Acura MDX Technology Guide

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2012

ADVANCED TECHNOLOGY GUIDE

A D V A N C E D T E C H N O L O G Y G U I D E

The Advanced Technology Guide is designed to help you get

B L I N D S P O T I N F O R M A T I O N S Y S T E M p. 37

M U L T I - I N F O R M A T I O N D I S P L A Y p. 4

acquainted with your new Acura and provide basic instructions

on some of its technology and convenience features.

This guide is not intended as a substitute for the Owner’s

Manual. For complete information on vehicle controls and

operation, please refer to the respective sections in the

Owner’s Manual.

As with the Owner’s Manual, this guide covers all trim levels of

the Acura MDX. Therefore, you may find descriptions of

equipment and features that are not on your particular vehicle.

V O I C E R E C O G N I T I O N p. 14

A D A P T I V E C R U I S E C O N T R O L p. 38

B L UE TO OT H

H A N D S F R E E L I N K ® p.25

N A V I G A T I O N

A U D I O

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p. 20

Instrument Panel Indicators............................................................................2

Multi-Information Display (MID) .....................................................................4

Keyless Memory Settings.................................................................................9

Rearview Camera .........................................................................................11

Reverse Tilt Door Mirrors ................................................................................12

HomeLink®......................................................................................................13

Voice Recognition ........................................................................................14

Navigation*....................................................................................................20

AcuraLink Real-Time TrafficTM*......................................................................22

AcuraLink Real-Time WeatherTM*.................................................................23

AcuraLink®Messages* ..................................................................................24

Bluetooth

HandsFreeLink®...........................................................................25

Advance Package shown

Bluetooth

iPod®or USB Flash Drive*...............................................................................31

Note Function* ..............................................................................................31

Hard Disc Drive (HDD) Audio*......................................................................32

Song By VoiceTM(SBV)* .................................................................................33

Rear Entertainment System (RES)*...............................................................35

Collision Mitigation Braking SystemTM(CMBSTM)* ........................................36

Blind Spot Information System (BSI)*............................................................37

Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)*.................................................................38

My Acura........................................................................................................40

Safety Reminder ............................................................................................41

Fuel Requirement ..........................................................................................41

Audio* .........................................................................................30

*if equipped

I N S T R U M E N T P A N E L I N D I C A T O R S

Briefly appear with each engine start. Red and amber indicators are most critical. Blue and green indicators are used for general information.

M a l f u n c t i o n I n d i c a t o r s

If an indicator remains on, there may be a problem; see your dealer

Charging system

Low brake fluid, Brake system

Low oil pressure

SRS

(Supplemental Restraint System)

ABS (Anti-lock Brake System)

Active Damper System*

Blind Spot Information System*

SH-AWD

(Super Handling-All Wheel Drive)

Malfunction indicator lamp

(check engine light)

VSA

(Vehicle Stability Assist)

TPMS (blinks)

(Tire Pressure Monitoring System)

CMBS*

(Collision Mitigation Braking System)

ACC*

(Adaptive Cruise Control)

C o n d i t i o n I n d i c a t o r s

Action is needed by driver

Parking brake on:

Release

Message indicator:

See MID

Seat belt reminder:

Fasten seat belt(s)

Door/tailgate open:

Close door or tailgate

A/T Temperature:

Pull over and let engine idle

O n / O f f I n d i c a t o r s

PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF (above audio panel)

SIDE AIRBAG OFF

VSA OFF

CRUISE MAIN* on

Adaptive Cruise Control* on

CRUISE CONTROL on

Low fuel:

Refill

Low tire pressure (stays on):

Add air

Fog lights on

Immobilizer (flashes): improperly coded key; use correct key

Headlights on

Turn signals/hazards on

High beams on

*if equipped

M U L T I - I N F O R M A T I O N D I S P L A Y ( M I D )

Consists of several displays that provide you with useful information.

A c c e s s i n g t h e M I D M a i n D i s p l a y s

When you start the engine, the MID shows the last active display from the previous drive cycle.

Odometer,

Trip meter

Bluetooth

HandsFreeLink

(shown on base model only)*

L o w e r D i s p l a y s

Trip A,

Odometer

Trip computer SH-AWD torque

Keyless Memory

Settings

distribution monitor

Tire pressure

monitor

* if phone is paired

Trip B,

Odometer

To toggle between the different displays, press either Info button (▲/▼) for the main displays and press SEL/RESET for the lower displays.

