Acura MDX 2015 User Manual

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.

NOTICE

Use this Owner's Manual for: 2WD model VIN range - 008000 or higher AWD model VIN range - 019274 or higher

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.

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:

• How various systems in your vehicle were operating;

• Whether or not the driver and passenger safety belts were

buckled/fastened;

• How far (if at all) the driver was depressing the accelerator and/or brake pedal; and,

• 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.

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.

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/

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.

A Few Words About Safety

3DANGER

3WARNING

3CAUTION

You will find this important safety information in a variety of forms, including:

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 judgment.

● Safety Labels - on the vehicle.

● Safety Messages - preceded by a safety alert symbol

one of three signal words: DANGER, WARNING, or CAUTION. 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 Precautions.

● Safety Section - such as Safe Driving.

● Instructions - how to use this vehicle correctly and safely.

This entire book is filled with important safety information - please read it carefully.

and

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 your vehicle. 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.

This owner’s manual is for vehicles sold in the United States and Canada.

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.

2 Safe Driving P. 25

For Safe Driving P. 26 Seat Belts P. 31 Airbags P. 39

2 Instrument Panel P. 69

Indicators P. 70 Gauges and Multi-Information Display (MID) P. 97

2 Controls P. 113

Clock P. 114 Locking and Unlocking the Doors P. 115 Opening and Closing the Moonroof P. 140 Adjusting the Seats P. 161

2 Features P. 199

Audio System P. 200 Audio System Basic Operation P. 205 Customized Features P. 249 HomeLink® Universal Transceiver P. 267

2 Driving P. 305

Before Driving P. 306 Towing a Trailer P. 311 Parking Your Vehicle P. 381

Multi-View Rear Camera* P. 386

2 Maintenance P. 391

Before Performing Maintenance P. 392 Maintenance MinderTM P. 395 Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades P. 417 Climate Control System Maintenance P. 435 Cleaning P. 436

2 Handling the Unexpected P. 441

Tools P. 442 If a Tire Goes Flat P. 443 Overheating P. 468 Indicator, Coming On/Blinking P. 470 When You Cannot Open the Tailgate P. 482

2 Information P. 483

Specifications P. 484 Identification Numbers P. 486 Emissions Testing P. 489 Warranty Coverages P. 491

Contents

Child Safety P. 54 Exhaust Gas Hazard P. 66 Safety Labels P. 67

Opening and Closing the Tailgate P. 128 Security System P. 135 Opening and Closing the Windows P. 138 Operating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel P. 141 Adjusting the Mirrors P. 158 Interior Lights/Interior Convenience Items P. 172 Climate Control System P. 185

Audio Error Messages P. 240 General Information on the Audio System P. 245 Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink® P. 269 Compass

Off-Highway Driving Guidelines P. 322 When Driving P. 324 Braking P. 371 Refueling P. 387 Fuel Economy P. 389 Accessories and Modifications P. 390

Maintenance Under the Hood P. 399 Replacing Light Bulbs P. 411 Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 421 Battery P. 430 Remote Transmitter Care P. 431

Engine Does Not Start P. 462 Jump Starting P. 465 Shift Lever Does Not Move P. 467 Fuses P. 474 Emergency Towing P. 480

P. 302

When You Cannot Unlock the Fuel Fill Door P. 481

Quick Reference Guide

Safe Driving

Instrument Panel

Controls

Features

Driving

Maintenance

Handling the Unexpected

Information

P. 4

P. 25

P. 69

P. 113

P. 199

P. 305

P. 391

P. 441

P. 483

Devices that Emit Radio Waves P. 487 Reporting Safety Defects P. 488 Authorized Manuals P. 493 Client Service Information P. 494

Index

P. 495

Quick Reference Guide

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Steering Wheel Adjustments

(P157)

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ENGINE START/STOP Button

(P141)

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Navigation System*

() See the Navigation System Manual

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Audio/Information Screen

(P212)

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Hazard Warning Button

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On Demand Multi-Use DisplayTM

(P206)

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Audio System

(P200)

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System Indicators

(P70)

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Gauges

(P97)

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Multi-Information Display (MID)

(P98)

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Climate Control System

(P185)

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Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror Button

(P154)

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(Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA®)

System OFF) Button

(P363)

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Lane Departure Warning (LDW) Button

(P355)

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Parking Sensor System Button*

(P383)

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Collision Mitigation Braking SystemTM (CMBS

) OFF Button*

(P379)

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Headlight Washer Button*

(P152)

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Heated Windshield Button*

(P154)

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(Surround View Camera) Button*

() See the Navigation System Manual

Canadian models

Visual Index

Quick Reference Guide

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Wipers/Washers

(P149)

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Audio Remote Controls

(P204)

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Headlights/Turn Signals

(P144, 145)

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Paddle Shifter (Shift down)

(P334)

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Paddle Shifter (Shift up)

(P334)

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Horn (Press an area around .)

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Voice Control Buttons

(P269)

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Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink® System Voice Control Buttons

(P269)

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Brightness Control

(P153)

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Cruise Control Buttons*

(P336)

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Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed Follow (LSF) Buttons

(P339)

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TRIP Button

(P99)

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Distance Button*

(P345)

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Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) Button*

(P358)

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Multi-function Steering-wheel Controls

(P98)

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Heated Steering Wheel Button*

(P181)

* Not available on all models

Visual Index

Quick Reference Guide

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Power Window Switches

(P138)

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Hood Release Handle

(P400)

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Driver’s Side Interior Fuse Box

(P476)

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Driver’s Knee Airbag

(P46)

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Door Mirror Controls

(P159)

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Power Door Lock Master Switch

(P126)

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Memory Buttons

(P156)

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SET Button

(P156)

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Passenger’s Front Airbag

(P42)

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Shift Lever Automatic Transmission

(P331)

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USB Port

(P201)

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Rearview Mirror

(P158)

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IDS Button

(P335)

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Driver’s Front Airbag

(P42)

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Parking Brake

(P371)

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Auxiliary Input Jack

(P202)

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Accessory Power Socket

(P178)

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Accessory Power Socket

(P178)

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Passenger’s Side Interior Fuse Box

(P477)

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Glove Box

(P174)

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Power Tailgate Button

(P132)

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Fuel Fill Door Release Button

(P388)

Quick Reference Guide

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Side Curtain Airbags

(P50)

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Coat Hook

(P180)

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Grab Handle

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Seat Belt with Detachable Anchor

(P36)

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Accessory Power Socket

(P179)

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Side Airbags

(P48)

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Map Lights

(P173)

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Seat Belts

(P34)

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Front Seat

(P161)

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Moonroof Switch

(P140)

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Sunglasses Holder

(P181)

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Sun Visors

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Vanity Mirrors

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Seat Belt to Secure a Child Seat

(P61)

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LATCH to Secure a Child Seat

(P59)

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Seat Belt (Installing a Child Seat)

(P61)

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Third Row Seat

(P170)

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Second Row Seat

(P162)

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HDMI Jack*

() See the Navigation System Manual

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AC Power Outlet*

(P179)

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Cargo Area Light

(P173)

* Not available on all models

Visual Index

Quick Reference Guide

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How to Refuel

(P388)

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High-Mount Brake Light

(P416)

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Opening/Closing the Tailgate

(P129)

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Back-Up Lights

(P415)

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Multi-View Rear Camera

(P386)

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Tailgate Outer Handle

(P129)

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Rear Side Marker Lights

(P414)

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Taillights

(P414)

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Brake Light and Rear Turn Signal Lights

(P413)

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Rear Wiper

(P151)

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Maintenance Under the Hood

(P399)

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Windshield Wipers

(P149, 417)

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Tires

(P421, 443)

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Door Lock/Unlock Control

(P117)

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Power Door Mirrors

(P159)

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Headlights

(P145, 411)

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Side Marker Lights

(P145, 412)

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Front Turn Signal/Parking Lights

(P144, 412)

Quick Reference Guide

Airbags

(P39)

● Your vehicle is fitted with airbags to help protect you and your passengers during a moderate-to-severe collision.

Child Safety

(P54)

● All children 12 and younger should be seated in the rear seat.

● Smaller children should be properly restrained in a forward-facing child seat.

● Infants must be properly restrained in a rear-facing child seat.

Exhaust Gas Hazard

(P66)

● Your vehicle emits dangerous exhaust gases that contain carbon monoxide. Do not run the engine in confined spaces where carbon monoxide gas can accumulate.

Before Driving Checklist

(P30)

● Before driving, check that the front seats, head restraints, steering wheel, and mirrors have been properly adjusted.

Seat Belts

(P31)

● Fasten your seat belt and sit upright well back in the seat.

● Check that your passengers are wearing their seat belts correctly.

Fasten your lap belt as low as possible.

Safe Driving

(P25)

Quick Reference Guide

Instrument Panel

System Indicators

Malfunction Indicator Lamp

Low Oil Pressure Indicator

Charging System Indicator

Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) Indicator

Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA®) System Indicator

VSA® OFF Indicator

Speed-sensitive Electric Power Steering (EPS) System Indicator

Lights Indicators

Lights On Indicator

High Beam Indicator

Immobilizer System Indicator

Seat Belt Reminder Indicator

System Indicators

System Message Indicator

Parking Brake and Brake System Indicator (Red)

Supplemental Restraint System Indicator

Low Fuel Indicator

Gauges

(P97)

/Multi-Information Display (MID)

(P98)

/System Indicators

(P70)

Low Tire Pressure/ TPMS Indicator

Turn Signal and Hazard Warning Indicators

Keyless Access System Indicator

Temperature Gauge

Security System Alarm Indicator

Fuel Gauge

Tachometer

MID

Speedometer

Shift Lever Position Indicator

Gear Position Indicator

Brake System Indicator (Amber)

SH-AWD Indicator

Blind Spot Information (BSI) Indicator

System Indicators

Collision Mitigation Brake System

(CMBS

) Indicator

Forward Collision Warning (FCW) Indicator

Lane Departure Warning (LDW) Indicator

Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) Indicator

Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed Follow (LSF) Indicator

U.S.

