ACURA MDX 2023 Display Gauges and Indicators User Guide

The innovative display gauges and indicators system in the 2023 Acura MDX makes driving this high-end and highly advanced car a real pleasure. As the top-of-the-line luxury SUV, the MDX has a cutting-edge digital display that goes beyond the typical instrument panel and gives drivers a lot of information and ways to customise the experience. This digital cockpit shows important information like speed, fuel level, and engine temperature. It also includes more advanced features like navigation directions, entertainment settings, safety system indicators, and real-time performance data. The 2023 Acura MDX has different display modes and customization options so that drivers can make the panel fit their needs. This makes driving easier, safer, and more fun overall. This article covers a wide range of questions and answers about the 2023 Acura MDX’s display gauges and indicators system. It gives owners a full understanding of this important part of their luxury SUV by explaining how it works, what customization options are available, and what the different symbols and warnings mean.

2023 Acura MDX Specs, Price, Features, Mileage (Brochure)

Indicators

Indicators come on/blink depending on the condition of the vehicle. Messages may display on the Driver Information Interface at the same time. Please take the appropriate action outlined in the message, such as contacting a dealer.

1. When you set the power mode to ON, these indicators come on to indicate that system checks are being performed. They go off a few seconds later or after the engine has started. If an indicator does not come on or turn off, there may be a malfunction in the corresponding system. To resolve the issue, follow the instructions in the owner’s manual.

* Not available on all models

Indicator	Name	On/Blinking	Explanation
U.S. Canada (Red)	Parking Brake and Brake System Indicator (Red)	Comes on when the parking brake is applied, and goes off when it is released.	The beeper sounds and the indicator comes on if you drive with the parking brake applied. Comes on for about 30 seconds when you apply the electric parking brake while the power mode is in ACCESSORY or VEHICLE OFF, then goes off. Stays on for about 30 seconds when you set the power mode to VEHICLE OFF while the electric parking brake is applied, then goes off.
		Comes on when the brake fluid level is low.	Comes on while driving – Make sure the parking brake is released. Stop in a safe place and check the brake fluid level. What to do when the indicator comes on while driving

Indicator	Name	On/Blinking	Explanation
U.S. Canada (Red)	Parking Brake and Brake System Indicator (Red)	Comes on if there is a problem with the brake system.	Comes on along with the ABS indicator – Have your vehicle checked by a dealer. If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On or Blinks  Comes on along with the Parking Brake and Brake System Indicator (amber) – Immediately stop in a safe place. Contact a dealer for repair. The brake pedal becomes harder to operate. Depress the pedal further than you normally do. If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On or Blinks at the Same Time When the Brake System Indicator (Amber) Comes On  Blinks and the Parking Brake and Brake System Indicator (amber) comes on at the same time – There is a problem with the electric parking brake system. The parking brake may not be set. Avoid using the parking brake and have your vehicle checked by a dealer immediately. 2 If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On or Blinks at the Same Time When the Brake System Indicator (Amber) Comes On

Indicator	Name	On/Blinking	Explanation
U.S. Canada (Amber)	Parking Brake and Brake System Indicator (Amber)	Comes on if there is a problem with a system related to braking other than the conventional brake system.	Comes on while driving – Avoid high speeds and sudden braking. Take the vehicle to a dealer immediately.
		Comes on if there is a problem with the electric parking brake system and/or the automatic brake hold system.	Stays on constantly – Avoid using the parking brake and have your vehicle checked by a dealer immediately.
		Comes on if there is a problem with the radar sensor. Indicator may come on temporarily when the Maximum Load Limit is exceeded.	Make sure the total load is within the Maximum Load Limit. Maximum Load Limit  Stays on constantly – Have your vehicle checked by a dealer.
	Automatic Brake Hold System Indicator	Comes on when the automatic brake hold system is on.	Automatic Brake Hold
U.S. Canada	Automatic Brake Hold Indicator	Comes on when the automatic brake hold is activated.	Automatic Brake Hold

Indicator	Name	On/Blinking	Explanation
	Malfunction Indicator Lamp	After you have set the power mode to ON, the vehicle performs system checks. However, if the readiness codes have not been set by that time, this indicator will blink five times and then go off.	Readiness codes are part of the on-board diagnostics for the emissions control systems. Testing of Readiness Codes
		Comes on if there is a problem with the emissions control systems. Blinks when a misfire in the engine’s cylinders is detected.	If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes On or Blinks
	Charging System Indicator	Comes on when there is a problem with the charging system.	Stop in a safe place and contact a dealer immediately. Checking the Battery If the Charging System Indicator Comes On
	Gear Position Indicator	Indicates the current gear selection.	Shifting
	M (sequential mode) Indicator/ Sequential Mode Gear Selection Indicator	Comes on when the sequential mode is applied.	Sequential Mode

