Page 1 Introduction Congratulations! Your selection of a 2010 Acura ZDX was a wise investment. As you read this manual, you will find It will give you years of driving pleasure. information that is preceded by a symbol. This information is One of the best ways to enhance the enjoyment of your new vehicle is to read intended to help you avoid damage to this manual.
Page 2 This vehicle is equipped with service-related devices that record information about powertrain performance. The data can be used to verify emissions law requirements and/or help technicians diagnose and solve service problems. It may also be combined with data from other sources for research purposes, but it remains confidential. 00X31-SZV-6010 2010 ZDX Owner's Manual_Ver.2 BOM03710...
Page 3: A Few Words About Safety
A Few Words About Safety Your safety, and the safety of others, You will find this important safety information in a variety of forms, including: is very important. And operating this Safety Labels － on the vehicle. ● vehicle safely is an important Safety Messages －...
Page 4: Important Handling Information
Important Handling Information Your ZDX has higher ground clearance than a passenger vehicle designed for use only on pavement. Higher ground clearance has many advantages for off-highway driving. It allows you to travel over bumps, obstacles, and rough terrain. It also provides good visibility so you can anticipate problems earlier. These advantages come at some cost.
Page 5 2010 ZDX Online Reference Owner's Manual Contents Owner's Identification Form ........................Your Vehicle at a Glance (main controls) ................Driver and Passenger Safety (seat belts, SRS, and child protection) ... Instruments and Controls (indicators, gauges, multi-information display, dashboard, and steering column) ...
Page 6 Overview of Contents Contents Before Driving Technical Information A convenient reference to the What gasoline to use, how to break- ID numbers, dimensions, capacities, sections in this manual. in your new vehicle, and how to load and technical information. luggage and other cargo. Warranty and Client Relations Your Vehicle at a Glance A quick reference to the main...
Page 7: Your Vehicle At A Glance
Your Vehicle at a Glance INSTRUMENT PANEL INDICATORS (P. 63) HOMELINK BUTTONS PANORAMIC GLASS DRIVER'S FRONT GAUGES (P. 76) (P. 396) ROOF SWITCH (P. 174) AIRBAG (P. 10, 28) MULTI-INFORMATION DISPLAY (P. 78) MIRROR CONTROL AUTO BUTTON POWER TAILGATE (P. 177) BUTTON (P.
Page 8 Your Vehicle at a Glance WINDSHIELD HEADLIGHT/TURN SIGNALS/ BLIND SPOT INFORMATION SYSTEM CRUISE CONTROL BUTTONS WIPERS/WASHERS ꭧ2 FOG LIGHTS (P. 139, 141) (BSI) ALERT INDICATOR (P. 514) (P. 379) (P. 137) ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL PADDLE SHIFTERS REMOTE AUDIO CONTROL ꭧ2 (ACC) BUTTONS (P.
Page 9: Table Of Contents
Driver and Passenger Safety ......This section gives you important Lap/Shoulder Belt If You Must Drive with Several ........information about how to protect Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners Children ....yourself and your passengers. It shows Seat Belt e-pretensioners If a Child Requires Close ....
Page 10: Important Safety Precautions
Important Safety Precautions You'll find many safety Restrain All Children Don't Drink and Drive recommendations throughout this Children age 12 and under should Alcohol and driving don't mix. Even section, and throughout this manual. ride properly restrained in a back one drink can reduce your ability to The recommendations on this page seat, not the front seat.
Page 11 Important Safety Precautions Control Your Speed Excessive speed is a major factor in crash injuries and deaths. Generally, the higher the speed, the greater the risk, but serious injuries can also occur at lower speeds. Never drive faster than is safe for current conditions, regardless of the maximum speed posted.
Page 12: Your Vehicle's Safety Features
Your Vehicle's Safety Features Your vehicle is equipped with many (12) features that work together to protect you and your passengers during a crash. (10) Some features do not require any action on your part. These include a strong steel framework that forms a safety cage around the passenger compartment, front and rear crush (10)
Page 13: Seat Belts
Your Vehicle's Safety Features Help keep you from being thrown Seat Belts ● Your vehicle is equipped with seat against the inside of the vehicle Not wearing a seat belt properly belts in all seating positions. and against other occupants. increases the chance of serious Your seat belt system also includes Keep you from being thrown out of...
Page 14: Airbags
Your Vehicle's Safety Features Airbags Your vehicle also has side airbags to In addition, your vehicle has side help protect the upper torso of the curtain airbags to help protect the Your vehicle has a supplemental driver or a front seat passenger heads of the driver, front passenger, restraint system (SRS) with front during a moderate to severe side...
Page 15 Your Vehicle's Safety Features The most important things you need Always wear The rest of this section gives more What you should do: to know about your airbags are: your seat belt properly, and sit detailed information about how you upright and as far back from the can maximize your safety.
Page 16: Protecting Adults And Teens
Protecting Adults and Teens Your vehicle also has a door and Introduction The following pages provide tailgate open indicator on the multi- instructions on how to properly information display to indicate when protect the driver, adult passengers, a specific door or the tailgate is open. and teenage children who are large You will see the appropriate enough and mature enough to drive...
