washer fluid Acura ZDX 2013 Owner's Manual

9Quick Reference Guide
Controls
(P105)
Clock The navigation system receives signals from
GPS satellites, updating the clock
automatically.Turn Signals
(P132)
LeftRightTurn Signal Control Lever
ENGINE START/STOP
Button
(P129)
Press the button to change the vehicle’s
power mode.
Lights
(P132)
Light Control Switches
High Beam
Low
Beam
Flashing
Wipers and Washers
(P135)
Wiper/Washer Control Lever
Adjustment Ring
: Long Delay
: Short DelayMIST
OFF
INT: Low speed with intermittent
LO: Low speed wipe
HI: High speed wipePull toward
you to spray
washer
fluid.

14Quick Reference Guide
Maintenance
(P227)
Under the Hood
(P235)
●Check engine oil, engine coolant, and windshield washer
fluid. Add when necessary.
●Check brake fluid.
●Check the battery regularly.
a
Pull the hood release handle under the corner of the
dashboard.
b
Locate the hood latch lever, pull the lever up, and lift up
the hood.
c
When finished, close the hood and make sure it is firmly
locked in place.
Lights
(P249)
●Inspect all lights regularly.
Wiper Blades
(P256)
●Replace blades if they leave streaks
across the windshield.
Tires
(P258)
●Inspect tires and wheels regularly.
●Check tire pressures regularly.
●Install snow tires for winter
driving.

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uuIndicatorsuMulti-Information Display Warning and Information Messages
Continued
Instrument Panel
Multi-Information Display Warning and Information MessagesThe following messages appear only on the multi-information display. Press the (information) button to see the message again
with the system message indicator on.
Message
Condition
Explanation
●Appears when the fuel fill cap is loose or is not
installed.
2Tighten Fuel Cap Message P. 293
●Appears if there is a problem with the DRL system.
●Have your vehicle checked by a dealer.
2Daytime Running Lights P. 134
●Appears when the washer fluid is low.
●Refill washer fluid.
2Refilling Window Washer Fluid P. 248
●Appears when there is a problem with the power
tailgate system.
●Manually open or close the power tailgate.●Have the vehicle checked by a dealer.
●Appears when the daytime running lights are off.
2Daytime Running Lights P. 134

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uuOperating the Switches Around the Steering WheeluWipers and Washers
Continued
Controls
Wipers and Washers
The windshield wipers and washers can be
used when the power mode is in ON.■MIST
The wipers run at high speed until you release
the lever.■Wiper switch (OFF, INT, LO, HI)
Change the wiper switch setting according to
the amount of rain.■Adjusting the delay
Turn the adjustment ring to adjust the wiper
delay.■Washer
Sprays while you pull the lever toward you.
When you release the lever, the wipers make
one more sweep before stopping.
1Wipers and WashersNOTICEDo not use the wipers when the windshield is dry.
The windshield will get scratched, or the rubber
blades will get damaged.NOTICEIn cold weather, the blades may freeze to the
windshield, becoming stuck.
Operating the wipers in this condition may damage
the wipers. Use the defroster to warm the
windshield, then turn the wipers on.
If the vehicle speeds up while the wipers are
operating intermittently, the length of the wipe
interval shortens. When the vehicle starts moving, the
wipers make a single sweep.
When the vehicle speeds up, the wiper operation’s
shortest delay setting ( ) and the LO setting become
the same.
Turn the washers off if no washer fluid comes out.
The pump may get damaged.
Intermittent Time
Adjustment RingPull to
use
washer.MIST
INT: Low speed with
intermittent OFF
LO: Low speed wipe
HI: High speed wipe
Long delay
Short delay

uuOperating the Switches Around the Steering WheeluWipers and Washers
136Controls
Turn the headlights on and press the
headlight washer button to operate.
The headlight washers also operate when you
turn the windshield washers for the first time
after the power mode is set to ON.
■Headlight Washers
*
1Headlight Washers
*
The headlight washers use the same fluid reservoir as
the windshield washers.
Headlight
Washer Button
* Not available on all models

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Maintenance
This chapter discusses basic maintenance.
Before Performing Maintenance
Inspection and Maintenance ............ 228Safety When Performing Maintenance..... 229Parts and Fluids Used in Maintenance
Service ........................................... 230
Maintenance Minder
TM..................... 231
Maintenance Under the Hood
Maintenance Items Under the Hood ..... 235Opening the Hood ........................... 236
Engine Compartment Covers ........... 237
Recommended Engine Oil ................ 238
Oil Check ......................................... 239
Adding Engine Oil ............................ 240
Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter ..... 241Engine Coolant ................................ 243
Transmission Fluid ............................ 245
Brake Fluid ....................................... 246
Power Steering Fluid Check.............. 247
Refilling Window Washer Fluid......... 248
Replacing Light Bulbs....................... 249Checking and Maintaining Wiper
Blades.......................................... 256Checking and Maintaining Tires
Checking Tires ................................. 258Tire and Loading Information Label ...... 259Tire Labeling .................................... 259
DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles) ...... 261Wear Indicators ............................... 263
Tire Service Life ................................ 263
Tire and Wheel Replacement ........... 264
Tire Rotation .................................... 265
Winter Tires ..................................... 266
Battery............................................... 267
Remote Transmitter Care................. 268Climate Control System Maintenance
..... 269
Cleaning
Interior Care .................................... 270
Exterior Care.................................... 272

