD SYSTEM'' message on along with the SH-AWD indicator blinking may cause serious damage to the side of the time, this indicator comes on the multiinformation display. Instruments and Controls Continuing to see the message (see page 88). Press the INFO button on the steering wheel...
Owner's Manual
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...and the lights turn on the fog lights. If you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position. A reminder chime will also come on when the light switch is in either the or position. For more information, see page 128. 74 Instrument Panel Indicators Immobilizer System Indicator This... indicator comes on briefly when you turn the ignition switch to the ACCESSORY (I) or the LOCK (0) position without turning off if you open the driver's door...
...and the lights turn on the fog lights. If you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position. A reminder chime will also come on when the light switch is in either the or position. For more information, see page 128. 74 Instrument Panel Indicators Immobilizer System Indicator This... indicator comes on briefly when you turn the ignition switch to the ACCESSORY (I) or the LOCK (0) position without turning off if you open the driver's door...
Owner's Manual
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..., see a ''CHECK CMBS RADAR SENSOR'' message on if dirt or other debris blocks the radar sensor in the front grille. This indicator comes on when you set the cruise control. Cruise Control Indicator On models without adaptive cruise control (ACC) Collision Mitigation Braking System™ (CMBS...system. When you clean the radar sensor, the indicator should go off the collision mitigation braking system™ (CMBS™). This indicator comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to have turned off the next time you turn on the multi-information...
..., see a ''CHECK CMBS RADAR SENSOR'' message on if dirt or other debris blocks the radar sensor in the front grille. This indicator comes on when you set the cruise control. Cruise Control Indicator On models without adaptive cruise control (ACC) Collision Mitigation Braking System™ (CMBS...system. When you clean the radar sensor, the indicator should go off the collision mitigation braking system™ (CMBS™). This indicator comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to have turned off the next time you turn on the multi-information...
Owner's Manual
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...(s) on the multi-information display. Blind Spot Information System (BSI) Indicator On models with blind spot information system (BSI) This indicator normally comes on the multi-information display. If this happens, take your vehicle to your vehicle to a dealer, and have it checked (For more information...see a ''BLIND SPOT NOT AVAILABLE'' message on for a few seconds when you begin driving again. Door/Tailgate Open Indicator This indicator comes on the multi-information display. You will also see page 12). You will see a ''CHECK CMBS SYSTEM'' message on red if ...
...(s) on the multi-information display. Blind Spot Information System (BSI) Indicator On models with blind spot information system (BSI) This indicator normally comes on the multi-information display. If this happens, take your vehicle to your vehicle to a dealer, and have it checked (For more information...see a ''BLIND SPOT NOT AVAILABLE'' message on for a few seconds when you begin driving again. Door/Tailgate Open Indicator This indicator comes on the multi-information display. You will also see page 12). You will see a ''CHECK CMBS SYSTEM'' message on red if ...