2012 Acura ZDX audio

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Maintenance
Cleaning
Interior Care
Use a damp cloth with a mixture of mild detergent and warm water to remove dirt.
Use a clean cloth to remove detergent residue.
Use a soft brush with a mixture of mild soap and warm water to clean the seat belts.
Let the belts air dry. Wipe the openings of the seat belt anchors using a clean cloth.
■Cleaning Seat Belts
1Interior Care
Do not spill liquids inside the vehicle.
Electrical devices and systems may malfunction if
liquids are splashed on them.
Do not use silicone based sp rays on electrical devices
such as audio devices and switches.
Doing so may cause the items to malfunction or a fire
inside the vehicle.
If a silicone based spray is inadvertently used on
electrical devices, consult a dealer.
Depending on their composition, chemicals and
liquid aromatics may cause discoloration, wrinkles,
and cracking to resin-based parts and textiles.
Do not use alkali solvents or organic solvents such as
benzene or gasoline.
After using chemicals, make sure to gently wipe them
off using a dry cloth.
Do not place used cloths on top of resin based parts
or textiles for long periods of time without washing.
Opening

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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Handling the Unexpected
Jump Starting
Turn off the power to electric devices, such as audio and lights. Turn off the engine,
then open the hood. 1.Connect the first jumper cable to your
vehicle’s + terminal.
2. Connect the other end of the first jumper
cable to the assisting vehicle’s + terminal.
u Use a 12-volt booster battery only.
3. Connect the second ju mper cable to the
assisting vehicle’s - terminal.
4. Connect the other end of the second
jumper cable to the engine hanger as
shown.
Do not connect this jumper cable to any
other part.
5. If your vehicle is connected to another
vehicle, start the assi sting vehicle’s engine
and increase its rpm slightly.
6. Attempt to start your vehicle’s engine. If it
turns over slowly, ch eck that the jumper
cables have good metal-to-metal contact.
■Jump Starting Procedure1 Jump Starting
Securely attach the jumper cables clips so that they
do not come off when the e ngine vibrates. Also be
careful not to tangle the jumper cables or allow the
cable ends to touch each other while attaching or
detaching the jumper cables.
Battery performance degrades in cold conditions and
may prevent the engine from starting.
3WARNING
A battery can explode if you do not follow
the correct procedure, seriously injuring
anyone nearby.
Keep all sparks, open flames, and smoking
materials away from the battery.
Booster Battery

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uuFuses uCircuit Protected and Amps for Each Fuse
Handling the Unexpected
■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

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Information
Devices that Emit Radio Waves
The following products and systems on your vehicle emit radio waves when in operation.
Each of the above complies with the appropriate requirements or the required
standards of FCC (Federal Communications Commission) and Industry Canada
Standard, described below:
As required by the FCC:
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC ru les. Operation is subject to the following two
conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept
any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
This device complies with Industry Canada Standard RSS-Gen/210/310. Operation is
subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference,
and (2) this device must accept any inte rference, including interference that may
cause undesired operation of the device.
U.S. AcuraLink
Audio System
Blind Spot Information System
Bluetooth ® Audio
Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ®
Collision Mitigation Braking SystemTM
HomeLink® Universal Transceiver
Immobilizer System
Keyless Access System
Remote Transmitter
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)

