Acura ZDX 2013 Owner's Manual

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*1:Default SettingSetup Group Customizable Features Description Selectable settingsDOOR
SETUP
AUTO DOOR LOCK
Changes the setting for the automatic
locking feature.
WITH VEH SPD
*1, SHIFT FROM
(P,
OFF
AUTO DOOR UNLOCK
Changes the setting for when the doors and
the tailgate unlock automatically.
DRIVER DOOR WITH SHIFT TO
(P*1,
ALL DOORS WITH SHIFT TO
(P,
DRIVER DOOR WITH IGN OFF, ALL
DOORS WITH IGN OFF, OFF
KEY AND REMOTE
UNLOCK MODE
Changes which doors unlock with the remote
transmitter on the first push.
DRIVER DOOR
*1, ALL DOORS
KEYLESS LOCK
ACKNOWLEDGMENT
LOCK/UNLOCK - The exterior lights flash
LOCK (2nd push) - The beeper sounds
ON
*1, OFF
SECURITY RELOCK TIMER
Changes the time it takes for the doors and
the tailgate to relock and the security system
to set after you unlock the vehicle without
opening any door and the tailgate.
90 sec, 60 sec, 30 sec
*1

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*1:Default SettingSetup Group Customizable Features Description Selectable settings
POWER
TAILGATE
SETUPPTG KEYLESS OPEN
MODEChanges the keyless setting for when the
power tailgate opens.ANYTIME
*1, WHEN UNLOCKED
POWER OPEN BY OUTER
HANDLEChanges the setting to open Power tailgate
by outer handle.OFF (MANUAL ONLY),
ON (POWER/MANUAL)
*1
Default All
Sets/Cancels all the customized settings as
default.
CANCEL, SET

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■Example of customization settings
The steps for changing the TRIP A RESET WITH REFUEL setting to ON are shown
below. The default setting for Trip Computer Trip Reset WITH REFUEL is OFF.
1.Press button to select CHANGE
SETTINGS, then press the SEL/RESET
button.
2.Press the button until METER
SETUP appears on the display.
3.Press the SEL/RESET button.
uLANGUAGE SELECTION appears first in
the display.

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4.Press the button until TRIP A
RESET WITH REFUEL appears on the
display, then press the SEL/RESET button.
5.Press the button and select ON,
then press the SEL/RESET button.
6.Press the button until EXIT appears
in the display, then press the SEL/RESET
button.
7.Repeat Step 6 until you return to the
normal screen.

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Controls
This chapter explains how to operate the various controls necessary for driving.
Locking and Unlocking the Doors
Key Types and Functions .................. 106
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the
Outside .......................................... 108Low Keyless Access Remote Signal
Strength ........................................ 112Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the
Inside ............................................. 113
Childproof Door Locks ..................... 114
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking .......... 115
Opening and Closing the Tailgate... 116
Security System................................ 122Opening and Closing the Windows..... 125
Opening and Closing the Panoramic
Glass Roof........................................ 128
Operating the Switches Around the
Steering Wheel
ENGINE START/STOP Button............. 129
Turn Signals ..................................... 132
Light Switches.................................. 132
Fog Lights ........................................ 134
Daytime Running Lights ................... 134
Wipers and Washers ........................ 135
Brightness Control ........................... 137Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror
Button........................................ 138Driving Position Memory System ...... 139Adjusting the Steering Wheel .......... 141
Adjusting the Mirrors....................... 142
Adjusting the Seats.......................... 144
Interior Lights/Interior Convenience
Items
Interior Lights .................................. 152
Interior Convenience Items .............. 154
Climate Control System
Using Automatic Climate Control .... 163
Synchronized Mode ......................... 165
Automatic Climate Control Sensors ...... 166

