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Navigation Key Your Vehicle at a Glance Chapter Table of Contents Contents Index Book Table of Contents Owner's Identification Form Your Vehicle at a Glance (main controls) ...3 Driver and Passenger Safety (seat belts, SRS, and child protection) ...5 Instruments and Controls (indicators, gauges, multi-information display, dashboard, and steering column) ...65 Features (climate control, audio, rear entertainment, steering wheel, security, cruise control, and other convenience items) .. 181 Before Driving (fuel, vehicle break-in, and cargo loading) ...421 Driving (engine and transmission ...
Navigation Key Your Vehicle at a Glance Chapter Table of Contents Contents Index Book Table of Contents Owner's Identification Form Your Vehicle at a Glance (main controls) ...3 Driver and Passenger Safety (seat belts, SRS, and child protection) ...5 Instruments and Controls (indicators, gauges, multi-information display, dashboard, and steering column) ...65 Features (climate control, audio, rear entertainment, steering wheel, security, cruise control, and other convenience items) .. 181 Before Driving (fuel, vehicle break-in, and cargo loading) ...421 Driving (engine and transmission ...
Owner's Manual
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... dealer for maintenance service. Maintenance The Maintenance Minder™ shows you when you 're planning to tow a trailer. Warranty and Client Relations (U.S. and Canada only) A summary of your vehicle. There is also a list of each instrument panel indicator and gauge, and how to use and care of the warranties covering your warranty manual for any reason. Features How to operate the climate control system, the audio system, rear entertainment...
... dealer for maintenance service. Maintenance The Maintenance Minder™ shows you when you 're planning to tow a trailer. Warranty and Client Relations (U.S. and Canada only) A summary of your vehicle. There is also a list of each instrument panel indicator and gauge, and how to use and care of the warranties covering your warranty manual for any reason. Features How to operate the climate control system, the audio system, rear entertainment...
Owner's Manual
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... Vehicle at a Glance INSTRUMENT PANEL HOMELINK BUTTONS MOONROOF SWITCH INDICATORS (P. 67) (P. 363) (P. 163) GAUGES (P. 78) PASSENGER'S FRONT AIRBAG (P. 10, 30) CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM (P. 182) AUDIO SYSTEM (P. 192) AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION (P. 443) REAR CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM (P. 187) AC POWER OUTLET (P. 178) AUXILIARY INPUT JACKS (P. 307) USB ADAPTER CABLEᤳ (P. 280) DRIVER'S FRONT AIRBAG (P. 10, 30) DRIVING POSITION MEMORY SYSTEM (P. 168) POWER DOOR LOCK MASTER SWITCH (P. 140) PARKING BRAKE RELEASE HANDLE (P. 164) POWER WINDOW SWITCHES (P. 160) FUEL FILL DOOR RELEASE BUTTON (P. 424) POWER...
... Vehicle at a Glance INSTRUMENT PANEL HOMELINK BUTTONS MOONROOF SWITCH INDICATORS (P. 67) (P. 363) (P. 163) GAUGES (P. 78) PASSENGER'S FRONT AIRBAG (P. 10, 30) CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM (P. 182) AUDIO SYSTEM (P. 192) AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION (P. 443) REAR CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM (P. 187) AC POWER OUTLET (P. 178) AUXILIARY INPUT JACKS (P. 307) USB ADAPTER CABLEᤳ (P. 280) DRIVER'S FRONT AIRBAG (P. 10, 30) DRIVING POSITION MEMORY SYSTEM (P. 168) POWER DOOR LOCK MASTER SWITCH (P. 140) PARKING BRAKE RELEASE HANDLE (P. 164) POWER WINDOW SWITCHES (P. 160) FUEL FILL DOOR RELEASE BUTTON (P. 424) POWER...
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...;2 (P.467) MIRROR CONTROLS (P. 166) VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST SYSTEM OFF BUTTON (P. 474) BLIND SPOT INFORMATION SYSTEM (BSI) OFF BUTTONᤳ2 (P. 482) HEADLIGHT WASHER BUTTONᤳ2 (P. 127) ᤳ4 INSTRUMENT PANEL BRIGHTNESS (P. 133) PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF INDICATOR (P. 37) HAZARD WARNING BUTTON (P. 132) REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER (P. 132) ACCESSORY POWER SOCKETS (P. 177) HORNᤳ1 DISTANCE STEERING WHEEL BUTTONᤳ2 VOICE CONTROL AUDIO CONTROLS (P. 357) BUTTONSᤳ3 (P. 305) BLUETOOTH CRUISE CONTROL BUTTONS (P. 345) / STEERING WHEEL HANDSFREELINK ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL (ACC...
