Acura MDX (2018 year). Manual

AcuraLink®

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Features

Connect to the AcuraLink operator when trying to find a destination or for roadside
assistance.

1. Press the LINK button.

Connection to the operator begins.

2. Talk to the operator.

To disconnect, select End Call or press
the

(Hang-up/back) button on the

steering wheel.

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Operator Assistance

Operator Assistance

Remain attentive to road conditions and driving
during operator assistance.

LINK Button

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AcuraLink®

Features

AcuraLink sends you messages on vehicle
features, safety and emissions recall
campaigns, maintenance reminders, and
diagnostic information.
When you receive a new message, an icon
appears on the information screen.

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Message category

There are six message categories.
• Feature Guide: Appears for the first 30 days of ownership, introducing vehicle

features each day.

• Quick Tips: Supplements your Owner’s Manual with updated vehicle

information.

• Diagnostic Information: Appears when a warning indicator or message comes

on.
Rotate

to select Check Later or Check Now.

Selecting Check Now lets you know if you should see a dealer immediately or
later in accordance with the warning severity level.

• Scheduled Dealer Appointment: An appointment made through the Acura

server or Acura Owners website can be rescheduled or canceled from this option.

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• Maintenance Minder: Lets you know which maintenance item is due along with

a reminder message.

• Recalls/Campaigns: Reminds you of a recall or important safety information.

You should also be notified by mail.

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AcuraLink Message

AcuraLink Message

Messages may not appear immediately after your
vehicle purchase. It can take several days for your
dealer to register your vehicle’s ID.

If an icon includes an exclamation point, it indicates
that Acura gives high priority to this message
compared to the one without.

•

: An unread message with high priority

•

: An unread message

Message Icon

Message category

Message categories can be added, edited, or deleted
through broadcast messages from Acura.

You can call your dealer, find the nearest dealer, or
schedule appointments from the message options in
Maintenance Minder, Recalls/Campaigns, and
Diagnostic Information.

2 Message Options P. 440

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Features

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Reading a message

1. Press the INFO button or press

, follow

the message on the information screen.

2. Rotate

select

AcuraLink/Messages,

then press

AcuraLink messages appears.

3. Rotate

to select a category, then press

If there are unread messages in a
category, a message icon appears next to
that category.

4. Rotate

to select a message you want to

read, then press

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Message Options

While a message is displayed, you can use options to take immediate action to the
message.
Available options are:
• Read Messages Aloud: Reads the message aloud. Select Stop Reading

Messages to cancel it.

• View Full Message: Displays the entire message.
• Phone number: Dials a number displayed in the message via HFL.
• Delete: Deletes the displayed message.
• Call Your Dealer: Calls your Acura dealer using HFL.
• Find Acura Dealer: Searches for the nearest Acura dealer.
• Roadside Assistance: Makes a call to the number for the Roadside Assistance

service.

• Schedule Dealer Appoi…: Automatically sets an appointment date at your

dealer.

Reading a message

If there is no message listed on the menu, each
category items are grayed out and cannot be
selected.

The message icon disappears once you read the
message.

However, the exclamation mark that indicates that
the message has a high priority remains.

•

: A read message with high priority.

Message Options

The available options vary by message category.

You can delete all messages in a category at once.

2 Customized Features P. 358

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AcuraLink®

Features

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Dealer Appointments

You can confirm the scheduled appointment date when you receive a
Maintenance Minder, Recalls/Campaigns, or Diagnostic Information
message, or reschedule any existing appointments.
1. Select a Maintenance Minder, Recalls/Campaigns, Diagnostic Information,

or Scheduled Dealer Appointment message.

2. Rotate

to select Schedule Dealer Appoi… or Reschedule Appoint…

(depending on the screen). Press

A suggested time and date are displayed.

3. Rotate

to select Confirm Appointment. Press

to accept the time and

date.

4. Press

to select OK.

