Owner's Manual
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...(12)Occupant Position Detection System (OPDS) Sensor (11) (8) Your vehicle is equipped with Collision Mitigation Braking System™ (CMBS™) 8 2011 MDX These include a strong steel framework that forms a safety cage around the passenger compartment, front and rear crush zones, a collapsible steering column, ... your passengers can't take an active role in the correct position and always wear your passengers. (2) (1) (2) ꭧ: On models with many features that tighten the front seat belts in a crash. The following pages explain how you can contribute to protect you...
...(12)Occupant Position Detection System (OPDS) Sensor (11) (8) Your vehicle is equipped with Collision Mitigation Braking System™ (CMBS™) 8 2011 MDX These include a strong steel framework that forms a safety cage around the passenger compartment, front and rear crush zones, a collapsible steering column, ... your passengers can't take an active role in the correct position and always wear your passengers. (2) (1) (2) ꭧ: On models with many features that tighten the front seat belts in a crash. The following pages explain how you can contribute to protect you...
Owner's Manual
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... driving, the beeper will sound and the indicator will also see a ''FASTEN SEAT BELT'' or ''FASTEN PASSENGER SEAT BELT'' message on models with automatic seat belt tensioners and, on the multiinformation display (see page 86). If you and your passengers to fasten your seat belt ...turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position before the beeper stops, the indicator will flash. Driver and Passenger Safety CONTINUED 21 2011 MDX Additional Information About Your Seat Belts Seat Belt System Components Your seat belt system includes lap/ shoulder belts in the front passenger's seat, ...
... driving, the beeper will sound and the indicator will also see a ''FASTEN SEAT BELT'' or ''FASTEN PASSENGER SEAT BELT'' message on models with automatic seat belt tensioners and, on the multiinformation display (see page 86). If you and your passengers to fasten your seat belt ...turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position before the beeper stops, the indicator will flash. Driver and Passenger Safety CONTINUED 21 2011 MDX Additional Information About Your Seat Belts Seat Belt System Components Your seat belt system includes lap/ shoulder belts in the front passenger's seat, ...
Owner's Manual
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... the collision mitigation braking system™ (CMBS™) (see page 457) and the brake pedal assist function (see page 454). 24 2011 MDX If only the e-pretensioners were activated, no components need to be replaced (see page 25). In addition, the front passenger's epretensioner does...) off indicator on the instrument panel is automatically turned off because the weight sensor detects a child in the front passenger's seat. On models with Collision Mitigation Braking System™ (CMBS™) For added safety, the front seat belts are activated by a collision, both front ...
... the collision mitigation braking system™ (CMBS™) (see page 457) and the brake pedal assist function (see page 454). 24 2011 MDX If only the e-pretensioners were activated, no components need to be replaced (see page 25). In addition, the front passenger's epretensioner does...) off indicator on the instrument panel is automatically turned off because the weight sensor detects a child in the front passenger's seat. On models with Collision Mitigation Braking System™ (CMBS™) For added safety, the front seat belts are activated by a collision, both front ...
Owner's Manual
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... (14) Side Curtain Airbags (15) Side Impact Sensors (First) (16) Side Impact Sensors (Second) (17) Safing Sensor (4) (14) (16) (4) (12) (16) (14) (17) ꭧ: On models with CMBS 26 2011 MDX
... (14) Side Curtain Airbags (15) Side Impact Sensors (First) (16) Side Impact Sensors (Second) (17) Safing Sensor (4) (14) (16) (4) (12) (16) (14) (17) ꭧ: On models with CMBS 26 2011 MDX
Owner's Manual
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...(see page 32). Automatic front seat belt tensioners (see page 29). Driver and Passenger Safety ● ● ● ● ● CONTINUED 27 2011 MDX The driver's airbag is stored in the dashboard. Two side curtain airbags, one for each side of the seatbacks. Sensors that can detect whether the...front passenger's seat belt are stored in the ceiling above the side windows. Both are marked ''SIDE CURTAIN AIRBAG'' (see page 24). On models with less force (see page 30). If the seat is in the center of the seat from the front airbag. the front passenger's ...
...(see page 32). Automatic front seat belt tensioners (see page 29). Driver and Passenger Safety ● ● ● ● ● CONTINUED 27 2011 MDX The driver's airbag is stored in the dashboard. Two side curtain airbags, one for each side of the seatbacks. Sensors that can detect whether the...front passenger's seat belt are stored in the ceiling above the side windows. Both are marked ''SIDE CURTAIN AIRBAG'' (see page 24). On models with less force (see page 30). If the seat is in the center of the seat from the front airbag. the front passenger's ...