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Locking and Unlocking the DoorsKey Types and FunctionsThis vehicle comes with the following key:
Use the key to start and stop the engine, and
to lock and unlock all the doors, tailgate, and
fuel fill door. You can also use the keyless
access system to lock and unlock all the doors,
tailgate, and fuel fill door.
The seat automatically moves to the preset
position when you unlock the door using the
keyless access system.
2Driving Position Memory System P. 139
■Keyless access remote
The built-in key can be used to lock/unlock the
doors and the tailgate when the keyless access
remote battery becomes weak and the power
door lock/unlock operation is disabled.
To remove the built-in key, pull it out while
pressing the release button. To reinstall the
built-in key, push the built-in key into the
keyless access remote until it clicks.■Keys
1Key Types and Functions
All of the keys have an immobilizer system. The
immobilizer system helps to protect against vehicle
theft.
2Immobilizer System P. 122
The keys contain precision electronics.
Adhere to the following advice to prevent damage to
the electronics:•Do not leave the keys in direct sunlight, or in
locations with high temperature or high humidity.•Do not drop the keys or set heavy objects on them.•Keep the keys away from liquids.•Do not take the keys apart except for replacing the
battery.
If the circuits in the keys are damaged, the engine
may not start, and the keyless access system may not
work.
If the keys do not work properly, have them
inspected by a dealer.
Keyless Access Remote
Built-in KeyRelease Button

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Contains a number that you will need if you
purchase a replacement key.
■Key Number Tag
1Key Number Tag
Keep the key number tag separate from the key in a
safe place outside of your vehicle.
If you wish to purchase an additional key, contact a
dealer.
If you lose your key and you cannot start the engine,
contact a dealer.

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Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside
■Locking the doors
Press the Lock button.
Once:
uSome exterior lights flash, all the doors,
tailgate, and fuel fill door will lock, and
the security system sets.
Twice (within five seconds after the first
push):
uA beeper sounds and verifies the security
system is set.■Unlocking the doors
Press the UnlocK button.
Once:
uSome exterior lights flash twice, and the
driver’s door and fuel fill door unlocks.
Twice:
uThe remaining doors and the tailgate
unlock.
■Using the Remote Transmitter
1Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside
You can lock or unlock doors using the remote
transmitter or keyless access system only when the
power mode is in VEHICLE OFF.1Using the Remote Transmitter
If you do not open a door or the tailgate within 30
seconds of unlocking vehicle with the remote
transmitter, the they will automatically relock.
You can change the relock timer setting.
2Customized Features P. 92
If the interior light switch is in the door activated
position, the interior lights come on when you press
the UNLOCK button.
No doors opened: The lights fade out after 30
seconds.
Doors relocked with the remote: The lights go off
immediately.
2Interior Lights P. 152
The remote transmitter uses low-power signals, so
the operating range may vary depending on the
surroundings.
The remote will not lock the vehicle when a door or
tailgate is open.
LED
Unlock
ButtonLock Button

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When you carry the keyless access remote,
you can lock/unlock the doors and the
tailgate.
You can lock/unlock the doors within a radius
of about 32 inches (80 cm) of the outside door
handle. You can open the tailgate within
about 32 inches (80 cm) radius from the
tailgate release switch.■Locking the door and tailgate
Press the door lock button on the front door
or lock button on the tailgate.
uSome exterior lights flash; a beeper
sounds; all the doors and the tailgate
lock; and the security system sets.
■Using the Keyless Access System
1Using the Remote Transmitter
If the distance at which it works varies, the battery is
probably low.
If the LED does not come on when you press a
button, the battery is dead.
2Replacing the Button Battery P. 268
You can customize the door unlock mode setting.
2Customized Features P. 921Using the Keyless Access System•The driver must carry the keyless access remote and
not leave it in the vehicle when you get out.•A person who is not carrying the keyless access
remote can lock/unlock the doors if a person who
is carrying it is within range.•The door may be unlocked if the door handle is
covered with water in heavy rain or in a carwash if
the keyless access remote is within range.•If you grip a front door handle wearing gloves, the
door sensor may be slow to respond or may not
respond by unlocking the doors.•The door might not open if you pull it immediately
after gripping the door handle. Grip the handle
again and confirm that the door is unlocked before
pulling the handle.
Door Lock
Button
Lock Button