mirror controls Acura ZDX 2012 Owner's Manual

Contents
Child Safety P. 50Exhaust Gas Hazard P. 64 Safety Labels P. 65
Opening and Closing the Tailgate P. 114 Security System P. 120 Opening and Closing the Windows P. 123
Operating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel P. 127 Adjusting the Mirrors P. 141
Interior Lights/Interior Convenience Items P. 151 Climate Control System P. 163
Audio Error Messages P. 188 Audio Remote Controls P. 190
HomeLink ® Universal Transceiver P. 195
When Driving P. 223 Braking P. 253 Parking Your Vehicle P. 261
Accessories and Modifications P. 267
Maintenance Under the Hood P. 277 Replacing Light Bulbs P. 291
Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 300 Battery P. 309 Remote Transmitter Care P. 310
Cleaning P. 313
Engine Does Not Start P. 326 Jump Starting P. 329 Shift Lever Does Not Move P. 331
Fuses P. 338 Emergency Towing P. 344
When You Cannot Open or Close the Tailgate P. 347
Devices that Emit Radio Waves P. 352 Reporting Safety Defects P. 353
Authorized Manuals P. 358 Client Service Information P. 359
Quick Reference GuideP. 2
Safe DrivingP. 21
Instrument PanelP. 67
ControlsP. 101
FeaturesP. 167
DrivingP. 209
MaintenanceP. 269
Handling the UnexpectedP. 317
InformationP. 349
IndexP. 361

Visual Index
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Quick Reference Guide❙Driving Position Memory System Buttons (P 139)
❙Power Tailgate Button (P 117)
❙Glove Box (P 153)
❙Parking Brake (P 253)
❙Hood Release Handle (P 278)
❙Power Door Lock Master Switch (Unlocking Fuel Fill Door) (P 111)
❙Interior Fuse Box (P 339)
❙Door Mirror Controls (P 142)
❙Power Window Switches (P 123)
❙Integrated Dynamics System
(IDS) Switch* (P 252)
❙Panoramic Glass Roof/
Sunshade Switch
(P 126)
❙Map Lights (Front) (P 152)
❙Rearview Mirror (P 141)
❙HomeLink® Button (P 195)
❙Driver’s Front Airbag (P 38)
❙Passenger’s Front Airbag
(P 38)
❙Shift Lever Automatic
Transmission
(P 227)

101
Controls
This chapter explains how to operate the various controls necessary for driving.
Setting the Clock.............................. 102
Locking and Unlocking the Doors
Key Types and Function s .................. 103
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside .......................................... 106
Low Keyless Access Remote Signal Strength*...................................... 110Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the
Inside ............................................. 111
Childproof Door Locks ..................... 112
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking .......... 113
Opening and Closing the Tailgate ... 114
Security System ................................ 120
Opening and Closing the Windows ..... 123
Opening and Closing the Panoramic
Glass Roof ........................................ 126
Operating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel ............................... 127
Ignition Switch ................................. 127
ENGINE START/STOP Button
*........... 128
Turn Signals ..................................... 131
Light Switches.................................. 131
Fog Lights ........................................ 133
Daytime Running Lights ................... 133
Wipers and Washers ........................ 134
Brightness Control ........................... 136
Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror Button........................................ 137
Driving Position Memory System ...... 138
Adjusting the Steeri ng Wheel .......... 140
Adjusting the Mirrors ....................... 141
Adjusting the Seats .......................... 143
Interior Lights/Interior Convenience
Items ................................................ 151
Interior Lights .................................. 151
Interior Convenience Items .............. 153
Climate Con trol System................... 163
Using Automatic Climate Control .... 163
Synchronized Mode ......................... 165
Automatic Climate Control Sensors ...... 166
* Not available on all models

137
uuOperating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel uRear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror Button
Controls
Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror Button
Press the rear defogger and heated door
mirror button to defog the rear window and
mirrors when the igniti on switch is in ON
w*1.
The rear defogger and heated door mirrors
automatically switch of f after 10-30 minutes
depending on the outside temperature.
*1: Models with the keyless access system have an ENGINE START/STOP button
instead of an ig nition switch.
1Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror Button
NOTICEWhen cleaning the inside of the rear window, be
careful not to damage the heating wires.
It is critical to wipe the window from side to side
along the defogger heating wires.
This system consumes a lot of power, so turn it off
when the window has been defogged.
Also, do not use the system for a long period when
the engine is idling. This may weaken the battery,
making it difficult to start the engine.