SEL/RESET button

INFO button

Oil life,

Odometer

Outside temperature,

Odometer

T r i p C o m p u t e r T i r e P r e s s u r e M o n i t o r i n g S y s t e m

Alerts you when one or more of your tires have significantly low pressure. Toggle to the tire pressure monitor display to view pressure readings on the MID.

H o w I t W o r k s

While on the Trip Computer display, press SEL/RESET to access trip information and to toggle through the various screens. Press either INFO (▲/▼) button to return to the Trip Computer main display.

Trip computer Average fuel economy A,

Average speed,

Elapsed time

SEL/RESET button

INFO button

Range

Average fuel economy B,

Range

If the tire pressure drops significantly below recommended levels:

• The low tire pressure indicator comes on.

• A "CHECK TIRE PRESSURE" message appears on the MID.

• The tire(s) icon showing low pressure blinks.

W h a t t o D o

Inflate the tire(s) to the recommended pressures listed on the label on the driver’s doorjamb.

C u s t o m i z i n g S e t t i n g s U s i n g t h e M I D

Six groups of settings can be programmed using the MID*: Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Setup (if equipped), Meter Setup, Position Setup, Lighting Setup, Door/Window Setup, and Wiper Setup.

M o d i f y i n g t h e A u t o D o o r U n l o c k S e t t i n g

As the default setting, only the driver's door unlocks when you shift to Park. Follow the steps below to set all doors to unlock when you shift to Park:

Press the Info button to toggle to the “Keyless Memory Settings” display, then press SEL/RESET to activate the menu.

SEL/RESET button

Info button

1. Select “CHG SETTING.”

4. Select “SHIFT TO P.”

K E Y L E S S M E M O R Y S E T T I N G S

When linked, each remote (labeled 1 or 2 on the back) activates its own set of programmable audio, climate, driving position memory, and customized settings (MID).

R e m o t e V e r i f i c a t i o n

1. Verify that you are using the correct remote by inserting the key in the ignition switch and turning to ON (II).

2. Check the MID:

• If you have the correct remote, the driver ID that first appears on

the MID will match the ID number on the back of your remote.

Go to step 3.

• If the numbers do not match, follow these simple instructions:

- Remove the key from the ignition switch.

2. Select “DOOR/WINDOW

SETUP.”

3. Select “AUTO DOOR

UNLOCK.”

* See Customized Settings in your Owner’s Manual for other programmable settings.

5. Select “ALL DOORS.”

6. Once the setting has been

saved, select “EXIT.”

- Press the unlock button on your remote.

- Insertthe key into the ignition switch, turnit to ON (II), and checkthe MID. The driver ID that first appears on the MID should now match the number on the back of your remote.

3. Once you have the correct remote, you can begin to program your Keyless Memory Settings.

C u s t o m i z i n g S e t t i n g s

Some examples on how to program vehicle settings.

S t o r i n g A u d i o a n d C l i m a t e C o n t r o l S e t t i n g s

1. Turn the ignition switch to

ON(II).

3. Set your preferred climate

control settings (fan speed, temperature, etc.).

R E A R V I E W C A M E R A

For added convenience, the area behind your vehicle is displayed to help you navigate while backing up.

H o w I t W o r k s

When you shift into Reverse (R), a real-time image of the area behind your vehicle, along with helpful parking guide lines, shows in the monitor. It turns off when you shift out of Reverse.

A d j u s t i n g t h e V i e w M o d e ( B a s e M o d e l )

Base Model

Tech/Advance

2. Store your desired stations on the preset buttons and adjust your preferred audio sound levels (BASS, TREBLE, etc.).

4. Once you turn the car off, your preferred settings are saved and activated by the corresponding remote (1 or 2).

D r i v i n g P o s i t i o n M e m o r y S y s t e m ( D P M S )

1. Turn the ignition switch to

ON (II). Shift into Park (P).

2. Adjust your preferred seat,

steering wheel, and outside mirror settings.

3. Press MEMO. You will hear a beep.

4. Press the memory button corresponding to the remote (1 or 2) you are using. You will hear two beeps.

T u r n i n g t h e G u i d e L i n e s O n o r O f f

Press and hold the power button for about 3 seconds.

T u r n i n g t h e R e a r v i e w M o n i t o r O n o r O f f

Press and release the power button.

