2013 Acura ZDX differential

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uuIndicatorsu
Instrument Panel
Indicator
Name
On/Blinking
Explanation
Message
SH-AWD® (Super
Handling-All
Wheel Drive
TM)
Indicator
●Comes on for a few seconds when
you set the power mode to ON, then
goes off.●Comes on if there is a problem with
the SH-AWD® system.●Blinks when the differential
temperature is too high.
●Stays on constantly –the engine
drives the front wheels only in this state.
Have the vehicle checked by a dealer.●Blinks while driving – Stop in a safe
place, shift to P, and idle the engine
until the indicator goes off. If the
indicator does not stop blinking, take
your vehicle to a dealer.
2SH-AWD® (Super Handling-All
Wheel Drive
TM) P. 204
BSI (Blind Spot
Information)
Indicator
●Comes on for a few seconds when
you change the power mode to ON,
then goes off.●Stays on while BSI is turned off.●Comes on when mud, snow, or ice
accumulates in the vicinity of sensor.●Comes on if there is a problem with
the system.
—
●Comes on while driving - Remove
the obstacle in the vicinity of sensor.●Comes on while driving - Have the
vehicle checked by a dealer.

uuOff-Highway Driving GuidelinesuAvoiding Trouble
184Driving
•Crossing a Stream - Avoid driving through deep water. If you encounter water
in your route (a small stream or large puddle, for example), evaluate it carefully
before going ahead. Make sure it is shallow, flowing slowly, and has firm ground
underneath. If you are not sure of the depth or the ground, turn around and find
another route. Driving through deep water can also damage your vehicle. The
water can get into the transmission and differential, diluting the lubricant and
causing an eventual failure. It can also wash the grease out of the wheel bearings.
•If You Get Stuck, carefully go in the direction that you think will get you
unstuck. Do not spin the tires as this will only make things worse and could
damage the transmission. If you are unable to free yourself, your vehicle will need
to be towed. Front and rear tow hooks are provided for this purpose.
2Emergency Towing P. 301
1Off-Highway Driving Guidelines
Spinning the tires can also damage the SH-AWD
system.

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uuMaintenance Minder
TMuTo Use Maintenance Minder
TM
Continued
Maintenance
■Maintenance Service Items
1Maintenance Service Items•Independent of the Maintenance Minder
information, replace the brake fluid every 3 years.•Inspect idle speed every 160,000 miles (256,000
km).•Adjust the valves during services A, B, 1, 2, or 3 if
they are noisy.
Maintenance Minder
Message System Message
Indicator
Sub Items Main
Item
*1: If the message SERVICE DUE NOW does not appear more than 12 months after the display is
reset, change the engine oil every year.
# : See information on maintenance and emissions warranty.
*2: If you drive in dusty conditions, replace the air cleaner element every 15,000 miles (24,000 km).
*3: If you drive primarily in urban areas that have high concentrations of soot in the air from industry and
from diesel-powered vehicles, replace the dust and pollen filter every 15,000 miles (24,000 km).CODE
Maintenance Main Items
A
●Replace engine oil
*1
B
●Replace engine oil
*1 and oil filter
●Inspect front and rear brakes●Check parking brake adjustment●Inspect these items:
•Tie rod ends, steering gear box, and boots
•Suspension components
•Driveshaft boots
•Brake hoses and lines (Including ABS/VSA)
•All fluid levels and condition of fluids
•Exhaust system
#
•Fuel lines and connections
#
*4: If you regularly drive in very high (over 110 °F, 43 °C) or very low (-20 °F, -29 °C) temperatures, or
regularly tow a trailer, replace every 60,000 miles/100,000 km.
*5: Driving in mountainous areas at very low vehicle speeds or trailer towing results in higher level of
mechanical (shear) stress to fluid. This requires differential fluid changes more frequently than
recommended by the Maintenance Minder. If you regularly drive your vehicle under these conditions,
have the differential fluid changed at 7,500 miles/12,000 km, then every 15,000 miles/24,000 km.CODE
Maintenance Sub Items
1
●Rotate tires
2
●Replace air cleaner element
*2
●Replace dust and pollen filter
*3
●Inspect drive belt
3●Replace transmission and transfer fluid
4
●Replace spark plugs●Replace timing belt and inspect water pump
*4
●Inspect valve clearance
5●Replace engine coolant
6
●Replace rear differential fluid
*5

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