2012 Acura MDX Owners Manual

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Important Safety Reminders ..... 44 Infants ...................................... 45 Larger Children ....................... 57 LATCH ..................................... 50 Risks with Airbags ................... 41 Small Children ......................... 46 Tethers .................................... 54 Warning Labels ........................ 42 Where Should a Child Sit? ........ 41 Child Seats ............................. 40, 48 LATCH Anchorage Points ........ 50 Tether Anchorage Points ......... 54 Cleaning the Seat Belts .............. 534 Client Service Information .......... 594 Climate Control System ............. 182 Clock .......................................... 309 Code, Audio System ................... 308 CO in the Exhaust ................ 61, 587 Cold Weather, Starting in ........... 442 Collision Mitigation Braking System™ (CMBS™) ............... 463 Compact Spare Tire .................... 550 Compass Operation .................... 342 Console Compartment ............... 175 Consumer Information ............... 594 Controls, Instruments and ............ 65 11/08/29 10:08:20 12 ACURA MDX MMC North America Owner's M 50 31STX650 enu Coolant Adding .................................... 520 Checking ................................ 427 Proper Solution ....................... 520 Temperature Gauge ................. 78 Crankcase Emissions Control System ................................... 587 Cruise Control Indicator ............... 75 Cruise Control Operation ........... 345 Cruise Main Indicator .................. 75 Cup Holders ............................... 174 Customize Settings ...................... 90 DANGER, Explanation of .............. iv Dashboard ............................... 3, 66 Daytime Running Lights ............ 130 Dead Battery .............................. 558 Defogger, Rear Window ............. 132 Defrosting the Windows ............ 186 Dimensions ................................ 578 Dimming the Headlights ............ 128 Dipstick Automatic Transmission ......... 523 Engine Oil ............................... 427 Directional Signals ............... 71, 128 Disc Brake Wear Indicators ....... 461 Disc Care ................................... 247 Disc Changer ............................. 203 Disc Changer Error Messages ............................... 211 Disc Player .......................... 203, 235 Disc Player Error Messages ...... 246 Disposal of Used Oil ................... 519 Doors Childproof Door Locks ............ 141 Indicator ................................... 12 Locking and Unlocking ........... 140 Lockout Prevention ................. 141 DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles) ................................ 581 Driver and Passenger Safety .......... 5 Driving ....................................... 439 Economy ................................. 428 Driving Guidelines ..................... 440 Driving Position Memory System ................................... 168 Driving with the Paddle Shifters ................................... 447 Dust and Pollen Filter ................ 534 Index DVD Player ................................ 313 DVD Player Error Messages ...... 337 Economy, Fuel ........................... 428 Emergencies on the Road .......... 549 Battery, Jump Starting ............. 558 Brake System Indicator ..... 69, 564 Changing a Flat Tire ............... 551 Charging System Indicator ........................ 69, 562 Checking the Fuses ................ 566 Driving with a Flat Tire ........... 551 Hazard Warning Flashers ....... 132 Jump Starting .......................... 558 Low Oil Pressure Indicator ........................ 69, 562 Malfunction Indicator Lamp ............................. 69, 563 Opening the Fuel Fill Door Manually ............................. 572 Overheated Engine ................. 560 Towing .................................... 572 Emergency Brake ...................... 164 CONTINUED III 11/08/29 10:08:20 12 ACURA MDX MMC North America Owner's M 50 31STX650 enu Index Emergency Flashers .................. 132 Emergency Towing .................... 572 Emissions Controls .................... 587 Emissions Testing ...................... 590 Engine Adding Engine Coolant ........... 520 Check Starting System ............ 443 Coolant Temperature Gauge .... 78 If it Won't Start ........................ 557 Malfunction Indicator Lamp ............................. 69, 563 Oil Life Indicator ..................... 507 Oil Pressure Indicator ....... 69, 562 Oil, What Kind to Use ............. 517 Overheating ............................ 560 Specifications .......................... 579 Speed Limiter .......................... 446 Starting ................................... 442 Engine Coolant .......................... 520 Ethanol in Gasoline .................... 422 Evaporative Emissions Controls .................................. 587 Exhaust Fumes ............................ 61 Exhaust Gas Recirculation System ................................... 588 IV Expectant Mothers, Use of Seat Belts by .................................... 19 Fan, Interior ............................... 185 Features ..................................... 181 Filters Dust and Pollen ....................... 534 Oil ........................................... 518 Flashers, Hazard Warning ......... 132 Flat Tire, Changing a ................. 551 Floor Mats ................................. 535 Fluids Automatic Transmission ......... 523 Brake ...................................... 525 Location .................................. 515 Power Steering ........................ 526 Windshield Washer ................. 522 FM Stereo Radio Reception ................................ 303 Fog Lights .................................. 130 Folding the Second Seat ............. 153 Folding the Third Seat ............... 154 Four-way Flashers ...................... 132 Front Airbags ......................... 10, 30 Front Seat .................................. 149 Adjusting ................................. 149 Air Ventilation ......................... 158 Heaters ................................... 157 Fuel ............................................ 422 Economy ................................. 428 Fill Door and Cap .................... 424 Gauge ...................................... 78 Low Fuel Indicator ................... 77 Octane Requirement ............... 422 Opening the Fuel Fill Door Manually ............................. 572 Reserve Indicator ..................... 77 Tank, Filling the ...................... 424 Tighten Fuel Cap .................... 425 Fuel Economy ............................ 428 Fuses, Checking the .................. 566 Gas Mileage, Improving ............. 429 Gasoline ..................................... 422 Gauge ...................................... 78 Low Fuel Indicator ................... 77 11/08/29 10:08:20 12 ACURA MDX MMC North America Owner's M 50 31STX650 enu Index Octane Requirement ............... 422 Tank, Refueling ....................... 424 Gas Station Procedures .............. 424 Gauges Engine Coolant Temperature ... 78 Fuel .......................................... 78 Speedometer ............................ 78 Tachometer .............................. 78 GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating) ................................... 488 GCWR (Gross Combined Weight Rating) ................................... 488 Gearshift Lever Positions Automatic Transmission ............... 443, 444 Glove Box .................................. 175 Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) ................................. 488 Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) ................................. 