...;2 (P.467) MIRROR CONTROLS (P. 166) VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST SYSTEM OFF BUTTON (P. 474) BLIND SPOT INFORMATION SYSTEM (BSI) OFF BUTTONᤳ2 (P. 482) HEADLIGHT WASHER BUTTONᤳ2 (P. 127) ᤳ4 INSTRUMENT PANEL BRIGHTNESS (P. 133) PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF INDICATOR (P. 37) HAZARD WARNING BUTTON (P. 132) REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER (P. 132) ACCESSORY POWER SOCKETS (P. 177) HORNᤳ1 DISTANCE STEERING WHEEL BUTTONᤳ2 VOICE CONTROL AUDIO CONTROLS (P. 357) BUTTONSᤳ3 (P. 305) BLUETOOTH CRUISE CONTROL BUTTONS (P. 345) / STEERING WHEEL HANDSFREELINK ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL (ACC...
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... ...127 Turn Signal and Headlights ...128 Hazard Warning Button ...132 Rear Window Defogger ...132 Instrument Panel Brightness ...133 Steering Wheel Adjustments ...134 Keys and Locks ...136 Immobilizer System ...138 Ignition Switch ...139 Door Locks ...140 Childproof Door Locks ...141 Tailgate ...141 Power Tailgate ...142 Remote Transmitter ...145 Seats ...Detachable Anchor ...Seat Heaters...Seat Heaters and Seat Ventilation...Power Windows ...Moonroof ...Parking Brake ...Mirrors ...Driving Position Memory System ...Interior Lights ...Interior Convenience Items ...Beverage Holders ...Console...
... ...127 Turn Signal and Headlights ...128 Hazard Warning Button ...132 Rear Window Defogger ...132 Instrument Panel Brightness ...133 Steering Wheel Adjustments ...134 Keys and Locks ...136 Immobilizer System ...138 Ignition Switch ...139 Door Locks ...140 Childproof Door Locks ...141 Tailgate ...141 Power Tailgate ...142 Remote Transmitter ...145 Seats ...Detachable Anchor ...Seat Heaters...Seat Heaters and Seat Ventilation...Power Windows ...Moonroof ...Parking Brake ...Mirrors ...Driving Position Memory System ...Interior Lights ...Interior Convenience Items ...Beverage Holders ...Console...
Owner's Manual
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... button the first time you turn the rear window wiper on and to spray the rear window washer. The headlights must be operated at any time by pressing the headlight washer button located next to the steering wheel column. CONTINUED 127 2013 MDX Rotate the switch clockwise to turn the rear window wiper ON. 2. Windshield Wipers and Washers Headlight Washers (On Canadian models) MDX model Technology Package and Elite Package models Rear Window Wiper and Washer Instruments and Controls The headlight washers can be...
... button the first time you turn the rear window wiper on and to spray the rear window washer. The headlights must be operated at any time by pressing the headlight washer button located next to the steering wheel column. CONTINUED 127 2013 MDX Rotate the switch clockwise to turn the rear window wiper ON. 2. Windshield Wipers and Washers Headlight Washers (On Canadian models) MDX model Technology Package and Elite Package models Rear Window Wiper and Washer Instruments and Controls The headlight washers can be...
Owner's Manual
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... signal a lane change, push lightly on the headlights. Turning the switch to the '' '' position turns on the lever, and hold it. The rear window washer uses the same fluid reservoir as the windshield washer. 1. Fog lights off 9. AUTO 5. If you open the driver's door. 128 2013 MDX Fog lights on Instruments and Controls Turn Signal and Headlights Turn Signal - Push down on with the front windshield wipers activated, the rear window wiper operates automatically. Parking and indicator lights 4. The lever will return to center when...
