2009 Acura MDX Owners Manual

Check the terminals for corrosion (a white or yellowish powder). To remove it, cover the terminals with a solution of baking soda and water. It will bubble up and turn brown. When this stops, wash it off with plain water. Dry off the battery with a cloth or paper towel. Coat the terminals with grease to help prevent further corrosion. If additional battery maintenance is needed, see your dealer or a qualified technician. WARNING: Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds. Wash your hands after handling. If you need to connect the battery to a charger, disconnect both cables to prevent damaging your vehicle's electrical system. Always disconnect the negative (－) cable first, and reconnect it last.

Checking the Battery

The battery gives off explosive hydrogen gas during normal operation.

A spark or flame can cause the battery to explode with enough force to kill or seriously hurt you.

Wear protective clothing and a face shield, or have a skilled technician do the battery maintenance.

If the radio fuse is removed, the audio system will disable itself. The next time you turn on the radio you will see ‘‘ENTER CODE’’ in the frequency display. Use the preset buttons to enter the digit code (see page 235).

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Vehicle Storage

If you need to park your vehicle for an extended period (more than 1
month), there are several things you should do to prepare it for storage. Proper preparation helps prevent deterioration and makes it easier to get your vehicle back on the road. If possible, store your vehicle indoors. ● Fill the fuel tank. ● Wash and dry the exterior

completely.

● Clean the interior. Make sure the

carpeting, floor mats, etc., are completely dry.

● Leave the parking brake off. Put

the transmission in Park.

● Block the rear wheels. ● If the vehicle is to be stored for a

longer period, it should be supported on jackstands so the tires are off the ground.

● Leave one window open slightly (if

the vehicle is being stored indoors).

● Disconnect the battery. ● Support the front and rear wiper blade arms with a folded towel or rag so they do not touch the windshield.

● To minimize sticking, apply a

silicone spray lubricant to all door and tailgate seals. Also, apply a vehicle body wax to the painted surfaces that mate with the door and tailgate seals.

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● Cover the vehicle with a

‘‘breathable’’ cover, one made from a porous material such as cotton. Non-porous materials, such as plastic sheeting, trap moisture, which can damage the paint.

● If possible, periodically run the

engine until it reaches full operating temperature (the cooling fans cycle on and off twice). Preferably, do this once a month.

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Taking Care of the Unexpected

This section covers the more common problems that motorists experience with their vehicles. It gives you information about how to safely evaluate the problem and what to do to correct it. If the problem has stranded you on the side of the road, you may be able to get going again. If not, you will also find instructions on getting your vehicle towed.

Compact Spare Tire .................... 424
Changing a Flat Tire ................... 425
If the Engine Won't Start............. 431
Jump Starting.............................. 432
If the Engine Overheats .............. 434
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ......... 436
Charging System Indicator ......... 436
Malfunction Indicator Lamp........ 437
Brake System Indicator............... 438
Fuses .......................................... 439
Fuse Locations............................ 443
Opening the Fuel Fill Door

Manually................................. 446
Emergency Towing..................... 446
If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck .......... 447

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Compact Spare Tire

Use the compact spare tire as a temporary replacement only. Get your regular tire repaired or replaced, and put it back on your vehicle as soon as you can. Check the inflation pressure of the compact spare tire every time you check the other tires. It should be inflated to: 60 psi (420 kPa, 4.2 kgf/cm2) Follow these precautions: ● Never exceed 50 mph (80 km/h). ● This tire gives a harsher ride and

less traction on some road surfaces. Use greater caution while driving.

● Do not mount snow chains on a

compact spare.

● Do not use your compact spare tire

on another vehicle unless it is the same make and model.

● After the flat tire is replaced with

the spare tire, the low tire pressure/TPMS indicator stays on. After several miles (kilometers) driving with the spare, this indicator begins to flash, then stays on again. You will also see a ‘‘CHECK TPMS SYSTEM’’ message on the multi-information display (see page 354).