488 GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating) ................................... 488 Halogen Headlight Bulbs ........... 527 Hazard Warning Flashers .......... 132 Headlights ................................. 128 Aiming .................................... 527 Automatic Lighting Off ............ 131 Daytime Running Lights ......... 130 High Beam Indicator ................ 74 High Beams, Turning on ......... 128 Lights On Indicator .................. 74 Low Beams, Turning on .......... 128 Reminder Chime ..................... 129 Replacing Halogen Bulbs ........ 527 Turning on .............................. 128 Washers .................................. 127 Headphones ............................... 338 Head Restraints .......................... 150 Heated Mirror ............................ 167 Heaters, Seats ............................ 157 Heating and Cooling .................. 182 High Altitude, Starting at ............ 442 High Beam Lever ................ 128, 129 High-Low Beam Switch .............. 128 HomeLink® Universal Transceiver ............................ 363 Hood, Opening and Closing the .......................................... 426 Horn ...................................... 4, 125 Identification Number, Vehicle ................................... 576 Ignition Keys ........................................ 136 Switch ..................................... 139 Timing Control System ........... 588 Immobilizer System ................... 138 Important Safety Precautions ......... 6 CONTINUED 11/08/29 10:08:20 12 ACURA MDX MMC North America Owner's M 50 31STX650 enu Index Indicators, Instrument Panel ........ 67 ABS (Anti-lock Brake) ....... 70, 462 Active Damper System ...... 77, 484 Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) ................................... 75 A/T Temp ................................ 72 Blind Spot Information System (BSI) .................................... 76 Brake (Parking and Brake System) ......................... 69, 564 Charging System .............. 69, 562 Collision Mitigation Braking System™ ............................... 75 Cruise Control .......................... 75 Cruise Main ............................. 75 Door and Tailgate Open ........... 76 Fog Lights ................................ 74 High Beam ............................... 74 Key (Immobilizer System) ....... 74 Lights On ................................. 74 Low Fuel .................................. 77 Low Oil Pressure .............. 69, 562 Low Tire Pressure .................... 72 Maintenance MinderTM ........... 507 Malfunction Indicator Lamp ............................. 69, 563 Passenger Airbag Off ............... 37 Seat Belt Reminder ............. 21, 68 Security System ....................... 77 SH-AWD® ................................. 73 Side Airbag Off .................... 36, 70 SRS ..................................... 36, 70 System Message ................. 73, 86 Tire Pressure Monitor .............. 72 Turn Signal and Hazard Warning ............................... 71 VSA OFF .................................. 71 VSA System ............................. 71 Individual Map Lights ................ 171 Infant Restraint ............................ 45 Infant Seats .................................. 45 Tether Anchorage Points ......... 54 Inflation, Proper Tire .................. 540 Inside Mirror ............................. 165 Inspection, Tire .......................... 542 Installing a Child Seat .................. 49 Instrument Panel .......................... 67 Instrument Panel Brightness ..... 133 Instruments and Controls ............. 65 Interface Dial ............................. 212 Interior Lights ............................ 170 Introduction ................................... i iPod® .......................................... 278 iPod® Error Messages ................ 286 Jacking up the Vehicle ............... 551 Jack, Tire ................................... 551 Jump Starting ............................. 558 Keys ........................................... 136 Label, Certification ..................... 576 Lane Change, Signaling ............. 128 Lap/Shoulder Belt ................. 16, 22 LATCH Anchorage System .......... 50 Lights Indicator ................................... 67 Interior .................................... 170 Parking ................................... 128 Turn Signal ............................. 128 VI 11/08/29 10:08:20 12 ACURA MDX MMC North America Owner's M 50 31STX650 enu Index Load Limit ........................... 434, 487 LOCK (Ignition Key Position) .... 139 Locks Anti-theft Steering Column ...... 139 Childproof Door ...................... 141 Fuel Fill Door .......................... 424 Glove Box ............................... 175 Lockout Prevention ................. 141 Tailgate ........................... 141, 142 Low Coolant Level ...................... 427 Lower Anchors ............................. 50 Low Fuel Indicator ....................... 77 Low Oil Pressure Indicator ........................... 69, 562 Lubricant Specifications Chart ... 578 Luggage, Storing (cargo) ........... 433 Maintenance .............................. 505 Main Items and Sub Items ...... 511 Minder .................................... 507 Owner's Maintenance Checks ................................ 513 Safety ...................................... 506 Schedule ................................. 514 Malfunction Indicator Lamp ................................ 69, 563 Memory, Driving Position .......... 168 Message Display .......................... 86 Message Indicator ....................... 73 Meters, Gauges ............................ 78 Methanol in Gasoline ................. 422 Mirrors, Adjusting ...................... 166 Modifications ............................. 432 Modifying Your Vehicle ............. 432 Moonroof ................................... 163 Multi-Information Display ............ 79 Neutral Gear Position ................. 445 New Vehicle Break-in ................. 422 NOTICE, Explanation of ................ i Numbers, Identification ............. 576 Octane Requirement, Gasoline ................................. 422 Oil Odometer ..................................... 81 Odometer, Trip ............................ 81 Off-Highway Driving Guidelines .............................. 500 Change, How to ...................... 518 Change, When to .................... 507 Checking Engine .................... 427 Life, Engine ............................. 507 Pressure Indicator ............. 69, 562 Selecting Proper Viscosity Chart ................................... 517 ON (Ignition Key Position) ........ 139 Outside Mirrors ......................... 166 Outside Temperature ................... 82 Overheating, Engine .................. 560 Owner's Maintenance Checks .... 513 Oxygenated Fuels ...................... 422 Panel Brightness Control ........... 133 Park Gear Position ..................... 444 Parking ...................................... 454 Parking Brake ............................ 164 CONTINUED VII 11/08/29 10:08:20 12 ACURA MDX MMC North America Owner's M 50 31STX650 enu Index Parking Brake and Brake System Indicator ........................... 69, 564 Parking Lights ........................... 128 Parking Over Things that Burn ................................ 454, 589 Passenger Airbag Off Indicator .... 37 PGM-FI System .......................... 588 Playing a Disc ............................ 235 Playing an iPod® ......................... 278 Playing a USB Flash Memory Device .................................... 287 Playing Disc ............................... 203 Playing Hard Disc Drive (HDD) Audio (Models with navigation system) ............................... 