DIY: Replace your 2014, 2015, 2016 MDX Car Battery Yourself

This video will show you change the 3rd Generation 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017 MDX car battery and how you can access the positive terminal for jumping without the need to remove any covers.
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[@mollyjackson8444]

DIY DAVE! You saved my butt! My husband is deployed, we live in England, and my battery died in the dang parking lot of my kids soccer practice. With your simple video, I was able to take my battery out, take it to a store to find a new one, and put the new battery in by myself! And I don’t know the first thing about cars. I really really appreciate your videos!

[@mslorsbors]

Thank you DIY Dave. Very clear and easy to follow. I am proud to say this "over 65, non-mechanic grandma" replaced the battery herself!

[@jd3rdpig]

Your instructions are just what I needed - replacing my battery today. Good to hear that radio and other presets remain intact. Thanks!

[@DIYDAVE]

It makes me happy that this video helped you and saved you some cash!

[@Hawk100Clemens]

I am definitely NOT in my comfort zone under the hood of a car, yet I just successfully replaced our failing battery by using your video as a guide. Very helpful comments. Only suggestion for improvement would be a couple zoomed in shots to get a closer look at what you were describing. I’ll come back to DIY Dave for my next project outside my comfort zone.

[@garylang7959]

DIY Dave, I want to thank you for putting this video up. I, like many other you've helped managed to changed out my battery. Thank you a million. You just made me look like a hero for the family 🤝

[@nedflanders4700]

Thanks for posting. I was so confused when I first opened the hood. The only thing I will add is that the black clip / wire holder on the right hand side doesn't always come off with a "little jiggle". I had to put an adjustable wrench underneath it and give it a very "big jiggle".

[@dreday001]

Battery died on my Acura MDX. found your video. Changed the battery in less than 30 minutes. Thanks again.

[@anyday82]

Hi - Just wanted to thank you for posting this video. I replaced my car battery last night after watching this video a few times. Your directions were really clear and concise. Thank you so very much again. You saved me a lot of money especially in this economy.

[@fatherreilly]

Good video and description! My problem was that 3 "posts" from the top cover are lost forever in the engine bay. Be very careful once you pop up the cover to make sure the post isn't loose in the slot and ready to disappear forever; grab it before moving on.

[@toughguy74]

Thanks so much! Everything worked the way you described. Didn’t have to take it to a shop because it was intimidating when you first saw all the barriers to the battery. Great job!

[@DIYDAVE]

Love it - save that cash!

[@joecoy9466]

I just replaced battery in my wife’s 2016 MDX. Your video was very helpful. Thanks!

[@jamesgreen8070]

wonderful video! You made it easy, even for a novice like me. My car was a 2016 MDX and though not exactly the same battery, you provided ample information to guide me well. Thank you!

[@tonyjenkins4832]

Excellent video! Followed all of your instructions, and as you said it really was pretty easy. My wife is happy to be on the road again in her vehicle 😊

[@DIYDAVE]

Excellent, I am happy she’s back on the road again too!

[@GentlemanAndaScholar]

Thank you for the video! I saved $90 doing this myself. My local dealer wanted $175 to change the battery.

[@pizzaiollie]

mine wanted $250 plus tax 😡

[@evelyndavidscott8653]

I never comment on anything but I wanted to give a big thanks to this video. I was able to replace my original battery with an Autocraft battery. Note that the Autocraft batteries come with a handle that is not designed to be removed so the battery cover might need some finessing to put on before that hook bracket.

[@DIYDAVE]

Great Job!! So glad this worked out for you. Saving money one battery at a time

[@maxmclaughlin4808]

Thanks for this video! It helped me complete the work in 30 minutes, cleaning and all. My battery cover was a little different with wires connected to it. That made it more annoying.

[@bunky213]

Thanks! Took the mystery out of getting under that cover and getting access! Good job producing the video, the voiceover definitely makes the video understandable and polished!