INDICATOR LOCATION MARK

TREAD WEAR INDICATOR BAR Replace the tire when you can see the tread wear indicator bars. The replacement should be the same size and design tire, mounted on the same wheel. The spare tire is not designed to be mounted on a regular wheel, and the spare wheel is not designed for mounting a regular tire.

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If you have a flat tire while driving, stop in a safe place to change it. Drive slowly along the shoulder until you get to an exit or an area to stop that is far away from the traffic lanes.

CARGO AREA FLOOR

Changing a Flat Tire

JACK

The vehicle can easily roll off the jack, seriously injuring anyone underneath.

Follow the directions for changing a tire exactly, and never get under the vehicle when it is supported only by the jack.

1. Park the vehicle on firm, level, and

non-slippery ground. Put the transmission in Park. Apply the parking brake.

TOOLS

SPARE TIRE

2. Turn on the hazard warning lights, and turn the ignition switch to the LOCK (0) position. Have all passengers get out of the vehicle while you change the tire.

3. Open the tailgate.

4. Push the rear edge of the handle

to raise the handle loop and pull up the loop to raise the cargo area floor.

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Changing a Flat Tire

PLASTIC COVER

KNOB

COVER

5. The tools and jack are under the cargo area behind a cover on the driver's side. Remove the cover by turning the knobs counterclockwise, then pulling out the cover.

6. Turn the jack's end bracket

counterclockwise to loosen it, then remove the jack.

7. The spare tire is stored

underneath the rear cargo area. Remove the plastic cover on the cargo area lining to access the shaft for the spare tire hoist.

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WHEEL NUT WRENCH

WHEEL NUT WRENCH

Changing a Flat Tire

BRACKET

9. Keep turning the wheel nut wrench to create slack in the cable.

10. Remove the bracket from the

spare tire.

The wheel nut wrench supplied with your vehicle is specially adapted to fit the hoist shaft. Do not use any other tool.

8. Put the wheel nut wrench on the

hoist shaft. Turn the wrench counterclockwise to lower the spare tire to the ground.

11. Loosen each wheel nut 1/2 turn

with the wheel nut wrench.

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Changing a Flat Tire

EXTENSION

JACKING POINT

WHEEL NUT WRENCH

BRAKE HUB

12. Place the jack under the jacking point nearest the tire you need to change. Turn the end bracket clockwise until the top of the jack contacts the jacking point. Make sure the jacking point tab is resting in the jack notch.

13. Use the extension and the wheel nut wrench as shown to raise the vehicle until the flat tire is off the ground.

14. Remove the wheel nuts, then

remove the flat tire.

15. Before mounting the spare tire, wipe any dirt off the mounting surface of the wheel and hub with a clean cloth. Wipe the hub carefully; it may be hot from driving.

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16. Put on the spare tire. Put the

wheel nuts back on finger-tight, then tighten them in a crisscross pattern with the wheel nut wrench until the wheel is firmly against the hub. Do not try to tighten the wheel nuts fully.

17. Lower the vehicle to the ground,

and remove the jack.

Changing a Flat Tire

20. Place the flat tire face up under the

hoist.

21. Insert the hoist bracket into the

center hole of the flat tire.

18. Tighten the wheel nuts securely in the same crisscross pattern. Have the wheel nut torque checked at the nearest automotive service facility. Tighten the wheel nuts to: 94 lbf·ft (127 N·m, 13 kgf·m)

19. Remove the center cap from the

flat tire.

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Changing a Flat Tire

WHEEL NUT WRENCH

Always raise the spare tire hoist, even if you are not stowing a tire. If the hoist is left down, it will be damaged during driving and need to be replaced.

24. Store the jack in its holder. Turn the jack's end bracket to lock it in place. Store the tools, and install the cover.

25. Refer to Changing a Tire with

TPMS (see page 355).

Loose items can fly around the interior in a crash and could seriously injure the occupants.

Store the wheel, jack, and tools securely before driving.

22. Slowly turn the wheel nut wrench clockwise to take up the slack of the hoist cable. Make sure the bracket is seated in the center hole of the flat tire.

