Acura MDX 2020 Owner's Manual

Owner’s Manual

2020 MDX

WARNING

California Proposition 65 Warning

Operating, servicing and maintaining a passenger vehicle or off-highway motor vehicle can expose you to chemicals including engine exhaust, carbon monoxide, phthalates, and lead, which are known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. To minimize exposure, avoid breathing exhaust, do not idle the engine except as necessary, service your vehicle in a well-ventilated area and wear gloves or wash your hands frequently when servicing your vehicle. For more information go to

www.P65Warnings.ca.gov/passenger-vehicle

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.

To read data recorded by an EDR, special equipment is required, and access to the vehicle or the EDR is needed. In addition to the vehicle manufacturer, other parties, such as law enforcement, that have the special equipment, can read the information if they have access to the vehicle or the EDR.

The data belongs to the vehicle owner and may not be accessed by anyone else except as legally required or with the permission of the vehicle owner.

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. Some diagnostic and maintenance information is uploaded to Acura upon vehicle start up.

California Perchlorate Contamination Prevention Act

NOTICE

3DANGER

3WARNING

3CAUTION

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/

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.

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.

Software End User License Agreement

Your vehicle comes equipped with software, which is governed by the End User License Agreement in Owner’s Manual, and which contains a binding arbitration clause. Please refer to the End User License Agreement for the terms and conditions governing your use of the installed software, as well as the applications, services, functions, and content provided through the software. Your use of the installed software will serve as your consent to the terms and conditions of the End User License Agreement. You may opt out within 30 days of your initial use of the Software by sending a signed, written notice to ACURA at American Honda Motor Co., Inc. Acura Client Relations Mail Stop 100-5E-8F, 1919 Torrance Blvd. Torrance, CA 90501-2746.

Privacy Notice

This vehicle may share location and usage information. To manage this setting, visit www.acuralink.com/vehicle-data-choices.

A Few Words About Safety

Your safety, and the safety of others, is very important. And operating this vehicle safely is an important responsibility.

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.

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

●

Safety Labels - on the vehicle.

●

Safety Messages - preceded by a safety alert symbol 3 and 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.

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. 27

For Safe Driving P. 28 Seat Belts P. 33 Airbags P. 41

2 Instrument Panel P. 77

Indicators P. 78 Gauges and Multi-Information Display (MID) P. 119

2 Controls P. 137

Clock P. 138 Locking and Unlocking the Doors P. 139 Opening and Closing the Windows P. 165 Moonroof P. 167 Adjusting the Seats P. 191

2 Features P. 231

Audio System P. 232 Audio System Basic Operation P. 239 Rear Entertainment System (RES)

Compass

P. 443

P. 335 Customized Features P. 358

2 Driving P. 445

Before Driving P. 446 Towing a Trailer P. 452 Parking Your Vehicle P. 546 Fuel Economy and CO

Emissions P. 572

Multi-View Rear Camera* P. 557

2 Maintenance P. 573

Before Performing Maintenance P. 574 Maintenance MinderTM P. 577 Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades P. 598 Remote Control and Wireless Headphone Care

P. 615

2 Handling the Unexpected P. 625

Tools P. 626 If a Tire Goes Flat P. 627 Indicator, Coming On/Blinking P. 656 Fuses P. 662 When You Cannot Open the Tailgate P. 672 Refueling P. 673

2 Information P. 675

Specifications P. 676 Identification Numbers P. 678 Emissions Testing P. 681 Warranty Coverages P. 683

Contents

Child Safety P. 56 Exhaust Gas Hazard P. 74 Safety Labels P. 75

Tailgate P. 155 Security System P. 162 Operating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel P. 168 Adjusting the Mirrors P. 188 Interior Lights/Interior Convenience Items P. 206 Climate Control System P. 219

Audio Error Messages P. 308 General Information on the Audio System P. 316 HomeLink® Universal Transceiver P. 390 Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink® P. 393 AcuraLink®

Off-Highway Driving Guidelines P. 462 When Driving P. 464 Braking P. 529 Surround View Camera System

Maintenance Under the Hood P. 581 Replacing Light Bulbs P. 593 Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 602 Battery P. 611 Remote Transmitter Care P. 613 Climate Control System Maintenance P. 617 Cleaning P. 618 Accessories and Modifications P. 623

Engine Does Not Start P. 649 Jump Starting P. 652 Overheating P. 654 Emergency Towing P. 670 When You Cannot Unlock the Fuel Fill Door P. 671