[@kennychau75]

Very well done video Dave! Thank you for doing it! You've helped out a lot of folks with it I'm sure...myself included! Cheers!

[@brooksfishingclub9964]

Dave, this was VERY helpful. I had an almost new battery in my 2014 MDX short out while in the backwoods of Ontario Canada. No service available but was able to find a battery. Your tutorial was perfect. Did the replacement in about an hour and we will be able to make our "escape"! Thanks.

[@DIYDAVE]

Roger Whited - thanks for your note. I love hearing that my video helped you. It’s why I do it. Keep on DIYing

[@pokeba3299]

Your video helped us changed battery on our Acura MDX. Thank very much.

[@FamilyBikesRepeat]

My man! This took away loads of anxiety when i opened the hood!

[@theorangeguyna6762]

Thanks for your vidoe. I like the fact that you took the time to show how to do this. I also like that you choose an Interstate battery, its a good brand, as my experience with Acura batteries have been terrible, 1-3yrs. What i normally do is clean the terminal and connector with wire brush. Really good to clean the areas like you did while you are in there. I don't use vaseline/petroleum jelly but one of those anti-corrison (felt?) washers

[@S13Kupo]

According to the manual, you can remove the engine cover and use the engine hanger as a ground when jump starting.

[@DW-qe7qe]

Thanks a million. I have a 2017 MDX and the battery replacement appears identical to yours. Thanks again...

[@paul101179ify]

Thanks so much for taking the time to make this video - worked great on my 2016 MDX

[@JP-sriracha]

Simple and to the point! You da man!

[@sycogamer2434]

Thanks for video! Suggestion: Consider turning down or removing the music. It makes it harder to hear what you are saying and IMO detracts from your video.

[@paulromagnoli5899]

Thank You, just finished replacing battery and it works!

[@viragh369]

Thanks. This was super clear video and instructions. Helped me replace my battery quickly .

[@markschweiger8601]

THANK YOU! Your instructions were excellent and you saved the day!

[@S13Kupo]

Thanks for posting this. It’s -25 C here and the battery is stone cold dead. You think they would put a ground tab somewhere in that area. I wonder what they would recommend for a suitable ground.

[@gmcfamily]

Thanks for the video. easy to follow and understand. saved me a trip to the dealer and I am sure a few bucks along with that!

[@GeorgeBeiter]

Great video...simple and saved me a ton of money on towing and mechanic! THANK YOU!!!

[@DIYDAVE]

George Beiter - that’s great to hear! Glad this helped you saved some cash! Happy DIYing!

[@davidcool756]

Good job . Very helpful since need to change my battery.

[@rchandler6027]

Flawless video... perfect and got me the information I needed. Well done and Thank you DIY Dave !

[@NgocNguyen-lv4wv]

Awesome video. I be able to replace mine with no problem. Thank You!

[@pratik1099]

Thank you so much for sharing this video. You have done great job explaining all those information that one needed.

[@DIYDAVE]

great to hear! save some money!!

[@scientistguy]

Terrific video. So clear and full of useful tips. Thank you!

[@mikecarder203]

Watched this video and it was spot on. Well done it was very helpful. Thanks Dave!

[@natelewis9657]

Huge help!! Thanks so much

[@tomk4916]

Thank you! Well done! Just what I was looking for.

[@deejaudible]

Love the video and your style. Don't need the music.

[@DIYDAVE]

@matthew wyatt - Thanks, I agree with the music. I stopped adding background music to my latest videos. Unfortunately KZbin doesn’t allow for inline replacements l or else I’d re-edit them. Cheers!!

[@pizzaiollie]

Thx for video, worked like a charm! Saved over $100. 👍

[@LaurieHardman]

The camera needs to be placed where you can see what you’re doing

[@garre0034]

Thanks Dave!!!! This video was a big help…

[@jasonszeman]

Thanks for this video - especially the tip about those clips

[@kenryu364]

Thank you I followed your steps and am happy.