23. Turn the wheel nut wrench

clockwise until the flat tire rests against the underbody of the vehicle and you hear the hoist click.

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Diagnosing why the engine won't start falls into two areas, depending on what you hear when you turn the ignition switch to the START (III) position: ● You hear nothing, or almost nothing. The engine's starter motor does not operate at all, or operates very slowly.

● You can hear the starter motor

operating normally, or the starter motor sounds like it is spinning faster than normal, but the engine does not start up and run.

Nothing Happens or the Starter Motor Operates Very Slowly When you turn the ignition switch to the START (III) position, you do not hear the normal noise of the engine trying to start. You may hear a clicking sound, a series of clicks, or nothing at all.

Check these things: ● Check the transmission interlock. The transmission must be in Park or neutral or the starter will not operate.

● Turn the ignition switch to the ON

(II) position. Turn on the headlights, and check their brightness. If the headlights are very dim or do not come on at all, the battery is discharged. See Jump Starting on page 432.

● Turn the ignition switch to the

START (III) position. If the headlights do not dim, check the condition of the fuses. If the fuses are OK, there is probably something wrong with the electrical circuit for the ignition switch or starter motor. You will need a qualified technician to determine the problem. See Emergency Towing on page 446.

If the Engine Won't Start

If the headlights dim noticeably or go out when you try to start the engine, either the battery is discharged or the connections are corroded. Check the condition of the battery and terminal connections (see page 421). You can then try jump starting the vehicle from a booster battery (see page 432).

The Starter Operates Normally In this case, the starter motor's speed sounds normal, or even faster than normal, when you turn the ignition switch to the START (III) position, but the engine does not run. ● Are you using a properly coded

key? An improperly coded key will cause the immobilizer system indicator in the instrument panel to blink rapidly (see page 70).

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If the Engine Won't Start, Jump Starting

● Are you using the proper starting procedure? Refer to Starting the Engine on page 339.

● Do you have fuel? Check the fuel gauge; the warning indicator may not be working.

● There may be an electrical

problem, such as no power to the fuel pump. Check all the fuses (see page 440).

If you find nothing wrong, you will need a qualified technician to find the problem. See Emergency Towing on page 446.

Jump Starting Although this seems like a simple procedure, you should take several precautions.

A battery can explode if you do not follow the correct procedure, seriously injuring anyone nearby.

Keep all sparks, open flames, and smoking materials away from the battery.

You cannot start your vehicle by pushing or pulling it.

ToJumpStartYourVehicle: 1. Open the hood, and check the

physical condition of the battery. In very cold weather, check the condition of the electrolyte. If it seems slushy or frozen, do not try jump starting until it thaws.

If a battery sits in extreme cold, the electrolyte inside can freeze. Attempting to jump start with a frozen battery can cause it to rupture.

2. Turn off all the electrical

accessories: heater, A/C, climate control, audio system, lights, etc. Put the transmission in neutral or Park, and set the parking brake.

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BOOSTER BATTERY

The numbers in the illustration show you the order to connect the jumper cables. 3. Connect one jumper cable to the

positive (＋) terminal on your vehicle's battery. Connect the other end to the positive (＋) terminal on the booster battery.

4. Connect the second jumper cable

to the negative (－) terminal on the booster battery. Connect the other end to the grounding strap as shown. Do not connect this jumper cable to any other part of the engine.

Jump Starting

5. If the booster battery is in another vehicle, have an assistant start that vehicle and run it at a fast idle. 6. Start your vehicle. If the starter

motor still operates slowly, check that the jumper cables have good metal-to-metal contact.

7. Once the vehicle is running,

disconnect the negative cable from your vehicle, then from the booster battery. Disconnect the positive cable from your vehicle, and then from the booster battery. Keep the ends of the jumper cables away from each other and any metal on the vehicle until everything is disconnected. Otherwise, you may cause an electrical short.

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If the Engine Overheats

The pointer of your vehicle's temperature gauge should stay in the midrange under most conditions. If it climbs to the red mark, you should determine the reason (hot day, driving up a steep hill, etc.). If the vehicle overheats, you should take immediate action. The only indication may be the temperature gauge climbing to or above the red mark. Or you may see steam or spray coming from under the hood.

