2012 Acura ZDX tow

uuIf a Tire Goes Flat uChanging a Flat Tire
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Handling the Unexpected
1. Push the rear edge of the handle on the
front cargo floor lid and open the lid.
2. Take the jack, extension bar, and wheel nut
wrench out of the tool case.
3. Remove the cover on the cargo area lining
to access the shaft fo r the spare tire hoist.
■Getting Ready to Replace the Flat Tire1Changing a Flat Tire
NOTICEDo not use the jack if it doesn’t work properly. Call
your dealer or a professional towing service.
The subwoofer, a large black enclosure, is located on
the right side under the lid. Do not store anything in
this area. Doing so may compromise vehicle audio
performance.
Handle
Tool Case
Spare Tire
Cover

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uuIf a Tire Goes Flat uChanging a Flat Tire
Handling the Unexpected
1. Remove the center cap and place the flat
tire face up under the hoist.
2. Insert the hoist bracket into the center hole
of the flat tire.
3. Turn the extension bar with the wheel nut
wrench clockwise until the flat tire rests
against the underbody of the vehicle and
you hear the hoist click.
4. Securely put the jack and wheel nut wrench
back in the tool case. Store the case in the
cargo area.
If you replace a flat tire with the spare tire, the low tire pressure/TPMS indicator
comes on while you are driving. After dr iving for a few miles (kilometers), the
indicator will start blinking for a short time and then stay on. CHECK TPMS
SYSTEM appears on the multi-information display, but this is normal.
If you replace the tire with a specified regular tire, the warning message on the
multi-information display and the TPMS indi cator will go off after a few miles
(kilometers).
■Storing the Flat Tire1 Storing the Flat Tire
Always raise the spare tire hoist, even if you are not
stowing a tire. If the hoist is left down, it will be
damaged during driving and need to be replaced.
3WARNING
Loose items can fly around the interior in a
crash and can seriously injure the
occupants.
Store the wheel, jack, and tools securely
before driving.
Extension Bar
Wheel Nut
Wrench
■TPMS and the Spare Tire
1TPMS and the Spare Tire
The system cannot monitor the pressure of the spare
tire. Manually check the spare tire pressure to be sure
that it is correct.
Use TPMS specific wheels. Each is equipped with a
tire pressure sensor mounted inside the tire behind
the valve stem.

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Handling the Unexpected
Engine Does Not Start
Checking the Engine
If the engine does not start, turn the ignition switch to START e*1 and check the
starter.
*1: Models with the keyless access system have an ENGINE START/STOP button
instead of an ignition switch.
Starter conditionChecklist
Starter doesn’t turn or turns
over slowly.
The battery may be dead. Check
each of the items on the right and
respond accordingly.Check brightness of the interior light.
Turn on interior lights and check brightness.
●If the interior lights are dim or do not come on at all2 Checking the Battery P. 309●If the interior lights come on normally 2 Fuses P. 338
The starter turns over normally
but the engine doesn’t start.
There may be a problem with the
fuse. Check each of the items on
the right and respond accordingly.Review the engine start procedure.
Follow its instructions, and try to start the engine again.
2 Starting the Engine P. 223
Check the immobilizer system indicator.
When the immobilizer system indicator is blinking, the engine cannot be started.
2Immobilizer System P. 120
Check the fuel level.
There should be enough fuel in the tank.
2 Fuel Gauge P. 87
Check the fuse.
Check all fuses, or have the vehicle checked by a dealer.
2Inspecting and Changing Fuses P. 343
If the problem continues:2Emergency Towing P. 344
1Checking the Engine
If you must start the vehi cle immediately, use an
assisting vehicle to jump start it.
2 Jump Starting P. 329

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Handling the Unexpected
Emergency Towing
Call a professional towing service if you need to tow your vehicle.
■Flat bed equipment
The operator loads your vehicle on the back of a truck.
This is the only way you can safely to transport your vehicle.
For very short distances, su ch as freeing the vehicle, you can use the detachable
towing hook that mounts on the anchors in the front and rear bumpers. 1.Put cloth on the edge of the cover.
Carefully pry with a small flat-tip
screwdriver or a metal fingernail file to
remove the cover.
The cover is attached to the bumper with a
tether.
■Towing Hook
1Emergency Towing
NOTICETrying to lift or tow your vehicle by the bumpers will
cause serious damage. The bumpers are not designed
to support the vehicle’s weight.
NOTICEImproper towing such as towing behind a
motorhome or other motor vehicle can damage the
transmission.
Never tow your vehicle with just a rope or chain.
It is very dangerous, since ropes or chains may shift
from side to side or break.
1 Towing Hook
NOTICETo avoid damage to your vehicle, use the towing
hook for straight, flat ground towing only. Do not
tow at an angle. The hook should not be used to tow
the vehicle onto a flat bed. Do not use it as a tie
down.
Front
Cover
Cover Rear

