Owner's Manual
Page 146
Also check that passengers, especially children, do not have their hands on the edge of the tailgate or on both sides. If there is snow or ice on the tailgate, make sure passengers and objects are damaged, the power tailgate does not function properly. Be careful not to remove it .... The vehicle is covered with snow or ice. ● ● 142 2011 MDX When the tailgate or the roof is parked on the tailgate. The power tailgate may not reverse immediately. You need to be reset...
Also check that passengers, especially children, do not have their hands on the edge of the tailgate or on both sides. If there is snow or ice on the tailgate, make sure passengers and objects are damaged, the power tailgate does not function properly. Be careful not to remove it .... The vehicle is covered with snow or ice. ● ● 142 2011 MDX When the tailgate or the roof is parked on the tailgate. The power tailgate may not reverse immediately. You need to be reset...
Owner's Manual
Page 166
... the moonroof runs into any obstacle while it is almost closed. Auto reverse stops sensing when the moonroof is closing it is covered with snow or ice, you can cause serious injury. Moonroof To tilt up the moonroof, push the center of the moonroof before closing the moonroof... are away from tilting up fully, push the moonroof switch forward. To open the moonroof in below-freezing temperatures, or when it . 162 2011 MDX The moonroof will reverse direction, and then stop the moonroof from the moonroof before opening or closing automatically, it . If you try to the...
... the moonroof runs into any obstacle while it is almost closed. Auto reverse stops sensing when the moonroof is closing it is covered with snow or ice, you can cause serious injury. Moonroof To tilt up the moonroof, push the center of the moonroof before closing the moonroof... are away from tilting up fully, push the moonroof switch forward. To open the moonroof in below-freezing temperatures, or when it . 162 2011 MDX The moonroof will reverse direction, and then stop the moonroof from the moonroof before opening or closing automatically, it . If you try to the...
Owner's Manual
Page 350
...Adaptive cruise control (ACC) allows you to maintain a set speed. Important Safety Precautions As with ice or snow). ● ● ● ● ● ● 346 2011 MDX On winding roads. For more information on the multiinformation display. Inappropriate use of your vehicle at a safe ...gate, interchange, service area, parking area, etc. In heavy traffic. the slower you and your vehicle. In bad weather (rain, fog, snow, etc.) On a slippery road (for example a road covered with any system, there are limits to your vehicle speed accordingly. The distance...
...Adaptive cruise control (ACC) allows you to maintain a set speed. Important Safety Precautions As with ice or snow). ● ● ● ● ● ● 346 2011 MDX On winding roads. For more information on the multiinformation display. Inappropriate use of your vehicle at a safe ...gate, interchange, service area, parking area, etc. In heavy traffic. the slower you and your vehicle. In bad weather (rain, fog, snow, etc.) On a slippery road (for example a road covered with any system, there are limits to your vehicle speed accordingly. The distance...
Owner's Manual
Page 359
Poor weather (rain, fog, snow, etc.) When the radar sensor in the instrument panel goes off. ● ● ● ● CONTINUED 355 2011 MDX The vehicle ahead of you do any of these actions: ● ● Push the CANCEL button on the steering wheel. Press the MAIN button. Any ...
Poor weather (rain, fog, snow, etc.) When the radar sensor in the instrument panel goes off. ● ● ● ● CONTINUED 355 2011 MDX The vehicle ahead of you do any of these actions: ● ● Push the CANCEL button on the steering wheel. Press the MAIN button. Any ...
Owner's Manual
Page 428
... 45 mph (75 km/h). Trailers, car top carriers, roof racks and bike racks are more efficient when warmed up of snow or mud on your vehicle's underside adds weight and rolling resistance. Frequent cleaning helps your vehicle - It puts a ... manual transmission, you reduce the drag. Drive Efficiently ● Drive moderately - Rapid acceleration, abrupt cornering, and hard braking increase fuel consumption. 424 2011 MDX Avoid excessive idling - Idling results in 0 miles per gallon (0 kms per liter). ● ● ● ● ● ●...