Owner's Manual
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Models SUN VISORS DASHBOARD Driver and Passenger Safety Canadian Models SUN VISORS 41 2011 MDX Please read and follow the instructions on the front visors. U.S. models) and on these labels. Protecting Children - General Guidelines To remind you of the passenger's front airbag hazards, and that children must be properly restrained in a back seat, your vehicle has warning labels on the dashboard (U.S.
Models SUN VISORS DASHBOARD Driver and Passenger Safety Canadian Models SUN VISORS 41 2011 MDX Please read and follow the instructions on the front visors. U.S. models) and on these labels. Protecting Children - General Guidelines To remind you of the passenger's front airbag hazards, and that children must be properly restrained in a back seat, your vehicle has warning labels on the dashboard (U.S.
Owner's Manual
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If a label comes off or becomes hard to read (except for a replacement. dashboard label which may be removed by the owner), contact your dealer for the U.S. They warn you of potential hazards that could cause serious injury or death. DASHBOARD U.S. models only Driver and Passenger Safety RADIATOR CAP BATTERY LABEL CONTINUED 61 2011 MDX Read these labels carefully. Safety Labels These labels are in the locations shown.
If a label comes off or becomes hard to read (except for a replacement. dashboard label which may be removed by the owner), contact your dealer for the U.S. They warn you of potential hazards that could cause serious injury or death. DASHBOARD U.S. models only Driver and Passenger Safety RADIATOR CAP BATTERY LABEL CONTINUED 61 2011 MDX Read these labels carefully. Safety Labels These labels are in the locations shown.
Owner's Manual
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Differences for the Canadian models are noted in the text. 65 2011 MDX instrument panel is shown. Instrument Panel MULTI-INFORMATION DISPLAY (P. 77) MESSAGE INDICATOR (P. 71) HIGH BEAM INDICATOR (P. 72) SH-AWD INDICATOR (P. 71) MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (P. 67) ...
Differences for the Canadian models are noted in the text. 65 2011 MDX instrument panel is shown. Instrument Panel MULTI-INFORMATION DISPLAY (P. 77) MESSAGE INDICATOR (P. 71) HIGH BEAM INDICATOR (P. 72) SH-AWD INDICATOR (P. 71) MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (P. 67) ...
Owner's Manual
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...''CHECK CMBS RADAR SENSOR'' message on the multiinformation display. It also comes on as a reminder that you have it checked. CONTINUED 73 2011 MDX Take your vehicle to your dealer to have turned off the next time you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position. ...Instrument Panel Indicators Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Indicator On models with adaptive cruise control (ACC) Cruise Main Indicator On models without adaptive cruise control (ACC) This indicator normally comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ...
...''CHECK CMBS RADAR SENSOR'' message on the multiinformation display. It also comes on as a reminder that you have it checked. CONTINUED 73 2011 MDX Take your vehicle to your dealer to have turned off the next time you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position. ...Instrument Panel Indicators Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Indicator On models with adaptive cruise control (ACC) Cruise Main Indicator On models without adaptive cruise control (ACC) This indicator normally comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ...
Owner's Manual
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...on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to your dealer, and have it checked. Blind Spot Information System (BSI) Indicator On models with blind spot information system (BSI) This indicator normally comes on , BSI is not working . When this happens, take your vehicle to the... to a dealer, and have it checked (For more information, see a ''CHECK CMBS SYSTEM'' message on , the CMBS is not working . 74 2011 MDX When this happens, take your vehicle to indicate which door and/ or the tailgate is not closed tightly. You will also see page 457. When...
...on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to your dealer, and have it checked. Blind Spot Information System (BSI) Indicator On models with blind spot information system (BSI) This indicator normally comes on , BSI is not working . When this happens, take your vehicle to the... to a dealer, and have it checked (For more information, see a ''CHECK CMBS SYSTEM'' message on , the CMBS is not working . 74 2011 MDX When this happens, take your vehicle to indicate which door and/ or the tailgate is not closed tightly. You will also see page 457. When...
Owner's Manual
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..., the pointer should rise to about the middle of the road. For instructions and precautions on checking the engine's cooling system, see page 554. model is shown. 76 2011 MDX Running out of the engine's coolant. U.S. In severe driving conditions, the pointer may show slightly more or less than the actual amount. Gauges...
