2008 Acura MDX Owners Manual

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Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)

−

Required Federal Explanation

Each tire, including the spare (if provided), should be checked monthly when cold and inflated to the inflation pressure recommended by the vehicle manufacturer on the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label.

(If your vehicle has tires of a different size than the size indicated on the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label, you should determine the proper tire inflation pressure for those tires.)

As an added safety feature, your vehicle has been equipped with a tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) that illuminates a low tire pressure telltale

when one or more of your tires is significantly under-inflated.

Accordingly, when the low tire pressure telltale illuminates, you should stop and check your tires as soon as possible, and inflate them to the proper pressure.

Driving on a significantly under- inflated tire causes the tire to overheat and can lead to tire failure. Under-inflation also reduces fuel efficiency and tire tread life, and may affect the vehicle’s handling and stopping ability.

Please note that the TPMS is not a substitute for proper tire maintenance, and it is the driver’s responsibility to maintain correct tire pressure, even if under-inflation has not reached the level to trigger illumination of the TPMS low tire pressure telltale.

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Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)

−

Required Federal Explanation

Always check the TPMS malfunction telltale after replacing one or more tires or wheels on your vehicle to ensure that the replacement or alternate tires and wheels allow the TPMS to continue to function properly.

Your vehicle has also been equipped with a TPMS malfunction indicator to indicate when the system is not operating properly. The TPMS malfunction indicator is combined with the low tire pressure telltale. When the system detects a malfunction, the telltale will flash for approximately one minute and then remain continuously illuminated. This sequence will continue upon subsequent vehicle start-ups as long as the malfunction exists.

When the malfunction indicator is illuminated, the system may not be able to detect or signal low tire pressure as intended.

TPMS malfunctions may occur for a variety of reasons, including the installation of replacement or alternate tires or wheels on the vehicle that prevent the TPMS from functioning properly.

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Emissions Controls

The burning of gasoline in your vehicle’s engine produces several by- products. Some of these are carbon monoxide (CO), oxides of nitrogen (NOx), and hydrocarbons (HC). Gasoline evaporating from the tank also produces hydrocarbons. Con- trolling the production of NOx, CO, and HC is important to the environ- ment. Under certain conditions of sunlight and climate, NOx and HC react to form photochemical ‘‘smog.’’ Carbon monoxide does not contri- bute to smog creation, but it is a poisonous gas.

＊

The Clean Air Act The United States Clean Air Act sets standards for automobile emissions. It also requires that automobile manufacturers explain to owners how their emissions controls work and what to do to maintain them. This section summarizes how the emissions controls work. Scheduled maintenance is on page 390

＊

In Canada, Acura vehicles comply

with the Canadian emission requirements, as specified in an agreement with Environment Canada, at the time they are manufactured.

Crankcase Emissions Control System Your vehicle has a positive crankcase ventilation system. This keeps gasses that build up in the engine’s crankcase from going into the atmosphere. The positive

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crankcase ventilation valve routes them from the crankcase back to the intake manifold. They are then drawn into the engine and burned.

Evaporative Emissions Control System As gasoline evaporates in the fuel tank, an evaporative emissions control canister filled with charcoal adsorbs the vapor. It is stored in this canister while the engine is off. After the engine is started and warmed up, the vapor is drawn into the engine and burned during driving.

Onboard Refueling Vapor Recovery The onboard refueling vapor recovery (ORVR) system captures the fuel vapors during refueling. The vapors are adsorbed in a canister filled with activated carbon. While driving, the fuel vapors are drawn into the engine and burned off.

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Exhaust Emissions Controls The exhaust emissions controls include four systems: PGM-FI, ignition timing control, exhaust gas recirculation, and three way catalytic converter. These four systems work together to control the engine’s combustion and minimize the amount of HC, CO, and NOx that come out the tailpipe. The exhaust emissions control systems are separate from the crankcase and evaporative emissions control systems.

PGM-FISystem The PGM-FI system uses sequential multiport fuel injection. It has three subsystems: air intake, engine control, and fuel control. The powertrain control module (PCM) uses various sensors to determine how much air is going into the engine. It then controls how much fuel to inject under all operating conditions.