Page 17 Protecting Adults and Teens Locking the doors and the tailgate reduces the chance of someone being thrown out of the vehicle during a crash, and it helps prevent passengers from accidentally opening a door or the tailgate and falling out. Locking the doors and the tailgate also helps prevent an outsider from unexpectedly opening a door or the...
Page 18: Adjust The Front Seats
Protecting Adults and Teens If you sit too close to the steering 2. Adjust the Front Seats wheel or dashboard, you can be Sitting too close to a front seriously injured by an inflating front airbag can result in serious airbag, or by striking the steering injury or death if the front wheel or dashboard.
Page 19: Adjust The Seat-Backs
Protecting Adults and Teens 4. Adjust the Head Restraints 3. Adjust the Seat-Backs Reclining the seat-back too far can result in serious injury or death in a crash. Adjust the seat-back to an upright position, and sit well back in the seat. Reclining a seat-back so that the shoulder part of the belt no longer rests against the occupant's chest...
Page 20: Fasten And Position The Seat Belts
Protecting Adults and Teens 5. Fasten and Position the Seat Belts Improperly positioning head Insert the latch plate into the buckle, restraints reduces their then tug on the belt to make sure the effectiveness and you can be belt is securely latched. Check that seriously injured in a crash.
Page 21 To adjust the height of an anchor, press and hold the release Make sure all seat belts are button and slide the anchor up or properly positioned before down as needed (it has four driving. positions). CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 22: Maintain A Proper Sitting Position
See page for additional leans forward or sideways, or puts information about your seat belts and one or both feet up, the chance of how to take care of them. injury during a crash is greatly increased. 2010 ZDX...
Page 23: Advice For Pregnant Women
If you are pregnant, the best way to protect yourself and your unborn child when driving or riding in a vehicle is to always wear a seat belt, and keep the lap part of the belt as low as possible across the hips. CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 24: Additional Safety Precautions
If they do, they same seat belt. If your from the airbag covers. could be very seriously injured in a hands or arms are close to an crash. airbag cover, they could be injured if the airbag inflates. 2010 ZDX...
Page 25: Additional Information About Your Seat Belts
6 seconds after the Improperly replacing your dealer. ignition switch is turned to the ON or covering front seat-back covers (II) position. can prevent your side airbags from inflating during a side impact. CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 26: Lap/Shoulder Belt
ꭧ:Models equipped with the keyless your vehicle checked by a dealer. door. access system have an engine start/ stop button instead of an ignition switch. ON mode is the equivalent of ON (II). For more information, see pages and 196. 2010 ZDX...
Page 27: Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners
To deactivate the lockable retractor, front passenger in position. unlatch the buckle and let the seat belt fully retract. To refasten the seat belt, pull it out only as far as needed. 2010 ZDX...
Page 28: Seat Belt E-Pretensioners
(see page 16). collision mitigation braking system™ (CMBS™) (see page 498) and the brake pedal assist function (see page 495). 2010 ZDX...
Page 29: Seat Belt Maintenance
Acura provides a limited warranty on seat belts. See your Acura Warranty booklet for details. Information 2010 ZDX...
Page 30: Additional Information About Your Airbags
(12) Front Passenger's Weight Sensor Control Unit/ ODS Sensors Control Unit (13) Side Impact Sensors (second) (16) (14) Side Curtain Airbags (17) (15) Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) Indicator (16) Safing Sensor (13) ꭧ (17) e-pretensioner Control Unit ꭧ: On models with CMBS 2010 ZDX...
Page 31 A driver's seat position sensor that ● AIRBAG’’ (see page 33). monitors the distance of the seat from the front airbag. If the seat is too far forward, the airbag will inflate with less force (see page 31). CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 32: How Your Front Airbags Work
An indicator on the instrument panel ● the driver's and front passenger's that alerts you that the passenger's airbags, at the time and with the side airbag has been turned off (see force needed. page 35). 2010 ZDX...
Page 33 Only the driver’s airbag can deploy if there is no passenger in the front seat, or if the advanced airbag system has turned the passenger’s airbag off (see page 36). CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 34 Failure to follow these instructions could damage the sensors or prevent them from working properly. 2010 ZDX...
Page 35 If the seat is under the seat. Although Acura does too far forward, the airbag will inflate not encourage carrying an infant or To ensure that the passenger's...
Page 36: How Your Side Airbags Work
(see page driver's or the passenger's side 563). If it is not, the mat may airbag. interfere with the proper operation of the sensors and operation of the seat. 2010 ZDX...
Page 37: How Your Side Curtain Airbags Work
Although Acura does not encourage children to ride in front, if the There will be some delay between position sensors detect a child has...
Page 38: How The Srs Indicator Works
ON (II). For more upright and well back in their seats. information display (see page 90). information, see pages and 196. If you see any of these indications, the airbag system components may not work properly when you need them. 2010 ZDX...
Page 39: How The Side Airbag Off Indicator Works
(see page 67). If it does not come on, stays on, or comes on while driving without a passenger in the front seat, you will also see a ‘‘PASSENGER SIDE AIRBAG OFF’’ message on the multi-information display. Have the system checked (see page 90). 2010 ZDX...
Page 40: How The Passenger Airbag Off Indicator Works
65 lbs (29 kg) or less (the weight of an infant or small child) on the front passenger's seat. It does there is a problem not mean with the airbag. 2010 ZDX...
