2012 Acura MDX Owner's Manual - Page 504

Towing a Trailer Towing Speeds and Gears Drive slower than normal in all driving situations, and obey posted speed limits for vehicles with trailers. Use the D position when towing a trailer on level roads. See ''Driving on Hills'' for additional gear information. When towing a fixed-sided trailer (e. g., camper), do not exceed 55 mph (88 km/h). At higher speeds, the trailer may sway or affect vehicle handling. If the automatic transmission fluid temperature increases and exceeds the specified limit, the A/T temperature indicator comes on (see page 72). You will also see a ''A/T TEMP HIGH'' message on the multiinformation display. Making Turns and Braking Driving on Hills When climbing hills, closely watch your temperature gauge. If it nears the red (Hot) mark, turn the air conditioning off, reduce speed and, if necessary, pull to the side of the road to let the engine cool. If you must stop when facing uphill, use the foot brake or parking brake. Do not try to hold the vehicle in place by pressing on the accelerator, as this can cause the automatic transmission to overheat. When driving down hills, reduce your speed and shift down to S position, or use the paddle shifters to lower gear (3 or 2) in the S position. When towing a trailer, do not ''ride'' the brakes, and remember, it takes longer to slow down and stop when towing a trailer. Make turns more slowly and wider than normal. The trailer tracks a smaller arc than your vehicle, and it can hit or run over something the vehicle misses. Allow more time and distance for braking. Do not brake or turn suddenly as this could cause the trailer to jackknife or turn over. Driving CONTINUED 497