IgnitionTimingControlSystem This system constantly adjusts the ignition timing, reducing the amount of HC, CO, and NOx produced.

ExhaustGasRecirculation(EGR) System The exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) system takes some of the exhaust gas and routes it back into the intake manifold. Adding exhaust gas to the air/fuel mixture reduces the amount of NOx produced when the fuel is burned.

ThreeWayCatalyticConverter The three way catalytic converter is in the exhaust system. Through chemical reactions, it converts HC, CO, and NOx in the engine’s exhaust to carbon dioxide (CO ), nitrogen (N ), and water vapor.

Emissions Controls

Replacement Parts The emissions control systems are designed and certified to work together in reducing emissions to levels that comply with the Clean Air Act. To make sure the emissions remain low, you should use only new Acura replacement parts or their equivalent for repairs. Using lower quality parts may increase the emissions from your vehicle.

The emissions control systems are covered by warranties separate from the rest of your vehicle. Read your warranty manual for more informa- tion.

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Three Way Catalytic Converter

The three way catalytic converter contains precious metals that serve as catalysts, promoting chemical reactions to convert the exhaust gasses without affecting the metals. The catalytic converter is referred to as a three-way catalyst, since it acts on HC, CO, and NOx. A replacement unit must be an original Acura part or its equivalent.

The three way catalytic converter must operate at a high temperature for the chemical reactions to take place. It can set on fire any combustible materials that come near it. Park your vehicle away from high grass, dry leaves, or other flammables.

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WARM UP THREE WAY CATALYTIC CONVERTERS

Keep the engine well maintained.

Have your vehicle diagnosed and repaired if it is misfiring, back- firing, stalling, or otherwise not running properly.

THREE WAY CATALYTIC CONVERTER

A defective three way catalytic converter contributes to air pollution, and can impair your engine’s per- formance. Follow these guidelines to protect your vehicle’s three way catalytic converter.

Always use unleaded gasoline. Even a small amount of leaded gasoline can contaminate the catalyst metals, making the three way catalytic converter ineffective.

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Testing of Readiness Codes If you take your vehicle for an emissions test shortly after the battery has been disconnected or gone dead, it may not pass the test. This is because of certain ‘‘readiness codes’’ that must be set in the on- board diagnostics for the emissions systems. These codes are erased when the battery is disconnected, and set again only after several days of driving under a variety of conditions.

If the testing facility determines that the readiness codes are not set, you will be requested to return at a later date to complete the test. If you must get the vehicle retested within the next two or three days, you can condition the vehicle for retesting by doing the following.

1.

2.

3.

Make sure the gas tank is nearly, but not completely, full (around 3/4).

Make sure the vehicle has been parked with the engine off for 6
hours or more.

Make sure the ambient temperature is between 40° and 95°F.

Emissions Testing

4.

5.

Without touching the accelerator pedal, start the engine, and let it idle for 20 seconds.

Keep the vehicle in Park. Increase the engine speed to 2,000 rpm, and hold it there until the temperature gauge rises to at least 1/4 of the scale (about 3 minutes).

6.

Without touching the accelerator pedal, let the engine idle for 20
seconds.

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8.

Then drive in city/suburban traffic for at least 10 minutes. When traffic conditions allow, let the vehicle coast for several seconds without using the accelerator pedal or the brake pedal.

9.

Make sure the vehicle has been parked with the engine off for 30
minutes.

If the testing facility determines the readiness codes are still not set, see your dealer.

Emissions Testing

7.

Select a nearby lightly traveled major highway where you can maintain a speed of 50 to 60 mph (80 to 97 km/h) for at least 20
minutes. Drive on the highway in D. Do not use cruise control. When traffic allows, drive for 90
seconds without moving the accelerator pedal. (Vehicle speed may vary slightly; this is okay.) If you cannot do this for a continuous 90 seconds because of traffic conditions, drive for at least 30 seconds, then repeat it two more times (for a total of 90
seconds).

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Warranty and Client Relations

Client Service Information Warranty Coverages Reporting Safety Defects

.......... ....................

. 466
. 467

(U.S. Vehicles)

Authorized Manuals

.......................... .....................

