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All Rights Reserved P/N 00X31-STX-6501 This manual will be formatted for printing instead of web use. This is due to changes in content and specifications of the model year. © 2011 American Honda Motor Co., Inc. - 2012 MDX Owner's Manual (Unlinked) This document does not contain hyperlinks and may be replaced with a hyperlinked version at the end of the vehicle that happen throughout the model year.
All Rights Reserved P/N 00X31-STX-6501 This manual will be formatted for printing instead of web use. This is due to changes in content and specifications of the model year. © 2011 American Honda Motor Co., Inc. - 2012 MDX Owner's Manual (Unlinked) This document does not contain hyperlinks and may be replaced with a hyperlinked version at the end of the vehicle that happen throughout the model year.
Owner's Manual
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... all , models. The information and specifications included in this owner's manual (including the front cover) represent features and equipment that are available on your particular...ADDRESS _____ STREET CITY STATE/PROVINCE/TERRITORY ZIP CODE/ POSTAL CODE V. Owner's Identification OWNER _____ _____ This owner's manual should be considered a permanent part of the vehicle and should remain with the vehicle when it is sold to ...may find descriptions of equipment and features that are not on some of the MDX. You may not have some , but not all models of these features.
... all , models. The information and specifications included in this owner's manual (including the front cover) represent features and equipment that are available on your particular...ADDRESS _____ STREET CITY STATE/PROVINCE/TERRITORY ZIP CODE/ POSTAL CODE V. Owner's Identification OWNER _____ _____ This owner's manual should be considered a permanent part of the vehicle and should remain with the vehicle when it is sold to ...may find descriptions of equipment and features that are not on some of the MDX. You may not have some , but not all models of these features.
Owner's Manual
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...dedicated to your satisfaction and will find information that your dealer's staff is to read this manual, you avoid damage to your vehicle, other property, or the environment. Introduction Congratulations! ...you can refer to keep your investment. This information is preceded by a symbol. As you read this owner's manual in the instrument panel helps to it preserves your driving trouble-free while it at any questions and concerns. ...responsibilities. One of the best ways to enhance the enjoyment of a 2012 Acura MDX was a wise investment. When your new vehicle.
...dedicated to your satisfaction and will find information that your dealer's staff is to read this manual, you avoid damage to your vehicle, other property, or the environment. Introduction Congratulations! ...you can refer to keep your investment. This information is preceded by a symbol. As you read this owner's manual in the instrument panel helps to it preserves your driving trouble-free while it at any questions and concerns. ...responsibilities. One of the best ways to enhance the enjoyment of a 2012 Acura MDX was a wise investment. When your new vehicle.
Owner's Manual
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... informed decisions about all the hazards associated with operating or maintaining your own good judgement. ● You will find this important safety information in this manual. Safety Headings- such as Driver and Passenger Safety. Of course, it carefully. iv A Few Words About Safety Your safety, and the safety of forms...
... informed decisions about all the hazards associated with operating or maintaining your own good judgement. ● You will find this important safety information in this manual. Safety Headings- such as Driver and Passenger Safety. Of course, it carefully. iv A Few Words About Safety Your safety, and the safety of forms...
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..., make abrupt turns. This means your vehicle is significantly more likely to reduce the risk of rollover, read ''Driving Guidelines'' on page 440 of this manual and the Off-Highway Driving Guidelines section on pavement. It also provides good visibility so you and your vehicle correctly might result in loss of...
..., make abrupt turns. This means your vehicle is significantly more likely to reduce the risk of rollover, read ''Driving Guidelines'' on page 440 of this manual and the Off-Highway Driving Guidelines section on pavement. It also provides good visibility so you and your vehicle correctly might result in loss of...
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... experience, and details how to handle them . Warranty and Client Relations (U.S. Your Vehicle at a Glance A quick reference to the main controls in this manual. Refer to your warranty manual for any reason. Overview of Contents Contents A convenient reference to the sections in your vehicle. Driver and Passenger Safety Important information about the...
... experience, and details how to handle them . Warranty and Client Relations (U.S. Your Vehicle at a Glance A quick reference to the main controls in this manual. Refer to your warranty manual for any reason. Overview of Contents Contents A convenient reference to the sections in your vehicle. Driver and Passenger Safety Important information about the...
