2012 Acura ZDX maintenance

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Maintenance
The floor mats hook over the floor anchors,
which keep the mat from sliding forward. To
remove a mat for cleani ng, turn the anchor
knobs to the unlock position. When
reinstalling the mat after cleaning, turn the
knobs to the lock position.
Do not put additional floor mats on top of
the anchored mat.
Vacuum dirt and dust from th e leather frequently. Pay close attention to the pleats
and seams. Clean the leathe r with a soft cloth dampened with a 90% water and
10% neutral soap solution. Then buff it with a clean, dry cloth. Remove any dust or
dirt on leather surfaces immediately.
■Floor Mats1 Floor Mats
If you use any floor mats that were not originally
provided with your vehi cle, make sure they are
designed for your specific vehicle, fit correctly, and
are securely anchored by the floor anchors.
Position the rear seat floor mats properly. If they are
not properly positioned, the floor mats can interfere
with the front seat functions.
Lock
Unlock
■Maintaining Genuine Leather

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Maintenance
Exterior Care
Dust off the vehicle body after you drive.
Regularly inspect your vehicle for scratc hes on painted surfaces. A scratch on a
painted surface can result in body rust. If you find a scratch, promptly repair it.
Wash the vehicle regularly. Wash more frequently when driving in the following
conditions:
• If driving on roads with road salt.
• If driving in coastal areas.
• If tar, soot, bird droppings, insects, or tree sap are stuck to painted surfaces.
Fold in the door mirrors. M ake sure to follow the instructions indicated on the
automated vehicle wash.
• Keep sufficient distance between the cleaning nozzle and the vehicle body.
• Take particular care around the windows. Standing too close may cause water to
enter the vehicle interior. Do not spra y water into the engine compartment.
■Washing the Vehicle
■Using an Automated Vehicle Wash
■Using High Pressure Cleaners
1Washing the Vehicle
Do not spray water into the air intake vents or engine
compartment. It can cause a malfunction.
Air Intake Vents

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A good coat of automotive body wax helps protect your vehicle’s paint from the
elements. Wax will wear off over time and expose your vehicle’s paint to the
elements, so reapply as necessary.
If you get gasoline, oil, engine coolant, or battery fluid on resin coated parts, they
may be stained or the coating may peel. Promptly wipe it away using a soft cloth and
clean water.
Wipe using a glass cleaner.
Aluminum is susceptible to deterioration caused by salt and other road
contaminants. Use a sponge and mild detergent to wipe away promptly.
Be careful not to use harsh chemicals (inc luding some commercial wheel cleaners) or
a stiff brush. They can damage the clear coat of the aluminum alloy wheels that
helps keep the aluminum fro m corroding and tarnishing.
■Applying Wax
■Maintaining the Bumpers and Other Resin Coated Parts
■Cleaning the Window
■Maintaining Aluminum Wheels
1Applying Wax
NOTICEChemical solvents and stro ng cleaners can damage
the paint, metal, and plasti c on your vehicle. Wipe up
spills immediately.
1 Maintaining the Bumpers and Other Resin Coated Parts
Ask a dealer about the correct coating material when
you want to repair the pa inted surface of the parts
made of resin.
1 Cleaning the Window
Wires are mounted to the inside of the rear window.
Wipe along the same direction as the wires with a
soft cloth so as not to damage them.

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Information
Authorized Manuals
■Service Express
For electronic copies of service publications, you can purchase a subscription to
Service Express. Visit www.techinfo.honda.com for pricing and options.
The publications listed below can be purchased from Helm Incorporated. You can
order a manual by phone at (800) 782-4356 (credit card orders only), or online at
www.helminc.com .
Make an inquiry to Helm Inc. at (800) 782-4356 if you are interested in ordering
other models’ or other years’ manuals.
Publication
Form NumberForm Description
61SZN022012 Acura ZDX Service Manual
61SZN02EL2012 Acura ZDX Electrical Troubleshooting Manual
61SZN302010 Acura ZDX Body Repair Manual
31SZN6202012 Acura ZDX Owner’s Manual
31SZN8202012 Acura ZDX Navigation System Owner’s Manual
31SZNM202012 Acura ZDX Maintenance Journal
31SZNQ202012 Acura ZDX Advanced Technology Guide
ACU-ROrder Form for Previous Years- In dicate Year and Model Desired
1Authorized Manuals
Service Manual:
Covers maintenance and recommended procedures
for repair to engine and chassis components. It is
written for the journeyman te chnician, but it is simple
enough for most mechanically inclined owners to
understand.
Electrical Troubl eshooting Manual:
Complements the Service Manual by providing in-
depth troubleshooting inform ation for each electrical
circuit in your vehicle.
Body Repair Manual:
Describes the procedures in volved in the replacement
of damaged body parts.
Si vous avez besoin d’un Manuel du Conducteur en
français, veuillez demander à votre concessionnaire
de commander le numéro de pièce 33SZNC20
Canadian Owners
U.S. Owners

