engine Acura ZDX 2013 Owner's Manual

310Information
Emissions TestingTesting of Readiness CodesYour vehicle uses “readiness codes,” as part of its onboard self diagnostic system.
Some states refer to these codes during testing to see if your vehicle’s emissions
components are working properly.
The codes may not be read if you go through the testing just after the battery has
gone dead or been disconnected.
To check if they are set, set the power mode to ON, without starting the engine. The
malfunction indicator lamp will come on for several seconds. If it then goes off, the
readiness codes are set. If it blinks five times, the readiness codes are not set.
If you are required to have your vehicle tested before the readiness codes are ready,
prepare the vehicle for retesting by doing the following:
1.Fill the gas tank to approximately 3/4 full.
2.Park the vehicle and leave the engine off for 6 hours or more.
3.Make sure the ambient temperature is between 40°F and 95°F (4°C and 35°C).
4.Start the engine without touching the accelerator pedal, and let it idle for 20
seconds.
5.Keep the vehicle in
(P. Increase the engine speed to 2,000 rpm, and hold it there
until the temperature gauge rises to at least 1/4 of the scale (about 3 minutes).
6.Let the engine idle with your foot off the accelerator for 20 seconds.
1Testing of Readiness Codes
The readiness codes are erased when the battery is
disconnected, and set again only after several days of
driving under a variety of conditions.
If a testing facility determines that the readiness
codes are not set, you may be requested to return at
a later date to complete the test.
If the testing facility determines the readiness codes
are still not set, see a dealer.

311
uuEmissions TestinguTesting of Readiness Codes
Information
7.Select a nearby, lightly traveled major highway where you can maintain a speed
of 50 to 60 mph (80 to 97 km/h) for at least 20 minutes. Drive on the highway in (D. Do not use cruise control. When traffic allows, drive for 90 seconds without
moving the accelerator pedal. (Vehicle speed may vary slightly; this is okay.) If you
cannot do this for a continuous 90 seconds because of traffic conditions, drive for
at least 30 seconds, then repeat it two more times (for a total of 90 seconds).
8.Drive in city/suburban traffic for at least 10 minutes. When traffic conditions
allow, let the vehicle coast for several seconds without using the accelerator pedal
or the brake pedal.
9.Park the vehicle and leave the engine off for 30 minutes.

314Information
Authorized Manuals■Service Express
For electronic copies of service publications, you can purchase a subscription to
Service Express. Visit www.techinfo.honda.com for pricing and options.
The publications listed below can be purchased from Helm Incorporated. You can
order a manual by phone at (800) 782-4356 (credit card orders only), or online at
www.helminc.com.
Make an inquiry to Helm Inc. at (800) 782-4356 if you are interested in ordering
other models’ or other years’ manuals.Publication
Form Number
Form Description
61SZN03
2013 Acura ZDX Service Manual
61SZN03EL
2013 Acura ZDX Electrical Troubleshooting Manual
61SZN30
2010 Acura ZDX Body Repair Manual
31SZN630
2013 Acura ZDX Owner’s Manual
31SZN830
2013 Acura ZDX Navigation System Owner’s Manual
31SZNM30
2013 Acura ZDX Maintenance Journal
31SZNQ30
2013 Acura ZDX Advanced Technology Guide
ACU-R
Order Form for Previous Years- Indicate Year and Model Desired
1Authorized Manuals
Service Manual:
Covers maintenance and recommended procedures
for repair to engine and chassis components. It is
written for the journeyman technician, but it is simple
enough for most mechanically inclined owners to
understand.
Electrical Troubleshooting Manual:
Complements the Service Manual by providing in-
depth troubleshooting information for each electrical
circuit in your vehicle.
Body Repair Manual:
Describes the procedures involved in the replacement
of damaged body parts.
Si vous avez besoin d’un Manuel du Conducteur en
français, veuillez demander à votre concessionnaire
de commander le numéro de pièce 33SZNC30Canadian Owners
U.S. Owners