Page 41: Airbag Service
The SRS indicator alerts you to a ● Take your vehicle to an problem. authorized dealer as soon as possible. If you ignore this indication, your airbags may not operate properly. CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 42 This could make the dealer. driver's seat position sensor or the front passenger's weight sensors ineffective. If it is necessary to remove or modify a front seat to accommodate a person with disabilities, first contact Acura Client Services at 800-382-2238. 2010 ZDX...
Page 43: Protecting Children － General Guidelines
If you have children, or ever need to － 53). (see pages drive with a child in your vehicle, be sure to read this section. It begins with important general guidelines, then presents special information for infants, small children, and larger children. 2010 ZDX...
Page 44: All Children Should Sit In A Back Seat
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Page 45 SUN VISORS in a back seat, your vehicle has warning labels on the dashboard (U.S. models) and on the front visors. Please read and follow the instructions on these labels. Canadian Models SUN VISORS 2010 ZDX...
Page 46: Children
Make sure the seat belt is properly adult ride with the child in a back ● children from accidentally falling positioned and secured (see page seat. The back seat is far safer for a out (see page 153). 16). child than the front. 2010 ZDX...
Page 47 Even very young children. states, Canadian provinces/ children learn how to unlock territories, and can be very vehicle doors, turn on the ignition ꭧ hazardous. switch , and open the tailgate, which can lead to accidental injury or death. 2010 ZDX...
Page 48: Protecting Infants And Small Children
Only a rear-facing child seat provides proper support for a baby's head, neck, and back. 2010 ZDX...
Page 49: Protecting Small Children
We also recommend that a small child use the child seat until the child reaches the weight or height limit for the seat. CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
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Page 51: Selecting A Child Seat
Before purchasing a conventional child seat, or using a previously purchased one, we recommend that you test the seat in the specific vehicle seating position or positions where the seat will be used. 2010 ZDX...
Page 52: Installing A Child Seat
A child who is not forward and from side-to-side to properly secured in a child seat verify that it is secure. can be seriously injured in a crash. 2010 ZDX...
Page 53: Installing A Child Seat With Latch
1. Move the seat belt buckle or tongue away from the lower anchors. 2. Make sure there are no objects near the anchors that could prevent a secure connection between the child seat and the anchors. CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 54 5. Whatever type you have, follow the making sure the strap is not Some LATCH-compatible seats child seat maker's instructions for twisted. have a rigid-type connector as adjusting or tightening the fit. shown above. 2010 ZDX...
Page 55: Installing A Child Seat With A Lap Shoulder Belt
8. Lower the head restraint until it buckle and remove any slack from locks in place. the lap portion of the belt. 9. Push and pull the child seat forward and from side-to-side to verify that it is secure. CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 56 To deactivate the lockable retractor you will need to repeat these steps. on the back of the seat while and remove a child seat, unlatch the pulling up on the belt. buckle, unroute the seat belt, and let the belt fully retract. 2010 ZDX...
Page 57: Installing A Child Seat With A Tether
For the outer seat, lower the head installation, we recommend using a restraint until it locks in place. tether whenever one is required or 3. Tighten the strap according to the available. seat maker's instructions. 2010 ZDX...
Page 58: Protecting Larger Children
1. Does the child sit all the way back against the seat? 2. Do the child's knees bend comfortably over the edge of the seat? 2010 ZDX...
Page 59: Using A Booster Seat
A child who has outgrown a forward- facing child seat should ride in a back seat and use a booster seat until the lap/shoulder belt fits them properly without the booster. CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 60: When Can A Larger Child Sit In Front
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Page 61: Additional Safety Precautions
If they do, they same seat belt. properly and securely positioned. could be very seriously injured in a Supervise the child. Even mature ● crash. children sometimes need to be reminded to fasten the seat belts or sit properly. 2010 ZDX...
Page 62: Carbon Monoxide Hazard
3. Turn the fan on high speed. Even with the door open, run the engine only long enough to move the 4. Set the temperature control to a vehicle out of the garage. comfortable setting. 2010 ZDX...
Page 63: Safety Labels
If a label comes off or becomes hard to read (except for the U.S. dashboard label which may be removed by the owner), contact your dealer for a replacement. DASHBOARD U.S. models only RADIATOR CAP BATTERY LABEL CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 64 Safety Labels SUN VISOR DOORJAMBS U.S. models U.S. models Canadian models Canadian models U.S. models 2010 ZDX...
Page 65 Door Locks Glove Box ......Childproof Door Locks Sunglasses Holder ..............Tailgate Coat Hook ............Power Tailgate Sun Visor ..........Remote Transmitter Vanity Mirror ..........Seats Accessory Power Sockets ...... Front Seat Heaters 2010 ZDX...
Page 66: Control Locations
HOOD RELEASE HANDLE (P. 457) ACCESSORY POWER REAR SEAT HEATER AUXILIARY INPUT JACK (P. 371) ꭧ SOCKETS (P. 217) SWITCHES (P. 170) USB ADAPTER CABLE (P. 257, 266, 342, 351) Vehicle with navigation system is shown. ꭧ: If equipped 2010 ZDX...