250 Playing the AM/FM Radio ............................... 193, 213 Playing the XM® Radio ........ 197, 226 Pollen Filter ............................... 534 Power Seat Adjustments ............ 149 Power Socket Locations ............. 177 Power Steering Fluid ................. 526 Power Windows ......................... 160 Pregnancy, Using Seat Belts ........ 19 Preparing to Drive ...................... 441 Proper Seat Belt Usage ................ 16 Protecting Adults and Teens ........ 12 Additional Safety Precautions ... 20 Advice for Pregnant Women .... 19 Protecting Children ...................... 40 General Guidelines .................. 40 Protecting Infants ..................... 45 Protecting Larger Children ...... 57 Protecting Small Children ........ 46 Using Child Seats with Tethers ................................. 54 Using LATCH .......................... 50 Radiator Overheating ................. 560 Radio/CD Sound System ........... 192 Radio/Disc Sound System ............................ 193, 213 Radio Theft Protection ............... 308 Readiness Codes ........................ 590 Rear A/C Unit ............................ 187 Rear Audio Control Panel ........... 315 Rear Entertainment System ....... 310 Rear Lights, Bulb Replacement ........................... 531 Rearview Mirror ......................... 165 Rearview Mirror with Rearview Camera Display ...................... 417 Rear Window Defogger .............. 132 Rear Window Wiper and Washer ................................... 127 Recalling a Memorized Driving Position .................................. 148 Reclining the Seat Backs ............ 149 Reclining the Second Seats ........ 153 Refueling .................................... 424 Reminder Indicators ..................... 68 Remote Audio Controls .............. 305 Remote Control (RES) ............... 334 Remote Transmitter ................... 145 Replacement Information Dust and Pollen Filter ............. 534 Engine Oil and Filter ............... 518 Fuses ...................................... 565 Schedule ................................. 514 Spark Plugs ............................. 579 Timing Belt ............................. 526 Tires ....................................... 544 Wiper Blades .......................... 536 Replacing Seat Belts After a Crash ........................................ 25 VIII 11/08/29 10:08:20 12 ACURA MDX MMC North America Owner's M 50 31STX650 enu Index Reporting Safety Defects ............ 596 Reserve Tank, Engine Coolant ............................ 427, 520 Restraint, Child ............................ 40 Reverse Gear Position ................ 445 Rotation, Tire ............................. 544 Safety Belts .............................. 9, 21 Safety Defects, Reporting ........... 596 Safety Features .............................. 8 Airbags ............................... 10, 27 Door Locks .............................. 12 Head Restraints ........................ 15 Seat Belts ........................ 9, 16, 21 Seats & Seat-Backs .............. 14, 15 Safety Labels, Location of ............. 62 Safety Messages ........................... iv Seat Belt e-pretensioners .............. 24 Seat Belts ................................. 9, 21 Additional Information ............. 21 Advice for Pregnant Women .... 19 Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners ........................... 23 Cleaning .................................. 534 e-pretensioner .......................... 24 Lap/Shoulder Belt .............. 16, 22 Maintenance ............................ 25 Reminder Indicator and Beeper ............................. 21, 68 System Components ................ 21 Use During Pregnancy ............. 19 Wearing a Lap/Shoulder Belt .................................. 16, 22 Seat Heaters and Seat Ventilation .............................. 158 Seats .......................................... 149 Adjusting the Second Seat ....... 153 Air Ventilation ......................... 158 Folding the Second Seat .......... 153 Folding the Third Seat ............ 154 Head Restraints ....................... 150 Heaters ................................... 157 Position Memory .................... 168 Third Row Access ................... 154 Seats, Adjusting the ................... 149 Security System ......................... 341 Security System Indicator ............ 77 Sensors Driver's Seat Position Sensor ... 31 Front Passenger's Weight Sensors ................................ 31 Impact Sensors ........................ 27 Serial Number ............................ 576 Service Intervals ......................... 507 Service Station Procedures ........ 424 SH-AWD® ................................... 452 Indicator ................................... 73 Shifting the Automatic Transmission .......................... 444 Shift Lever Position Indicators ... 443 Shift Lock Release ...................... 446 Side Airbags ................................. 33 How the Side Airbag Off Indicator Works ................... 36 How Your Side Airbags Work .. 33 Side Curtain Airbags .................... 35 How Your Side Curtain Airbags Work .................................... 35 Side Marker Lights, Bulb Replacement in ....................... 529 Signaling Turns ............................ 71 Snow Tires ................................. 546 Sound System ..................... 192, 212 CONTINUED IX 11/08/29 10:08:20 12 ACURA MDX MMC North America Owner's M 50 31STX650 enu Index Spare Tire .................................. 550 Inflating ........................... 540, 550 Specifications .......................... 580 Spark Plugs ................................ 579 Specifications ............................. 578 Speed Control ............................ 345 Speed Limiter ............................. 446 Speedometer ................................ 78 SRS, Additional Information ......... 27 Additional Safety Precautions ... 39 Airbag Service .......................... 38 Airbag System Components ..... 27 How the Side Airbag Off Indicator Works ................... 36 How the SRS Indicator Works .. 36 How Your Front Airbags Work .................................... 30 How Your Side Airbags Work .. 33 How Your Side Curtain Airbags Work .................................... 35 SRS Indicator ......................... 36, 70 START (Ignition Key Position) ................................. 139 Starting the Engine .................... 442 Auto Control Mode ................. 442 In Cold Weather at High Altitude ................................ 442 With a Dead Battery ................ 558 State Emissions Testing ............. 590 Steam Coming from Engine ....... 560 Steering Wheel Adjustments ............................ 134 Anti-theft Column Lock ........... 139 Buttons ........................... 305, 345 Position Memory .................... 168 Stereo Sound System .......... 192, 212 Storage Compartment ................ 175 Storing Your Vehicle .................. 548 Sunglasses Holder ..................... 176 Sun Visor ................................... 176 Super Handling-All Wheel Drive™ (SH-AWD®) System ................ 452 Supplemental Restraint System ............................ 10, 27 Servicing .................................. 38 SRS Indicator ...................... 36, 70 System Components ................ 27 Synthetic Oil .............................. 518 Tachometer .................................. 78 Tailgate ...................................... 141 Open Indicator ......................... 76 Opening the ............................ 141 Power ...................................... 142 Taillights, Changing Bulbs in ..... 531 Taking Care of the Unexpected ............................ 