Dealer Appointments

To set up an automated dealer appointment when a
regular maintenance is due, visit the Acura Owners
website at owners.acura.com (U.S.) or
www.acura.ca/owners/acuralink (Canada), and set
the required option. A reminder message will be sent
as the date for the dealer appointment approaches. A
reminder message will also be sent if you schedule an
appointment online using Schedule Service
Appointment function.

If you are not satisfied with the proposed
appointment date and time, call your dealer directly.

To cancel the scheduled appointment, select Cancel
Appointment when a message is displayed.

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AcuraLink®

Features

You can confirm your AcuraLink subscription status.

1. Press the SETTINGS button.
2. Rotate

to select AcuraLink Settings,

then press

Repeat the procedure to select
AcuraLink Subscription Status.

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AcuraLink Subscription Status

Signal Strength

Item

Information

You can check the signal strength.

Current Contract

The AcuraLink subscription number and subscription level is
displayed.

Service

You can confirm the type of service.

Subscription

You can confirm the expiration date.

Status

The following message can be displayed:

●

Check Antenna: There is a problem with the AcuraLink
antenna. Contact a dealer.

●

No Signal: Signal is not received.

●

No data: The signal is received, but some error has occurred
in the system.

●

OK: The system is receiving the signal or traffic data

* Not available on all models

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Features

Compass

When you set the power mode to ON, the compass self-calibrates, and the compass
display appears.

Compass Calibration

If the compass indicates the wrong direction, or the CAL indicator blinks, you need
to manually calibrate the system.
1. Set the power mode to ON.
2. On the top screen of any source, press and hold

for five seconds.

The display switches to the Compass Settings screen.

3. Rotate

to select Calibration, then press

4. When the display changes to Calibration Start, press

5. Drive the vehicle slowly in two circles.

The compass starts to show a direction after the calibration. The CAL indicator
goes off.

Compass

Compass operation can be affected under the
following conditions:

•

Driving near power lines or stations

•

Crossing a bridge

•

Passing a large vehicle, or driving near a large
object that can cause a magnetic disturbance

•

When accessories such as antennas and roof racks
are mounted by magnets

Compass Calibration

Calibrate the compass in an open area.

While setting the compass, press the BACK button to
cancel the setting mode and return to the previous
screen.

Models with navigation self-calibrate using GPS. The
compass in the MID and the direction arrow on the
map screen (when Heading-Up view selected) may
not be in sync when first starting the vehicle, but
should correct themselves as you drive.
If the compass in the MID continues to indicate an
incorrect direction, please see your Acura dealer.

Models with navigation system

* Not available on all models

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Compass

Compass Zone Selection

Features

Compass Zone Selection

1. Set the power mode to ON.
2. On the top screen of any source, press and hold

for five seconds.

The display switches to the Compass Settings screen.

3. Rotate

select

Zone Adjust, then press

The display shows the current zone number the system is set to.

4. To change the zone, rotate

to select the zone number of your area (See Zone

Map), then press

7 8

10 11

Zone Map

Guam Island: Zone 8

Puerto Rico: Zone 11

Compass Zone Selection

The zone selection is done to compensate the
variation between magnetic north and true north.

If the calibration starts while the audio system is in
use, the display returns to normal after the calibration
is completed.

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Driving

Before Driving

Driving Preparation

Check the following items before you start driving.

• Make sure there are no obstructions on the windows, door mirrors, exterior

lights, or other parts of the vehicle.

Remove any frost, snow, or ice.

Remove any snow on the roof, as this can slip down and obstruct your field of
vision while driving. If frozen solid, remove ice once it has softened.

When removing ice from around the wheels, be sure not to damage the wheel
or wheel components.

• Make sure the hood is securely closed.

If the hood opens while driving, your front view will be blocked.

• Make sure the tires are in good condition.

Check air pressure, and check for damage and excessive wear.

2 Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 602

• Make sure there are no people or objects behind or around the vehicle.

There are blind spots from the inside.

