Acura 2008 MDX - Owner's Manual User Manual

Several warranties protect your new vehicle. Read the warranty bookletthoroughly so you understand the coverages and are aware of your rightsand respo

−You’ll find many safetyrecommendations throughout thissection, and throughout this manual.Therecommendationsonthispageare the ones we consider to be

▲▼When your selection is successfullycompleted, the display changes asshown above, and then goes back tothe customize item screen.If the ‘‘SETTING INC

▲▼▲▼▲▼CONTINUEDHere are the two custom settings forthe position setup:MEMORY POSITION LINKAUTO TILT & TELESCOPESTEERING WHEELWhile ‘‘POSITION SETU

▲▼▲▼Memory Position LinkIf ‘‘MEMORY POSITION LINK’’ isset to ‘‘ON,’’ the driver’s seat, thesteering wheel, and outside mirrorpositions move to the pos

▲▼▲▼CONTINUEDAuto Tilt & Telescope Steering WheelWhen ‘‘AUTO TILT & TELESCOPESTEERING WHEEL’’ is set to ‘‘ON,’’the steering wheel automaticall

▲▼▲▼▲▼INTERIOR LIGHTDIMMING TIMEHEADLIGHT AUTO OFF TIMERAUTO LIGHT SENSITIVITYWhile ‘‘LIGHTING SETUP’’ isshown, press the SEL/RESETbutton to enter the

▲▼▲▼CONTINUEDInterior Light Dimming TimeThe interior lights fade out when youclose all doors and tailgate. Tochange how long the lights stay onbefore

▲▼▲▼Headlight Auto Off TimerYou can choose this customize itemfrom ‘‘LIGHTING SETUP’’ bypressing the INFO ( / ) buttonrepeatedly.Press the SEL/RESET b

▲▼−−−−−CONTINUEDAuto Light SensitivityThe headlights automatically comeon when the headlight switch is inthe AUTO position and the ambientlight reache

▲▼When your selection is successfullycompleted, the display changes asshown above, and then goes back tothe customize item screen.If the ‘‘SETTING INC

▲▼▲▼▲▼CONTINUEDHere are the five custom settings forthe door/window setup:AUTO DOOR LOCKAUTO DOOR UNLOCKKEY AND REMOTE UNLOCKMODESECURITY RELOCK TIMER

Your vehicle is equipped with manyfeatures that work together toprotect you and your passengersduring a crash.However, you and your passengerscan’t ta

−−−▲▼▲▼Auto Door LockThere are three settings you canchoose from:SHIFT FROM PThe doors lock whenever you movethe shift lever out of Park.WITH VEH SPDT

−−−▲▼CONTINUEDAuto Door UnlockThere are three settings you canchoose from:SHIFT TO P The driver’s door orall the doors, depending on the doorlock mode

▲▼▲▼When your selection is successfullycompleted, the display changes asshown above, and then goes back tothe customize item screen.If the ‘‘SETTING I

▲▼▲▼Key and Remote Unlock ModeTo select whether the driver’s doorunlocks or all the doors unlock whenyou unlock the doors with theremote transmitter,

▲▼▲▼Keyless Lock AcknowledgmentWhen you push the LOCK button onthe remote transmitter, someexterior lights flash, and a beepersounds when you push the

▲▼Security Relock TimerIf you unlock the doors and thetailgate with the remote transmitter,but do not open any of the doors orthetailgatewithin30secon

▲▼Press the SEL/RESET button to seethe selections.When your selection is successfullycompleted, the display changes asshown above, and then goes back

▲▼▲▼−−▲▼CONTINUEDHere is one custom setting for thewiper setup:Each time you press the INFO ( /) button, the screen changes asshown in the illustratio

▲▼▲▼If the ‘‘SETTING INCOMPLETE’’message appears, go back to‘‘WIPER ACTION’’ and repeat theprocedure again.When your selection is successfullycomplete

＊＊＊＊＊＊ To use the horn, press the center pad of the steering wheel.If equipped1:2:Controls Near the Steering WheelInstruments and Controls115DRIVING P

Your vehicle is equipped with seatbelts in all seating positions.Seat belts are the single mosteffectivesafetydeviceforadultsandlarger children. (Infa

−−−−−−−−−MISTOFFINT IntermittentLO Low speedHI High speedWindshield washersPush the right lever up or down toselect a position.The wipers run at highs

The headlight washers can beoperated at any time by pressing theheadlight washer button located nextto the steering wheel column. Theheadlights must b

−−Rotate the switchcounterclockwise to spray thewindow washer.When you shift the transmissionto the reverse position with thefront windshield wipers a

−−When the light switch is in either ofthese positions, the lights onindicator comes on as a reminder.This indicator stays on if you leavethe lights o

Turn the fog lights on and off byturning the switch next to theheadlight switch.You can use the fog lights only whenthe headlights are on low beam.Wit

If you turn the ignition switch to theLOCK (0) position with theheadlight switch on, but do not openthe door and get out, the lights turnoff after 10

Make sure the rear window is clearand you have good visibility beforestarting to drive.The rear window defogger will clearfog, frost, and thin ice fro

＋＋−＋−The level of brightness is shown onthe multi-information display whileyou adjust it. It goes out 5 secondsafter you finish adjusting.To reduce gl

Move the steering wheel in, out, up,or down by pushing and holding theadjustment switch in that direction.Release the switch when thesteering wheel re

When you remove the key from theignition switch, the steering wheelautomatically moves fully in and up.If your vehicle’s battery isdisconnected or goe

CONTINUEDYour vehicle has a supplementalrestraint system (SRS) with frontairbags to help protect the heads andchests of the driver and a front seatpas

These keys contain electroniccircuits that are activated by theimmobilizer system. They will notwork to start the engine if thecircuits are damaged.Pr

Always use the fully-extended keywhen you insert it to the ignitionswitch. If the key does not fullyextend, the immobilizer system maynot operate prop

As required by the FCC:This device complies with Part 15 of theFCC rules. Operation is subject to thefollowing two conditions: (1) This devicemay not

−−−−The ignition switch has fourpositions: LOCK (0), ACCESSORY(I), ON (II), and START (III).You can insert orremove the key only in this position.To t

To lock all doors and the tailgate,press the bottom of the master doorlock switch on either front door, pullthe lock tab above the driver’s doorhandle

With any door and the tailgate openandthekeyintheignition,bothmaster door lock switches aredisabled. They are not disabled if allthedoorsandthetailgat

The tailgate can also be closed bypressing the button on the tailgate. Ifyou press the button again while thetailgate is closing, you will hear threeb

The power tailgate has an auto-reverse feature. If it meetsresistance while opening or closing,it will beep three times and reversedirection. However,

Push the release lever to the right asshown.If you need to unlock the tailgatemanually, it means there is aproblem with the tailgate. Have thevehicle

−Ifyoucannotopenthetailgate,remove the cover on the back of thetailgate(seepage ).Pushtherelease lever to the right as shown,then pull the outer handl

The most important things you needto know about your airbags are:They are designed to supplementthe seat belts.To do their job, airbags mustinflate wi

−−−Press this button onceto unlock the driver’s door. Push ittwice to unlock the other doors.Some exterior lights will flash twicewhen you push the bu

Avoid dropping or throwing thetransmitter.Protect the transmitter fromextreme temperature.Do not immerse the transmitter inany liquid.If you lose a tr

−Remove the old battery and notethe polarity. Make sure thepolarity of the new battery is thesame ( side facing up), theninsert it in the keypad.An im

Here are the settings activated withthe remote;Driving position memory(see page ).When you unlock the driver’s doorwith your remote, each remoteactiva

−Moves the seat forwardand backward.Raises or lowers the seat.Moves the whole seat upand forward, or downand backward. The frontof the seat also tilts

See page for important safetyinformation and a warning aboutimproperly positioning head restraints.14Your vehicle is equipped with headrestraints in a

To remove a head restraint forcleaning or repair, pull it up as far asit will go. Push the release button,then pull the restraint out of the seat-back

CONTINUEDThe driver’s and front passenger’sseats have active head restraints. Ifthe vehicle is struck severely fromthe rear, the occupant properlysecu

To change the seat-back angle of theseats in the second row, pull up onthehandleontheoutsideoftheseat-back, and push the seat-back.Overall, the seat-b

To get into the third row seats, pulluptheleveronthesideofthepassenger’s side second row seat-back. The seat-back will tilt forward,and then can be sl

−The following pages provideinstructions on how to properlyprotect the driver, adultpassengers, and teenage childrenwho are large enough and matureeno

When the seats are returned to theupright position, these detachableanchors should be latched backproperly.The seat belts in the second rowcenter seat

Pull out the small latch plate and thelatch plate from each holding slot inthe ceiling, and pull out the seat beltto extend it.Pull out the outer shou