Canada

U.S.

Canada

(P69)

Quick Reference Guide

Controls

Models with navigation system

Turn Signal Control Lever

Right

Left

Light Control Switches

Low Beam

High Beam

Flashing

* Not available on all models

(P113)

Clock

Enter the Clock Adjustment screen.

2 Adjusting the Clock (P114)

Rotate to change hour, then press

Rotate to change minute, then press .

The navigation system receives signals from GPS satellites, updating the clock automatically.

(P114)

ENGINE START/STOP Button

Press the button to change the vehicle’s power mode.

(P141)

Turn Signals

Lights

(P145)

(P144)

Quick Reference Guide

Wipers and Washers

Wiper/Washer Control Lever

Adjustment Ring

: Low Sensitivity

: Lower speed,

fewer sweeps

: High Sensitivity

: Higher speed,

more sweeps

MIST OFF AUTO

: Wiper speed varies

automatically

INT

: Low speed with intermittent

LO: Low speed wipe HI: High speed wipe

Pull toward you to spray washer fluid.

Models with automatic intermittent wipers

Tailgate Outer Handle

(P149)

Steering Wheel

● To adjust, push and hold the adjustment switch to move the steering wheel to the desired position.

Unlocking the Front Doors from the Inside

(P125)

● Pull either front door inner handle to unlock and open it at the same time.

(P157)

Tailgate

● Press the tailgate outer handle to unlock and open the tailgate when you carry the keyless access remote.

● Press the power tailgate button on the driver’s door or the remote transmitter to open and close the power tailgate.

(P129, 130)

*1:Models with automatic intermittent

wipers

*2:Models without automatic intermittent

wipers

AUTO should always be turned OFF before cleaning the windshield or driving through a car wash.

Quick Reference Guide

Selector Switch

Adjustment Switch

Folding Button

Power Window Lock Button

Window Switch

Indicator

* Not available on all models

Power Door Mirrors

(P159)

● With the power mode in ON, move the

selector switch to L or R.

● Push the appropriate edge of the adjustment switch to adjust the mirror.

● Press the folding button out the door mirrors.

to fold in and

Power Windows

● With the power mode in ON, open and close the power windows.

● If the power window lock button is in the off position, each passenger’s window can be opened and closed with its own switch.

● If the power window lock button is in the on position (indicator is on), each passenger’s window switch is disabled.

(P138)

Quick Reference Guide

Climate Control System

Models with navigation system

Driver’s Side Temperature Control Switch

Air flows from floor and windshield defroster vents.

Air flows from floor vents.

Air flows from floor and dashboard vents.

Air flows from dashboard vents.

AUTO Button

Passenger’s Side Temperature Control Switch

(On/Off) Button

Driver’s Side Temperature Icon

Passenger’s Side Temperature Icon

On Demand Multi-Use Display

(Windshield Defroster) Button

A/C (Air Conditioning) and SYNC (Synchronized) Icon

Recirculation/ Fresh Air Mode Icon

Fan Control Icon

REAR (Rear Climate Control) Icon

Vent Mode Control Icon

Rear Temperature Control Buttons

/ (Fan Control) Button

AUTO Button

(On/Off)

Button

Mode Control Button

Air flows from the rear floor vents.

Air flow from the rear console vents and floor vents.

Air flows from the rear console vents.

● Press the AUTO button to activate the climate control system.

● Press the button to turn the system on or off.

● Press the button to defrost the windshield.

The climate control system is voice operable. See the Navigation System Manual for complete details.

(P185)

Rear Climate Control

● Press the AUTO button to activate the

rear climate control system.

● Press the button to turn the system on or off.

(P196)

Quick Reference Guide

Features

Audio/Information Screen

Interface Dial/ENTER Button

(Power) Button

CD Slot

(CD Eject) Button

SETTINGS Button

VOL (Volume) Knob

BACK Button

MENU Button

AUDIO Button

INFO Button

On Demand Multi-Use Display

PHONE Button

(Tune Down) Icon

(Skip/Seek) Icon

Audio Source

(Skip/Seek) Icon

Presets

(Tune Up) Icon

Button

Shortcuts

(P199)

Audio system

() See the Navigation System Manual

(P200)

Image shown is for models without navigation system. For navigation system operation

*1:Icons that appear on the screen vary by the source selected.

Quick Reference Guide

Audio Remote Controls

Left Selector Wheel

SOURCE Button

(P204)

● SOURCE Button

Press and release to change the audio mode: FM/AM/CD/SiriusXM®/USB/iPod/ Bluetooth® Audio/Pandora®/Aha

● Left Selector Wheel Roll to adjust the volume up/down. Radio:Shift to a side to change the preset

station. Shift to a side and hold to select the next or previous strong station.

CD/USB device:

Shift to a side to skip to the beginning of the next song or return to the beginning of the current song. Shift to a side and hold to change a folder.

/AUX.

Quick Reference Guide

Release Button

Shift Lever

Depress the brake pedal and press the release button to move out of

Move the shift lever without pressing the release button.

Press the release button to move the shift lever.

● Shifting

Park

Turn off or start the engine. Transmission is locked.

Reverse

Used when reversing.

Neutral

Transmission is not locked.

Drive

Normal driving. D-paddle shift mode can be used.

S Position

Sequential shift mode can be used.

Paddle Shifters

(P333)

M Indicator

Shift Down

Paddle Shifter

Shift Up (+ Paddle Shifter

● Paddle shifters allow you to shift gears much like a manual transmission (1st through 6th). This is useful for engine braking.

● D-paddle shift mode: The transmission will shift back to automatic mode once the system detects that the vehicle is cruising.

● Sequential shift mode: Holds the selected gear, and the M indicator comes on.

● The selected gear position is shown in the instrument panel.

Selected Gear Number

Automatic Transmission

(P330)

● Shift to

and depress the brake pedal when

starting the engine.

Shift Lever Position Indicator

Driving

(P305)

Quick Reference Guide

VSA® OFF Button

● The vehicle stability assist (VSA®) system helps stabilize the vehicle during cornering, and helps maintain traction while accelerating on loose or slippery road surfaces.

● VSA® comes on automatically every time you start the engine.

● To turn VSA® on or off, press and hold the button until you hear a beep.

Cruise Control

● Cruise control allows you to maintain a set speed without keeping your foot on the accelerator pedal.

● To use cruise control, press the CRUISE button, then press the RES/+/SET/– button once you have achieved the desired speed (above 25 mph or 40 km/h).

(P336)

Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)

● The TPMS monitors tire pressure.

● The TPMS is turned on automatically

every time you start the engine.

(P367)

(P363)

Refueling

Fuel recommendation: Unleaded premium gasoline with a pump octane

Fuel tank capacity: 19.5 US gal (74.0 ℓ)

Press the fuel fill door release button.

Turn the fuel fill cap slowly to remove the cap.

Place the cap in the holder on the fuel fill door.

After refueling, screw the cap back on until it clicks at least once.

(P387)

number 91 or higher recommended

Quick Reference Guide

Maintenance

Under the Hood

(P399)

● Check engine oil, engine coolant, and windshield washer fluid. Add when necessary.

● Check brake fluid.

● Check the battery condition monthly.

Pull the hood release handle under the corner of the dashboard.

Locate the hood latch lever, pull the lever up, and lift up the hood.

When finished, close the hood and make sure it is firmly locked in place.

Lights

(P411)

● Inspect all lights regularly.

Wiper Blades

(P417)

● Replace blades if they leave streaks across the windshield.

Tires

(P421)

● Inspect tires and wheels regularly.

● Check tire pressures regularly.

● Install snow tires for winter

driving.

(P391 )

Quick Reference Guide

Handling the Unexpected

Vehicles with tire repair kit

Vehicles with compact spare tire

(P441)

Flat Tire

● Park in a safe location and repair the flat tire using the tire repair kit.

● Park in a safe location and replace the flat tire with the compact spare tire located under the cargo area.

(P443)

Indicators Come On

● Identify the indicator and consult the owner’s manual.

(P470)

Engine Won’t Start

● If the battery is dead, jump start using a booster battery.

Blown Fuse

● Check for a blown fuse if an electrical device does not operate.

(P479)

(P462)

Overheating

● Park in a safe location. If you do not see steam under the hood, open the hood, and let the engine cool down.

Emergency Towing

● Call a professional towing service if you need to tow your vehicle.

(P468)

(P480)

Quick Reference Guide

What to Do If

The power mode does not change from VEHICLE OFF (LOCK) to ACCESSORY. Why?

The power mode does not change from ON to VEHICLE OFF (LOCK). Why?

Why does the brake pedal pulsate slightly when applying the brakes?

●

The steering wheel may be locked.

●

Move the steering wheel left and right after pressing the ENGINE START/STOP button.

The shift lever should be moved to (P.

This can occur when the ABS activates, and does not indicate a problem. Apply firm, steady pressure on the brake pedal. Never pump the brake pedal.

Quick Reference Guide

The rear door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle. Why?

Check if the childproof lock is in the lock position. If so, open the rear door with the outside door handle. To cancel this function, push the lever to the unlock position.

Why do the doors lock after I unlocked the doors using a remote transmitter?

Why does the beeper sound when I open the driver’s door?

Why does the beeper sound when I start driving?

If you do not open the doors within 30 seconds, the doors are relocked automatically for security.

The beeper sounds when:

●

The exterior lights are left on.

●

The power mode is in ACCESSORY.

The beeper sounds when:

●

Driver and/or front passenger are not wearing their seat belts.

●

The parking brake lever is not fully released.

Quick Reference Guide

Why does the beeper sound when I turn the engine off?

The beeper sounds when you turn off the engine with the driver’s door open.

Why do I hear a screeching sound when I apply the brake pedal?

Unleaded gasoline with a Pump Octane Number (PON) of 91 or higher is recommended. Is it possible to use unleaded gasoline with a Pump Octane Number (PON) of 87 or higher on this vehicle?

The brake pads may need to be replaced. Have your vehicle inspected by a dealer.