Indicator	Name	On/Blinking	Explanation
	Transmission System Indicator	The current gear selection blinks if the transmission system has a problem.	Blinks while driving Performance may be reduced. Avoid sudden starts and acceleration and have your vehicle checked by a dealer immediately.
		The indicated current gear selection blinks if you cannot put the transmission into (R due to a transmission system failure. The indicated current gear selection blinks if the transmission system has a problem and the performance of the vehicle is reduced.	Avoid sudden starts, sudden acceleration and high speed, and have your vehicle checked by a dealer immediately.
		The indicated current gear selection blinks if the transmission system has a problem and the paddle shifters cannot be used.	Have your vehicle checked by a dealer immediately.
		The current gear position or all the gear positions blink if there is a problem with the transmission and the vehicle is no longer able to run.	Immediately park your vehicle in a safe place. 2 Emergency Towing  Have your vehicle checked by a dealer.
		The current gear position or all the gear positions blink if there is a problem with the transmission and it is not possible to select (P.	Depending on the circumstances, you can set the power mode to ON as an emergency measure. 2 If the Transmission System Indicator Blinks along with the Warning Message  While the vehicle is stopped, apply the parking brake.  Have your vehicle checked by a dealer immediately.

Indicator	Name	On/Blinking	Explanation
	Auto Idle Stop Indicator (Green)	●  Comes on when Auto Idle Stop is in operation. The engine automatically shuts off.	Auto Idle Stop
	Auto Idle Stop OFF Indicator	●  Comes on when the Auto Idle Stop system has been turned off by the Auto Idle Stop system OFF button.	Auto Idle Stop System ON/OFF
	Auto Idle Stop System Indicator (Amber)	Blinks if there is a problem with the Auto Idle Stop system.	Blinks Have your vehicle checked by a dealer.

Indicator	Name	On/Blinking	Explanation
	Auto Idle Stop Suspend Indicator	Comes on while Auto Idle Stop is temporarily suspended in the following situations.	—
		– Brake pedal is not fully pressed	Depress the brake pedal firmly.
		– The transmission is in a position other than (D	Auto Idle Stop
		– System charging is prioritized
		– Climate control system is prioritized
		– Engine coolant temperature is not in operating range
		– The Integrated Dynamics System mode is in SPORT, SPORT+*, LIFT*, SNOW or INDIVIDUAL mode (when the Auto Idle Stop setting is set to Disabled).	Auto Idle Stop Customizing the INDIVIDUAL Settings
		The battery temperature is too low. Auto Idle Stop does not activate for some reason.	Auto Idle Stop
		—	If you press and hold the Auto Idle Stop OFF button, you can select whether to display the status messages or not.

Indicator	Name	On/Blinking	Explanation
	Seat Belt Reminder Indicator	Blinks and the beeper sounds for a few seconds if you are not wearing a seat belt when you set the power mode to ON, then the indicator comes on. If the front passenger is not wearing a seat belt, the indicator comes on a few seconds later. Blinks while driving if you and/or the front passenger has not fastened a seat belt. The beeper sounds and the indicator blinks at regular intervals.	The beeper stops and the indicator goes off when you and the front passenger fasten their seat belts. Stays on after you and/or the front passenger has fastened the seat belt(s) – A detection error may have occurred in the sensor. Have your vehicle checked by a dealer. Seat Belt Reminder
	Low Fuel Indicator (Amber)	Comes on when the fuel reserve is running low (approximately 2.77 U.S. gal./10.5 Liter left).	Comes on – Refuel your vehicle as soon as possible.
		Blinks if there is a problem with the fuel gauge.	Blinks – Have your vehicle checked by a dealer.
	High Temperature Indicator (Red)	Blinks when the engine coolant temperature goes up, and stays on if the temperature continues to rise.	•  Blinks while driving – Drive slowly to prevent overheating.

