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...Chapter Table of Contents Index Book Table of a 2013 Acura MDX was a wise investment. Several warranties protect your investment. Your dealer is to read this owner's manual in servicing the many systems unique to answer any time. Navigation Key Your Vehicle at any questions and concerns.... Introduction Congratulations! When your vehicle needs maintenance, keep your vehicle. As you read this manual. Your selection of Contents i 2013 MDX This information is intended to help you...
...Chapter Table of Contents Index Book Table of a 2013 Acura MDX was a wise investment. Several warranties protect your investment. Your dealer is to read this owner's manual in servicing the many systems unique to answer any time. Navigation Key Your Vehicle at any questions and concerns.... Introduction Congratulations! When your vehicle needs maintenance, keep your vehicle. As you read this manual. Your selection of Contents i 2013 MDX This information is intended to help you...
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All Rights Reserved 1 2013 MDX 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 ...
All Rights Reserved 1 2013 MDX 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 ...
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... 383. ᤳ 4: Switch location varies on models. SEAT HEATER SWITCHES (P. 157) / SEAT HEATER AND SEAT VENTILATION BUTTONSᤳ2 (P. 158) ACTIVE DAMPER SYSTEM BUTTONᤳ2 (P. 484) 4 2013 MDX For how to the navigation system manual.
... 383. ᤳ 4: Switch location varies on models. SEAT HEATER SWITCHES (P. 157) / SEAT HEATER AND SEAT VENTILATION BUTTONSᤳ2 (P. 158) ACTIVE DAMPER SYSTEM BUTTONᤳ2 (P. 484) 4 2013 MDX For how to the navigation system manual.
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Switch location varies on m odels. 125 2013 MDX For how to operate B lu e to the navigation system m anual. Refer to o th ® HandsFreeLink by voice, see page 383. Controls Near the Steering Wheel HEADLIGHT/TURN SIGNAL/ WINDSHIELD FRONT FOG LIGHTS WIPERS/...
Switch location varies on m odels. 125 2013 MDX For how to operate B lu e to the navigation system m anual. Refer to o th ® HandsFreeLink by voice, see page 383. Controls Near the Steering Wheel HEADLIGHT/TURN SIGNAL/ WINDSHIELD FRONT FOG LIGHTS WIPERS/...
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On models with navigation system On models without navigation system There is also a sensor on , the mirror darkens when it is on the back of the mirror. Instruments and Controls SENSOR INDICATOR AUTO BUTTON ... block this feature. Items hung on the bottom of a vehicle behind you start driving. To turn off this sensor and affect its performance. CONTINUED 165 2013 MDX The AUTO indicator comes on as a reminder. Mirrors Keep the inside mirror can automatically darken to reduce glare. Be sure to adjust the mirrors before...
On models with navigation system On models without navigation system There is also a sensor on , the mirror darkens when it is on the back of the mirror. Instruments and Controls SENSOR INDICATOR AUTO BUTTON ... block this feature. Items hung on the bottom of a vehicle behind you start driving. To turn off this sensor and affect its performance. CONTINUED 165 2013 MDX The AUTO indicator comes on as a reminder. Mirrors Keep the inside mirror can automatically darken to reduce glare. Be sure to adjust the mirrors before...
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...System ...192 Playing the AM/FM Radio (Models without navigation system) ...193 Playing the XM® Radio (Models without navigation system) ...197 Playing Discs (Models without navigation system) ...Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink® (Models with navigation system) ...AM/FM Radio Reception ...Remote Audio Controls ... ...Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) ...HomeLink® Universal Transceiver ...Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink® (Models without navigation system) ...203 181 2013 MDX The standard audio system has many features. Features The climate control system in your vehicle.
