What does the flashing key light mean?
The flashing key — or sometimes a car outline with a key inside of it — is the security indicator light. This light flashes when the ignition switch is placed in the OFF, LOCK or ACC position. The blinking security indicator light indicates that the security system(s) equipped on the vehicle are operational.
How do you reset the anti theft system on Acura MDX?
To reset your Acura MDX anti theft system try pressing and holding the panic button or put your key in the drivers door and hold it in the unlock position for 2 seconds.
How do I turn off anti-theft system?
In order to deactivate the anti-theft system, car owners must press the unlock button located on the remote key. So it is suggested to use the key to unlock the door, then change the switch of ignition to “on” position.
What should I do if my Acura MDX won’t start?
3) After verifying #2, go engine block to the small red (?) lead. This is the “signal” lead to the starter, and should light up the test light (or deflect the meter) with the key turned. If these three tests have good results but your starter isn’t engaging, it IS a bad starter.
How to find all the Acura warning lights?
Click a link to learn more about each one. They are roughly ordered by importance, which tends to be by color (red, amber, yellow, orange, green, blue). There are over 60 of them, so search carefully! Models examined include CL, ILX, MDX, NSX, RDX, RL, RLX, TL, TLX, TSX, and ZDX.
What’s the ignition switch on an Acura MDX?
Trans switch that allows to start in Park or Neutral can be tested but again, hard to describe. If you get general power, your ignition switch is probably good. Good luck! The cables are clean and connected properly. Im going to check the start relay in a bit. its raining cats and dogs and its outside.
What do the Minder codes on an Acura mean?
The Acura Maintenance Minder codes indicate when and what service your car needs. Average rating from 11,610 customers who received a Brake Pads Replacement. Most Acura vehicles are equipped with an electronic computer system that is linked to the dashboard that tells drivers when maintenance is required.
Click a link to learn more about each one. They are roughly ordered by importance, which tends to be by color (red, amber, yellow, orange, green, blue). There are over 60 of them, so search carefully! Models examined include CL, ILX, MDX, NSX, RDX, RL, RLX, TL, TLX, TSX, and ZDX.
Why does the VSA light come on on my Acura MDX?
That’s fine most of the time, but the problem causing the VSA light in your MDX could be in one of the other control units. The VSA uses the steering angle sensor to determine if the vehicle is pointed in the direction that you are asking it go. If it is not functioning properly, it will cause the VSA light to come on.
Where can I find the MDX key immobilizer light?
You should be able to do some quick research on the options online… or maybe even find an MDXer in your area who’d let you borrow their HDS, or come over and hook it up to take a look at your car. Click to expand… Thanks for the reply. I’ll take a look into those fuses.
Where is the Immobilizer on an Acura MDX?
Fuse 13 in the passenger’s side under-dash fusebox powers the immobilizer receiver (and a bunch of other stuff you’d probably notice wasn’t working, including the driver’s seat control and navigation if your MDX has it). Fuse #6 in the driver’s side under-dash fusebox seems to be involved, too…