roof Acura ZDX 2012 Owner's Manual

This owner’s manual should be considered a permanent part of the
vehicle and should remain with the vehicle when it is sold.
This owner’s manual covers all models of your vehicle. You may find
descriptions of equipment and features that are not on your
particular model.
Images throughout this owner’s manual (including the front cover)
represent features and equipment that are available on some, but
not all, models. Your particular mo del may not have some of these
features.
This owner’s manual is for vehicles sold in the United States and
Canada.
The information an d specifications included in this publication were
in effect at the time of approval for printing. Honda Motor Co., Ltd.
reserves the right, however, to di scontinue or change specifications
or design at any time without notice and without incurring any
obligation.2 Safe Driving P. 21For Safe Driving P. 22 Seat Belts P. 27 Airbags P. 35
2Instrument Panel P. 67Indicators P. 68 Gauges and Multi-Information Display P. 87
2Controls P. 101Setting the Clock P. 102 Locking and Unlocking the Doors P. 103
Opening and Closing the Panoramic Glass Roof P. 126
Adjusting the Seats P. 143
2Features P. 167Audio System P. 168 Audio System Basic Operation P. 171
General Information on the Audio System P. 191
Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ® P. 197
2 Driving P. 209Before Driving P. 210 Towing a Trailer P. 215
Rearview Camera P. 262 Refueling P. 263 Fuel Economy P. 266
2Maintenance P. 269Before Performing Maintenance P. 270 Maintenance MinderTM P. 273
Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades P. 298
Climate Control System Maintenance P. 312
2 Handling the Unexpected P. 317Tools P. 318 If a Tire Goes Flat P. 319
Overheating P. 332 Indicator, Coming On/Blinking P. 334
When You Cannot Unlock the Fuel Fill Door P. 346
2 Information P. 349Specifications P. 350 Identification Numbers P. 351
Emissions Testing P. 354 Warranty Coverages P. 356

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)

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uuAirbags uSide Curtain Airbags
Safe Driving
Side Curtain Airbags
The side curtain airbags help protect the h eads of the driver and passengers in outer
seating positions during a moderate-to- severe side impact or rollover.
The side curtain airbag s are located in the
ceiling above the side windows on both sides
of the vehicle.
The side curtain airbag is designed to deploy
in a moderate-to-severe side impact or
rollover.
■When side curtain airbags deploy in a frontal collision
One or both side curtain airbags may inflat e in a moderate-to-severe angled frontal
collision.
In this case, the side curta in airbags will deploy slightly after the front airbags.
■Housing Locations
1Side Curtain Airbags
The side curtain airbags are most effective when an
occupant is wearing their seat belt properly and
sitting upright, well back in their seat.
Do not attach any objects to the side windows or roof
pillars as they can interfere with the proper operation
of the side curtain airbags.
If the impact is on the passenger side, the side curtain
airbag deploys even if there is no passenger in the
passenger seat.
Side Curtain Airbag Storage
■Operation
Deployed Side Curtain Airbag

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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

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uuLocking and Unlocking the Doors uChildproof Door Locks
Controls
Childproof Door Locks
The childproof door locks prevent the rear doors from being opened from the inside
regardless of the position of the lock tab.
Slide the lever in the rear door to the lock
position, and close the door.
■When opening the door
Open the door using the outside door handle.
■Setting the Childproof Door Locks
1 Childproof Door Locks
To open the door from the inside when the
childproof door lock is on, put the lock tab in the
unlock position, lower the rear window, put your
hand out of the window, and pull the outside door
handle.
Lock Unlock

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uuOpening and Closing the Tailgate uOpening/Closing the Power Tailgate
Controls
Opening/Closing the Power Tailgate
The power tailgate can be operated by pressing the power tailgate button on the
remote transmitter, pressing the power tail gate button in the instrument panel, or
pressing the button on the tailgate.
■The power tailgate can be opened when:
• The tailgate is fully closed.
• The shift lever is in
P.
• Press and hold the tailgate button on the remote transmitter for about one
second.
■The power tailgate can be closed when:
• The tailgate is fully open.
• The shift lever is in
P.
• Press and hold the tailgate button on the remote transmitter for about one
second.
*1: Models with the keyless access system have an ENGINE START/STOP button
instead of an ignition switch.
1 Opening/Closing the Power Tailgate
The power tailgate may not open or close under the
following conditions:
•You start the engine while the tailgate is
automatically opening or closing.
•The vehicle is parked on a steep hill.•The vehicle is swayed in a strong wind.•The tailgate or the roof is covered with snow or ice.
If you close the power tailg ate when all the doors are
locked, the power tailgate locks automatically.
If you replace the battery or the power tailgate fuse
while the tailgate is open, the power tailgate may be
disabled. The power tailgate resumes once you
manually close the tailgate.
Installing aftermarket components other than
genuine Acura accessories on the power tailgate may
prevent it from fully opening or closing.
Make sure the power tailgate is fully open before you
get your luggage in and out.
Make sure the power tailgate is fully closed before
you start the vehicle.
The beeper sounds when you turn the ignition switch
to ON
(w*1, and move the shift lever out of the (P
position while the power tailgate is still open, or
closing.