...System ...192 Playing the AM/FM Radio (Models without navigation system) ...193 Playing the XM® Radio (Models without navigation system) ...197 Playing Discs (Models without navigation system) ...Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink® (Models with navigation system) ...AM/FM Radio Reception ...Remote Audio Controls ... ...Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) ...HomeLink® Universal Transceiver ...Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink® (Models without navigation system) ...203 181 2013 MDX The standard audio system has many features. Features The climate control system in your vehicle.
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... Using Automatic Climate Control The automatic climate control system in the display. See the navigation system manual for complete details. You can be operated by voice control. Press the ▼ button to the ON (II) position. The ... rear temperature is shown in the system's display. 3. The system automatically selects the proper mix of the rear passenger compartment separately. Features CONTINUED 183 2013 MDX Press the Auto button on the back of airflow. Temperature Control The climate control system can also be set separately. Press the ▲ button of...
... Using Automatic Climate Control The automatic climate control system in the display. See the navigation system manual for complete details. You can be operated by voice control. Press the ▼ button to the ON (II) position. The ... rear temperature is shown in the system's display. 3. The system automatically selects the proper mix of the rear passenger compartment separately. Features CONTINUED 183 2013 MDX Press the Auto button on the back of airflow. Temperature Control The climate control system can also be set separately. Press the ▲ button of...
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...can be controlled independently (see page 189). When the indicator in the DUAL button is canceled. 184 2013 MDX You can be controlled independently (see page 189). Features On models with navigation system Dual Button In the Auto mode, the vehicle's interior temperature is on). For example, if...driver's side of the vehicle is taken out of the sun light sensor and the sun's position which is updated automatically by the navigation's global positioning system (GPS). When you set the temperature to the driver's side set the temperatures for the driver's side and the...
...can be controlled independently (see page 189). When the indicator in the DUAL button is canceled. 184 2013 MDX You can be controlled independently (see page 189). Features On models with navigation system Dual Button In the Auto mode, the vehicle's interior temperature is on). For example, if...driver's side of the vehicle is taken out of the sun light sensor and the sun's position which is updated automatically by the navigation's global positioning system (GPS). When you set the temperature to the driver's side set the temperatures for the driver's side and the...
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...,) are turned to use your remote and turn the audio system on all models. For vehicles without navigation system, see pages 193 through 302. Features Without navigation system With navigation system With rear entertainment system 192 2013 MDX Audio System An audio system is standard on , the driver's ID (Driver 1 or Driver 2) is detected, and...
...,) are turned to use your remote and turn the audio system on all models. For vehicles without navigation system, see pages 193 through 302. Features Without navigation system With navigation system With rear entertainment system 192 2013 MDX Audio System An audio system is standard on , the driver's ID (Driver 1 or Driver 2) is detected, and...
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Playing the AM/FM Radio (Models without navigation system) Features A.SEL(AUTO SELECT) BUTTON FM BUTTON SCAN BUTTON VOL/Ⴛ (VOLUME/POWER)KNOB AM BUTTON SKIP BUTTONS TUNE KNOB PRESET BUTTONS CONTINUED 193 2013 MDX
Playing the AM/FM Radio (Models without navigation system) Features A.SEL(AUTO SELECT) BUTTON FM BUTTON SCAN BUTTON VOL/Ⴛ (VOLUME/POWER)KNOB AM BUTTON SKIP BUTTONS TUNE KNOB PRESET BUTTONS CONTINUED 193 2013 MDX
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To activate it, press and hold the or side of five methods to , press the SCAN button again. 194 2013 MDX If you want to listen to find a station with strong signals on the selected band: tune, skip(seek), scan, the preset buttons, and auto select. ... to a lower frequency. Stereo reproduction in the display. To activate it, press the SCAN button, then release it . Playing the AM/FM Radio (Models without navigation system) To Play the Radio The ignition switch must be displayed if the station is not available. You will be in the ACCESSORY (I) or ON...
