The brake pedal being solid has nothing to do with a dead battery. Your battery might be completely fine. If you can't depress the brake pedal enough for it to sense that it is being pushed, the car has a starter lockout that will prevent it from starting. You need to get past that issue before worrying about the battery.Acura MDX Brake Warning Light Causes. The brake warning light indicates that your MDX has detected that one of its major brake components has failed, typically seen through a pressure loss. You'll feel a loss of pressure that manifests itself in the form of a "mushy" brake pedal (low brake fluid level). If the brake light is only coming ...Your brake pedal is hard to push as the pressure builds up from repetitive brake applications while there is no vacuum pressure from the running engine. If the truck won’t jump start you’ll either have to have it towed to the dealer or start checking grounds yourself. Reactions: mikeru82. mikeru82 Legendary member. Joined2016 Acura MDX push button won't start is not battery. No lights nothing. No warning. Pressed brake and push bottom, heard a pop a puff of smoke. ... It won't start and no messages flicker when I press the brake and hit start. The brake feels really hard to push too ... Hello my car won't start I keep pushing the brakes and the start engine ...I bought a 2004 MDX with 187,000 miles on it. It was throwing misfires P0300 thru P0306 and a transmission pressure switch, causing the blinking D5. The engine would start, idle roughly, but once it was moving, it would smooth out. I cleaned a ridge of carbon from the throttle body, and that helped a little.Why Your Hyundai Sonata Won’t Start – Brake Pedal Hard. When the brake pedal is stiff and won’t respond, there are reasons behind this concerning situation: 1. Ignition Switch Problem. A common reason is that your ignition lock cylinder or ignition switch is broken and must be replaced. This happens when the key is stuck in your …Reason 3: Faulty Starter Motor And Battery Terminal. Your brake can get stiff if your starter cable somehow gets disconnected from the battery. A series of loud clicking noises when turning the key might indicate a dead starter motor. Check if there is a significant drop voltage by holding the key in the start position.Mar 27, 2024 · Acura MDX won t start is a frustrating problem, leaving Acura owners wondering what to do next. The Acura MDX is a popular luxury SUV well-known for its impressive performance, advanced features, and comfortable ride, but it can experience issues that prevent it from starting like every other vehicle.The car does drive much smoother, infotainment system is considerably faster. Backup camera (and other cameras) is still of pretty bad quality, though. I don't get why they couldn't spend extra $50 or so to put decent cameras in this car. Android Auto makes a lot of issues with technology (nav/infotainment) go away.The Akebono pads include new anti-rattle clips, but I usually go a step further and replace the rubber bits, too. Raybestos makes a great hardware kit that includes the anti-rattle clips, pad spreader/tension sprints, slide pin grommets, and slide pin boots. Only costs about $13-15. Front: H15911A.I did notice when turning back to "accessory" after a start attempt that the immobilizer key flashes 5 times, which in the "on" position would indicate not recognizing the key, but the owners manual doesn't address flashing in "accessory". It has a 1 year old AGM battery. The voltage at rest is 12.25. When I turn the car to "on" it falls to 12.0.Stiff brake pedal is normal on any car if you press the pedal and the car doesn't start. The last of the vacuum pressure is used up with one pump of the pedal. On the V6 there is a manual neutral switch somewhere on the transmission case . I don't have the V6 so I don't know where. The 4 cylinder has a slot for the metal key inside.Step 1 – Check battery. It could be dead. The battery is one of the most common causes to a non-starting car. The battery is in charge of the electrical components in your car, so if you leave anything …The Akebono pads include new anti-rattle clips, but I usually go a step further and replace the rubber bits, too. Raybestos makes a great hardware kit that includes the anti-rattle clips, pad spreader/tension sprints, slide pin grommets, and slide pin boots. Only costs about $13-15. Front: H15911A.263 posts · Joined 2014. #1 · Aug 10, 2015. I have 2007 MDX and "tighten fuel cap" message keeps coming on as