uuOpening and Closing the Windows uOpening/Closing the Power Windows
124
Controls
To open: Push the switch down.
To close: Pull the switch up.
Release the switch when the window reaches
the desired position.
To open: Press the UNLOCK button twice
within 20 seconds and hold it down for the
second time. If the windows stop midway,
repeat the procedure.
■Opening/Closing Windows without Auto-Open/Close Function
Close
Open
■Opening Windows, Panoramic Glass Roof, and Sunshades with
the Remote Transmitter1 Opening Windows, Panoramic Glass Roof, and Sunshades with
the Remote Transmitter
The sunshades will not stop opening and will
continue moving to the full open position. You
cannot operate the power windows with the remote
transmitter when the key is in the ignition switch.
Unlock
Button

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uuOpening and Closing the Windows uOpening/Closing the Power Windows
Controls
To open: Unlock the driver’s door with the
key. Within 20 seconds of returning the key to
the central position, turn the key in the unlock
direction and hold it there.
To close: Lock the driver’s door with the
key.Within 20 seconds of returning the key to
the central position, turn the key in the lock
direction and hold it there.
Release the key to stop the windows,
panoramic glass roof, and sunshades at the
desired position. If you want further
adjustment, repeat the same operation.
The sunshades will not stop opening and will
continue moving to the full open position.
■Opening/Closing the Windows, Panoramic Glass Roof, and
Sunshades with the Key or the Built-in Key
Open
Close

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Controls
Opening and Closing the Panoramic Glass Roof
You can only operate the panoramic glass roof and the sunshades switches when
the ignition switch is in ON
w*1. Use the switch in the front of the ceiling to open
and close the panoramic glass roof and the sunshades.
■Automatic operation
To open: Pull the switch back firmly, then release.
The panoramic glass roof or sunshades will
automatically open all the way. To stop the
panoramic glass roof or sunshades midway,
push the switch briefly.
■Manual operation
To open: Pull the switch back, and hold it
until the desired position is reached.
To close: Push the switch forward, and hold it
until the desired position is reached.
■Tilting the panoramic glass roof up
To tilt: Push on the center of the panoramic
glass roof switch. uThe sunshades will open automatically and
the panoramic glass roof will start to tilt up.
To close: Push the switch fo rward firmly, then
release.
*1: Models with the keyless access system have an ENGINE START/STOP button
instead of an ignition switch.
■Opening/Closing the Panoramic Glass Roof1 Opening/Closing the Panoramic Glass Roof
NOTICEOpening the panoramic glas s roof in below freezing
temperature or when it is covered with snow or ice can
damage the panoramic glas s roof panel or motor.
The power panoramic glass roof and sunshades can
be operated for up to 10 minutes after you turn the
ignition switch off
*1.
Opening either front door cancels this function.
The panoramic glass roof can operate only when the
sunshades are fully open.
The sunshades can be opened or closed to adjust the
amount of light that enters the cabin.
The sunshades can operate only when the panoramic
glass roof is fully closed.
The front and rear sunshades cannot be operated
individually.
3WARNING
Opening or closing the panoramic glass
roof or sunshades on someone’s hands or
fingers can cause serious injury.
Make sure all hands and fingers are clear of
the panoramic glass roof and sunshades
before opening or closing it.
Open
CloseTilt

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Features
General Information on the Audio System
XM® Radio Service
1.You need your radio ID ready before registering for subscription.
To see the ID in the display: Turn the selector knob until 0 appears.
2. Have your radio ID and credit card number ready, and either call or visit the XM®
website to subscribe.
Press the (XM ®) button and stay in this mode for about 30 minutes until the
service is activated. Make sure your vehicl e is in an open area with good reception.
LOADING: XM® is loading the audio or program information.
OFF AIR: The channel is not currently broadcasting.
UPDATING: The encryption code is being updated. Channels 0 and 1 still work
normally.
NO SIGNAL: The signal is too weak in the current location.
--------: No such channel exists, the channel is not part of your subscription, or the
artist or title info rmation is unavailable.
ANTENNA: There is a problem with the XM ® antenna. Contact a dealer.
■Subscribing to XM ® Radio
■Receiving XM ® Radio
■XM ® Radio Display Messages
1 Subscribing to XM ® Radio
Contact Information for XM ® Radio:
US: XM ® Radio at www.siriusxm.com , or (800) 852-
9696
Canada: XM ® Canada at www.xmradio.ca , or (877)
209-0079
1 Receiving XM ® Radio
The XM ® satellites are in orbit over the equator;
therefore, objects south of the vehicle may cause
satellite reception interrupt ions. Satellite signals are
more likely to be blocked by tall buildings and
mountains the farther north you travel from the
equator.
You may experience reception problems under the
following circumstances:
•In a location with an obstruction to the south of
your vehicle.
•In tunnels•On the lower level of a multi-tiered road•Large items carried on the roof rack