2003 MDX Online Reference Owner’s Manual Contents
2003 MDX Online Reference Owner's Manual
Use these links (and links throughout this manual) to navigate through this reference. For a printed owner's manual, click on authorized manuals or go to .
Contents
Owner's Identification Form
Introduction ..................................................................................................................................................... i
A Few Words About Safety .......................................................................................................................... ii
Important Handling Information .............................................................................................................iii
Your Vehicle at a Glance ...............................................................................................................................2
Driver and Passenger Safety .......................................................................................................................5 Proper use and care of your vehicle's seat belts, and Supplemental Restraint System.
Instruments and Controls...........................................................................................................................65 Instrument panel indicator and gauge, and how to use dashboard and steering column controls.
Comfort and Convenience Features.......................................................................................................133 How to operate the climate control system, the audio system, and other convenience features.
Before Driving .............................................................................................................................................235 What gasoline to use, how to break-in your new vehicle, and how to load luggage and other cargo.
Driving ...........................................................................................................................................................249 The proper way to start the engine, shift the transmission, and park, plus towing a trailer.
Maintenance .................................................................................................................................................293 The Maintenance Schedule shows you when you need to take your vehicle to the dealer.
Appearance Care.........................................................................................................................................351 Tips on cleaning and protecting your vehicle. Things to look for if your vehicle ever needs body repairs.
Taking Care of the Unexpected...............................................................................................................359 This section covers several problems motorists sometimes experience, and how to handle them.
Technical Information...............................................................................................................................387 ID numbers, dimensions, capacities, and technical information.
Warranty and Customer Relations (U.S. and Canada) ......................................................................399 A summary of the warranties covering your new Acura, and how to contact us.
Authorized Manuals (U.S. only)...............................................................................................................403 How to order manuals and other technical literature.
Index................................................................................................................................................................... I
Service Information Summary A summary of information you need when you pull up to the fuel pump.
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Owner's Identification
OWNER
ADDRESS
STREET
CITY
V. I. N. DELIVERY DATE
DEALER NAME ADDRESS
STATE/PROVINCE
ZIP CODE/ POSTAL CODE
(Date sold to original retail purchaser)
DEALER NO.
STREET
CITY
OWNER'S SIGNATURE DEALER'S SIGNATURE
STATE/PROVINCE
ZIP CODE/ POSTAL CODE
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 the MDX. You may find descriptions of equipment and features that are not on your particular model.
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 whatsoever.
POUR CLIENTS CANADIEN AVIS IMPORTANT: Si vous avez besoin d'un Manuel du Conducteur en fran?ais, veuillez demander ? votre concessionnaire de commander le num?ro de pi?ce 33S3V820
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Introduction
Congratulations! Your selection of a 2003 Acura MDX was a wise investment. It will give you years of driving pleasure.
One of the best ways to enhance the enjoyment of your new Acura is to read this manual. In it, you will learn how to operate its driving controls and convenience items. Afterwards, keep this owner's manual in your vehicle so you can refer to it at any time.
Several warranties protect your new Acura. Read the warranty booklet thoroughly so you understand the coverages and are aware of your rights and responsibilities.
Maintaining your vehicle according to the schedules given in this manual helps to keep your driving trouble-free while it preserves your investment. When your vehicle needs maintenance, keep in mind that your Acura dealer's staff is specially trained in servicing the many systems unique to your Acura. Your Acura dealer is dedicated to your satisfaction and will be pleased to answer any questions and concerns.
California Proposition 65 Warning
WARNING: This product contains or emits chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.
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 Acura, other
property, or the environment.
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A Few Words About Safety
Your safety, and the safety of others, is very important. And operating this vehicle safely is an important responsibility.
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.
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 judgement.
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 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 Reminders or Important Safety Precautions.
Safety Section such as Driver and Passenger Safety. Instructions how to use this vehicle correctly and safely.
This entire book is filled with important safety information please read it carefully.
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Important Handling Information
Your MDX has higher ground clearance than a passenger vehicle designed for use only on pavement. Higher ground clearance has many advantages for off-highway driving. It allows you to travel over bumps, obstacles, and rough terrain. It also provides good visibility so you can anticipate problems earlier.
These advantages come at some cost. Because your vehicle is taller and rides higher off the ground, it has a high center of gravity. This means your vehicle can tip or roll over if you make abrupt turns. Utility vehicles have a significantly higher rollover rate than other types of vehicles. In a rollover crash, an unbelted person is significantly more likely to die than a person wearing a seat belt. As a reminder, make sure you and your passengers always wear seat belts.
For information on how to reduce the risk of rollover, read ``Driving Guidelines'' on page 250 of this manual and the Off-Highway Guidelines section on page 285 . Failure to operate this vehicle correctly may result in loss of control or an accident.
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Your Vehicle at a Glance
INDICATOR LIGHTS (P.67) GAUGES (P.74)
POWER DOOR LOCK SWITCHES (P.93)
MIRROR CONTROLS (P.116)
SHIFT LEVER (P.254)
CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM (P.136)
AUDIO SYSTEM (P.145, 163, 183)
GLOVE BOX (P.100)
POWER WINDOW
SWITCHES (P.111)
HOOD RELEASE HANDLE (P.238)
FUEL FILL DOOR RELEASE (P.237)
PARKING BRAKE PEDAL (P.117)
REAR A/C CONTROL (P.143)
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ACCESSORY POWER SOCKET (P.125)
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Your Vehicle at a Glance
HEADLIGHTS/ TURN SIGNALS (P.79/83)
INSTRUMENT PANEL BRIGHTNESS (P.82)
MOONROOF SWITCH (P.114)
VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST SYSTEM OFF SWITCH (P.267)
CRUISE CONTROL (P.216)
VTM-4 LOCK (P.259)
REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER (P.88)
PASSENGER AIRBAG CUTOFF INDICATOR (P.58)
HAZARD WARNING LIGHTS (P.87)
LIGHT CONTROL SWITCH (P.128)
FOG LIGHTS (P.88)
REMOTE AUDIO CONTROLS (P.181)
HORN
STEERING WHEEL ADJUSTMENT (P.89)
CRUISE CONTROL (P.216)
WINDSHIELD WIPERS/WASHERS (P.83/87)
: To use the horn, press the pad around the ``A'' logo. 3
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