soon as I start the car. Got the car in December and it has been like that since. There were days that sometimes it does not come on for a day or so but now it come on everytime i start the car. Couple months ago i have gotten new ...2005 Acura MDX won't start. Battery was replaced a month ago (old battery was b. 2005 Acura MDX. Asked by Hertamalita in Edwardsville, IL on . ... Anti-lock Brake System Inspect ($99 - $125) in Haltom City, TX. Tire & Wheel Assembly Rotate & Balance ($99 - $125) in Reisterstown, MD.Brake pedal is hard and car won't turn over, accessory mode works fine, when I press to turn on engine I hear rapid clicking and dash flickers in tune with the clicks ... My 2017 Acura MDX won't start. Tried jumping, but doesn't seem to be the battery. It seems like the key fob is either dead or confused?Trick to start Keyless Cars when the Controller won't work or the Push Button won't work. Sometimes the Brake pedal does not feel right and the car will not...TexasHeat. 22 posts · Joined 2020. #8 · Oct 20, 2020. I had similar issue. My car actually starts after 10mins later. If the battery is old, replace it. If it is somewhat new, you can charge it with a trickle charger. 2014 Acura MDX SH-AWD with Advance and Entertainment Package, Dark Cherry Pearl. 2020 Volkswagen Tiguan SEL, Pure White.Put the transmission into (P. Without depressing the brake pedal, push and release the parking brake switch. Check that the parking brake and brake system indicator (red) …Sep 10, 2019 · If the brake lights don’t light up, replacing the switch should get you back on the road. 3. Shift Interlock Failure. The shift lock solenoid is the mechanism that keeps your Acura MDX from shifting out of Park without your foot on the brake. The good news is that most shift locks have an override button.If your MDX's engine appears to be working extra hard to get you moving, that indicates the parking brake is stuck. It could also mean that one of your vehicle's brakes is stuck. This happens when there's a crimped brake line, bad caliper (disk brakes), or faulty wheel cylinder (drums). When this happens, your MDX may pull to the left or ...2017 won't start instead goes into accessory mode. Hi, I just purchased a certified pre-owned 2017 MDX (elite model with remote start keyless fob and push button gear shifter) and am having issues getting the engine to start. With gear in "park" and my foot on brake pedal (with adequate pressure), I then press the engine start/stop button but ...A brake pedal can be hard to push because of several factors, including a brake pedal getting caught on something, failure of the power brake booster or a sticking shoe, which caus...Brake pedal is hard and car won't turn over, accessory mode works fine, when I press to turn on engine I hear rapid clicking and dash flickers in tune with the clicks ... My 2017 Acura MDX won't start. Tried jumping, but doesn't seem to be the battery.Here are some of the most common reasons why your Acura MDX's brake lights may be stuck on. Most of them are related to the switch that turns them on or off. They are written in order from most likely to least likely to be causing the problem. 1. Bad Brake Light Switch. Underneath the dashboard there is a switch that the brake pedal presses into.The MDX becomes the first SUV to join our heritage of Type S high-performance vehicles with a turbocharged V-6 that produces 355-HP * and 354 lb-ft. * of torque. Super Handling All-Wheel Drive™, larger Brembo ® front brake calipers, and 21-in wheels deliver unrivaled handling.I am pretty sure it is a small problem should not cost too much. Why not try a new battery first, you have a 2008 car so that battery is at the end of its life anyway. 2007 MDX Tech DIY performed: Fluid change: engine oil, ATF, transfer case, rear diff, PS, brake, coolant. Parts R&R: air filters, both AFR sensors, spark plugs, oil pressure ...2020 MDX won't start. ... No lights on the dash or anything. i also tried pressing on the brakes to see if the brake lights would come on and it wouldn't. Then I tried putting the key fob over the push to start button to see if it was a key fob issue and it didn't help. ... (Mine) Lelu 2.0: 2017 Acura MDX Tech (BCP)-- 131k miles; 2025 Honda ...Update: Car is in at the dealer for the third time with this issue. Dealer attempt 1 was to charge the 'low battery'. Dealer attempt 2 was to adjust the exhaust and transmission valves. Dealer attempt 3 is now to replace the fuel pump. Dealer has replicated this issue on multiple occasions themselves.The MDX starts fine but runs rough when cold (not really cold, here in CA only about 40-50 degrees...really just first start of the day). When I put it in gear, it dies. It does this several times, then after a few minutes, seems to be fine for the rest of the day. Occasionally it sets codes: P0175, system too rich, and P0301-6, cyl 1-6 misfire ...Just recently got a 2017 MDX SH-AWD Tech package and noticed that my driver 1 remote start button doesnt work and the windows dont go down with the key either. Now on my driver 2 key i have all those functions. ... Acura MDX SUV Forums. 