Acura MDX (2018 year). Instruction — part 5

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Safe Driving

A tether anchorage point is provided behind
each second and third row seating position.
If you have a child restraint system that comes
with a tether but can be installed with a seat
belt, the tether may be used for additional
security.

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Adding Security with a Tether

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Adding Security with a Tether

Always use a tether for forward facing child seats
when using the seat belt or lower anchors.

Models with second row captain seat

Tether Anchorage Points

Tether Anchorage Points

Models with second row bench seat

Tether Anchorage Points

Third row seat

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Using a second row anchor

1. Put the outer head restraint to its upper-

most position, then route the tether strap
between the head restraint legs, and secure
the tether strap hook to the anchor. Make
sure the strap is not twisted.

1. Put the outer head restraint to its upper

most position, then route the tether strap
outside the head restraint legs, and secure
the tether strap hook to the anchor. Make
sure the strap is not twisted.

Models with second row captain seat

Anchor

Tether Strap Hook

Tether Strap Hook

Anchor

Other Top Tether Type

Straight Top Tether Type

Outer positions

Straight Top Tether Type

Outer positions

Other Top Tether Type

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1. Put the center head restraint to its lowest

position, then route the tether strap over
the top of the head restraint and secure the
tether strap hook to the anchor. Make sure
the strap is not twisted.

2. Tighten the tether strap as instructed by the

child seat manufacturer.

Anchor

Models with second row bench seat

Tether Strap Hook

Tether Strap Hook

Anchor

Other Top Tether Type

Straight Top Tether Type

Center position of second row bench seat

All positions

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Using a third row anchor

1. Pull up the head restraint and push

rearwards until it latches, then route the
tether strap through the head restraint legs.
Make sure the strap is not twisted.

1. Pull up the head restraint and push

rearwards until it latches, then route the
tether strap outside the head restraint legs.
Make sure the strap is not twisted.

2. Open the anchor cover.
3. Secure the tether strap hook to the anchor.
4. Tighten the tether strap as instructed by the

child seat manufacturer.

Other Top Tether Type

Tether Strap Hook

Anchor

Third row seat

Straight Top Tether Type

Anchor

Tether Strap Hook

Straight Top Tether Type

Other Top Tether Type

All Types

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Safety of Larger Children

The following pages give instructions on how to check proper seat belt fit, what kind
of booster seat to use if one is needed, and important precautions for a child who
must sit in front.

When a child is too big for a child seat, secure the child in a rear seat using the lap/
shoulder seat belt. Have the child sit upright and all the way back, then answer the
following questions.

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Checklist

• Do the child’s knees bend comfortably over

the edge of the seat?

• Does the shoulder belt cross between the

child’s neck and arm?

• Is the lap part of the seat belt as low as

possible, touching the child’s thighs?

• Will the child be able to stay seated like this

for the whole trip?

If you answer yes to all these questions, the child is ready to wear the lap/shoulder
seat belt correctly. If you answer no to any question, the child needs to ride on a
booster seat until the seat belt fits properly without a booster seat.

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Protecting Larger Children

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Checking Seat Belt Fit

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Safety of Larger Children

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WARNING

Allowing a child age 12 or under to sit in
front can result in injury or death if the
passenger’s front airbag inflates.

If a larger child must ride in front, move the
vehicle seat as far to the rear as possible,
have the child sit up properly and wear the
seat belt properly, using a booster seat if
needed.

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If a lap/shoulder seat belt cannot be used
properly, position the child in a booster seat in
the rear seat. For the child’s safety, check that
the child meets the booster seat
manufacturer’s recommendations.

Your vehicle has a rear seat where children can be properly restrained. If you ever
have to carry a group of children, and a child must ride in front:
• Make sure you read and fully understand the instructions and safety information

in this instruction.

• Move the front passenger seat as far back as possible.
• Have the child sit upright and well back in the seat.
• Check that the seat belt is properly positioned so that the child is secure in the

seat.