A d j u s t i n g t h e V i e w M o d e ( T e c h / A d v a n c e )

T u r n i n g t h e G u i d e L i n e s O n o r O f f

Press and hold CANCEL for about 3 seconds.

S w i t c h i n g V i e w s

There are 3 rearview modes. Press ENTER to toggle between views. Rotate the Interface Dial to adjust the screen brightness.

Wide

Note: A stored memory position is linked to the corresponding keyless remote

(1 or 2). Each item begins to adjust when you unlock the driver’s door with the remote and enter the vehicle.

* See Customized Settings in your Owner’s Manual for other programmable settings.

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Press and hold the button on the remote and the HomeLink button at the same time. Then, while continuing to hold the HomeLink button, press and release the button on the remote every 2 seconds.

Does the LED blink at a faster rate within 20 seconds?

Press and hold the HomeLink button again.

Training

complete

YESNO

HomeLink indicator flashes for 2 seconds, then remains on.

HomeLink LED remains on.

YESNO

Position the remote transmitter you wish to link 1–3 inches from the HomeLink button you want to program.

Press and hold the desired

HomeLink button and the button on the remote transmitter.

Does the HomeLink indicator (LED) blink at a faster rate after about 10 seconds?

The remote has a rolling code. Press the “learn” button on the remote-controlled device (e.g., garage door opener).

Press the programmed HomeLink button again; the remote-controlled device should operate.

Within 30 seconds, press and hold the programmed HomeLink button for 2 seconds.

Press and hold the programmed

HomeLink button for about a second.

Does the device (garage door opener) work?

R E V E R S E T I L T D O O R M I R R O R S

When you shift into Reverse (R), you can tilt either door mirror down slightly to improve your view as you parallel park. Shifting out of Reverse returns the tilted mirror to its original position.

H O M E L I N K ®

The HomeLink Universal Transceiver built into your vehicle can be programmed to operate up to three remote-controlled devices around your home, such as garage doors, lighting, or home security systems.

H o w I t W o r k s

• To tilt the driver’s

door mirror, move the mirror selector switch to the left (L) position.

• To tilt the passenger’s

door mirror, move the mirror selector switch to the right (R) position.

• To turn the feature

off, move the switch to the middle position.

T r a i n i n g a B u t t o n

If you have any problems programming HomeLink, see the owner’s manual included with the device you are trying to program, call HomeLink at (800) 355-3515, or visit www.homelink.com.

V O I C E R E C O G N I T I O N

To keep your eyes on the road and hands on the wheel, use voice commands for hands-free calling, navigation, audio, climate control, and AcuraLink functions. For a full list of commands, say “Information” and “Voice Help.”

F u n c t i o n s b y V o i c e C o m m a n d

Control five different systems with the steering wheel buttons and the ceiling microphone.

N A V I G A T I O N *

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B L U E T O O T H

A C U R A L I N K *

® H A N D S F R E E L I N K ®

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A UD I O *

C L I M A T E *

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p. 25

Advance Package shown

* Voice commands for these systems are available on Tech/Advance Package only.

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U s i n g t h e V o i c e C o m m a n d S y s t e m

V o i c e C o m m a n d T i p s

B a s e M o d e l

HFL Talk button: Give HFL commands and answer incoming calls.

HFL Back button: Cancel a command and end or decline a call.

T e c h / A d v a n c e P a c k a g e

• To hear a list of available commands at any time, press and release the

Talk button, then say “Help.” When using the Talk button, wait for a beep, then give a command.

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• When the Talk button is pressed, all available voice commands are highlighted in blue.

• Speak in a clear, natural voice.

• Reduce all background noise.

• Adjust the dashboard and side vents away from the microphone in the ceiling.

• Close the windows.

C o m m o n l y U s e d V o i c e C o m m a n d s

Here are some examples of commonly used voice commands. Try some of these to familiarize yourself with the voice command system.

Press and release the Talk button before you give a command.

L o o k f o r R e s t a u r a n t s N e a r Y o u r L o c a t i o n

Say a command like “Display restaurants” to see restaurant icons

appear on the map.

M a k e A u d i o S e l e c t i o n s

Say a command like “Radio 97.1 FM” or “CD play track 5” to select

that station or song.

Pick-Up button: Answer an incoming call, or go directly to the Cellular Phone screen.

