2012 Acura ZDX door lock

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Instrument Panel
*1: Not available on all models
*2: Default SettingSetup Group Customizable Features
DescriptionSelectable settings
Position
Setup Memory Position Link
Changes the driver’s seat, the steering wheel, and
the outside mirror position
s to a stored setting. ON
*2,
OFF
Auto Tilt and Telescope
Steering Wheel Moves the steering wheel fu
lly up when you get in/
get out of the vehicle. ON
*2,
OFF
Keyless
Access
Setup
*1
Door Unlock ModeChanges which doors unlock when you grab the
driver’s door handle.Driver Door*2, All Doors
Keyless Access Light
FlashCauses some exterior li ghts to blink when you
unlock/lock the doors.ON*2, OFF
Keyless Access BeepCauses the beeper to s ound when you unlock/lock
the doors.ON*2, OFF
Lighting
Setup Interior Light Dimming
Time
Changes the length of time
the interior lights stay on
after you close the doors. 60 sec,
30 sec
*2, 15 sec
Headlight Auto Off
Timer Changes the length of time
the exterior lights stay
on after you close the driver’s door. 60 sec,
30 sec, 15 sec
*2, 0 sec
Auto Light Sensitivity Changes the timing for the headlights to come on. Max, High , Mid
*2, Low, Min

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Instrument Panel
*1:Default SettingSetup Group Customizable Features
DescriptionSelectable settings
Door/
Window
Setup Auto Door Lock
Changes the setting for
the automatic locking
feature. Shift from

P, With VEH
SPD*1, OFF
Auto Door Unlock Changes the setting for wh
en the doors and the
tailgate unlock automatically. Shift to

P*1, IGN Off , OFF
Driver Door
*1, All Doors
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 ex
terior 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
Default AllSets/Cancels all the custom ized settings as default.Set, Cancel

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Controls
This chapter explains how to operate the various controls necessary for driving.
Setting the Clock.............................. 102
Locking and Unlocking the Doors
Key Types and Function s .................. 103
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside .......................................... 106
Low Keyless Access Remote Signal Strength*...................................... 110Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the
Inside ............................................. 111
Childproof Door Locks ..................... 112
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking .......... 113
Opening and Closing the Tailgate ... 114
Security System ................................ 120
Opening and Closing the Windows ..... 123
Opening and Closing the Panoramic
Glass Roof ........................................ 126
Operating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel ............................... 127
Ignition Switch ................................. 127
ENGINE START/STOP Button
*........... 128
Turn Signals ..................................... 131
Light Switches.................................. 131
Fog Lights ........................................ 133
Daytime Running Lights ................... 133
Wipers and Washers ........................ 134
Brightness Control ........................... 136
Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror Button........................................ 137
Driving Position Memory System ...... 138
Adjusting the Steeri ng Wheel .......... 140
Adjusting the Mirrors ....................... 141
Adjusting the Seats .......................... 143
Interior Lights/Interior Convenience
Items ................................................ 151
Interior Lights .................................. 151
Interior Convenience Items .............. 153
Climate Con trol System................... 163
Using Automatic Climate Control .... 163
Synchronized Mode ......................... 165
Automatic Climate Control Sensors ...... 166
* Not available on all models

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Controls
Locking and Unlocking the Doors
Key Types and Functions
This vehicle comes with the following keys:Use the keys to start and stop the engine, and
to lock and unlock all the doors, tailgate, and
fuel fill door. You can also use the remote
transmitter or 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
remote transmitter or keyless access system
*.2 Driving Position Memory System P. 138
■Master Keys
1Key Types and Functions
All of the keys have an immobilizer system. The
immobilizer system helps to protect against vehicle
theft.
2 Immobilizer System P. 120
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 apa rt except for replacing the
battery.
If the circuits in the keys are damaged, the engine
may not start, and the remo te transmitter or keyless
access system may not work.
If the keys do not work properly, have them
inspected by a dealer.
Retractable
Master Key*Keyless Access
Remote*
* Not available on all models

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Controls
■Retractable master keys*
The master key folds up inside the remote
transmitter.
1. Press the release button to release the key
out from the transmitter.
u Make sure to fully extend the key.
2. To close the key, press the release button
then push the key in side the transmitter
until you hear a click.
■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 butto n. To reinstall the
built-in key, push the bu ilt-in key into the
keyless access remote until it clicks.
1 Retractable master keys*
If the key is not fully extended, the immobilizer
system may not work properly, and the engine may
not start.
Avoid contact with the key whenever it extends or
retracts.Release Button
Press
Built-in Key Release Button
* Not available on all models

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Controls
Can be used to start and stop the engine, and
lock and unlock driver’s door.
Contains a number that you will need if you
purchase a replacement key.
■Valet Key*1Valet Key*
When you need to leave a key with a third party,
leave the valet key.
■Key Number Tag1 Key Number Tag
Keep the key number tag se parate 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.
* Not available on all models

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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 Transmitter1Using 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.
2 Customized Features P. 94
If the interior light switch is in the door activated
position, the interior light s 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.
2 Interior Lights P. 151
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.
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. 2 Replacing the Button Battery P. 310
You can customize the door unlock mode setting. 2 Customized Features P. 94
LED
Unlock
Button
Lock
Button
LED
Lock
Button
Unlock
Button

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Controls
Fully insert the key and turn it.
■Locking the driver’s door
Pull the lock tab rearward
a or push the
master door lock switch in the lock direction
b, and close the door.
■Locking the passenger’s doors
Pull the lock tab rearward and close the door.
■Lockout prevention system
The doors and the tailgate cannot be locked when the key is in the ignition switch*1, or
the keyless access remote is in side the vehicle, and any door or the tailgate is open.
*1: Models with the keyless access system have an ENGINE START/STOP button
instead of an ig nition switch.
■Locking/Unlocking th e Doors Using a Key1Locking/Unlocking the Doors Using a Key
When you lock the driver’s door with a key, all of the
other doors, tailgate, and fuel fill door lock at the
same time. When unlocking, the driver’s door and
fuel fill door unlock first. Turn the key a second time
within a few seconds to unlock the remaining doors
and the tailgate.
You can customize the door unlock mode setting.
2 Customized Features P. 94
If you are using the retrac table key, make sure it is
fully extended.
LockUnlock
■Locking a Door Without Using a Key1 Locking a Door Without Using a Key
When you lock the driver’s door, all the other doors,
the tailgate, and fuel fill door lock at the same time.
Make sure you have the key in your hand before
locking the door to prevent it from being locked in
the vehicle.
a
b