Driving with the temperature gauge pointer at the red mark can cause serious damage to the engine.

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Steam and spray from an overheated engine can seriously scald you.

Do not open the hood if steam is coming out.

1. Safely pull to the side of the road. Put the transmission in Park, and set the parking brake. Turn off all accessories, and turn on the hazard warning indicators.

2. If you see steam and/or spray

coming from under the hood, turn off the engine. Wait until you see no more signs of steam or spray, then open the hood.

3. If you do not see steam or spray,

leave the engine running and watch the temperature gauge. If the high heat is due to overloading, the engine should start to cool down almost immediately. If it does, wait until the temperature gauge comes down to the midpoint, then continue driving.

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4. If the temperature gauge stays at the red mark, turn off the engine.

5. Look for any obvious coolant

leaks, such as a split radiator hose. Everything is still extremely hot, so use caution. If you find a leak, it must be repaired before you continue driving (see Emergency Towing on page 446).

6. If you do not find an obvious leak,

check the coolant level in the radiator reserve tank. Add coolant if the level is below the MIN mark.

7. If there was no coolant in the

reserve tank, you may need to add coolant to the radiator. Let the engine cool down until the pointer reaches the middle of the temperature gauge, or lower, before checking the radiator.

Removing the radiator cap while the engine is hot can cause the coolant to spray out, seriously scalding you.

Always let the engine and radiator cool down before removing the radiator cap.

8. Using gloves or a large heavy

cloth, turn the radiator cap counterclockwise, without pushing down, to the first stop. After the pressure releases, push down on the cap, and turn it until it comes off.

If the Engine Overheats

9. Start the engine and set the

climate control to AUTO at ‘‘Hi.’’ Add coolant to the radiator up to the base of the filler neck. If you do not have the proper coolant mixture available, you can add plain water. Remember to have the cooling system drained and refilled with the proper mixture as soon as you can.

10. Put the radiator cap back on

tightly. Run the engine, and check the temperature gauge. If it goes back to the red mark, the engine needs repair (see Emergency Towing on page 446).

11. If the temperature stays normal,

check the coolant level in the radiator reserve tank. If it has gone down, add coolant to the MAX mark. Put the cap back on tightly.

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Low Oil Pressure Indicator, Charging System Indicator

Low Oil Pressure Indicator

This indicator should never come on when the engine is running. If it starts flashing or stays on, the oil pressure has dropped very low or lost pressure. Serious engine damage is possible, and you should take immediate action. You will also see a ‘‘CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL’’ message on the multi-information display when this indicator comes on.

Running the engine with low oil pressure can cause serious mechanical damage almost immediately. Turn off the engine as soon as you can safely get the vehicle stopped.

1. Safely pull off the road, and shut

off the engine. Turn on the hazard warning indicators.

2. Let the vehicle sit for a minute.

Open the hood, and check the oil level (see page 326). An engine very low on oil can lose pressure during cornering and other driving maneuvers.

3. If necessary, add oil to bring the level back to the full mark on the dipstick (see page 393).

4. Start the engine, and watch the oil pressure indicator. If it does not go out within 10 seconds, turn off the engine. There is a mechanical problem that needs to be repaired before you can continue driving (see Emergency Towing on page 446).

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Charging System Indicator

If the charging system indicator comes on brightly

when the engine is running, the battery is not being charged. You will also see a ‘‘CHECK CHARGING SYSTEM’’ message on the multi-information display (see page 81). Immediately turn off all electrical accessories. Try not to use other electrically operated controls such as the power windows. Keep the engine running; starting the engine will discharge the battery rapidly. Go to a service station or garage where you can get technical assistance.

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If this indicator comes on while driving, it means one

of the engine's emissions control systems may have a problem. Even though you may feel no difference in your vehicle's performance, it can reduce your fuel economy and cause increased emissions. Continued operation may cause serious damage. If you have recently refueled your vehicle, the indicator coming on could be due to a loose or missing fuel fill cap. Tighten the cap until it clicks at least once. Tightening the cap will not turn the indicator off immediately; it can take several days of normal driving.

