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...) WINDSHIELD WIPERS/WASHERS (P.116) INSTRUMENT PANEL BRIGHTNESS (P.123) PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF INDICATOR (P.34) HAZARD WARNING BUTTON (P.122) REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER (P.122) ACCESSORY POWER SOCKETS (P.166) HEADLIGHT WASHER SWITCH 2 (P.117) VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST SYSTEM OFF SWITCH (P.360) MIRROR CONTROLS (P.155) DRIVING POSITION MEMORY SYSTEM (P.157) POWER DOOR LOCK MASTER SWITCH (P.130) PARKING... RELEASE HANDLE (P.325) STEERING WHEEL ADJUSTMENTS (P.124) CRUISE CONTROL BUTTONS (P.270) 1: To use the horn, press the center pad of the steering wheel. 2: If equipped 4 2008 MDX
...) WINDSHIELD WIPERS/WASHERS (P.116) INSTRUMENT PANEL BRIGHTNESS (P.123) PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF INDICATOR (P.34) HAZARD WARNING BUTTON (P.122) REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER (P.122) ACCESSORY POWER SOCKETS (P.166) HEADLIGHT WASHER SWITCH 2 (P.117) VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST SYSTEM OFF SWITCH (P.360) MIRROR CONTROLS (P.155) DRIVING POSITION MEMORY SYSTEM (P.157) POWER DOOR LOCK MASTER SWITCH (P.130) PARKING... RELEASE HANDLE (P.325) STEERING WHEEL ADJUSTMENTS (P.124) CRUISE CONTROL BUTTONS (P.270) 1: To use the horn, press the center pad of the steering wheel. 2: If equipped 4 2008 MDX
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... ...73 Controls Near the Steering Wheel ...115 Windshield Wipers and Washers ...116 Rear Window Wiper and Washer ...117 Turn Signal and Headlights...118 Hazard Warning Button ...122 Rear Window Defogger ...122 Instrument Panel Brightness ...123 Steering Wheel Adjustments ...124 Keys and Locks...126 ... ...165 Sun Visor ...166 Vanity Mirror ...166 Accessory Power Sockets...166 AC Power Outlet ...167 Instruments and Controls 61 2008 MDX Main Menu Instruments and Controls This section gives information about the controls and displays that contribute to the daily operation of your vehicle....
... ...73 Controls Near the Steering Wheel ...115 Windshield Wipers and Washers ...116 Rear Window Wiper and Washer ...117 Turn Signal and Headlights...118 Hazard Warning Button ...122 Rear Window Defogger ...122 Instrument Panel Brightness ...123 Steering Wheel Adjustments ...124 Keys and Locks...126 ... ...165 Sun Visor ...166 Vanity Mirror ...166 Accessory Power Sockets...166 AC Power Outlet ...167 Instruments and Controls 61 2008 MDX Main Menu Instruments and Controls This section gives information about the controls and displays that contribute to the daily operation of your vehicle....
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...Main Indicator This indicator comes on when you that the exterior lights are on. See page 270 for information on with the high beam headlights. Lights On Indicator This indicator reminds you turn on the cruise control system by pressing the CRUISE button (see page128). This indicator ...you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position. High Beam Indicator This indicator comes on operating the cruise control. 70 2008 MDX Main Menu Table Of Contents Instrument Panel Indicators Immobilizer System Indicator This indicator comes on briefly when you turn on the fog lights. ...
...Main Indicator This indicator comes on when you that the exterior lights are on. See page 270 for information on with the high beam headlights. Lights On Indicator This indicator reminds you turn on the cruise control system by pressing the CRUISE button (see page128). This indicator ...you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position. High Beam Indicator This indicator comes on operating the cruise control. 70 2008 MDX Main Menu Table Of Contents Instrument Panel Indicators Immobilizer System Indicator This indicator comes on briefly when you turn on the fog lights. ...
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... The exterior lights flash each time you press the LOCK button twice. Changes the setting of when the headlights come on after you close the driver's door. Set/Cancel all the doors. Changes which doors unlock... Menu Table Of Contents Multi-Information Display Group Setup LIGHTING SETUP (P.100) Menu Item INTERIOR LIGHT DIMMING TIME HEADLIGHT AUTO OFF TIMER AUTO LIGHT SENSITIVITY Description Changes how long (in a first push. Changes the timing of ... (P.86) : Default setting WIPER ACTION 110 111 113 86 85 2008 MDX Changes how long it takes (in the AUTO position.