Page 67: Instrument Panel
KEYLESS ACCESS SYSTEM INDICATOR (P. 73) ꭧ ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL (ACC) INDICATOR LOW TIRE PRESSURE/TPMS INDICATOR (P. 69) (P. 73) ꭧ: If equipped The U.S. instrument panel is shown. Differences for the Canadian models are noted in the text. 2010 ZDX...
Page 68: Instrument Panel Indicators
ON (II). For more information, see flashing but remains on. pages and 196. If your front passenger does not fasten their seat belt, the indicator comes on about 6 seconds after the ignition switch is turned to the ON (II) position. 2010 ZDX...
Page 69 For more information, see message on the multi-information page 591. display. 2. This indicator also comes on when the battery needs to be replaced along with ‘‘REPLACE BATTERY’’ message on the multi-information display. For more information, see page 592. CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 70 196. engine start/stop button instead of display (see page 90). an ignition switch. ON mode is the equivalent of ON (II), and START mode is the equivalent of START (III). For more information, see pages and 196. 2010 ZDX...
Page 71 (see an ignition switch. ON mode is the page 90). For more information, see equivalent of ON (II), and START page 496. mode is the equivalent of START (III). For more information, see pages and 196. CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 72 ON (II), and START Without hill start assist, the vehicle mode is the equivalent of START will roll downhill immediately (III). For more information, see when you release the brake on an pages and 196. incline. 2010 ZDX...
Page 73 You will also see a corresponding happens, have your dealer check the system as soon as possible. indicator(s) on the multi-information display to indicate which door and/or For more information, see page 493. the tailgate is open (see page 12). CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 74 ON mode is the equivalent of switch. ON mode is the equivalent of ON (II). For more information, see ON (II). For more information, see pages and 196. pages and 196. 2010 ZDX...
Page 75 VEHICLE OFF (LOCK) mode is the equivalent of LOCK (0) and ACCESSORY mode is the equivalent of ACCESSORY (I). For more information, see pages 196. CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 76 521. When the indicator comes on, there are about 2.9 U.S. gal (10.8 L) of fuel remaining in the tank. When the needle reaches E, there is a very small amount of fuel in the tank. 2010 ZDX...
Page 77 (see page access system. Have the vehicle 92). Take your vehicle to your dealer checked by your dealer as soon as to have it checked. For more possible. For more information, information, see page 382. see page 204. CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 78 ‘‘CHECK CMBS RADAR SENSOR’’ message on the multi- information display. When you clean the radar sensor, the indicator should go off the next time you select the ON mode by operating the engine start/stop button. 2010 ZDX...
Page 79 You will see a ‘‘BLIND SPOT NOT AVAILABLE’’ message on the multi-information display. When you clean the rear bumper, the indicator should go off after you begin driving again. When you turn the system on, the indicator will turn off. 2010 ZDX...
Page 80 The needle returns to the bottom after you turn off the ignition/power TEMPERATURE FUEL GAUGE mode. GAUGE Avoid driving with an extremely low fuel level. Running out of fuel could cause the engine to misfire, damaging the catalytic converter. U.S. model is shown. 2010 ZDX...
Page 81 589. gauge reaches to or above the red mark, you will also see the ‘‘WATER TEMP HOT’’ message on the multi- information display. This will alert you that the engine should be cooled down. 2010 ZDX...
Page 82 On models with keyless access system The driver's ID (1 or 2) is displayed when the power mode is set to ON. 2010 ZDX...
Page 83 (▲/▼) button or the SEL/RESET position. button. These messages go off in several When you turn the ignition switch to seconds after the key is inserted into the ON (II) position, your last the ignition switch. selection is displayed. CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 84 U.S. model is shown. system messages until you select the The multi-information display ON mode by operating the engine consists of an upper segment and a start/stop button. These messages lower segment. can be customized (see page 113). 2010 ZDX...
Page 85 Trip Computer (See page 87) SH-AWD Torque Distribution Monitor (See page 84) Tire Pressure for each tire (See page 84) ꭧ: This display will be shown when the Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ® is activated. U.S. model is shown. CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 86 To reset a trip meter, display it, and odometer with the intent to change then press and hold the SEL/RESET the number of miles or kilometers button until the number resets to indicated. ‘‘0.0.’’ 2010 ZDX...
Page 87 The engine oil life is calculated based on engine operating You can adjust the outside conditions and accumulated engine temperature display (see page 108). revolutions. For more information, see page 533. CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 88 Bluetooth torque is being delivered to each are low, inflate them to the correct HandsFreeLink ® ® pressure. For more information, see wheel. For more information, see (HFL) system without touching your page 487. page 490. cell phone. 2010 ZDX...
Page 89 Depending on how low the battery's website. In Canada, visit www.acura. state of charge dropped and how or call 1-888-9-ACURA-9. long it remained low, these messages On models with navigation system may occur frequently. It may take a You can see HFL information on the number of trips to sufficiently IGN ON (II)－Immediately turn off...
Page 90 IGN ACCESSORY (I) or LOCK (0)－ Follow the multi-information display message and turn off all electrical devices. Driving the vehicle will recharge the battery, however the vehicle may not start. If no start, see jump starting (page 587), or contact your dealer. 2010 ZDX...