Index
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Index
A
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System).................. 255
Accessories and Modifications ................ 267
Accessory Power Sockets ......................... 157
Active Head Restraints ............................. 148
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) ................ 235
Additives
Coolant .................................................. 285
Engine Oil ............................................... 280
Washer ................................................... 290
Additives, Engine Oil ............................... 280
Adjusting Armrest .................................................. 150
Front Seats.............................................. 143
Head Restraints ....................................... 145
Mirrors.................................................... 141
Rear Seats ............................................... 149
Steering Wheel ....................................... 140
Temperature ............................................. 91
Air Conditioning System (Climate Control System) ...................... 163
Changing the Mode................................ 163
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows................ ....................... 164
Dust and Pollen Filter .............................. 312
Recirculation/Fresh Air Mo de................... 163
Sensor .................................................... 166
Synchronized Mode ................................ 165
Using Automatic Climate Control............ 163
Air Pressure ...................................... 301, 350 Airbags
........................................................ 35
Advanced Airbags ..................................... 41
After a Collision... ................................ 30, 39
Airbag Care ............................................... 49
Event Data Recorder .................................. 19
Front Airbags (SRS) .................................... 38
Indicator ........................................ 46, 72, 75
Passenger Airbag Off Indicator .................. 47
Sensors...................................................... 35
Side Airbag Cutoff System ......................... 44
Side Airbag Off Indicator ........................... 48
Side Airbags .............................................. 42
Side Curtain Airbags .................................. 45
AM/FM Radio ............................................ 173
Anti-lock Brak e System (ABS) .................. 255
Indicator .................................................... 71
Armrest ..................................................... 150
Audio Remote Controls ............................ 190
Audio System ............................................ 168
Adjusting the Sound ................................ 172
Auxiliary Input Jack ........ .......................... 169
Error Messages ........................................ 188
General Information ................................ 191
MP3/WMA/AAC ...................................... 183
Reactivating............................................. 170
Recommended CDs ................................. 192
Recommended Devices ............................ 194
Remote Controls ..................................... 190
Security Code .......................................... 170
Theft Protection....................................... 170
USB Adapter Cable .................................. 169 USB Flash Drives ...................................... 194
Authorized Manuals ................................ 358
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking ................. 113
Automatic Lighting .................................. 132
Automatic Transmission ........................... 227
Creeping ................................................. 227
Fluid ........................................................ 287
Kickdown ................................................ 227
Operating the Shift Lever........... 13, 229, 231
Sequential Shift Mode ............................. 230
Shift Lever Does Not Move ...................... 331
Shifting ................................................... 228
Auxiliary Input Jack .................................. 169
Average Fuel Economy .............................. 91
Average Speed ........................................... 92
B
Battery...................................................... 309
Charging System Indicato r................. 69, 334
Jump Starting .......................................... 329
Maintenance (Checking th e Battery) ........ 309
Maintenance (Replacing) ......................... 310
Belts (Seat) .................................................. 27
Beverage Holders ..................................... 156
Blind Spot Information (BSI) .................... 246
Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ®..................... 197
Bluetooth ®Audio ...................................... 186
Booster Seats (For Children) ...................... 63
Brake System ............................................ 253
Anti-lock Brake System (A BS)................... 255

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Index
P
Paddle Shifters (Sequential Shift Mode) ........................ 230
Panic Mode ............................................... 122
Panoramic Glass Roof ............................... 126
Parking ...................................................... 261
Parking Brake ............................................ 253
Parking Brake and Brake System Indicator ............. 68, 336
Passenger Airbag Off Indicator ................. 47
Passing Indicators ..................................... 131
Playing Bluetooth ® Audio ........................ 186
Power Windows ........................................ 123
Precautions While Driving ........................ 226
Rain ......................................................... 226
Pregnant Women ....................................... 33
Puncture (Tire) .......................................... 319
R
Radiator..................................................... 286
Radio (AM/FM) .......................................... 173
Radio Data System (RDS) .......................... 174
Range .......................................................... 92
RDS (Radio Data System) .......................... 174
Readiness Codes (Emissions Testing) ....... 354
Rear Defogger/
Heated Door Mirror Button ................... 137
Rear Seat Heaters ..................................... 162
Rear Seats (Folding Down) ....................... 149
Rearview Mirror ........................................ 141 Rearview Mirror with
Rearview Camera
Display ..................................................... 262
Refueling .................................................. 263
Fuel Gauge................................................ 87
Gasoline .......................................... 263, 350
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 71
Regulations ............................... 250, 303, 352
Remote Transmitter ................................. 106
Replacement Battery .................................................... 310
Bulbs ....................................................... 291
Fuses ....................................................... 338
Tires ........................................................ 306
Wiper Blade Rubber .......... ..................... . 298
Reporting Safety Defects ......................... 353
Resetting a Trip Meter ............................... 91
Reverse Tilt Door Mirror .......................... 142
S
Safe Driving................................................ 21
Safety Check ............................................... 26
Safety Labels ............................................... 65
Safety Message ........................................... 20
Seat Belt e-pretensioners ........................... 30
Seat Belts .................................................... 27
Adjusting the Shoulder An chor.................. 32
Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners ................. 29
Checking................................................... 34
e-pretensioners ......................................... 30
Fastening .................................................. 31 Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/
Shoulder Seat Belt ................................... 58
Pregnant Women...................................... 33
Reminder .................................................. 28
Warning Indicator ............................... 28, 71
Seat Heaters ............................. 160, 161, 162
Seats .......................................................... 143
Adjusting ................................................ 143
Front Seats.............................................. 143
Rear Seats ............................................... 149
Seat Heaters ........................... 160, 161, 162
Security System ........................................ 120
Immobilizer System Indica tor..................... 76
Security System Alarm Indicator ................ 76
SEL/RESET Button ....................................... 88
Select Lever ........................................ 13, 228
Operation ......................... 13, 229, 230, 231
Releasing ................................................ 331
Won’t Move ........................................... 331
Selecting a Child Seat ................................ 54
Selector Knob (Audio) ............................. 171
Sequential Shift Mode ............................. 230
Setting the Clock ...................................... 102
SH-AWD ®.................................................. 245
Indicator ................................................... 77
Shift Lever .......................................... 13, 228
Shift Position Indicator ...................... 70, 229
Shifting ..................................................... 228
Shoulder Anchor ........................................ 32
Side Airbags ............................................... 42
Cutoff System ........................................... 44