Indicator	Name	On/Blinking	Explanation
	Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) Indicator	Comes on if there is a problem with the ABS.	Stays on constantly – Have your vehicle checked by a dealer. With this indicator on, your vehicle still has normal braking ability but no anti-lock function. Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)
	Supplemental Restraint System Indicator	Comes on if a problem with any of the following is detected: Supplemental restraint system Side airbag system Side curtain airbag system Seat belt tensioner	Stays on constantly – Have your vehicle checked by a dealer.
	Electric Power Steering (EPS) System Indicator	Comes on if there is a problem with the EPS system.	Stays on constantly – Have your vehicle checked by a dealer. Do not drive displays on the driver information interface – Immediately stop in a safe place and contact a dealer. If the Electric Power Steering (EPS) System Indicator Comes On

Indicator	Name	On/Blinking	Explanation
	Vehicle Stability AssistTM (VSA®) System Indicator	●  Blinks when VSA® or trailer stability assist is active.	—
		●  Comes on if there is a problem with the VSA® system, brake assist system*, hill start assist, starting assist brake function or trailer stability assist.	Stays on constantly – Have your vehicle checked by a dealer. Vehicle Stability AssistTM (VSA®), aka Electronic Stability Control (ESC), System  Trailer Stability Assist  Hill start assist system  Brake Assist System  Starting Assist Brake Function  When Trailer Stability Assist Problem is displayed on the driver information interface, the VSA® does not activate.
		●  Comes on if the VSA® system is deactivated temporarily after the battery has been disconnected, then re-connected.	Drive a short distance at more than 12 mph (20 km/h). The indicator should go off. If it does not, have your vehicle checked by a dealer.
	Vehicle Stability AssistTM (VSA®) OFF Indicator	●  Comes on when you partially disable VSA®.	VSA® On and Off

Indicator	Name	On/Blinking	Explanation
	Low Tire Pressure/ TPMS Indicator	Comes on if the tire pressure of any of the tires becomes low.	Comes on while driving – Stop in a safe place, check tire pressures, and inflate the tire(s) if necessary.
		Blinks for about one minute, and then stays on if there is a problem with the TPMS with Tire Fill Assist, or when a compact spare tire* is temporarily installed.	Blinks and remains on – Have your vehicle checked by a dealer. If the vehicle is fitted with a compact spare tire*, get your regular tire repaired or replaced and put back on your vehicle as soon as you can.
		Comes on if the TPMS is deactivated temporarily after the battery has been disconnected, then reconnected.	Drive a short distance at more than 12 mph (20 km/h). The indicator should go off. If it does not, have your vehicle checked by a dealer.
	Dynamic Lift Mode Indicator*	Comes on when the suspension is being adjusted or Dynamic Mode is set to LIFT.	The current height of the vehicle is shown using the bars. The number of bars will increase and decrease depending on the height of the vehicle. The target height of the vehicle is shown using the arrows . Acura Integrated Dynamics System

Indicator	Name	On/Blinking	Explanation
	Turn Signal and Hazard Warning Indicators	Blinks when you operate the turn signal lever. Blink along with all turn signals when you press the hazard warning button.	Does not blink or blinks rapidly – Have your vehicle checked by a dealer.
	High Beam Indicator	Comes on when the high beam headlights are on.	—
	Lights On Indicator	Comes on when the parking, tail, and other external lights are on.	Light Switches
	Fog Light Indicator*	Comes on when the fog lights are on.	Fog Lights*
	Auto High-Beam Indicator	Comes on when all the operating conditions of the auto high-beam are met.	Auto High-Beam

Indicator	Name	On/Blinking	Explanation
U.S. Indicator Canada Indicator	Immobilizer System Indicator	Blinks if the immobilizer system cannot recognize the key information.	Blinks – You cannot start the engine. Set the power mode to VEHICLE OFF*1, then select the ON mode again. Repeatedly blinks – The system may be malfunctioning. Have your vehicle checked by a dealer. Do not attempt to alter this system or add other devices to it. Electrical problems can occur.
U.S. Indicator Canada Indicator	Security System Alarm Indicator	Blinks when the security system alarm has been set.	Security System Alarm