The outer second row seat cushionsand seat-backs are equipped withseat heaters. Turning the switch onthe driver side warms the outer seatbehind the dr

−CONTINUEDThe windows will operate for up to10 minutes after you turn off theignition switch. Opening either frontdoor cancels this function.To open e

− If your vehicle’s battery isdisconnected or goes dead, or thedriver’s window fuse is removed, theAUTO function may be disabled. Ifthe AUTO function

You can open and close the windowsand moonroof with the key in thedriver’s door lock.Insert the key in the driver’s doorlock.Turn the key clockwise, t

To open the moonroof fully, pullback the moonroof switch firmly.The moonroof opens all the way. Tostop the moonroof from openingfully, push the switch

You can open and close themoonroof for up to 10 minutes afteryou turn off the ignition switch.Opening either front door cancelsthis function.To apply

Keeptheinsideandoutsidemirrorsclean and adjusted for best visibility.Be sure to adjust the mirrors beforeyou start driving.Theinsidemirrorcanautomatic

Turn the ignition switch to the ON(II) position.Move the selector switch to L(driver’s side) or R (passenger’sside).Push the appropriate edge of thead

Adjust the driver’s seat as far to therear as possible while allowing you tomaintain full control of the vehicle.Have a front passenger adjust theirse

Both outside door mirrors have areverse tilt feature. When in reverse,the selected mirror will tilt downslightly to improve your view as youparallel p

Adjust the seat to a comfortableposition (see page ).Store a driving position only whenthe vehicle is parked.Turn the ignition switch to the ON(II) po

Doing any of the following afterpressing the MEMO button willcancel the storing procedure.Not pressing a memory buttonwithin 5 seconds.Readjusting the

The individual map lights in thefront can be turned on and off bypressing the lenses.The light control switch has threepositions: OFF, Door Activated,

＋−When the light control switch is in theposition:ONAll the individual map lights comeonandstayonaslongastheswitch remains in the ON position.The carg

The courtesy lights in all four doorscome on when you open any door.The light around the ignition switchcomes on when any door is opened.After you clo

Interior Convenience Items162GLOVE BOXSUN VISOR VANITY MIRRORSUNGLASSES HOLDER COAT HOOKGROCERY HOOKARMREST/BEVERAGE HOLDERCONSOLE COMPARTMENTCENTER P

The center seat-back in the second isequippedwithanarmrestthatprovides the beverage holder. Pivotdown the seat-back to use them.To open the beverage h

Open the glove box by pulling thehandle to the left. Close it with a firmpush. Lock or unlock the glove boxwith the master key.The storage compartment

To open the sunglasses holder, pushthen release the raised detent. It willunlatch and swing down. To close it,push it until it latches. Make sure theh

If you sit too close to the steeringwheel or dashboard, you can beseriously injured by an inflating frontairbag, or by striking the steeringwheel or d

To use the sun visor, pull it down.Whenusingthesunvisorfortheside window, remove the support rodfrom the clip, and swing it out.Your vehicle has two o

Each socket is intended to supplypower for 12 volt DC accessoriesthat are rated 120 watts or less (10amps).To use an accessory power socket,the igniti

Always run the engine when you usethe AC power outlet.The maximum capacity for thispower outlet is 115 volt AC at 100watts or less. If you use an appl

The climate control system in yourvehicle provides a comfortabledriving environment in all weatherconditions.The standard audio system hasmany feature

Climate Control SystemFRONT CONTROL PANELREAR CONTROL PANEL170OFF BUTTONAUTO BUTTONMODE BUTTONDUAL BUTTONREAR BUTTONREAR PASSENGERCOMPARTMENT TEMPERAT

▲▼When you unlock the doors withyour remote, the driver’s ID (Driver1orDriver2)isdetected,andtheclimate control settings are turned tothe respective m

When you press a fan control button,the fan is taken out of AUTO mode.When the indicator in the dualbutton is on, the driver’s side andpassenger’s sid

▲▼You can manually select variousfunctions of the climate controlsystem when it is in fully automaticmode. All other features remainautomatically cont

For your safety, make sure you havea clear view through all the windowsbefore driving.When the indicator in the button ison, the front passenger’s and

When the indicator in this button isoff, the temperature of the rearpassenger compartment issynchronized to the driver’s side settemperature. If the A

Adjust the driver’s head restraint sothe center of the back of your headrests against the center of therestraint.Properly adjusted head restraintswill

▲▼▲▼Press the fan control buttonto increase the fan speed and airflow.Press the button todecrease it. The level of the fanspeed is shown in the displa

▲▼CONTINUEDThe temperatures of the driver’s sideand the front passenger’s side can becontrolled independently when theindicator in the DUAL button is

▲▼▲▼Push AUTO or . The selectedtemperatures appear in the display.When the indicator in the DUALbutton is off, you can adjust bothsides to the same te

To regulate the interior temperatureand humidity, the climate controlsystem has two sensors. A sunlightsensor is located in the top of thedashboard an

An audio system is standard on allmodels. Read the appropriate pages(as shown below) to use yourvehicle’s audio system.For vehicles without navigation

Playing the AM/FM Radio (Models without navigation system)Features181TUNE KNOBSCAN BUTTONSEEK BUTTONSPRESET BUTTONSAUTO SELECT BUTTONFM BUTTONAM BUTTO

−−−＋−Use the TUNE knob totune the radio to a desired frequency.Turn the knob right to tune to ahigher frequency, or left to tune to alower frequency.Y

−−Each preset button canstore one frequency on AM and twofrequencies on FM.Select the desired band, AM orFM. FM1 and FM2 let you storetwo frequencies

−−−−−−−Adjusts the bass.Adjusts the treble.Adjusts the side-to-side strength of the sound.Adjusts the front-to-backstrength of the sound.The system wi

CONTINUEDPlaying the XM Satellite Radio (Models without navigation system)Features185SCAN BUTTONPOWER/VOLUME KNOBPRESET BUTTONSXM RADIO BUTTONCATEGORY

Position the lap part of the belt aslow as possible across your hips,then pull up on the shoulder part ofthe belt so the lap part fits snugly.This let

−−−＋−Your vehicle is capable of receivingXMSatellite Radio anywhere in theUnited States, except Hawaii andAlaska.XMis a registered trademark ofXM Sate

−−−−−The SCAN function givesyou a sampling of all channels whilein the channel mode. In the categorymode, only the stations within thatcategory are sc

−−−The XM satellites are in orbit overthe equator; therefore, objects southof the vehicle may cause satellitereception interruptions. To helpcompensat

Depending on where you drive, youmay experience reception problems.Interference can be caused by any ofthese conditions:Driving on the north side of a

Playing Discs (Models without navigation system)190SEEK BUTTONSTRACK/FILE NUMBERDISC SLOTDISC LOAD BUTTONPRESET BUTTONSFOLDERNUMBERDISC EJECT BUTTONSC

You operate the disc changer withthe same controls used for the radio.To select the disc changer, press theDISC button. You will see ‘‘DISC’’ inthe di

NOTE:If a file on an MP3 or WMA disc isprotected by digital rightsmanagement (DRM), the audio unitdisplays CD FORMAT, and thenskips to the next file.Y

＞CONTINUEDIf the text data has more than 16characters, you will see the first 15characters and the indicator inthe display. Press and hold the DISPbut

−−＋−＋−−Use the seek buttons while a disc isplaying to select passages andchange tracks (files in MP3 or WMAmode).In MP3 or WMA mode, use theTUNE knob

−−−−This feature,when activated, replays all the fileson the selected folder in the orderthey are compressed in MP3 orWMA. To activate folder repeatmo

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This could causevery serious injuries in a crash.If the seat belt touches or crossesyour neck, or if it crosses your arminstead of your shoulder, you

−−The SCAN functionsamples all the tracks on the disc inthe order they are recorded on thedisc (all files in the selected folder inMP3 or WMA mode). T

−CONTINUEDThis feature, whenactivated, samples the first track ineach disc in order (the first file inthemainfolderoneachdiscinMP3or WMA mode). To act

If you turn the system off while adisc is playing, either with thepower/volume knob or by turningoff the ignition switch, the disc willstay in the dri

−−Thechartontherightexplainstheerror messages you may see in thedisplay while playing a disc.If you see an error message in thedisplay while playing a

The selector can be pushed left,right, up, down, and in. Use theselector to scroll through lists, toselect menus, and to highlight menuitems. When you

Playing the AM/FM Radio (Models with navigation system)Features201SCANBUTTONINTERFACE DIALAUDIO DISPLAYAUTO SELECTBUTTONAM/FMBUTTONSEEKBUTTONSAUDIO DI