. 468
. 469

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Canadian Owners: Acura Client Services Honda Canada Inc. 715 Milner Avenue Toronto, ON M1B 2K8

Tel: 1-888-9-ACURA-9
Fax: Toll-free 1-877-939-0909
Toronto (416) 287-4776

In Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands: Vortex Motor Corp. Bella International P.O. Box 190816
San Juan, PR 00919-0816

Tel: (787) 620-7546

Client Service Information

Acura dealership personnel are trained professionals. They should be able to answer all your questions. If you encounter a problem that your dealership does not solve to your satisfaction, please discuss it with the dealership’s management. The service manager or general manager can help. Almost all problems are solved in this way.

If you are dissatisfied with the decision made by the dealership’s management, contact the Acura Client Services Office.

U.S. Owners: American Honda Motor Co., Inc. Acura Client Services Mail Stop 500-2N-7E 1919 Torrance Blvd. Torrance, CA 90501-2746

Tel: (800) 382-2238

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When you call or write, please give us this information:

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Vehicle Identification Number (see page Name and address of the dealer who services your vehicle Date of purchase Mileage on your vehicle Your name, address, and tele- phone number A detailed description of the problem Name of the dealer who sold the vehicle to you

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Warranty Coverages

U.S. Owners Your new vehicle is covered by these warranties:

−

NewVehicleLimitedWarranty covers your new vehicle, except for the battery, emissions control systems, and accessories, against defects in materials and workmanship.

these two

EmissionsControlSystemsDefects WarrantyandEmissions − PerformanceWarranty warranties cover your vehicle’s emissions control systems. Time, mileage, and coverage are conditional. Please read your warranty booklet for exact information.

OriginalEquipmentBatteryLimited this warranty gives up Warranty to 100 % credit toward a replacement battery.

−

−

a seat SeatBeltLimitedWarranty belt that fails to function properly is covered by a limited warranty. Please read your warranty booklet for details.

all exterior body panels are

RustPerforationLimitedWarranty − covered for rust-through from the inside for the specified time period with no mileage limit.

−

AccessoryLimitedWarranty Acura accessories are covered under this warranty. Time and mileage limits depend on the type of accessory and other factors. Please read your warranty manual for details.

ReplacementPartsLimited covers all Acura Warranty replacement parts against defects in materials and workmanship.

−

ReplacementBatteryLimited provides prorated Warranty coverage for a replacement battery purchased from your dealer.

−

ReplacementMufflerLifetime provides LimitedWarranty coverage for as long as the pur- chaser of the muffler owns the vehicle.

−

Restrictions and exclusions apply to all these warranties. Please read the 2008 Acura warranty information booklet that came with your vehicle for precise information on warranty coverages. Your vehicle’s original tires are covered by their manufacturer. Tire warranty information is in a separate booklet.

Canadian Owners Please refer to the 2008 warranty manual that came with your vehicle.

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Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Vehicles)

If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), in addition to notifying American Honda Motor Co., Inc.

If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy campaign. However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your dealer, or Acura Automobile Division, American Honda Motor Co., Inc.

To contact NHTSA, you may call the Vehicle Safety Hotline toll-free at 1-888-327-4236
(TTY: 1-800-424-9153); go to ; or write to: http://www.saf ercar.gov Administrator, NHTSA, 1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE., Washington, DC 20590. You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from

http://www.saf ercar.gov

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Purchasing Factory Authorized Manuals (U.S.only) The publications shown below can be purchased from Helm Incorporated. You can order by phone or online:

Call Helm Inc. at 1-800-782-4356 (credit card orders only) Go online at

www. helminc. com

If you are interested in other years or models, contact Helm Inc. at 1-800-782-4356.

Publication

Form Number

61STX01
61STX01EL

61STX30
31STX610
31STX810

31STXM10
31STXQ10

ACU-R

Form Description

2007-2008 Acura MDX Service Manual

2008 Acura MDX

Electrical Troubleshooting Manual

2008 Acura MDX Body Repair Manual

2008 Acura MDX Owner’s Manual

2008 Acura MDX

Navigation System Owner’s Manual 2008 Acura MDX Maintenance Journal

2008 Acura MDX Quick Start Guide

Order Form for Previous Years Indicate Year and Model Desired

Authorized Manuals

Service Manual: Covers maintenance and recommended procedures for repair to engine and chassis components. It is written for the journeyman mechanic, but it is simple enough for most mechanically inclined owners to understand.