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Handling the Unexpected
2.Remove the towing hook and wheel
wrench placed behind a cover under the
cargo area.
3. Screw the towing hook into the hole, and
tighten it with th e wheel nut wrench.
Rear
Towing
Hook
Front
Towing
Hook

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Handling the Unexpected
When You Cannot Unlock the Fuel Fill Door
If you cannot unlock the fuel fill door, use the following procedure.1.Open the tailgate and remove the cover.
2. Pull the release lever towards you.
u The release lever unlocks the fuel fill door
when it is pulled.
■What to Do When Unable to Unlock the Fuel Fill Door1What to Do When Unable to Unlock the Fuel Fill Door
After taking these steps, contact a dealer to have the
vehicle checked.
Cover
Release Lever

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Index
Off Indicator ............................................. 44
Side Curtain Airbags .................................. 45
Side Storage Compartment ..................... 155
Snow Tires ................................................ 308
Spare Tire ..................................... .... 319, 350
Spark Plugs ............................................... 350
Specifications ........................................... 350
Specified Fuel ....................... ............ 263, 350
Speedometer .............................................. 87
SRS Airbags (Airbags) ................................ 38
Starting the Engine .................................. 223
Does Not Start ........................................ 326
Engine Switch Buzzer .............................. 127
Jump Starting ......................................... 329
Steering Wheel ........................................ 140
Adjusting ................................................ 140
Stopping ................................................... 261
Super Handling-All Wheel Drive
TM
(SH-AWD ®) System ................................ 245
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) ....... 38
Switches (Around the Steering Wheel) ....... 2, 3, 127
SYNC Mode .............................................. 165
System Message Indicator ......................... 74
T
Tachometer................................................ 87
Tailgate ..................................................... 114
Unable to Open ...................................... 347 Temperature
Outside Temperature Display ..................... 91
Temperature Sensor ................................. 166
Time (Setting) ........................................... 102
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) .................................................... 248
Indicator ............................................ 74, 337
Tires ........................................................... 300
Air Pressure ..................................... 301, 350
Checking and Maintaining....................... 300
Compact Spare Tire ....... .......................... 319
Inspection................................................ 300
Labeling .................................................. 301
Puncture (Flat Tire)................................... 319
Regulations ............................................. 303
Rotation .................................................. 307
Tire Chains .............................................. 308
Wear Indicators ....................................... 305
Winter ..................................................... 308
Tools .......................................................... 318
Towing a Trailer ....................................... 215
Equipment and Accessories ..................... 216
Load Limits .............................................. 215
Towing Your Vehicle ................................ 219
Emergency .............................................. 344
TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitoring System) ........ 248
Indicator ............................................ 74, 337
Transmission ............................................. 228
Automatic ............................................... 228
Fluid ........................................................ 287 Number................................................... 351
Sequential Shift Mode ............................. 230
Shift Position Indicator....
................... 70, 229
Trip Meter ................................................... 91
Troubleshooting ....................................... 317
Blown Fuse.............................................. 338
Brake Pedal Vibrates .................................. 17
Buzzer Sounds When Opening Door.......... 18
Emergency Towing .................................. 344
Engine Won’t Start .................................. 326
Noise When Braking .................................. 18
Overheating ............................................ 332
Premium Gasoline ........................... 263, 350
Puncture/Flat Tire .................................... 319
Rear Door Won’t Open...................... 17, 112
Select Lever Won’t Move ......................... 331
Warning Indicators .................................... 68
Turn Signals .............................................. 131
Indicators (Instrument Panel) ..................... 75
U
Under-floor Storage Area ........................ 155
Unlocking the Doors ................................ 106
USB Adapter Cable ........................... 168, 169
USB Flash Drives ....................................... 194
V
Valet Key................................................... 105
Vanity Mirrors ............................................... 5