Hang-Up button: End a call or decline a call.

Talk button: Give HFL, navigation, audio, climate control, or AcuraLink commands.

Back button: Cancel a command and return to the previous screen.

A d j u s t V e h i c l e ’ s C l i m a t e S e t t i n g

Say a command like “Air conditioner on” and “Fan speed 4”

to achieve a comfortable climate setting.

G e t E s t i m a t e d D i s t a n c e t o D e s t i n a t i o n

After a destination is entered, say “How far to the destination?” to hear the remaining distance.

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C o m m o n l y U s e d V o i c e C o m m a n d s ( c o n t i n u e d )

Press and release the Talk button before you give a command. Press and release the Talk button before you give a command.

G e n e r a l C o m m a n d s (Accepted on most screens to change displays)

• Display map

• Display menu

• Information

• Display audio screen

• What time is it?

F i n d P l a c e C o m m a n d s (Accepted on Map screen)

• Find nearest:

- ATM

- gas station

- Mexican restaurant

- post office

- bank

- Acura dealer

- airport

- hospital

D i s p l a y C o m m a n d s (Accepted on Map screen)

• Display (or hide):

- ATM

- gas station

- restaurant

- post office

• Display north up/ heading up

• Zoom in/out

• Go home

• Display current location

N a v i g a t i o n C o m m a n d s (Accepted on Map screen after a destination is entered)

A u d i o C o m m a n d s (Accepted on most screens)

• Radio on

• Radio # FM/AM

• Radio preset 1/2/3/4/5/6

• XM channel #

• XM 1/2 preset 1/2/3/4/5/6

C l i m a t e C o n t r o l Co m m a n d s (Accepted on most screens)

• Air conditioner on/off

• Rear defrost on/off

• Climate control recirculate/fresh air

S e t u p C o m m a n d s (Accepted on Setup screen)

• Brightness up/down

• Volume up/down/ min/max/off

T r a f f i c C o m m a n d s * (Accepted on Map screen)

• CD play

• CD play track #

• CD skip forward/back

• iPod/USB/HDD play

• Fan speed up/down

• Temperature # degrees (# = 57–87)

• Temperature max hot/cold

• Interface dial feedback on/off

• How long/far to the destination?

• Display destination map

• Display entire route

H e l p C o m m a n d s (Accepted on most screens)

• Help (list of available commands for current screen)

• Voice command help (from the INFO screen - list of all available navigation, audio, and climate control commands)

• Display traffic

• Display traffic speeds

W e a t h e r C o m m a n d s * (Accepted on map screen)

• Display weather

icons

• Display traffic icons

• Display traffic incidents/list

• Display weather warning icons

*subscription required

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N A V I G A T I O N ( T e c h / A d v a n c e P a c k a g e )

Real-time navigation system uses GPS and a map database to show your current location and help guide you to a desired destination.

E nt e r i ng a D es t in at i on A d d r es s U s in g V o ic e C o mm a n d s

Set a destination using a street address. For other destination options, see your Navigation Manual.

Press and release the Talk button before you give a command.

1. Say “Display menu.”

Say “Address.”

2. Say “Street,” then say the

street name on the next screen. Do not include the direction (N, S, E, W) or type (St., Ave., Blvd., etc.).

4. Say the entire street address

number. For example, “1-2-3-

4.” If necessary, say “OK” to proceed.

5. If the street address is in more than one city, a list of city names appears. Say the number next to the city you want.

U si n g t h e F i n d N ea r e s t C o mm a n d

Find a nearby point of interest, such as a gas station, movie theater, restaurant, etc.

Press and release the Talk button before you give a command.

1. From the map screen, say

“Find nearest ATM.”

2. A list of the nearest ATMs in your area is displayed by shortest distance to destination.

3. Say the number next to the

destination you want.

4. The system calculates and displays the route.

3. A list of street names appears.

Say the number next to the street you want.

6. The system displays the “Calculate route to” screen. Say “OK” to set the route.

M ap S cr e en L eg e nd

Calculated Route

Direction of destination

Distance to go

Current vehicle location

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A C U R A L I N K R E A L - T I M E T R A F F I C

Provides continuously updated info, including traffic speed, incidents, and construction in major metro areas.

T M

A C U R A L I N K R E A L - T I M E W E A T H E R

Provides continuously updated weather conditions, warnings, and forecasts in major metro areas.

