2013 Acura ZDX Owner's Manual

uuOpening and Closing the TailgateuOpening/Closing the Power Tailgate
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Press the button on the tailgate to close the
power tailgate.
If you press the button again while the power
tailgate is closing, it stops and reverses
direction.
If you manually close the power tailgate to a half latched position, it fully latches
automatically.
■Power Tailgate Close Button
1Power Tailgate Close Button
If you push the tailgate release button inside the
handle while the tailgate is automatically opening or
closing, the power tailgate operation stops. Use
caution if the tailgate stops in the middle of either
operation. It may suddenly swing up or down.
Power
Tailgate
Close
Button
■Auto-Closer
1Auto-Closer
The auto-closer feature does not activate if you push
the tailgate open handle while the power tailgate is
closing.
Do not put any force on the tailgate while the power
tailgate is latching.
Keep your hands away from the tailgate when you
manually close the tailgate and let it latch
automatically. It is dangerous to put your hands
around the tailgate as it starts to latch itself.

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uuOpening and Closing the TailgateuOpening/Closing the Power Tailgate
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This feature automatically lowers the power tailgate when there is a possibility that
the fully opened power tailgate can fall down by its own weight (for example, by
snow on the tailgate). the beeper sounds while the power tailgate lowers.■Power Tailgate Fail Detection
1Power Tailgate Fail Detection
If you try to manually close the power tailgate
immediately after it fully opens, the power tailgate
fail detection may activate.
Once the power tailgate fail detection activates, wait
until the power tailgate fully closes. Keep away from
the power tailgate when it is in motion.
If the power tailgate fail detection constantly
activates, consult a dealer.

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Security SystemImmobilizer SystemThe immobilizer system prevents a key that has not been pre-registered from
starting the engine. Each key contains electronic transmitters that use electronic
signals to verify the key.
Pay attention to the following when inserting the ACCESSORY mode with the
ENGINE START/STOP button:
•Do not allow objects that emit strong radio waves near the ENGINE START/
STOP button.
•Make sure the key is not covered by or touching a metal object.
•Do not bring a key from another vehicle’s immobilizer system with the keyless
access remote.Security System AlarmThe security system alarm activates when the doors, tailgate, or hood are opened
without the key, remote transmitter or keyless access remote.■When the security system alarm activates
The horn sounds intermittently and all of the exterior lights flash.■To deactivate the security system alarm
Unlock the vehicle using the key, remote transmitter or keyless access system. The
system, along with the horn and flashing lights, is deactivated.
1Immobilizer SystemNOTICELeaving the ignition key in the vehicle can result in
theft or accidental movement of the vehicle.
Always take the ignition key with you whenever you
leave the vehicle unattended.
Do not alter the system or add other devices to it.
Doing so may damage the system and make your
vehicle inoperable.1Security System Alarm
The security alarm continues for a maximum of two
minutes until the security system deactivates.

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uuSecurity SystemuSecurity System Alarm
Controls
■Setting the security system alarm
The security system alarm automatically sets when the following conditions have
been met:
•The power mode is in VEHICLE OFF (LOCK).
•The hood is closed.
•All doors and the tailgate are locked from outside with the key, remote
transmitter, or keyless access system.■When the security system alarm sets
The security system alarm indicator in the instrument panel blinks. When the
blinking interval changes after about 15 seconds, the security system is set.■To cancel the security system alarm
The security system is cancelled when the vehicle is unlocked using the keyless
remote, or set the power mode to ON. The security system alarm indicator goes off
at the same time.
1Security System Alarm
Do not set the security system alarm when someone
is in the vehicle or a window is open. The system can
accidentally activate when:•Unlocking the door with the lock tab or the master
door lock switch.•Opening the tailgate with the power tailgate
button in the instrument panel.
If the battery goes dead after you have set the
security system alarm, the security alarm may go off
once the battery is recharged or replaced.
If this occurs, deactivate the security system alarm by
unlocking a door using the key, remote transmitter or
keyless access system.
Do not attempt to alter this system or add another
device to it.

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uuSecurity SystemuSecurity System Alarm
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■The PANIC button on the remote
transmitter
If you press the PANIC button for
approximately one second, the following will
occur for about 30 seconds:
•The horn sounds.
•Some exterior lights flash.
■Canceling panic mode
Press any button on the remote transmitter, or set the power mode to ON.■Panic Mode
Panic Button

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Opening and Closing the WindowsOpening/Closing the Power WindowsThe power windows can be opened and closed when the power mode is in ON,
using the switches on the doors. The driver side switches can be used to open and
close all of the windows.
The power window lock button on the driver side must be switched off (not pushed
in, indicator off) to open and close the windows from anywhere other than the
driver’s seat.
When the power window lock button is pushed in, the indicator comes on and you
can only operate the driver’s window. Turn the power window lock button on when
children are in the vehicle.
■Automatic operation
To open: Push the switch down firmly.
To close: Pull the switch up firmly.
The window opens or closes completely. To
stop the window at any time, push or pull the
switch briefly.■Manual operation
To open: Push the switch down lightly.
To close: Pull the switch up lightly.
Release the switch when the window reaches
the desired position.
■Opening/Closing Windows with Auto-Open/Close Function
1Opening/Closing the Power Windows
The power windows can be operated for up to 10
minutes after you set the power mode to VEHICLE
OFF.
Opening either front door cancels this function.
Auto Reverse
If a power window senses resistance when closing
automatically, it will stop closing and reverse
direction.
The driver’s window auto reverse function is disabled
when you continuously pull up the switch.
The auto reverse function stops sensing when the
window is almost closed to ensure that it fully closes.
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WARNING
Closing a power window on someone’s
hands or fingers can cause serious injury.
Make sure your passengers are away from
the windows before closing them.
ON
OFF
Power Window
Lock Button
Indicator
Driver’s
Window
SwitchFront Passenger’s
Window Switch

uuOpening and Closing the WindowsuOpening/Closing the Power Windows
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To open: Push the switch down.
To close: Pull the switch up.
Release the switch when the window reaches
the desired position.
To open: Press the Unlock button twice
within 20 seconds and hold it down for the
second time. If the windows stop midway,
repeat the procedure.
■Opening/Closing Windows without Auto-Open/Close Function
Close
Open
■Opening Windows, Panoramic Glass Roof, and Sunshades with
the Remote Transmitter
1Opening Windows, Panoramic Glass Roof, and Sunshades with the Remote Transmitter
The sunshades will not stop opening and will
continue moving to the full open position.
Unlock
Button

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uuOpening and Closing the WindowsuOpening/Closing the Power Windows
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To open: Unlock the driver’s door with the
key. Within 20 seconds of returning the key to
the central position, turn the key in the unlock
direction and hold it there.
To close: Lock the driver’s door with the
key.Within 20 seconds of returning the key to
the central position, turn the key in the lock
direction and hold it there.
Release the key to stop the windows,
panoramic glass roof, and sunshades at the
desired position. If you want further
adjustment, repeat the same operation.
The sunshades will not stop opening and will
continue moving to the full open position.
■Opening/Closing the Windows, Panoramic Glass Roof, and
Sunshades with the Key
Open Close