Unleaded gasoline with a Pump Octane Number (PON) of 91 or higher is recommended. Use of lower octane gasoline can cause occasional metallic knocking noise in the engine and will result in decreased engine performance. Use of gasoline with a pump octane less than 87 can lead to engine damage.

Safe Driving

You can find many safety recommendations throughout this chapter, and throughout this manual.

For Safe Driving

Important Safety Precautions.............. 26

Important Handling Information......... 28

Your Vehicle’s Safety Features............ 29

Seat Belts

About Your Seat Belts ........................ 31

Fastening a Seat Belt.......................... 34

Seat Belt Inspection............................ 38

Airbags

Airbag System Components............... 39

Types of Airbags ................................ 42

Front Airbags (SRS) ............................ 42

Driver’s Knee Airbag .......................... 46

Side Airbags....................................... 48

Side Curtain Airbags .......................... 50

Airbag System Indicators.................... 51

Airbag Care ....................................... 53

Child Safety

Protecting Child Passengers ............... 54

Safety of Infants and Small Children .. 56

Safety of Larger Children ................... 64

Exhaust Gas Hazard

Carbon Monoxide Gas....................... 66

Safety Labels

Label Locations .................................. 67

Safe Driving

For Safe Driving

1Important Safety Precautions

Some states, provinces and territories prohibit the use of cell phones other than hands-free devices by the driver while driving.

The following pages explain your vehicle’s safety features and how to use them properly. The safety precautions below are ones that we consider to be among the most important.

Important Safety Precautions

■

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.

■

Restrain all children

Children ages 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 seat belt until they can use the belt properly without a booster seat.

■

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.

Safe Driving

■

Engaging in cell 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 some attention away from driving.

■

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.

■

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.

uuFor Safe DrivinguImportant Safety Precautions

Pay appropriate attention to the task of driving safely

Control your speed

Keep your vehicle in safe condition

uuFor Safe Driving uImportant Handling Information

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1Important Handling Information

For information on how to reduce the risk of rollover, read:

2 Driving Guidelines for Your Utility Vehicle

P. 329

2 Off-Highway Driving Guidelines P. 322

Failure to operate your vehicle correctly might result in a crash or a rollover.

Important Handling Information

Your vehicle 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 higher center gravity making it more susceptible to tripping 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.

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Your Vehicle’s Safety Features

1Your Vehicle’s Safety Features

Your vehicle is equipped with many features that work together to help 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 sufficient crash.

However, you and your passengers cannot take full advantage of these features unless you remain seated in the correct position and always wear your seat belts. In fact, some safety features can contribute to injuries if they are not used properly.

Safety Cage Crush Zones Seats and Seat-Backs Head Restraints Collapsible Steering Column Seat Belts Front Airbags

Side Curtain Airbags Door Locks

Side Airbags

Seat Belt Tensioners/Seat Belt e-pretensioners

Knee Airbag

* Not available on all models

uuFor Safe DrivinguYour Vehicle’s Safety Features

The following checklist will help you take an active role in protecting yourself and your passengers.

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uuFor Safe Driving uYour Vehicle’s Safety Features

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1Safety Checklist

If the door and/or tailgate open message appears on the multi-information display (MID), a door and/or the tailgate is not completely closed. Close all doors and the tailgate tightly until the message disappears.

Safety Checklist

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For the safety of you and your passengers, make a habit of checking these items each time before you drive.

• After everyone has entered the vehicle, be sure all doors and the tailgate are closed and locked. Locking the doors and the tailgate helps prevent an occupant from being ejected and an outsider from unexpectedly opening a door or the tailgate.

2 Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Inside P. 124

• Adjust your seat to a position suitable for driving. Be sure the front seats are adjusted as far to the rear as possible while allowing the driver to control the vehicle. Sitting too close to a front airbag can result in serious or fatal injury in a crash.

2 Adjusting the Seats P. 161

• Adjust head restraints to the proper position. Head restraints are most effective when the center of the head restraint aligns with the center of your head. Taller persons should adjust their head restraint to the highest position.

2 Adjusting the Head Restraints P. 164

• Always wear your seat belt, and make sure you wear it properly. Confirm that any passengers are properly belted as well.

2 Fastening a Seat Belt P. 34

• Protect children by using seat belts or child seats according to a child’s age, height and weight.

2 Child Safety P. 54

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Seat Belts

1About Your Seat Belts

Seat belts cannot completely protect you in every crash. But in most cases, seat belts can reduce your risk of serious injury.

Most states and all Canadian provinces and territories require you to wear seat belts.

The emergency locking retractor may lock if you lean forward too quickly. Slower movements will allow the belt to extend fully without locking.

WARNING

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.

About Your Seat Belts

Seat belts are the single most effective safety device because they keep you connected to the vehicle so that you can take advantage of many built-in safety features. They also help keep you from being thrown against the inside of the vehicle, against other passengers, or out of the vehicle. When worn properly, seat belts also keep your body properly positioned in a crash so that you can take full advantage of the additional protection provided by the airbags.

In addition, seat belts help protect you in almost every type of crash, including:

- frontal impacts

- side impacts

- rear impacts

- rollovers

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Lap/shoulder seat belts

All seven seating positions are equipped with lap/shoulder seat belts with emergency locking retractors. In normal driving the retractor lets you move freely while keeping some tension on the belt. During a collision or sudden stop the retractor locks to restrain your body. The front passenger’s, second row and third row seat belts also have a lockable retractor for use with child seats.

2 Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/Shoulder Seat Belt P. 61

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1About Your Seat Belts

If a rear seat passenger moves around and extends the seat belt, the lockable retractor may activate. If this happens, release the retractor by unfastening the seat belt and allow the belt to retract completely. Then refasten the belt.

1Seat Belt Reminder

The indicator will also come on if a front passenger does not fasten their seat belt within six seconds after the power mode is set to ON.

When no one is sitting in the front passenger’s seat, the indicator will not come on and the beeper will not sound. The indicator also may not come on and the beeper may not sound when the occupant is not heavy enough to trigger the weight sensor. Such occupants (e.g., infants and smaller children) should be moved to the rear seat as a deploying front airbag likely will injure or kill them.

2 Protecting Child Passengers P. 54

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Proper use of seat belts

Follow these guidelines for proper use:

• All occupants should sit upright, well back in the seat, and remain in that position for the duration of the trip. Slouching and leaning reduce the effectiveness of the belt and can increase the chance of serious injury in a crash.

• Never place the shoulder part of a lap/shoulder seat belt under your arm or behind your back. This could cause very serious injuries in a crash.

• Two people should never use the same seat belt. If they do, they could be very seriously injured in a crash.

• Do not put any accessories on the seat belts. Devices intended to improve comfort or reposition the shoulder part of a seat belt can reduce the protective capability and increase the chance of serious injury in a crash.

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Your vehicle monitors front seat belt use. If the power mode is set to ON before the driver’s seat belt is fastened, the beeper will sound and the indicator will blink. If the driver does not fasten the belt before the beeper stops, the indicator will remain on.

The beeper will also periodically sound and the indicator will blink while driving until the driver’s and front passenger’s seat belts are fastened.

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1Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners

The seat belt tensioners can only operate once. If a tensioner is activated, the SRS indicator will come on. Have a dealer replace the tensioner and thoroughly inspect the seat belt system as it may not offer protection in a subsequent crash.

During a moderate-to-severe side impact, the tensioner on that side of the vehicle also activates.

1Seat Belt e-pretensioners

If only the e-pretensioners were activated, no components need to be replaced.

The e-pretensioners may not work if:

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A warning message for e-pretensioners appears on multi-information display.

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Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA®) System Indicator is on.

* Not available on all models

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Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners

The front seats are equipped with automatic seat belt tensioners to enhance safety.

The tensioners automatically tighten the front seat belts during a moderate-to-severe frontal collision, sometimes even if the collision is not severe enough to inflate the front airbags or the driver’s knee airbag.

Seat Belt e-pretensioners

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Are the motor-powered pretensioners that start to retract the front seat belts when the

CMBS

, brake assist system, or VSA® system is in operation. They may also activate when you steer the vehicle hard, or the vehicle is impacted. After retracted, the seat belts are slackened to their original positions. As convenient features, the e-pretensioners slightly retract the seat belts when you latch the seat belt buckle, depress the brake pedal more aggressively than you normally do, or make a sharp turn, and fully retract when you release the seat belt buckle.

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1Fastening a Seat Belt

No one should sit in a seat with an inoperative seat belt or one that does not appear to be working correctly. Using a seat belt that is not working properly may not protect the occupant in a crash. Have a dealer check the belt as soon as possible.

Never insert any foreign objects into the buckle or retractor mechanism.

Pull out slowly.

Correct Seated Posture.

Latch Plate

Buckle

Models with CMBS

* Not available on all models

Fastening a Seat Belt

After adjusting a front seat to the proper position, and while sitting upright and well back in the seat:

2 Adjusting the Seats P. 161

1. Pull the seat belt out slowly.

2. Insert the latch plate into the buckle, then

tug on the belt to make sure the buckle is secure.

u Make sure that the belt is not twisted or

caught on anything.

When you or the front passenger insert the latch plate into the buckle, the front seat belt retracts automatically.

2 Seat Belt e-pretensioners* P. 33

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1Fastening a Seat Belt

To release the belt, push the red PRESS button then guide the belt by hand until it has retracted completely. When exiting the vehicle, be sure the belt is out of the way and will not get caught by closing the door.

WARNING

Improperly positioning the seat belts can cause serious injury or death in a crash.

Make sure all seat belts are properly positioned before driving.

Lap belt as low as possible

1Adjusting the Shoulder Anchor

The shoulder anchor height can be adjusted to four levels. If the belt contacts your neck, lower the height one level at a time.

After an adjustment, make sure that the shoulder anchor position is secure.

Push

Adjusting the Shoulder Anchor

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The front seats have adjustable shoulder anchors to accommodate taller and shorter occupants.

3. 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.

4. 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.

1. Move the anchor up and down while

holding the release button.

