2008 Acura MDX Owner's Manual - Page 71

Main Menu Table Of Contents Instrument Panel Indicators Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA) System Indicator This indicator normally comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position. If it comes on and stays on at any other time, or it does not come on when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position, there is a problem with the VSA system. You will also see a ''CHECK VSA SYSTEM'' message on the multiinformation display (see page 81 ). Take your vehicle to a dealer to have it checked. Without VSA, your vehicle still has normal driving ability, but will not have VSA traction and stability enhancement. For more information, see page 359 . This indicator may also come on if there is a problem with the trailer stability assist function (see page 375 ). VSA Activation Indicator This indicator normally comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position. For more information, see page 359 . This indicator has four functions. 1. It comes on as a reminder that you have turned off the vehicle stability assist (VSA) system. 2. It flashes when VSA is active (see page 359 ). 3. It flashes when trailer stability assist is activating (see page 375 ). 4. It comes on along with the VSA system indicator if there is a problem with the VSA system. You will also see a ''CHECK VSA SYSTEM'' message and a ''CHECK TRAILER STABILITY ASSIST'' message on the multiinformation display (see page 81 ). Turn Signal and Hazard Warning Indicators The left or right turn signal indicator blinks when you signal a lane change or turn. If an indicator does not blink or blinks rapidly, it usually means one of the turn signal bulbs is burned out (see page 404 ). Replace the bulb as soon as possible, since other drivers cannot see that you are signaling. When you press the hazard warning button, both turn signal indicators and all turn signals on the outside of the vehicle flash. Instruments and Controls 67 2008 MDX