549 Technical Descriptions DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles) ............................. 581 Emissions Control Systems ..... 587 Three Way Catalytic Converter ............................ 589 Tire Labeling ........................... 583 Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) － Required Federal Explanation ...................... 585 Temperature Gauge ..................... 78 Temperature, Inside Sensor ....... 191 Temperature, Outside .................. 82 Tensioners, Seat Belts .................. 23 Tether Anchorage Points ............. 54 11/08/29 10:08:20 12 ACURA MDX MMC North America Owner's M 50 31STX650 enu Theft Protection, Radio .............. 308 Three Way Catalytic Converter ............................... 589 Tilt/Telescopic Steering Wheel ..................................... 134 Timing Belt ................................ 526 Tire Chains ................................ 546 Tire, How to Change a Flat ........ 551 Tire Information ......................... 583 Tire Labeling .............................. 583 Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) ....................... 455, 585 Low Tire Pressure Indicator ........................ 72, 455 Tire Pressure Monitor ....... 83, 456 Tires .......................................... 540 Air Pressure ............................ 541 Checking Wear ....................... 542 Compact Spare ........................ 550 DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles) ............................. 581 Inflation ................................... 540 Inspection ............................... 542 Labeling .................................. 583 Maintenance ........................... 544 Pressure Monitoring System ... 455 Replacing ................................ 544 Rotating .................................. 544 Snow ....................................... 546 Specifications .......................... 580 Tire Chains ............................. 546 Tools, Tire Changing ................. 551 Towing A Trailer .................................. 487 Emergency Wrecker ............... 572 Equipment and Accessories .... 492 Trailer Loading ....................... 488 Trailer Towing Tips ................. 496 Weight Limit ........................... 487 TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitoring System) .............................. 455 Required Federal Explanation ......................... 585 Trailer Stability Assist ................ 498 Transmission Checking Fluid Level .............. 523 Identification Number ............. 576 Shifting the Automatic ............. 444 Treadwear .................................. 542 Trip Computer ............................. 84 Trip Meter ................................... 81 Turn Signals ................................. 71 Index Unexpected, Taking Care of the .......................................... 549 Uniform Tire Quality Grading .... 581 Unleaded Gasoline ..................... 422 USB Flash Memory Device Error Messages ............................... 297 Used Oil, How to Dispose of ...... 519 Using the Paddle Shifters in the D position (D-Paddle Shift Mode) ................................. 447 Using the Paddle Shifters in the S position (Sequential Shift Mode) ................................. 449 Vanity Mirror ............................. 177 Vehicle Capacity Load ................ 434 Vehicle Dimensions ................... 578 Vehicle Identification Number ... 576 CONTINUED XI 11/08/29 10:08:20 12 ACURA MDX MMC North America Owner's M 50 31STX650 enu Index Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA) System ................................ 473 VSA OFF Button ..................... 474 VSA OFF Indicator ................... 71 VSA System Indicator .............. 71 Vehicle Storage .......................... 548 Ventilation .................................. 189 VIN ............................................ 576 Viscosity, Oil .............................. 517 WARNING, Explanation of ............ iv Warning Labels, Location of ......... 62 Warranty Coverages (U.S. only) ....................................... 595 Washer, Windshield Checking the Fluid Level ........ 522 Operation ................................ 126 Wheels Adjusting the Steering ............. 134 Alignment and Balance ........... 544 Aluminum Alloy Wheels ......... 546 Cleaning .................................. 546 Compact Spare ........................ 550 XII Wrench, Nut ........................... 551 Windows Auto Reverse ........................... 160 Operating the Power ............... 160 Rear, Defogger ........................ 132 Windshield Cleaning .................................. 126 Defroster ................................. 186 Washers .......................... 126, 522 Wipers, Windshield Changing Blades ..................... 536 Operation ................................ 126 Rear Windshield Wiper and Washer ................................ 127 Worn Tires ................................. 542 Wrecker, Emergency Towing .... 572 XM® Radio .......................... 197, 226 11/08/29 10:08:20 12 ACURA MDX MMC North America Owner's M 50 31STX650 enu Service Information Summary Gasoline: Premium unleaded gasoline, pump octane number of 91 or higher. Fuel Tank Capacity: 21.00 US gal (79.5 L) Recommended Engine Oil: API Premium grade 5W-20 detergent oil (see page 517). Oil change capacity (including filter): 4.5 US qt (4.3 L) Automatic Transmission Fluid: Acura ATF DW-1 (automatic transmission fluid) (see page 524). Rear Differential Fluid: Use Acura All-Wheel Drive Fluid (DPSF) only. Capacity: SH-AWD differential case 2.6 US qt (2.5 L) Transfer Assembly Fluid: SAE 90 or SAE 80W-90 viscosity hypoid gear oil, API service classified GL4 or GL5 only. Power Steering Fluid: Acura Power Steering Fluid preferred, or another brand of power steering fluid as a temporary replacement. Do not use ATF (see page 526). Brake Fluid: Honda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3 preferred, or a DOT 3 or DOT 4 brake fluid as a temporary replacement (see page 525). Tire Pressure (measured cold): Front/Rear: 32 psi (220 kPa, 2.2 kgf/cm2) Compact Spare Tire: 60 psi (420 kPa, 4.2 kgf/cm2) 2012 MDX Owner’s Manual (Unlinked) This document does not contain hyperlinks and may be formatted for printing instead of web use. This is due to changes in content and specifications of the vehicle that happen throughout the model year. This manual will be replaced with a hyperlinked version at the end of the model year. © 2011 American Honda Motor Co., Inc. - All Rights Reserved P/N 00X31-STX- 6501 11/08/29 10:08:20 12 ACURA MDX MMC North America Owner's M 50 31STX650 enu Owner's Identification OWNER _________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ ADDRESS _______________________________________________________ STREET _________________________________ _________________________________ ___________________ CITY STATE/PROVINCE/TERRITORY ZIP CODE/ POSTAL CODE V. I. N. ___________________________________________________________ DELIVERY DATE __________________________________________________ (Date sold to original retail purchaser) DEALER NAME ___________________ DEALER NO. ___________________ ADDRESS _______________________________________________________ STREET _________________________________ _________________________________ ___________________ CITY STATE/PROVINCE/TERRITORY ZIP CODE/ POSTAL CODE OWNER'S SIGNATURE ___________________________________________ DEALER'S SIGNATURE ___________________________________________ This owner's manual should be considered a permanent part of the vehicle and should remain with the vehicle when it is sold. This Owner's Manual covers all models of the MDX. You may find descriptions of equipment and features