Index
316Index
Index
AABS (Anti-lock Brake System)................... 214
Accessories and Modifications................. 225
Accessory Power Sockets.......................... 158
Active Head Restraints............................. 149
Additives
Coolant ................................................... 243
Engine Oil ................................................ 238
Washer .................................................... 248
Additives, Engine Oil................................ 238
Adjusting
Armrest ................................................... 151
Front Seats .............................................. 144
Head Restraints........................................ 146
Mirrors .................................................... 142
Rear Seats................................................ 150
Steering Wheel ........................................ 141
Temperature .............................................. 89
Air Conditioning System (Climate Control
System).................................................... 163
Changing the Mode ................................ 163
Defrosting the Windshield and
Windows ............................................... 164
Dust and Pollen Filter ............................... 269
Recirculation/Fresh Air Mode ................... 163
Sensor ..................................................... 166
Synchronized Mode ................................. 165
Using Automatic Climate Control ............ 163
Air Pressure....................................... 259, 306Airbags........................................................ 34
Advanced Airbags ..................................... 40
After a Collision ........................................ 38
Airbag Care............................................... 48
Event Data Recorder .................................. 18
Front Airbags (SRS) .................................... 37
Indicator........................................ 45, 70, 74
Passenger Airbag Off Indicator .................. 46
Sensors ..................................................... 34
Side Airbag Cutoff System......................... 43
Side Airbag Off Indicator ........................... 47
Side Airbags .............................................. 41
Side Curtain Airbags.................................. 44
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS).................. 214
Indicator.................................................... 70
Armrest..................................................... 151
Audio System............................................ 168
Authorized Manuals................................ 314
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking................. 115
Automatic Lighting.................................. 133
Automatic Transmission........................... 188
Creeping ................................................. 188
Fluid ........................................................ 245
Kickdown ................................................ 188
Operating the Shift Lever........... 12, 190, 192
Sequential Shift Mode ............................. 191
Shift Lever Does Not Move ...................... 289
Shifting ................................................... 189
Average Fuel Economy.............................. 89
Average Speed........................................... 90
BBattery...................................................... 267
Charging System Indicator ................ 67, 292
Jump Starting ......................................... 287
Maintenance (Checking the Battery) ....... 267
Maintenance (Replacing) ......................... 268
Belts (Seat).................................................. 27
Beverage Holders..................................... 157
Blind Spot Information (BSI)................... 205
Booster Seats (For Children)...................... 62
Brake System............................................ 212
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) .................. 214
Brake Assist System................................. 215
Fluid ....................................................... 246
Foot Brake .............................................. 213
Indicator ........................................... 66, 294
Parking Brake.......................................... 212
Brightness Control (Instrument Panel)... 137
Bulb Replacement.................................... 249
Back-Up Lights ........................................ 254
Daytime Running Light............................ 252
Fog Lights ............................................... 250
Front Side Marker Lights ......................... 251
Front Turn Signal/Parking Lights .............. 251
Headlights .............................................. 249
High-Mount Brake Light.......................... 255
Rear License Plate Light ........................... 255
Side Turn Signal/
Emergency Indicator Lights.................... 252
Stop Light, Taillight, Rear Turn Signal Light and
Rear Side Marker Lights......................... 253

