2010 ACURA ZDX dead battery

If this indicator comes on
while driving, it means one
of the engine's emissions control
systems may have a problem. Even
though you may feel no difference in
your vehicle's performance, it can
reduce your fuel economy and cause
increased emissions. Continued
operation may cause serious damage.
If you have recently refueled your
vehicle, the indicator coming on
could be due to a loose or missing
fuel fill cap. You will also see a
‘‘ TIGHTEN FUEL CAP ’’message on
the multi-information display.
Tighten the cap until it clicks at least
once. Tightening the cap will not turn
the indicator off immediately; it can
take several days of normal driving. If the indicator comes on repeatedly,
even though it may turn off as you
continue driving, have your vehicle
checked by the dealer as soon as
possible.
If you keep driving with the malfunction
indicator lamp on, you can damage
your vehicle's emissions controls and
engine. Those repairs may not be
covered by your vehicle's warranties.
You will also see a
‘‘CHECK
EMISSION SYSTEM ’’message on
the multi-information display (see
page 90).
Readiness CodeYour vehicle has certain ‘‘readiness
codes ’’that are part of the on-board
diagnostics for the emissions systems.
In some states, part of the emissions
testing is to make sure these codes are
set. If they are not set, the test cannot
be completed.
If the battery in your vehicle has been
disconnected or gone dead, these
codes may be erased. It takes several
days of driving under various
conditions to set the codes again.
To check if they are set, turn the
ignition switch to the ON (II) position
(set ON mode on models with keyless
access system), without starting the
engine. The malfunction indicator lamp
will come on for 20 seconds. If it then
goes off, the readiness codes are set. If
it blinks five times, the readiness codes
are not set. If possible, do not take your
vehicle for an emissions test until the
readiness codes are set. Refer to
Emissions Testing for more
information (see page 619).Malfunction Indicator Lamp
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Testing of Readiness Codes
If you take your vehicle for an
emissions test shortly after the
battery has been disconnected or
gone dead, it may not pass the test.
This is because of certain‘‘readiness
codes ’’that must be set in the on-
board diagnostics for the emissions
systems. These codes are erased
when the battery is disconnected,
and set again only after several days
of driving under a variety of
conditions. If the testing facility determines that
the readiness codes are not set, you
will be requested to return at a later
date to complete the test. If you must
get the vehicle retested within the
next two or three days, you can
condition the vehicle for retesting by
doing the following.
1. Make sure the gas tank is nearly,
but not completely, full (around
3/4).
2. Make sure the vehicle has been parked with the engine off for 6
hours or more.
3. Make sure the ambient temperature is between 40° and
95°F (4° and 35°C). 4. Without touching the accelerator
pedal, start the engine, and let it
idle for 20 seconds.
5. Keep the vehicle in Park. 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. Without touching the accelerator pedal, let the engine idle for 20
seconds.
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Emissions Testing
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Technical Information
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Cruise Main Indicator
..................
71
Cup Holders
...............................
213
Customize Settings
......................
94
D
DANGER, Explanation of
.............
iii
Dashboard
...............................
3, 62
Daytime Running Lights
............
141
Dead Battery
..............................
587
Defects, Reporting Safety
...........
624
Defogger, Rear Window
.............
143
Defrosting the Windows
............
225
Dimensions
................................
608
Dimming the Headlights
............
139
Dipstick Automatic Transmission
.........
551
Engine Oil
...............................
458
Directional Signals
...............
68, 139
Disc Brake Wear Indicators.......
495
Disc Care
...................................
365
Disc Changer
.............................
244
Disc Changer Error
Messages
...............................
254
Disc Player
..........................
244, 300 Disc Player Error Messages
......
311
Disposal of Used Oil
...................
547
Doors Childproof Door Locks
............
153
Locking and Unlocking
...........
151
Lockout Prevention
.................
152
Power Door Locks
..................
151
DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles)
................................
610
Driver and Passenger Safety
..........
5
Driving
.......................................
471
Economy
.................................
460
Driving Guidelines
.....................
472
Driving Position Memory System
...................................
180
Driving with the Paddle Shifters
...................................
482
Dust and Pollen Filter
................
562
E
Economy, Fuel
...........................
460
Electric Power Steering (EPS)
Indicator
...................................
74 Emergencies on the Road
..........
577
Battery, Jump Starting
.............
587
Brake System Indicator
.....
66, 594
Changing a Flat Tire
...............
579
Charging System Indicator
........................
65, 592
Checking the Fuses
................
596
Driving with a Flat Tire
...........
578
Hazard Warning Flashers
.......
143
Jump Starting
..........................
587
Low Oil Pressure Indicator
........................
65, 591
Malfunction Indicator Lamp
.............................
65, 593
Opening the Fuel Fill Door Manually
.............................
602
Overheated Engine
.................
589
Towing
....................................
602
Emergency Brake
......................
176
Emergency Flashers
..................
143
Emergency Towing
....................
602
Emissions Controls
....................
616
Emissions Testing
......................
619
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Index
III
INDEX
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Seat Belts
.................................
9, 21
Additional Information
.............
21
Advice for Pregnant Women
....
19
Automatic Seat Belt
Tensioners
...........................
23
Cleaning
..................................
562
e-pretensioner
..........................
24
Lap/Shoulder Belt
..............
16, 22
Maintenance
............................
25
Reminder Indicator and Beeper
.............................
21, 64
System Components
................
21
Use During Pregnancy
.............
19
Wearing a Lap/Shoulder Belt
..................................
16, 22
Seats
..........................................
161
Head Restraints
.......................
162
Heaters
...........................
167, 168
Position Memory
....................
180
Ventilation
...............................
168
Seats, Adjusting the
...................
161
Security System
.........................
378
Security System Indicator
............
72
Sensors Driver's Seat Position Sensor
...
30 Front Passenger's Weight
Sensors
................................
30
Impact Sensors
........................
26
Serial Number
............................
606
Service Intervals
.........................
533
Service Manual (U.S. only)
........
625
Service Station Procedures
........
455
Setting the Clock
........................
375
SH-AWD
®...................................
487
Indicator
...................................
70
Shifting the Automatic Transmission
..........................
478
Shift Lever Position Indicators
...
477
Shift Lock Release
......................
480
Side Airbags
.................................
32
How the Side Airbag Off Indicator Works
...................
35
How Your Side Airbags Work..32
Side Curtain Airbags
....................
33
How Your Side Curtain Airbags Work
....................................
33
Side Marker Lights, Bulb Replacement in
.......................
555
Signaling Turns
............................
68
Snow Tires
.................................
571
Sound System
.....................
228, 277 Spare Tire
..................................
578
Inflating
...........................
567, 578
Specifications
..........................
609
Spark Plugs
................................
609
Specifications
.............................
608
Speed Control
............................
379
Speed Limiter
.............................
480
Speedometer
................................
76
SRS, Additional Information
.........
26
Additional Safety Precautions
...
37
Airbag Service
..........................
37
Airbag System Components
.....
26
How the Side Airbag Off Indicator Works
...................
35
How the SRS Indicator Works..34
How Your Front Airbags Work
....................................
28
How Your Side Airbags Work..32
How Your Side Curtain Airbags Work
....................................
33
SRS Indicator
.........................
34, 66
START (Ignition Key Position)
.................................
150
Starting the Engine With a Dead Battery
................
587
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Index
IX
INDEX
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