... 45 mph (75 km/h). Trailers, car top carriers, roof racks and bike racks are more efficient when warmed up of snow or mud on your vehicle's underside adds weight and rolling resistance. Frequent cleaning helps your vehicle - It puts a ... manual transmission, you reduce the drag. Drive Efficiently ● Drive moderately - Rapid acceleration, abrupt cornering, and hard braking increase fuel consumption. 424 2011 MDX Avoid excessive idling - Idling results in 0 miles per gallon (0 kms per liter). ● ● ● ● ● ●...
Owner's Manual
Page 439
Remove frost, snow, or ice. 2. Check that any items you drive your vehicle. 1. Fasten your passengers have fastened their seat belts (see page 16). If a tire looks low, ... that your seat belt. Check that the hood is fully closed and locked. 9. Check the steering wheel adjustment (see pages 65, 76 and 86). 435 2011 MDX Preparing to check its pressure. 4. When you start the engine, check the gauges and indicators in the instrument panel, and the messages on the multi...
Remove frost, snow, or ice. 2. Check that any items you drive your vehicle. 1. Fasten your passengers have fastened their seat belts (see page 16). If a tire looks low, ... that your seat belt. Check that the hood is fully closed and locked. 9. Check the steering wheel adjustment (see pages 65, 76 and 86). 435 2011 MDX Preparing to check its pressure. 4. When you start the engine, check the gauges and indicators in the instrument panel, and the messages on the multi...
Owner's Manual
Page 449
... 6th Normal acceleration 15 mph (24 km/h) 25 mph (40 km/h) 40 mph (64 km/h) 45 mph (72 km/h) 50 mph (80 km/h) Driving 445 2011 MDX Starting in second gear helps to reduce wheelspin in the highest gear that lets the engine run and accelerate smoothly. Recommended Shift Points Drive in... deep snow or on a slippery surface. You will give you are recommended: Shift Up 1st to 2nd 2nd to 3rd 3rd to 4th 4th to 5th 5th...
... 6th Normal acceleration 15 mph (24 km/h) 25 mph (40 km/h) 40 mph (64 km/h) 45 mph (72 km/h) 50 mph (80 km/h) Driving 445 2011 MDX Starting in second gear helps to reduce wheelspin in the highest gear that lets the engine run and accelerate smoothly. Recommended Shift Points Drive in... deep snow or on a slippery surface. You will give you are recommended: Shift Up 1st to 2nd 2nd to 3rd 3rd to 4th 4th to 5th 5th...
Owner's Manual
Page 459
...brakes. Driving Let the ABS work for the brakes to occasionally squeal or squeak when you are trying to as ''stomp and steer.'' CONTINUED 455 2011 MDX This is connected with the right-rear brake, etc.). However, you may hear some noise. Each circuit works diagonally across the vehicle (the left...-front brake is sometimes referred to stop on snow or ice. If one circuit should never pump the brake pedal. You will still have braking at two wheels. On dry pavement, you will ...
...brakes. Driving Let the ABS work for the brakes to occasionally squeal or squeak when you are trying to as ''stomp and steer.'' CONTINUED 455 2011 MDX This is connected with the right-rear brake, etc.). However, you may hear some noise. Each circuit works diagonally across the vehicle (the left...-front brake is sometimes referred to stop on snow or ice. If one circuit should never pump the brake pedal. You will still have braking at two wheels. On dry pavement, you will ...
Owner's Manual
Page 460
The brakes still work like a conventional system, but without anti-lock. 456 2011 MDX You should have your vehicle repaired by your vehicle as soon as possible. If the indicator comes on while driving, test the brakes as gravel or or snow, than a vehicle without anti-lock. Avoid sudden hard braking which could cause...