317Index
Bulb Specifications................................... 306CCarbon Monoxide Gas............................... 63
Cargo Hooks............................................. 159
Carrying Cargo................................. 173, 175
Certification Label................................... 307
Changing Bulbs........................................ 249
Charging System Indicator................ 67, 292
Child Safety................................................ 49
Childproof Door Locks ............................ 114
Child Seat................................................... 49
Booster Seats ............................................ 62
Child Seat for Infants ................................ 51
Child Seat for Small Children .................... 52
Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/
Shoulder Seat Belt ................................... 57
Larger Children ......................................... 61
Rear-facing Child Seat............................... 51
Selecting a Child Seat ............................... 53
Using a Tether .......................................... 59
Childproof Door Locks............................. 114
Cleaning the Exterior............................... 272
Cleaning the Interior............................... 270
Client Service Information....................... 315
Climate Control System........................... 163
Changing the Mode................................ 163
Defrosting the Windshield and
Windows .............................................. 164
Dust and Pollen Filter .............................. 269Recirculation/Fresh Air Mode ................... 163
Sensor ..................................................... 166
Synchronized Mode ................................. 165
Using Automatic Climate Control ............ 163
Clock.............................................................. 9
Coat Hook................................................. 159
Compact Spare Tire.......................... 277, 306
Console Compartment............................. 155
Controls..................................................... 105
Coolant (Engine)....................................... 243
Adding to the Radiator ............................ 244
Adding to the Reserve Tank ..................... 243
Overheating ............................................ 290
Temperature Gauge .................................. 86
Creeping.................................................... 188
Cruise Control........................................... 193
Indicator .................................................... 75
Cup Holders.............................................. 157
Customized Features.................................. 92
DDaytime Running Lights........................... 134
Dead Battery............................................. 287
Devices that Emit Radio Waves............... 308
Dimming
Headlights ............................................... 132
Rearview Mirror ....................................... 142
Dipstick (Engine Oil)................................. 239
Directional Signals (Turn Signal)............. 132
Door Mirrors............................................. 143Doors......................................................... 106
Auto Door Locking .................................. 115
Auto Door Unlocking .............................. 115
Door and Tailgate Open Indicator ........ 26, 71
Keys ........................................................ 106
Locking/Unlocking the Doors
from the Inside ...................................... 113
Locking/Unlocking the Doors
from the Outside ................................... 108
Lockout Prevention System ...................... 111
DOT Tire Quality Grading........................ 261
Driving...................................................... 171
Automatic Transmission .......................... 188
Braking ................................................... 212
Cruise Control ......................................... 193
Shifting Gear ........................................... 189
Starting the Engine.................................. 185
Driving Position Memory System............ 139
Dust and Pollen Filter............................... 269
EElapsed Time............................................... 90
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)............. 202
Emergency................................................ 301
Emissions Testing (Readiness Codes)....... 310
Engine....................................................... 307
Coolant ................................................... 243
Jump Starting .......................................... 287
Oil ........................................................... 238
Starting ................................................... 185

318Index
Engine Coolant......................................... 243
Adding to the Radiator ............................ 244
Adding to the Reserve Tank ..................... 243
Overheating............................................. 290
Temperature Gauge................................... 86
Engine Oil.................................................. 238
Adding .................................................... 240
Checking ................................................. 239
Displaying Oil Life .................................... 231
Low Oil Pressure Indicator .................. 66, 292
Recommended Engine Oil ........................ 238
Exhaust Gas Hazard
(Carbon Monoxide)................................... 63
Exterior Care (Cleaning)........................... 272
Exterior Mirrors......................................... 143FFeatures..................................................... 167
Filters
Dust and Pollen ....................................... 269
Oil ........................................................... 241
Flat Tire..................................................... 277
Floor Mats................................................. 271
Fluids
Automatic Transmission ........................... 245
Brake ....................................................... 246
Engine Coolant ........................................ 243
Windshield Washer .................................. 248
Fog Light Indicator..................................... 73
Folding Down the Rear Seats................... 150Foot Brake................................................ 213
Forward Collision Warning (FCW)........... 196
Front Airbags (SRS)..................................... 37
Front Seat Heaters and Seat
Ventilation.............................................. 161
Front Seats................................................ 144
Adjusting ................................................ 144
Fuel...................................................... 13, 221
Economy ................................................. 224
Gauge ....................................................... 86
Instant Fuel Economy ................................ 90
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 69
Range ....................................................... 90
Recommendation .................................... 221
Refueling................................................. 221
Fuel Economy........................................... 224
Fuel Fill Cap........................................ 13, 223
Message.................................................. 293
Fuel Fill Door...................................... 13, 222
Fuses
Locations................................................. 295
GGasoline (Fuel)
Economy ................................................. 224
Gauge ....................................................... 86
Information ............................................. 221
Instant Fuel Economy ................................ 90
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 69
Refueling................................................. 221Gauges........................................................ 86
Gear Shift Lever Positions
Automatic Transmission .......................... 189
Glass (care)............................................... 273
Glove Box................................................. 154
HHalogen Bulbs.......................................... 250
Handling the Unexpected....................... 275
Hazard Warning Button.............................. 2
Head Restraints........................................ 146
Headlights................................................ 132
Aiming.................................................... 249
Automatic Operation .............................. 133
Dimming......................................... 132, 134
Operating ............................................... 132
Heaters (Seat)................................... 161, 162
High-Beam Indicator.................................. 73
HomeLink® Universal Transceiver........... 169IIdentification Numbers............................ 307
Engine and Transmission ......................... 307
Vehicle Identification............................... 307
Illumination Control................................ 137
Button .................................................... 137
Immobilizer System.................................. 122
Indicator ................................................... 74
Indicators.................................................... 66