1. Canadian models only: Apply and hold the brake pedal before selecting the ON mode.

Indicator	Name	On/Blinking	Explanation
	System Message Indicator	Comes on along with a beep when a problem is detected. A system message on the driver information interface appears at the same time.	While the indicator is on, roll the right selector wheel to see the message again. Switching the Display  Refer to the Indicators information in this chapter when a system message appears on the driver information interface. Respond to the message accordingly.  The driver information interface will not return to the normal screen unless the warning is canceled, or the right selector wheel is rolled.
	Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed Follow Indicator (Amber)	Comes on if there is a problem with ACC with Low Speed Follow.	Comes on while driving – Have your vehicle checked by a dealer.
		Indicator may come on temporarily when the Maximum Load Limit is exceeded. ACC with Low-Speed Follow has been automatically canceled.	Make sure the total load is within the Maximum Load Limit. 2 Maximum Load Limit Stays on constantly – Have your vehicle checked by a dealer.
		Comes on if the ACC is deactivated temporarily after the battery has been disconnected, then re-connected.	Drive a short distance at more than 12 mph (20 km/h). The indicator should go off. If it does not, have your vehicle checked by a dealer.

Indicator	Name	On/Blinking	Explanation
	Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed Follow Indicator (White/Green)	Lights up in white when you press the button.  Lights up in green when you press the RES/+ button or SET/- button.	2 Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed Follow
	Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed Follow Interval Indicator	Comes on when Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed Follow indicator comes on.	Each time you press the interval button, the following interval (the interval behind a vehicle detected ahead of you) setting cycles through extra long, long, middle, and short following intervals. 2 To Set or Change Following-interval
	Cruise Mode Indicator (White/ Green)	Lights up in white when you change to cruise mode.  Lights up in green when you have set a speed for cruise control.	To Switch ACC with Low Speed Follow to Cruise Control

Indicator	Name	On/Blinking	Explanation
	Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) Indicator (Amber)	Comes on if there is a problem with the LKAS.	Stays on constantly – Have your vehicle checked by a dealer.
	Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) Indicator (White/Green)	Lights up in white when you press the LKAS button. Lights up in green when the LKAS is in operation.	2 Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS)
	Safety Support Indicator (Amber)	Comes on if there is a problem with Road Departure Mitigation system, CMBSTM, Low Speed Braking Control*, or blind spot information system.	Stays on constantly – Have your vehicle checked by a dealer.
		Indicator may come on temporarily when the Maximum Load Limit is exceeded.	Make sure the total load is within the Maximum Load Limit. 2 Maximum Load Limit  Stays on constantly – Have your vehicle checked by a dealer.
		Comes on if the Road Departure Mitigation system, Low Speed Braking Control* and CMBSTM are deactivated temporarily after the battery has been disconnected and then re-connected.	●  Drive a short distance at more than 12 mph (20 km/h). The indicator should go off. If it does not, have your vehicle checked by a dealer.

Indicator	Name	On/Blinking	Explanation
	Safety Support Indicator (Amber)	Comes on when Road Departure Mitigation system and/or CMBSTM shuts itself off.	Indicator may come on temporarily when passing through an enclosed space, such as a tunnel. The area around the radar sensor is blocked by dirt, mud, etc. Stop your vehicle in a safe place and wipe the debris off with a soft cloth. Indicator may take some time to go off after the radar sensor is cleaned. Have your vehicle checked by a dealer if the indicator does not go off even after you have cleaned the radar sensor. RadarSensor
			Stays on – The temperature inside the camera is too high. Use the climate control system to cool down the camera. The system activates when the temperature inside the camera cools down. Front Sensor Camera
			Stays on – The area around the camera is blocked by dirt, mud, etc. Stop your vehicle in a safe place and wipe the debris off with a soft cloth. Have your vehicle checked by a dealer if the indicator and message are still displayed even after you have cleaned the area around the camera. 2 Front Sensor Camera

Indicator	Name	On/Blinking	Explanation
	Safety Support Indicator (Amber)	Models with Low Speed Braking Control Comes on when mud, snow, or ice accumulates in the vicinity of sonar.	Remove the obstacle in the vicinity of sonar sensor. Low Speed Braking Control*  506
		Comes on when mud, snow, or ice has accumulated in the vicinity of the blind spot information system sensor.	Comes on while driving – Remove the obstacle in the vicinity of the blind spot information system sensor. Blind Spot Information System
	Safety Support Indicator (Green/ Gray)	Lights up in green when Road Departure Mitigation system, CMBSTM, Low Speed Braking Control*, and blind spot information system are on.  Lights up in green and gray when Road Departure Mitigation system, CMBSTM, Low Speed Braking Control*, or blind spot information system, or any two or three of these systems are off.  Lights up in gray when Road Departure Mitigation system, CMBSTM, Low Speed Braking Control*, and blind spot information system are off.	Road Departure Mitigation On and Off CMBSTM On and Off  Blind spot Information system On and Off System On and Off

2023 Acura MDX Specs, Price, Features, Mileage (Brochure)

Gauges and Displays

Gauges
Gauges include the speedometer, fuel gauge, and other related indicators. They are displayed when the power mode is in ON.