The brakes still work like a conventional system, but without anti-lock. 456 2011 MDX You should have your vehicle repaired by your vehicle as soon as possible. If the indicator comes on while driving, test the brakes as gravel or or snow, than a vehicle without anti-lock. Avoid sudden hard braking which could cause...
Owner's Manual
Page 462
...also see a ''CHECK CMBS RADAR SENSOR'' message on the multi-information display for concern. 458 2011 MDX This means that driving on , the radar sensor constantly scans for vehicles directly ahead of the radar... sensor. If the radar sensor cover is on a road with mud, dirt, dead leaves, wet snow, etc., or if you . If it gets dirty, clean it , the CMBS will automatically shut ...no vehicles could cause a CHECK CMBS RADAR SENSOR message to a dealer. This is located under the Acura emblem in the front grille. You will come on the multi-information display. Do not tamper with ...
...also see a ''CHECK CMBS RADAR SENSOR'' message on the multi-information display for concern. 458 2011 MDX This means that driving on , the radar sensor constantly scans for vehicles directly ahead of the radar... sensor. If the radar sensor cover is on a road with mud, dirt, dead leaves, wet snow, etc., or if you . If it gets dirty, clean it , the CMBS will automatically shut ...no vehicles could cause a CHECK CMBS RADAR SENSOR message to a dealer. This is located under the Acura emblem in the front grille. You will come on the multi-information display. Do not tamper with ...
Owner's Manual
Page 465
...comes on, and a CHECK CMBS SYSTEM message appears on , press the button again for about 1 second. ● ● ● ● CONTINUED 461 2011 MDX Driving your vehicle with the parking brake applied. Collision Mitigation Braking System™ (CMBS™) CMBS OFF Button CMBS OFF BUTTON When you do this... Driving To switch the CMBS off, press the CMBS OFF button on or off , the CMBS indicator in bad weather (rain, fog, snow, etc.). When you turn the ignition switch to shut off -road or mountainous driving. A dirty radar sensor cover on the multiinformation display.
...comes on, and a CHECK CMBS SYSTEM message appears on , press the button again for about 1 second. ● ● ● ● CONTINUED 461 2011 MDX Driving your vehicle with the parking brake applied. Collision Mitigation Braking System™ (CMBS™) CMBS OFF Button CMBS OFF BUTTON When you do this... Driving To switch the CMBS off, press the CMBS OFF button on or off , the CMBS indicator in bad weather (rain, fog, snow, etc.). When you turn the ignition switch to shut off -road or mountainous driving. A dirty radar sensor cover on the multiinformation display.
Owner's Manual
Page 466
... the CMBS off the system. If anything covers the radar sensor cover (dirt, mud, dry leaves, wet snow, etc.). ● ● ● This indicator comes on for about 1 second. 462 2011 MDX CMBS Indicator CMBS INDICATOR The CMBS indicator normally comes on under these conditions: ● When you turn the ... switch is in the ON (II) position, then press the CMBS OFF button for several seconds when you drive in bad weather (rain, snow, fog, etc.). Collision Mitigation Braking System™ (CMBS™) The CMBS will automatically switch on again if the conditions that caused it to...
... the CMBS off the system. If anything covers the radar sensor cover (dirt, mud, dry leaves, wet snow, etc.). ● ● ● This indicator comes on for about 1 second. 462 2011 MDX CMBS Indicator CMBS INDICATOR The CMBS indicator normally comes on under these conditions: ● When you turn the ... switch is in the ON (II) position, then press the CMBS OFF button for several seconds when you drive in bad weather (rain, snow, fog, etc.). Collision Mitigation Braking System™ (CMBS™) The CMBS will automatically switch on again if the conditions that caused it to...
Owner's Manual
Page 472
... VSA off . This switch is under the driver's side vent. In certain unusual conditions when your vehicle gets stuck in shallow mud or fresh snow, it with the VSA system. You should only attempt to switch the VSA on . When the VSA system is off, the traction control system... is also off . 468 2011 MDX We do not recommend driving your vehicle with the VSA and traction control systems switched off . Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA®), aka Electronic Stability ...