Electrical Troubleshooting Manual: Complements the Service Manual by providing in-depth troubleshooting information for each electrical circuit in your vehicle.

Body Repair Manual: Describes the procedures involved in the replacement of damaged body parts.

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Index

...

Accessories and Modifications . 330
ACCESSORY (Ignition Key

Position)

Accessory Power Sockets AC Power Outlet Active Damper System Acura Link Additives, Engine Oil Airbag (SRS) Air Conditioning System

..................................... ............ ........................... ................ ..................................... .................... ............................... .............. ..................... ....................... ....................... ......................................

Rear A/C Control Air Outlets (Vents) Air Pressure, Tires Antifreeze Anti-lock Brakes (ABS)

. 129
. 166
. 167
. 361
. 308
. 394
. 9, 24
. 170
. 175
. 177
. 415
. 396

....................

Indicator Light Operation

................................... ..............

Anti-theft, Audio System Anti-theft Steering Column

Lock

............................................

. 66, 357
. 357
. 235

. 129
. 180, 181, 200

Audio System Auto Control Mode, Starting

................

Engine

Automatic Climate Control

........................................ ..........

. 339
. 170

....................... Automatic Lighting . 119
... Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners . 22
. 270
Automatic Speed Control ............. . 341
.............. Automatic Transmission . 452
.......................... ............... . 399
. 341
.......................................

Capacity, Fluid Checking Fluid Level Shifting Shift Lever Position

Indicators

Shift Lever Positions Shift Lock Release

............................... ................ ....................

. 341
. 342
. 346

Battery

Charging System

Indicator

...........................

Jump Starting Maintenance Specifications Before Driving Belts, Seat Beverage Holders Booster Seats Brakes

............................ .............................. ............................ .............................. .................................... ......................... ..................................

. 65, 436
. 432
. 421
. 453
. 321
.8,20
. 163
. 55

Anti-lock System (ABS)

............. ........................................... .......................................

Break-in, New Linings Fluid Parking System Indicator Wear Indicators

................. ........................ ............................. .................

. 322
. 401
. 153
. 65, 438
. 357
. 356
. 322

Braking System Break-in, New Vehicle Brightness Control,

Instruments

............................... ......................

Brights, Headlights Bulb Replacement Back-up Lights Front Parking Lights Front Side Marker Lights Headlights Rear Bulbs Specifications Turn Signal Lights

.......................... ................ ........ ................................. ................................. ............................ .................... ..............................

Bulbs, Halogen

. 123
. 118

. 407
. 404
. 404
. 403
. 406
. 453
. 404
. 403

Cancel Button Capacities Chart

................................ ............................

. 272
. 452

...........

. 357

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Index

............. .......................... ................................... ....................

Carbon Monoxide Hazard Cargo Area Light Cargo Hook Cargo, How to Carry CAUTION, Explanation of Certification Label Chains, Tires Changing a Flat Tire Changing Oil

........................ ................................. ....................

. 58
. 161
. 336
. 332
. iii . 450
. 420
. 425

.............

How to When to

........................................ ......................................

Charging System Indicator Checklist, Before Driving Childproof Door Locks Child Safety

............ ................ ..................................... ..............................

. 394
. 383
. 65, 436
. 338
. 131
. 37
. 55
. 42, 45
. 41
..... . 42
.......................................... .......................... . 54
. 47
......................................... . 38
...................... . 43
............................. . 51
.......................................... ......... . 38

Booster Seats Child Seats ............................. Important Safety Reminders Infants Larger Children LATCH Risks with Airbags Small Children Tether Where Should a Child Sit?

...

II

Child Seats

LATCH Anchorage Points Tether Anchorage Points

. 45
....................................... ........ . 47
. 52, 53
.... . 409
. 466
. 170
. 236
. 235
. 460
. 424
. 164
. 466
. 61

....................... .................... ............... .............................................. ..................... ........................ ...................... ................. ............... .............

