ECU Acura ZDX 2013 Owner's Guide

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uuGauges and Multi-Information DisplayuMulti-Information Display
Instrument Panel
*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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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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uuLocking and Unlocking the DoorsuLocking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside
Controls
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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uuLocking and Unlocking the DoorsuLocking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside
Controls
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

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Security SystemImmobilizer SystemThe immobilizer system prevents a key that has not been pre-registered from
starting the engine. Each key contains electronic transmitters that use electronic
signals to verify the key.
Pay attention to the following when inserting the ACCESSORY mode with the
ENGINE START/STOP button:
•Do not allow objects that emit strong radio waves near the ENGINE START/
STOP button.
•Make sure the key is not covered by or touching a metal object.
•Do not bring a key from another vehicle’s immobilizer system with the keyless
access remote.Security System AlarmThe security system alarm activates when the doors, tailgate, or hood are opened
without the key, remote transmitter or keyless access remote.■When the security system alarm activates
The horn sounds intermittently and all of the exterior lights flash.■To deactivate the security system alarm
Unlock the vehicle using the key, remote transmitter or keyless access system. The
system, along with the horn and flashing lights, is deactivated.
1Immobilizer SystemNOTICELeaving the ignition key in the vehicle can result in
theft or accidental movement of the vehicle.
Always take the ignition key with you whenever you
leave the vehicle unattended.
Do not alter the system or add other devices to it.
Doing so may damage the system and make your
vehicle inoperable.1Security System Alarm
The security alarm continues for a maximum of two
minutes until the security system deactivates.

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uuSecurity SystemuSecurity System Alarm
Controls
■Setting the security system alarm
The security system alarm automatically sets when the following conditions have
been met:
•The power mode is in VEHICLE OFF (LOCK).
•The hood is closed.
•All doors and the tailgate are locked from outside with the key, remote
transmitter, or keyless access system.■When the security system alarm sets
The security system alarm indicator in the instrument panel blinks. When the
blinking interval changes after about 15 seconds, the security system is set.■To cancel the security system alarm
The security system is cancelled when the vehicle is unlocked using the keyless
remote, or set the power mode to ON. The security system alarm indicator goes off
at the same time.
1Security System Alarm
Do not set the security system alarm when someone
is in the vehicle or a window is open. The system can
accidentally activate when:•Unlocking the door with the lock tab or the master
door lock switch.•Opening the tailgate with the power tailgate
button in the instrument panel.
If the battery goes dead after you have set the
security system alarm, the security alarm may go off
once the battery is recharged or replaced.
If this occurs, deactivate the security system alarm by
unlocking a door using the key, remote transmitter or
keyless access system.
Do not attempt to alter this system or add another
device to it.

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uuSecurity SystemuSecurity System Alarm
Controls
■The PANIC button on the remote
transmitter
If you press the PANIC button for
approximately one second, the following will
occur for about 30 seconds:
•The horn sounds.
•Some exterior lights flash.
■Canceling panic mode
Press any button on the remote transmitter, or set the power mode to ON.■Panic Mode
Panic Button

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uuAdjusting the SeatsuAdjusting the Seat Positions
Controls
After all occupants have adjusted their seats and head restraints, and put on their seat
belts, it is very important that they continue to sit upright, well back in their seats, with
their feet on the floor, until the vehicle is safely parked and the engine is off.
Sitting improperly can increase the chance of injury during a crash. For example, if an
occupant slouches, lies down, turns sideways, sits forward, leans forward or sideways,
or puts one or both feet up, the chance of injury during a crash is greatly increased.
In addition, an occupant who is out of position in the front seat can be seriously or
fatally injured in a crash by striking interior parts of the vehicle or being struck by an
inflating front airbag.
The driver’s and front passenger’s seats have active head restraints. In a rear impact,
an occupant properly secured by a seat belt will be pushed against the seat-back and
the head restraint will move forward. This reduces the distance between the
restraint and the occupant’s head, which helps reduce the likelihood of whiplash
and injuries to the neck and upper spine.■Maintain a Proper Sitting Position■Active Head Restraints
1Maintain a Proper Sitting Position
3
WARNING
Sitting improperly or out of position can
result in serious injury or death in a crash.
Always sit upright, well back in the seat,
with your feet on the floor.1Active Head Restraints
In order for the active head restraints to operate
properly:•Do not hang any items on the head restraints, or
from the restraint legs.•Do not place any objects between an occupant and
the seat-back.•Install each restraint in its proper location.
After a collision, the activated restraint should return
to its normal position. If the restraint does not return
to its normal position, or in the event of a severe
collision, have the vehicle inspected by a dealer.

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uuAdjusting the SeatsuRear Seats
Controls
Rear Seats
1.Store the center seat belt buckle into the
pocket in the rear seat-back.
2.Lower the head restraints to their lowest
positions.
3.Pull the release lever and fold down the
seat-back.
■Folding Down the Rear Seats
1Folding Down the Rear Seats
The rear seat-backs can be folded down to
accommodate bulkier items in the cargo area.
Never drive with the seat-back folded down and the
tailgate open.
2Exhaust Gas Hazard P. 63
To lock the seat-back upright, push it backwards until
it locks.
When returning the seat-back to its original position,
push it firmly back. Also, make sure all rear shoulder
belts are positioned in front of the seat-back.
Make sure that the folded seat-back does not press
against the front passenger seat, as this can cause the
weight sensors in the front passenger seat to work
improperly.
2Passenger Airbag Off Indicator P. 46
Make sure all items in the cargo area or items
extending to the rear seats are properly
secured. Loose items can fly forward if you have
to brake hard.
Pocket
Release
Lever

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uuInterior Lights/Interior Convenience ItemsuInterior Convenience Items
Controls
There are coat hooks on the rear left and right
grab handles. Pull them down to use them.
Use the floor cargo hooks to secure luggage in
the cargo area.
■Coat Hooks
1Coat Hooks
The coat hooks are not designed for large or heavy
items.
■Cargo Hooks
1Cargo Hooks
Heavy objects may damage the hook.
Hooks