that are not on your particular model. Images throughout this owner's manual (including the front cover) represent features and equipment that are available on some, but not all, models. Your particular model may not have some of these features. The information and specifications included in this publication were in effect at the time of approval for printing. Honda Motor Co., Ltd. reserves the right, however, to discontinue or change specifications or design at any time without notice and without incurring any obligation whatsoever. POUR CLIENTS CANADIEN AVIS IMPORTANT: Si vous avez besoin d'un Manuel du Conducteur en français, veuillez demander à votre concessionnaire de commander le numéro de pièce 33STXC50 11/08/29 10:08:20 12 ACURA MDX MMC North America Owner's M 50 31STX650 enu Congratulations! Your selection of a 2012 Acura MDX was a wise investment. It will give you years of driving pleasure. One of the best ways to enhance the enjoyment of your new vehicle is to read this manual. In it, you will learn how to operate its driving controls and convenience items. Afterwards, keep this owner's manual in your vehicle so you can refer to it at any time. Several warranties protect your new vehicle. Read the warranty booklet thoroughly so you understand the coverages and are aware of your rights and responsibilities. Maintaining your vehicle according to the Maintenance Minder™ shown in the instrument panel helps to keep your driving trouble-free while it preserves your investment. When your vehicle needs maintenance, keep in mind that your dealer's staff is specially trained in servicing the many systems unique to your vehicle. Your dealer is dedicated to your satisfaction and will be pleased to answer any questions and concerns. Introduction As you read this manual, you will find information that is preceded by a symbol. This information is intended to help you avoid damage to your vehicle, other property, or the environment. 11/08/29 10:08:20 12 ACURA MDX MMC North America Owner's M 50 31STX650 enu Introduction Event Data Recorders This vehicle is equipped with an event data recorder (EDR). The main purpose of an EDR is to record, in certain crash or near crash-like situations, such as an air bag deployment or hitting a road obstacle, data that will assist in understanding how a vehicle’s systems performed. The EDR is designed to record data related to vehicle dynamics and safety systems for a short period of time, typically 30 seconds or less. The EDR in this vehicle is designed to record such data as: (cid:129) How various systems in your vehicle were operating; (cid:129) Whether or not the driver and passenger safety belts were buckled/fastened; (cid:129) How far (if at all) the driver was depressing the accelerator and/or brake pedal; and, (cid:129) How fast the vehicle was traveling. These data can help provide a better understanding of the circumstances in which crashes and injuries occur. NOTE: EDR data are recorded by your vehicle only if a non-trivial crash situation occurs; no data are recorded by the EDR under normal driving conditions and no personal data (e.g., name, gender, age, and crash location) are recorded. However, other parties, such as law enforcement, could combine the EDR data with the type of personally identifying data routinely acquired during a crash investigation. To read data recorded by an EDR, special equipment is required, and access to the vehicle or the EDR is needed. In addition to the vehicle manufacturer, other parties, such as law enforcement, that have the special equipment, can read the information if they have access to the vehicle or the EDR. The data belongs to the vehicle owner and may not be accessed by anyone else except as legally required or with the permission of the vehicle owner. ii 11/08/29 10:08:20 12 ACURA MDX MMC North America Owner's M 50 31STX650 enu Introduction California Proposition 65 Warning WARNING: This product contains or emits chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Service Diagnostic Recorders This vehicle is equipped with service-related devices that record information about powertrain performance. The data can be used to verify emissions law requirements and/or help technicians diagnose and solve service problems. It may also be combined with data from other sources for research purposes, but it remains confidential. California Perchlorate Contamination Prevention Act The airbags, seat belt tensioners, and CR type batteries in this vehicle may contain perchlorate materials - special handling may apply. See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate/ iii 11/08/29 10:08:20 12 ACURA MDX MMC North America Owner's M 50 31STX650 enu A Few Words About Safety Your safety, and the safety of others, is very important. And operating this vehicle safely is an important responsibility. To help you make informed decisions about safety, we have provided operating procedures and other information on labels and in this manual. This information alerts you to potential hazards that could hurt you or others. Of course, it is not practical or possible to warn you about all the hazards associated with operating or maintaining your vehicle. You must use your own good judgement. iv You will find this important safety information in a variety of forms, including: ● Safety Labels － on the vehicle. ● Safety Messages － preceded by a safety alert symbol and one of three signal words: DANGER, WARNING, orCAUTION . These signal words mean: You WILL be KILLED or SERIOUSLY HURT if you don't follow instructions. You CAN be KILLED or SERIOUSLY HURT if you don't follow instructions. You CAN be HURT if you don't follow instructions. ● Safety Headings－ such as Important Safety Reminders or Important Safety Precautions. ● Safety Section － such as Driver and Passenger Safety. ● Instructions － how to use this vehicle correctly and safely. This entire book is filled with important safety information － please read it carefully. 11/08/29 10:08:20 12 ACURA MDX MMC North America Owner's M 50 31STX650 enu Important Handling Information Your MDX has higher ground clearance than a passenger vehicle designed for use only on pavement. Higher ground clearance has many advantages for off-highway driving. It allows you to travel over bumps, obstacles, and rough terrain. It also provides good visibility so you can anticipate problems earlier. These advantages come at some cost. Because your vehicle is taller and rides higher off the ground, it has a high center of gravity. This means your vehicle can tip or roll over if you make abrupt turns. Utility vehicles have a significantly higher rollover rate than other types of vehicles. In a rollover crash, an unbelted person is significantly more likely to die than a person wearing a seat belt. As a reminder, make sure you and your passengers always wear seat belts. For information on how to reduce the risk of rollover, read ‘‘Driving Guidelines’’ on page 440 of this manual and the Off-HighwayDrivingGuidelinessection on page 500. Failure to operate your vehicle correctly might result in loss of control, a crash, or rollover. 11/08/29 10:08:20 12 ACURA MDX MMC North America Owner's M 50 31STX650 enu Contents Your Vehicle at a Glance (main controls).................................................................................................................... 3 Driver and Passenger Safety (seat belts, SRS, and child protection)........................................................................... 5 Instruments and Controls (indicators, gauges, multi-information display, dashboard, and steering column) ........... 65 Features (climate control, audio, rear entertainment, steering wheel, security, cruise control, and other convenience items).. 