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uuOperating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel uDriving Position Memory System
Controls
Driving Position Memory System
You can store two driver’s seat (excep t for power lumbar), steering wheel and
outside mirror positions with the driving position memory system.
When you unlock and open the driver’s door with a remote transmitter, or keyless
access system
*, the seat and outside mirrors adjust automatically to one of the two
preset positions.
The steering wheel will move to the stored position when you insert the key into the
ignition switch.
The multi-information disp lay shows you which remote transmitter you used to
unlock the vehicle when you enter.
• Driver 1 transmitter is lin ked to memory button 1.
• Driver 2 transmitter is lin ked to memory button 2.
1Driving Position Memory System
Using the multi-information display, you can disable
the automatic seat, steering wheel and outside
mirrors adjustment function.
2 Customized Features P. 94
Driver 1Driver 2
* Not available on all models

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uuOperating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel uDriving Position Memory System
Controls
1.Adjust the driver’s seat, the steering wheel and
the outside mirrors to the desired position, and
turn the ignition switch to ON
w*1.2. Press the SET button.
uYou will hear the beeper, and the memory
button indicator light will blink.
3. Press memory button 1 or 2 within five
seconds of pressing the SET button.
u Once the seat, the steering wheel and
the outside mirror pos itions have been
memorized, the indi cator light on the
button you pressed stays on.
1. Move the shift lever to
P.
2. Apply the parking brake.
3. Press a memory button (
1 or 2).
u You will hear the beeper, and the
indicator light will blink.
The seat, the steering wheel and the outside
mirrors will automatically move to the memorized
positions. When it has finished moving, you will
hear the beeper, and the indicator light stays on.
*1: Models with the keyless access system have an ENGINE START/STOP button
instead of an ig nition switch.
■Storing a Position in Memory1Storing a Position in Memory
After you press the SET button, the storing operation
will be canceled when:
•You do not press the memory button within five
seconds.
•You readjust the seat, the steering wheel or the
outside mirror position before the double-beep.
•You turn the ignition switch to any position except
ON (w*1.
Set Button
Memory Button 1
Memory Button 2
■Recalling the Stored Position1
Recalling the Stored Position
The seat will stop moving if you:
•Press the SET button, or a memory button ((1 or (2).•Adjust the seat, the steer ing wheel or the outside
mirror position.
•Shift into any position except (P.
Memory Buttons

141
Controls
Adjusting the Mirrors
Interior Rearview Mirror
Adjust the angle of the rearview mirror when you are sitting in the correct driving
position.
When driving after dark, the automatic
dimming rearview mirror reduces the glare
from headlights behind you. Press the AUTO
button to turn this function on and off.
When activated, the AUTO indicator comes
on.
■Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror
1 Adjusting the Mirrors
Keep the inside and outside mirrors clean and
adjusted for best visibility.
Adjust the mirrors before you start driving.
2 Adjusting the Seat Positions P. 143
1Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror
The auto dimming function cancels when the shift
position is in
(R.Indicator
Auto ButtonSensor

142
uuAdjusting the Mirrors uPower Door Mirrors
Controls
Power Door Mirrors
You can adjust the door mirrors when the
ignition switch is in ON
w*1.
■Mirror position adjustment
L/R selector switch: Select the left or right
mirror. After adjusting the mirror, return the
switch to the center position.
Mirror position adjustment switch: Press
the switch left, right, up , or down to move the
mirror.
If activated, either side door mirror
automatically tilts downward when you put
the shift lever in
R; this improves close-in
visibility on the selected side of the vehicle
when backing up. The mirror automatically
returns to its original position when you shift
out of
R.
To activate this feat ure, turn the ignition
switch to ON
w*1 and slide the selector
switch to the left or right side.
*1: Models with the keyless access system have an ENGINE START/STOP button
instead of an ignition switch.
Selector
Switch
Adjustment
Switch
■Reverse Tilt Door Mirror
Selector
Switch
Slide the selector switch to left
or right to tilt down either side
door mirror.