T M

Press and release the Talk button before you give a command.

D i s p l a y i n g T r a f f i c I n f o r m a t i o n

Say “Display traffic” to view traffic flow and incident icons.

Traffic Flow data

Incident icon

Heavy traffic

Moderate traffic

Free-flow traffic

NOTE: Traffic flow and incident icons can only be displayed on map scales of 5 miles (8 km) or less.

Incident Icons

Incident

Congestion

Construction

Road closed

Weather

T r a f f i c R e r o u t i n g

When a destination is set, you can create a detour to avoid traffic incidents or congestion (if Traffic Rerouting is set to ON in Setup).

1. Say “Display traffic incidents”

to view a list of incidents on your route.

3. Say “Avoid,” and the incident

list returns.

Press and release the Talk button before you give a command.

D i s p l a y i n g W e a t h e r I c o n s

Say “Display weather” to view weather icons for each city.

Weather Icons

Clear

Partly Cloudy

Cloudy

NOTE: Weather icons are available on all map scales.

Fog

Rain

Snow

D i s p l a y i n g W e a t h e r I n f o r m a t i o n

Say “Information,” then “Weather information” for the following options:

W e a t h e r F o r e c a s t

Say “Weather forecast” to view a 1-day or 3-day forecast of your current position or city vicinity.

R a d a r I m a g e M a p

Say “Radarmap” to view color- coded rain or snow systems.

2. Say the number of the incident

you want to avoid. When the incident appears, say “Traffic detail.”

* Subscription-based servicethrough SiriusXM Radio®(free90-day trialupon vehiclepurchase)

4. Say “Reroute” to set the new

route.

W e a t h e r W a r n i n g L i s t

Say “Warning listsorted by distance”

to view a list of all U.S. weather warnings by distance.

* Subscription-based servicethrough SiriusXM Radio®(free90-day trialupon vehiclepurchase)

W e a t h e r W a r n i n g M a p

Say “Warning map”to view color- coded severe weather systems.

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A C U R A L I N K® M E S S A G E S ( T e c h / A d v a n c e P a c k a g e )

Acura periodically sends you messages on vehicle features, recall and safety information, maintenance reminders, and diagnostic information. Visit www.acura.com/handsfreelink to check if your phone is compatible.

V i e w i n g N e w M e s s a g e s

Press and release the Talk button before you give a command.

B LU E TO O TH

Place and receive phone calls through your vehicle’s audio system. Visit www.acura.com/handsfreelink to check if your phone is compatible.

H A N D S F R E E L I N K ®

( B a s e M o d e l )

U s i n g H F L

1. When you receive a new message, an envelope icon appears on the map screen.

2. Say “Messages,” and a list of messages appears.

3. Say the number of the

message you want to hear.

S c h e d u l i n g a D e a l e r A p p o i n t m e n t

To use this feature, register at My Acura (www.myacura.com), and make sure your compatible phone is paired (see page 27) and set up for data connection.

1. Using the Interface Dial,

open a maintenance or product update message.

3. The system searches for the next available appointment at your registered dealer. Select “Confirm Appointment” if you are satisfied with the date.

HFL Talk button: Give HFL commands and answer incoming calls.

HFL Back button: Cancel a command and end or decline a call.

P a i r i n g Y o u r P h o n e

Press and release the HFL Talk button before you give a command.

1. Enable “Discovery” or

“Search” mode on your compatible phone

2. Say “Phone setup,” then

say “Pair.”

4. Search for HandsFreeLink

from your phone, and enter the code when prompted. Connect to HFL.

2. Select “Schedule

Dealer Appt.”

NOTE:If youare notsatisfiedwith theavailabledate, usethe Call optionto callyour dealer directly.

4. Select “OK” to set the appointment.

3. HFL gives you a four-digit code that also appears on the MID.

5. HFL asks you to name the

phone. For example, say “Mary's phone.” The phone is now paired.

M a k i n g a C a l l

1234567890

IN USE

CALLING

INCOMING

CALL

1234567890

Press and release the HFL Talk button before you give a command.

B LU E TO O TH

Place and receive phone calls through your vehicle's navigation and audio systems. Visit www.acura.com/handsfreelink to check if your phone is compatible.

