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These labels are in the locations

shown. They warn you of potential

hazards that could cause serious

injury or death. Read these labels

carefully.

If a label comes off or becomes hard

to read (except for the U.S.

dashboard label which may be

removed by the owner), contact your

dealer for a replacement.

U.S. models only

Safety Labels

Driver and Passenger Safety

RADIATOR CAP

HOOD

DASHBOARD

BATTERY LABEL

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Important Handling Information6
Table of Contents7
Your Vehicle at a Glance9
Driver and Passenger Safety11
Important Safety Precautions12
Your Vehicle Ssafety Features13
Seat Belts14
Airbags15
Protecting Adults and Teens17
Close and Lock the Doors17
Adjust the Front Seats18
Adjust the Seat-Backs19
Adjust the Head Restraints20
Fasten and Position the Seat Belts21
Maintain a Proper Sitting Position23
Advice for Pregnant Women24
Additional Safety Precautions25
Additional Information about Your Seat Belts26
Seat Belt System Components26
Lap/Shoulder Belt27
Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners28
Seat Belt Maintenance29
Additional Information about Your Airbags30
Airbag System Components30
How Your Front Airbags Work33
How Your Side Airbags Work36
How Your Side Curtain Airbags Work38
How the SRS Indicator Works39
How the Side Airbag off Indicator Works39
How the Passenger Airbag off Indicator Works40
Airbag Service41
Additional Safety Precautions41
Protecting Children General Guidelines43
All Children Must be Restrained43
All Children Should Sit in a Back Seat44
The Passenger's Front Airbag44
Can Pose Serious Risks44
If You Must Drive with Several Children46
If a Child Requires Close Attention46
Additional Safety Precautions47
Protecting Infants and Small Children48
Protecting Infants48
Protecting Small Children49
Selecting a Child Seat51
Installing a Child Seat52
With LATCH53
With a Tether57
Protecting Larger Children60
Checking Seat Belt Fit60
Using a Booster Seat61
When Can a Child Sit in Front62
Additional Safety Precautions63
Carbon Monoxide Hazard64
Safety Labels65
Instruments and Controls67
Control Locations68
Instrument Panel69
Instrument Panel Indicators70
Gauges78
Multi-Information Display79
Controls Near the Steering Wheel121
Windshield Wipers and Washers122
Rear Window Wiper and Washer123
Turn Signal and Headlights124
Hazard Warning Button128
Rear Window Defogger128
Instrument Panel Brightness129
Steering Wheel Adjustments130
Keys and Locks132
Immobilizer System134
Ignition Switch135
Door Locks136
Childproof Door Locks137
Tailgate137
Power Tailgate138
Remote Transmitter141
Seats146
Detachable Anchor152
Seat Heaters154
Power Windows155
Moonroof158
Parking Brake159
Mirrors160
Driving Position Memory System163
Interior Lights165
Interior Convenience Items168
Beverage Holders169
Console Compartment170
Storage Compartment170
Glove Box170
Sunglasses Holder171
Cargo Hooks171
Sun Visor172
Vanity Mirror172
Accessory Power Sockets172
AC Power Outlet173
Features175
Climate Control System176
Rear Climate Controls181
Audio System186
Playing the AM/FM Radio187
(Models Without Navigation System)187
Playing the XM Satellite Radio191
Playing Discs196
Disc Changer Error Messages205
Audio System (Models with Navigation System)206
Playing the AM/FM Radio207
AM/FM Radio Reception211
Playing the XM Satellite Radio216
Playing Discs224
Disc Changer Error Messages234
Protecting Your Discs235
Auxiliary Input Jack238
Remote Audio Controls239
Radio Theft Protection241
Setting the Clock and Calendar242
Rear Entertainment System243
Security System275
Cruise Control276
Compass279
Homelink Universal Transceiver282
Bluetooth Handsfreelink286
Rearview Camera and Monitor326
Before Driving327
Break-In Period328
Fuel Recommendation328
Service Station Procedures329
Refueling329
Tighten Fuel Cap Message330
Opening and Closing the Hood331
Oil Check332
Engine Coolant Check332
Fuel Economy333
Accessories and Modifications336
Carrying Cargo338
Driving343
Driving Guidelines344
Preparing to Drive344
Starting the Engine345
Check Starting System Message346
Automatic Transmission347
Super Handling-All Wheel Drive354
(SH-AWD ® ) System354
Parking356
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)357
Braking System362
Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS)363
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA) System365
Active Damper System367
Towing a Trailer369
Trailer Stability Assist381
Off-Highway Driving Guidelines383
Maintenance387
Maintenance Safety388
Maintenance Minder389
Fluid Locations397
Engine Compartment Cover398
Adding Engine Oil399
Changing the Engine Oil and Filter400
Engine Coolant402
Windshield Washers404
Automatic Transmission Fluid405
Brake Fluid407
Power Steering Fluid408
Timing Belt408
Lights409
Dust and Pollen Filter415
Cleaning the Seat Belts415
Floor Mats416
Wiper Blades417
Tires421
Checking the Battery427
Vehicle Storage428
Taking Care of the Unexpected429
Compact Spare Tire430
Changing a Flat Tire431
If the Engine Won't Start437
Jump Starting438
If the Engine Overheats440
Low Oil Pressure Indicator442
Charging System Indicator442
Malfunction Indicator Lamp443
Brake System Indicator444
Fuses445
Fuse Locations449
Primary Under-Hood Fuse Box449
Secondary Under-Hood/Rear Fuse Box450
Interior Fuse Box451
Opening the Fuel Fill Door Manually452
Emergency Towing452
If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck453
In Sand/Mud/Snow453
Technical Information455
Identification Numbers456
Specifications458
DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles)460
Tire Labeling462
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Required Federal Explanation464
Emissions Controls466
Three Way Catalytic Converter468
Emissions Testing469
Client Service Information472
Warranty Coverages473
Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Vehicles)474
Authorized Manuals (U.S. Only)475
Authorized Manuals475
Index477
Service Information Summary490

Brand	Acura
Model	2008 MDX
Category	Automobile
Language	English

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