−The ignition switch must be in theACCESSORY (I) or the ON (II)position. Press the AUDIO button toview the audio control display. Turnthe system on by

−−＋−To scan with the interface dial, pushthe selector down, and then push itto the right. You will see SCANflashing on the screen.The system will scan

−− You can also press the A.SEL button.You will see AUTO SEL on thescreen, and the system goes intoscan mode for several seconds. Thesystem stores the

The radio can receive the completeAM and FM bands.Those bands cover these frequen-cies:AM band: 530 to 1,710 kHzFM band: 87.7 to 107.9 MHzRadio statio

After all occupants have adjustedtheir seats and head restraints, andput on their seat belts, it is veryimportant that they continue to situpright, we

Radio signals, especially on the FMband, are deflected by large objectssuch as buildings and hills. Yourradio then receives both the directsignal from

BASS, TREBLE, BALANCE, andFADER are each adjustable. You canalso adjust the strength of the soundcoming from the center andsubwoofer speakers. In addi

−− −To adjust bassand treble, select BASS or TREBLE,andpressENTERontheinterfaceselector. The current setting isshownonthedisplay.Turntheinterface knob

− DolbyPL (ProLogic) II signal processingcreates multi-channel surroundsound from 2 channel stereo audiosources. Dolby ProLogic II can onlyactivate wh

Playing the XM Satellite Radio (Models with navigation system)210SCANBUTTONINTERFACE DIALPOWER/VOLUMEKNOBPOWER/VOLUMEKNOBPRESET BUTTONSXMBUTTONDISPLAY

To listen to XM satellite radio, turnthe ignition switch to theACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) position.Push the power/volume knob to turnon the audio system

− −In the category mode, such as Jazz,Rock, Classical, etc., you cannavigate through all of the channelswithin that category. In the channelmode, you

−＋− −CONTINUEDPresseither button to select anothercategory. You can also change acategory by pushing the interfaceselector left or right.The scan func

− Youcanstoreupto12preset channels using the six presetbuttons. Each button stores onechannel from the XM1 band and onechannel from the XM2 band.To st

−−−−−−XM is loading theaudio or programinformation.The channelcurrently selected isno longerbroadcasting.The signal iscurrently tooweak. Move thevehic

If you are pregnant, the best way toprotect yourself and your unbornchild when driving or riding in avehicle is to always wear a seat belt,and keep th

The XM satellites are in orbit overthe equator; therefore, objects southof the vehicle may cause satellitereception interruptions. To helpcompensate f

Depending on where you drive, youmay experience reception problems.Interference can be caused by any ofthese conditions:Driving on the north side of a

Playing Discs (Models with navigation system)218SCANBUTTONAUDIO DISPLAYPOWER/VOLUMEKNOBPRESET BUTTONSLOADBUTTONLOADBUTTONEJECTBUTTONFOLDERKNOBSEEK BUT

Your vehicle’s audio system has anin-dash disc changer with the samecontrols used for the radio. Tooperate the disc changer, the ignitionswitch must b

To load multiple discs in oneoperation:Insert a disc into the slot. Insert itonly about halfway; the drive willpull it in the rest of the way. Youwill

＋−−−＋Select the changer by pressing theDISC button. The system will beginplaying the last selected disc in thedisc changer. You will see thecurrent di

You can also choose a track directlyfrom a track list. Press ENTER onthe interface selector, and the tracklist screen will be shown. If there areno tr

To replay the current trackcontinuously, press and release theRPT button, or use the interfaceselector to scroll down, selectTRACK REPEAT, and press E

Use the disc controls previouslydescribed.The specifications of the compatibleMP3 file are:The specifications of the compatibleWMA file are:To pause a

While playing an MP3/WMA disc,you can select a folder within thedisc by turning the TUNE knob.Each time you rotate the knob, thefolder title and its f

If they do, theycould be very seriously injured in acrash.A passenger who is notwearing a seat belt during a crashor emergency stop can be thrownagain

This feature, when activated,samples the first file of each folderfor 10 seconds. To scan a folder,press the SCAN button repeatedlyuntil you see F-SCA

To remove a different disc from thechanger,firstselectitbypressingthe corresponding number on thepreset button or turning theinterface knob, and press

−−Thechartontherightexplainstheerror messages you may see in thedisplay while playing a disc.If you see an error message in thedisplay while playing a

When using CD-R or CD-RW discs,use only high quality discs labeledfor audio use.When recording a CD-R orCD-RW, the recording must beclosedforittobeuse

The in-dash disc player/changer hasa sophisticated and delicatemechanism. If you insert a damageddisc as indicated in this section, itmaybecomestuckin

Small, irregular shaped discs Discs with scratches, dirty discsCD-R or CD-RW may not play dueto the recording conditions.Scratches and fingerprints on

For more information, see page .Auxiliary input jacks and headphoneconnectors for the rearentertainment system are on theback of the center consolecom

▲▼＋−＋−＋−＋−＋−The VOL button adjusts the volumeup ( ) or down ( ). Press the topor bottom of the button, hold it untilthe desired volume is reached, the

＋−＋−＋−If you are listening to XM SatelliteRadio, use the CH button to changechannels. Each time you press thetop ( ) of the button, the systemgoes to

Your vehicle’s audio system maydisable itself if it is disconnectedfrom electrical power for any reason.To make it work again, you mustenter a specifi

This system uses the same sensorsas the front airbags to monitorwhether the front seat belts arelatched or unlatched, and how muchweight is on the fro

▼▲Press and release the SET buttonrepeatedly. The mode switchesfrom hours, minutes, AM/PM,year, month, then to day as shownabove.Select the desired mo

Press the REAR PWR button. Theindicator on the REAR PWR buttonwillcomeon,aswellastheindicatoron the FRONT SOURCE button.The rear seat passengers can t

Rear Entertainment SystemU.S. Entertainment Package andCanadian Elite Package models238Overhead Screen UnitFRONT SOURCE BUTTONREAR SOURCE BUTTONREAR P

Open the overhead screen bypushing the OPEN button. Thescreen will swing down part-way.Pivot the screen the rest of the way.If you pivot the screen to

−−Insert a DVD into the lower DVD/CD slot in the audio unit.Push the DVD in halfway, the drivewill pull it in the rest of the way.Press the DVD ( )but

−−＋−＋−Press the eject button toremove the DVD from the drive.Press and hold thebutton to move forward; you willsee the time elapsed shown in theoverhe

▲▼▲▼Usethe,,,orbutton to highlight SEEK,TUNE, AUTO SELECT, SCAN, orone of the preset radio stations onthe overhead screen. You can enterthe highlighte

▲▼▲▲▼▼While the overhead screen is closed,you can see the XM radioinformation in the subsidiary displayin the ceiling. Pressing the DISPMODE button re

The video screen is for use by rearseat passengers only. The driver andfront seat passenger should not tryto view the screen while driving.Open the ov

When you press the DISP buttonwhile a DVD is playing, the currentstatus of title, chapter, elapsed time,angle, subtitle, audio, and soundcharacteristi

All seat belts have an emergencylocking retractor. In normal driving,the retractor lets you move freely inyour seat while it keeps sometension on the

▲▼Menu Play ModeWhen you select ‘‘MENU’’ with theor button, the screenchanges to the DVD’s title menu.When you select ‘‘PLAY MODE’’with the or button,

▼▲▼▲▼▲CONTINUED‘‘Subtitle’’To change the DVD’s subtitle,highlight ‘‘Subtitle’’ from the playmode menu with the orbutton and press the ENTbutton. You c

▼▲▲▼‘‘Angle’’When you highlight ‘‘Search’’ withthe or button, the ‘‘Jumpto chapter and title number input’’message appears. To select‘‘Chapter’’ or ‘‘

▲▼CONTINUED‘‘Title/Chapter Search’’With ‘‘Title’’ highlighted, use theor buttontojumptoyourdesired title and press the ENTbutton. When ‘‘Chapter’’ ish

▼▲Select and enter the second digitnumber the same way. The cursorwill automatically move to the ‘‘ENT’’icon when you press the ENT button.Press the E

▼▲▲▼CONTINUEDSelect the quality you want to adjustby pressing the or button.Adjust the setting by pressing theor button. When you arefinished with you

Select the ‘‘Aspect Ratio’’ by pressingthe or button, then pressthe ENT button.The selected setting will behighlighted in blue for one second,and the

▲▼CONTINUEDTo change the Personal Surroundsetting, highlight ‘‘PERSONALSURROUND’’ from the setup menuwith the or button andpress the ENT button. The e

▼▲When you press the SETUP buttonon the rear control panel when aDVD is not playing, the ‘‘INITIALSETTINGS’’ menu is displayed.When you select ‘‘Langu

If you want another language thanthose listed, you need to enter thecode number of the desired language.Select ‘‘other,’’ and press the ENTbutton. The