HAND S F REEL I N K®

( Tech/Advance Package)

U s i n g H F L

1. Say “Call” and the phone number.

2. Say “Call” or “Dial” to begin the call.

R e c e i v i n g a C a l l

1. A notification is heard, and “INCOMING CALL” and the phone number appear on the MID.

3. The call is connected and heard through the speakers.

3. Press the HFL Back button to decline or end the call.

Pick-Up button: Answer an incoming call, or go directly to the Cellular Phone screen.

Hang-Up button: End a call or decline a call.

Talk button: Give HFL commands. Back button: Cancel a command

and return to the previous screen.

P a i r i n g Y o u r P h o n e

Press and release the Talk button before you give a command.

1. Press the Pick-Up button to

access the Cellular Phone screen, and say “Phone setup.”

2. Say “Setup Bluetooth phone.”

4. HFL gives you a 4-digit passkey and begins to search for your phone.

5. Put your phone in discovery mode, and search for HandsFreeLink.

2. Press the HFL Talk button to

accept the call.

3. Say “Pair phone.”

6. When your phone prompts you, input the 4-digit passkey and connect to HFL.

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M a k i n g a C a l l

D i a l i n g a N u m b e r

Press and release the Talk button before you give a command.

1. Press the Pick-Up button to

access the Cellular Phone screen.

2. Say “Dial.”

3. Say the entire phone

number.

4. Say “Dial”to begin the call.

U s i n g t h e I m p o r t e d P h o n e b o o k *

Press and release the Talk button before you give a command.

1. Press the Pick-Up button to

access the Cellular Phone screen.

HFL imports your phonebook if it is not already imported.

U s i n g S p e e d D i a l a n d V o i c e T a g s

Press and release the Talk button before you give a command.

1. Press the Pick-Up button to

access the Cellular Phone screen.

2. Say the number next to one of

the first four entries. For example, “One.” For the complete list of speed dial entries, say “More

speed dial.”

Note: See your Owner’s Manual for instructions on storing speed dial entries and accompanying voice tags.

If a speed dial has a stored voice tag, say “Call” and the voice tag name. For example, “Call Mary.”

3. The call is connected and heard through the speakers.

R e c e i v i n g a C a l l

1. When you receive an incoming call, you hear a notification and see one of the following pop-up messages:

2. Say “Phonebook.”

* Visit www.acura.com/handsfreelink to check if this feature is available on your phone.

4. Once the phonebook

imports, say the number of the entry you want to call.

On the Cellular

Phone screen

2. Press the Pick-Up button to

accept the call.

On the navigation

map screen

3. Press the Hang-Up button

On the audio screen

to end or decline the call.

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B LU E TO O TH

Play audio files from your compatible phone through your vehicle’s audio system. Visit www.acura.com/handsfreelink to check if this feature is available on your phone.

A U D I O

( T e c h / A d v a n c e P a c k a g e )

i P o d ® o r U S B F l a s h D r i v e

Play audio files from your compatible iPod or USB flash drive through your vehicle’s audio system. See your Owner’s Manual for a list of compatible devices.

(Te ch /A dvan c e Pa ck ag e)

P l a y i n g Bluetooth A u d i o F i l e s

1. Make sure your phone is on and paired

to HandsFreeLink (see page 27).

2. Press USB/AUX until “Bluetooth Audio”

appears.

3. From your phone, open the desired

audio player or app and begin playing. Sound is redirected to the audio system.

4. Press () or () on the audio control panel or (+) or (-) on the steering wheel to change tracks.

C o n n e c t i n g a n d P l a y i n g A u d i o F i l e s

1. Open the center console, and pull out the USB adapter cable.

2. Connect the USB connector to your iPod dock connector or flash drive.

iPod is a registered trademark of Apple Computer, Inc., registered in the U.S. andother countries.iPod not included.

3. Press USB/AUX to begin playing.

4. Press the SKIP buttons to change

tracks.

N o t e F u n c t i o n ( T e c h / A d v a n c e P a c k a g e )

Store up to 30 ten-second recordings of songs and song information from XM®Radio (with an active subscription).

R e c o r d i n g S o n g S a m p l e s

Notes:

• Make sure the volume on your phone is properly adjusted.

• You may need to enable additional Bluetooth settings on your phone for playback.

• The play/pause function and remote audio controls are not supported on all phones.

1. To record a song sample, press and hold XM for about 2 seconds.

2. To replay stored information, push

the interface dial down.

