2005 MDX Online Reference Owner's Manual Contents

2005 MDX Online Reference Owner's Manual

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Contents

Introduction ....................................................................................................................................... i

A Few Words About Safety................................................................................................................ ii

Important Handling Information............................................................................................ iii

Your Vehicle at a Glance................................................................................................................... 4

Driver and Passenger Safety ............................................................................................................ 7 Seat belts, SRS, and child protection.

Instruments and Controls................................................................................................................. 57 Indicators, gauges, dashboard, and steering column.

Features ............................................................................................................................................. 105 Climate, audio, rear entertainment, steering wheel, secruity, cruise control, HomeLink and Onstar

Before Driving.................................................................................................................................. 185 Fuel, vehicle break-in, and cargo loading.

Driving .............................................................................................................................................. 197 Engine and transmission operation.

Maintenance ..................................................................................................................................... 227 Schedules, fluid checking, minor services, and vehicle storage.

Taking Care of the Unexpected ...................................................................................................... 259 Flat tire, dead battery, overheating, fuses.

Technical Information..................................................................................................................... 281 Vehicle specifications, tires, fuels, and emissions controls.

Warranty and Customer Relations (U.S. and Canada) ................................................................ 295 Warranty and contact information.

Authorized Manuals (U.S. only)...................................................................................................... 299 How to order.

Index..................................................................................................................................................... I

Service Information Summary Fluid capacities and tire pressures.

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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 33S3V840

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Introduction

Congratulations! Your selection of a 2005 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 vehicle. 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.

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 vehicle, other

property, or the environment.

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.

Event Data Recorders

This vehicle is equipped with one or more recording devices commonly referred to as ``event data recorders'' or ``sensing and diagnostic modules.''

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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 198 of this manual and the Off-Highway Driving Guidelines section on page 223 . Failure to operate this vehicle correctly may result in loss of control or an accident.

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