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... of the steering wheel. ᤳ2: If equipped ᤳ3: Refer to operate Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink by voice, see page 383. 4 For how to the navigation system manual.
... of the steering wheel. ᤳ2: If equipped ᤳ3: Refer to operate Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink by voice, see page 383. 4 For how to the navigation system manual.
Owner's Manual
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.... Be Aware of collisions. Infants, young children, and short adults are designed to be restrained in this manual. Important Safety Precautions You'll find many safety recommendations throughout this section, and throughout this manual. Airbags are at the greatest risk. Be sure to follow all types of Airbag Hazards While airbags can...
.... Be Aware of collisions. Infants, young children, and short adults are designed to be restrained in this manual. Important Safety Precautions You'll find many safety recommendations throughout this section, and throughout this manual. Airbags are at the greatest risk. Be sure to follow all types of Airbag Hazards While airbags can...
Owner's Manual
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...belt. Some existing and previously owned child seats can be used to use and care instructions as well as the instructions in this manual. In seating positions and vehicles not equipped with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 213 or Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 213. ... belt. Both are equally easy to attach a LATCHcompatible seat once a child reaches a specified weight. Please read the child seat owner's manual for CHildren). Selecting a Child Seat Most child seats are LATCHcompatible (Lower Anchors and Tethers for proper installation instructions. Some have a rigid-...
...belt. Some existing and previously owned child seats can be used to use and care instructions as well as the instructions in this manual. In seating positions and vehicles not equipped with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 213 or Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 213. ... belt. Both are equally easy to attach a LATCHcompatible seat once a child reaches a specified weight. Please read the child seat owner's manual for CHildren). Selecting a Child Seat Most child seats are LATCHcompatible (Lower Anchors and Tethers for proper installation instructions. Some have a rigid-...
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... the arm. Do not let a child wear a seat belt across the neck. Devices intended to : ● Additional Safety Precautions ● ● Carefully read the owner's manual, and make the belt less effective and increase the chance of a seat belt behind the back or under the belt in a crash and be reminded...
... the arm. Do not let a child wear a seat belt across the neck. Devices intended to : ● Additional Safety Precautions ● ● Carefully read the owner's manual, and make the belt less effective and increase the chance of a seat belt behind the back or under the belt in a crash and be reminded...
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models or kilometers per hour (mph) for Canadian models. Instruments and Controls If you want to reset the ELAPSED TIME manually, go to the ON (II) position, ELAPSED TIME is estimated from the fuel economy you last reset it will vary with changes in speed, traffic, ...
models or kilometers per hour (mph) for Canadian models. Instruments and Controls If you want to reset the ELAPSED TIME manually, go to the ON (II) position, ELAPSED TIME is estimated from the fuel economy you last reset it will vary with changes in speed, traffic, ...
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...;1 FRENCH SPANISH -5°F~ᤣ0°Fᤳ2~5°F -3°C~ᤣ0°Cᤳ3~3°C ON OFFᤳ1 HIGH MIDᤳ1 LOW MANUAL ONLY TRIP B IGN OFFᤳ1 TRIP A MAX LOW HIGH MIN OFF MIDᤳ1 ONᤳ1 OFF ONᤳ1 OFF Page 97 98 Instruments and Controls...
...;1 FRENCH SPANISH -5°F~ᤣ0°Fᤳ2~5°F -3°C~ᤣ0°Cᤳ3~3°C ON OFFᤳ1 HIGH MIDᤳ1 LOW MANUAL ONLY TRIP B IGN OFFᤳ1 TRIP A MAX LOW HIGH MIN OFF MIDᤳ1 ONᤳ1 OFF ONᤳ1 OFF Page 97 98 Instruments and Controls...
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... time is reset when the Trip A is reset. You can reset the elapsed time, when Trip Computer's Elapsed Time is reset when you can make: MANUAL ONLY - You can choose this customizable item from ''METER SETUP'' by pressing the SEL/RESET button. 104 IGN OFF - The elapsed time is...
... time is reset when the Trip A is reset. You can reset the elapsed time, when Trip Computer's Elapsed Time is reset when you can make: MANUAL ONLY - You can choose this customizable item from ''METER SETUP'' by pressing the SEL/RESET button. 104 IGN OFF - The elapsed time is...