P. 559 Refueling P. 569

P. 435

Quick Reference Guide

Safe Driving

Instrument Panel

Controls

Features

Driving

Maintenance

Handling the Unexpected

Information

P. 4

P. 27

P. 77

P. 137

P. 231

P. 445

P. 573

P. 625

P. 675

Devices that Emit Radio Waves P. 679 Reporting Safety Defects P. 680 Authorized Manuals P. 685 Client Service Information P. 686

Index

P. 690

Quick Reference Guide

❚

Steering Wheel Adjustments

(P187)

❚

ENGINE START/STOP Button

(P168)

❚

Navigation System*

() See the Navigation System Manual

❚

Information Screen

(P244)

❚

Hazard Warning Button

❚

On Demand Multi-Use DisplayTM

(P240)

❚

Audio System

(P232)

❚

System Indicators

(P78)

❚

Gauges

(P119)

❚

Multi-Information Display (MID)

(P120)

❚

Climate Control System

(P219)

❚

Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror Button

(P184)

❚

(Surround View Camera) Button*

(P560)

❚

(Vehicle Stability Assist® (VSA®)

System OFF) Button

(P519)

❚

Parking Sensor System Button*

(P549)

❚

Collision Mitigation Braking SystemTM (CMBS

) OFF Button

(P540)

❚

Headlight Washer Button*

(P182)

❚

Heated Windshield Button*

(P184)

❚

Electric Parking Brake Switch

(P529)

❚

Road Departure Mitigation (RDM) Button

(P507)

❚

Automatic Brake Hold Button

(P533)

Visual Index

Quick Reference Guide

❚

Wipers/Washers

(P179)

❚

Audio Remote Controls

(P237)

❚

Paddle Shifter (Shift down)

(P479)

❚

Paddle Shifter (Shift up)

(P479)

❚

Horn (Press an area around .)

❚

Voice Control Buttons*

(P251)

❚

Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink® System Voice Control Buttons

(P393)

❚

Brightness Control

(P183)

❚

Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed Follow Buttons

(P489)

❚

TRIP Button

(P121)

❚

Interval Button

(P499)

❚

Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) Button

(P512)

❚

Multi-function Steering-wheel Controls

(P120)

❚

Heated Steering Wheel Button*

(P216)

❚

Headlights/Turn Signals

(P171, 172)

❚

Fog Lights*

(P175)

❚

MAIN Button

(P490, 512)

* Not available on all models

Visual Index

Quick Reference Guide

❚

Power Window Switches

(P165)

❚

Hood Release Handle

(P582)

❚

Driver’s Side Interior Fuse Box

(P665)

❚

Driver’s Knee Airbag

(P48)

❚

Memory Buttons

(P186)

❚

SET Button

(P186)

❚

Shift Button Electronic Gear Selector

(P472)

❚

Rearview Mirror

(P188)

❚

Driver’s Front Airbag

(P44)

❚

Accessory Power Socket

(P213)

❚

Passenger’s Side Interior Fuse Box

(P667)

❚

Glove Box

(P208)

❚

Door Mirror Controls

(P189)

❚

Power Door Lock Master Switch

(P153)

❚

Driver’s Side Interior Fuse Box

(P666)

❚

Passenger’s Front Airbag

(P44)

❚

Power Tailgate Button

(P158)

❚

Fuel Fill Door Release Button

(P570)

❚

Auto Idle Stop OFF Button

(P481)

❚

Dynamic Mode Button

(P486)

❚

USB Ports

(P233)

❚

Accessory Power Socket*

(P213)

❚

Auxiliary Input Jack

(P236)

❚

AC Power Outlet*

(P214)

Quick Reference Guide

❚

Side Curtain Airbags

(P52)

❚

Grab Handle

❚

Seat Belt with Detachable Anchor*

(P38)

❚

Accessory Power Socket

(P214)

❚

Side Airbags

(P50)

❚

Front Seat

(P191)

❚

Sun Visors

❚

Vanity Mirrors

❚

Coat Hook

(P215)

❚

Seat Belts

(P36)

❚

Rear Entertainment System*

(P335)

❚

LATCH to Secure a Child Seat

(P61)

❚

Seat Belt (Installing a Child Seat)

(P66)

❚

Third Row Seat

(P203)

❚

Second Row Seat

(P194)

❚

USB Ports*

(P234)