For added protection, the front seatbelts are equipped with automaticseat belt tensioners. When activated,the tensioners immediately tightenthe belts

▼▲Audio LanguageIf you select ‘‘Yes,’’ the displaychanges to the language code inputmode. Select the first number digitusingthe,,,orbutton, and press

▼▲Subtitle LanguageYou can select the subtitle languagebefore playing DVDs.Select ‘‘Subtitle Language’’ bypressing the or button. You willsee the subm

▼▲ ▼▲When you select the ‘‘DynamicRange’’ by pressing the orbutton, you will see the submenunext to the ‘‘Dynamic Range’’ asshown above.Angle MarkWhen

When you select and enter ‘‘Yes,’’the display changes as shown above.To change the level, you need toenter your four digit password.Select the number

If the system does not recognize thepassword you entered, you will seethe above display. Repeat theparental control level steps until youenter the cor

To change the password, select‘‘Password.’’ You will see the abovemenu displayed. Select ‘‘Yes’’ bypressing the or button,then press the ENT button.If

▲If you forget the password, select‘‘Password,’’ and press the button10 times.The display changes as shown above.If you want to use the defaultpasswor

If it takes several pushes on thebutton to operate the rearentertainment system, have yourdealer replace the batteries as soonas possible.Battery type

There are various types of DVDsavailable. Some of them are notcompatible with your system.The DVD player in your rearentertainment system can playDVDs

Thechartontherightexplainstheerror messages you may see in thedisplay while playing a disc.If you see an error message in thedisplay while playing a d

For safety, you should check thecondition of your seat belts regularly.Pull each belt out fully, and look forfrays, cuts, burns, and wear. Checkthat t

Some state and local governmentagencies prohibit the use ofheadphones by the driver of a motorvehicle. Always obey applicable lawsand regulations.To u

CONTINUEDAuxiliary input jacks and headphoneconnectors for the rearentertainment system are on theback of the center consolecompartment.Remove the bat

There are three headphoneconnectors for the third seatpassengers. Each connector has itsown volume control.The system will accept auxiliaryinputs from

Once the security system is set,opening any door, the tailgate, or thehood without using the key or theremote transmitter, will cause it toalarm. It a

Cruise control allows you to maintainasetspeedabove25mph(40km/h)without keeping your foot on theaccelerator pedal. It should be usedfor cruising on st

You can increase the set cruisingspeed in any of these ways:You can decrease the set cruisingspeed in any of these ways:Press and hold the RES/ACCELbu

Tap the brake pedal.Push the CANCEL button on thesteering wheel.Resting your foot on the brake pedalcauses cruise control to cancel.You can cancel cru

−−▼−−▼CONTINUEDPress and hold the SET button forfive seconds until the Clockdisplay changes to ‘‘ZON ? N.’’(Clock adjustment mode will bestarted after

−−▼▲▼Press and hold the SET button forfive seconds until the Clockdisplay changes to ‘‘ZON ? N.’’(Clock adjustment mode will bestarted after the first

CompassFeatures275Zone Map０７／０７／０９ ０９：５８：５６ ３１ＳＴＸ６１０ ０２８０  2008 MDX Table Of ContentsMain Menu

Additional Information About Your AirbagsAirbag System Components24(5)(3)(4)(2)(9)(1)(6)(4)(5)(8)(10)(11)(7)(1) Driver’s Front Airbag(2) Passenger’s F

×−The HomeLinkUniversalTransceiver built into your vehiclecanbeprogrammedtooperateuptothree remote controlled devicesaround your home, such as garaged

If the red indicator in HomeLinkcontinues to flash slowly (doesnot begin to flash rapidly),repeat steps 1 thru 3.Test the HomeLink button bypushing it

Press the training button on thegarage door opener unit until theindicator next to the button comeson. The indicator may blink, orcomeonandstayon.Yout

Youshoulderaseallthreecodesbefore selling the vehicle.Toerasethecodesstoredinallthreebuttons, press and hold the twooutside buttons until the redindic

Your vehicle is equipped withBluetoothHandsFreeLink (HFL).HFL uses Bluetoothtechnology tolink your cell phone to your vehicle.With HFL, you can place

To operate the HFL, use the HFLTalk and Back buttons on the leftside of the steering wheel.The HFL buttons are used asfollows:HFLTalk:Thisbuttonisused

−−−−−＊＊＊＊Phone Dialing Indicates thenumber you entered or thenumber of the incoming call.Signal Strength Indicates thenetwork signal strength of thecu

Here are some guidelines for usingvoice control:TheHFLisoperatedbytheHFLTalk and Back buttons on the leftside of the steering wheel. The nextfew pages

To hear a list of available optionsat any time, press the Talk button,wait for the beep, and say, ‘‘Handsfree link help.’’Many commands can be spokent

ThevoiceoftheHFLcanbesettomale or female (U.S. models only).Also, the incoming notification canbe set to a ring tone, a prompt, or nonotification.Pres

Your Airbag System (SRS) includes:Two SRS (Supplemental RestraintSystem) front airbags. The driver’sairbag is stored in the center ofthe steering whee

The HFL will accept a numeric, four-digit passcode that you can use forsecurity purposes.Follow the system setupprocedure as described previously.Pres

CONTINUEDWith your phone on and theignition in the ACCESSORY (I) orON (II) position, press and releasethe Talk button. After the beep,say ‘‘Phone setu

Press and release the Talk button.After the beep, say the name youwant to use. For example, say‘‘Eric’s phone.’’ The HFL responseis ‘‘Eric’s phone has

To find out the status of the phone beingused, do this:To list all paired phones, do this:To delete a paired phone, do this:Press and release the Talk

To end the call, press the Backbutton.Press and release the Talk button.After the beep, say ‘‘Call’’ or ‘‘Dial.’’The HFL response is ‘‘Calling’’ or‘‘D

＃To make a call using a name in the HFLphonebook, do this:To send a number during a call, do this:With your phone on and theignition in the ACCESSORY

Press and release the Talk button.After the beep, say ‘‘Send.’’ Thedial tones will be sent, and the callwill continue.Press and release the Talk butto

CONTINUEDDuring a call, you can mute orunmute your voice to the person youare talking to.Press and release the Talk button.After the beep, say ‘‘Mute.

To edit the number of a name, do this:To delete a name, do this: To list all names in the phonebook, dothis:Press and release the Talk button.After th

To call a name from the phonebook list,do this:To store a phone number from yourphone:www.acura.com/handsfreelinkwww.acura.caPress and release the Tal

−−−−−−Your safety, and the safety of others,is very important. And operating thisvehicle safely is an importantresponsibility.To help you make informe

Automatic front seat belttensioners (see page ).An indicator on the instrumentpanel that alerts you to a possibleproblem with your airbags,sensors, or

Press and release the Talk button.After the beep, say the name youwould like to store. For example,say ‘‘Neil at work.’’ The HFLresponse is, ‘‘Neil at

CONTINUEDOn vehicles with navigation systemwww.acura.com/handsfreelinkwww.acura.caThe cellular phonebook optionallows you to store up to 1,000 namesan

Search Imported Phonebook: Thisoption allows you to search thephone numbers stored in the HFL.When you enter keyword for aperson’s name, such as the f

To search the imported phonebookYou can search the stored numberby entering keywords to make callsby using the HFL.Select ‘‘Search Imported Phonebook’

−Select the number (1 6) of thedesired person from the list.Up to three category icons aredisplayed in the right side of the list.These category icons

To store in the BluetoothHandsFreeLinkTo delete the imported phonebookYou can delete the storedphonebook from the HFL.Link your phone to the HFL andse

After you enter the correct PINnumber, or if the phonebook youselect is not PIN protected, thefollowing screen appears.Say or select ‘‘Yes’’, and the

Enter the 4-digit PIN number. Youwill be asked to re-enter the PIN toverify.Select the phonebook that youwish to change the PIN numberfor. The display

Enteryournew4-digitPINnumber. You will be asked to re-enter the PIN to verify.This operation clears the HFL ofyour passcode, your paired phones,all na

CONTINUEDPress and release the Talk button.After the beep, say ‘‘Oui’’ or ‘‘Yes.’’If there are no paired phoneswithout French name tags, theHFL respon

During a frontal crash, your seat beltrestrains your lower body and torso,and the front airbag helps protectyour head and chest.Although both airbags

＜＞＜＞Press and release the Talk button.After the beep, say ‘‘Yes’’ or ‘‘Oui.’’If there are no paired phoneswithout English name tags, theHFL response i

＜＞＜＞As required by the FCC:This device complies with Part 15 of theFCC rules. Operation is subject to thefollowing two conditions: (1) This devicemay

Most AcuraLink functions arecontrolled by the interface dial. Theinterface dial has two parts, a knoband a selector.The knob turns left and right. Use

If you have new messages, anenvelope icon appears in the topright corner of the navigation screen.To open a message:Press ENTER on the interfaceselect

Unread messages have a closedenvelope icon next to them. The icondisappears when it has already beenread.Only Diagnostic Infomessages overlay the navi

−−−−−−Select this button todelete the current message.Select this button to hear avoice read the entire message. Thisgives you more information than t

Diagnostic info and recall/campaign messages can only bedeleted by your dealer.To delete a single message:Press the INFO button to bring upthe Informa

There are six message categories inAcuraLink: Quick Tips, FeatureGuides, Maintenance Minders,Recalls/Campaigns, Diagnostic Info,and Dealer Appointment

If your vehicle is affected by a recallor other important safetyinformation, a letter will be mailed toyou about the issue and how to fix it.If you do

When an indicator comes on or amessage is displayed on the Multi-Information Display (MID),AcuraLink can provide informationabout the cause of the ind

Your front airbags are also dual-threshold airbags. Airbags with thisfeature have two deploymentthresholds that depend on whethersensors detect the oc

When you make an appointmentthrough the Owner’s Link OnlineScheduling Service, you can bereminded in advance about thatappointment through AcuraLink.