Page 91 This shows your vehicle's average fuel economy in mpg (U.S. models) or liter/100 km (Canadian models) since you last reset Trip A or Trip B. : Press the INFO button (▲/▼). : Press the SEL/RESET button. U.S. model is shown. CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 92 ON mode is the equivalent of This shows the average speed you ON (II). See page for ignition are traveling in miles per hour (mph) switch and power mode comparison. for U.S. models or kilometers per hour (km/h) for Canadian models. 2010 ZDX...
Page 93 5 seconds. closed, the multi-information display will show you the problem. It does this by interrupting the current display with one or more messages. CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 94 Multi-Information Display U.S. See page See page See page Canada See page See page U.S. See page See page See page Canada See page See page U.S. U.S. See page See page See page Canada Canada See page 2010 ZDX...
Page 95 See page See page See page On models with Integrated On models with See page Dynamics System (IDS) Integrated Dynamics System (IDS) U.S. See page See page Canada See page See page On models without keyless access system CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 96 See page On models with blind spot See page information system (BSI) On models with collision mitigation braking system (CMBS) See page See page See page On models with blind spot information system (BSI) See page See page 2010 ZDX...
Page 97 Multi-Information Display See page See page See page See page See page See page See page See page CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 98 SETTINGS’’ message and you cannot mode is the equivalent of LOCK (0), change the settings. ACCESSORY mode is the equivalent of ACCESSORY (I), and ON mode is the equivalent of ON (II). For more information, see pages and 196. 2010 ZDX...
Page 99 DEFAULT ALL, as described Press the SEL/RESET on page 99. button. U.S. model is shown. Refer to the table on the following pages about the settings you want to customize. CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 100 Changes the interior light sensitivity to your liking. ILLUMINATION HIGH ꭧ1 KEYLESS START GUIDANCE Changes the display of the keyless start guidance ꭧ1 SCREENS ꭧ3 screens. ꭧ1: Default setting ꭧ2: On models with adaptive cruise control (ACC) ꭧ3: On models with keyless access system 2010 ZDX...
Page 101 15 sec ꭧ1 AUTO LIGHT SENSITIVITY Changes the timing of when the headlights come on. The headlight switch needs to be in the AUTO HIGH position. ꭧ1 ꭧ1: Default setting ꭧ2: On models with keyless access system CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 102 60 sec you unlock but do not open the door. 30 sec ꭧ DEFAULT ALL Set/Cancel all the customized settings as default. CANCEL (P. 99) ꭧ: Default setting 2010 ZDX...
Page 103 If the setting is not successfully completed, ‘‘FAILED’’ is shown for RESET button. The screen goes back to the previous display. several seconds, and then the screen goes back to the normal message mode. Repeat the same procedure to select DEFAULT ALL. CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 104 DOOR/WINDOW SETUP on page 99. INFO (▲/▼) button to select CHG ● SETTING, then press the SEL/ ꭧ1: On models with adaptive RESET button. cruise control (ACC) ꭧ2: On models with keyless access system 2010 ZDX...
Page 105 ‘‘DEFAULT ALL’’ LIGHTING SETUP (See page 123) DOOR/WINDOW SETUP (See page 128) : Press the INFO button (▲/▼). : Press the SEL/RESET button. ꭧ1: On models with adaptive cruise control (ACC) ꭧ2: On models with keyless access system CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 106 Press the INFO (▲/▼) button until you see the setting you want to customize, then press the SEL/RESET button to enter your selection. : Press the INFO button (▲/▼). : Press the SEL/RESET button. 2010 ZDX...
Page 107 Press the SEL/RESET button to see customize from ‘‘ACC SETUP’’ by the selections. pressing the INFO (▲/▼) button Select the desired setting by repeatedly. pressing the INFO (▲/▼) button, then enter your selection by pressing the SEL/RESET button. CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 108 INFO (▲/▼) button the customize item screen. repeatedly. If the ‘‘SETTING INCOMPLETE’’ message appears, go back to ‘‘PRE- RUNNING CAR DETECT BEEP’’ and repeat the procedure again. 2010 ZDX...
Page 109 ꭧ: On models with keyless access message appears, go back to ‘‘ACC the SEL/RESET button. system DISPLAY SPEED UNIT’’ and repeat While METER SETUP is shown, the procedure again. press the SEL/RESET button to enter the customize mode. CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 110 INFO (▲/▼) button until you see the setting you want to customize, then press the SEL/RESET button to enter your selection. On models with keyless access system : Press the INFO button (▲/▼). : Press the SEL/RESET button. 2010 ZDX...
Page 111 SEL/RESET button. message appears, go back to You can choose this customize item ‘‘LANGUAGE SELECTION’’ and from ‘‘METER SETUP’’ by pressing repeat the procedure again. the INFO (▲/▼) button repeatedly. CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 112 ‘‘ADJUST OUTSIDE TEMP. You can choose this customize item DISPLAY’’ and repeat the procedure from ‘‘METER SETUP’’ by pressing again. the INFO (▲/▼) button repeatedly. 2010 ZDX...
Page 113 MANUAL ONLY－You can reset the You can choose this item to customize from ‘‘METER SETUP’’ by Trip A information when you press and hold the SEL/RESET button pressing the INFO (▲/▼) button until the number resets. repeatedly. CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 114 If the ‘‘SETTING INCOMPLETE’’ then enter your selection by pressing from ‘‘METER SETUP’’ by pressing message appears, go back to ‘‘TRIP the SEL/RESET button. the INFO (▲/▼) button repeatedly. COMPUTER TRIP A INFO RESET’’ and repeat the procedure again. 2010 ZDX...