2. Position the anchor so that the belt rests

across the center of your chest and over your shoulder.

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1Seat Belt with Detachable Anchor

To unlatch the detachable anchor, insert the latch plate into the slot on the side of the anchor buckle.

WARNING

Using the seat belt with the detachable anchor unlatched increases the chance of serious injury or death in a crash.

Before using the seat belt, make sure the detachable anchor is correctly latched.

Small Latch Plate

Latch Plate

Small Latch Plate

Latch Plate

Small Latch Plate

Anchor Buckle

Latch Plate

Buckle

Seat Belt with Detachable Anchor

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1. Pull out the seat belt’s small latch plate and

the latch plate from each holding slot in the ceiling.

2. Line up the triangle marks on the small

latch plate and anchor buckle. Make sure the seat belt is not twisted. Attach the belt to the anchor buckle.

3. Insert the latch plate into the buckle.

Properly fasten the seat belt the same way you fasten the lap/shoulder seat belt.

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Advice for Pregnant Women

1Advice for Pregnant Women

Each time you have a checkup, ask your doctor if it is okay for you to drive.

To reduce the risk of injuries to both you and your unborn child that can be caused by an inflating front airbag:

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When driving, sit upright and adjust the seat as far back as possible while allowing full control of the vehicle.

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When sitting in the front passenger’s seat, adjust the seat as far back as possible.

Wear the shoulder belt across the chest avoiding the abdomen.

Wear the lap part of the belt as low as possible across the hips.

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If you are pregnant, the best way to protect yourself and your unborn child when driving or riding in a vehicle is to always wear a seat belt and keep the lap part of the belt as low as possible across the hips.

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1Seat Belt Inspection

WARNING

Not checking or maintaining seat belts can result in serious injury or death if the seat belts do not work properly when needed.

Check your seat belts regularly and have any problem corrected as soon as possible.

Seat Belt Inspection

Regularly check the condition of your seat belts as follows:

• Pull each belt out fully, and look for frays, cuts, burns, and wear.

• Check that the latches work smoothly and the belts retract easily.

u If a belt does not retract easily, cleaning the belt may correct the problem. Only

use a mild soap and warm water. Do not use bleach or cleaning solvents. Make sure the belt is completely dry before allowing it to retract.

Any belt that is not in good condition or working properly will not provide proper protection and should be replaced as soon as possible. A belt that has been worn during a crash may not provide the same level of protection in a subsequent crash. Have your seat belts inspected by a dealer after any collision.

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Airbags

Airbag System Components

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Models with CMBS

The front, driver’s knee, front side, and side curtain airbags are deployed according to the direction and severity of impact. Both side curtain airbags are deployed in a rollover. The airbag system includes:

Two SRS (Supplemental Restraint System) front airbags. The driver’s airbag is stored in the center of the steering wheel; the front passenger’s airbag is stored in the dashboard. Both are marked SRS AIRBAG.

Driver’s knee airbag. The knee airbag is stored under the steering column. It is marked SRS AIRBAG.

Two side airbags, one for the driver and one for a front passenger. The airbags are stored in the outer edges of the seatbacks. Both are marked SIDE AIRBAG.

Two side curtain airbags, one for each side of the vehicle. The airbags are stored in the ceiling, above the side windows. The front and rear pillars are marked SIDE CURTAIN AIRBAG.

An electronic control unit that continually monitors and can record information about the sensors, the airbag activators, the seat belt tensioners, and driver and front passenger seat belt use when the power mode is in ON.

Automatic front seat belt tensioners. The driver’s and front passenger’s seat belts incorporate sensors that detect whether or not they are fastened.

The front seat belt tensioners also include the e-pretensioners.

A driver’s seat position sensor. If the seat is too far forward, the airbag will inflate with less force.

Weight sensors in the front passenger’s seat. The front passenger’s airbag will be turned off if the weight on the seat is 65 lbs (29 kg) or less (the weight of an infant or small child).

Impact sensors that can detect a moderate-to-severe front or side impact.

An indicator on the dashboard that alerts you that the front passenger’s front airbag has been turned off.

An indicator on the instrument panel that alerts you to a possible problem with your airbag system or seat belt tensioners.

Safing Sensor

A rollover sensor that detects whether the vehicle is about to roll over.

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Important Facts About Your Airbags

1Important Facts About Your Airbags

Do not attempt to deactivate your airbags. Together, airbags and seat belts provide the best protection.

When driving, keep hands and arms out of the deployment path of the front airbag by holding each side of the steering wheel. Do not cross an arm over the airbag cover.

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Airbags can pose serious hazards. To do their job, airbags must inflate with tremendous force. So, while airbags help save lives, they can cause burns, bruises, and other minor injuries, sometimes even fatal ones if occupants are not wearing their seat belts properly and sitting correctly.

What you should do: 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.

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.

Do not place hard or sharp objects between yourself and a front airbag. Carrying hard or sharp objects on your lap, or driving with a pipe or other sharp object in your mouth, can result in injuries if your front airbag inflates.

Do not attach or place objects on the front and driver’s knee airbag covers. Objects on the covers marked SRS AIRBAG could interfere with the proper operation of the airbags or be propelled inside the vehicle and hurt someone if the airbags inflate.

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1Types of Airbags

The airbags can inflate whenever the power mode is in ON.

After an airbag inflates in a crash, you may see a small amount of smoke. This is from the combustion process of the inflator material and is not harmful. People with respiratory problems may experience some temporary discomfort. If this occurs, get out of the vehicle as soon as it is safe to do so.

1Front Airbags (SRS)

Dual-Stage, Multiple-Threshold Front Airbags (SRS)

Your vehicle is equipped with dual-stage, multiplethreshold front airbags (SRS). During a frontal crash severe enough to cause one or both front airbags to deploy, the airbags can inflate at different rates, depending on the severity of the crash, whether or not the seat belts are latched, and/ or other factors. Frontal airbags are designed to supplement the seat belts to help reduce the likelihood of head and chest injuries in frontal crashes.

Types of Airbags

Your vehicle is equipped with four types of airbags:

• Front airbags: Airbags in front of the driver’s and front passenger’s seats.

• Driver’s knee airbag: Airbag under the steering column.

• Side airbags: Airbags in the driver’s and front passenger’s seat-backs.

• Side curtain airbags: Airbags above the side windows.

Each is discussed in the following pages.

Front Airbags (SRS)

The front SRS airbags inflate in a moderate-to-severe frontal collision to help protect the head and chest of the driver and/or front passenger.

SRS (Supplemental Restraint System) indicates that the airbags are designed to supplement seat belts, not replace them. Seat belts are the occupant’s primary restraint system.

Housing Locations

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The front airbags are housed in the center of the steering wheel for the driver, and in the dashboard for the front passenger. Both airbags are marked SRS AIRBAG.

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Operation

1How the Front Airbags Work

Although the driver’s and front passenger’s airbags normally inflate within a split second of each other, it is possible for only one airbag to deploy. This can happen if the severity of a collision is at the margin, or threshold that determines whether or not the airbags will deploy. In such cases, the seat belt will provide sufficient protection, and the supplemental protection offered by the airbag would be minimal.

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Front airbags are designed to inflate during moderate-to-severe frontal collisions. When the vehicle decelerates suddenly, the sensors send information to the control unit which signals one or both front airbags to inflate.

A frontal collision can be either head-on or angled between two vehicles, or when a vehicle crashes into a stationary object, such as a concrete wall.

How the Front Airbags Work

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The total time for inflation and deflation is so fast that most occupants are not aware that the airbags deployed until they see them lying in front of them.

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While your seat belt restrains your torso, the front airbag provides supplemental protection for your head and chest.

The front airbags deflate immediately so that they won’t interfere with the driver’s visibility or the ability to steer or operate other controls.

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When front airbags should not deploy

Minor frontal crashes: Front airbags were designed to supplement seat belts and

help save lives, not to prevent minor scrapes, or even broken bones that might occur during a less than moderate-to-severe frontal crash. Side impacts: Front airbags can provide protection when a sudden deceleration causes a driver or front passenger to move toward the front of the vehicle. Side airbags and side curtain airbags have been specifically designed to help reduce the severity of injuries that can occur during a moderate-to-severe side impact which can cause the driver or passenger to move toward the side of the vehicle. Rear impacts: Head restraints and seat belts are your best protection during a rear impact. Front airbags cannot provide any significant protection and are not designed to deploy in such collisions. Rollovers: Seat belts, and in vehicles equipped with a rollover sensor, side airbags, and side curtain airbags offer the best protection in a rollover. Because front airbags could provide little if any protection, they are not designed to deploy during a rollover.

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When front airbags deploy with little or no visible damage

Because the airbag system senses sudden deceleration, a strong impact to the vehicle framework or suspension might cause one or more of the airbags to deploy. Examples include running into a curb, the edge of a hole, or other low fixed object that causes a sudden deceleration in the vehicle chassis. Since the impact is underneath the vehicle, damage may not be readily apparent.

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When front airbags may not deploy, even though exterior damage appears severe

Since crushable body parts absorb crash energy during an impact, the amount of visible damage does not always indicate proper airbag operation. In fact, some collisions can result in severe damage but no airbag deployment because the airbags would not have been needed or would not have provided protection even if they had deployed.

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1Advanced Airbags

If there is a problem with the driver’s seat position sensor, the SRS indicator will come on and the airbag will inflate with full (normal) force, regardless of the driver’s seating position.

For both advanced front airbags to work properly:

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Do not spill any liquid on or under the seats.

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Do not put any object under the passenger’s seat.

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Make sure any objects are positioned properly on the floor. Improperly positioned objects can interfere with the advanced airbag sensors.

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All occupants should sit upright and wear their seat belts properly.

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Do not place any cover over the passenger side dashboard.

Make sure the floor mat behind the front passenger’s seat is hooked to the floor mat anchor. An improperly placed mat can interfere with the advanced airbag sensors.

2 Floor Mats P. 437

Driver’s Seat Position Sensor

Passenger’s Seat Weight Sensors

Your front airbags have advanced features to help reduce the likelihood of airbag related injuries to smaller occupants.