181 Before Driving (fuel, vehicle break-in, and cargo loading)....................................................................................... 421 Driving (engine and transmission operation) ........................................................................................................... 439 Maintenance (minder, fluid checking, minor services, and vehicle storage) ........................................................... 505 Taking Care of the Unexpected (flat tire, Jump starting, overheating, and fuses)................................................... 549 Technical Information (vehicle specifications, tires, and emissions controls) ........................................................ 575 Warranty and Client Relations (U.S. and Canada only) (warranty and contact information)............................... 593 Index.............................................................................................................................................................................. I I Service Information Summary (fluid capacities and tire pressures) ............................................................... last page 11/08/29 10:08:20 12 ACURA MDX MMC North America Owner's M 50 31STX650 enu Overview of Contents Contents A convenient reference to the sections in this manual. Your Vehicle at a Glance A quick reference to the main controls in your vehicle. Driver and Passenger Safety Important information about the proper use and care of your vehicle's seat belts, an overview of the supplemental restraint system, and valuable information on how to protect children with child restraints. Instruments and Controls Explains the purpose of each instrument panel indicator and gauge, and how to use the controls on the dashboard and steering column. Features How to operate the climate control system, the audio system, rear entertainment system, and other convenience features. Before Driving What gasoline to use, how to break- in your new vehicle, and how to load luggage and other cargo. Driving The proper way to start the engine, shift the transmission, and park; plus what you need to know if you're planning to tow a trailer. Maintenance The Maintenance Minder™ shows you when you need to take your vehicle to the dealer for maintenance service. There is also a list of things to check and instructions on how to check them. Taking Care of the Unexpected This section covers several problems motorists sometimes experience, and details how to handle them. Technical Information ID numbers, dimensions, capacities, and technical information. Warranty and Client Relations (U.S. and Canada only) A summary of the warranties covering your new vehicle, and how to contact us for any reason. Refer to your warranty manual for detailed information. Index Service Information Summary A summary of the information you need when you pull up to the fuel pump. 11/08/29 10:08:20 12 ACURA MDX MMC North America Owner's M 50 31STX650 enu Your Vehicle at a Glance INSTRUMENT PANEL INDICATORS (P. 67) GAUGES (P. 78) HOMELINK BUTTONS (P. 363) MOONROOF SWITCH (P. 163) DRIVER'S FRONT AIRBAG (P. 10, 30) DRIVING POSITION MEMORY SYSTEM (P. 168) POWER DOOR LOCK MASTER SWITCH (P. 140) PARKING BRAKE RELEASE HANDLE (P. 164) POWER WINDOW SWITCHES (P. 160) FUEL FILL DOOR RELEASE BUTTON (P. 424) POWER TAILGATE BUTTON (P. 142) HOOD RELEASE HANDLE (P. 426) PARKING BRAKE PEDAL (P. 164) AUXILIARY INPUT JACKSᤳ (P. 339) HEADPHONE CONNECTORSᤳ (P. 340) ᤳ: If equipped MIRROR CONTROL AUTO BUTTON (P. 165) PASSENGER'S FRONT AIRBAG (P. 10, 30) CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM (P. 182) AUDIO SYSTEM (P. 192) AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION (P. 443) REAR CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM (P. 187) AC POWER OUTLET (P. 178) AUXILIARY INPUT JACKS (P. 307) USB ADAPTER CABLEᤳ (P. 280) CONTINUED 11/08/29 10:08:20 12 ACURA MDX MMC North America Owner's M 50 31STX650 enu Your Vehicle at a Glance BSI ALERT INDICATORᤳ2 (P. 479) COLLISION MITIGATION BRAKING SYSTEM™ (CMBS™) OFF BUTTONᤳ2 (P.467) VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST SYSTEM OFF BUTTON (P. 474) MIRROR CONTROLS (P. 166) HEADLIGHT WASHER BUTTONᤳ2 (P. 127) BLIND SPOT INFORMATION SYSTEM (BSI) OFF BUTTONᤳ2 (P. 482) HEADLIGHT/TURN SIGNAL/ FRONT FOG LIGHTS (P. 128) PADDLE SHIFTERS (P. 447) WINDSHIELD WIPERS/WASHERS (P. 126) HORNᤳ1 STEERING WHEEL AUDIO CONTROLS (P. 305) STEERING WHEEL ADJUSTMENTS (P. 134) VOICE CONTROL BUTTONSᤳ3 BLUETOOTH HANDSFREELINK BUTTONS (P. 365) DISTANCE BUTTONᤳ2 (P. 357) CRUISE CONTROL BUTTONS (P. 345) / ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL (ACC) BUTTONSᤳ2 (P. 353) INSTRUMENT PANEL BRIGHTNESS (P. 133) PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF INDICATOR (P. 37) HAZARD WARNING BUTTON (P. 132) REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER (P. 132) ACCESSORY POWER SOCKETS (P. 177) SEAT HEATER SWITCHES (P. 157) / SEAT HEATER AND SEAT VENTILATION BUTTONSᤳ2 (P. 158) ACTIVE DAMPER SYSTEM BUTTONᤳ2 (P. 484) ᤳ1: To use the horn, press the center pad of the steering wheel. ᤳ2: If equipped ᤳ3: Refer to the navigation system manual. For how to operate Bluetooth®HandsFreeLink by voice, see page 383. 11/08/29 10:08:20 12 ACURA MDX MMC North America Owner's M 50 31STX650 enu Driver and Passenger Safety This section gives you important information about how to protect yourself and your passengers. It shows you how to use seat belts. It explains how your airbags work. And it tells you how to properly restrain infants and children in your vehicle. Important Safety Precautions.............. 6 Your Vehicle's Safety Features............ 8 Seat Belts ..................................... 9 Airbags ....................................... 10 Protecting Adults and Teens............. 12 1. Close and Lock the Doors.......... 12 2. Adjust the Front Seats ............... 14 3. Adjust the Seat-Backs................ 15 4. Adjust the Head Restraints......... 15 5. Fasten and Position the Seat Belts ................................... 16 Position ............................... 18 Advice for Pregnant Women.......... 19 Additional Safety Precautions ........ 20 Seat Belts ............................... 21 Seat Belt System Components ....... 21 Additional Information About Your 6. Maintain a Proper Sitting Additional Information About Your Lap/Shoulder Belt........................ 22 Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners ..... 23 Seat Belt e-pretensioners............... 24 Seat Belt Maintenance .................. 25 Airbags................................... 27 Airbag System Components .......... 27 How Your Front Airbags Work ...... 30 How Your Side Airbags Work........ 33 How Your Side Curtain Airbags Work ...................................... 35 How the SRS Indicator Works ....... 36 How the Side Airbag Off Indicator Works..................................... 36 Indicator Works ....................... 37 Airbag Service ............................. 38 Additional Safety Precautions ........ 39 Guidelines .............................. 40 Restrained ............................... 40 Seat ........................................ 41 Pose Serious Risks ................... 41 The Passenger's Front Airbag Can All Children Should Sit in a Back How the Passenger Airbag Off All Children Must Be Protecting Children － General If You Must Drive with Several If a Child Requires Close Installing a Child Seat with Protecting Infants and Small Children.................................. 43 Attention ................................. 43 Additional Safety Precautions ........ 44 Children ................................. 45 Protecting Infants......................... 45 Protecting Small Children ............. 46 Selecting a Child Seat ...................... 