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Exterior Checks

Exterior Checks

NOTICE

When doors are frozen shut, use warm water around
the door edges to melt any ice. Do not try to force
them open, as this can damage the rubber trim
around the doors. When done, wipe dry to avoid
further freezing.

Do not pour warm water into the key cylinder.
You will be unable to insert the key if the water
freezes in the hole.

Heat from the engine and exhaust can ignite
flammable materials left under the hood, causing a
fire. If you’ve parked your vehicle for an extended
period, inspect and remove any debris that may have
collected, such as dried grass and leaves that have
fallen or have been carried in for use as a nest by a
small animal. Also check under the hood for leftover
flammable materials after you or someone else has
performed maintenance on your vehicle.

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Before Driving

Driving Preparation

Driving

• Store or secure all items on board properly.

Carrying too much cargo, or improperly storing it, can affect your vehicle’s
handling, stability, stopping distance, and tires, and make it unsafe.

2 Maximum Load Limit P. 449

• Do not pile items higher than the seat height.

They can block your view and may be thrown forward in the event of sudden
braking.

• Do not place anything in the front seat footwells. Make sure to secure the floor

mat.

An object or unsecured floor mat can interfere with your brake and accelerator
pedal operation while driving.

• If you have any animals on board, do not let them move around in the vehicle.

They may interfere with driving and a crash could occur.

• Securely close and lock all doors and the tailgate.

2 Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Inside P. 151

• Adjust your seating position properly.

Adjust the head restraint, too.

2 Adjusting the Seats P. 192
2 Adjusting the Front and Second Row Outer Head Restraint Positions P. 198

• Adjust the mirrors and steering wheel properly for your driving.

Adjust them while sitting in the proper driving position.

2 Adjusting the Steering Wheel P. 188
2 Adjusting the Mirrors P. 189

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Interior Checks

Interior Checks

The headlight aim is set by the factory, and does not
need to be adjusted. However, if you regularly carry
heavy items in the cargo area or tow a trailer, have
the aiming readjusted at a dealer or by a qualified
technician.

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Before Driving

Driving Preparation

Driving

• Be sure items placed on the floor behind the front seats cannot roll under the

seats.

They can interfere with the driver’s ability to operate the pedals, the operation
of the seats, or the operation of the sensors under the seats.

• Everyone in the vehicle must fasten their seat belt.

2 Fastening a Seat Belt P. 36

• Make sure that the indicators in the instrument panel come on when you start the

vehicle, and go off soon after.

Always have a dealer check the vehicle if a problem is indicated.

2 Indicators P. 78

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Before Driving

Maximum Load Limit

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Driving

Maximum Load Limit

The maximum load for your vehicle is 1,173 lbs (532 kg).

The maximum load for your vehicle is 1,005 lbs (456 kg).
See the Tire and Loading Information label attached to the driver’s
doorjamb.

This figure includes the total weight of all occupants, cargo, and
accessories, and the tongue load if you are towing a trailer.

Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit -
(1) Locate the statement “The combined weight of occupants and

cargo should never exceed XXX kg or XXX lbs.” on your
vehicle’s placard.

(2) Determine the combined weight of the driver and passengers

that will be riding in your vehicle.

(3) Subtract the combined weight of the driver and passengers

from XXX kg or XXX lbs.

Maximum Load Limit

Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR):
The maximum allowable weight of the vehicle, all
occupants, all accessories, all cargo, and the tongue
load.

2 Specifications P. 672

Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR):
The maximum allowable weight of the vehicle axle.

2 Specifications P. 672

WARNING

Overloading or improper loading
can affect handling and stability
and cause a crash in which you
can be hurt or killed.

Follow all load limits and other
loading guidelines in this manual.

Models with bench seat

Models with captain seat

Label Example

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Before Driving

Maximum Load Limit

Driving

(4) The resulting figure equals the available amount of cargo and

luggage load capacity. For example, if the “XXX” amount
equals 1,400 lbs. and there will be five 150 lb. passengers in
your vehicle, the amount of available cargo and luggage load
capacity is 650 lbs.
(1,400 - 750 (5 x 150) = 650 lbs.)