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Advanced Airbags

The driver’s advanced front airbag system includes a seat position sensor.

If the seat is too far forward, the airbag inflates with less force, regardless of the severity of the impact.

The passenger’s advanced front airbag system has weight sensors.

Although we recommend against carrying an infant or small child in front, if the sensors detect the weight of a child (up to about 65 lbs or 29 kg), the system will automatically turn off the passenger’s front airbag.

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1Driver’s Knee Airbag

Do not attach accessories on or near the driver’s knee airbag. They can interfere with the proper operation of the airbag, or hurt someone if an airbag inflates.

Housing Location

When inflated

Knee Airbag

Driver’s Knee Airbag

The driver’s knee SRS airbag inflates in a moderate-to-severe frontal collision to help keep the driver in the proper position and to help maximize the benefit provided by the vehicles other safety features.

SRS (Supplemental Restraint System) indicates that the airbag is designed to supplement seat belts, not replace them. Seat belts are the occupant’s primary restraint system.

Housing Locations

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Operation

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The driver’s knee airbag is housed under the steering column for the driver.

The airbag is marked SRS AIRBAG.

When the driver’s front airbag inflates, the driver’s knee airbag also inflates.

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When driver’s knee airbag deploys with little or no visible damage

When driver’s knee airbag may not deploy, even though exterior damage appears severe

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1Side Airbags

Do not attach accessories on or near the side airbags. They can interfere with the proper operation of the airbags, or hurt someone if an airbag inflates.

Do not cover or replace the front seat-back covers without consulting a dealer. Improperly replacing or covering front seat-back covers can prevent your side airbags from properly deploying during a side impact.

Housing Location

When inflated

Side Airbag

Side Airbags

The side airbags help protect the torso and pelvis of the driver or a front passenger during a moderate-to-severe side impact.

Housing Locations

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Operation

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The side airbags are housed in the outside edge of the driver’s and passenger’s seatbacks.

Both are marked SIDE AIRBAG.

When the sensors detect a moderate-tosevere side impact, the control unit signals the side airbag on the impact side to immediately inflate.

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Because the airbag system senses sudden acceleration, a strong impact to the side of the vehicle’s framework can cause a side airbag to deploy. In such cases, there may be little or no damage, but the side impact sensors detected a severe enough impact to deploy the airbag.

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It is possible for a side airbag to not deploy during an impact that results in apparently severe damage. This can occur when the point of impact was toward the far front or rear of the vehicle, or when the vehicle’s crushable body parts absorbed most of the crash energy. In either case, the side airbag would not have been needed nor provided protection even if it had deployed.

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When a side airbag deploys with little or no visible damage

When a side airbag may not deploy, even though visible damage appears severe

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1Side Curtain Airbags

If the SRS control unit senses that your vehicle is about to rollover, it immediately deploys both side curtain airbags and activates both front seat belt tensioners.

The airbag on the passenger’s side will deploy, even if there are no passengers on that side of the vehicle.

To get the best protection from the side curtain airbags, occupants should wear their seat belts properly and sit upright and well back in their seats.

Do not attach any objects to the side windows or roof pillars as they can interfere with the proper operation of the side curtain airbags.

Side Curtain Airbag Storage

Deployed Side Curtain Airbag

Side Curtain Airbags

Side curtain airbags help protect the heads of the driver and passengers in outer 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.

Housing Locations

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Operation

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The side curtain airbags are located in the ceiling above the side windows on both sides of the vehicle.

The side curtain airbag is designed to deploy in a rollover or a moderate-to-severe side impact.

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1Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) Indicator

WARNING

Ignoring the SRS indicator can result in serious injury or death if the airbag systems or tensioners do not work properly.

Have your vehicle checked by a dealer as soon as possible if the SRS indicator alerts you to a possible problem.

When side curtain airbags deploy in a frontal collision

One or both side curtain airbags may inflate in a moderate to severe angled frontal collision. In this case, the side curtain airbags will deploy slightly after the front airbags.

Airbag System Indicators

If a problem occurs in the airbag system, the SRS indicator will come on and a message appears on the MID.

Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) Indicator

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When the power mode is set to ON

The indicator comes on for a few seconds, then goes off. This tells you the system is working properly.

If the indicator comes on at any other time, or does not come on at all, have the system checked by a dealer as soon as possible. If you don’t, your airbags and seat belt tensioners may not work properly when they are needed.

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1Passenger Airbag Off Indicator

If the indicator comes on with no front passenger and no objects on the passenger’s seat, or with an adult riding there, something may be interfering with the weight sensors, such as:

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An object hanging on the seat or in the seat-back pocket.

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A child seat or other object pressing against the rear of the seat-back.

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A rear passenger pushing or pulling on the back of the front passenger’s seat.

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The front seat or seat-back is forced back against an object on the seat or floor behind it.

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An object placed under the front passenger’s seat.

If none of these conditions exist, have your vehicle checked by a dealer as soon as possible.

The passenger airbag off indicator may come on and goes off repeatedly if the total weight on the seat is near the airbag cutoff threshold.

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Passenger Airbag Off Indicator

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Infants and small children should always ride properly restrained in a back seat.

2 Child Safety P. 54

Objects placed on the seat can also cause the indicator to come on.

If the front passenger seat is empty, the passenger’s front airbag will not deploy and the indicator will not come on.

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When the passenger airbag off indicator comes on

The indicator comes on to alert you that the passenger’s front airbag has been turned off. This occurs when the front passenger’s weight sensors detect 65 lbs (29 kg) or less, the weight of an infant or small child, on the seat.

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Airbag Care

1Airbag Care

We recommend against the use of salvaged airbag system components, including the airbag, tensioners, sensors, and control unit.

You do not need to, and should not, perform any maintenance on or replace any airbag system components yourself. However, you should have your vehicle inspected by a dealer in the following situations:

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If an airbag has inflated, the control unit and other related parts must be replaced. Similarly, once an automatic seat belt tensioner has been activated, it must be replaced.

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Even if the airbags did not inflate, have your dealer inspect the following: the driver’s seat position sensor, weight sensors in the passenger’s seat, front seat belt tensioners, and each seat belt that was worn during the crash.

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This would likely disable the driver’s seat position sensor or the weight sensors in the passenger’s seat. If it is necessary to remove or modify a front seat to accommodate a person with disabilities, contact an Acura dealer. For U.S. vehicles, Acura Client Relations at 800-382-2238 and for Canadian vehicles, Acura Client Services at 1888-9-ACURA-9.

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When the airbags have deployed

When the vehicle has been in a moderate-to-severe collision

Do not remove or modify a front seat without consulting a dealer

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Child Safety

1Protecting Child Passengers

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and Transport Canada recommend that all children ages 12 and under be properly restrained in a rear seat. Some states or provinces/territories have laws restricting where children may ride.

WARNING

Children who are unrestrained or improperly restrained can be seriously injured or killed in a crash.

Any child too small for a seat belt should be properly restrained in a child seat. A larger child should be properly restrained with a seat belt, using a booster seat if necessary.

Protecting Child Passengers

Each year, many children are injured or killed in vehicle crashes because they are either unrestrained or not properly restrained. In fact, vehicle accidents are the number one cause of death of children ages 12 and under.

To reduce the number of child deaths and injuries, every state, Canadian province and territory requires that infants and children be properly restrained when they ride in a vehicle.

Children should sit properly restrained in a rear seat. This is because:

• An inflating front or side airbag can injure or kill a child sitting in the front seat.

• A child in the front seat is more likely to interfere with the driver’s ability to safely control the vehicle.

• Statistics show that children of all sizes and ages are safer when they are properly restrained in a rear seat.

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• Any child who is too small to wear a seat belt correctly must be restrained in an

1Protecting Child Passengers

To deactivate a lockable retractor, release the buckle and allow the seat belt to wind up all the way.

To remind you of the passenger’s front airbag hazards and child safety, your vehicle warning came with a label on the dashboard (U.S. models) and has labels on the front visors. Please read and follow the instructions on these labels.

2 Safety Labels P. 67

WARNING

Allowing a child to play with a seat belt or wrap one around their neck can result in serious injury or death.

Instruct children not to play with any seat belt and make sure any unused seat belt a child can reach is buckled, fully retracted, and locked.

approved child seat that is properly secured to the vehicle using either the lap belt portion of the lap/shoulder belt or the lower anchors of the LATCH system.

• Never hold a child on your lap because it is impossible to protect them in the event of a collision.

• Never put a seat belt over yourself and a child. During a crash, the belt would likely press deep into the child and cause serious or fatal injuries.

• Never let two children use the same seat belt. Both children could be very seriously injured in a crash.

• Do not allow children to operate the doors, windows or seat adjustments.

• Do not leave children in the vehicle unattended, especially in hot weather when

the inside of the vehicle can get hot enough to kill them. They could also activate vehicle controls causing it to move unexpectedly.

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1Protecting Infants

Rear-facing child seats should never be installed in a forward facing position.

Always refer to the child seat manufacturer’s instructions before installation.

WARNING

Placing a rear-facing child seat in the front seat can result in serious injury or death during a crash.

Always place a rear-facing child seat in the rear seat, not the front.

Safety of Infants and Small Children

Protecting Infants

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An infant must be properly restrained in a rear-facing, reclining child seat until the infant reaches the seat manufacturer’s weight or height limit for the seat, and the infant is at least one year old.

When properly installed, a rear-facing child seat may prevent the driver or a front passenger from moving their seat all the way back, or from locking their seat-back in the desired position.

It can also interfere with proper operation of the passenger’s advanced front airbag system.

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If this occurs, we recommend that you install the child seat directly behind the front passenger’s seat, move the seat as far forward as needed, and leave it unoccupied. Or, you may wish to get a smaller rear-facing child seat.

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Positioning a rear-facing child seat

Child seats must be placed and secured in a rear seating position.

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Protecting Smaller Children

1Protecting Smaller Children

Educate yourself about the laws and regulations regarding child seat use where you are driving, and follow the child seat manufacturer’s instructions.