Page 115 If the ‘‘SETTING INCOMPLETE’’ your selection by pressing the SEL/ To disable the auto interior RESET button. message appears, go back to ‘‘ADJUST ALARM VOLUME’’ and illumination function, select OFF. repeat the procedure again. CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 116 Select the desired setting by the customize item screen. pressing the INFO (▲/▼) button, If the ‘‘SETTING INCOMPLETE’’ then enter your selection by pressing message appears, go back to ‘‘AUTO the SEL/RESET button. INTERIOR ILLUMINATION’’ and repeat the procedure again. 2010 ZDX...
Page 117 SEL/ RESET button. message appears, go back to ‘‘KEYLESS START GUIDANCE SCREENS’’ and repeat the procedure again. You can choose this item to customize from ‘‘METER SETUP’’ by pressing the INFO (▲/▼) button repeatedly. CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 118 Press the INFO (▲/▼) button until you see the setting you want to customize, then press the SEL/RESET button to enter your selection. : Press the INFO button (▲/▼). : Press the SEL/RESET button. 2010 ZDX...
Page 119 Select ON or OFF by pressing the transmitter. INFO (▲/▼) button, then enter On models with keyless access your selection by pressing the SEL/ system, open the driver's door with RESET button. the remote, or grab the door handle while carrying the remote. CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 120 ‘‘MEMORY POSITION LINK’’ and LOCK (0) position and remove the repeat the procedure again. key (or the vehicle is in VEHICLE OFF mode on models with keyless access system). 2010 ZDX...
Page 121 INFO (▲/▼) button, then enter If the ‘‘SETTING INCOMPLETE’’ your selection by pressing the SEL/ message appears, go back to ‘‘AUTO RESET button. TILT AND TELESCOPE STEERING WHEEL’’ and repeat the procedure again. CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 122 Press the INFO (▲/▼) button, until you see the setting you want to customize, then press the SEL/RESET button to enter your selection. : Press the INFO button (▲/▼). : Press the SEL/RESET button. 2010 ZDX...
Page 123 ‘‘DOOR remote), follow these instructions: selection by pressing the SEL/ RESET button. UNLOCK MODE’’ and repeat the You can choose this item to procedure again. customize from ‘‘KEYLESS ACCESS SETUP’’ by pressing the INFO (▲/▼) button repeatedly. CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 124 Press the SEL/RESET button to see customize from ‘‘KEYLESS ACCESS the selections. SETUP’’ by pressing the INFO Select ON or OFF by pressing the (▲/▼) button repeatedly. INFO (▲/▼) button, then enter your selection by pressing the SEL/ RESET button. 2010 ZDX...
Page 125 SETUP’’ by pressing the INFO the customize item screen. (▲/▼) button repeatedly. If the ‘‘SETTING INCOMPLETE’’ message appears, go back to ‘‘KEYLESS ACCESS LIGHT FLASH’’ and repeat the procedure again. CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 126 Select ON or OFF by pressing the the customize item screen. INFO (▲/▼) button, then enter If the ‘‘SETTING INCOMPLETE’’ your selection by pressing the SEL/ RESET button. message appears, go back to ‘‘KEYLESS ACCESS BEEP’’ and repeat the procedure again. 2010 ZDX...
Page 127 Press the INFO (▲/▼) button until you see the setting you want to customize, then press the SEL/RESET button to enter your selection. : Press the INFO button (▲/▼). : Press the SEL/RESET button. CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 128 SEL/RESET button. message appears, go back to ‘‘INTERIOR LIGHT DIMMING You can choose this customize item TIME’’ and repeat the procedure from ‘‘LIGHTING SETUP’’ by again. pressing the INFO (▲/▼) button repeatedly. 2010 ZDX...
Page 129 Press the SEL/RESET button to see from ‘‘LIGHTING SETUP’’ by the selections. pressing the INFO (▲/▼) button Select the desired setting by repeatedly. pressing the INFO (▲/▼) button, then enter your selection by pressing the SEL/RESET button. CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 130 LOW － ‘‘HEADLIGHT AUTO OFF TIMER’’ The headlights come on when it is and repeat the procedure again. somewhat dark. MIN － The headlights come on when it is dark. 2010 ZDX...
Page 131 Select the desired setting by the customize item screen. pressing the INFO (▲/▼) button, If the ‘‘SETTING INCOMPLETE’’ then enter your selection by pressing message appears, go back to ‘‘AUTO the SEL/RESET button. LIGHT SENSITIVITY’’ and repeat the procedure again. CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 132 Press the INFO (▲/▼) button until you see the setting you want to customize, then press the SEL/RESET button to : Press the INFO button (▲/▼). enter your selection. : Press the SEL/RESET button. 2010 ZDX...
Page 133 The auto door lock is deactivated all from ‘‘DOOR/WINDOW SETUP’’ by the selections. the time. pressing the INFO (▲/▼) button Select the desired setting by repeatedly. pressing the INFO (▲/▼) button, then enter your selection by pressing the SEL/RESET button. CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 134 ‘‘AUTO the doors unlock when you turn the DOOR LOCK’’ and repeat the ignition switch to the LOCK (0) procedure again. position. OFF － The auto door unlock is deactivated all the time. 2010 ZDX...
Page 135 INFO (▲/▼) button, switch the door lock mode setting then enter your selection by pressing between the driver's door and all the SEL/RESET button. doors. Then, press the SEL/RESET button to enter your selection. CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 136 ‘‘AUTO remote, follow these instructions. the SEL/RESET button. DOOR UNLOCK’’ and repeat the You can choose this customize item procedure again. from ‘‘DOOR/WINDOW SETUP’’ by pressing the INFO (▲/▼) button repeatedly. 2010 ZDX...
Page 137 INFO (▲/▼) button the customize item screen. repeatedly. If the ‘‘SETTING INCOMPLETE’’ message appears, go back to ‘‘KEY AND REMOTE UNLOCK MODE’’ and repeat the procedure again. CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 138 Select ON or OFF by pressing the the customize item screen. INFO (▲/▼) button, then enter If the ‘‘SETTING INCOMPLETE’’ your selection by pressing the SEL/ RESET button. message appears, go back to ‘‘KEYLESS LOCK ACKNOWLEDGMENT’’ and repeat the procedure again. 2010 ZDX...
Page 139 Select the desired setting by repeatedly. the customize item screen. pressing the INFO (▲/▼) button, If the ‘‘SETTING INCOMPLETE’’ then enter your selection by pressing the SEL/RESET button. message appears, go back to ‘‘SECURITY RELOCK TIMER’’ and repeat the procedure again. 2010 ZDX...
Page 140: Controls Near The Steering Wheel
REMOTE SLOT (P. 205) (P. 517) STEERING WHEEL MULTI-INFORMATION Vehicle with navigation system is shown. ADJUSTMENTS (P. 145) DISPLAY BUTTONS (P. 79) ꭧ1: If equipped ꭧ2: To use the horn, press the center pad of the steering wheel. 2010 ZDX...
Page 141: Windshield Wipers And Washers
3. INT － Intermittent For more information, see Headlight speed operation when the vehicle 4. LO － Low speed Washers section in the next column. speed exceeds 12 mph (20 km/h). 5. HI － High speed 6. Windshield washers CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 142 The headlights must be turned on to use this button. In addition, the headlight washer operates without pressing the button the first time you turn on the windshield washers with the ignition switch in the ON (II) position. 2010 ZDX...
Page 143: Turn Signal And Headlights
6. High beams with the power mode in VEHICLE 7. Flash high beams OFF (LOCK), you will hear a 8. Fog lights off reminder chime when you open the 9. Fog lights on driver's door. CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 144 ON week or more). You should also turn (II) position or turn the light switch off the lights if you plan to leave the to the position. engine idling or off for a long time. 2010 ZDX...
Page 145 With the light switch in the AUTO position, you can also use the fog lights when the headlights turn on automatically. They will go off when the headlights turn off, or the daytime running lights are on. CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 146 LOCK (0). When the multi-information display See page for ignition switch and shows a ‘‘DRL OFF’’ message, the power mode comparison. daytime running lights are off. DRL will turn on when the parking brake is released. 2010 ZDX...
Page 147 Use the hazard Pushing this button also turns the warning lights if you need to park in mirror heaters on or off. For more a dangerous area near heavy traffic, information, see page 179. or if your vehicle is disabled. 2010 ZDX...
Page 148: Instrument Panel Brightness
‘‘AUTO INTERIOR increase the brightness and the － after you finish adjusting. ILLUMINATION,’’ see page button to decrease it. The brightness more information. can be set differently for when the headlights are on, and when they are off. 2010 ZDX...
Page 149: Steering Wheel Adjustments
Adjust the steering wheel only Move the steering wheel in, out, up, when the vehicle is stopped. or down by pushing and holding the adjustment switch in that direction. CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 150 (or the vehicle is in ON mode on The steering wheel automatically models with keyless access system). moves fully up to let you know the Steering wheel movement is also system is reset. controlled by the driving position memory system (see page 180). 2010 ZDX...
Page 151: Keys And Locks
VALET KEY have to get a lost key replaced. Use Push NUMBER WITH REMOTE only Acura-approved key blanks. TRANSMITTER These keys contain electronic circuits that are activated by the immobilizer system. They will not work to start the engine if the circuits are damaged.
Page 152 Use not operate may prevent the engine only Acura-approved key blanks. from starting. The key may come in contact with your finger while being retracted or extended.
Page 153: Immobilizer System
ON mode is the equivalent of Always take the ignition key with you ON (II). See page for ignition whenever you leave the vehicle alone. switch and power mode comparison. 2010 ZDX...
Page 154: Ignition Switch
Several of the the ignition switch. (I), ON (II), and START (III). indicators on the instrument panel come on as a test when you turn the ignition switch from the ACCESSORY (I) to the ON (II) position. 2010 ZDX...
Page 155: Door Locks
When the door is unlocked, you can see the red indicator on the lock tab above the inner door handle. CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 156 (see page 455). To change the ‘‘KEY AND REMOTE UNLOCK MODE’’ setting, see page 132. To lock any passenger's door when getting out of the vehicle, pull the lock tab rearward and close the door. 2010 ZDX...