−−−To access the following functions,press the SETUP button, push theinterface selector to the right toselect MORE, then rotate theinterface knob to s

− Selectthis button to begin the processrequired to connect to Acura. This isused to access the most recentdiagnostic information when aproblem occurs

−The default setting is prompt. Whena diagnostic info message appears,and you select the Check Nowbutton, the system will prompt youbefore connecting

Since the rearview camera displayarea is limited, you should alwaysback up slowly and carefully, andlook behind you for obstacles.Whenever you shift t

Before you begin driving yourvehicle, you should know whatgasoline to use and how to check thelevels of important fluids. You alsoneed to know how to

Help assure your vehicle’s futurereliability and performance by payingextra attention to how you driveduring the first 600 miles (1,000 km).During thi

CONTINUEDPark with the driver’s side closestto the service station pump.Open the fuel fill door by pressingthe button in the driver’s door. (Toopen th

Screw the fuel fill cap back onuntil it clicks at least once. If youdo not properly tighten the cap,you will see a ‘‘TIGHTEN FUELCAP’’ message on the

Park the vehicle, and set theparking brake. Pull the hoodrelease handle located under thelower left corner of the dashboard.The hood will pop up sligh

Your front airbags are also advancedairbags. The main purpose of thisfeature is to help prevent airbag-caused injuries to short drivers andchildren wh

Wait a few minutes after turning theengine off before you check the oil.Remove the dipstick (orange loop).Remove the dipstick again, andcheck the leve

−−−−Fuel economy is not a fixed number.It varies based on driving conditions,driving habits and vehicle condition.Therefore, it is not possible for on

−−−−−−−Aggressive driving (hardacceleration and braking)Excessive idling, accelerating andbraking in stop-and-go trafficCold engine operation (engines

−−Fill the fuel tank until the nozzle automatically clicks off.Reset trip counter to zero.Record the total gallons (liters) needed to refill.Follow on

Modifying your vehicle, or installingsome non-Acura accessories, canmake your vehicle unsafe. Beforeyou make any modifications or addanyaccessories,be

Some examples are:Larger or smaller wheels and tirescan interfere with the operation ofyour vehicle’s anti-lock brakes andother systems.Removing parts

Your vehicle has several convenientstorage areas:Glove boxRear cargo area, including thesecond and third row seats whenfolded flatConsole compartmentH

−−×Label ExampleSee Tire And Loading Informationlabel attached to the driver’sdoorjamb.This figure includes the total weightof all occupants, cargo, a

In addition, the total weight of thevehicle, all occupants, accessories,cargo, and trailer tongue load mustnot exceed the Gross VehicleWeight Rating (

Store or secure all items that couldbe thrown around and hurtsomeone during a crash.Be sure items placed on the floorbehind the front seats cannot rol

Be aware that objects placed on thepassenger’s seat can also cause theairbag to be turned off.When the airbag is turned off, a‘‘passenger airbag off’’

Your vehicle also has a grocery hookon each side panel in the cargo area.They are designed to hold lightitems. Heavy objects may damagethehook.Makesur

This section gives you tips onstarting the engine under variousconditions, and how to operate theautomatic transmission. It alsoincludes important inf

Because your vehicle rides higheroff the ground, it has a high centerof gravity that can cause it to rollover if you make abrupt turns. Utilityvehicle

CONTINUEDCheck the adjustment of theinside and outside mirrors (seepage ).Check the steering wheeladjustment (see page ).Make sure the doors and tailg

If this message is on, the ignitionswitchhastobeheldintheSTART (III) position manuallyuntil the engine starts. Theignitionswitchcanbeheldinthatpositio

The ‘‘D’’ indicator comes on for afew seconds when you turn theignition switch to the ON (II)position. If it flashes while driving (inany shift positi

−−−−To avoid transmission damage, cometo a complete stop before shiftinginto Park. The shift lever must be inPark before you can remove the keyfrom th

−＋With the shift lever in ‘‘D’’ position,you can select the SequentialSportShift mode to shift gears muchlike a manual transmission, butwithout a clut

→→→→The transmission may automaticallydownshift from the higher gear tothe lower gear under theseconditions:Driving on level roads and downhillDriving

→→→→→→→The table shows the speed rangesfor upshifting and downshifting. When you are in SequentialSportShift mode, and the vehicle isstopped, push for

Only one airbag will deploy during aside impact. If the impact is on thepassenger’s side, the passenger’sside airbag will deploy even if thereis no pa

−If you exceed the maximum speedfor the gear you are in, the enginespeed will enter into the tachometer’sred zone. If this occurs, you may feelthe eng

If you need to use the shift lockrelease, it means your vehicle isdeveloping a problem. Have thevehicle checked by a dealer.Remove the key from the sh

Each torque indicator is displayedas a bar graph divided into 5segments. The number ofsegments represents the amountof torque distributed to eachwheel

Your vehicle still has normal front-wheel drive with vehicle stabilityassist (VSA), but does not haveyour vehicle checked by a dealeras soon as possib

Check the indicator on theinstrument panel to verify that thesecurity system is set.If the vehicle is facing uphill, turnthe front wheels away from th

Your vehicle is equipped with a tirepressure monitoring system (TPMS)that turns on every time you start theengine and monitors the pressure inyour tir

Although your tire pressure ismonitored, you must manually checkthetirepressuresmonthly.Each tire, including the spare, shouldbe checked monthly when

CONTINUEDTo see the inflation pressures of allfour tires, press the SEL/RESETbutton. The display changes asshown above.Each tire pressure is shown in

If any of the tires has low pressure,thetirepressuremonitoralsoshowsabove message to warn you aboutthe low tire pressure when you selectthe display by

If the low tire pressure/TPMSindicator comes on, or the multi-information display shows a‘‘CHECK TPMS SYSTEM’’ message,the VSA system automatically tu

If the impact is on the passenger’sside, the passenger’s side curtainairbag will inflate even if there are nooccupants on that side of the vehicle.In

Constant application of the brakeswhen going down a long hill buildsup heat and reduces their effective-ness. Use the engine to assist thebrakes by ta

You will feel a pulsation in the brakepedal when the ABS activates, andmay hear some noise. This is normal:it is the ABS rapidly pumping thebrakes. On

on loose oruneven surfaces, such as gravel orsnow, than a vehicle without anti-lock.It only helps with steeringcontrol during braking.such as trying t

The vehicle stability assist (VSA)system helps to stabilize the vehicleduring cornering if the vehicle turnsmore or less than desired. It alsoassists

This switch is under the driver’s sidevent. To turn the VSA system on andoff, press and hold it until you hear abeep.When VSA is off, the VSA activati

CONTINUEDTheactivedampersystemisalwayson, constantly adjusting your vehicle’sdampers to the best settings forcurrent road conditions along withvehicle

If there is a problem with the activedamper system, the active dampersystem shuts down and the activedamper system indicator on theinstrument panel co

If you see this warning indicator andmessage, have your vehicle checkedat your dealer as soon as possible.In this case, your vehicle still has thenorm

−−−The weight that the tongue of a fullyloaded trailer puts on the hitchshouldbe5to10percentofthetotaltrailer weight for boat trailers, and 8to 15 per

Park the vehicle on level ground.Measure and record the distancefrom the ground to the bottom ofthe trailer hitch.Connect the fully loaded trailer tot

When you turn the ignition switch tothe ON (II) position, this indicatorcomes on briefly then goes off. Thistells you the system is workingproperly.Th