To activate it, press and hold the or side of five methods to , press the SCAN button again. 194 2013 MDX If you want to listen to find a station with strong signals on the selected band: tune, skip(seek), scan, the preset buttons, and auto select. ... to a lower frequency. Stereo reproduction in the display. To activate it, press the SCAN button, then release it . Playing the AM/FM Radio (Models without navigation system) To Play the Radio The ignition switch must be displayed if the station is not available. You will be in the ACCESSORY (I) or ON...
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... button if auto select cannot find stations in the local area. To turn off auto select, press the A.SEL (auto select) button. Features CONTINUED 195 2013 MDX Pick a preset button, then press and hold it until you store two frequencies with each preset button. 2. AUTO SELECT - If you are traveling ...stations, you can store one frequency on AM and two frequencies on the preset buttons as previously described. Playing the AM/FM Radio (Models without navigation system) Preset - Each preset button can use the auto select feature to find a strong station for several seconds.
... button if auto select cannot find stations in the local area. To turn off auto select, press the A.SEL (auto select) button. Features CONTINUED 195 2013 MDX Pick a preset button, then press and hold it until you store two frequencies with each preset button. 2. AUTO SELECT - If you are traveling ...stations, you can store one frequency on AM and two frequencies on the preset buttons as previously described. Playing the AM/FM Radio (Models without navigation system) Preset - Each preset button can use the auto select feature to find a strong station for several seconds.
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...SVC (speed-sensitive volume compensation) settings. The SVC mode controls the volume based on the vehicle speed. Playing the AM/FM Radio (Models without navigation system) Adjusting the Sound Press the TUNE (SOUND) knob repeatedly to -back strength of the sound. The system will see page 133). The ...audio system illuminates when the parking lights are on, even if the radio is too quiet, choose high. 196 2013 MDX SUBWOOFER - Adjusts the strength of sound from the center speaker. Turn the TUNE knob to adjust the setting to the audio display about...
...SVC (speed-sensitive volume compensation) settings. The SVC mode controls the volume based on the vehicle speed. Playing the AM/FM Radio (Models without navigation system) Adjusting the Sound Press the TUNE (SOUND) knob repeatedly to -back strength of the sound. The system will see page 133). The ...audio system illuminates when the parking lights are on, even if the radio is too quiet, choose high. 196 2013 MDX SUBWOOFER - Adjusts the strength of sound from the center speaker. Turn the TUNE knob to adjust the setting to the audio display about...
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Playing the XM® Radio (Models without navigation system) Features XM RADIO BUTTON CATEGORY BUTTONS SCAN BUTTON VOL/Ⴛ (VOLUME/POWER)KNOB TUNE KNOB TITLE BUTTON PRESET BUTTONS CONTINUED 197 2013 MDX
Playing the XM® Radio (Models without navigation system) Features XM RADIO BUTTON CATEGORY BUTTONS SCAN BUTTON VOL/Ⴛ (VOLUME/POWER)KNOB TUNE KNOB TITLE BUTTON PRESET BUTTONS CONTINUED 197 2013 MDX
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... changes in several categories. Turn the knob right for higher numbered channels and left for lower numbered channels. Playing the XM® Radio (Models without navigation system) Your vehicle is capable of the available channels. Operating the XM Radio To listen to XM Radio, turn the ignition switch to turn on...
... changes in several categories. Turn the knob right for higher numbered channels and left for lower numbered channels. Playing the XM® Radio (Models without navigation system) Your vehicle is capable of the available channels. Operating the XM Radio To listen to XM Radio, turn the ignition switch to turn on...
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... selected. The other XM band will show . Playing the XM® Radio (Models without navigation system) SCAN - The SCAN function gives you want to continue listening to 12 preset channels using steps 2 and 3. Features CONTINUED 199 2013 MDX When you hear a channel you hear a beep. 4. Pick the preset button you a sampling of...
... selected. The other XM band will show . Playing the XM® Radio (Models without navigation system) SCAN - The SCAN function gives you want to continue listening to 12 preset channels using steps 2 and 3. Features CONTINUED 199 2013 MDX When you hear a channel you hear a beep. 4. Pick the preset button you a sampling of...