..., the pointer should rise to about the middle of the road. For instructions and precautions on checking the engine's cooling system, see page 554. model is shown. 76 2011 MDX Running out of the engine's coolant. U.S. In severe driving conditions, the pointer may show slightly more or less than the actual amount. Gauges...
Owner's Manual
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... menu is illegal under U.S. It is blank, SH-AWD or TIRE PRESSURE, pressing the SEL/RESET button changes the display to ''0.0.'' CONTINUED 79 2011 MDX It measures miles in Canadian models. models and kilometers in U.S. To reset a trip meter, display it . federal law and Canadian provincial/ territorial regulations to disconnect, reset, or alter the...
... menu is illegal under U.S. It is blank, SH-AWD or TIRE PRESSURE, pressing the SEL/RESET button changes the display to ''0.0.'' CONTINUED 79 2011 MDX It measures miles in Canadian models. models and kilometers in U.S. To reset a trip meter, display it . federal law and Canadian provincial/ territorial regulations to disconnect, reset, or alter the...
Owner's Manual
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In the customizing mode, you can adjust the outside Fahrenheit temperature in Canadian models. 80 2011 MDX CANADA The temperature sensor is reset. The temperature reading can cause an incorrect temperature reading when your vehicle speed is under 19 mph (30 km... displayed. You can set Trip A and average fuel economy A to reset at the same time. This shows the outside temperature display (see page 101). models, and Celsius temperature in U.S. When you start your trip, the sensor is not fully acclimatized, therefore it may take several minutes until the proper temperature...
In the customizing mode, you can adjust the outside Fahrenheit temperature in Canadian models. 80 2011 MDX CANADA The temperature sensor is reset. The temperature reading can cause an incorrect temperature reading when your vehicle speed is under 19 mph (30 km... displayed. You can set Trip A and average fuel economy A to reset at the same time. This shows the outside temperature display (see page 101). models, and Celsius temperature in U.S. When you start your trip, the sensor is not fully acclimatized, therefore it may take several minutes until the proper temperature...
Owner's Manual
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.../100 km (Canadian models) since you last reset the Trip A or Trip B. Instruments and Controls IGN ACCESSORY (I) or LOCK (0) - Follow the message and turn off all electrical devices. ... starting (page 552) or contact your vehicle's average fuel economy in mpg (U.S. Multi-Information Display Trip Computer AVERAGE FUEL A/B This shows your dealer. CONTINUED 83 2011 MDX If the vehicle doesn't start .
.../100 km (Canadian models) since you last reset the Trip A or Trip B. Instruments and Controls IGN ACCESSORY (I) or LOCK (0) - Follow the message and turn off all electrical devices. ... starting (page 552) or contact your vehicle's average fuel economy in mpg (U.S. Multi-Information Display Trip Computer AVERAGE FUEL A/B This shows your dealer. CONTINUED 83 2011 MDX If the vehicle doesn't start .
Owner's Manual
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...ELAPSED TIME reset condition on the fuel remaining in speed, traffic, etc. You can travel on the multiinformation display (see page 103). 84 2011 MDX If you want to reset the ELAPSED TIME manually, go to the ON (II) position, ELAPSED TIME is estimated from the fuel economy you... received over the last several miles (U.S.) or kilometers (Canada), so it . models or kilometers per hour (mph) for Canadian models. To reset the AVERAGE SPEED you are traveling in miles per hour (km/h) for U.S. This shows the time passed traveled ...
...ELAPSED TIME reset condition on the fuel remaining in speed, traffic, etc. You can travel on the multiinformation display (see page 103). 84 2011 MDX If you want to reset the ELAPSED TIME manually, go to the ON (II) position, ELAPSED TIME is estimated from the fuel economy you... received over the last several miles (U.S.) or kilometers (Canada), so it . models or kilometers per hour (mph) for Canadian models. To reset the AVERAGE SPEED you are traveling in miles per hour (km/h) for U.S. This shows the time passed traveled ...
Owner's Manual
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... fuel economy to reset when you gets too close. Changes the language used in and up when the key is removed. 90 2011 MDX FUEL RESET with REFUEL ADJUST ALARM VOLUME ELAPSED TIME RESET Changes the outside mirror positions to a stored setting. Moves the steering wheel... 108 Changes the driver's seat, the steering wheel, and the outside temperature reading above or below its current reading. models ꭧ3: Default setting for Canadian models Changes the interior light sensitivity to your current trip. 103 AUTO INTERIOR ILLUMINATION POSITION SETUP (P. 106) MEMORY POSITION LINK AUTO...