48 Installing a Child Seat ...................... 49 LATCH ................................... 50 Shoulder Belt........................... 53 Tether..................................... 54 Protecting Larger Children............... 57 Checking Seat Belt Fit .................. 57 Using a Booster Seat .................... 58 When Can a Larger Child Sit in Front....................................... 59 Additional Safety Precautions ........ 60 Carbon Monoxide Hazard ................ 61 Safety Labels .................................. 62 Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/ Installing a Child Seat with a 11/08/29 10:08:20 12 ACURA MDX MMC North America Owner's M 50 31STX650 enu Important Safety Precautions You'll find many safety recommendations throughout this section, and throughout this manual. The recommendations on this page are the ones we consider to be the most important. Always Wear Your Seat Belt A seat belt is your best protection in all types of collisions. Airbags are designed to supplement seat belts, not replace them. So even though your vehicle is equipped with airbags, make sure you and your passengers always wear your seat belts, and wear them properly (see page 16). Restrain All Children Children age 12 and under should ride properly restrained in a back seat, not the front seat. Infants and small children should be restrained in a child seat. Larger children should use a booster seat and a lap/ shoulder belt until they can use the belt properly without a booster seat (see pages 40 － 60). Be Aware of Airbag Hazards While airbags can save lives, they can cause serious or fatal injuries to occupants who sit too close to them, or are not properly restrained. Infants, young children, and short adults are at the greatest risk. Be sure to follow all instructions and warnings in this manual. Don't Drink and Drive Alcohol and driving don't mix. Even one drink can reduce your ability to respond to changing conditions, and your reaction time gets worse with every additional drink. So don't drink and drive, and don't let your friends drink and drive, either. 11/08/29 10:08:20 12 ACURA MDX MMC North America Owner's M 50 31STX650 enu Important Safety Precautions Pay Appropriate Attention to the Task of Driving Safely Engaging in mobile phone conversation or other activities that keep you from paying close attention to the road, other vehicles and pedestrians could lead to a crash. Remember, situations can change quickly, and only you can decide when it is safe to divert attention away from driving. Control Your Speed Excessive speed is a major factor in crash injuries and deaths. Generally, the higher the speed, the greater the risk, but serious injuries can also occur at lower speeds. Never drive faster than is safe for current conditions, regardless of the maximum speed posted. Keep Your Vehicle in Safe Condition Having a tire blowout or a mechanical failure can be extremely hazardous. To reduce the possibility of such problems, check your tire pressures and condition frequently, and perform all regularly scheduled maintenance (see page 507). 11/08/29 10:08:20 12 ACURA MDX MMC North America Owner's M 50 31STX650 enu Your Vehicle's Safety Features (9) (8) (11) (12) (3) (4) (8) (6) (11) (10) (1) Safety Cage (2) Crush Zones (3) Seats and Seat-Backs (4) Head Restraints (5) Collapsible Steering Column (6) Seat Belts (7) Front Airbags (8) Side Airbags (9) Side Curtain Airbags (10) Front seat Belt Tensioners/ Seat Belt e-pretensionersᤳ (11) Door Locks (12)Occupant Position Detection System (OPDS) Sensor (7) (5) (7) (2) (1) (2) ᤳ: On models with Collision Mitigation Braking System™ (CMBS™) Your vehicle is equipped with many features that work together to protect you and your passengers during a crash. Some features do not require any action on your part. These include a strong steel framework that forms a safety cage around the passenger compartment, front and rear crush zones, a collapsible steering column, and tensioners that tighten the front seat belts in a crash. However, you and your passengers can't take full advantage of these features unless you remain sitting in the correct position and alwayswear yourseatbelts.In fact, some safety features can contribute to injuries if they are not used properly. The following pages explain how you can take an active role in protecting yourself and your passengers. 11/08/29 10:08:20 12 ACURA MDX MMC North America Owner's M 50 31STX650 enu Seat Belts Your vehicle is equipped with seat belts in all seating positions. Your seat belt system also includes an indicator on the instrument panel and a beeper to remind you and your passengers to fasten your seat belts. WhyWearSeatBelts Seat belts are the single most effective safety device for adults and larger children. (Infants and smaller children must be properly restrained in child seats.) Not wearing a seat belt properly increases the chance of serious injury or death in a crash, even though your vehicle has airbags. In addition, most states and all Canadian provinces and territories require you to wear seat belts. Not wearing a seat belt properly increases the chance of serious injury or death in a crash, even though your vehicle has airbags. Be sure you and your passengers always wear seat belts and wear them properly. When properly worn, seat belts: ● Keep you connected to the vehicle so you can take advantage of the vehicle's built-in safety features. ● Help protect you in almost every type of crash, including: – frontal impacts – side impacts – rear impacts – rollovers Your Vehicle's Safety Features ● Help keep you from being thrown against the inside of the vehicle and against other occupants. ● Keep you from being thrown out of the vehicle. ● Help keep you in a good position should the airbags ever deploy. A good position reduces the risk of injury from an inflating airbag and allows you to get the best advantage from the airbag. Of course, seat belts cannot completely protect you in every crash. But in most cases, seat belts can reduce your risk of serious injury. Whatyoushoulddo:Always wear your seat belt, and make sure you wear it properly. 11/08/29 10:08:20 12 ACURA MDX MMC North America Owner's M 50 31STX650 enu Your Vehicle's Safety Features Airbags Your vehicle has a supplemental restraint system (SRS) with front airbags to help protect the heads and chests of the driver and a front seat passenger during a moderate to severe frontal collision (see page 30 for more information on how your front airbags work). Your vehicle also has side airbags to help protect the torso and pelvis of the driver or a front seat passenger during a moderate to severe side impact (see page 33 for more information on how your side airbags work). In addition, your vehicle has side curtain airbags to help protect the heads of the driver and passengers in outboard seating positions during a moderate-to-severe side impact. The side curtain airbags equipped in this vehicle are also designed to help reduce the likelihood of partial and complete ejection of vehicle occupants through side windows in crashes, particularly rollover crashes (see page 35 for additional information on how your side curtain airbags work). 10 11/08/29 10:08:20 12 ACURA MDX MMC North America Owner's M 50 31STX650 enu Your Vehicle's Safety Features Whatyoushoulddo:Always wear your seat belt properly, and sit upright and as far back from the steering wheel as possible while allowing full control of the vehicle. A front passenger should move their seat as far back from the dashboard as possible. The rest of this section gives more detailed information about how you can maximize your safety. Remember, however, that no safety system can prevent all injuries or deaths that can occur in a severe crash, even when seat belts are properly worn and the airbags deploy. The most important things you need to know about your airbags are: ● Airbagsdonotreplaceseatbelts. They are designed to supplement the seat belts. ● Airbagsoffernoprotectioninrear impacts,orminorfrontalorside collisions. ● Airbagscanposeserioushazards. To do their job, airbags must inflate with tremendous force. So while airbags help save lives, they can cause minor injuries or more serious or even fatal injuries if occupants are not properly restrained or sitting properly. 