/HDMITM Port*

(P337)

❚

Seat Belt to Secure a Child Seat

(P66)

❚

USB Ports

(P235)

Models with rear console compartment

❚

Map Lights

(P207)

❚

Moonroof Switch

(P167)

❚

Sunglasses Holder

(P216)

❚

Cargo Area Light

(P207)

* Not available on all models

Visual Index

Quick Reference Guide

❚

How to Refuel

(P570)

❚

High-Mount Brake Light

(P597)

❚

Opening/Closing the Tailgate

(P161)

❚

Back-Up Lights

(P596)

❚

Multi-View Rear Camera*

(P557)

❚

Tailgate Outer Handle

(P161)

❚

Rear Side Marker Lights

(P595)

❚

Taillights

(P595)

❚

Brake Light and Rear Turn Signal Lights

(P594)

❚

Rear Wiper

(P181)

❚

Maintenance Under the Hood

(P581)

❚

Windshield Wipers

(P179, 598)

❚

Tires

(P602, 627)

❚

Power Door Mirrors

(P189)

❚

Headlights

(P172, 593)

❚

Side Marker Lights

(P172, 593)

❚

Front Turn Signal/Parking Lights

(P171, 593)

❚

Fog Lights*

(P175, 593)

❚

Door Lock/Unlock Control

(P142)

❚

Side Turn Signal Lights

(P171, 593)

Quick Reference Guide

Stop the vehicle and depress the brake pedal.

Keep the brake pedal depressed.

U.S.

Canada

With the automatic brake hold system activated, you can release the brake pedal when the indicator comes on.

Off

Release the brake pedal. With the automatic brake hold system activated,

depress the accelerator pedal.

Restarting

* Not available on all models

Auto Idle Stop Function

To improve fuel economy, the engine stops and then restarts as detailed below. When Auto Idle Stop is on, the Auto Idle Stop indicator (green) comes on. (P480)

At Automatic transmission Engine status

Deceleration

Stop

Start-up

Quick Reference Guide

Safe Driving

Airbags

(P41)

●

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

Child Safety

(P56)

●

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

(P74)

●

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

(P32)

●

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

Seat Belts

(P33)

●

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.

(P27)

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

Vehicle Stability Assist® (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

Brake System Indicator (Red)

Supplemental Restraint System Indicator

Low Fuel Indicator

Gauges

(P119)

/Multi-Information Display (MID)

(P120)

/System Indicators

(P78)

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

Gear Position Indicator

M (sequential mode) Indicator/ Sequential Mode Gear Selection Indicator

Brake System Indicator (Amber)

SH-AWD Indicator

Blind spot information System Indicator

System Indicators

Collision Mitigation Braking System

(CMBSTM) Indicator

Road Departure Mitigation (RDM) Indicator

Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) Indicator

Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed Follow Indicator

U.S.

Canada

U.S.

Canada

Fog Light Indicator

Auto Idle Stop System Indicator (Amber)/ Auto Idle Stop Indicator (Green)

Automatic Brake Hold System Indicator

Automatic Brake Hold Indicator

U.S.

Canada

Electric Parking Brake System Indicator

Electric Parking Brake Indicator

U.S.

Canada

Auto High-Beam Indicator

* Not available on all models

(P77)

Quick Reference Guide

Controls

Models with navigation system

Turn Signal Control Lever

Right

Left

Light Control Switches

Low Beam

High Beam

Flashing

(P137)

Clock

Enter the Clock Adjustment screen.

2 Adjusting the Clock (P138)

Rotate to change hour, then move

Rotate to change minute, then press .

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

(P138)

ENGINE START/STOP Button

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

(P168)

Turn Signals

Lights

(P172)

(P171)

Quick Reference Guide

Wiper/Washer Control Lever

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.

Adjustment Ring

: Low Sensitivity

: Lower speed, fewer sweeps

: High Sensitivity

: Higher speed, more sweeps

Models with automatic intermittent wipers

Tailgate Outer Handle

Wipers and Washers

(P179)

AUTO should always be turned OFF before the following situations in order to prevent severe damage to the wiper system:

●

Cleaning the windshield

●

Driving through a car wash

●

No rain present

Unlocking the Front Doors from the Inside

(P152)

●

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

*1:Models with automatic intermittent

wipers

*2:Models without automatic intermittent

wipers

Steering Wheel

●

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

(P187)

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.