Index
361
Index
A
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System).................. 255
Accessories and Modifications ................ 267
Accessory Power Sockets ......................... 157
Active Head Restraints ............................. 148
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) ................ 235
Additives
Coolant .................................................. 285
Engine Oil ............................................... 280
Washer ................................................... 290
Additives, Engine Oil ............................... 280
Adjusting Armrest .................................................. 150
Front Seats.............................................. 143
Head Restraints ....................................... 145
Mirrors.................................................... 141
Rear Seats ............................................... 149
Steering Wheel ....................................... 140
Temperature ............................................. 91
Air Conditioning System (Climate Control System) ...................... 163
Changing the Mode................................ 163
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows................ ....................... 164
Dust and Pollen Filter .............................. 312
Recirculation/Fresh Air Mo de................... 163
Sensor .................................................... 166
Synchronized Mode ................................ 165
Using Automatic Climate Control............ 163
Air Pressure ...................................... 301, 350 Airbags
........................................................ 35
Advanced Airbags ..................................... 41
After a Collision... ................................ 30, 39
Airbag Care ............................................... 49
Event Data Recorder .................................. 19
Front Airbags (SRS) .................................... 38
Indicator ........................................ 46, 72, 75
Passenger Airbag Off Indicator .................. 47
Sensors...................................................... 35
Side Airbag Cutoff System ......................... 44
Side Airbag Off Indicator ........................... 48
Side Airbags .............................................. 42
Side Curtain Airbags .................................. 45
AM/FM Radio ............................................ 173
Anti-lock Brak e System (ABS) .................. 255
Indicator .................................................... 71
Armrest ..................................................... 150
Audio Remote Controls ............................ 190
Audio System ............................................ 168
Adjusting the Sound ................................ 172
Auxiliary Input Jack ........ .......................... 169
Error Messages ........................................ 188
General Information ................................ 191
MP3/WMA/AAC ...................................... 183
Reactivating............................................. 170
Recommended CDs ................................. 192
Recommended Devices ............................ 194
Remote Controls ..................................... 190
Security Code .......................................... 170
Theft Protection....................................... 170
USB Adapter Cable .................................. 169 USB Flash Drives ...................................... 194
Authorized Manuals ................................ 358
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking ................. 113
Automatic Lighting .................................. 132
Automatic Transmission ........................... 227
Creeping ................................................. 227
Fluid ........................................................ 287
Kickdown ................................................ 227
Operating the Shift Lever........... 13, 229, 231
Sequential Shift Mode ............................. 230
Shift Lever Does Not Move ...................... 331
Shifting ................................................... 228
Auxiliary Input Jack .................................. 169
Average Fuel Economy .............................. 91
Average Speed ........................................... 92
B
Battery...................................................... 309
Charging System Indicato r................. 69, 334
Jump Starting .......................................... 329
Maintenance (Checking th e Battery) ........ 309
Maintenance (Replacing) ......................... 310
Belts (Seat) .................................................. 27
Beverage Holders ..................................... 156
Blind Spot Information (BSI) .................... 246
Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ®..................... 197
Bluetooth ®Audio ...................................... 186
Booster Seats (For Children) ...................... 63
Brake System ............................................ 253
Anti-lock Brake System (A BS)................... 255

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Index
Brake Assist System ................................. 256
Fluid ........................................................ 288
Foot Brake ............................................... 254
Indicator ............................................ 68, 336
Parking Brake .......................................... 253
Brightness Control (Instrument Panel) .... 136
Bulb Replacement ..................................... 291
Back-Up Lights......................................... 296
Daytime Running Light ....... ..................... 294
Fog Lights ................................................ 292
Front Side Marker Lights .......................... 293
Front Turn Signal/Parking Lights ............... 293
Headlights ............................................... 291
High-Mount Brake Light ..... ..................... 297
Rear License Plate Light............................ 297
Side Turn Signal/
Emergency Indicator Lights .................... 294
Stop Light, Taillight, Rear Turn Signal Light and Rear Side Marker Lights.................. 295
Bulb Specifications .................................... 350
C
Carbon Monoxide Gas ................................ 64
Cargo Hooks .............................................. 158
Carrying Cargo .................................. 211, 213
CD Changer ............................................... 177
Certification Label .................................... 351
Changing Bulbs ......................................... 291
Charging System Indicator ................. 69, 334Child Safety
................................................. 50
Childproof Door Locks............................. 112
Child Seat .................................................... 50
Booster Seats ............................................ 63
Child Seat for Infants................................. 52
Child Seat for Small Children ..................... 53
Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/
Shoulder Seat Belt ................................... 58
Larger Children ......................................... 62
Rear-facing Child Seat ......................... ...... 52
Selecting a Child Seat ................................ 54
Using a Tether ........................................... 60
Childproof Door Locks ............................. 112
Cleaning the Exterior ............................... 315
Cleaning the Interior ................................ 313
Client Service Information ....................... 359
Climate Control System ............................ 163
Changing the Mode ................................ 163
Defrosting the Windshield
and Windows ............... ........................ 164
Dust and Pollen Filter............................... 312
Recirculation/Fresh Air Mode ................... 163
Sensor ..................................................... 166
Synchronized Mode................................. 165
Using Automatic Climate Control ............ 166
Clock .......................................................... 102
Coat Hook ................................................. 158
Compact Spare Tire .......................... 319, 350
Console Compartment ............................. 154
Controls ..................................................... 101 Coolant (Engine)
...................................... 285
Adding to the Radiator ... ........................ 286
Adding to the Reserve Tank .................... 285
Overheating ............................................ 332
Temperature Gauge .................................. 87
Creeping ................................................... 227
Cruise Control .......................................... 232
Indicator ................................................... 77
Cup Holders .............................................. 156
Customized Features ................................. 94
D
Daytime Running Lights .......................... 133
Dead Battery ............................................ 329
Devices that Emit Radio Waves ............... 352
Dimming Headlights .............................................. 131
Rearview Mirror .............. ........................ 141
Dipstick (Engine Oil) ................................ 281
Directional Signals (Turn Signal) ............. 131
Door Mirrors ............................................. 142
Doors ........................................................ 103
Auto Door Locking.......... ........................ 113
Auto Door Unlocking ...... ........................ 113
Door and Tailgate Open Indicator ....... 26, 73
Keys........................................................ 103
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Inside..................................... 111
Locking/Unlocking the Doors
from the Outside.................................. 106