11 11/08/29 10:08:20 12 ACURA MDX MMC North America Owner's M 50 31STX650 enu Protecting Adults and Teens Introduction The following pages provide instructions on how to properly protect the driver, adult passengers, and teenage children who are large enough and mature enough to drive or ride in the front. See pages 40 － 60 for important guidelines on how to properly protect infants, small children, and larger children who ride in your vehicle. 1. Close and Lock the Doors After everyone has entered the vehicle, be sure the doors and the tailgate are closed and locked. Your vehicle has a door/ tailgate open indicator (red) on the instrument panel to indicate when any door or the tailgate is not tightly closed. See page 140 for how to lock the doors, and page 76 for how the door/ tailgate open indicator works. Your vehicle has a door and tailgate open indicator on the multi- information display to indicate when a specific door or the tailgate is not tightly closed. You will see the appropriate indicator and the message for each condition. 12 When one or more doors are not tightly closed, the ‘‘DOOR OPEN’’ message will come on. 11/08/29 10:08:20 12 ACURA MDX MMC North America Owner's M 50 31STX650 enu When the tailgate is not tightly closed, the ‘‘TAILGATE OPEN’’ message will come on. When both tailgate and one or more doors are not tightly closed, the ‘‘DOOR & TAILGATE OPEN’’ message will come on. Protecting Adults and Teens Locking the doors reduces the chance of someone being thrown out of the vehicle during a crash, and it helps prevent passengers from accidentally opening a door and falling out. Locking the doors also helps prevent an outsider from unexpectedly opening a door when you come to a stop. Your vehicle has the auto door locking/unlocking feature. For more information, see page 140. 13 11/08/29 10:08:20 12 ACURA MDX MMC North America Owner's M 50 31STX650 enu Protecting Adults and Teens 2. Adjust the Front Seats Adjust the driver's seat as far to the rear as possible while allowing you to maintain full control of the vehicle. Have a front passenger adjust their seat as far to the rear as possible. 14 Sitting too close to a front airbag can result in serious injury or death if the front airbags inflate. Always sit as far back from the front airbags as possible. See page 149 for how to adjust the front seats. If you sit too close to the steering wheel or dashboard, you can be seriously injured by an inflating front airbag, or by striking the steering wheel or dashboard. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and Transport Canada recommend that drivers allow at least 10 inches (25 cm) between the center of the steering wheel and the chest. In addition to adjusting the seat, you can adjust the steering wheel up and down, and in and out (see page 134). If you cannot get far enough away from the steering wheel and still reach the controls, we recommend that you investigate whether some type of adaptive equipment may help. 11/08/29 10:08:20 12 ACURA MDX MMC North America Owner's M 50 31STX650 enu 3. Adjust the Seat-Backs 4. Adjust the Head Restraints Protecting Adults and Teens Reclining the seat-back too far can result in serious injury or death in a crash. Adjust the seat-back to an upright position, and sit well back in the seat. Reclining a seat-back so that the shoulder part of the belt no longer rests against the occupant's chest reduces the protective capability of the belt. It also increases the chance of sliding under the belt in a crash and being seriously injured. The farther a seat-back is reclined, the greater the risk of injury. See page 149 for how to adjust the seat-backs. Adjust the driver's head restraint so the center of the back of your head rests against the center of the restraint. Have passengers adjust their head restraints properly as well. Taller persons should adjust their restraint as high as possible. CONTINUED 15 Adjust the driver's seat-back to a comfortable, upright position, leaving ample space between your chest and the airbag cover in the center of the steering wheel. Passengers with adjustable seat- backs should also adjust their seat- back to a comfortable, upright position. 11/08/29 10:08:20 12 ACURA MDX MMC North America Owner's M 50 31STX650 enu 5. Fasten and Position the Seat Belts Insert the latch plate into the buckle, then tug on the belt to make sure the belt is securely latched. Check that the belt is not twisted, because a twisted belt can cause serious injuries in a crash. The second row center seat, and both third row seats, have a detachable shoulder belt that can be unlatched and retracted, to allow the seats to be folded down. See page 155 for how to unlatch and relatch the seat belts. Position the lap part of the belt as low as possible across your hips, then pull up on the shoulder part of the belt so the lap part fits snugly. This lets your strong pelvic bones take the force of a crash and reduces the chance of internal injuries. Protecting Adults and Teens Improperly positioning head restraints reduces their effectiveness and you can be seriously injured in a crash. Make sure head restraints are in place and positioned properly before driving. Properly adjusted head restraints will help protect occupants from whiplash and other crash injuries. See page 150 for how to adjust the head restraints and how the driver's and front passenger's active head restraints work. 16 11/08/29 10:08:20 12 ACURA MDX MMC North America Owner's M 50 31STX650 enu If necessary, pull up on the belt again to remove any slack, then check that the belt rests across the center of your chest and over your shoulder. This spreads the forces of a crash over the strongest bones in your upper body. Improperly positioning the seat belts can cause serious injury or death in a crash. Make sure all seat belts are properly positioned before driving. If the seat belt touches or crosses your neck, or if it crosses your arm instead of your shoulder, you need to adjust the seat belt anchor height. RELEASE BUTTON The front seats have adjustable seat belt anchors. To adjust the height of an anchor, squeeze the release button and slide the anchor up or down as needed (it has four positions). Protecting Adults and Teens Neverplacetheshoulderportionofa lap/shoulderbeltunderyourarmor behindyourback.This could cause very serious injuries in a crash. If a seat belt does not seem to work properly, it may not protect the occupant in a crash. Nooneshouldsitinaseatwithan inoperativeseatbelt.Using a seat belt that is not working properly can result in serious injury or death. Have your dealer check the belt as soon as possible. See page 21 for additional information about your seat belts and how to take care of them. 17 11/08/29 10:08:20 12 ACURA MDX MMC North America Owner's M 50 31STX650 enu Protecting Adults and Teens In addition, an occupant who is out of position in the front seat can be seriously or fatally injured in a crash by striking interior parts of the vehicle or being struck by an inflating front airbag. Sitting improperly or out of position can result in serious injury or death in a crash. Always sit upright, well back in the seat, with your feet on the floor. 6. Maintain a Proper Sitting Position

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