[@bt1530]

Thank you very much for the video! Gonna try this on my own now :)

[@Kkarra3]

Thank you for the video, it has been very helpful!

[@mmcckkiinnnnoonn]

Great video. Great explanation. Thank you.

[@keepthemwild4795]

Thanks a lot. Exactly what I am looking for.

[@ericamo5556]

Wow thanks so much!!!

[@back2basics668]

Great video , what wipess are you using?

[@gmench5]

Great job Dave!

[@TT-dz8zf]

Thank you very much! This is so helpful to me.

[@Bigbully88]

Do a review of this car please

[@mariomlotkowskirealtor5261]

Nice video, Thanks for posting it, Any plans on making video about spark plugs replacement ?

[@DIYDAVE]

Mario Mlotkowski, Realtor - I did think about it but there are so many videos that already cover it. I did jut recently do my spark plug service and there is plenty of room for access to the rear. The trickiest plug in the rear center, you just need to move the cable there over. As in just push it while you get the plug out / insert. No need to take that off like some videos show. Do not use anti-seize. Cheers.

[@glitch5690]

Great video. Thanks!

[@dleblanc]

Can you turn up the music a little more? I can still make out some of what you're saying.

[@laggnebs]

LOL

[@stevennahulak6768]

Dave Like your videos on the 2015 Acura MDX. One question - I know that this vehicle takes 0W20 oil. But does it need to be synthetic? If not, what did you use? Thanks

[@DIYDAVE]

Steven Nahulak - I am glad you are enjoying them and ideally you are learning how to do this yourself. The MDX doesn’t require synthetic but that’s all I have been using since the first oil change. I don’t recall seeing anything but synthetic or a blend for 0/20. In general Synthetic protects longer and I feel better following the Maintenance Minder since it goes about 6-7k between changes. With conventional oil or a blend I’d change every 3k no matter the maintenance minder trigger. Happy DIY’ing

[@lguille2382]

Thank you

[@thomasdiaz5116]

Thank you for sharing!

[@charleschaimkohl]

Thanks for the video

[@ziggycamel]

Thanks Dave!

[@jarodlenzerwin1849]

Thanks Dave

[@siuabc]

Acura design this way so we have to bring to dealer just to replace a battery...

[@DIYDAVE]

It’s really easy once you get past pulling out the cover and the snorkel :)

[@dickZ16]

Well done - thanks !!!

[@jasonf733]

Was that an OEM battery? Or aftermarket to save $

[@DIYDAVE]

Jason F - I replaced the original with an Interstate Battery from Costco. I don’t see any need to buy your battery from the dealer.

[@naiz9983]

I have 2017 mdx Car doesn’t start if I drive 2 hours and turn it off than starting it right away I have to asked for the help to jump start it and it does start But if I Driver like 2 hours and turn it off and restart it after 2 hours ,it does start What could be the problem Does the battery gets hot

[@DIYDAVE]

Naiz Khan - I am sorry you having this problem, I can bet it’s very frustrating! Your vehicle should still be under warranty so I’d bring it to Acura to diagnose as you seem to have a very specific issue. You can also try joining an MDX forum like mdxers.com as someone else may have experienced the issue you are having. I wish I could be of more help.

[@antikoolaid9891]

These mdxs kill batteries. The extra lights and the trunk motors drain them especially when they are operated with the engine off. Get that battery replaced under the new car warranty asap.

[@gabygonzalez7306]

Thank you!

[@hibye4867]

😂 very good

[@wealthymindinvestments]

Thanks you for sharing the video. Small feedback: the background music is loud and annoying.

[@Netachi]

Nice!

[@DIYDAVE]

Thanks - I am working on some more great content.

[@NooBnation101]

Stop putting music over your voice

[@michaelhyder3365]

Couldn't see a thing you were doing.

[@mattholewinski3592]

👍🏼

[@ronjohnson2155]

Great video -- thank you!