Many experts recommend use of a rear-facing seat for a child up to two years old if the child’s height and weight are appropriate for a rear-facing seat.

WARNING

Placing a forward-facing child seat in the front seat can result in serious injury or death if the front airbag inflates.

If you must place a forward-facing child seat in front, move the vehicle seat as far back as possible, and properly restrain the child.

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If a child is at least one year old and within the weight range indicated by the child seat manufacturer, the child should be properly restrained in a firmly secured forward-facing child seat.

Placing a forward-facing child seat in the front seat can be hazardous, even with advanced front airbags that automatically turn the passenger’s front airbag off. A rear seat is the safest place for a child.

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Forward-facing child seat placement

We strongly recommend placing a forwardfacing child seat in a rear seating position.

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1Selecting a Child Seat

Installation of a LATCH-compatible child seat is simple.

LATCH-compatible child seats have been developed to simplify the installation process and reduce the likelihood of injuries caused by incorrect installation.

Selecting a Child Seat

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Most child seats are LATCH-compatible (Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren). Some have a rigid-type connector while others have a flexible-type connector. Both are equally easy to use. Some existing and previously owned child seats can only be installed using the seat belt. Whichever type you choose, follow the child seat manufacturer’s use and care instructions as well as the instructions in this manual. Proper installation is key to maximizing your child’s safety.

In seating positions and vehicles not equipped with LATCH, a LATCH-compatible child seat can be installed using the seat belt and a top tether for added security. This is because all child seats are required to be designed so that they can be secured with a lap belt or the lap part of a lap/shoulder belt. In addition, the child seat manufacturer may advise that a seat belt be used to attach a LATCH-compatible seat once a child reaches a specified weight. Please read the child seat owner’s manual for proper installation instructions.

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Important consideration when selecting a child seat

Make sure the child seat meets the following three requirements:

• The child seat is the correct type and size for the child.

• The child seat is the correct type for the seating position.

• The child seat is compliant with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 213 or

Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 213.

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Marks

Rigid Type

Lower Anchors

A LATCH-compatible child seat can be installed in the second row seats. A child seat is attached to the lower anchors with either the rigid or flexible type of connectors.

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Installing a LATCH-Compatible Child Seat

1. Locate the lower anchors under the marks.

2. Place the child seat on the vehicle seat then

attach the child seat to the lower anchors according to the instructions that came with the child seat.

u When installing the child seat, make sure

that the lower anchors are not obstructed by the seat belt or any other object.

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Flexible Type

Outer positions

1Installing a LATCH-Compatible Child Seat

For your child’s safety, when using a child seat installed using the LATCH system, make sure that the child seat is properly secured to the vehicle. A child seat that is not properly secured will not adequately protect a child in a crash and may cause injury to the child or other vehicle occupants.

Tether Strap Hook

Anchor

Center position

All positions

3. Put the outer head restraint to it’s upper-

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

3. Put the center head restraint to it’s lowest

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

4. Tighten the tether strap as instructed by the

child seat manufacturer.

5. Make sure the child seat is firmly secured by

rocking it forward and back and side to side; little movement should be felt.

6. Make sure any unused seat belt that a child

can reach is buckled, the lockable retractor is activated, and the belt is fully retracted and locked.

2 Protecting Child Passengers P. 54

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Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/Shoulder Seat Belt

1Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/Shoulder Seat Belt

A child seat that is not properly secured will not adequately protect a child in a crash and may cause injury to the child or other vehicle occupants.

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1. Place the child seat on the vehicle seat.

2. Route the seat belt through the child seat

according to the seat manufacturer’s instructions, and insert the latch plate into the buckle.

u Insert the latch plate fully until it clicks.

3. Slowly pull the shoulder part of the belt all

the way out until it stops. This activates the lockable retractor.

4. Let the seat belt completely wind up into

the retractor, then try to pull it out to make sure the retractor is locked.

u If you are able to pull the shoulder belt

out, the lockable retractor is not activated. Pull the seat belt all the way out, and repeat steps 3 – 4.

5. Grab the shoulder part of the seat belt near

the buckle, and pull up to remove any slack from the lap part of the belt.

u When doing this, place your weight on

the child seat and push it into the vehicle seat.

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1Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/Shoulder Seat Belt

To deactivate a lockable retractor, release the buckle and allow the seat belt to wind up all the way.

Tether Anchorage Points

Second row seat

1Adding Security with a Tether

Since a tether can provide additional security to the lap/shoulder seat belt installation, we recommend using a tether whenever one is available.

Tether Anchorage Points

Third row seat

Adding Security with a Tether

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6. Make sure the child seat is firmly secured by

rocking it forward and back and side to side; little movement should be felt.

7. Make sure any unused seat belt that a child

can reach is buckled, the lockable retractor is activated, and the belt is fully retracted and locked.

2 Protecting Child Passengers P. 54

A tether anchorage point is provided behind each second and third row seating position. A child seat that is installed with a seat belt and comes with a tether can use the tether for additional security.

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Anchor

Second row seat

Tether Strap Hook

Outer positions

Center position

All positions

Tether Strap Hook

Anchor

Third row seat

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Using a second row anchor

1. Put the outer head restraint to it’s upper-

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

1. Put the center head restraint to it’s lowest

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

2. Tighten the tether strap as instructed by the

child seat manufacturer.

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Using a third row anchor

1. Pull up the head restraint and push

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

2. Open the anchor cover.

3. Secure the tether strap hook onto the

anchor.

4. Tighten the tether strap as instructed by the

child seat manufacturer.

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uuChild Safetyu Safety of Larger Children

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1Safety of Larger Children

WARNING

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

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

Safety of Larger Children

Protecting Larger Children

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

Checking Seat Belt Fit

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

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

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Checklist

• Do the child’s knees bend comfortably over the edge of the seat?

• Does the shoulder belt cross between the child’s neck and arm?

• Is the lap part of the seat belt as low as possible, touching the child’s thighs?

• Will the child be able to stay seated like this for the whole trip?

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Booster Seats

1Booster Seats

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

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

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Protecting Larger Children-Final Checks

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Your vehicle has a rear seat where children can be properly restrained. If you ever have to carry a group of children, and a child must ride in front:

• Make sure you read and fully understand the instructions and safety information in this manual.

• Move the front passenger seat as far back as possible.

• Have the child sit upright and well back in the seat.

• Check that the seat belt is properly positioned so that the child is secure in the

seat.

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Monitoring child passengers

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

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

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Exhaust Gas Hazard

1Carbon Monoxide Gas

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

WARNING

Carbon monoxide gas is toxic. Breathing it can cause unconsciousness and even kill you.

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

Carbon Monoxide Gas

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

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Have the exhaust system inspected for leaks whenever

• The exhaust system is making an unusual noise.

• The exhaust system may have been damaged.

• The vehicle is raised for an oil change.

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

1. Select the fresh air mode.

2. Select the mode.

3. Set the fan speed to high.

4. Set the temperature control to a comfortable setting.

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

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Safety Labels

Sun Visor

U.S. models

Canadian models

Radiator Cap

U.S. models

U.S. models only

Dashboard

Canadian models

Doorjambs

U.S. models only

Sun Visor

Label Locations

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

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

Instrument Panel

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

Indicators ............................................ 70

Multi-Information Display (MID) Warning

and Information Messages ............... 84

Gauges and Multi-Information Display

(MID)

Gauges.............................................. 97

MID ................................................... 98

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Indicators

U.S.

Canada

(Red)

U.S.

Canada

(Amber)

U.S.

Canada

Indicator Name On/Blinking Explanation Message

Parking Brake and Brake System Indicator (Red)

Brake System Indicator (Amber)

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Comes on for a few seconds when you set the power mode to ON, then goes off if the parking brake has been released.

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

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Comes on when the brake fluid level is low.

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

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The beeper sounds and the indicator comes on if you drive with the parking brake not fully released.

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

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

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Comes on while driving - Make sure the parking brake is released. Check the brake fluid level.

2 What to do when the indicator comes

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on while driving P. 472

Comes on along with the ABS indicator

- Have your vehicle checked by a dealer.

2 If the Brake System Indicator (Red)

Comes On P. 472

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

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

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Indicator Name On/Blinking Explanation Message

Low Oil Pressure Indicator

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

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Comes on when the engine oil

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

2 If the Low Oil Pressure Indicator

Comes On P. 470

pressure is low.

Malfunction Indicator Lamp

Charging System Indicator

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

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

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

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

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Comes on when the battery is not charging.

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

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

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

2 If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp

Comes On or Blinks P. 471

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

2 If the Charging System Indicator

Comes On P. 470

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Indicator Name On/Blinking Explanation Message

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Shift Lever Position

Indicates the current shift lever position.

2 Shifting P. 331

Indicator

Transmission Indicator

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Blinks if the transmission system has a problem.

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Blinks while driving - Avoid sudden starts and acceleration and have your vehicle checked by a dealer immediately.

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M (sequential shift mode) Indicator/Gear Position Indicator

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Comes on when the manual sequential shift mode is applied.

2 Sequential Shift Mode P. 333

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Indicator Name On/Blinking Explanation Message

Seat Belt Reminder Indicator

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Comes on and the beeper sounds if you are not wearing a seat belt when you set the power mode to ON.

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If the front passenger is not wearing a seat belt, the indicator comes on about a few seconds later.

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Blinks while driving if either you or

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The beeper stops and the indicator goes off when you and the front passenger fasten their seat belts.

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Stays on after you or the front passenger has fastened the seat belt -

A detection error may have occurred in the sensor. Have your vehicle checked by a dealer.

2 Seat Belt Reminder P. 32

the front passenger has not fastened a seat belt. The beeper sounds and the indicator blinks at regular intervals.

Low Fuel Indicator

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Comes on when the fuel reserve is running low (approximately 2.5 U.S. gal./9.5 Liter left).

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Blinks if there is a problem with the fuel gauge.

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Comes on - Refuel your vehicle as soon as possible.