• Speedometer
  Displays your driving speed in mph or km/h.
• Tachometer
  Shows the number of engine revolutions per minute.
• Fuel Gauge
  Displays the amount of fuel left in the fuel tank.

Speedometer
You can set the speedometer and the displayed measurements to read in either km/h or mph.

• Gauge Settings
  Customized Features

Fuel Gauge
NOTICE
You should refuel when the reading approaches E Running out of fuel can cause the engine to misfire, damaging the catalytic converter.
The actual amount of remaining fuel may differ from the fuel gauge reading.

• Temperature Gauge
  Displays the temperature of the engine coolant.
• Odometer
  Shows the total number of miles or kilometers that your vehicle has accumulated.
• Outside Temperature
  Shows the outside temperature in Fahrenheit (U.S.) or Celsius (Canada).
  Adjusting the outside temperature display
  Adjust the temperature reading by up to ±5°F or ±3°C if the temperature reading seems incorrect.

Temperature Gauge
NOTICE
Driving with the temperature gauge reading in the upper zone can cause serious engine damage. Pull safely to the side of the road and allow engine temperature to return to normal.
Overheating

Outside Temperature
The temperature sensor is in the front bumper. Road heat and exhaust from another vehicle can affect the temperature reading when your vehicle speed is less than 19 mph (30 km/h).
It may take several minutes for the display to be updated after the temperature reading has stabilized.
You can adjust the temperature reading.
Customized Features 

Speed Limit Information

Shows the current speed limit based on either information compiled through the navigation system* or speed limit signs captured by the front sensor camera.

Current Mode for ACC with Low Speed Follow, LKAS, and Traffic Jam Assist
Shows the current mode for ACC with Low Speed Follow, LKAS, and traffic jam assist.

• Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed Follow
• Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) 
• Traffic Jam Assist

Range
Shows the estimated distance you can travel on the remaining fuel. This estimated distance is based on the vehicle’s current fuel economy.

Speed Limit Information
The speed limit displayed on the screen may differ to the actual speed limit.
The speed limit for some roads is not displayed.

Models with navigation system
You can select whether the source of the speed limit information is the front sensor camera or the navigation system.
You can also turn off speed limit information.
Customized Features

Models without navigation system
You can turn on or off the speed limit information.
Customized Features 

Current Mode for ACC with Low-Speed Follow, LKAS, and Traffic Jam Assist
When you set speed for ACC with Low Speed Follow or cruise control, a set speed mark will be displayed on the speedometer.

Power Monitor*
The Power Monitor displays relative engine power output while driving.

The Power Monitor is displayed when the Dynamic Mode is set to SPORT or INDIVIDUAL (when Gauge category is programmed to SPORT).

Power Monitor*
Engine power output is affected by driving and vehicle conditions. Power Monitor readings may vary.
You can select whether the Power Monitor is displayed when the Dynamic Mode is set to INDIVIDUAL using the Gauge category.
Acura Integrated Dynamics System

Turbo Meter*
When the turbo is producing boost, this meter indicates a rise in boost pressure.

Turbo Meter is displayed when the Dynamic Mode is set to SPORT, SPORT+, or INDIVIDUAL (when Gauge category is programmed to SPORT).
Acura Integrated Dynamics System 

Turbo Meter*
When the Dynamic Mode is in SPORT+, the peak boost value and current boost value are displayed.

Driver Information Interface (Left Side Area)
Shows the current mode for Integrated Dynamics System, audio* and phone* information, etc.

• Audio Remote Controls
  Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink®

Current Mode for Integrated Dynamics System
Shows the current mode for Integrated dynamics system.
Acura Integrated Dynamics System 

Driver Information Interface (Right Side Area)
The driver information interface shows information such as the estimated travelable distance and fuel economy of the vehicle. It also displays messages such as warnings and other helpful information.
When a warning message displays, please check the message and contact a dealer and have the vehicle inspected if necessary. Please refer to the pages below if the Engine oil pressure low., Engine temperature too hot. or Slow down! Reduced stopping power message is displayed.