(P161, 156)

Quick Reference Guide

Power Door Mirrors

Selector Switch

Adjustment Switch

Fold Button

Power Window Lock Button

Window Switch

Indicator

(P189)

●

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 fold button* to fold the door mirrors.

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.

(P165)

Quick Reference Guide

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 (Synchronization) 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.

* Not available on all models

Climate Control System

●

Press the AUTO button to activate the climate control system.

●

Press the button to turn the system on or off.

●

Press the button or select the Front icon to defrost the windshield.

(P219)

Rear Climate Control

●

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

●

Press the button to turn the system on or off.

(P229)

Quick Reference Guide

Features

Information Screen

Audio Menu

(CD Eject) Button

VOL/ (Volume/Power) Knob

BACK Button

Interface Dial (ENTER/MENU Button) INFO Button

On Demand Multi-Use Display

PHONE Button

(Tune Down) Icon

Source

(Day/Night) Button

Tune

CD Slot

(Information) Icon

Preset Icons

(Tune Up) Icon

Stations

SCAN

SMARTPHONE Button

SETTINGS Button

Front/Rear

NAV Button

HD Radio List

*, *1

(P231)

Audio System

(P239)

For navigation system operation

() See the Navigation System Manual

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

Quick Reference Guide

Models with rear entertainment system

Disc Slot

REAR (Power) Button

(Eject) Button

Left Selector Wheel

SOURCE Button

* Not available on all models

Audio Remote Controls

(P237)

●

SOURCE Button Press to change the audio mode: FM/AM/ SiriusXM®/CD/Rear DVD Apple CarPlay/Android Auto/Bluetooth® Audio/Pandora®

●

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

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

CD/HDD

/USB device: Move to a side to skip to the beginning of the next song or return to the beginning of the current song. Move to a side and hold to change a folder.

/AUX.

/HDD*/USB/iPod/

Quick Reference Guide

Driving

Automatic Transmission

(P472)

●

Always depress the brake pedal before selecting (P or changing the gear position from (P.

●

Select (P and depress the brake pedal when starting the engine.

Park

Press the

button. Used when parking or before turn off or start the engine. Transmission is locked.

Reverse

Pull back the

button.

Used when reversing.

Neutral

Press the

button. Transmission is not locked.

Drive

Press the button. Used for normal driving. Sequential shift mode can be used temporarily.

D/S

Gear Position Indicator

The gear position indicator and the shift button indicator indicate the current gear selection.

Gear Position Indicator

Shift Button Indicator

Shifting

S Position

Press the button twice. Sequential shift mode can be used.

D/S

(P445)

Quick Reference Guide

Sequential Mode

(P479)

Paddle shifters allow you to shift gears much like a manual transmission (1st through 7th). This is useful for engine braking.

When the transmission is in

●

The transmission will shift back to automatic mode once the system detects that the vehicle is cruising.

When the transmission is in

●

Holds the selected gear, and the M (sequential mode) indicator comes on.

●

The sequential mode gear selection is shown in the instrument panel.

Gear Position Indicator

Shift Down

Paddle Shifter

Shift Up (+ Paddle Shifter

Selected Gear Number

M Indicator

Quick Reference Guide

VSA® On and Off

Wait for five seconds

●

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 partially disable or fully restore VSA®

function, press and hold the button until

you hear a beep.

CMBSTM On and Off

(P540)

●

When a possible collision is likely

unavoidable, the CMBS reduce the vehicle speed and the severity of the collision.

●

The CMBSTM is turned on every time you

start the engine.

●

To turn the CMBSTM on or off, press and

hold the button until you hear a beep.

(P519)

can help you to

Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) with Tire Fill Assist

●

The TPMS monitors tire pressure.

●

TPMS is turned on automatically every time you start the engine.

●

TPMS fill assist provides audible and visual guidance during tire pressure adjustment.

Refueling

Fuel recommendation: Unleaded premium gasoline, pump octane number 91 or

Fuel tank capacity: 19.5 US gal (73.8 L)

Press the fuel fill door release button.

After refueling, wait for about five seconds before removing the filler nozzle.

(P522, 660)

(P569)

higher recommended

Quick Reference Guide

AcuraWatch

The camera is located behind the rearview mirror.

The radar sensor is behind the emblem.

Front Sensor Camera

Radar Sensor

AcuraWatchTM is a driver support system which employs the use of two distinctly different kinds of sensors, a radar sensor located behind the emblem and a front sensor camera mounted to the interior side of the windshield, behind the rearview mirror.

Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed Follow

Helps maintain a constant vehicle speed and a set following-interval behind a vehicle detected ahead of yours and, if the detected vehicle comes to a stop, can decelerate and stop your vehicle, without you having to keep your foot on the brake or the accelerator.

(P489)

Road Departure Mitigation (RDM) System

(P505)

Alerts and helps to assist you when the system detects a possibility of your vehicle unintentionally crossing over detected lane markings and/or leaving the roadway altogether.

Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS)

Provides steering input to help keep the vehicle in the middle of a detected lane and provides tactile and visual alerts if the vehicle is detected drifting out of its lane.

(P510)

Collision Mitigation

Braking System

)

(CMBS

Can assist you when there is a possibility of your vehicle colliding with a vehicle or a pedestrian detected in front of yours. The

is designed to alert you when a

CMBS potential collision is determined, as well as to reduce your vehicle speed to help minimize collision severity when a collision is deemed unavoidable.

(P537)

Quick Reference Guide

Maintenance

Under the Hood

(P581)

●

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, push it to the side, and then raise the hood. Once you have raised the hood slightly, you can release the lever.

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

Lights

(P593)

●

Inspect all lights regularly.

Wiper Blades

(P598)

●

Replace blades if they leave streaks across the windshield.

Tires

(P602)

●

Inspect tires and wheels regularly.

●

Check tire pressures regularly.

●

Install snow tires for winter driving.

(P573)

Quick Reference Guide

Handling the Unexpected

Models with tire repair kit

Models with a compact spare tire

(P625)

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.

Indicators Come On

●

Identify the indicator and consult the owner’s manual.

(P627)

(P656)

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.

(P662)

(P649)

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

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

(P654)

(P670)

Quick Reference Guide

What to Do If

Canadian models

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

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The steering wheel may be locked.

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

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

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

Why do the doors lock after I unlocked the doors?

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.

2 Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) (P535)

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, slide the lever up to the unlock position.

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

Quick Reference Guide

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

The beeper sounds when:

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The power mode is in ACCESSORY.

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The exterior lights are left on.

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Auto Idle Stop is in operation.

Why does a beeper sound when I walk away from the vehicle after I close the door?

Why does the beeper sound when I start driving?

Pulling the electric parking brake switch does not release the parking brake. Why?

I’m seeing an amber indicator of a tire with an exclamation point. What is that?

The beeper sounds if you move outside the walk away auto lock operating range before the door completely closes.

2 Locking the doors and tailgate (Walk away auto lock®) (P145)

The beeper sounds when the driver and/or front passenger are not wearing their seat belts.

Pull the electric parking brake switch with the brake pedal depressed.

The Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) needs attention. Check tire pressure.

2 If the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator Comes On or Blinks (P660)

Quick Reference Guide

Depressing the accelerator pedal does not release the parking brake automatically. Why?

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Fasten the driver’s seat belt.

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Check if the transmission is in (P or (N. If so, select any other position.

Why does the gear position automatically change to

when I open the driver’s door to check for parking space lines when reversing?

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 lower on this vehicle?

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Fasten the driver’s seat belt.

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Close the driver’s door and manually change the gear position.

When opening the driver’s door (P475)

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

Use of a lower octane gasoline can cause occasional metallic knocking noise in the engine and will result in decreased engine performance. Use of a gasoline with a pump octane less than 87 can lead to engine damage. The use of regular unleaded gasoline can cause metallic knocking noises in the engine and will result in decreased engine performance.

Safe Driving

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

For Safe Driving

Important Safety Precautions.............. 28

Important Handling Information......... 30

Your Vehicle’s Safety Features............ 31

Safety Checklist ................................. 32

Seat Belts

About Your Seat Belts ........................ 33

Fastening a Seat Belt.......................... 36

Seat Belt Inspection............................ 40

Airbags

Airbag System Components............... 41

Types of Airbags ................................ 44

Front Airbags (SRS) ............................ 44

Driver’s Knee Airbag .......................... 48

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

Side Curtain Airbags .......................... 52

Airbag System Indicators.................... 53

Airbag Care ....................................... 55

Child Safety

Protecting Child Passengers ............... 56

Safety of Infants and Small Children .. 58

Safety of Larger Children ................... 72

Exhaust Gas Hazard

Carbon Monoxide Gas....................... 74

Safety Labels

Label Locations .................................. 75

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

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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