If the indicator comes on repeatedly, even though it may turn off as you continue driving, have your vehicle checked by the dealer as soon as possible.

If you keep driving with the malfunction indicator lamp on, you can damage your vehicle's emissions controls and engine. Those repairs may not be covered by your vehicle's warranties.

You will also see a ‘‘CHECK EMISSION SYSTEM’’ message on the multi-information display (see page 81).

Malfunction Indicator Lamp

Readiness Code Your vehicle has certain ‘‘readiness codes’’ that are part of the on-board diagnostics for the emissions systems. In some states, part of the emissions testing is to make sure these codes are set. If they are not set, the test cannot be completed. If the battery in your vehicle has been disconnected or gone dead, these codes may be erased. It takes several days of driving under various conditions to set the codes again. To check if they are set, turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position, without starting the engine. The malfunction indicator lamp will come on for 20 seconds. If it then goes off, the readiness codes are set. If it blinks five times, the readiness codes are not set. If possible, do not take your vehicle for an emissions test until the readiness codes are set. Refer to Emissions Testing for more information (see page 463).

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Brake System Indicator

U.S.

Canada

The brake system indicator normally comes on when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position, and as a reminder to check the parking brake. It will stay on if you do not fully release the parking brake. If the brake system indicator comes on while driving, the brake fluid level is probably low. Press lightly on the brake pedal to see if it feels normal. If it does, check the brake fluid level the next time you stop at a service station (see page 401). You will also see a ‘‘LOW BRAKE FLUID’’ message on the multi- information display (see page 81).

If the fluid level is low, take your vehicle to a dealer, and have the brake system inspected for leaks or worn brake pads. However, if the brake pedal does not feel normal, you should take immediate action. A problem in one part of the system's dual circuit design will still give you braking at two wheels. You will feel the brake pedal go down much farther before the vehicle begins to slow down, and you will have to press harder on the pedal. You will also see a ‘‘CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM’’ message on the multi- information display (see page 81).

Slow down by shifting to a lower gear, and pull to the side of the road when it is safe. Because of the long distance needed to stop, it is hazardous to drive the vehicle. You should have it towed, and repaired as soon as possible (see Emergency Towing on page 446). If you must drive the vehicle a short distance in this condition, drive slowly and carefully. If the ABS indicator and the VSA system indicator come on with the brake system indicator, have your vehicle inspected by your dealer immediately.

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INTERIOR

LID

REAR

LID

UNDER-HOOD (PRIMARY)

Fuses

The vehicle's fuses are located in four fuse boxes. The interior fuse box is underneath the dashboard on the driver's side. To remove the fuse box lid, put your finger in the notch on the lid, pull it toward you, and take it out of its hinges.

The rear fuse box is located at the left side of cargo area. The primary under-hood fuse box is located next to the battery. The secondary fuse box is on the passenger's side. To open it, push the tabs as shown.

TAB

UNDER-HOOD (SECONDARY)

TAB

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FUSE

BLOWN

BLOWN

3. Check each of the large fuses in

the under-hood fuse boxes by looking through the top at the wire inside. Removing these fuses requires a Phillips-head screwdriver.

Fuses

Checking and Replacing Fuses If something electrical in your vehicle stops working, the first thing you should check for is a blown fuse. Determine from the chart on pages 443, 444, and 445, or the diagram on the fuse box lid, which fuse or fuses control that device. Check those fuses first, but check all the fuses before deciding that a blown fuse is the cause. Replace any blown fuses, and check if the device works. 1. Turn the ignition switch to the

LOCK (0) position. Make sure the headlights and all other accessories are off.

2. Remove the cover from the fuse

box.

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BLOWN

FUSE PULLER 4. Check the smaller fuses in the under-hood fuse boxes and rear fuse box, and all the fuses in the interior and rear fuse boxes by pulling out each one with the fuse puller provided in the primary under-hood fuse box.

