2012 Acura MDX Owner's Manual - Page 507

Trailer Stability Assist, Off-Highway Driving Guidelines In this case, your vehicle still has the VSA traction and stability enhancement, but it will not have the trailer stability assist function. If there is a problem with the VSA system, the system and trailer stability assist shuts off. The VSA system indicator also come on (see page 473). The ABS indicator and the brake system indicator may also come on along with the VSA system indicator. If you see these warning indicators, have your vehicle checked at your dealer as soon as possible. If you turn off the VSA, the trailer stability assist function also shuts off. Press and hold the VSA off button until you hear a beep (see page 474). The VSA off indicator comes on as a reminder. Press and hold the switch again to turn the system on. The function turns on every time you start the engine along with the VSA, even if you turned it off the last time you drove the vehicle. Off-Highway Driving Guidelines General Information Your vehicle has been designed primarily for use on pavement. But its higher ground clearance and super handling-all wheel drive (SH-AWD) system allow you to occasionally travel on unpaved roads, to campgrounds, picnic sites, and similar locations. It is not designed for trailblazing, mountain climbing, or other challenging off-road activities. If you decide to drive on unpaved roads, you will find that it requires somewhat different driving skills. Your vehicle will also handle somewhat differently than it does on pavement. Be sure to pay extra attention to the precautions and tips in this section, and get acquainted with your vehicle before leaving the pavement. 500