• If the Engine oil pressure low Warning Appears
  Overheating 
  If the Slow down! Reduced stopping power Warning Appears*

Switching the Display
Roll the right selector wheel to view different types of content.

* Not available on all models

Trip Computer
Move the right selector wheel to the right or left to switch between trip computer A and trip computer B.

Trip meter
Shows the total number of miles or kilometers driven since the last reset. Meters A and B can be used to measure two separate trips.

Resetting a trip meter
To reset the trip meter, display it, press and hold the right selector wheel.

• The trip meter is reset to 0.0.
•  
• Average fuel economy
  Shows the estimated average fuel economy of each trip meter in mpg or l/100 km. The display is updated at set intervals. When a trip meter is reset, the average fuel economy is also reset.
• Instant fuel economy
  Shows the instant fuel economy as a bar graph in mpg or l/100 km.
• Navigation
• Compass*
  Shows the compass screen.
• Turn-by-Turn Directions
  When driving guidance is provided by the navigation system*, Android Auto or Apple CarPlay, turn-by-turn directions to your destination appear.
  • Refer to the Navigation System Manual
  • Android AutoTM
  • Apple CarPlay

Average fuel economy
You can change when to reset the average fuel economy.
Customized Features

Navigation
You can cancel the driving guidance by pressing and holding the right selector wheel when the driving guidance is provided by the navigation system* or Android Auto.
You can select whether to have the turn-by-turn display come on or not during the route guidance.
Customized Features 
Turn-by-turn directions may not be available for all apps.

Warnings
You can check if there are any active warning messages.

Maintenance
Shows the remaining oil life and Maintenance MinderTM.
Maintenance MinderTM 

Tire Pressure Monitor
Shows each tire’s pressure.
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) with Tire Fill Assist

Warnings
If there are multiple warnings, you can move the right selector wheel to the right or left to see other warnings.

Tire Pressure Monitor
The following colors indicate the state of tire pressure:

• Green: Within tire pressure regulation.
• Amber: Above or Below tire pressure regulation.
• White: There is a problem with the system.

Gauge Settings

Press the right selector wheel when you select the Gauge Settings on the driver information interface.
Roll the right selector wheel to change Speed/Distance Units or Gauge Layout.

Speed/Distance Units
Enables you to show another unit on the driver information interface, head-up display* and audio/information screen and set the displayed measurements to read in either miles and mph or km and km/h.

Press the right selector wheel when you select the Speed/Distance Units on the driver information interface. Roll the right selector wheel to select the unit and press it. After this, a confirmation screen will appear for a few seconds.

Gauge Layout
You can change the layout, such as speedometer, tachometer and so on.

Press the right selector wheel when you select the Gauge Layout on the driver information interface. Roll the right selector wheel to select the layout and press it.

G-meter
A red circle moves around to indicate where your vehicle is currently receiving a lateral force while driving.

G-meter
The meter does not display a lateral force larger than 1.0 G.
If there is a problem with the VSA® system, the G-meter will not track the lateral force acting on the vehicle.

SH-AWD® Torque Distribution Monitor*
The indicators on the display show the amount of torque being transferred to the right front, left front, right rear, and left rear wheels.
Super Handling-All Wheel DriveTM (SH- AWD®)*

Driver Attention Monitor
The Driver Attention Monitor analyzes steering inputs to determine if the vehicle is being driven in a manner consistent with drowsy or inattentive driving. If it determines that the vehicle is being driven in such a manner, it will display the degree of the driver’s attention in the driver information interface.

When you select Driver Attention Monitor on the driver information interface, bars on it light up in white to indicate the degree of the driver’s attention.
Switching the Display

Driver Attention Monitor
The Driver Attention Monitor cannot always detect if the driver is tired or inattentive.
Regardless of the system’s feedback, if you are feeling tired, stop in a safe location and rest for as long as needed.

If two bars light up, the Driver attention level low message will appear.

If one bar lights up, the Driver attention level low. Time for a break. message will appear, a beep will sound, and the steering wheel will vibrate.
If this message appears, stop in a safe location and rest for as long as needed.

The message will disappear when the right selector wheel is pressed or when the system has determined that the driver is driving normally.
If the driver does not take a break and the monitor continues to detect that the driver is very tired, the message will appear again after approximately 15 minutes, accompanied by a beep and steering wheel vibrations.
The message does not appear when the traveling time is 30 minutes or less.