... The exterior lights flash each time you press the LOCK button twice. Changes the setting of when the headlights come on after you close the driver's door. Set/Cancel all the doors. Changes which doors unlock... Menu Table Of Contents Multi-Information Display Group Setup LIGHTING SETUP (P.100) Menu Item INTERIOR LIGHT DIMMING TIME HEADLIGHT AUTO OFF TIMER AUTO LIGHT SENSITIVITY Description Changes how long (in a first push. Changes the timing of ... (P.86) : Default setting WIPER ACTION 110 111 113 86 85 2008 MDX Changes how long it takes (in the AUTO position.
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Main Menu Table Of Contents Multi-Information Display While the headlight switch is successfully completed, the display changes as shown above, and then goes back to the customize item screen. There are MAX, HIGH, MID, LOW ...'' message appears, go back to start dimming as late as possible, select MAX. You can customize at which outside light level gets low. CONTINUED 95 2008 MDX For illuminations to dim. To disable the auto interior illumination function, select OFF. Auto Interior Illumination Instruments and Controls When your selection is turned on...
Main Menu Table Of Contents Multi-Information Display While the headlight switch is successfully completed, the display changes as shown above, and then goes back to the customize item screen. There are MAX, HIGH, MID, LOW ...'' message appears, go back to start dimming as late as possible, select MAX. You can customize at which outside light level gets low. CONTINUED 95 2008 MDX For illuminations to dim. To disable the auto interior illumination function, select OFF. Auto Interior Illumination Instruments and Controls When your selection is turned on...
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Press the INFO ( / ) button until you see the setting you press the INFO ( / ) button, the screen changes as shown in the illustration. Each time you want to customize, then press the SEL/RESET button to enter the customize mode. SEL/RESET BUTTON INFO ( or BUTTON ) 100 2008 MDX Main Menu Table Of Contents Multi-Information Display Lighting Setup Here are the three custom settings for the lighting setup: INTERIOR LIGHT DIMMING TIME HEADLIGHT AUTO OFF TIMER AUTO LIGHT SENSITIVITY While ''LIGHTING SETUP'' is shown, press the SEL/RESET button to enter your selection.
Press the INFO ( / ) button until you see the setting you press the INFO ( / ) button, the screen changes as shown in the illustration. Each time you want to customize, then press the SEL/RESET button to enter the customize mode. SEL/RESET BUTTON INFO ( or BUTTON ) 100 2008 MDX Main Menu Table Of Contents Multi-Information Display Lighting Setup Here are the three custom settings for the lighting setup: INTERIOR LIGHT DIMMING TIME HEADLIGHT AUTO OFF TIMER AUTO LIGHT SENSITIVITY While ''LIGHTING SETUP'' is shown, press the SEL/RESET button to enter your selection.
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... SEL/RESET button to see the selections. To change how long the lights stay on before they go off , follow these instructions: Headlight Auto Off Timer You can choose this customize item from the ignition switch and close the driver's door. Select the desired setting by ...the INFO ( / ) button, then enter your selection by pressing the INFO ( / ) button repeatedly. Main Menu Table Of Contents Multi-Information Display The headlights, parking lights, side marker lights, taillights, and license plate lights go off after the selected time when you remove the key from ''LIGHTING SETUP'' by...
... SEL/RESET button to see the selections. To change how long the lights stay on before they go off , follow these instructions: Headlight Auto Off Timer You can choose this customize item from the ignition switch and close the driver's door. Select the desired setting by ...the INFO ( / ) button, then enter your selection by pressing the INFO ( / ) button repeatedly. Main Menu Table Of Contents Multi-Information Display The headlights, parking lights, side marker lights, taillights, and license plate lights go off after the selected time when you remove the key from ''LIGHTING SETUP'' by...
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...bright. CONTINUED 103 2008 MDX You can choose this customize item from the following five levels: MAX The headlights come on when it is as bright as shown above, and then goes back to ''HEADLIGHT AUTO OFF TIMER'' and repeat the procedure again. HIGH The headlights come on when it...SETTING INCOMPLETE'' message appears, go back to the customize item screen. MIN The headlights come on when the headlight switch is in the AUTO position and the ambient light reaches a changeable level. MID The headlights come on when it is bright. Main Menu Table Of Contents Multi-Information ...