(5) Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being

loaded on the vehicle. That weight may not safely exceed the
available cargo and luggage load capacity calculated in step 4.

(6) If your vehicle will be towing a trailer, load from your trailer will

be transferred to your vehicle. Consult this manual to
determine how this reduces the available cargo and luggage
load capacity of your vehicle.

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Before Driving

Maximum Load Limit

Driving

In addition, the total weight of the vehicle, all occupants,
accessories, cargo, and trailer tongue load must not exceed the
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) or the Gross Axle Weight
Rating (GAWR). Both are on a label on the driver’s doorjamb.

Load Limits Example

Example1

Max Load

1,173 lbs

(532 kg)

Passenger Weight

150 lbs x 2 = 300 lbs

(68 kg x 2 = 136 kg)

Cargo Weight

873 lbs

(396 kg)

Example2

Max Load

1,173 lbs

(532 kg)

Passenger Weight

150 lbs x 5 = 750 lbs

(68 kg x 5 = 340 kg)

Cargo Weight

423 lbs

(192 kg)

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Driving

Towing a Trailer

Towing Preparation

Your vehicle can tow a trailer if you carefully observe the load limits, use the proper
equipment, and follow the towing guidelines. Check the load limits before driving.

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Total trailer weight

Do not exceed the maximum allowable
weight of the trailer, cargo, and everything in
or on it shown in the table.
Towing loads in excess of this can seriously
affect vehicle handling and performance and
can damage the engine and drivetrain.

Each weight limit is calculated based on the following conditions:
• Occupants fill seats from the front of the vehicle to the back
• Each occupant weights 150 lbs (68 kg)
• Each occupant has 15 lbs (7 kg) of cargo in the cargo area
Any additional weight, cargo or accessories reduce the maximum trailer weight and
maximum tongue load.

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Towing Load Limits

Towing Load Limits

Check if all loads are within limits at a public scale.
If a public scale is not available, add the estimated
weight of your cargo load to the weight of your
trailer (as quoted by the manufacturer), and then
measure the tongue load with an appropriate scale or
tongue gauge or estimate it based on cargo
distribution.

Refer to the trailer owner’s manual for additional
information.

Break-in Period
Avoid towing a trailer during your vehicle’s first 600
miles (1,000 km).

Never exceed the gross weight ratings.
Gross weight information

2 Vehicle Specifications P. 672

WARNING

Exceeding any load limit or improperly
loading your vehicle and trailer can cause a
crash in which you can be seriously hurt or
killed.

Check the loading of your vehicle and
trailer carefully before starting to drive.

Total Load

Number of

occupants

AWD models with

ATF cooler

AWD models

without ATF cooler

2WD models

5,000 lbs (2,268 kg)

3,500 lbs (1,588 kg)

4,750 lbs (2,155 kg)

3,250 lbs (1,474 kg)

4,500 lbs (2,041 kg)

3,000 lbs (1,361 kg)

4,250 lbs (1,928 kg)

2,750 lbs (1,247 kg)

4,000 lbs (1,814 kg)

2,500 lbs (1,134 kg)

Towing not recommended

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Towing a Trailer

Towing Preparation

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Tongue load

The weight of the tongue with a fully loaded
trailer on the hitch should be approximately:
Boat trailers: 5 – 15% of the total trailer
weight
Other trailers: 10 – 15% of total trailer weight

Tongue Load

Number of

occupants

AWD models with or without

ATF cooler

2WD models

500 lbs (227 kg)

350 lbs (159 kg)

475 lbs (215 kg)

325 lbs (147 kg)

380 lbs (172 kg)

300 lbs (136 kg)

290 lbs (132 kg)

260 lbs (118 kg)

165 lbs (75 kg)

140 lbs (63 kg)

Towing not recommended

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