3. Rotate the selector knob to select “NOTE,” then press ENTER.

4. Turn the selector knob to select a sound file, then press ENTER. The selected recording plays.

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HAR D D ISC D RIVE (HDD ) A U DIO (T ec h /A dva nc e P ac k ag e)

Automatically record CDs onto your vehicle’s hard drive (by system default). Songs begin to record once a CD is inserted into the disc slot.

S O N G B Y V O I C E

Play songs from your iPod and HDD from most navigation/audio screens by using simple voice commands.

T M

( S B V ) (T ec h /A dva nce P ac k ag e)

P l a y i n g H D D A u d i o F i l e s

1. Press AUDIO.

2. Press HDD.

S e a r c h i n g f o r M u s i c

1. Push the interface dial up to

select MUSIC SEARCH.

3. The first song of the last

recorded album plays. Press () or () or (+) or (-) to skip through songs.

3. Select a track and press ENTER

to begin playing.

P l a y i n g A u d i o F i l e s U s i n g V o i c e C o m m a n d s

Press and release the Talk button before you give a command.

U s i n g t h e “ P l a y ” C o m m a n d

Say "iPod search" or "HDD search."

Say "Play" and one of the options on the Search Mode screen. For example, say

"Play Artist XYZ."

if exact

match found

The system provides voice feedback and lists possible matches.

Say the number of the corresponding selection you wish to play. For example,

say "Four."

if exact

match

not found

2. Select one of the categories.

The system plays the selection and returns to the Search Mode screen.

P la y i n g A u di o F i le s U s in g V o ic e C o mm a nd s ( c on t i n ue d )

REAR E N T ERTA I N MENT S Y S TEM (RES ) ( if e qu ip p ed )

Rear passengers can enjoy a different entertainment source than the front seat occupants. If listening to the same media source, both the driver and the rear passenger have the ability to control functions for that source.

Press and release the Talk button before you give a command.

U s i n g t h e “ L i s t ” C o m m a n d

Say "iPod search"

or "HDD search."

Say "List" and one of the options on the Search Mode screen. For example, say

"List Artist XYZ."

A list of tracks from the selected artist displays.

Say the number of your selection. For example,

say "One."

The system plays the selection and returns to the Search Mode screen.

if exact

match

found

The system provides voice feedback and lists possible matches.

Say the number of the artist. For example,

say "Four."

if exact

match

not found

O p e r a t i n g t h e R E S f r o m t h e F r o n t S e a t

1. Press REAR PWR; the DVD

monitor automatically opens. Rear passengers hear audio through the wireless headphones.

2. Press REAR CTRL OFF to

disable rear audio controls.

3. Press REAR SOURCE to

temporarily hear what is playing in the rear.

4. Select a media source for the rear passengers. Press FRONT SOURCE to return to the front audio controls.

O p e r a t i n g t h e R E S f r o m t h e R e a r S e a t

1. From the front audio panel,

make sure REAR PWR is on and rear control is not disabled.

2. From the rear control panel,

press DVD/AUX, DISC/HDD, XM, or FM/AM to make a selection.

3. Press the ()( buttons to navigate the menu on the display. Press ENT to select a function.

4. The rear control panel can be detached and used as a remote control. Press the RELEASE button to remove it from the ceiling.

)()()



COLLISION MITIGATION BRAKING SYSTEMTM(CMBSTM) (A dv an ce)

Lane ChangePassing and Passed ConflictMerging

OFF

Alerts you to the possibility of a front-end collision and helps reduce the severity of the collision if you are unable to avoid it.

3 S t a g e s o f C M B S *

Stage 1

Senses a quickly approaching object and prompts you to take preventive action by flashing a “BRAKE” warning on the MID.

* Depending on the circumstances, CMBS may not go through all of the alert stages before initiating the last stage.

Stage 2

Provides further warning by lightly retracting the seatbelt and applying light brake force. A beep sounds and “BRAKE” continues to flash on the MID.

= Brake Force = Brake Force

Stage 3

Applies stronger seatbelt retraction and brake force to prepare the driver and front passenger for impact.

BLI ND S PO T INF OR MA T IO N S YS TE M ( BS I ) (A d va nc e)

Assists you in determining if there are vehicles in your blind spots.

H o w I t W o r k s

A radar sensor on each corner of the rear bumper alerts you to a detected vehicle in your left or right blind spots.