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Blinks - Have your vehicle checked by a dealer.

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Indicator Name On/Blinking Explanation Message

Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) Indicator

Supplemental Restraint System Indicator

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

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If it comes on at any other time, there is a problem with the ABS.

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

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Comes on if a problem with any of the following is detected:

- Supplemental restraint system

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Stays on constantly - Have your vehicle checked by a dealer. With this indicator on, your vehicle still has normal braking ability but no anti-lock function.

2 Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) P. 373

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Stays on constantly or does not come on at all - Have your vehicle checked by a

dealer.

- Side airbag system

- Side curtain airbag system

- Seat belt tensioner

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* Not available on all models

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Indicator Name On/Blinking Explanation Message

Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA®) System Indicator

VSA® OFF Indicator

●

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

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Blinks when VSA®, or trailer stability assist is active.

●

Comes on if there is a problem with the VSA®, hill start assist, trailer stability assist or brake lighting system.

●

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

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Comes on when you deactivate

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Stays on constantly - Have your vehicle checked by a dealer.

2 Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA®), aka

Electronic Stability Control (ESC), System P. 362

2 Trailer Stability Assist 2 Hill start assist system P. 328

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When Trailer Stability Assist Problem is

P. 319

displayed on the MID, the VSA® does not activate.

2 VSA® On and Off P. 363

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VSA®.

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Indicator Name On/Blinking Explanation Message

Speed-sensitive Electric Power Steering (EPS) System Indicator

Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator

Turn Signal Indicators

High Beam Indicator

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

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

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Comes on for a few seconds when you set the power mode to ON.

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Comes on if the tire pressure of any of the tires becomes significantly low.

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Blinks for about one minute, and then stays on if there is a problem with the TPMS, or when a compact

spare tire

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Blinks when you operate the turn

is temporarily installed.

signal lever.

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Blinks along with all turn signals if you press the hazard warning button.

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Comes on when the high beam headlights are on.

●

Stays on constantly or does not come on at all - Have your vehicle checked by a

dealer.

2 If the Speed-Sensitive Electric Power

Steering (EPS) System Indicator Comes On P. 472

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Comes on while driving - Stop in a safe place, check tire pressures, and inflate the tire(s) if necessary.

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Blinks and remains on - Have your vehicle checked by a dealer. If the vehicle is fitted with a compact spare, get your regular tire repaired or replaced and put back on your vehicle as soon as you can.

●

Does not blink or blinks rapidly - A turn signal light bulb has blown. Change the bulb immediately.

2 Front Turn Signal/Front Side Marker/

Parking Light Bulbs P. 412

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Indicator Name On/Blinking Explanation Message

Lights On Indicator

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Comes on whenever the light switch is on, or in AUTO when the exterior lights are on.

●

If you set the power mode to ACCESSORY or VEHICLE OFF (LOCK) while the lights are on, a chime sounds when the driver’s door

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is opened.

Immobilizer System Indicator

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Comes on briefly when you set the power mode to ON, then goes off.

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Comes on if the immobilizer system cannot recognize the key information.

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Blinks - You cannot start the engine. Set the power mode to VEHICLE OFF (LOCK), then select the ON mode again.

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Repeatedly blinks - The system may be malfunctioning. Have your vehicle checked by a dealer.

●

Do not attempt to alter this system or add

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other devices to it. Electrical problems can occur.

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Indicator Name On/Blinking Explanation Message

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Security System Alarm Indicator

Blinks when the security system alarm has been set.

2 Security System Alarm P. 135

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System Message Indicator

CRUISE MAIN Indicator

CRUISE CONTROL

Indicator

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

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Comes on along with a beep when a problem is detected. A system message on the MID appears at the same time.

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While the indicator is on, roll the multifunction steering wheel control to see the message again.

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Refer to the Indicators information in this chapter when a system message appears on the MID. Take the appropriate action for the message.

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The MID does not return to the normal

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screen unless the warning is canceled, or the multi-function steering-wheel controls is rolled.

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Comes on when you press the

CRUISE button.

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Comes on when you have set a speed for cruise control.

2 Cruise Control P. 336

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* Not available on all models

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Indicator Name On/Blinking Explanation Message

●

Comes on for a few seconds when

●

Have your vehicle checked by a dealer. you set the power mode to ON, then goes off.

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Keyless Access System Indicator

Comes on as soon as a problem is detected in the keyless access system or keyless starting system.

Super HandlingAll Wheel Drive AWD®) Indicator

(SH-

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

●

Comes on if there is a problem with the SH-AWD® system.

●

Blinks when the differential temperature is too high.

●

Stays on constantly - The engine drives

the front wheels only in this state. Have

your vehicle checked by a dealer.

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Blinks while driving - Stop in a safe

place, shift to (P , and idle the engine until

the indicator goes off. If the indicator does

not stop blinking, take your vehicle to a

dealer.

2 Super Handling-All Wheel DriveTM

(SH-AWD®)

P. 367

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Indicator Name On/Blinking Explanation Message

●

Comes on for a few seconds when you set the power mode to ON,

●

Stays on constantly without FCW off Have your vehicle checked by a dealer.

then goes off.

●

Comes on when you have customized FCW to turn off.

●

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

Forward Collision Warning (FCW) Indicator

●

Comes on when the FCW system shuts itself off.

●

Stays on - The temperature inside the FCW system is too high. The system activates when the temperature inside the

system cools down.

2 Automatic shutoff P. 352

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Stays on - The area around the camera is blocked by dirt, mud, etc. Stop your vehicle in a safe place, and wipe it off with a soft cloth.

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Have your vehicle checked by a dealer if the indicator and message come back on after you cleaned the area around the camera.

2 Automatic shutoff P. 352

Instrument Panel

Models without LKAS

* Not available on all models

uuIndicatorsu

Indicator Name On/Blinking Explanation Message

●

Comes on for a few seconds when you set the power mode to ON,

●

Stays on constantly - Have your vehicle

checked by a dealer. then goes off.

●

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

●

Comes on when the LDW system shuts itself off.

●

Stays on - The temperature inside the

LDW camera is too high.

Use the climate control system to cool

down the camera.

The system activates when the temperature

Lane Departure Warning (LDW) Indicator

inside the camera cools down.

2 LDW Camera P. 355

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Stays on - The area around the camera is

blocked by dirt, mud, etc. Stop your vehicle

in a safe place, and wipe it off with a soft

cloth.

●

Have your vehicle checked by a dealer if the

indicator and message come back on after

you cleaned the area around the camera.

2 LDW Camera P. 355

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Indicator Name On/Blinking Explanation Message

Adaptive Cruise Control (

ACC

) with Low Speed Follow (LSF) Indicator

(Amber)

Adaptive Cruise

ACC

Control (

) with Low Speed Follow (LSF) Indicator (Green)

Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) Indicator (Amber)

Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) Indicator

(Green)

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

●

Comes on if there is a problem with ACC with LSF.

●

Comes on when you press the MAIN button.

●

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

●

Comes on if there is a problem with the LKAS.

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Comes on when you press the MAIN button.

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

2 Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with

Low Speed Follow (LSF)

●

Stays on constantly - Have your vehicle

P. 339

checked by a dealer.

2 Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS)*

P. 357

—

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* Not available on all models

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Indicator Name On/Blinking Explanation Message

●

Comes on for a few seconds when you set the power mode to ON,

—

Blind Spot Information (BSI) Indicator

then goes off.

●

Stays on while BSI is turned off.

●

Comes on when mud, snow, or ice accumulates in the vicinity of sensor.

●

Comes on while driving - Remove the obstacle in the vicinity of sensor.

2 Blind Spot Information (BSI) System*

P. 365

Collision Mitigation Brake SystemTM (CMBS Indicator

●

Comes on if there is a problem with the system.

●

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

●

Comes on when you deactivate the

)

CMBSTM. A MID message appears for a few seconds.

●

Comes on if there is a problem with

●

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

●

Stays on constantly without the CMBSTM off - Have your vehicle checked

by a dealer.

2 Collision Mitigation Braking SystemTM

(CMBS

)* P. 375

the CMBSTM.

uuIndicatorsuMulti-Information Display (MID) Warning and Information Messages

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Multi-Information Display (MID) Warning and Information Messages

The following messages appear only on the MID. Roll the multi-function steering-wheel controls to see the message again with the system message indicator on.

Message Condition Explanation

●

Appears if any door or the tailgate is not completely closed.

●

Appears when the fuel fill cap is loose or is not installed.

●

Goes off when all doors and the tailgate are closed.

2 Tighten Fuel Cap Message P. 471

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Canadian models

uuIndicatorsuMulti-Information Display (MID) Warning and Information Messages

Message Condition Explanation

●

Appears when the washer fluid is low.

●

Appears while you are customizing the settings and the shift lever is moved out of (P .

●

Refill washer fluid.

2 Refilling Window Washer Fluid P. 410

2 Customized Features P. 104

●

Appears when the transmission fluid temperature is too high.

●

Appears when there is a problem with the sensor on the battery.

●

Appears along with the battery charging system indicator when the battery is not charging.

●

Stop in a safe place in (P . Let the engine idle until the message disappears.

●

Have your vehicle checked by a dealer.

2 Checking the Battery P. 430

●

Turn off the climate control system and rear defogger to reduce electricity consumption.

2 If the Charging System Indicator Comes On P. 470

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uuIndicatorsuMulti-Information Display (MID) Warning and Information Messages

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U.S.

Canada

Message Condition Explanation

●

Appears when the scheduled maintenance is due soon.

●

Consequently, Maintenance Due Now and Maintenance Past Due follow.

2 Maintenance Minder Messages on the Multi-

Information Display (MID) P. 396

●

Appears when the engine coolant temperature gets abnormally high.

●

Appears when there is a problem with the power tailgate system.

2 Overheating P. 468

●

Manually open or close the power tailgate.

●

Have your vehicle checked by a dealer.

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U.S.

Canada

uuIndicatorsuMulti-Information Display (MID) Warning and Information Messages

Message Condition Explanation

●

Appears if there is a problem with the starter system.