Cleaning Seat Belts Client Service Office Climate Control System Clock Code, Audio System CO in the Exhaust Compact Spare Tire Console Compartment Consumer Information Controls, Instruments and Coolant

＊

Adding Checking Proper Solution Temperature Gauge

........................................ .................................... ......................... ...................

. 396
. 326
. 396
. 72

Crankcase Emissions Control

System

Cruise Control Indicator Cruise Control Operation Cup Holders Customize Settings

........................................ ................ ............ ................................... ......................... ................ ...........................

Door/Window Setup Lighting Setup

. 460
. 70
. 270
. 163
. 83
. 105
. 100

Meter Setup Position Setup Setting to Default Wiper Setup

................................. .............................. ........................ ...............................

. 89
. 97
. 86
. 113

...............

DANGER, Explanation of Dashboard Daytime Running Lights Dead Battery Defects, Reporting Safety Defogger, Rear Window Defrosting the Windows Differential Fluid Dimensions Dimming the Headlights Dipstick

................................... .............. ................................. ............ .............. .............. .......................... .................................... .............

. iii . 3, 62
. 120
. 432
. 468
. 122
. 174
. 452
. 452
. 118

Automatic Transmission Engine Oil

.......... .................................. .......................... ........ .......................................

Directional Signals Disc Brake Wear Indicators Disc Care Disc Changer Disc Changer Error

. 399
. 326
. 67
. 357
. 229
. 190, 218

........................

Messages

...........................

. 199, 228

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Index

Disc Player Disposal of Used Oil Doors

............................

.....................

. 190, 218
. 395

Locking and Unlocking Lockout Prevention Monitor Power Door Locks

............ .................. ........................................ .................... ..........

DOT Tire Quality Grading Driver and Passenger Safety Driving

........................................... ....................................

Economy

. 130
. 131
. 11
. 130
. 454
. 5
. 337
. 327

...........

Driving Position Memory

System

DVD Player Error Messages DVD Player

........................................ ...... ...................................

. 157
. 265
. 240

Economy, Fuel Emergencies

.............................. .................................. ............. ........... ................ ..... .................. ...........

Battery, Jump Starting Brake System Indicator Changing a Flat Tire Charging System Indicator Checking the Fuses Driving with a Flat Tire

. 327
. 423
. 432
. 438
. 425
. 436
. 440
. 424

. 122
Hazard Warning Flashers . 432
Jump Starting Low Oil Pressure Indicator . 436
Malfunction Indicator Lamp . 437
Overheated Engine . 434
Opening the Fuel Fill Door

....... ............................ ..... ... ..................

Towing

Manually

................................ ....................................... ......................... .................... ...................... ....................... ........................

Emergency Brake Emergency Flashers Emergency Towing Emissions Controls Emissions Testing Engine

. 446
. 446
. 153
. 122
. 446
. 460
. 463

Check Starting System Coolant Temperature Gauge If it Won’t Start Malfunction Indicator

............ . 340
.... . 72
. 431
.........................

................................ .......................................

Lamp Oil Life Oil Pressure Indicator Oil, What Kind to Use Overheating Specifications Speed Limiter Starting

........ .............. ............................... ............................ ............................ .......................................

. 65, 437
. 383
. 65, 436
. 393
. 434
. 453
. 346
. 339

Evaporative Emissions Controls . 460
Exhaust Fumes . 58
Exhaust Gas Recirculation

...............................

System

........................................ Expectant Mothers, Use of Seat

. 461

Belts by

........................................

. 18

Fan, Interior Features, Comfort and

...................................

Convenience

.............................. ....................

Filling the Fuel Tank Filters Oil

............................................... ........... ................... .....................................

Flashers, Hazard Warning Flat Tire, Changing a Floor Mats Fluids

. 173

. 169
. 323

. 394
. 122
. 425
. 410

Automatic Transmission Brake Power Steering Windshield Washer

.......... .......................................... .......................... ..................

. 399
. 401
. 402
. 398

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Index

FM Stereo Radio

Fuel

Reception Fog Lights Folding the Second Seat Folding the Third Seat Four-way Flashers Front Airbags Front Seat

................................... ..................................... .............. ................. ........................ .............................. ...................................... .................................... ..................................... ....................................... ................................................. ...................... ........................................... ................