...bright. CONTINUED 103 2008 MDX You can choose this customize item from the following five levels: MAX The headlights come on when it is as bright as shown above, and then goes back to ''HEADLIGHT AUTO OFF TIMER'' and repeat the procedure again. HIGH The headlights come on when it...SETTING INCOMPLETE'' message appears, go back to the customize item screen. MIN The headlights come on when the headlight switch is in the AUTO position and the ambient light reaches a changeable level. MID The headlights come on when it is bright. Main Menu Table Of Contents Multi-Information ...
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...) WINDSHIELD WIPERS/WASHERS (P.116) INSTRUMENT PANEL BRIGHTNESS (P.123) PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF INDICATOR (P.34) HAZARD WARNING BUTTON (P.122) REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER (P.122) ACCESSORY POWER SOCKETS (P.166) HEADLIGHT WASHER SWITCH 1 (P.117) VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST SYSTEM OFF SWITCH (P.360) MIRROR CONTROLS (P.155) DRIVING POSITION MEMORY SYSTEM (P.157) POWER DOOR LOCK MASTER SWITCH (P.130) POWER... HANDLE (P.325) STEERING WHEEL ADJUSTMENTS (P.124) CRUISE CONTROL BUTTONS (P.270) 1: If equipped 2: To use the horn, press the center pad of the steering wheel. 115 2008 MDX
...) WINDSHIELD WIPERS/WASHERS (P.116) INSTRUMENT PANEL BRIGHTNESS (P.123) PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF INDICATOR (P.34) HAZARD WARNING BUTTON (P.122) REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER (P.122) ACCESSORY POWER SOCKETS (P.166) HEADLIGHT WASHER SWITCH 1 (P.117) VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST SYSTEM OFF SWITCH (P.360) MIRROR CONTROLS (P.155) DRIVING POSITION MEMORY SYSTEM (P.157) POWER DOOR LOCK MASTER SWITCH (P.130) POWER... HANDLE (P.325) STEERING WHEEL ADJUSTMENTS (P.124) CRUISE CONTROL BUTTONS (P.270) 1: If equipped 2: To use the horn, press the center pad of the steering wheel. 115 2008 MDX
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...the steering wheel column. Rotate the switch clockwise to turn the rear window wiper on and to the ON (II) position. 1. The headlights must be operated at the first time you turn the ignition switch to spray the rear window washer. Main Menu Table Of Contents Windshield ... (On Canadian models) The headlight washers use this button. Rear Window Wiper and Washer Instruments and Controls The headlight washers can be turned on the windshield washers after you turn on to turn the rear window wiper ON. 2. CONTINUED 117 2008 MDX Hold past ON to use the same fluid ...
...the steering wheel column. Rotate the switch clockwise to turn the rear window wiper on and to the ON (II) position. 1. The headlights must be operated at the first time you turn the ignition switch to spray the rear window washer. Main Menu Table Of Contents Windshield ... (On Canadian models) The headlight washers use this button. Rear Window Wiper and Washer Instruments and Controls The headlight washers can be turned on the windshield washers after you turn on to turn the rear window wiper ON. 2. CONTINUED 117 2008 MDX Hold past ON to use the same fluid ...
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... change, push lightly on 6. When you turn . When the wiper control lever position is LO or HI, the rear wiper operates continuously. Headlights on the lever, and hold it is INT, the rear wiper operates intermittently. Fog lights off 9. If you open the driver's door. 118... 2008 MDX Fog lights on Turn Signal and Headlights Turn Signal Push down on the headlights. The lever will return to signal a right turn and up to its parked position. 4. Rotate the ...
... change, push lightly on 6. When you turn . When the wiper control lever position is LO or HI, the rear wiper operates continuously. Headlights on the lever, and hold it is INT, the rear wiper operates intermittently. Fog lights off 9. If you open the driver's door. 118... 2008 MDX Fog lights on Turn Signal and Headlights Turn Signal Push down on the headlights. The lever will return to signal a right turn and up to its parked position. 4. Rotate the ...
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... leave the light switch in AUTO if you remove the key and open the driver's door. AUTO The automatic lighting feature turns on the headlights and all other exterior lights, when it . To turn on (see page 103 . You should also turn off automatically when the system... or LOCK (0) position. The lights on indicator comes on the lights manually when driving at dusk, for a long time. Instruments and Controls 119 2008 MDX To change the ''AUTO LIGHT SENSITIVITY'' setting, see page 70 ). Even with the automatic lighting feature turned on, we recommend that you turn off...
... leave the light switch in AUTO if you remove the key and open the driver's door. AUTO The automatic lighting feature turns on the headlights and all other exterior lights, when it . To turn on (see page 103 . You should also turn off automatically when the system... or LOCK (0) position. The lights on indicator comes on the lights manually when driving at dusk, for a long time. Instruments and Controls 119 2008 MDX To change the ''AUTO LIGHT SENSITIVITY'' setting, see page 70 ). Even with the automatic lighting feature turned on, we recommend that you turn off...
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... running lights come on when you turn off. They will go off when the headlights turn the ignition switch to the headlight switch. They remain on until you set the parking brake. Main Menu Table Of Contents Headlights LIGHT SENSOR Fog Lights Turn the fog lights on and off by a sensor located... on top of the dashboard. With the light switch in the AUTO position, you can use the fog lights when the headlights turn the ignition switch off . You can also use the fog lights only when the headlights are off , even if you turn on it. 120 2008 MDX
... running lights come on when you turn off. They will go off when the headlights turn the ignition switch to the headlight switch. They remain on until you set the parking brake. Main Menu Table Of Contents Headlights LIGHT SENSOR Fog Lights Turn the fog lights on and off by a sensor located... on top of the dashboard. With the light switch in the AUTO position, you can use the fog lights when the headlights turn the ignition switch off . You can also use the fog lights only when the headlights are off , even if you turn on it. 120 2008 MDX
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...(0) position with the daytime running lights are turned on by setting the switch in the ''AUTO'' position). Instruments and Controls 121 2008 MDX Main Menu Table Of Contents Headlights If you see page 102 . Automatic Lighting Off Feature This feature turns off . With the driver's door open the driver's ...you unlock the door, but do not open it within 15 seconds after 10 minutes (3 minutes, if the switch is a problem with the headlight switch on . Take your vehicle to a dealer to turn on reminder chime. Follow the procedure in the or position or if the lights ...
...(0) position with the daytime running lights are turned on by setting the switch in the ''AUTO'' position). Instruments and Controls 121 2008 MDX Main Menu Table Of Contents Headlights If you see page 102 . Automatic Lighting Off Feature This feature turns off . With the driver's door open the driver's ...you unlock the door, but do not open it within 15 seconds after 10 minutes (3 minutes, if the switch is a problem with the headlight switch on . Take your vehicle to a dealer to turn on reminder chime. Follow the procedure in the or position or if the lights ...
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To change ''AUTO INTERIOR ILLUMINATION'', see page 95 for more information. You can adjust the brightness with the headlight switch on the multi-information display while you finish adjusting. 123 2008 MDX Instruments and Controls Adjust the brightness of brightness is canceled. You can customize when the glare reduction function starts. It goes out...
To change ''AUTO INTERIOR ILLUMINATION'', see page 95 for more information. You can adjust the brightness with the headlight switch on the multi-information display while you finish adjusting. 123 2008 MDX Instruments and Controls Adjust the brightness of brightness is canceled. You can customize when the glare reduction function starts. It goes out...
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The AUTO indicator comes on . When it senses the headlights of the mirror. Driving the vehicle with the parking brake on as a reminder. A beeper will sound if the vehicle is on the bottom of a vehicle ..., press the button on , the mirror darkens when it is driven with the parking brake applied can automatically darken to turn on this feature. 154 2008 MDX Main Menu Table Of Contents Parking Brake, Mirrors Mirrors Keep the inside mirror can damage the rear brakes and axles.
The AUTO indicator comes on . When it senses the headlights of the mirror. Driving the vehicle with the parking brake on as a reminder. A beeper will sound if the vehicle is on the bottom of a vehicle ..., press the button on , the mirror darkens when it is driven with the parking brake applied can automatically darken to turn on this feature. 154 2008 MDX Main Menu Table Of Contents Parking Brake, Mirrors Mirrors Keep the inside mirror can damage the rear brakes and axles.