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Monitoring child passengers

We strongly recommend that you keep an eye on child passengers. Even older, more
mature children sometimes need to be reminded to fasten their seat belts and sit up
properly.

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Booster Seats

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Booster Seats

When installing a booster seat, make sure to read the
instructions that came with it, and install the seat
accordingly.
There are high- and low-type booster seats. Choose a
booster seat that allows the child to wear the seat
belt correctly.

Some U.S. states and Canadian provinces and
territories require children to use a booster seat until
they reach a given age or weight (e.g. 6 years or 60
lbs). Be sure to check current laws in the state or
province, or territory where you intend to drive.

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Protecting Larger Children-Final Checks

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Safe Driving

Exhaust Gas Hazard

Carbon Monoxide Gas

The engine exhaust from this vehicle contains carbon monoxide, a colorless,
odorless, and highly toxic gas. As long as you properly maintain your vehicle, carbon
monoxide gas will not get into the interior.

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Have the exhaust system inspected for leaks whenever

• The exhaust system is making an unusual noise.
• The exhaust system may have been damaged.
• The vehicle is raised for an oil change.

When you operate a vehicle with the tailgate open, airflow can pull exhaust gas into
the interior and create a hazardous condition. If you must drive with the tailgate
open, open all the windows and set the climate control system as shown below.

1. Select the fresh air mode.

2. Select the

mode.

3. Set the fan speed to high.
4. Set the temperature control to a comfortable setting.

Adjust the climate control system in the same manner if you sit in your parked
vehicle with the engine running.

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Carbon Monoxide Gas

An enclosed area such as a garage can quickly fill up
with carbon monoxide gas.
Do not run the engine with the garage door closed.
Even when the garage door is open, drive out of the
garage immediately after starting the engine.

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WARNING

Carbon monoxide gas is toxic.

Breathing it can cause unconsciousness and
even kill you.

Avoid any enclosed areas or activities that
expose you to carbon monoxide.

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Safety Labels

Label Locations

These labels are in the locations shown. They warn you of potential hazards that can cause serious injury or death. Read these labels
carefully.

If a label comes off or becomes hard to read (except for the U.S. dashboard label which may be removed by the owner), contact a dealer
for a replacement.

Sun Visor

U.S. models

Canadian models

Radiator Cap

U.S. models only

Dashboard

U.S. models only

Sun Visor

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Instrument Panel

This chapter describes the buttons, indicators, and gauges that are used while driving.

Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . 78

Multi-Information Display (MID) Warning

and Information Messages . . . . 100

Gauges and Multi-Information Display

(MID)

Gauges. . . . . . . . . . . 119
MID . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120

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On/Blinking

Explanation

Message

Brake System
Indicator (Red)

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Comes on for a few seconds
when you set the power mode to
ON, then goes off.

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Comes on when the brake fluid
level is low.

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Comes on if there is a problem
with the brake system.

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Comes on while driving - Check the brake
fluid level.

2 What to do when the indicator comes on

while driving P. 655

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Comes on along with the ABS indicator -
Have your vehicle checked by a dealer.

2 If the Brake System Indicator (Red)

Comes On P. 655

U.S.

Canada

(Red)

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Brake System
Indicator (Amber)

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Comes on for a few seconds
when you set the power mode to
ON, then goes off.

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Comes on if there is a problem
with a system related to braking
other than the conventional
brake system.

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Comes on if there is a problem
with the electric parking brake
system.

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Comes on while driving - Have your vehicle
checked by a dealer.

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With this indicator on, your vehicle still has
normal braking ability.

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Comes on if there is a problem
with the automatic brake hold
system.

2 Automatic Brake Hold P. 532

U.S.

Canada

(Amber)

U.S.

Canada

U.S.

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Electric Parking
Brake Indicator

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Comes on for a few seconds
when you set the power mode to
ON, then goes off.

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Comes on when the parking
brake is applied, and goes off
when it is released.