Fill Door and Cap Gauge Octane Requirement Opening the Fuel Fill Door

Adjusting Airbags Heaters

. 205
. 120
. 144
. 145
. 122
. 9, 27
. 140
. 140
. 9, 27
. 148
. 322
. 323
. 72
. 322

Manually Oxygenated Reserve Indicator Tank, Filling the Tighten Fuel Cap Fuses, Checking the

................................ ............................... ........................ ........................ ...................... .....................

. 446
. 322
. 71
. 323
. 324
. 440

Gas Mileage, Improving

...............

. 327

IV

Gasoline Gauge Low Fuel Indicator Octane Requirement Tank, Refueling

......................................... ........................................... ..................... ................ ........................ ................

Gas Station Procedures Gauges

. 322
. 72
. 71
. 322
. 323
. 323

Engine Coolant Temperature . 72
. 72
Fuel . 72
Speedometer Tachometer . 72

... ............................................... ............................... .................................

GAWR (Gross Axle Weight

Rating)

Rating)

....................................... GCWR (Gross Combined Weight ....................................... ............ ......................................

Gearshift Lever Positions Glove Box GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight

. 364

. 364
. 342
. 164

Rating)

.......................................

. 364

Halogen Headlight Bulbs HandsFreeLink HFL Buttons

............. .......................... TM .............................. ............

Hazard Warning Flashers

. 403
. 280
. 281
. 122

Headlights Aiming Automatic Lighting Daytime Running Lights High Beam Indicator High Beams, Turning on Lights On Indicator Low Beams, Turning on Reminder Chime Replacing Halogen Bulbs Turning on Washers Headphones Head Restraints Heated Mirror Heaters, Seats Heating and Cooling High-Low Beam Switch HomeLink Universal

..................................... ........................................ .................. ......... .................. ......... .................... .......... ....................... ........ ................................. ..................................... ................................... ............................ ............................... ............................... ..................... ...............

. 118
. 403
. 119
. 120
. 70
. 118
. 70
. 118
. 118
. 403
. 118
. 117
. 266
. 141
. 156
. 148
. 170
. 118

Transceiver

................................ ....................... ................................................

Hood, Opening the Horn

. 276
. 325
. 115

Identification Number, Vehicle . 450

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System)

......... .........

Ignition Keys Switch Timing Control System

............................................ ......................................... ............ ......................

Immobilizer System Important Safety Precautions Indicators, Instrument Panel ...... ............... ....................................

. 126
. 129
. 461
. 128
. 6
. 63
Active Damper System . 71, 361
. 66
ABS (Anti-lock Brake) A/T Temp . 68
Brake (Parking and Brake ............................ ................

............................. ................................. ................................... ................................... ........ ..................................... ......................................

. 65, 438
. 65, 436
Charging System . 70
Cruise Control . 70
Cruise Main . 70
Fog Lights . 70
High Beam . 70
Key (Immobilizer System) . 70
Lights On . 71
Low Fuel . 65, 436
Low Oil Pressure Low Tire Pressure . 68
Malfunction Indicator Lamp . 437
. 71
Security System Side Airbag Off . 66
. 64
Seat Belt

................ ...................... ... .......................... ........................... .......................................

...............................................

SH-AWD® ............................. 69, 348
SRS . 66
. 69, 80
System Message Tire Pressure Monitor . 68
Turn Signal and Hazard

...................

...............

Warning

VSA Activation VSA System

................................... . 67
............................ . 67
................................. . 67
.................. . 160
............................... . 42
...................................... . 42
................... . 415
................................. . 154
............................. . 417
........................ . 4, 63
...... . 123
. 200, 308
. 159
. i

Individual Map Lights Infant Restraint Infant Seats Inflation, Proper Tire Inside Mirror Inspection, Tire Instrument Panel Instrument Panel Brightness Interface Dial ........................ Interior Lights ............................... Introduction

........................................

Index

Keys Keyless Memory Settings

................................................ ...........

. 126
. 139

Label, Certification Lane Change, Signaling Lap/Shoulder Belts Light Control Switch Lights

....................... ...............

.................. ....................