5. Look for a burned wire inside the fuse. If it is burned out, replace it with one of the spare fuses of the same rating or lower.

Fuses

If you cannot drive the vehicle without fixing the problem, and you do not have a spare fuse, take a fuse of the same rating or a lower rating from one of the other circuits. Make sure you can do without that circuit temporarily (such as the accessory power socket or radio). If you replace the blown fuse with a spare fuse that has a lower rating, it might blow out again. This does not indicate anything wrong. Replace the fuse with one of the correct rating as soon as you can.

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If the radio fuse is removed, the audio system will disable itself. The next time you turn on the radio you will see ‘‘ENTER CODE’’ in the frequency display. Use the preset buttons to enter the digit code (see page 235).

Fuses

Replacing a fuse with one that has a higher rating greatly increases the chances of damaging the electrical system. If you do not have a replacement fuse with the proper rating for the circuit, install one with a lower rating.

6. If the replacement fuse of the same rating blows in a short time, there is probably a serious electrical problem with your vehicle. Leave the blown fuse in that circuit, and have your vehicle checked by a qualified technician.

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PRIMARY UNDER-HOOD FUSE BOX

No.

Amps. 120 A

－ － － 30 A 40 A 40 A 40 A

2－1
2－2
2－3
2－4
2－5
2－6

2－7

40 A

2－8
3－1

－ 60 A

3－2

40 A

3－3

60 A

50 A

3－4
ꭧ: Canadian model

Circuits Protected

Main fuse Not Used Not Used Not Used Rear Blower Motor ABS VSA Trailer Main Power Seats, Driver's Position Memory System, Subwoofer Front Heated Seat, TPMS, Moonroof, Driver's Lumbar Support Not Used Fog Lights, Front Blower Motor Headlights, Daytime Running Lights Cooling Fan, Condenser Fan, MG Clutch, Headlight Washerꭧ Ignition Switch Main

Fuse Locations

No. 3－5
3－6

Amps. 50 A 60 A

3－7
3－8

10
11
12
13
14
15

30 A － 40 A

－ － 30 A 30 A 7.5 A 15 A 15 A 20 A 20 A 20 A 20 A

Circuits Protected

Power Window SH-AWD, Power Tailgate Open/Closer, Rear ACC Socket, Cargo Area Light, Rear Defroster ECU (PCM) Not Used Audio, Door Lock, Interior Lights Not Used Not Used Active Damper Control Unit Audio Amplifier Rear Entertainment System Hazard Horn, Stop ABS VSA Trailer (Brake) Rear Heated Seat A/C Inverter

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No. 10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
22

Amps. 7.5 A 30 A 7.5 A 15 A 15 A 15 A 15 A 40 A 20 A 30 A 30 A 30 A 7.5 A 15 A 15 A 7.5 A

Circuits Protected Small Lights (Exterior) Headlight Low Main Cooling Fan Timer IGP IG Coil DBW AFHT Front Blower Motor Fog lights Headlight Washerꭧ Condenser Fan Cooling Fan MG Clutch Left Headlight Low Right Headlight Low Small Lights (Interior)

ꭧ: Canadian model

Fuse Locations

SECONDARY UNDER-HOOD FUSE BOX

No.

Amps. 10 A 10 A

10 A 10 A

Circuits Protected

Left Daytime Running Light Right Daytime Running Light Left Headlight High Right Headlight High

444

REAR FUSE BOX

Amps.

Circuits Protected

No. 10
11

－ － － － 10 A 20 A － 7.5 A 30 A 30 A 40 A ꭧ: If equipped

Not Used Not Used Not Used Not Used Rear ACC Socket Power Tailgateꭧ Not Used Cargo Area Light SH-AWD Rear Defroster Power Tailgate

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Fuse Locations

INTERIOR FUSE BOX

Auxiliary

No.