＊−−＊＊＊Number ofOccupants234567 Towing is Not RecommendedMaximum Total Trailer Weight Maximum Tongue LoadTowing a Trailer366Total Trailer Weight and To

To accurately check your loads atthe public scale, the vehicle andtrailer should be fully loaded, and alloccupants should stay in the vehiclewhile the

Towing generally requires a varietyof supplemental equipment. Toensure the best quality, werecommend that you purchase Acuraequipment whenever possibl

CONTINUEDA 4-pin gray connector is available asan option at your dealer. Thisconnector has all of the circuitsrequired to install most electrictrailer

When towing a trailer, werecommend that you carry a full-sizespare wheel and tire for your vehicleand trailer. See page for propertire size, page for

＋−Trailer lights and equipment mustcomply with federal, state, province,and local regulations. Check trailerlight requirements for the areaswhere you

When preparing to tow, and beforedriving away, be sure to check thefollowing:The added weight, length, andheight of a trailer will affect yourvehicle’

−−−−−−CONTINUEDIf the automatic transmission fluidtemperature increases and exceedsthe specified limit, the A/Ttemperature indicator comes on (seepage

When climbing hills, closely watchyour temperature gauge. If it nearsthe red (Hot) mark, turn the airconditioning off, reduce speed and, ifnecessary,

Under these conditions, trailerstability assist begins to stabilize thevehicle/trailer combination byreducing the vehicle speed. Thecontrol unit sends

This indicator alerts you that thepassenger’s front airbag has beenshut off because weight sensorsdetect about 65 lbs (29 kg) or less(the weight of an

IfyouturnofftheVSA,thetrailerstability assist function also shuts off.Press and hold the VSA off switchuntil you hear a beep (see page ).The VSA activ

To avoid loss of control or rollover,be sure to follow all precautions andrecommendations.Be sure to store cargo properlyand do not exceed your cargo

Before you leave the pavement, besure to do all scheduled maintenanceand service, and inspect your vehiclefor any problems. Pay specialattention to th

The banks are sloped so you candrive out.The water is not flowing too fast.Deep rushing water can sweep youdownstream. Even very shallowrushingwaterca

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This section explains why it isimportant to keep your vehicle wellmaintained and how to follow basicmaintenance safety precautions.If you have the ski

To eliminate potential hazards, readthe instructions before you begin,and make sure you have the toolsand skills required.Make sure your vehicle is pa

−−−−−−−−−−−−One of the most convenient andimportant features of the multi-information display on your vehicleis the maintenance minder.Based on engine

−Press the SEL/RESET button on thesteering wheel repeatedly to selectthe engine oil life. The message‘‘SERVICE’’, along with ‘‘5%’’, and themaintenanc

▼▲▼▲−If the indicated maintenance serviceis not done and the remaining engineoil life reaches 0%, the multi-information display will show themessage ‘

Your airbag systems are virtuallymaintenance free, and there are noparts you can safely service.However, you must have yourvehicle serviced if:Any air

▼▲▼▲If the indicated required service isnot done and the remaining engineoil life becomes 0%, the multi-information display will show a‘‘SERVICE PAST

▲▼All the maintenance items displayedin the multi-information display arein code.For an explanation of themaintenance codes, see page .Your dealer wil

If you have the required servicedone but do not reset the display, orreset the display without doing theservice, the system will not show theproper ma

−−−−−−＃Youshouldcheckthefollowingitems at the specified intervals. Ifyou are unsure of how to performany check, turn to the appropriatepage listed.Eng

＃＃−−＃Maintenance Minder390Maintenance Main ItemsReplace engine oilReplace engine oil and oil filterInspect front and rear brakesCheck parking brake ad

Fluid LocationsMaintenance391WASHER FLUID(Blue cap)RADIATOR CAPENGINE OIL DIPSTICK(Orange loop)ENGINE OILFILL CAPBRAKE FLUID(Black cap)AUTOMATICTRANSM

The component parts in the enginecompartment are protected by thecover. You may need to remove thecover when you perform somesimple maintenance work.C

The oil viscosity or weight isprovided on the container’s label.5W-20 oil is formulated for year-round protection of your vehicle toimprove cold weath

Open the hood, and remove theengine oil fill cap. Remove the oildrain bolt and washer from thebottom of the engine. Drain the oilinto an appropriate c

Remove the oil filter, and let theremaining oil drain. A specialwrench (available from yourdealer) is required.Reinstall the engine oil fill cap.Start

Your MDX has higher ground clearance than a passenger vehicle designed for use only on pavement. Higher groundclearance has many advantages for off-hi

This could make thedriver’s seat position sensor or thefront passenger’s weight sensorsineffective. If it is necessary toremove or modify a front seat

If the reserve tank is completelyempty, you should also check thecoolant level in the radiator.If the coolant level in the reservetank is at or below

Make sure the engine and radiatorare cool.The coolant level should be up tothe base of the filler neck. Addcoolant if it is low.Pour the coolant slowl

Pour coolant into the reserve tank.Fill it to halfway between the MAXand MIN marks. Put the cap backon the reserve tank.Do not add any rust inhibitors

CONTINUEDRemove the dipstick (yellow loop)from the transmission, and wipe itwith a clean cloth.Insert the dipstick all the way intothe transmission se

If the level is below the lowermark, add fluid into the dipstickhole to bring it to the levelbetween the upper and lowermarks.Pour the fluid slowly an

Always use Honda Heavy DutyBrake Fluid DOT 3. If it is notavailable, you should use only DOT 3or DOT 4 fluid, from a sealedcontainer, as a temporaryre

−−Check the level on the side of thereservoir when the engine is cold.The fluid should be between theUPPER LEVEL and LOWER LEVEL.If not add power stee

CONTINUEDRemove the electrical connectorfrom the bulb by pushing on thetab and pulling the connectordown.Remove the bulb by turning itabout one-quarte

Insert the socket back into theheadlight assembly. Turn itclockwise to lock it in place.Insert the new bulb into the hole,and turn it one-quarter turn

CONTINUEDRemove the bolt and use the flat-tip screwdriver to remove theholding clips located under thefront bumper.Push down the inner fender.Your veh

−−−Children depend on adults to protectthem. However, despite their bestintentions, many adults do not knowhow to protect childpassengers.Each year, m

Remove the electrical connectorfrom the bulb by pushing on thetab and pulling the connectordown.Remove the bulb from the foglight assembly by turning

CONTINUEDRemove the socket by turning itone-quarter turn counterclockwise.Pull the bulb straight out of itssocket.Push the new bulb straight intothe s

Each outside mirror has side turnsignal lights. The lights should bereplaced by your dealer.The license plate has two lightsabove it. The bulbs should

If your seat belts get dirty, use a softbrush with a mixture of mild soapand warm water to clean them. Donot use bleach, dye, or cleaningsolvents. Let

The floor mats that came with yourvehicle hook over the floor matanchors. This keeps the floor matsfrom sliding forward, possiblyinterfering with the

Check the condition of the wiperblades at least every 6 months.Replace them if you find signs ofcracking in the rubber, and areasthat are getting hard

Examine the new wiper blades. Ifthey have no plastic or metalreinforcement along the backedge, remove the metalreinforcement strips from the oldwiper

To replace the rear wiper blade:Raise the wiper arm off the rearwindow.Slidethebladeoutofthewiperarm.Examine the new wiper blades. Ifthey have no plas

Slide the new blade into the wiperarm. Make sure it is engaged inthe slot along its full length.Lower the wiper arm.4.5.Wiper Blades414０７／０７／０９ １０：１８：

To safely operate your vehicle, yourtires must be the proper type andsize, in good condition with adequatetread, and correctly inflated.Keeping the ti

−Front airbags have been designed tohelp protect adults in a moderate tosevere frontal collision. To do this,the passenger’s front airbag is quitelarg

Tire Size Cold Tire Pressurefor Normal DrivingFront/Rear:The following chart shows therecommended cold tire pressures formost normal and high-speed dr

A tire this worn gives very littletraction on wet roads. You shouldreplace the tire if you can see threeor more tread wear indicators.Every time you c

In addition to proper inflation,correct wheel alignment helps todecrease tire wear. If you find a tireis worn unevenly, have your dealercheck the whee

＋Tires marked ‘‘M S’’ or ‘‘AllSeason’’ on the sidewall have an all-weather tread design suitable formost winter driving conditions.For the best perfor

＃Mount tire chains on your tires whenrequired by driving conditions orlocal laws. Install them only on thefront tires.Because your vehicle has limited

−−−−Check the terminals for corrosion (awhite or yellowish powder). Toremove it, cover the terminals with asolution of baking soda and water. Itwill b

If you need to park your vehicle foran extended period (more than 1month), there are several things youshould do to prepare it for storage.Proper prep

