2012 Acura ZDX Owner's Manual

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uuIndicator, Coming On/Blinking uIf the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes On or Blinks
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If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes On or
Blinks
■Reasons for indicator lamp to come on or blink
• Comes on when there is a problem wi th the engine emissions control
system, or the fuel fill cap is missing, or loose.
• Blinks when engine misfiring is detected.
■What to do when the indicator lamp comes on
Avoid high speeds and immediately get your vehicle inspected at a
dealer.
■What to do when the indicator lamp blinks
Park the vehicle in a safe place with no flammable items and wait at least
ten minutes or more with the engine stopped until it cools.
■The message appears on when:
An evaporative system leak is detected. This may be caused by the fuel fill cap being
loose or not being installed.
■What to do when the message appears:
1. Stop the engine.
2. Check that the fuel fill cap is fully installed.
u If not, loosen the cap, and then retigh ten it until it clicks at least once.
3. Drive for several days of normal driving.
u The message should go off.
■When the malfunction indicator lamp comes on
Malfunction indicator lamp co mes on if the system continues to detect a leak of
gasoline vapor. If this happens, check the fuel fill cap using the procedures described
above.
■Tighten Fuel Cap Message
1 If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes On or Blinks
NOTICEIf you drive with the malfunction indicator lamp on,
the emissions control system and the engine could be
damaged.
If the malfunction indicator lamp blinks again when
restarting the engine, drive to the nearest dealer at
31 mph (50 km/h) or less. Have your vehicle
inspected.

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uuIndicator, Coming On/Blinking uIf the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On
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If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On
■Reasons for the indicator to come on
• The brake fluid is low.
• There is a malfunction in the brake system.
■What to do when the indicator comes on while driving
Press the brake pedal lightly to check pedal pressure.
• If normal, check the brake fluid level the next time you stop.
• If abnormal, take immediate action. If necessary, downshift the
transmission to slow the vehicle using engine braking.
If the ECPS Indicator* Comes On
■Reasons for the indicator to come on
• Comes on when there is a problem with ECPS.
• If you depress the accelerator pedal repeatedly to increase the engine
speed while the engine is idling, the indicator comes on, and
sometimes the steering wheel becomes harder to operate.
■What to do when the indicator comes on
Stop the vehicle in a safe place and restart the engine.
If the indicator comes on and stays on, immediately have your vehicle
inspected by a dealer.
1 If the Brake System In dicator (Red) Comes On
Have your vehicle repaired immediately.
It is dangerous to drive with low brake fluid. If there
is no resistance from the brake pedal, stop
immediately in a safe plac e. If necessary downshift
the gears.
If the brake system indica tor and ABS indicator come
on simultaneously, the electronic brake distribution
system is not working. This can result in vehicle
instability under sudden braking.
Have your vehicle inspected by a dealer immediately.U.S.
Canada
1 If the ECPS Indicator* Comes On
NOTICEIf you repeatedly turn the steering wheel at an
extremely low speed, or ho ld the steering wheel on
the full left or right position for a while, the system
heats up. The system goes into a protective mode,
and limits its performance. The steering wheel
becomes harder and harder to operate. Once the
system cools down, ECPS is restored. Repeated
operation under these conditions can eventually
damage the system.
* Not available on all models

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uuIndicator, Coming On/Blinking uIf the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator Comes On or Blinks
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If the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator Comes On or
Blinks
■Reasons for the indicator to come on or blink
A tire pressure is significantly low. If there is a problem with the TPMS or
the compact spare tire is installed, the indicator blinks for about one
minute, and then stays on.
■What to do when the indicator comes on
Stop your vehicle in a safe place. Ch eck the tire pressure and adjust the
pressure to the specified level. The specified tire pressure is on a label on
the driver side doorjamb.
■What to do when the indicator blinks
Have the tire inspected by a dealer as soon as possible. If the compact
spare tire has triggered the indicator to blink, change the tire to a full
size tire. The indicator goes off after a while.
1 If the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator Comes On or Blinks
NOTICEDriving on an extremely un derinflated tire can cause
it to overheat. An overheat ed tire can fail. Always
inflate your tires to the prescribed level.

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Fuses
Fuse Locations
If any electrical devices are not working, turn the ig nition switch to LOCK 0*1 and
check to see if any applicable fuse is blown.
Located on the passenger’s side. Push the tabs
to open the box.
Located next to the battery. Push the tabs to
open the box.
*1: Models with the keyless access system have an ENGINE START/STOP button
instead of an ignition switch.
■Primary Engine Compartment Fuse Box1 Primary Engine Compartment Fuse Box
Fuse locations are shown on the fuse box cover.
Locate the fuse in questi on by the fuse number and
box cover number.
■Secondary Engine Compartment Fuse Box1 Secondary Engine Compartment Fuse Box
Fuse locations are shown on the fuse box cover.
Locate the fuse in questi on by the fuse number and
box cover number.