... fuel economy to reset when you gets too close. Changes the language used in and up when the key is removed. 90 2011 MDX FUEL RESET with REFUEL ADJUST ALARM VOLUME ELAPSED TIME RESET Changes the outside mirror positions to a stored setting. Moves the steering wheel... 108 Changes the driver's seat, the steering wheel, and the outside temperature reading above or below its current reading. models ꭧ3: Default setting for Canadian models Changes the interior light sensitivity to your current trip. 103 AUTO INTERIOR ILLUMINATION POSITION SETUP (P. 106) MEMORY POSITION LINK AUTO...
Owner's Manual
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models Canadian models Canadian models If you sometimes find that the temperature reading is successfully completed, the display changes as shown above or below the actual temperature, you can adjust ... pressing the INFO ( / ) button repeatedly. If the ''SETTING INCOMPLETE'' message appears, go back to set the desired value. DISPLAY'' and repeat the procedure again. 100 2011 MDX When your selection is a few degrees above , and then goes back to the customize item screen. Adjust the outside temperature value by pressing the INFO...
models Canadian models Canadian models If you sometimes find that the temperature reading is successfully completed, the display changes as shown above or below the actual temperature, you can adjust ... pressing the INFO ( / ) button repeatedly. If the ''SETTING INCOMPLETE'' message appears, go back to set the desired value. DISPLAY'' and repeat the procedure again. 100 2011 MDX When your selection is a few degrees above , and then goes back to the customize item screen. Adjust the outside temperature value by pressing the INFO...
Owner's Manual
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... windshield washers. In addition, the headlight washer operates without pressing the button the first time you turn on to spray the rear window washer. 126 2011 MDX Rotate the switch clockwise to the steering wheel column. Rear Window Wiper and Washer The headlight washers can be turned on the windshield washers with... ignition switch in the ON (II) position. 1. Hold past ON to turn the rear window wiper ON. 2. Windshield Wipers and Washers Headlight Washers (On Canadian models) The headlight washers use this button.
... windshield washers. In addition, the headlight washer operates without pressing the button the first time you turn on to spray the rear window washer. 126 2011 MDX Rotate the switch clockwise to the steering wheel column. Rear Window Wiper and Washer The headlight washers can be turned on the windshield washers with... ignition switch in the ON (II) position. 1. Hold past ON to turn the rear window wiper ON. 2. Windshield Wipers and Washers Headlight Washers (On Canadian models) The headlight washers use this button.
Owner's Manual
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Technology Package with Entertainment models Both front seats are equipped with seat heaters. Turning the switch on the driver side warms the outer seat behind the front passenger seat. 156 2011 MDX Because of the sensors for the side airbag cutoff system, there is no heater in the ON (...II) position to rapidly heat up the seat. Technology Package with Entertainment, Advance Package with Entertainment and Canadian models The outer second row seat ...
Technology Package with Entertainment models Both front seats are equipped with seat heaters. Turning the switch on the driver side warms the outer seat behind the front passenger seat. 156 2011 MDX Because of the sensors for the side airbag cutoff system, there is no heater in the ON (...II) position to rapidly heat up the seat. Technology Package with Entertainment, Advance Package with Entertainment and Canadian models The outer second row seat ...
Owner's Manual
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CONTINUED 175 2011 MDX The vanity mirror light will not come on the driver's side. On models without rear entertainment system The accessory power socket is slid outward. Interior Convenience Items Vanity Mirror Accessory Power Sockets Your vehicle has two or three ... use an accessory power socket, the ignition switch must be in the ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) position. To use the vanity mirror on the model. All models have the front accessory power socket under the audio system and rear socket behind the third row seat on if the sun visor is located...
CONTINUED 175 2011 MDX The vanity mirror light will not come on the driver's side. On models without rear entertainment system The accessory power socket is slid outward. Interior Convenience Items Vanity Mirror Accessory Power Sockets Your vehicle has two or three ... use an accessory power socket, the ignition switch must be in the ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) position. To use the vanity mirror on the model. All models have the front accessory power socket under the audio system and rear socket behind the third row seat on if the sun visor is located...