This section covers the morecommon problems that motoristsexperience with their vehicles. Itgives you information about how tosafely evaluate the prob

Use the compact spare tire as atemporary replacement only. Getyour regular tire repaired or replaced,and put it back on your vehicle assoon as you can

If you have a flat tire while driving,stop in a safe place to change it.Drive slowly along the shoulder untilyou get to an exit or an area to stopthat

−To remind you of the passenger’sfront airbag hazards, and thatchildren must be properly restrainedin a back seat, your vehicle haswarninglabelsonthed

The spare tire is storedunderneath the rear cargo area.Remove the plastic cover on thecargo area lining to access theshaft for the spare tire hoist.Th

Remove the bracket from thespare tire.Keep turning the wheel nutwrench to create slack in the cable.Loosen each wheel nut 1/2 turnwith the wheel nut w

Use the extension and the wheelnut wrench as shown to raise thevehicle until the flat tire is off theground.Remove the wheel nuts, thenremove the flat

Tighten the wheel nuts securely inthe same crisscross pattern. Havethe wheel nut torque checked atthe nearest automotive servicefacility.Tighten the w

Slowly turn the wheel nut wrenchclockwisetotakeuptheslackofthe hoist cable. Make sure thebracketisseatedinthecenterhole of the flat tire.Turn the whee

Diagnosing why the engine won’tstart falls into two areas, dependingon what you hear when you turn theignition switch to the START (III)position:You h

Are you using the proper startingprocedure? Refer toon page .Do you have fuel? Check the fuelgauge; the warning indicator maynot be working.There may

−＋＋Start your vehicle. If the startermotor still operates slowly, checkthat the jumper cables have goodmetal-to-metal contact.If the booster battery i

If you see steam and/or spraycoming from under the hood, turnoff the engine. Wait until you seeno more signs of steam or spray,then open the hood.If y

If the temperature gauge stays atthe red mark, turn off the engine.Look for any obvious coolant leaks,such as a split radiator hose.Everything is stil

−Your vehicle has two rows of backseats where children can be properlyrestrained. If you ever have to carrya group of children, and a child mustride i

Safely pull off the road, and shutoff the engine. Turn on the hazardwarning indicators.Let the vehicle sit for a minute.Open the hood, and check the o

If the indicator comes on repeatedly,even though it may turn off as youcontinue driving, have your vehiclechecked by the dealer as soon aspossible.If

You will also see a ‘‘CHECK BRAKESYSTEM’’ message on the multi-information display (see page ).However, if the brake pedal does notfeel normal, you sh

The vehicle’s fuses are located infour fuse boxes.The interior fuse box is underneaththe dashboard on the driver’s side.To remove the fuse box lid, pu

If something electrical in yourvehicle stops working, the first thingyoushouldcheckforisablownfuse.Determine from the chart on pages, , and , or the d

If you cannot drive the vehiclewithout fixing the problem, and youdo not have a spare fuse, take a fuseof the same rating or a lower ratingfrom one of

If the replacement fuse of thesame rating blows in a short time,there is probably a seriouselectrical problem with yourvehicle. Leave the blown fuse i

−−−−−−−−−−−−−−−−−−−−−−−＊＊No.No. Circuits Protected Circuits ProtectedAmps.Amps.353637384567891011121314151212223242526272831323334Main fuseNot UsedNot

−−−−−＊＊No. Amps. Circuits ProtectedNo.No. Circuits ProtectedAmps.Circuits ProtectedAmps.123410 A10 A10 A10 ALeft Daytime Running LightRight Daytime Ru

−−No. Circuits ProtectedNo.No. Circuits ProtectedNo. Amps.Circuits Protected Circuits ProtectedAmps.Amps.Amps.12345TPMSDriver’s Lumber SupportMotorMoo

−For example, infants and smallchildrenleftinavehicleonahotday can die from heatstroke. Achild left alone with the key in theignition switch can accid

If the fuel fill door release buttondoes not work, use the release leverinside the rear fuse box lid in thecargo area.To open the fuel fill door, pull

If your vehicle gets stuck in sand,mud, or snow, call a towing serviceto pull it out (see the previous page).The cover is attached to the bumperwith a

Remove the towing hook andwheel nut wrench placed behind acover under the cargo area.Screw the towing hook into thehole, and tighten it with the wheel

−Thediagramsinthissectiongiveyou the dimensions and capacities ofyour vehicle and the locations of theidentification numbers. It alsoincludes informat

Your vehicle has several identifyingnumbers located in various places.The vehicle identification number(VIN) is the 17-digit number yourdealer uses to

The engine number is stamped intothe engine block. It is on the front.The transmission number is on alabel on top of the transmission.Identification N

−−＊＊＊＊＊＊Specifications452DimensionsAir ConditioningWeightsCapacitiesSeating Capacities1.93 US gal (7.3 )2.43 US gal (9.2)4.5 US qt (4.3)4.2 US qt (4.0

−−−−−−−−−−−−−−−−−−−−−−＊＊SpecificationsTechnical Information453BatteryEngineFusesTiresAlignmentLights60 W12 V12 V 35 W12 V 5 W12 V 5 W8W5W2W3.4 W12 V12

The tires on your vehicle meet allU.S. Federal Safety Requirements.All tires are also graded fortreadwear, traction, and temperatureperformance accord

Warning: The temperature grade forthis tire is established for a tire thatis properly inflated and notoverloaded. Excessive speed,underinflation, or e

If placedfacing forward, an infant could bevery seriously injured during afrontal collision.An infant must be properlyrestrained in a rear-facing, rec

−−−−−−−−−The tires that came on your vehiclehave a number of markings. Thoseyou should be aware of are describedbelow.Load index (a numerical codeasso

−−−− Tire type code.Date of manufacture.Max Press The maximum airpressurethetirecanhold.Max Load The maximum load thetire can carry atmaximum air pres

−Each tire, including the spare (ifprovided), should be checkedmonthly when cold and inflated tothe inflation pressure recommendedby the vehicle manuf

−Always check the TPMS malfunctiontelltale after replacing one or moretires or wheels on your vehicle toensure that the replacement oralternate tires

＊＊The burning of gasoline in yourvehicle’s engine produces several by-products. Some of these are carbonmonoxide (CO), oxides of nitrogen(NOx), and hy

The exhaust emissions controlsinclude four systems: PGM-FI,ignition timing control, exhaust gasrecirculation, and three way catalyticconverter. These

The three way catalytic convertercontains precious metals that serveas catalysts, promoting chemicalreactions to convert the exhaustgasses without aff

If you take your vehicle for anemissions test shortly after thebattery has been disconnected orgone dead, it may not pass the test.This is because of

Make sure the vehicle has beenparked with the engine off for 30minutes.If the testing facility determines thereadiness codes are still not set, seeyou

...Client Service Information . 466...Warranty Coverages . 467Reporting Safety Defects...(U.S. Vehicles

CONTINUEDOf the different seats available, werecommend those that have a five-point harness system as shown.In any of these situations, westrongly rec

U.S. Owners:When you call or write, please giveus this information:Vehicle Identification Number(see page )Name and address of the dealerwho services

−−−−−−−−−covers your new vehicle, except forthe battery, emissions controlsystems, and accessories, againstdefects in materials andworkmanship.these t

If you believe that your vehicle has adefect which could cause a crash orcould cause injury or death, youshould immediately inform theNational Highway

The publications shown below can be purchased from HelmIncorporated. You can order by phone or online:Call Helm Inc. at 1-800-782-4356 (credit card or

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CONTINUED...Accessories and Modifications . 330ACCESSORY (Ignition Key...Position) . 129...Accessory Power

＊...DANGER, Explanation of . iii...Dashboard . 3, 62...Daytime Running Lights . 120...

CONTINUED...Disc Player . 190, 218...Disposal of Used Oil . 395Doors...Locking and Unlocking . 130

FM Stereo Radio...Reception . 205...Fog Lights . 120...Folding the Second

CONTINUED...Jacking up the Vehicle . 428...Jack, Tire . 425...Jump Star

We strongly recommend placing aforward-facing child seat in a backseat, not the front.If it is necessary to put a forward-facing child seat in the fro

Locks...Anti-theft Steering Column . 129...Fuel Fill Door . 323...Glove Box . 164...

＊CONTINUED...Protecting Adults and Teens . 11...Additional Safety Precautions . 19...Advice for Pregnant Women . 18...Pro

＊...Tachometer . 72...Seats . 140...Adjusting the Second Seat . 144.

CONTINUEDUnexpected, Taking Care...of the . 423...Uniform Tire Quality Grading . 454...Un

＊＊...XM Satellite Radio . 185, 210...Vanity Mirror . 166...Vehicle Capacity Load . 333...