235Maintenance
Maintenance Under the HoodMaintenance Items Under the Hood
Brake Fluid
(Black Cap)
Engine Coolant Reservoir
Radiator Cap Washer Fluid
(Blue Cap) Engine Oil Dipstick
(Orange Handle)Engine Oil Fill Cap
Automatic
Transmission Fluid
Dipstick (Yellow Loop)Battery
Power Steering Fluid
(Black Cap)

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uuMaintenance Under the HooduRefilling Window Washer Fluid
Maintenance
Refilling Window Washer FluidIf the washer fluid is low, a message appears on the multi-information display.
Pour the washer fluid carefully. Do not overflow the reservoir.
1Refilling Window Washer FluidNOTICEDo not use engine antifreeze or a vinegar/water
solution in the windshield washer reservoir.
Antifreeze can damage your vehicle’s paint. A
vinegar/water solution can damage the windshield
washer pump.

306Information
Specifications■Vehicle Specifications*1: The GCWR must be reduced 2 percent for every 1,000 feet (305
meters) of elevation.■Engine Specifications
■Fuel
■BatteryModel
Acura ZDX
No. of Passengers:
Front 2
Rear 3
Total 5
Weights:Gross Vehicle Weight
Rating
5,534 lbs (2,510 kg)
Gross Axle Weight
Rating (Front)
2,921 lbs (1,325 kg)
Gross Axle Weight
Rating (Rear)
2,679 lbs (1,215 kg)
Gross Combined
Weight
*1
Rating (GCWR) 6,593 lbs (2,990 kg)
Air Conditioning:Refrigerant Type
HFC-134a (R-134a)
Charge Quantity
16.9 – 18.7 oz (480 – 530 g)
Lubricant Type
ND-OIL 8
Displacement
223.5 cu-in (3,664 cm
3)
Spark PlugsNGK ILZKR7B-11S
DENSO SXU22HCR11S
Fuel:
Type
Premium unleaded gasoline, Pump octane
number of 91 or higher
Fuel Tank Capacity 21.00 US gal (79.5 ℓ)
Capacity/Type
55AH(5)/65AH(20)
■Washer Fluid
■Light Bulbs
■Brake Fluid
■Transmission FluidTank Capacity
5.2 US qt (4.9 ℓ)
Headlights (High/Low Beam)
35W (D2S)
Daytime Running Lights 60W (HB3)
Fog Lights
55W (H11)
Front Turn Signal/Parking Lights 28/8W (Amber)
Front Side Marker Lights
5W
Side Turn Signal Lights (on Door
Mirrors)LED
Rear Turn Signal Lights
21W
Rear Side Marker Lights 3 CP
Back-Up Lights
21W
Stop/Taillights 21/5W
High-Mount Brake Light
LED
Rear License Plate Lights 5W
Cargo Area Lights
8W
Interior Lights
Front and Rear Map
Lights
LED
Vanity Mirror Lights
1.4W
Door Courtesy Lights
3.4W
Console Compartment Light
1.4W
Glove Box Light
1.4W
Foot Light
LED
Specified
Acura Heavy Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3
Specified
Acura ATF DW-1
(automatic transmission fluid)
Capacity Change 3.3 US qt (3.1 ℓ)
■Rear Differential Fluid
■Transfer Assembly Fluid
■Power Steering Fluid
■Engine Oil
■Engine Coolant
■TireSpecified
Acura All Wheel Drive Fluid (DPSF)
Capacity Change 2.67 US qt (2.53 ℓ)
Specified
·SAE 90 or SAE 80W-90 Viscosity Hypoid Gear Oil
·API Service Classified GL4 or GL5 only
Capacity Change 0.45 US qt (0.43 ℓ)
Specified
Acura Power Steering Fluid
Recommended
·Acura Genuine Motor Oil 5W-20
·API Premium-grade 5W-20 detergent oil
CapacityChange 4.2 US qt (4.0 ℓ)
Change
including
filter4.5 US qt (4.3 ℓ)
Specified
Honda Long-Life Antifreeze/Coolant Type2
Ratio 50/50 with distilled water
Capacity
1.77 US gal (6.7 ℓ)
(change including the remaining
0.18 US gal (0.675 ℓ) in the reserve tank)
Regular
Size
P255/50R19 103H
Pressure
psi (kPa [kgf/cm
2])
32 (220 [2.2])
Compact
SpareSize T165/80D17 104M
Pressure
psi (kPa [kgf/cm
2])60 (420 [4.2])
Wheel Size
Regular
19 x 8.5 J
Compact Spare
17 x 4 T

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