Index
361
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
H
Halogen Bulbs........................................... 292
Handling the Unexpected ........................ 317
HandsFreeLink ® (HFL) ............................... 197
Help Features........................................... 198
HFL Buttons ............................................. 197
HFL Menus .............................................. 199
Information Display.................................. 198
Making a Call .......................................... 203
Muting a Call........................................... 204
Phone Setup ............................................ 201
Phonebook .............................................. 205
Receiving a Call ....................................... 204
Sending Numbers or Names During a Call ......................... 204
Transferring a Call ................................... 204
Hazard Warning Button ............................... 2
Head Restraints ......................................... 145
Headlights ................................................. 131
Aiming .................................................... 291
Automatic Operation ............................... 132
Dimming ......................................... 131, 133
Operating ................................................ 131
Heaters (Seat) ............................ 160, 161, 162
HFL (HandsFreeLink ®)............................... 197
High-Beam Indicator .................................. 75
HomeLink ® Universal Transceiver ............ 195
I
Identification Numbers ............................ 351
Engine and Transmission ......................... 351
Vehicle Identification .... ........................... 351
Ignition Switch ......................................... 127
Illumination Control ................................. 136
Button..................................................... 136
Immobilizer System .................................. 120
Indicator.................................................... 76
Indicators .................................................... 68
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System)..................... 71
Active Damper System............................... 73
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) .......... 78, 235
Charging System .......... ..................... 69, 334
CRUISE CONTROL ............................. 77, 233
CRUISE MAIN .................................... 77, 232
Door and Tailgate Open ...................... 26, 73
ECPS (Electric Controlled Power Steering) System ............................................ 73, 336
Fog Light ................................................... 75
High-Beam ................................................ 75
Immobilizer System ......... .......................... 76
Keyless Access System ............................... 77
Lights On .................................................. 75
Low Fuel ................................................... 71
Low Oil Pressure ................................ 68, 334
Low Tire Pressure/TPMS ............. 74, 248, 250
Maintenance Minder ............................... 273
Malfunction Indicator Lamp............... 69, 335
Parking Brake and Brake System ........ 68, 336
Seat Belt Reminder .............................. 28, 71 Security System Alarm............................... 76
SH-AWD
®......................................... 77, 245
Shift Position............................................. 70
Side Airbag Off ................................... 48, 75
Supplemental Restraint System ........... 46, 72
System Message ....................................... 74
Transmission ............................................. 70
Turn Signal ............................................... 75
VSA ®
(Vehicle Stability Assist) System ...... 72, 243
VSA ® OFF.......................................... 72, 244
Information .............................................. 349
Information Buttons .................................. 88
Instant Fuel Economy ................................ 92
Instrument Panel ........................................ 67
Brightness Control .................................. 136
Integrated Dynamics System (IDS) .......... 252
Interior Lights ........................................... 151
Interior Rearview Mirror ......................... 141
J
Jack (Wheel Nut Wrench) ........................ 323
Jump Starting ........................................... 329
K
Key Number Tag ...................................... 105
Keyless Access System .............................. 108
Keyless Lockout Prevention ..................... 107

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Index
Keys........................................................... 103
Lockout Prevention .......... ....................... 107
Number Tag............................................ 105
Rear Door Won’t Open ...... ..................... 112
Remote Transmitter ................................ 106
Types and Functions................................ 103
Valet Key ................................................ 105
Won’t Turn ............................................... 17
Kickdown .................................................. 227
L
LATCH (Child Seats) ................................... 55
Lights .............. .................................. 131, 291
Automatic............................................... 132
Bulb Replacement ................................... 291
Daytime Running Lights .......................... 133
Fog Lights ............................................... 133
High-Beam Indicator ................................. 75
Interior.................................................... 151
Light Switches......................................... 131
Lights On Indicator.................................... 75
Turn Signals ............................................ 131
Load Limits ............................................... 213
Locking/Unlocking ................................... 103
Auto Door Locking/Unlock ing ................. 113
Childproof Door Locks ............................ 112
From Inside ............................................. 111
From Outside .......................................... 106
Keys........................................................ 103
Using a Key.......... ........................... 107, 108 Lockout Preven
tion System...................... 107
Low Battery Charge .................................. 334
Low Fuel Indicator ...................................... 71
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 68, 334
Lower Anchors ............................................ 55
Luggage (Maximum Load Limit) ............. 213
M
Maintenance............................................. 269
Battery .................................................... 309
Brake....................................................... 288
Cleaning.................................................. 313
Climate Control ....................................... 312
Coolant ................................................... 285
Maintenance Minder
TM............................ 273
Oil ........................................................... 281
Precautions.............................................. 270
Radiator .................................................. 286
Remote Transmitter ................................. 310
Replacing Light Bulbs..... .......................... 291
Safety ...................................................... 271
Service Items ........................................... 275
Tires ........................................................ 300
Transmission Fluid ......... .......................... 287
Under the Hood ...................................... 277
Malfunction Indicator Lamp .............. 69, 335
Map Lights ................................................ 152
Maximum Load Limit ............................... 213
Meters, Gauges ........................................... 87 Mirrors
...................................................... 141
Adjusting ................................................ 141
Door ....................................................... 142
Exterior ................................................... 142
Interior Rearview ..................................... 141
Modifications (and Accessories) .............. 267
MP3 ................................................... 177, 183
Multi-Information Display ......................... 88
N
Numbers (Identification).......................... 351
O
Odometer................................................... 90
Oil (Engine) ............................................... 280
Adding .................................................... 282
Checking................................................. 281
Displaying Oil Life .................................... 273
Low Oil Pressure Indicato r ................. 68, 334
Recommended Engine Oil ....................... 280
Viscosity .................................................. 280
Opening/Closing Hood....................................................... 278
Panoramic Glass Roof .............................. 126
Power Windows ...................................... 123
Tailgate ........................................... 114, 347
Outside Temperature Display .................... 91
Overheating .............................................. 332