735.1K posts 86.8K members Since 2000 Acura MDXers Forum - a community where enthusiasts discuss engines ...Using the 2nd fob, go to the vehicle, start it up, on the MID screen, go to vehicle settings. There should be an option to enable remote start. (Mine) Lelu 2.0: 2017 Acura MDX Tech (BCP)-- 131k miles; 2025 Honda Civic Type-R. Parents: 2019 Nissan Rogue SV -- 30k miles; 2023 Tesla Model Y Long Range -- 3k miles.1. Low Fuel Pressure. Typical Fuel Pump. If your RDX isn't getting enough fuel, or any fuel at all, it may have a bad fuel filter or a bad fuel pump . Without the proper amount of fuel entering the combustion chamber, the RDX will crank but not start. 2. Ignition Issues.However, let's first start with a quick answer. Acura MDX have problems with the transmission shifting roughly, vibrating, not shifting into a specific gear, or complete transmission failure. Furthermore, prematurely wearing brake pads, warped brake rotors, and loss of braking power are problems for the MDX.It has around 8k on it and it has always been a little inconsistent in the recognition of the key Fobs. The car unlocks and starts as it should but it doesn't always recognize Driver 1 or Driver 2 as it should and set the driver position and infotainment settings as it should. I will say that during these non-recognition events, the other fob ...Brake pedal is hard and car won't turn over, accessory mode works fine, when I press to turn on engine I hear rapid clicking and dash flickers in … read more. Roy Sheidenberger. 15,707 satisfied customers. The gear of my acura mdx is not shifting to Park. Acura MDX.I'm trying to figure it out my issue on my Acura tlx 2016. The brake pedal is hard to push and car won't start. Hoping... Menu. Home. Forums. New Posts Search Forums. ... Welcome to the #1 Acura TLX Forum and Acura TLX community dedicated to Acura TLX owners and ... Car won't start. Thread starter Mamoydada; Start date Apr 18, 2022; M ...#1 · Jul 1, 2019. My battery seemed to getting weak and the car would barely turn over but would start. Went to get another battery and shut the car off. No crank. Got a jump but …Hello Perel. This is Charlotte Ottley again. I'm the one with the Acura 2015 MDX it won't start and has computer glitches. Every time you send me the final question about anything else that I could ad … read moreHard Brakes first startup of the day. Since day one of ownership when starting the car in the morning the brakes are hard to push especially if the temperature is below 40 degrees. I have to use very excessive pressure to depress the brakes so I can start the car. The dealer says other TLX's do the same thing.'16 MDX, would not start. brake pedal didnt compress normally, push start button, dash lights flashed rapidly on and off. engine didnt turn over. all electrical was working normally. went back after one hour, brake depressed normally car started normally. four days later car did same thing again, then started normally after only ten minuites. have seen similar posts regarding this issue ...07 Hard start after parked - does start. 07 with 180k miles. Noticed a few weeks ago that it takes longer to start, intermittently. Most morning it fires right up. Park in the hot sun a few hours, and takes 5 seconds or so to crank. Ignition turns/cranks strong throughout the delay. Tried New Spark plugs, fuel pump relay, no difference.Step 1 - Check the brake fluid. It could be low. When in doubt, check the fluid. Locate the brake fluid reservoir under the hood, in front of the driver. Open the cap and check the brake fluid to ensure it is at the proper level. Low fluid level could be the result of a brake leak, so if it's indeed low, take your flashlight and slide under ...2009 MDX 'Check Charging System' & car cranks but won't start. ... ATF, transfer case, rear diff, PS, brake, coolant Parts R&R: air filters, both AFR sensors, spark plugs, oil pressure switch, 3rd clutch transmission fluid pressure switch, radiator, ... Acura MDX SUV Forums. 