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Service Information SummaryGasoline:Fuel Tank Capacity:Recommended Engine Oil:Automatic Transmission Fluid:Brake Fluid:Rear Differential Fluid:Tire Pr

This owner’s manual should be considereda permanent part of the vehicle and shouldremain with the vehicle when it is sold.This Owner’s Manual covers a

Since LATCH-compatible child seatsare easier to install and reduce thepossibility of improper installation,we recommend selecting this style.Whatever

2008 MDX Online Reference Owner's Manual Contents Owner's Identification Form Introduction ...

After selecting a proper child seatand a good place to install the seat,there are three main steps ininstalling the seat:All child seats must besecure

CONTINUEDYour vehicle is equipped withLATCH (lower anchors and tethersfor children) at each of the secondrow seats.To install a LATCH-compatible child

Place the child seat on the vehicleseat, then attach the seat to thelower anchors according to thechild seat maker’s instructions.Some LATCH-compatibl

Attach the tether strap hook to thetether anchor, then tighten thestrap as instructed by the childseat maker.To install a LATCH-compatible childseat i

When not using the LATCH system,all child seats must be secured to thevehicle with the lap part of a lap/shoulder belt.With the child seat in the desi

Push and pull the child seatforward and from side-to-side toverify that it is secure enough tostay upright during normal drivingmaneuvers. If the chil

Each second row seat has a tetheranchorage point behind the seat-back.For the center seat, lower the headrestraint, then route the tether strapover th

Route the tether strap over thehead restraint, then attach thetether strap hook to the anchor,making sure the strap is nottwisted.Each third row seat

When a child reaches therecommended weight or height limitfor a forward-facing child seat, thechild should sit in a back seat on abooster seat and wea

CONTINUEDDoes the shoulder belt crossbetween the child’s neck and arm?Is the lap part of the belt as low aspossible, touching the child’sthighs?Will t

A convenient reference to thesections in this manual.A quick reference to the maincontrols in your vehicle.Explains the purpose of eachinstrument pane

If a child who uses a booster seatmust ride in front, move the vehicleseat as far back as possible and besure the child is wearing the seatbelt proper

If you decide that a child can safelyride up front, be sure to:Carefully read the owner’s manual,and make sure you understand allseat belt instruction

Your vehicle’s exhaust containscarbon monoxide gas. Carbonmonoxide should not enter thevehicle in normal driving if youmaintain your vehicle properly

CONTINUEDThese labels are in the locationsshown. They warn you of potentialhazards that could cause seriousinjury or death. Read these labelscarefully

U.S. modelsCanadian modelsCanadian modelsU.S. modelsU.S. modelsSafety Labels60SUN VISORDOORJAMBS０７／０７／０９ ０９：２９：２４ ３１ＳＴＸ６１０ ００６５  2008 MDX Table Of Co

This section gives information aboutthe controls and displays thatcontribute to the daily operation ofyour vehicle. All the essentialcontrols are with

＊＊＊＊＊: If equippedControl Locations62HOOD RELEASEHANDLEAUDIO SYSTEMGAUGESINSTRUMENT PANELINDICATORSAUTOMATICTRANSMISSIONHEADPHONE CONNECTORSAUXILIARY

＊＊The U.S. instrument panel is shown. Differences for the Canadian models are noted in the text.: If equippedInstrument PanelInstruments and Controls6

The instrument panel has manyindicators to give you importantinformation about your vehicle.For more information, see page .This indicator comes on wh

If it stays on after you have fullyreleased the parking brake whilethe engine is running, or if itcomes on while driving, it canindicate a problem in

＊＊＊＊＊CONTINUED: If equippedYour Vehicle at a GlanceYour Vehicle at a Glance3HOOD RELEASEHANDLEAUDIO SYSTEMGAUGESINSTRUMENT PANELINDICATORSAUTOMATICTRA

This indicator comes on briefly whenyou turn the ignition switch to theON (II) position. If it comes on atany other time, it indicates apotential prob

This indicator normally comes on fora few seconds when you turn theignition switch to the ON (II)position.Ifitcomesonandstaysonatanyother time, or it

This indicator normally comes on fora few seconds when you turn theignition switch to the ON (II)position.This indicator has two functions:This indica

If the indicator blinks while driving,it indicates the differentialtemperature is too high.TEMP. HIGH’’ message on themulti-information display (see p

This indicator comes on when youturn on the cruise control system bypressing the CRUISE button (seepage ).This indicator comes on when youset the crui

This indicator normally comes on fora few seconds when you turn theignition switch to the ON (II)position. If this indicator comes on atany other time

This shows the temperature of theengine’s coolant. During normaloperation, the pointer should rise toabout the middle of the gauge. Insevere driving c

▲▼▲▼▲▼The multi-information display in theinstrument panel displays variousinformation and messages when theignition switch is in the ON (II)position.

Multi-Information Display74Main MenuINFO buttonSEL/RESET button(See page 75)Go to Customize Menu (See page 83)Trip Computer (See page 78)(See page 75)

When the main menu is blank,pressing the SEL/RESET buttonchanges the display to ‘‘trip meter/odometer’’ ‘‘outside temperature/odometer’’ and ‘‘engine

＊＊＊＊＊＊To use the horn, press the center pad of the steering wheel.1:If equipped2:Your Vehicle at a Glance4DRIVING POSITIONMEMORY SYSTEMVEHICLE STABILI

The temperature sensor is in thefront bumper. The temperaturereading can be affected by heatreflection from the road surface,engine heat, and the exha

Whenthetirepressuremonitorisshown on the multi-informationdisplay, press the SEL/RESETbutton. The display changes asshown.You can see the pressure of

You can receive or make phone callsfrom your cell phone through yourvehicle’s BluetoothHandsFreeLink (HFL) systemwithout touching your cell phone.To u

This shows the estimated distanceyou can travel on the fuel remainingin the fuel tank. This distance isestimated from the fuel economyyou received ove

▲▼▲▼▲▼If there is a problem with yourvehicle, for example, the engine oillevel is low or a door is not fullyclosed, the multi-information displaywill

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When the main menu displays‘‘Keyless Memory Settings ,’’ youcan customize some vehicle controlsettings.To enter the customizing mode,press the SEL/RES

＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊−∼± ∼−∼± ∼＊TRIP BLOWMINOFFENGLISHFRENCHSPANISH5°F 0°F 5°F(U.S.)3°C 0°C 3°C(Canada)ONOFFHIGHMIDLOWMANUAL ONLYIGN OFFTRIP AMAXHIGHMIDONOFFONOFF

＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊Menu Item DescriptionGroup Setup PageSetting OptionINTERIOR LIGHTDIMMING TIMEHEADLIGHTAUTO OFF TIMERAUTO LIGHTSENSITIVITYAUTO DOOR LOCKAUTO

−This section gives you importantinformation about how to protectyourself and your passengers. Itshows you how to use seat belts. Itexplains how your

▲▼ ▲▼If you want to set the default settings,press the INFO ( / ) button toselect DEFAULT ALL, then pressthe SEL/RESET button.When DEFAULT ALL is set,

▲▼▲▼▲▼You can customize some of thevehicle control settings to yourpreference. Here are the settingsyou can customize:METER SETUPLIGHTING SETUPPOSITIO

▲▼Multi-Information Display88Select‘‘DEFAULT ALL’’SEL/RESET BUTTONINFO ( / ) BUTTONMETER SETUPseepage89POSITION SETUPseepage97LIGHTING SETUPsee page 1

▲▼▲▼▲▼LANGUAGE SELECTIONADJUST OUTSIDE TEMP.DISPLAYTRIP A & AVG. FUEL RESETwith REFUELHere are the six custom settings forthe meter setup:ADJUST A

▲▼▲▼Language SelectionThere are three language selectionsyou can make: English, French, andSpanish. To choose the language youwant, follow these instr

▲▼▲▼CONTINUEDAdjust Outside Temp. DisplayIf you sometimes find that thetemperature reading is a fewdegrees above or below the actualtemperature, you c

▲▼▲▼Trip A & Avg. Fuel Reset With RefuelTo cause Trip A and AVG. FUEL toreset every time you refuel yourvehicle, follow these instructions:You can

▲▼▲▼CONTINUEDAdjust Alarm VolumeSelect the warning alarm volumefrom three levels.You can choose this customize itemfrom ‘‘METER SETUP’’ by pressingthe

−−−−▲▼▲▼Elapsed Time ResetThere are four elapsed time resetchoices you can make:MANUAL ONLY You can resetthe elapsed time, when TripComputer’s Elapsed

▲▼CONTINUEDAuto Interior IlluminationYou can choose this customize itemfrom ‘‘METER SETUP’’ by pressingthe INFO ( / ) button repeatedly.When your sele