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Comes on for about 15 seconds
then goes off when you push the
electric parking brake switch with
the power mode in OFF.

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Comes on for about 15 seconds
then goes off when you set the
power mode to OFF with the
parking brake applied.

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Blinks and the electric parking brake
system indicator comes on at the same
time - There is a problem with the electric
parking brake system. The parking brake may
not be set.

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Comes on when you pull the
electric parking brake switch
without depressing the brake
pedal.

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Depress the brake pedal to release the parking
brake.

2 Parking Brake P. 528

Electric Parking
Brake System
Indicator

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Comes on for a few seconds
when you set the power mode to
ON, then goes off.

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Comes on if there is a problem
with the electric parking brake
system.

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Comes on while driving - Avoid using the
parking brake and have your vehicle checked
by a dealer immediately.

2 If the Electric Parking Brake System

Indicator Comes On P. 656

U.S.

Canada

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Automatic Brake
Hold System
Indicator

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Comes on for a few seconds
when you set the power mode to
ON, then goes off.

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Comes on when the automatic
brake hold system is on.

2 Automatic Brake Hold P. 532

Automatic Brake
Hold Indicator

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Comes on for a few seconds
when you set the power mode to
ON, then goes off.

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Comes on when the automatic
brake hold is activated.

2 Automatic Brake Hold P. 532

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U.S.

Canada

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Low Oil Pressure
Indicator

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Comes on when you set the
power mode to ON, and goes off
when the engine starts.

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Comes on when the engine oil
pressure is low.

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Comes on while driving - Immediately stop
in a safe place.

2 If the Low Oil Pressure Indicator Comes

On P. 653

Malfunction
Indicator Lamp

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Comes on when you set the
power mode to ON, and goes off
either when the engine starts or
after several seconds if the
engine did not start. If “readiness
codes” have not been set, it
blinks five times before it goes
off.

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Comes on if there is a problem
with the emissions control
systems.

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Blinks when a misfire in the
engine’s cylinders is detected.

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Readiness codes are part of the on board
diagnostics for the emissions control systems.

2 Testing of Readiness Codes P. 678

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Comes on while driving - Have your vehicle
checked by a dealer.

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Blinks while driving - Stop in a safe place
where there are no flammable objects. Stop
the engine for 10 minutes or more, and wait
for it to cool down. Then, take your vehicle to
a dealer.

2 If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes

On or Blinks P. 654

Charging System
Indicator

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Comes on when you set the
power mode to ON, and goes off
when the engine starts.

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Comes on when the battery is
not charging.

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Comes on while driving - Turn off the
climate control system and rear defogger in
order to reduce electricity consumption.

2 If the Charging System Indicator Comes

On P. 653

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Gear Position
Indicator

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Indicates the current gear
selection.

2 Shifting P. 472

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M (sequential
mode) Indicator/
Sequential Mode
Gear Selection
Indicator

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Comes on when the instruction
sequential shift mode is applied.

2 Sequential Mode P. 478

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Transmission
System Indicator

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The indicated current gear
selection blinks if there is a
problem with the transmission
system.

●

Avoid sudden start and acceleration, and stop
in a safe place immediately.
Have your vehicle checked by a dealer.

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All the gear positions may light
for several seconds, and go off.

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When all the gear positions light, immediately
stop your vehicle in a safe place.

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Indicators go off if there is no problem.
However, even if they go off, take your vehicle
to a dealer for inspection.

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The indicated current gear
selection or all the gear positions
blink if there is a problem with
the transmission system, and the
vehicle no longer moves.

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Immediately stop in a safe place.

2 Emergency Towing P. 666

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Have your vehicle checked by a dealer.

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The indicated current gear
selection or all the gear positions
blink if you cannot select

(

P due

to the transmission system
failure.

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The engine can be activated as a temporary
measure.

2 If the Transmission System Indicator

Blinks along with the Warning Message
P. 657

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Set the parking brake when parking.

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Have your vehicle checked by a dealer
immediately.

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