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uuInterior Lights/Interior Convenience ItemsuInterior Convenience Items
Controls
If the power mode is in ON:
Seat heater - The HI setting heats the seats
faster than the LO setting.
There is no heater in the passenger’s seatback
due to the side airbag cutoff system.
Seat ventilation - The HI setting ventilates
the seats faster than the LO setting.
Press the seat heater or the seat ventilation
button:
Once - The HI setting (three indicators on)
Twice - The MID setting (two indicators on)
Three times - The LO setting
Four times - The OFF setting (no indicators on)
When a comfortable temperature is reached
while using the seat heaters in HI, select MID
or LO to keep the seat warm.
■Front Seat Heaters and Seat Ventilation
1Front Seat Heaters and Seat Ventilation
Do not use the seat heaters and the seat ventilation
even in LO when the engine is OFF. Under such
conditions, the battery may be weakened, making
the engine difficult to start.
3
WARNING
Heat induced burns are possible when
using seat heaters.
Persons with a diminished ability to sense
temperature (e.g., persons with diabetes,
lower-limb nerve damage, or paralysis) or
with sensitive skin should not use seat
heaters.
uuInterior Lights/Interior Convenience ItemsuInterior Convenience Items
162Controls
If the power mode is in ON: The HI setting
heats the seats faster than the LO setting.
There is no heater in the rear center seating
position.
While in HI, the heater cycles on and off.
uThe appropriate indicator will be on
while the seat heater is on. When a
comfortable temperature is reached,
select LO to keep the seat warm.
■Rear Seat Heaters
*
1Rear Seat Heaters
*
Do not use the seat heaters even in LO when the
engine is off. Under such conditions, the battery may
be weakened, making the engine difficult to start.
In the LO setting, the heater runs continuously and
does not automatically turn off.
3
WARNING
Heat induced burns are possible when
using seat heaters.
Persons with a diminished ability to sense
temperature (e.g., persons with diabetes,
lower-limb nerve damage, or paralysis) or
with sensitive skin should not use seat
heaters.
* Not available on all models
284Handling the Unexpected
Engine Does Not StartChecking the EngineIf the engine does not start, check the starter.
Starter condition
Checklist
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 for a message on the multi-information display.●If the CHANGE KEYLESS REMOTE BATTERY message appears
2If the Keyless Access Remote Battery is Weak P. 285
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 all
2Checking the Battery P. 267
●If the interior lights come on normally
2 Fuses P. 295
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. 185
Check the immobilizer system indicator.
When the immobilizer system indicator is blinking, the engine cannot be started.2Immobilizer System P. 122Check the fuel level.
There should be enough fuel in the tank.
2 Fuel Gauge P. 86
Check the fuse.
Check all fuses, or have the vehicle checked by a dealer.2Inspecting and Changing Fuses P. 300If the problem continues:2Emergency Towing P. 301
1Checking the Engine
If you must start the vehicle immediately, use an
assisting vehicle to jump start it.
2Jump Starting P. 287
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Continued
Handling the Unexpected
Circuit Protected and Amps for Each FuseThe 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 Protected
Amps.
1
Battery
120 A
Passenger’s Side Fuse Box
STD
40 A
2
−
−
−
−
Headlight Washer
*
(30 A)
Passenger’s Side Fuse Box
Option
40 A
−
(30 A)
−
(30 A)
3
IG Main
50 A
Sub Fan Motor
40 A
−
−
Driver’s Fuse Box STD
60 A
Main Fan Motor
40 A
Driver’s Light Main
30 A
Wiper Motor
30 A
−
−
4
Heater Motor
40 A
5
Passenger’s Light Main
30 A
6
−
−
7
−
−
8
Rear Defroster
40 A
9
Trailer Turn/Stop Lights
(7.5 A)
10
Stop & Horn
15 A
11
Trailer Small Lights
(7.5 A)
12
ADS
*
(30 A)
13
IG Coil
15 A
14
FI Sub
15 A
15
Back Up
10 A
16
Interior Light
7.5 A
17
FI Main
15 A
18
DBW
15 A
19
Woofer
15 A
20
MG Clutch
7.5 A
21
Radiator Fan Timer
7.5 A
Circuits Protected
Amps.
* Not available on all models
298
uuFusesuCircuit Protected and Amps for Each Fuse
Handling the Unexpected
■Secondary Engine
Compartment
Circuits Protected
Amps.