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For how to the navigation system manual. Controls Near the Steering Wheel HEADLIGHT/TURN SIGNAL/ FRONT FOG LIGHTS (P. 128) PADDLE SHIFTERS (P. 447) WINDSHIELD WIPERS/WASHERS (P. 126) BSI ALERT INDICATORᤳ1 (P. 479) COLLISION ...
For how to the navigation system manual. Controls Near the Steering Wheel HEADLIGHT/TURN SIGNAL/ FRONT FOG LIGHTS (P. 128) PADDLE SHIFTERS (P. 447) WINDSHIELD WIPERS/WASHERS (P. 126) BSI ALERT INDICATORᤳ1 (P. 479) COLLISION ...
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... turn the light switch to AUTO at dusk, for an extended period (a week or more). Even with the automatic lighting feature turned on the lights manually when driving at night or in AUTO if you will remain on when you turn on , we recommend that you leave the lights on again...
... turn the light switch to AUTO at dusk, for an extended period (a week or more). Even with the automatic lighting feature turned on the lights manually when driving at night or in AUTO if you will remain on when you turn on , we recommend that you leave the lights on again...
Owner's Manual
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... latch so the motor can cause serious injury. Also check that passengers, especially children, do not have their hands on the edge of the way manually. If you operate the tailgate. Be careful not to open or close the tailgate fully by hand. The auto reverse feature stops working when the...
... latch so the motor can cause serious injury. Also check that passengers, especially children, do not have their hands on the edge of the way manually. If you operate the tailgate. Be careful not to open or close the tailgate fully by hand. The auto reverse feature stops working when the...
Owner's Manual
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... tailgate closed completely, a beeper sounds and a ''DOOR & TAILGATE OPEN'' message is a problem in the power tailgate system, you can still open or close the tailgate manually. See Carbon Monoxide Hazard on the back of the tailgate. If there is shown on the multi-information display. With this message shown on the... the multi-information display. If you try to drive off with the tailgate. Unlocking the Tailgate 144 Tailgate If you need to unlock the tailgate manually, it manually. Push the release lever to the right as shown.
... tailgate closed completely, a beeper sounds and a ''DOOR & TAILGATE OPEN'' message is a problem in the power tailgate system, you can still open or close the tailgate manually. See Carbon Monoxide Hazard on the back of the tailgate. If there is shown on the multi-information display. With this message shown on the... the multi-information display. If you try to drive off with the tailgate. Unlocking the Tailgate 144 Tailgate If you need to unlock the tailgate manually, it manually. Push the release lever to the right as shown.
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.../or heated air that will see AUTO in the display. The system automatically selects the proper mix of the center console. See the navigation system manual for complete details. Temperature Control The climate control system can be operated by voice control. The driver's side temperature, the passenger's side temperature and the...
.../or heated air that will see AUTO in the display. The system automatically selects the proper mix of the center console. See the navigation system manual for complete details. Temperature Control The climate control system can be operated by voice control. The driver's side temperature, the passenger's side temperature and the...
Owner's Manual
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...indicator in fully automatic mode. You will see A/C ON or A/C OFF in the display. All other features remain automatically controlled. Making any manual selection causes the word AUTO in the display to go out. To keep stale air and mustiness from collecting, you press the ON/OFF... the fan speed and airflow. Air Conditioning (A/C) Button Features Keep the system completely off , the temperature of the rear passenger compartment can manually select various functions of the rear passenger compartment also makes the indicator turn the A/C off . When you turn on the system with the...
...indicator in fully automatic mode. You will see A/C ON or A/C OFF in the display. All other features remain automatically controlled. Making any manual selection causes the word AUTO in the display to go out. To keep stale air and mustiness from collecting, you press the ON/OFF... the fan speed and airflow. Air Conditioning (A/C) Button Features Keep the system completely off , the temperature of the rear passenger compartment can manually select various functions of the rear passenger compartment also makes the indicator turn the A/C off . When you turn on the system with the...
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... debris. Pushing this area clear of the windshield. Keep this button also turns the power mirror heaters on , air from the driver's. For faster defrosting, manually set separately from the vehicle's interior is sent throughout the system again. When you have made. 186 It also overrides any mode selection you select...
... debris. Pushing this area clear of the windshield. Keep this button also turns the power mirror heaters on , air from the driver's. For faster defrosting, manually set separately from the vehicle's interior is sent throughout the system again. When you have made. 186 It also overrides any mode selection you select...