Amps. 7.5 A 10 A

15 A 20 A 10 A

Circuits Protected

TPMS Driver's Lumbar Support Motor Moonroof Front Heated Seats Audio

No. 10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20

21

Amps. 7.5 A 10 A 20 A 15 A 15 A 30 A 10 A 20 A 20 A 20 A 20 A 20 A 10 A 20 A 7.5 A

7.5 A

Circuits Protected

Interior Light Interior Light, Moonroof Door Lock ACC Socket IG Coil Windshield Wiper Subwoofer Passenger's Power Recline Driver's Power Slide Telescope Steering Wheel Driver's Power Recline Passenger's Power Slide Alternator Fuel Pump SH-AWD, Active Damper Control Unit Gauges

No. 22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30

31

32
33

Amps. 10 A － 20 A 20 A 30 A 30 A 20 A 10 A 10 A

15 A

10 A －

Circuits Protected

SRS Not Used Left Rear Power Window Right Rear Power Window Passenger's Power Window Driver's Power Window Tilt Steering Wheel ABS VSA A/C Headlight Auto Leveling, Rear Wiper, Windshield/ Rear Washer ACC Not Used

Auxiliary

No.

Amps. 7.5 A 7.5 A

Circuits Protected

Starter DIAG STS

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Opening the Fuel Fill Door Manually, Emergency Towing

Opening the Fuel Fill Door Manually

LID

RELEASE LEVER

To open the fuel fill door, pull the release lever rearward.

If the fuel fill door release button does not work, use the release lever inside the rear fuse box lid in the cargo area.

Emergency Towing If your vehicle needs to be towed, call a professional towing service or organization. Never tow your vehicle with just a rope or chain. It is very dangerous. The only way you can safely tow your vehicle is with flat-bed equipment. The operator will load your vehicle on the back of a truck. Any other method of towing will damage the drive system. When you contact the towing agency, inform them a flat-bed is required.

Towing with only two tires on the ground will damage parts of the all- wheel-drive system. Your vehicle should be transported on a flat-bed truck or trailer.

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If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck

Front

COVER

Rear

COVER

If your vehicle gets stuck in sand, mud, or snow, call a towing service to pull it out (see the previous page). For very short distances, such as freeing the vehicle, you can use the detachable towing hook that mounts on the anchors in the front and rear bumpers.

1. Remove the cover, put cloth on the edge of the cover and carefully pry with a small flat-tip screwdriver or a metal fingernail file.

The cover is attached to the bumper with a tether.

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2009 MDX To avoid damage to your vehicle, use the towing hook for straight, flat ground towing only. Do not tow at an angle. The tow hook should not be used to tow the vehicle onto a flat bed. Do not use it as a tie down.

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If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck

WHEEL NUT WRENCH

WHEEL NUT WRENCH

Front

TOWING HOOK

Rear

TOWING HOOK

2. Remove the towing hook and

wheel nut wrench placed behind a cover under the cargo area.

3. Screw the towing hook into the

hole, and tighten it with the wheel nut wrench.

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Technical Information

The diagrams in this section give you the dimensions and capacities of your vehicle and the locations of the identification numbers. It also includes information you should know about your vehicle's tires and emissions control systems.

Identification Numbers ............... 450
Specifications .............................. 452
DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S.

Vehicles)................................. 454
Tire Labeling .............................. 456
Tire Pressure Monitoring System

(TPMS) － Required Federal

Explanation ......................... 458
Emissions Controls..................... 460
Three Way Catalytic

Converter................................ 462
Emissions Testing....................... 463

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Identification Numbers

Your vehicle has several identifying numbers located in various places. The vehicle identification number (VIN) is the 17-digit number your dealer uses to register your vehicle for warranty purposes. It is also necessary for licensing and insuring your vehicle. The easiest place to find the VIN is on a plate fastened to the top of the dashboard. You can see it by looking through the windshield on the driver's side. It is also on the certification label attached to the driver's doorjamb, and is stamped on the engine compartment bulkhead. The VIN is also provided in bar code on the certification label.

450

VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER

CERTIFICATION LABEL

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The engine number is stamped into the engine block. It is on the front. The transmission number is on a label on top of the transmission.