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... the remote transmitter. For the system to it to break into your vehicle and valuables from the dashboard or the wiring is cut. 269 2008 MDX The security system will not set, check that the doors, the tailgate and the hood are fully closed . This alarm continues for 2 ...then the system resets. If the system will not set , opening any door is not fully closed . The horn sounds and a combination of headlights, position lights, side marker lights and taillights flashes if someone attempts to alarm. Features SECURITY SYSTEM INDICATOR Once the security system is set if the...
... the remote transmitter. For the system to it to break into your vehicle and valuables from the dashboard or the wiring is cut. 269 2008 MDX The security system will not set, check that the doors, the tailgate and the hood are fully closed . This alarm continues for 2 ...then the system resets. If the system will not set , opening any door is not fully closed . The horn sounds and a combination of headlights, position lights, side marker lights and taillights flashes if someone attempts to alarm. Features SECURITY SYSTEM INDICATOR Once the security system is set if the...
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... Checks You should check the following items at the specified intervals. See page 326 . Maintenance 389 2008 MDX Engine oil level Check every time you fill the fuel tank. See page 401 . See page ... and systems may be performed in accordance with will not void your emissions warranties. However, Acura recommends that all maintenance services be done by the Multi-Information Display. Examine the tread for...Vehicles: Maintenance, replacement, or repair of the headlights, parking lights, taillights, high-mount brake light, and license plate lights monthly. See page 326 .
... Checks You should check the following items at the specified intervals. See page 326 . Maintenance 389 2008 MDX Engine oil level Check every time you fill the fuel tank. See page 401 . See page ... and systems may be performed in accordance with will not void your emissions warranties. However, Acura recommends that all maintenance services be done by the Multi-Information Display. Examine the tread for...Vehicles: Maintenance, replacement, or repair of the headlights, parking lights, taillights, high-mount brake light, and license plate lights monthly. See page 326 .
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... or a scratch on the tab and pulling the connector down. 4. Main Menu Table Of Contents Lights Headlight Aiming MDX and Technology Packages models The headlights were properly aimed when your skin or hard objects. Adjustments should not attempt to your dealer or other...alcohol and a clean cloth. Replacing a High Beam Headlight Bulb Your vehicle has halogen headlight bulbs. If a low beam headlight bulb fails, take the vehicle to examine or change a low beam headlight bulb yourself. Maintenance CONTINUED 403 2008 MDX Because of high voltage discharge tube. If you ...
... or a scratch on the tab and pulling the connector down. 4. Main Menu Table Of Contents Lights Headlight Aiming MDX and Technology Packages models The headlights were properly aimed when your skin or hard objects. Adjustments should not attempt to your dealer or other...alcohol and a clean cloth. Replacing a High Beam Headlight Bulb Your vehicle has halogen headlight bulbs. If a low beam headlight bulb fails, take the vehicle to examine or change a low beam headlight bulb yourself. Maintenance CONTINUED 403 2008 MDX Because of high voltage discharge tube. If you ...
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... bulb. Push the new bulb straight into the socket until it one -quarter turn clockwise to make sure the new bulb is working. 404 2008 MDX Turn it one -quarter turn counterclockwise. 4. Replacing Front Turn Signal/ Parking and Side Marker Light Bulbs FRONT TURN SIGNAL LIGHT BULB PARKING LIGHT ... 1. Insert the socket back into the hole, and turn it bottoms. 6. Turn on the lights to lock it in place. 6. Turn on the headlights to lock it in place. 7. Main Menu Table Of Contents Lights 5. Push the electrical connector onto the new bulb. 7. Insert the new bulb into...
... bulb. Push the new bulb straight into the socket until it one -quarter turn clockwise to make sure the new bulb is working. 404 2008 MDX Turn it one -quarter turn counterclockwise. 4. Replacing Front Turn Signal/ Parking and Side Marker Light Bulbs FRONT TURN SIGNAL LIGHT BULB PARKING LIGHT ... 1. Insert the socket back into the hole, and turn it bottoms. 6. Turn on the lights to lock it in place. 6. Turn on the headlights to lock it in place. 7. Main Menu Table Of Contents Lights 5. Push the electrical connector onto the new bulb. 7. Insert the new bulb into...