... signal a lane change, push lightly on the headlights. Turning the switch to the '' '' position turns on the lever, and hold it. The rear window washer uses the same fluid reservoir as the windshield washer. 1. Fog lights off 9. AUTO 5. If you open the driver's door. 128 2013 MDX Fog lights on Instruments and Controls Turn Signal and Headlights Turn Signal - Push down on with the front windshield wipers activated, the rear window wiper operates automatically. Parking and indicator lights 4. The lever will return to center when...
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... parking facilities. The high beams stay on as long as a reminder. AUTO - The automatic lighting feature turns on the headlights and all other exterior lights, when it . The lights and indicator will not be driving the vehicle for example). Even with the automatic lighting feature turned on, we recommend that you turn on the lights manually when driving at any time. Instruments and Controls CONTINUED 129 2013 MDX Turn Signal and Headlights When the light switch is in either turn...
... parking facilities. The high beams stay on as long as a reminder. AUTO - The automatic lighting feature turns on the headlights and all other exterior lights, when it . The lights and indicator will not be driving the vehicle for example). Even with the automatic lighting feature turned on, we recommend that you turn on the lights manually when driving at any time. Instruments and Controls CONTINUED 129 2013 MDX Turn Signal and Headlights When the light switch is in either turn...
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... fog lights when the headlights turn the ignition switch off . Do not cover this sensor or spill liquids on until you set the parking brake. They will go off , the daytime running lights are on automatically. Instruments and Controls The automatic lighting feature is controlled by turning the switch next to the ON (II) position and release the parking brake. Daytime Running Lights With the headlight switch off when the headlights turn the ignition switch to the headlight switch. They remain on it. 130 2013 MDX...
... fog lights when the headlights turn the ignition switch off . Do not cover this sensor or spill liquids on until you set the parking brake. They will go off , the daytime running lights are on automatically. Instruments and Controls The automatic lighting feature is controlled by turning the switch next to the ON (II) position and release the parking brake. Daytime Running Lights With the headlight switch off when the headlights turn the ignition switch to the headlight switch. They remain on it. 130 2013 MDX...
Owner's Manual
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... driver's door. 2. Pull and hold it . To open . 2. Start the engine. Press the UNLOCK button a second time, and hold the driver's window switch until the window is almost closed. Push down and hold it . If the windows and the moonroof stop the windows and moonroof, release the button. 3. If your dealer. CONTINUED Instruments and Controls 161 2013 MDX To close the windows or the moonroof with the remote...
... driver's door. 2. Pull and hold it . To open . 2. Start the engine. Press the UNLOCK button a second time, and hold the driver's window switch until the window is almost closed. Push down and hold it . If the windows and the moonroof stop the windows and moonroof, release the button. 3. If your dealer. CONTINUED Instruments and Controls 161 2013 MDX To close the windows or the moonroof with the remote...
Owner's Manual
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... the seat. Adjust the outside mirrors after they are in the driving position memory. With these actions: ● Light Control Buttons Front DOOR ACTIVATE ON To turn off by pressing each map light button ( ). Front MAP LIGHT BUTTONS Press any of these buttons, you change the positions of the seat, steering wheel or outside mirrors. Your vehicle has the light control buttons on as a reminder. Instruments and Controls ●...
... the seat. Adjust the outside mirrors after they are in the driving position memory. With these actions: ● Light Control Buttons Front DOOR ACTIVATE ON To turn off by pressing each map light button ( ). Front MAP LIGHT BUTTONS Press any of these buttons, you change the positions of the seat, steering wheel or outside mirrors. Your vehicle has the light control buttons on as a reminder. Instruments and Controls ●...
Owner's Manual
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... climate control settings are turned to the respective mode automatically when the ignition is turned to the ON (II) position. Temperature Control The climate control system can set the driver's side temperature, the passenger's side temperature, and the temperature of air conditioning, heating, and ventilation to maintain the interior temperature you unlock the doors with your preference. Features CONTINUED 183 2013 MDX The system also adjusts the fan speed...
... climate control settings are turned to the respective mode automatically when the ignition is turned to the ON (II) position. Temperature Control The climate control system can set the driver's side temperature, the passenger's side temperature, and the temperature of air conditioning, heating, and ventilation to maintain the interior temperature you unlock the doors with your preference. Features CONTINUED 183 2013 MDX The system also adjusts the fan speed...