• The Driver Attention Monitor resets when:
  • The power mode is set to VEHICLE OFF.
  • The driver unfastens the seat belt and opens the door while the vehicle is stopped.
• For the Driver Attention Monitor to function:
  • The vehicle must be traveling above 25 mph (40 km/h).
  •  The electric power steering (EPS) system indicator must be off.
• Depending on driving conditions or other factors, the Driver Attention Monitor may not function in the following circumstances:
  • The steering assist function of the Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) is active. 2 Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS)
  • The condition of the road is poor, e.g. the surface is unpaved or bumpy.
  • It is windy.
  • The driver is frequently operating the vehicle in an assertive manner such as changing lanes or accelerating.
• Customizing
  You can change the Driver Attention Monitor settings. Select Tactile/Audible Alert, Tactile Alert, or OFF.
  Customized Features 

For the Driver Attention Monitor to function:
The bars in the driver information interface remain grayed out unless the Driver Attention Monitor is functioning.

Safety Support
Indicates the status of Road Departure Mitigation system, CMBSTM, Low Speed Braking Control* and blind spot information system, such as On, Off, or Failure, by color and letters.
The following colors indicate the status of any of the above-mentioned systems:

• Green: The system is on.
• Gray: The system is off.
• Amber: There is a problem with the system.

Safety Support
If a system is indicated by the color amber, have your vehicle checked by a dealer immediately.
To turn on or off each system, first press and roll the right selector wheel to select the desired item, and then press the right selector wheel.
Road Departure Mitigation On and Off
CMBSTM On and Off 
System On and Off 
Blind spot information System On and Off

You can also confirm the status of each function by the color of the safety support indicator.
Safety Support Indicator (Amber) 
Safety Support Indicator (Green/Gray) 

Even when the Low Speed Braking Control icon is green, if the parking sensor is turned off for the rear only, the brake assist will not operate when reversing.
Turning off All Rear Sensors 

Head-Up Display
Shows the currently selected Driving View information, navigation, audio and phone information, etc. You can choose which items are displayed using the left selector wheel on the steering wheel. They are displayed when the power mode is in ON.
To Change Head-Up Display Content 
Audio Remote Controls 
Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink®

The display can be moved up and down to become level with your eyes. To raise or lower the head-up display: Press and hold the  or   button until the desired position is reached.

Head-Up Display*
When you unlock and open the driver’s door with a remote transmitter or keyless access system, the head-up display adjusts automatically to one of the two preset positions.

The display also shows the following warnings.

• Lane Departure Warning: When your vehicle is too close to the traffic lane lines, the lane departure warning appears.
  Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS)
• Head-Up Warning Lights:
  Flash when the BRAKE message appears on the driver information interface.
  Collision Mitigation Braking SystemTM (CMBSTM)
  Low Speed Braking Control*
  Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with
  Low Speed Follow

To Change Head-Up Display Content
Press the APPS button and roll the left selector wheel to select Select Driving View and press the left selector wheel. Each time you move the left selector wheel to the right or left, the head-up display content will change.

Vehicle Speed
Shows your driving speed in mph or km/h.

Current Mode for ACC with Low Speed Follow, LKAS, and Traffic Jam Assist
Shows the current mode for ACC with Low Speed Follow, LKAS, and traffic jam assist.
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed Follow
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) 
Traffic Jam Assist

Speed Limit Information
Shows the current speed limit based on either information compiled through the navigation system or speed limit signs captured by the front sensor camera.

Vehicle Speed
Switch between mph and km/h by using the driver information interface or customized features on the audio/information screen.
Speed/Distance Units 
Customized Features 

Speed Limit Information
The speed limit displayed on the screen may differ to the actual speed limit.
The speed limit for some roads is not displayed.
You can select whether the source of the speed limit information is the front sensor camera or the navigation system.
You can also turn off speed limit information.
Customized Features

Navigation
Turn-by-Turn Directions
When driving guidance is provided by the navigation system, Android Auto or Apple CarPlay, turn-by-turn directions to your destination appear.
Refer to the Navigation System Manual
Android AutoTM
Apple CarPlay

Navigation
Turn-by-turn directions may not be available for all apps.

FAQ

Useful Link

View Full User Guide: ACURA MDX 2023 User Guide
Download Manuals: Acura | Owner’s Manual & Warranty | Acura Owner’s Site

2023 Acura MDX Specs, Price, Features, Mileage (Brochure)

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