ENGINE NUMBER

Identification Numbers

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION NUMBER

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Specifications

Dimensions

Length Width Height Wheelbase Track

Weights

Front Rear

190.7 in (4,844 mm) 78.5 in (1,995 mm) 68.2 in (1,733 mm) 108.3 in (2,750 mm) 67.7 in (1,720 mm) 67.5 in (1,715 mm)

Gross vehicle weight rating

Gross combined weightꭧ1
rating (GCWR)

See the tire information label attached to the driver's doorjamb.

10,053 lbs (4,560 kg)

ꭧ1: The GCWR must be reduced 2 percent for every 1,000 feet (305

meters) of elevation.

Air Conditioning

Refrigerant type Charge quantity Lubricant type

Seating Capacities

Total Front Second Third

452

HFC-134a (R-134a)

21.2－22.9 oz (600－650 g)

ND-OIL 8

Capacities Fuel tank

Engine coolant Engine oil

Changeꭧ1
Total Changeꭧ2

Including filter Without filter

Total Change Total

Change Total

Change Total

U.S. vehicles Canadian vehicles

Automatic transmission fluid Rear differential fluid Transfer assembly fluid Windshield washer reservoir

Approx. 21.00 US gal (79.5 L) 1.93 US gal (7.3 L) 2.43 US gal (9.2 L)

4.5 US qt (4.3 L)

4.2 US qt (4.0 L)

5.3 US qt (5.0 L) 3.0 US qt (2.8 L) 8.3 US qt (7.9 L)

2.6 US qt (2.5 L) 2.9 US qt (2.7 L)

0.4 US qt (0.4 L) 0.4 US qt (0.4 L)

4.2 US qt (4.0 L) 6.1 US qt (5.8 L)

ꭧ1:

Including the coolant in the reserve tank and that remaining in the engine Reserve tank capacity: 0.18 US gal (0.7 L)

ꭧ2: Excluding the oil remaining in the engine

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Lights

Headlights

High Lowꭧ

Daytime running lights Front side marker lights Front turn signal lights Parking lights Fog light Rear turn signal lights Rear side marker lights Backup lights License plate lights Individual map lights Front Rear

Cargo area lights Tailgate lights Vanity mirror lights Door lights

12 V － 60 W (HB3) 12 V － 35 W (D2S) 12 V － 60 W (HB3) 12 V － 3 CP 12 V － 21 W 12 V － 3 CP 12 V － 55 W (H11) 12 V － 21 W 12 V － 3 CP 12 V －18 W 12 V － 3 CP 12 V － 5 W 12 V － 5 W 12 V － 8 W 12 V － 3.4 W 12 V － 2 W 12 V － 3.4 W

ꭧ:

The low beam headlights are high voltage discharged type. Replacement of a low beam headlight bulb should be performed by your dealer.

Battery

Capacity

12 V － 65AH/5 HR

12 V － 76AH/20 HR

Fuses

Interior

Rear

Under-hood

Engine Type

Bore x Stroke Displacement Compression ratio Spark plugs

Alignment

Toe-in

Camber

Caster

Tires

Size

Pressure

Front Rear Front Rear Front

Front/Rear Spare Front/Rear Spare

Specifications

See page 445 or the fuse label attached to the inside of the fuse box lid. See page 444 or the fuse label attached to the inside of the fuse box lid. See page 443 and 444 or the fuse box cover.

Water-cooled, 4-stroke SOHC VTEC V6

gasoline engine

3.54 x 3.78 in (90.0 x 96.0 mm)

223.5 cu-in (3,664 cm3)

11.0 : 1

DENSO: NGK:

SKJ20DR-M11
IZFR6K11

0.00 in (0.0 mm) 0.08 in (2.0 mm)

－ 0 ° 30’ － 0 ° 30’ 4 ° 12 ’

P255/55R18 104H T165/80D17 104M

32 psi (220 kPa, 2.2 kgf/cm2) 60 psi (420 kPa, 4.2 kgf/cm2)

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DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles)