2013 Acura ZDX jump start

Contents
Child Safety P. 49 Exhaust Gas Hazard P. 63 Safety Labels P. 64Opening and Closing the Tailgate P. 116 Security System P. 122 Opening and Closing the Windows P. 125
Operating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel P. 129 Adjusting the Mirrors P. 142
Interior Lights/Interior Convenience Items P. 152 Climate Control System P. 163Off-Highway Driving Guidelines P. 182 When Driving P. 185 Braking P. 212
Fuel Economy P. 224 Accessories and Modifications P. 225Maintenance Under the Hood P. 235 Replacing Light Bulbs P. 249
Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 258 Battery P. 267 Remote Transmitter Care P. 268
Cleaning P. 270Engine Does Not Start P. 284 Jump Starting P. 287 Shift Lever Does Not Move P. 289
Fuses P. 295 Emergency Towing P. 301
When You Cannot Open or Close the Tailgate P. 303Devices that Emit Radio Waves P. 308 Reporting Safety Defects P. 309 Emissions Testing P. 310
Client Service Information P. 315
Quick Reference Guide
P. 2
Safe Driving
P. 21
Instrument Panel
P. 65
Controls
P. 105
Features
P. 167
Driving
P. 171
Maintenance
P. 227
Handling the Unexpected
P. 275
Information
P. 305
Index
P. 316

Quick Reference Guide15
Handling the Unexpected
(P275)
Flat Tire
(P277)
●Park in a safe location and replace the
flat tire with the compact spare tire
located under the cargo area.
Indicators Come On
(P292)
●Identify the indicator and consult the
owner’s manual.
Engine Won’t Start
(P284)
●If the battery is dead, jump start using a
booster battery.
Blown Fuse
(P300)
●Check for a blown fuse if an electrical
device does not operate.
Overheating
(P290)
●Park in a safe location. If you do not see
steam under the hood, open the hood,
and let the engine cool down.
Emergency Towing
(P301)
●Call a professional towing service if you
need to tow your vehicle.

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Handling the Unexpected
This chapter explains how to handle unexpected troubles.
Tools
Types of Tools .................................. 276
If a Tire Goes Flat
Changing a Flat Tire ......................... 277
Engine Does Not Start
Checking the Engine ........................ 284If the Keyless Access Remote Battery is
Weak ..........................................285Emergency Engine Stop ................... 286
Jump Starting.................................... 287
Shift Lever Does Not Move.............. 289Overheating
How to Handle Overheating............. 290
Indicator, Coming On/Blinking
If the Low Oil Pressure Indicator Comes
On ............................................. 292If the Charging System Indicator Comes
On ................................................. 292
If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes
On or Blinks ................................... 293If the Brake System Indicator (Red)
Comes On .................................. 294
If the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator
Comes On or Blinks ....................... 294
Fuses
Fuse Locations ................................. 295Circuit Protected and Amps for Each
Fuse............................................ 297Inspecting and Changing Fuses ........ 300
Emergency Towing........................... 301
When You Cannot Unlock the Fuel Fill
Door................................................. 302
When You Cannot Open or Close the
Tailgate............................................ 303

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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Handling the Unexpected
Jump StartingTurn 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 booster battery + terminal.
uUse a 12-volt booster battery only.
3.Connect the second jumper cable to the
booster battery - 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 assisting vehicle’s engine
and increase its rpm slightly.
6.Attempt to start your vehicle’s engine. If it
turns over slowly, check that the jumper
cables have good metal-to-metal contact.■Jump Starting Procedure
1Jump Starting
Securely attach the jumper cables clips so that they
do not come off when the engine 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.
3
WARNING
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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uuJump Startingu
Handling the Unexpected
Once your vehicle’s engine has started, remove the jumper cables in the following
order.
1.Disconnect the jumper cable from your vehicle’s ground.
2.Disconnect the other end of the jumper cable from the booster battery -
terminal.
3.Disconnect the jumper cable from your vehicle’s + terminal.
4.Disconnect the other end of the jumper cable from the booster battery +
terminal.
Have your vehicle inspected by a nearby service station or a dealer.■What to Do After the Engine Starts

Index
316Index
Index
AABS (Anti-lock Brake System)................... 214
Accessories and Modifications................. 225
Accessory Power Sockets.......................... 158
Active Head Restraints............................. 149
Additives
Coolant ................................................... 243
Engine Oil ................................................ 238
Washer .................................................... 248
Additives, Engine Oil................................ 238
Adjusting
Armrest ................................................... 151
Front Seats .............................................. 144
Head Restraints........................................ 146
Mirrors .................................................... 142
Rear Seats................................................ 150
Steering Wheel ........................................ 141
Temperature .............................................. 89
Air Conditioning System (Climate Control
System).................................................... 163
Changing the Mode ................................ 163
Defrosting the Windshield and
Windows ............................................... 164
Dust and Pollen Filter ............................... 269
Recirculation/Fresh Air Mode ................... 163
Sensor ..................................................... 166
Synchronized Mode ................................. 165
Using Automatic Climate Control ............ 163
Air Pressure....................................... 259, 306Airbags........................................................ 34
Advanced Airbags ..................................... 40
After a Collision ........................................ 38
Airbag Care............................................... 48
Event Data Recorder .................................. 18
Front Airbags (SRS) .................................... 37
Indicator........................................ 45, 70, 74
Passenger Airbag Off Indicator .................. 46
Sensors ..................................................... 34
Side Airbag Cutoff System......................... 43
Side Airbag Off Indicator ........................... 47
Side Airbags .............................................. 41
Side Curtain Airbags.................................. 44
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS).................. 214
Indicator.................................................... 70
Armrest..................................................... 151
Audio System............................................ 168
Authorized Manuals................................ 314
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking................. 115
Automatic Lighting.................................. 133
Automatic Transmission........................... 188
Creeping ................................................. 188
Fluid ........................................................ 245
Kickdown ................................................ 188
Operating the Shift Lever........... 12, 190, 192
Sequential Shift Mode ............................. 191
Shift Lever Does Not Move ...................... 289
Shifting ................................................... 189
Average Fuel Economy.............................. 89
Average Speed........................................... 90
BBattery...................................................... 267
Charging System Indicator ................ 67, 292
Jump Starting ......................................... 287
Maintenance (Checking the Battery) ....... 267
Maintenance (Replacing) ......................... 268
Belts (Seat).................................................. 27
Beverage Holders..................................... 157
Blind Spot Information (BSI)................... 205
Booster Seats (For Children)...................... 62
Brake System............................................ 212
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) .................. 214
Brake Assist System................................. 215
Fluid ....................................................... 246
Foot Brake .............................................. 213
Indicator ........................................... 66, 294
Parking Brake.......................................... 212
Brightness Control (Instrument Panel)... 137
Bulb Replacement.................................... 249
Back-Up Lights ........................................ 254
Daytime Running Light............................ 252
Fog Lights ............................................... 250
Front Side Marker Lights ......................... 251
Front Turn Signal/Parking Lights .............. 251
Headlights .............................................. 249
High-Mount Brake Light.......................... 255
Rear License Plate Light ........................... 255
Side Turn Signal/
Emergency Indicator Lights.................... 252
Stop Light, Taillight, Rear Turn Signal Light and
Rear Side Marker Lights......................... 253

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