320Index
MMaintenance............................................. 227
Battery..................................................... 267
Brake ....................................................... 246
Cleaning .................................................. 270
Climate Control ....................................... 269
Coolant ................................................... 243
Maintenance Minder
TM............................ 231
Oil ........................................................... 239
Precautions .............................................. 228
Radiator................................................... 244
Remote Transmitter ................................. 268
Replacing Light Bulbs ............................... 249
Safety ...................................................... 229
Service Items............................................ 233
Tires ........................................................ 258
Transmission Fluid.................................... 245
Under the Hood....................................... 235
Malfunction Indicator Lamp.............. 67, 293
Map Lights................................................ 153
Maximum Load Limit................................ 175
Meters, Gauges........................................... 86
Mirrors....................................................... 142
Adjusting ................................................. 142
Door ........................................................ 143
Exterior .................................................... 143
Interior Rearview...................................... 142
Modifications (and Accessories)............... 225
Multi-Information Display.......................... 87
NNumbers (Identification).......................... 307OOdometer................................................... 88
Oil (Engine)............................................... 238
Adding .................................................... 240
Checking................................................. 239
Displaying Oil Life .................................... 231
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 66, 292
Recommended Engine Oil ....................... 238
Viscosity .................................................. 238
Opening/Closing
Hood....................................................... 236
Panoramic Glass Roof .............................. 128
Power Windows ...................................... 125
Tailgate ........................................... 116, 303
Outside Temperature Display.................... 89
Overheating.............................................. 290PPaddle Shifters (Sequential Shift
Mode)...................................................... 191
Panic Mode............................................... 124
Panoramic Glass Roof............................... 128
Parking...................................................... 216
Parking Brake........................................... 212
Parking Brake and Brake System
Indicator............................................ 66, 294Parking Sensor System............................. 217
Passenger Airbag Off Indicator................. 46
Passing Indicators..................................... 132
Power Windows....................................... 125
Precautions While Driving....................... 187
Rain ........................................................ 187
Pregnant Women....................................... 32
Puncture (Tire)......................................... 277
RRadiator.................................................... 244
Range.......................................................... 90
Readiness Codes (Emissions Testing)...... 310
Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror
Button..................................................... 138
Rear Seat Heaters..................................... 162
Rear Seats (Folding Down)...................... 150
Rearview Mirror....................................... 142
Rearview Mirror with Rearview Camera
Display.................................................... 220
Refueling.................................................. 221
Fuel Gauge ............................................... 86
Gasoline ......................................... 221, 306
Low Fuel Indicator..................................... 69
Regulations.............................. 210, 261, 308
Remote Transmitter................................. 108