Owner's Manual
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... can manually select various functions of the center console. Air Conditioning (A/C) Button Features Keep the system completely off for short periods only. When you turn on, and takes the system out of the rear passenger compartment also makes the indicator turn the A/C off, the system cannot regulate the inside temperature if you set temperature. CONTINUED 185 2013 MDX Changing the temperature of synchronized mode. Fan Control...
... can manually select various functions of the center console. Air Conditioning (A/C) Button Features Keep the system completely off for short periods only. When you turn on, and takes the system out of the rear passenger compartment also makes the indicator turn the A/C off, the system cannot regulate the inside temperature if you set temperature. CONTINUED 185 2013 MDX Changing the temperature of synchronized mode. Fan Control...
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... audio display and the audio control display on the navigation screen (if selected), and the system begins to play audio files from your Bluetooth® audio compatible phone. NOTE: In some data device functions while driving. If so, follow the phone maker's operating instructions. 299 2013 MDX Not all Bluetooth-enabled phones with streaming audio capabilities are paired and linked to the vehicle's Bluetooth...
... audio display and the audio control display on the navigation screen (if selected), and the system begins to play audio files from your Bluetooth® audio compatible phone. NOTE: In some data device functions while driving. If so, follow the phone maker's operating instructions. 299 2013 MDX Not all Bluetooth-enabled phones with streaming audio capabilities are paired and linked to the vehicle's Bluetooth...
Owner's Manual
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...Maintenance Safety ...Maintenance MinderTM ...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 Belts ...Floor Mats ...Wiper Blades ...Tires ...Checking the Battery ...Vehicle Storage ...506 507 515 516 517 518 520 522 523 525 526 526 527 534 534 535 536 540 547 548 Maintenance 505 2013 MDX If you have the skills and tools to perform more complex maintenance...
...Maintenance Safety ...Maintenance MinderTM ...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 Belts ...Floor Mats ...Wiper Blades ...Tires ...Checking the Battery ...Vehicle Storage ...506 507 515 516 517 518 520 522 523 525 526 526 527 534 534 535 536 540 547 548 Maintenance 505 2013 MDX If you have the skills and tools to perform more complex maintenance...
Owner's Manual
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... the differential fluid changed at very low vehicle speeds or trailer towing results in higher level of fluids ● Exhaust system# ● Fuel lines and connections# Symbol 1 2 Maintenance Sub Items Rotate tires Replace air cleaner element If you drive in very low temperatures (under these items: ● Tie rod ends, steering gear box, and boots ● Suspension components ● Driveshaft boots ● Brake hoses and lines (including ABS/VSA...
... the differential fluid changed at very low vehicle speeds or trailer towing results in higher level of fluids ● Exhaust system# ● Fuel lines and connections# Symbol 1 2 Maintenance Sub Items Rotate tires Replace air cleaner element If you drive in very low temperatures (under these items: ● Tie rod ends, steering gear box, and boots ● Suspension components ● Driveshaft boots ● Brake hoses and lines (including ABS/VSA...
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...517 Overheating ...560 Specifications ...579 Speed Limiter ...446 Starting ...442 Engine Coolant ...520 Ethanol in Gasoline ...422 Evaporative Emissions Controls ...587 Exhaust Fumes ...61 Exhaust Gas Recirculation System ...588 Expectant Mothers, Use of Seat Belts by ...19 F Fan, Interior ...185 Features ...181 Filters Dust and Pollen ...534 Oil ...518 Flashers, Hazard Warning ...132 Flat Tire, Changing a ...551 Floor Mats ...535 Fluids Automatic Transmission ...523 Brake ...525 Location ...515 Power Steering ...526 Windshield Washer ...522 FM Stereo Radio Reception ...303 Fog Lights ...130...
...517 Overheating ...560 Specifications ...579 Speed Limiter ...446 Starting ...442 Engine Coolant ...520 Ethanol in Gasoline ...422 Evaporative Emissions Controls ...587 Exhaust Fumes ...61 Exhaust Gas Recirculation System ...588 Expectant Mothers, Use of Seat Belts by ...19 F Fan, Interior ...185 Features ...181 Filters Dust and Pollen ...534 Oil ...518 Flashers, Hazard Warning ...132 Flat Tire, Changing a ...551 Floor Mats ...535 Fluids Automatic Transmission ...523 Brake ...525 Location ...515 Power Steering ...526 Windshield Washer ...522 FM Stereo Radio Reception ...303 Fog Lights ...130...