1
VSA Motor
40 A
2
VSA FSR
20 A
3
−
−
4
−
−
5
SH-AWD
30 A
6
Power Tailgate Motor
40 A
7
Tilt Steering Wheel
20 A
8
Telescopic Steering Wheel
20 A
9
Hazard
15 A
10
Headlight Hi/Lo Solenoid
7.5 A
11
Power Management System
7.5 A
12
Keyless Access System
7.5 A
13
Rear Seat Heaters
20 A
14
Sunshade
20 A
15
Power Tailgate Closer
20 A
16
−
−
17
−
−
18
−
−
19
−
−
20
−
−
21
−
−
22
−
−
■Driver Side Interior
Circuits Protected
Amps.
1
Front Seat Heaters and Seat
Ventilation/Blind Spot
Information
(7.5 A)
2
SH-AWD/Headlight
Adjuster
7.5 A
3
Washer
20 A
4
Wiper
7.5 A
5
OPDS
7.5 A
6
VSA
7.5 A
7
−
−
8
STRLD
7.5 A
9
Fuel Pump
20 A
10
VB Solenoid
10 A
11
SRS
10 A
12
Meter
7.5 A
13
ACG
15 A
14
−
−
15
Daytime Running Lights
7.5 A
16
Climate Control System
7.5 A
17
−
(7.5 A)
18
Accessory
7.5 A
19
Left Power Seat Slide
20 A
20
Panoramic Glass Roof
20 A
21
Left Power Seat Reclining
20 A
22
Rear Left Power Window
20 A
23
Accessory Power Socket
(Console Box)
15 A
24
Left Front Power Window
20 A
25
Left Door Lock
15 A
26
Left Front Fog Light
10 A
27
Left Small Light (Exterior)
10 A
28
Left Daytime Running Light
10 A
29
TPMS
7.5 A
30
Left Headlight
15 A
31
−
−
32
STS
*
7.5 A
Circuits Protected
Amps.
* Not available on all models
300
uuFusesuInspecting and Changing Fuses
Handling the Unexpected
Inspecting and Changing Fuses
1.Set the power mode to VEHICLE OFF
(LOCK).
Turn headlights and all accessories off.
2.Remove the fuse box cover.
3.Check the large fuse in the engine
compartment.
uIf the fuse is blown, use a Phillips-head
screwdriver to remove the screw and
replace it with a new one.
4.Inspect the small fuses in the engine
compartment and the vehicle interior.
uIf there is a burned out fuse, remove it
with the fuse puller and replace it with a
new one.
1Inspecting and Changing FusesNOTICEReplacing a fuse with one that has a higher rating
greatly increases the chances of damaging the
electrical system.
Replace fuse with a spare fuse of the same specified
amperage.
2Fuse Locations P. 295
There is a fuse puller on the back of the engine
compartment fuse box.
Blown Fuse Fuse
Combined Fuse
Blown FuseFuse Puller
306Information
Specifications■Vehicle Specifications*1: The GCWR must be reduced 2 percent for every 1,000 feet (305
meters) of elevation.■Engine Specifications
■Fuel
■BatteryModel
Acura ZDX
No. of Passengers:
Front 2
Rear 3
Total 5
Weights:Gross Vehicle Weight
Rating
5,534 lbs (2,510 kg)
Gross Axle Weight
Rating (Front)
2,921 lbs (1,325 kg)
Gross Axle Weight
Rating (Rear)
2,679 lbs (1,215 kg)
Gross Combined
Weight
*1
Rating (GCWR) 6,593 lbs (2,990 kg)
Air Conditioning:Refrigerant Type
HFC-134a (R-134a)
Charge Quantity
16.9 – 18.7 oz (480 – 530 g)
Lubricant Type
ND-OIL 8
Displacement
223.5 cu-in (3,664 cm
3)
Spark PlugsNGK ILZKR7B-11S
DENSO SXU22HCR11S
Fuel:
Type
Premium unleaded gasoline, Pump octane
number of 91 or higher
Fuel Tank Capacity 21.00 US gal (79.5 ℓ)
Capacity/Type
55AH(5)/65AH(20)
■Washer Fluid
■Light Bulbs
■Brake Fluid
■Transmission FluidTank Capacity
5.2 US qt (4.9 ℓ)
Headlights (High/Low Beam)
35W (D2S)
Daytime Running Lights 60W (HB3)
Fog Lights
55W (H11)
Front Turn Signal/Parking Lights 28/8W (Amber)
Front Side Marker Lights
5W
Side Turn Signal Lights (on Door
Mirrors)LED
Rear Turn Signal Lights
21W
Rear Side Marker Lights 3 CP
Back-Up Lights
21W
Stop/Taillights 21/5W
High-Mount Brake Light
LED
Rear License Plate Lights 5W
Cargo Area Lights
8W
Interior Lights
Front and Rear Map
Lights
LED
Vanity Mirror Lights
1.4W
Door Courtesy Lights
3.4W
Console Compartment Light
1.4W
Glove Box Light
1.4W
Foot Light
LED
Specified
Acura Heavy Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3
Specified
Acura ATF DW-1
(automatic transmission fluid)
Capacity Change 3.3 US qt (3.1 ℓ)
■Rear Differential Fluid
■Transfer Assembly Fluid
■Power Steering Fluid
■Engine Oil
■Engine Coolant
■TireSpecified
Acura All Wheel Drive Fluid (DPSF)
Capacity Change 2.67 US qt (2.53 ℓ)
Specified
·SAE 90 or SAE 80W-90 Viscosity Hypoid Gear Oil
·API Service Classified GL4 or GL5 only
Capacity Change 0.45 US qt (0.43 ℓ)
Specified
Acura Power Steering Fluid
Recommended
·Acura Genuine Motor Oil 5W-20
·API Premium-grade 5W-20 detergent oil
CapacityChange 4.2 US qt (4.0 ℓ)
Change
including
filter4.5 US qt (4.3 ℓ)
Specified
Honda Long-Life Antifreeze/Coolant Type2
Ratio 50/50 with distilled water
Capacity
1.77 US gal (6.7 ℓ)
(change including the remaining
0.18 US gal (0.675 ℓ) in the reserve tank)
Regular
Size
P255/50R19 103H
Pressure
psi (kPa [kgf/cm
2])
32 (220 [2.2])
Compact
SpareSize T165/80D17 104M
Pressure
psi (kPa [kgf/cm
2])60 (420 [4.2])
Wheel Size
Regular
19 x 8.5 J
Compact Spare
17 x 4 T
317Index
Bulb Specifications................................... 306CCarbon Monoxide Gas............................... 63