321Index
Replacement
Battery .................................................... 268
Bulbs ...................................................... 249
Fuses ...................................................... 295
Tires........................................................ 264
Wiper Blade Rubber ................................ 256
Reporting Safety Defects......................... 309
Resetting a Trip Meter............................... 89
Reverse Tilt Door Mirror.......................... 143SSafe Driving................................................ 21
Safety Check............................................... 26
Safety Labels.............................................. 64
Safety Message.......................................... 19
Seat Belts.................................................... 27
Adjusting the Shoulder Anchor ................. 31
Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners ................. 29
Checking .................................................. 33
Fastening .................................................. 30
Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/
Shoulder Seat Belt ................................... 57
Pregnant Women...................................... 32
Reminder .................................................. 28
Warning Indicator ............................... 28, 69
Seat Heaters..................................... 161, 162
Seats.......................................................... 144
Adjusting ................................................ 144
Front Seats.............................................. 144
Rear Seats ............................................... 150Seat Heaters .................................... 161, 162
Security System......................................... 122
Immobilizer System Indicator ..................... 74
Security System Alarm Indicator ................. 75
SEL/RESET Button........................................ 87
Select Lever......................................... 12, 189
Operation .......................... 12, 190, 191, 192
Releasing ................................................. 289
Won’t Move ............................................ 289
Selecting a Child Seat................................. 53
Sequential Shift Mode............................. 191
Setting the Clock.......................................... 9
SH-AWD®................................................... 204
Indicator .................................................... 76
Shift Lever........................................... 12, 189
Shift Position Indicator....................... 68, 190
Shifting...................................................... 189
Shoulder Anchor......................................... 31
Side Airbags................................................ 41
Cutoff System ........................................... 43
Off Indicator .............................................. 43
Side Curtain Airbags................................... 44
Side Storage Compartment..................... 156
Snow Tires................................................. 266
Spare Tire.......................................... 277, 306
Spark Plugs................................................ 306
Specifications............................................ 306
Specified Fuel.................................... 221, 306
Speedometer.............................................. 86
SRS Airbags (Airbags)................................. 37Starting the Engine.................................. 185
Does Not Start......................................... 284
Jump Starting .......................................... 287
Steering Wheel......................................... 141
Adjusting ................................................ 141
Stopping................................................... 216
Super Handling-All Wheel Drive
TM (SH-AWD®)
System..................................................... 204
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS)........ 37
Switches (Around the Steering
Wheel)............................................. 2, 3, 129
SYNC Mode............................................... 165
System Message Indicator.......................... 72
TTachometer................................................. 86
Tailgate..................................................... 116
Unable to Open....................................... 303
Temperature
Outside Temperature Display ..................... 89
Temperature Sensor................................. 166
Time (Setting)............................................... 9
Tire Pressure Monitoring System
(TPMS)..................................................... 208
Indicator............................................ 72, 294

322Index
Tires........................................................... 258
Air Pressure ..................................... 259, 306
Checking and Maintaining ....................... 258
Compact Spare Tire ................................. 277
Inspection ................................................ 258
Labeling................................................... 259
Puncture (Flat Tire) ................................... 277
Regulations.............................................. 261
Rotation .................................................. 265
Tire Chains .............................................. 266
Wear Indicators ....................................... 263
Winter ..................................................... 266
Tools.......................................................... 276
Towing a Trailer........................................ 177
Equipment and Accessories...................... 178
Load Limits .............................................. 177
Towing Your Vehicle................................ 181
Emergency............................................... 301
TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitoring
System).................................................... 208
Indicator ............................................ 72, 294
Transmission.............................................. 189
Automatic ............................................... 189
Fluid ........................................................ 245
Number ................................................... 307
Sequential Shift Mode ............................. 191
Shift Position Indicator ....................... 68, 190
Trip Meter................................................... 89Troubleshooting....................................... 275
Blown Fuse.............................................. 295
Brake Pedal Vibrates .................................. 16
Buzzer Sounds When Opening Door.......... 17
Emergency Towing .................................. 301
Engine Won’t Start .................................. 284
Noise When Braking .................................. 17
Overheating ............................................ 290
Premium Gasoline ........................... 221, 306
Puncture/Flat Tire .................................... 277
Rear Door Won’t Open...................... 16, 114
Select Lever Won’t Move ......................... 289
Warning Indicators .................................... 66
Turn Signals.............................................. 132
Indicators (Instrument Panel) ..................... 73
UUnder-floor Storage Area........................ 156
Unlocking the Doors................................ 108VVanity Mirrors............................................... 5
Vehicle Identification Number................ 307
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA®).................. 202
Off Button............................................... 203
Off Indicator.............................................. 71
System Indicator ........................................ 71
Viscosity (Oil).................................... 238, 306
VSA® (Vehicle Stability Assist).................. 202
WWarning and Information Messages........ 79
Warning Indicator On/Blinking............... 292
Warning Labels.......................................... 64
Warranties (Warranty Manual provided
separately).............................................. 312
Watts........................................................ 306
Wear Indicators (Tire).............................. 263
Wheel Nut Wrench (Jack Handle)........... 281
Window Washers..................................... 135
Adding/Refilling Fluid .............................. 248
Switch .................................................... 135
Windows (Opening and Closing)............ 125
Windshield............................................... 135
Cleaning ................................................. 273
Washer Fluid ........................................... 248
Wiper Blades........................................... 256
Wipers and Washers ............................... 135
Winter Tires.............................................. 266
Snow Tires .............................................. 266
Tire Chains.............................................. 266
Wipers and Washers................................ 135
Checking and Replacing Wiper Blades..... 256
Worn Tires................................................ 258