Minimum operating speed: 6-7 mph

When a vehicle is detected in your blind spot, the blind spot indicator turns on and stays lit until the area is clear.

When your turn signal is on and a vehicle is detected, the blind spot indicator blinks until the area is clear or the turn signal is off.

T u r n i n g C M B S O f f / O n

CMBS can be turned off or on by pressing and holding the CMBS OFF button on the dashboard.

CMBS Off

You hear a beep, a message appears on the MID, and the CMBS indicator turns on.

CMBS On

You hear a beep and the CMBS indicator turns off.

CMBS OFF

CMBS

Left BSI indicator shown

T u r n i n g B S I O f f / O n

Pressthe BSI OFF button on the dashboard to turn BSI off or on.

A message briefly appears on the MID screen showing the system status.

ADAP T I VE C RUIS E C ONTR O L ( A C C) ( Ad va nce )

Sets a time or space interval between your vehicle and the vehicle ahead of you. When the vehicle ahead changes speed, ACC senses the change and adapts to maintain a set range.

T u r n i n g A C C O n

C h a n g i n g V e h i c l e D i s t a n c e

Control the distance between your vehicle and the vehicle in front of you.

1. Press MAIN. 2. ACC appears on

the MID and the ACC indicator comes on.

Sw it ch i ng B et wee n A C C a nd S ta n da rd C ru is e C on tr ol

1. Press and hold

the Distance button for about one second.

U s i n g A C C

1. Press MAIN to

activate.

C a n c e l i n g A C C

There are three ways to cancel:

• Press MAIN.

2. The selected mode appears on the MID.

ACC automatically adjusts the following distance based on the range selected and your vehicle speed.

Long range

Middle range

Short range

Press the Distance button to shuffle through three ranges.

The selected range and set speed are shown on the MID.

Range MID Screen

2. Accelerate to the

desired speed (above 25 mph).

3. Press and release

SET/DECEL, then release the accelerator pedal.

4. To increase

speed: Press and hold RES/ACCEL.

To decrease speed: Press and

hold SET/DECEL.

*Do not use ACCin heavyorstop-and-gotrafficconditions.

• Press CANCEL.

• Tap the brake

pedal.

Long

Middle

Short

If there is no vehicle ahead of you within the ACC range, a dotted-line vehicle icon appears on the MID.

Note: The ACC radar sensor in the front grille can detect and monitor the distance of a vehicle up to approximately 100 yards ahead.

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R E G I S T E R A T

My Acura allows you to explore features and technologies specific to your vehicle, schedule service appointments, obtain and update maintenance and service records, manage your financial services account, and access other useful information. Register at www.myacura.com to ensure that you continue to enjoy the experience of owning an Acura.

W W W . M Y A C U R A . C O M

S A F E T Y R E M I N D E R

Your vehicle is equipped with airbags. Airbags do not replace your seat belts; they add to the protection offered by seat belts. Airbags can help protect you in some types of collisions, but they do not provide protection in all collisions.

Always make sure you and your passengers wear seat belts, and that young children are properly secured in a child seat or booster in the rear seat. Never place an infant seat in the front passenger’s seat as the force of a deploying airbag can seriously injure an infant.

F U E L R E Q U I R E M E N T

• Only use unleaded gasoline of 91 octane or higher.

• Some gasoline in North America contains MMT, a manganese-based fuel additive. Prolonged and consistent use of gasoline containing MMT can deteriorate your vehicle’s performance, fuel economy, and the emission control system. Always use MMT-free gasoline if available. Failures caused by use of gasoline containing MMT may not be covered under warranty.

• “TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline” meets a new gasoline standard jointly established by leading automotive manufacturers to meet the needs of today’s advanced engines. In most cases, qualifying gasoline retailers will identify their gasoline as having met “TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline” standards at the retail location. This fuel is guaranteed to contain the proper level of detergent additives and be free of metallic additives. This helps avoid build-up of deposits in your engine and emission control system. Because the level of detergency and harmful metallic additives (such as MMT) in gasoline vary in the market, Acura endorses the use of “TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline” where available to help maintain the performance and reliability of your vehicle. For more

information, visit www.toptiergas.com.

• For further important information on fuel and lubricants for your car and information on gasoline that does not contain MMT, contact your

dealer or visit My Acura at www.myacura.com.

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