Cargo Hooks............................................. 159
Carrying Cargo................................. 173, 175
Certification Label................................... 307
Changing Bulbs........................................ 249
Charging System Indicator................ 67, 292
Child Safety................................................ 49
Childproof Door Locks ............................ 114
Child Seat................................................... 49
Booster Seats ............................................ 62
Child Seat for Infants ................................ 51
Child Seat for Small Children .................... 52
Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/
Shoulder Seat Belt ................................... 57
Larger Children ......................................... 61
Rear-facing Child Seat............................... 51
Selecting a Child Seat ............................... 53
Using a Tether .......................................... 59
Childproof Door Locks............................. 114
Cleaning the Exterior............................... 272
Cleaning the Interior............................... 270
Client Service Information....................... 315
Climate Control System........................... 163
Changing the Mode................................ 163
Defrosting the Windshield and
Windows .............................................. 164
Dust and Pollen Filter .............................. 269Recirculation/Fresh Air Mode ................... 163
Sensor ..................................................... 166
Synchronized Mode ................................. 165
Using Automatic Climate Control ............ 163
Clock.............................................................. 9
Coat Hook................................................. 159
Compact Spare Tire.......................... 277, 306
Console Compartment............................. 155
Controls..................................................... 105
Coolant (Engine)....................................... 243
Adding to the Radiator ............................ 244
Adding to the Reserve Tank ..................... 243
Overheating ............................................ 290
Temperature Gauge .................................. 86
Creeping.................................................... 188
Cruise Control........................................... 193
Indicator .................................................... 75
Cup Holders.............................................. 157
Customized Features.................................. 92
DDaytime Running Lights........................... 134
Dead Battery............................................. 287
Devices that Emit Radio Waves............... 308
Dimming
Headlights ............................................... 132
Rearview Mirror ....................................... 142
Dipstick (Engine Oil)................................. 239
Directional Signals (Turn Signal)............. 132
Door Mirrors............................................. 143Doors......................................................... 106
Auto Door Locking .................................. 115
Auto Door Unlocking .............................. 115
Door and Tailgate Open Indicator ........ 26, 71
Keys ........................................................ 106
Locking/Unlocking the Doors
from the Inside ...................................... 113
Locking/Unlocking the Doors
from the Outside ................................... 108
Lockout Prevention System ...................... 111
DOT Tire Quality Grading........................ 261
Driving...................................................... 171
Automatic Transmission .......................... 188
Braking ................................................... 212
Cruise Control ......................................... 193
Shifting Gear ........................................... 189
Starting the Engine.................................. 185
Driving Position Memory System............ 139
Dust and Pollen Filter............................... 269
EElapsed Time............................................... 90
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)............. 202
Emergency................................................ 301
Emissions Testing (Readiness Codes)....... 310
Engine....................................................... 307
Coolant ................................................... 243
Jump Starting .......................................... 287
Oil ........................................................... 238
Starting ................................................... 185