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... ...308 Readiness Codes ...590 Rear A/C Unit ...187 Rear Audio Control Panel ...315 Rear Entertainment System ...310 Rear Lights, Bulb Replacement ...531 Rearview Mirror ...165 Rearview Mirror with Rearview Camera Display ...417 Rear Window Defogger ...132 Rear Window Wiper and Washer ...127 Recalling a Memorized Driving Position ...148 Reclining the Seat Backs ...149 Reclining the Second Seats ...153 Refueling ...424 Reminder Indicators ...68 Remote Audio Controls ...305 Remote Control (RES) ...334 Remote Transmitter ...145 Replacement Information Dust and Pollen Filter ...534 VIII 2013 MDX
... ...308 Readiness Codes ...590 Rear A/C Unit ...187 Rear Audio Control Panel ...315 Rear Entertainment System ...310 Rear Lights, Bulb Replacement ...531 Rearview Mirror ...165 Rearview Mirror with Rearview Camera Display ...417 Rear Window Defogger ...132 Rear Window Wiper and Washer ...127 Recalling a Memorized Driving Position ...148 Reclining the Seat Backs ...149 Reclining the Second Seats ...153 Refueling ...424 Reminder Indicators ...68 Remote Audio Controls ...305 Remote Control (RES) ...334 Remote Transmitter ...145 Replacement Information Dust and Pollen Filter ...534 VIII 2013 MDX
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... Engine Oil and Filter ...518 Fuses ...565 Schedule ...514 Spark Plugs ...579 Timing Belt ...526 Tires ...544 Wiper Blades ...536 Replacing Seat Belts After a Crash ...25 Reporting Safety Defects ...596 Reserve Tank, Engine Coolant ...427, 520 Restraint, Child ...40 Reverse Gear Position ...445 Rotation, Tire ...544 S Safety Belts ...9, 21 Safety Defects, Reporting ...596 Safety Features ...8 Airbags ...10, 27 Door Locks ...12 Head Restraints ...15 Seat Belts ...9, 16, 21 Seats & Seat-Backs ...14, 15 Safety Labels, Location of ...62 Safety Messages ...iv Seat Belt e-pretensioners ...24 Seat...
... Engine Oil and Filter ...518 Fuses ...565 Schedule ...514 Spark Plugs ...579 Timing Belt ...526 Tires ...544 Wiper Blades ...536 Replacing Seat Belts After a Crash ...25 Reporting Safety Defects ...596 Reserve Tank, Engine Coolant ...427, 520 Restraint, Child ...40 Reverse Gear Position ...445 Rotation, Tire ...544 S Safety Belts ...9, 21 Safety Defects, Reporting ...596 Safety Features ...8 Airbags ...10, 27 Door Locks ...12 Head Restraints ...15 Seat Belts ...9, 16, 21 Seats & Seat-Backs ...14, 15 Safety Labels, Location of ...62 Safety Messages ...iv Seat Belt e-pretensioners ...24 Seat...
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... Front Airbags Work ...30 How Your Side Airbags Work .. 33 How Your Side Curtain Airbags Work ...35 SRS Indicator ...36, 70 START (Ignition Key Position) ...139 Starting the Engine ...442 Auto Control Mode ...442 In Cold Weather at High Altitude ...442 With a Dead Battery ...558 State Emissions Testing ...590 Steam Coming from Engine ...560 Steering Wheel Adjustments ...134 Anti-theft Column Lock ...139 Buttons ...305, 345 Position Memory ...168 Stereo...
... Front Airbags Work ...30 How Your Side Airbags Work .. 33 How Your Side Curtain Airbags Work ...35 SRS Indicator ...36, 70 START (Ignition Key Position) ...139 Starting the Engine ...442 Auto Control Mode ...442 In Cold Weather at High Altitude ...442 With a Dead Battery ...558 State Emissions Testing ...590 Steam Coming from Engine ...560 Steering Wheel Adjustments ...134 Anti-theft Column Lock ...139 Buttons ...305, 345 Position Memory ...168 Stereo...