. 450
. 118
. 15, 21
. 159

Bulb Replacement Indicator Interior Parking Load Limit LOCK (Ignition Key Position)

.................... ....................................... ....................................... ....................................... .............................

. 403
. 63
. 159
. 118
. 333, 364
. 129

....

Jacking up the Vehicle Jack, Tire Jump Starting

................. ....................................... ................................

. 428
. 425
. 432

CONTINUED

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Index

Locks

Anti-theft Steering Column Fuel Fill Door Glove Box Lockout Prevention Power Door Tailgate

..... ............................ .................................. .................. ...............................

..............................

........................ .........................

Low Coolant Level Low Fuel Indicator Low Oil Pressure Indicator ... Lubricant Specifications Chart Luggage, Storing (cargo)

... ............

. 129
. 323
. 164
. 131
. 130
. 131, 132
. 326
. 71
. 65, 436
. 452
. 332

Mirrors, Adjusting Modifications Modifying Your Vehicle Moonroof Multi-Information Display

........................ ................................. ............... ....................................... .............

. 155
. 331
. 331
. 152
. 73

Neutral Gear Position New Vehicle Break-in NOTICE, Explanation of Numbers, Identification

................... ..................

................... ...............

. 342
. 322
. i . 450

Maintenance

..................................

. 381

Owner’s Maintenance

Checks

Minder Safety Schedule

................................... ........................................ .......................................... .................................... ....... ........... ............................. .......................... ...............................

Malfunction Indicator Lamp Memory, Driving Position Message Display Message Indicator Meters, Gauges

. 389
. 383
. 382
. 390
. 437
. 157
. 80
. 69
. 72

Octane Requirement, Gasoline . 322
. 75
Odometer Odometer, Trip . 75
. 377
Off-Highway Driving Off-Road Precautions . 377
Oil

... ......................................... ............................... .................... ...................

Change, How to Change, When to Checking Engine Life, Engine Pressure Indicator

........................ ...................... ...................... ...............................

. 394
. 383
. 326
. 383
. 65, 436

..............

VI

Selecting Proper Viscosity

Chart

ON (Ignition Key Position) Outside Mirrors Outside Temperature Overheating, Engine Owner’s Maintenance Checks Oxygenated Fuels

...................................... ......... ............................ ..................... .................... .... .........................

. 393
. 129
. 154
. 76
. 434
. 389
. 322

Panel Brightness Control Park Gear Position Parking Parking Brake Parking Brake and Brake

............ ........................ ........................................... ...............................

. 123
. 342
. 350
. 153

.................

System Indicator

. 65, 438
Parking Lights ............................... . 118
Parking Over Things that Burn . 350
.. .... Passenger Airbag Off Indicator . 34
. 461
PGM-FI System ............................. . 140
Power Seat Adjustments .............. . 162
Power Socket Locations ............... . 149
Power Windows ............................ ......... Pregnancy, Using Seat Belts . 18

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Index

Protecting Children

Protecting Adults and Teens

. 11
Additional Safety Precautions . 19
. 18
Advice for Pregnant Women . 37
. 37
. 42
. 54
. 43

......... ... ..... ........................ ..................... ....................... ....... .........

General Guidelines Protecting Infants Protecting Larger Children Protecting Small Children Using Child Seats with

Tethers

Using LATCH

..................................... .............................

. 51
. 47

...

...................

Radiator Overheating . 434
Radio/Disc Sound System . 181, 201
. 462
Readiness Codes ........................... . 175
Rear A/C Unit ............................... . 241
Rear Audio Control Panel ............ Rear Entertainment System . 237
........ Rear Lights, Bulb Replacement . 406
.. Rear View Camera and Monitor . 320
. 154
Rear View Mirror .......................... Rear Window Defogger ............... . 174
Rear Window Wiper and

Washer

.......................................

. 117

Reclining the Seat Backs Reclining the Second Seats Reminder Indicators Remote Audio Controls Remote Control (RES) Remote Transmitter Replacement Information

............. ......... ....................... ................ ................. .....................

. 140
. 144
. 64
. 233
. 242
. 135

Engine Oil and Filter Fuses Light Bulbs Schedule Timing Belt Tires Wiper Blades

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