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...The XM satellites are in major metropolitan areas. Carrying large items on a roof rack can also block the signal. 200 2013 MDX therefore, objects south of your dealer. Satellite signals are placed in orbit over the equator; Please consult your subscription, or ...ANTENNA'' - There is currently too weak. the south. SATELLITE Signal may cause satellite reception interruptions. Playing the XM® Radio (Models without navigation system) ''NO SIGNAL'' - The signal is a problem with an unobstructed view of the southern horizon. '' '' - The selected channel...
...The XM satellites are in major metropolitan areas. Carrying large items on a roof rack can also block the signal. 200 2013 MDX therefore, objects south of your dealer. Satellite signals are placed in orbit over the equator; Please consult your subscription, or ...ANTENNA'' - There is currently too weak. the south. SATELLITE Signal may cause satellite reception interruptions. Playing the XM® Radio (Models without navigation system) ''NO SIGNAL'' - The signal is a problem with an unobstructed view of the southern horizon. '' '' - The selected channel...
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... Radio, keep your credit card number. After you've registered with the appropriate requirements or the required standards. Playing the XM® Radio (Models without navigation system) Depending on where you drive, you may be caused by any of you. Driving on a single lane road alongside dense trees taller than 50... geographic situations that could affect XM Radio reception. In Canada, contact XM CANADA® at www.xmradio.ca, or at 1-800-852-9696. CONTINUED 201 2013 MDX This should take about 30 minutes.
... Radio, keep your credit card number. After you've registered with the appropriate requirements or the required standards. Playing the XM® Radio (Models without navigation system) Depending on where you drive, you may be caused by any of you. Driving on a single lane road alongside dense trees taller than 50... geographic situations that could affect XM Radio reception. In Canada, contact XM CANADA® at www.xmradio.ca, or at 1-800-852-9696. CONTINUED 201 2013 MDX This should take about 30 minutes.
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Playing the XM® Radio (Models without navigation system) While waiting for activation, make sure your vehicle for at least 12 hours from the activation request. In Canada, contact XM CANADA®. Features 202 2013 MDX Once your audio system is activated, ''CATEGORY'' or ''CHANNEL'' will continue to send an activation signal to XM Radio broadcasts. XM Radio will appear in the display, and you'll be able to listen to your vehicle remains in an open area with good reception. If the service has not been activated after 36 hours, contact XM® Radio.
Playing the XM® Radio (Models without navigation system) While waiting for activation, make sure your vehicle for at least 12 hours from the activation request. In Canada, contact XM CANADA®. Features 202 2013 MDX Once your audio system is activated, ''CATEGORY'' or ''CHANNEL'' will continue to send an activation signal to XM Radio broadcasts. XM Radio will appear in the display, and you'll be able to listen to your vehicle remains in an open area with good reception. If the service has not been activated after 36 hours, contact XM® Radio.
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Playing Discs (Models without navigation system) TRACK/FILE NUMBER MP3/WMA INDICATOR FOLDER NUMBER Features DISC SLOT DISC LOAD BUTTON VOL/Ⴛ (VOLUME/POWER)KNOB SKIP BUTTONS DISC EJECT BUTTON TUNE (FOLDER) KNOB PRESET BUTTONS RANDOM BUTTON SCAN BUTTON REPEAT BUTTON CONTINUED 203 2013 MDX
Playing Discs (Models without navigation system) TRACK/FILE NUMBER MP3/WMA INDICATOR FOLDER NUMBER Features DISC SLOT DISC LOAD BUTTON VOL/Ⴛ (VOLUME/POWER)KNOB SKIP BUTTONS DISC EJECT BUTTON TUNE (FOLDER) KNOB PRESET BUTTONS RANDOM BUTTON SCAN BUTTON REPEAT BUTTON CONTINUED 203 2013 MDX