735.1K posts 86.8K members Since 2000 ...I did notice when turning back to "accessory" after a start attempt that the immobilizer key flashes 5 times, which in the "on" position would indicate not recognizing the key, but the owners manual doesn't address flashing in "accessory". It has a 1 year old AGM battery. The voltage at rest is 12.25. When I turn the car to "on" it falls to 12.0.Aug 14, 2008 · 6 posts · Joined 2008. #1 · Aug 14, 2008. Was working on my stereo/nav unit earlier (installing sam's navi back up camera unnit) and now my 02 MDX starts, but the car won't shift out of park. other than my low bat. light, nothing else lights up in the dash, not even my spedo., rpm, etc. I've checked fuses and all seem to be good.Stuck and not able to go anywhere now. No need to press down on the parking brake to release it ... Anyhow the adjusting nut for the cable seems to be right above the pedal, looks like a 10mm. Back it out a bit you should be good to go. You mean that will loosen the cable and then I can push the pedal down and release.Most "star" adjusters in the parking brake mechanisms are frozen from being gunked up with brake dust. Oh, and the MDX uses a seperate parking brake from the service brakes, so that trick wouldn't even work the way you described it. You'd have to drive in reverse and stab the parking brake and repeat. But no need for all the tire squealing.September 4, 2023 by Jason. If you own an Acura MDX, you may have experienced a pulsating brake pedal while braking. This phenomenon can be alarming and may even …I accidently tried to start my 2017 MDX (advance package) without key fob, it didn't start of course. Then I went inside house and got key and tried to start again; the brake pedal became stiff and can't depress much while I tried to press the start button; and the car couldn't be started. I noticed the security system red light is on when I ...Your battery might be completely fine. If you can't depress the brake pedal enough for it to sense that it is being pushed, the car has a starter lockout that will prevent it from starting. You need to get past that issue before worrying about the battery. 2014 MDX SH-AWD Advance/Entertainment.This morning when I tried to start my 2012 Focus, the brake pedal felt stiff and I couldn't really depress the brake pedal any further. When I hit the push ignition, all the electrical comes on but I don't hear the engine and it says "press brake to start". There is nothing physically blocking the brake pedal from being pressed down but it ...1 post · Joined 2015. #1 · Jun 6, 2015. I just got 2016 MDX-AWD-Tech. Driven it about 500 miles and took it out one day and all the dash warning lights went on including power steering, breaking, lane assist etc. Could still drive although power steering felt weaker so nervous about safety. Got to destination and then a few of lights went out ...2006 MDX won't start when cold. I have a 2006 MDX Touring/Nav and when it is cold, it just turns over. I do it for about 5-10 seconds. Then I stop for a moment and turn the key back to Start and it starts up. Only when it is cold (roughly freezing and below) When it is warmer, it starts right up. I've replaced the spark plugs and use premium ...The Acura MDX Sport Hybrid is a luxury SUV that combines power, performance, and advanced technology. With its sleek design and innovative features, this vehicle offers a driving e...Here's how: While inserting the key into the ignition switch, you grab the metal key fob, the key ring, or the other keys. Then, with this extra metal right next to the ignition key, the key is quickly turned. The metal near the key and the key being turned quickly cause interference in the immobilizer signal, and the car doesn't start.194 posts · Joined 2015. #1 · Aug 28, 2016. my 2003 acura mdx has developed an intermitant starting issue.sometimes when turning the key to start nothing happens but all the lights come on in the dash like normal.after 2-20 tries it will crank and fire up.battery is fully charged and the starter is brand new so I'm at a loss.ive even tried ...The technician that worked on my car said the Acura Tech line said this issue occurred because the valve would stiffen during cold weather & cause the hard brake issue. '01 Black/Saddle Touring/Nav delivered 10/19/01. -RETIRED 7/16/12. 2014 MDX Tech Graphite Luster/Graystone delivered 7/24/13; Retired for RDX.