... VSA off . This switch is under the driver's side vent. In certain unusual conditions when your vehicle gets stuck in shallow mud or fresh snow, it with the VSA system. You should only attempt to switch the VSA on . When the VSA system is off, the traction control system... is also off . 468 2011 MDX We do not recommend driving your vehicle with the VSA and traction control systems switched off . Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA®), aka Electronic Stability ...
Owner's Manual
Page 479
...alert zone, the system may be adversely affected under the following circumstances: ● EXAMPLES GUARD RAIL POLE or TREE When objects such as heavy rain, snow and fog. ● ● The system is off ● ● ● Driving ● MOTORCYCLE ● ● The orientation of...Blind Spot Information System (BSI) BSI may not detect it, depending on its shape. The system picks up external electrical interference. CONTINUED 475 2011 MDX A vehicle is moving from a far lane to either side of the sensors has been changed. The rear bumper has been deformed, or...
...alert zone, the system may be adversely affected under the following circumstances: ● EXAMPLES GUARD RAIL POLE or TREE When objects such as heavy rain, snow and fog. ● ● The system is off ● ● ● Driving ● MOTORCYCLE ● ● The orientation of...Blind Spot Information System (BSI) BSI may not detect it, depending on its shape. The system picks up external electrical interference. CONTINUED 475 2011 MDX A vehicle is moving from a far lane to either side of the sensors has been changed. The rear bumper has been deformed, or...
Owner's Manual
Page 481
...multi-information display, and a chime sounds. Always keep the area around the radar sensors clean. OFF CONTINUED 477 2011 MDX BSI may remain on even when the BLIND SPOT NOT AVAILABLE message is displayed on the multiinformation display. OFF Driving ...ON/OFFꭧ If while driving, mud, snow, or ice accumulates in the vicinity of the alert zones, even if this message is not displayed. ꭧ: ...sounds to normal once the obstacle is off. Have your vehicle inspected by your Acura dealer.
...multi-information display, and a chime sounds. Always keep the area around the radar sensors clean. OFF CONTINUED 477 2011 MDX BSI may remain on even when the BLIND SPOT NOT AVAILABLE message is displayed on the multiinformation display. OFF Driving ...ON/OFFꭧ If while driving, mud, snow, or ice accumulates in the vicinity of the alert zones, even if this message is not displayed. ꭧ: ...sounds to normal once the obstacle is off. Have your vehicle inspected by your Acura dealer.
Owner's Manual
Page 500
...on Slopes If you can damage your tires and cause you might not have a smoother start too fast on wet soil, mud, snow, or ice, you to a stop on snow or ice. Crossing a Stream Before driving through water, test your engine. After driving through water, stop, get underway, and ...Your vehicle could stall and not be able to cover your vehicle has a high center of gravity, driving over . If they operate normally. 496 2011 MDX If you cannot continue, do it. Starting with the shift lever in the road can 't clearly see all surfaces, accelerate slowly and gradually build up...
...on Slopes If you can damage your tires and cause you might not have a smoother start too fast on wet soil, mud, snow, or ice, you to a stop on snow or ice. Crossing a Stream Before driving through water, test your engine. After driving through water, stop, get underway, and ...Your vehicle could stall and not be able to cover your vehicle has a high center of gravity, driving over . If they operate normally. 496 2011 MDX If you cannot continue, do it. Starting with the shift lever in the road can 't clearly see all surfaces, accelerate slowly and gradually build up...
Owner's Manual
Page 543
... sidewall have an allweather tread design suitable for tire size and labeling information. Advance Package, Advance Package with Entertainment models MDX, Technology Package, and U.S. For the best performance in which you can be seriously hurt or killed. Replacement wheels are... Elite Package models 19 ꭦ 8 ꀨ J (TPMS) 539 2011 MDX Wheel and Tire Specifications Wheel: MDX, Technology Package, and U.S. CONTINUED Maintenance 18 x 8 J (TPMS) U.S. They may be sure you should install snow tires or tire chains. Tires It is not possible or necessary, replace ...