●

Hold the ENGINE START/STOP button up to 15 seconds to start the engine.

2 Starting the Engine P. 324

Have your vehicle checked by a dealer.

●

Appears when you set the power mode to ACCESSORY or ON.

2 Starting the Engine P. 324

●

Appears when the steering wheel is locked.

●

Move the steering wheel left and right while pressing the ENGINE START/STOP button.

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Message Condition Explanation

●

Appears if you press the ENGINE START/STOP button to turn the engine off without the shift lever in (P .

●

Press the ENGINE START/STOP button twice after moving the shift lever to (P .

●

Appears when the power mode is in ACCESSORY.

●

Appears after the driver’s door is opened when the power mode is in ACCESSORY.

●

Appears when you close the door with the power mode is in ON without the keyless access remote inside the vehicle.

●

Appears when the keyless access remote battery becomes weak.

●

Appears if the keyless access remote battery is too weak to start the engine or the key is not within operating range to start the engine. The beeper sounds six times.

—

●

Press the ENGINE START/STOP button twice with your foot off the brake pedal to change the power mode to VEHICLE OFF (LOCK).

●

Disappears when you bring the keyless access remote back inside the vehicle and close the door.

2 Keyless Access Remote Reminder P. 143

●

Replace the battery as soon as possible.

2 Replacing the Button Battery P. 431

●

Bring the keyless access remote in front of the ENGINE START/STOP button to be touched with.

2 If the Keyless Access Remote Battery is Weak P. 463

uuIndicatorsuMulti-Information Display (MID) Warning and Information Messages

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* Not available on all models

Message Condition Explanation

●

Appears when pressing the IDS button.

u Press again to change the next mode.

2 Integrated Dynamics System (IDS) P. 335

●

Appears if there is a problem with the radiator system.●Drive slowly to prevent overheating and have your

vehicle checked by a dealer as soon as possible.

●

Appears when there is a problem with the headlights.●Appears while driving - The low beam headlights

may not be on. When conditions allow you to drive safety, have your vehicle checked by a dealer as soon as possible.

●

Appears if there is a problem with the parking sensor system*.

●

Check if the area around the sensor(s) is covered with mud, ice, snow, etc. If the indicator(s) stays on or the beeper does not stop even after you clean the area, have the system checked by a dealer.

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uuIndicatorsuMulti-Information Display (MID) Warning and Information Messages

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* Not available on all models

Message Condition Explanation

●

Flashes when the system senses a likely collision with a vehicle in front of you.

●

Appears when your vehicle is too close to the traffic lane lines. The beeper sounds.

●

Take the appropriate means to prevent a collision (apply the brakes, change lanes, etc.)

2 Collision Mitigation Braking SystemTM (CMBSTM)*

P. 375

2 Forward Collision Warning (FCW)

P. 350

2 Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed

Follow (LSF)

●

Take appropriate action to keep your vehicle within the

P. 339

lane lines.

2 Lane Departure Warning (LDW)* P. 354

●

Appears if there is a problem with the e-pretensioner system*.

●

Have your vehicle checked by a dealer.

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Models with ACC with LSF

* Not available on all models

uuIndicatorsuMulti-Information Display (MID) Warning and Information Messages

Message Condition Explanation

●

Appears when ACC with LSF has been automatically canceled.

●

You can resume the set speed after the condition that caused ACC with LSF to cancel improves. Press the RES/ +/SET/– switch up.

●

Appears if anything covers the radar sensor cover and prevents the sensor from detecting a vehicle in front.

●

May appear when driving in bad weather (rain, snow, fog, etc.)

2 Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed

Follow (LSF)

●

When the radar sensor gets dirty, stop your vehicle in a safe place, and wipe off dirt using a soft cloth.

●

Have your vehicle checked by a dealer if the message does not disappear even after you clean the sensor

P. 339

cover.

●

Appears when the vehicle speed slows down to 25 mph (40 km/h) and the vehicle ahead of you goes out of the ACC with LSF range while ACC with LSF is in operation.

●

ACC with LSF has been automatically canceled.

2 Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed

Follow (LSF)

P. 339

●

Appears when pressing the RES/+/SET/– switch down while the vehicle speed is less than 25 mph (40 km/h) and the vehicle ahead of you goes out of the ACC with LSF range.

●

Appears when the distance between your vehicle and the vehicle ahead of you is too close while ACC with LSF is in operation.

●

ACC with LSF cannot be set.

2 Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed

Follow (LSF)

●

ACC with LSF has been automatically canceled.

P. 339

2 Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed

Follow (LSF)

P. 339

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* Not available on all models

Message Condition Explanation

●

Appears when pressing the RES/+/SET/– switch down while the distance between your vehicle and the vehicle ahead of you is too close.

●

ACC with LSF cannot be set.

2 Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed

Follow (LSF)

P. 339

●

Appears when pressing the RES/+/SET/– switch down while the driver’s seat belt is unfastened.

●

Appears when pressing the RES/+/SET/– switch down while the shift lever is in any position other than (D.

●

ACC with LSF cannot be set.

2 Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed

Follow (LSF)

●

ACC with LSF cannot be set.

P. 339

2 Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed

Follow (LSF)

P. 339

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* Not available on all models

uuIndicatorsuMulti-Information Display (MID) Warning and Information Messages

Message Condition Explanation

●

Appears when the vehicle is stopped on a very steep slope while ACC with LSF is in operation.

●

ACC with LSF has been automatically canceled.

2 Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed

Follow (LSF)

P. 339

●

Appears when pressing the RES/+/SET/– switch down while the vehicle is stopped on a very steep slope.

●

Appears when pressing the RES/+/SET/– switch down while the parking brake is applied.

●

ACC with LSF cannot be set.

2 Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed

Follow (LSF)

●

ACC with LSF cannot be set.

P. 339

2 Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed

Follow (LSF)

P. 339

2 Parking Brake P. 371

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uuIndicatorsuMulti-Information Display (MID) Warning and Information Messages

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* Not available on all models

Message Condition Explanation

●

Appears when your vehicle is stopped by ACC with LSF for more than five minutes. The beeper sounds.

●

Appears when your vehicle is stopped by ACC with LSF for more than nine and a half minutes.

u The display starts the countdown when ACC with

LSF is cancelled within 30 seconds. The beeper sounds.

●

Appears if ACC with LSF is canceled while your vehicle is automatically stopped by ACC with LSF. The beeper sounds.

—

●

Immediately depress the brake pedal.

●

Appears when pressing the RES/+/SET/– switch down while the vehicle is moving and the brake pedal is depressed.

●

ACC with LSF cannot be set.

2 Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed

Follow (LSF)

P. 339

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Models with two-way keyless access remote

* Not available on all models

uuIndicatorsuMulti-Information Display (MID) Warning and Information Messages

Message Condition Explanation

●

Appears when you unlock and open the driver’s door while the engine is running by two-way keyless access remote.

2 Remote Engine Start with Vehicle Feedback* P. 326

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uuIndicatorsuMulti-Information Display (MID) Warning and Information Messages

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Models with LKAS

Message Condition Explanation

●

Appears when the vehicle is driving out of a detected line. The beeper sounds simultaneously if selected by customization.

●

Keep the vehicle within the lane you are driving.

●

The color of either line changes from white to amber as the vehicle gets closer to that side of the lane line.

●

Blinks when you fail to steer the vehicle. The beeper sounds simultaneously if selected by customization.

●

Appears when the LKAS is in operation, or the LKAS button is pressed, but there is a problem with a system related to the LKAS. The LKAS cancels automatically. The beeper sounds simultaneously if selected by customization.

●

Appears when the LKAS is in operation, or the LKAS button is pressed, but there the temperature inside the LKAS camera is too high. The LKAS cancels automatically. The beeper sounds simultaneously if selected by customization.

●

Operate the steering wheel to resume the LKAS.

●

If any other system indicators come on, such as the VSA®, ABS and brake system, take appropriate action.

2 Indicators P. 70

●

Use the climate control system to cool down the camera.

●

Goes off - The camera has been cooled down. Pressing the LKAS button can resume the system.

2 LKAS camera P. 358

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1Fuel Gauge

NOTICE

You should refuel when the reading approaches . Running out of fuel can cause the engine to misfire, damaging the catalytic converter.

The actual amount of remaining fuel may differ from the fuel gauge reading.

1Temperature Gauge

NOTICE

Driving with the temperature gauge pointer in the upper zone can cause serious engine damage. Pull safely to the side of the road and allow engine temperature to return to normal.

2 Overheating P. 468

Gauges and Multi-Information Display (MID)

Gauges

Gauges include the speedometer, tachometer, fuel gauge, and related indicators. They are displayed when the power mode is in ON.

Speedometer

■

Displays your driving speed in mph (U.S.) or km/h (Canada).

Tachometer

■

Shows the number of engine revolutions per minute.

Fuel Gauge

■

Displays the amount of fuel left in the fuel tank.

Temperature Gauge

■

Displays the temperature of the engine coolant.

uuGauges and Multi-Information Display (MID)uMID

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Blank Instant Fuel

Economy/ Average Fuel Economy

Range Elapsed Time Average Speed

SH-AWD®

IDS

Vehicle Settings

Tire Pressure for Each Tire

Engine Oil Life

Turn-by-Turn Directions

Multi-function Steeringwheel Controls

Compass

* Not available on all models

MID

The MID shows the odometer, trip meter, outside temperature indicator, and other gauges. It also displays important messages such as warnings and other helpful information.

Switching the Display

■

Main displays

Roll the multi-function steering-wheel controls to change the display.

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TRIP Button

Outside Temperature

Trip A

Trip B

Odometer

TRIP

■

Lower displays

Press the TRIP button to change the display.

uuGauges and Multi-Information Display (MID)u MID

Odometer

■

Shows the total number of miles (U.S.) or kilometers (Canada) that your vehicle has accumulated.

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Acura MDX 2015 User Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

A Few Words About Safety

Contents

Quick Reference Guide

Visual Index

What to Do If

Safe Driving

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