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uuFuses uFuse Locations
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Located under the dashboard.
Located on the lower side panel. Take off the
cover to open.
■Driver Side Interior Fuse Box1Driver Side Interior Fuse Box
Fuse locations are shown on the label under the
steering column.
Locate the fuse in questi on by the fuse number and
box cover number.
■Passenger Side Interior Fuse Box1 Passenger Side Interior Fuse Box
Fuse locations are shown on the fuse box cover.
Locate the fuse in questi on by the fuse number and
box cover number.

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uuFuses uCircuit Protected and Amps for Each Fuse
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Circuit Protected and Amps for Each Fuse
The current rating in brackets indicate that
you may find a fuse in the location even if
your particular model is not equipped with
the device the fuse is used for.■Primary Engine Compartment
Circuits ProtectedAmps.
1Battery120 A
Passenger’s Side Fuse Box STD40 A
2−−
−−
Headlight Washer*30 A
Passenger’s Side Fuse Box Option40 A
Right e-pretensioner*30 A
Left e-pretensioner*30 A
3IG Main50 A
Sub Fan Motor40 A
−−
Driver’s Fuse Box STD60 A
Main Fan Motor40 A
Driver’s Light Main30 A
Wiper Motor30 A
−−
4Heater Motor40 A
5Passenger’s Light Main30 A
6−−
7−−
8Rear Defroster40 A
9Trailer Turn/Stop Lights7.5 A
10Stop & Horn15 A
11Trailer Small Lights7.5 A
12ADS*30 A
13IG Coil15 A
14FI Sub15 A
15Back Up10 A
16Interior Light7.5 A
17FI Main15 A
18DBW15 A
19Woofer15 A
20MG Clutch7.5 A
21Radiator Fan Timer7.5 A
Circuits ProtectedAmps.
* Not available on all models

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uuFuses uCircuit Protected and Amps for Each Fuse
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■Secondary Engine
Compartment
Circuits ProtectedAmps.
1VSA Motor40 A
2VSA FSR20 A
3−−
4−−
5SH-AWD30 A
6Power Tailgate Motor40 A
7Tilt Steering Wheel20 A
8Telescopic Steering Wheel20 A
9Hazard15 A
10Headlight Hi/Lo Solenoid7.5 A
11Power Management System7.5 A
12Smart Accessory*7.5 A
13Rear Seat Heaters20 A
14Sunshade20 A
15Power Tailgate Closer20 A
16−−
17−−
18−−
19−−
20−−
21−−
22−−
■Driver Side Interior
Circuits ProtectedAmps.
1Front Seat Heaters and Seat
Ventilation/Blind Spot Information
*
7.5 A
2SH-AWD/Headlight
Adjuster7.5 A
3Washer20 A
4Wiper7.5 A
5OPDS7.5 A
6VSA7.5 A
7−−
8STRLD7.5 A
9Fuel Pump20 A
10VB Solenoid10 A
11SRS10 A
12Meter7.5 A
13ACG15 A
14−−
15Daytime Running Lights7.5 A
16Climate Control System7.5 A
17Accessory Key Lock*7.5 A
18Accessory7.5 A
19Left Power Seat Slide20 A
20Panoramic Glass Roof20 A
21Left Power Seat Reclining20 A
22Rear Left Power Window20 A
23Accessory Power Socket (Console Box)15 A
24Left Front Power Window20 A
25Left Door Lock15 A
26Left Front Fog Light10 A
27Left Small Light (Exterior)10 A
28Left Daytime Running Light10 A
29TPMS7.5 A
30Left Headlight15 A
31−−
32STS*7.5 A
Circuits ProtectedAmps.
* Not available on all models

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uuFuses uCircuit Protected and Amps for Each Fuse
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■Passenger Side Interior
Circuits ProtectedAmps.
1Right Daytime Running
Light10 A
2Right Small Light (Exterior)10 A
3Right Front Fog Light10 A
4Right Headlight15 A
5−−
6Right Small Light (Interior)7.5 A
7−−
8Right Power Seat Reclining20 A
9Right Power Seat Slide20 A
10Right Door Lock10 A
11Right Rear Power Window20 A
12SMART*10 A
13Right Front Power Window20 A
14−−
15Audio Amp20 A
16Accessory Power Socket (Center Console)15 A
17−−
18Power Lumbar7.5 A
19Seat Heaters20 A
20−−
21−−
22−−
* Not available on all models