... sidewall have an allweather tread design suitable for tire size and labeling information. Advance Package, Advance Package with Entertainment models MDX, Technology Package, and U.S. For the best performance in which you can be seriously hurt or killed. Replacement wheels are... Elite Package models 19 ꭦ 8 ꀨ J (TPMS) 539 2011 MDX Wheel and Tire Specifications Wheel: MDX, Technology Package, and U.S. CONTINUED Maintenance 18 x 8 J (TPMS) U.S. They may be sure you should install snow tires or tire chains. Tires It is not possible or necessary, replace ...
Owner's Manual
Page 544
... If you mount snow tires on your vehicle, make sure they are radial tires of the vehicle. Because your original tires....of the same size and load range as you would the rest of tire chains. 540 2011 MDX Tire Chains Mount tire chains on your tires when required by snow tires on the front tires. Check with chains installed. Traction devices that keeps the aluminum ...you hear them as tightly as you can be lower than your vehicle has limited tire clearance, Acura strongly recommends using the chains listed below. To clean the wheels, use of the exterior. Mount...
... If you mount snow tires on your vehicle, make sure they are radial tires of the vehicle. Because your original tires....of the same size and load range as you would the rest of tire chains. 540 2011 MDX Tire Chains Mount tire chains on your tires when required by snow tires on the front tires. Check with chains installed. Traction devices that keeps the aluminum ...you hear them as tightly as you can be lower than your vehicle has limited tire clearance, Acura strongly recommends using the chains listed below. To clean the wheels, use of the exterior. Mount...
Owner's Manual
Page 548
... replaced with the spare, this indicator begins to : 60 psi (420 kPa, 4.2 kgf/cm2) Follow these precautions: ● ● Do not mount snow chains on the same wheel. Use greater caution while driving. ● Replace the tire when you check the other tires. After several miles (kilometers) driving...tread wear indicator bars. Do not use your regular tire repaired or replaced, and put it is not designed for mounting a regular tire. 544 2011 MDX INDICATOR LOCATION MARK ● ● TREAD WEAR INDICATOR BAR Never exceed 50 mph (80 km/h). The spare tire is not designed to be ...
... replaced with the spare, this indicator begins to : 60 psi (420 kPa, 4.2 kgf/cm2) Follow these precautions: ● ● Do not mount snow chains on the same wheel. Use greater caution while driving. ● Replace the tire when you check the other tires. After several miles (kilometers) driving...tread wear indicator bars. Do not use your regular tire repaired or replaced, and put it is not designed for mounting a regular tire. 544 2011 MDX INDICATOR LOCATION MARK ● ● TREAD WEAR INDICATOR BAR Never exceed 50 mph (80 km/h). The spare tire is not designed to be ...
Owner's Manual
Page 571
If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck If your vehicle gets stuck in the front and rear bumpers. The cover is attached to pull it out (see the previous page). Front COVER Rear COVER 1. Taking Care of the cover and carefully pry with a tether. To remove the cover, put cloth on the anchors in sand, mud, or snow, call a towing service to the bumper with a small flat-tip screwdriver or a metal fingernail file. For very short distances, such as freeing the vehicle, you can use the detachable towing hook that mounts on the edge of the Unexpected CONTINUED 567 2011 MDX
If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck If your vehicle gets stuck in the front and rear bumpers. The cover is attached to pull it out (see the previous page). Front COVER Rear COVER 1. Taking Care of the cover and carefully pry with a tether. To remove the cover, put cloth on the anchors in sand, mud, or snow, call a towing service to the bumper with a small flat-tip screwdriver or a metal fingernail file. For very short distances, such as freeing the vehicle, you can use the detachable towing hook that mounts on the edge of the Unexpected CONTINUED 567 2011 MDX