Page 157 Park (P) position. position of the lock tab. To open the from getting into the interior. See door, push the lock tab forward and Carbon Monoxide Hazard on page use the outside door handle. CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
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Page 159 The vehicle is parked on a steep properly. ● Make sure everyone is clear hill. before closing the power tailgate. When the vehicle is swayed in a ● strong wind. CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 160 With this message shown on the the back of the tailgate. multi-information display, you can still open or close the tailgate manually. 2010 ZDX...
Page 161: Remote Transmitter
This button with the remote transmitter before 30 does not work if any door or tailgate seconds have elapsed, the light(s) is open or if the key is in the ignition will go off immediately. switch. CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 162 30 seconds. To cancel panic mode, press any other button on the remote transmitter, or turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position. Panic mode does not work when the key is in the ignition switch. 2010 ZDX...
Page 163 Phillips-head screwdriver. flat-tip screwdriver. NOTE: Be careful when removing this screw as the head of the screw can strip out. 2. Separate the keypad from the transmitter by pushing any button from outside. CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 164 (see page 277). remote transmitter activates the interference, and (2) this device must Climate control settings keyless memory settings related to accept any interference that may cause ● undesired operation of the device. (see page 221). that remote transmitter. 2010 ZDX...
Page 165 LOCK (0); seat up or down. ACCESSORY mode is the equivalent of ACCESSORY (I); and ON mode is the equivalent of ON (II). See page for ignition switch and power Raises or lowers the seat. mode comparison. CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 166 The driver's seat includes a memory feature. Two seat positions can be stored in separate memories. You can then select a memorized position by pushing the appropriate memory button. Refer to page for how to memorize and select the seat positions. 2010 ZDX...
Page 167 To lower the restraint, push pull it up from the rear by hand. the release button sideways, and Make sure the head restraint locks in push the restraint down. position when you lower or raise it. CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 168 Make sure the head restraint locks in push the tilt button, then fold the position when you reinstall it. head restraint backward. Push the release button, then pull the restraint out of the seat-back. 2010 ZDX...
Page 169 Only use genuine Acura ● severe collision, have the vehicle replacement head restraints. inspected by an Acura dealer. The driver's and front passenger's seats have active head restraints. If the vehicle is struck severely from the rear, the occupant properly...
Page 170 2. Lower the head restraints to their into the pocket in the rear seat- lowest positions. back. 3. Unlock the seat-back by pulling up the handle on the outer side of each rear seat-back. 4. Fold the seat-back forward. 2010 ZDX...
Page 171 LO by pushing are secured. Loose items can fly the left side of the switch. This will forward and cause injury if you have keep the seat warm. to brake hard (See Carrying Cargo on page 465). CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 172 The passenger seat only has causing hard starting. heaters in the seat bottom because of the side airbag system. A multi-information display message may inform you when the battery charge is getting low. See page more information. 2010 ZDX...
Page 173 To shut ventilation button until the indicators down the heater, press the seat may inform you when the battery go off. charge is getting low. See page heater button until the indicators go off. more information. 2010 ZDX...
Page 174 ON (II) position to use seat heaters. Models equipped with the keyless access system have an engine start/ stop button instead of an ignition switch. ON mode is the equivalent of ON (II). For more information, see pages and 196. 2010 ZDX...
Page 175 The window automatically goes down all the way. To stop the window from going all the way down, pull back on the window switch briefly. CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 176: Power Windows
10 minutes after opening and will continue moving you turn off the ignition switch (set to the full open position. VEHICLE OFF mode on models with keyless access system). Opening either front door cancels this function. 2010 ZDX...
Page 177 4. To open the windows and You can open and close the windows, panoramic glass roof further, turn panoramic glass roof, and sunshades and hold the key again (within 20 with the key in the driver's door lock. seconds of step 2). CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 178 Use the switch on the front ceiling to operate the panoramic glass roof and the sunshades. The panoramic glass roof can be tilted up in the back for ventilation, or it can be slid back to open. 2010 ZDX...
Page 179 Pull the switch back firmly a second time, then release it. The panoramic glass roof will automatically open all the way. To stop the panoramic glass roof or the sunshades from opening, push the switch briefly. CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 180 You can use the remote transmitter/ the parking brake is fully released keyless access remote or the key/ (see page 66). built-in key to operate the panoramic glass roof and sunshade from the outside. Refer to page for details. 2010 ZDX...
Page 181 When it is on, the mirror darkens when it senses the headlights of a vehicle behind you, then returns to normal visibility when the lights are gone. Press the button again to turn off this feature. CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 182 To turn the feature off, place the (II) position. ● switch in the center position. 2. Move the selector switch to L Outside mirror positions can be (driver's side) or R (passenger's stored in the driving position side). memory system (see page 180). 2010 ZDX...
Page 183 The indicator in the button comes on as a reminder. Press the button again to turn the heaters off. Pressing this button also turns the rear window defogger on and off. 2010 ZDX...
Page 184: Driving Position Memory System
(Driver 1 or Driver 2). Models equipped with the keyless access system have an engine start/stop button instead of an ignition switch. ON mode is the equivalent of ON (II). See page for ignition switch and power mode comparison. 2010 ZDX...
Page 185 On models with keyless access you hear two beeps. The indicator system in the memory button will come on. The current positions of the Change the power mode from ON. ● driver's seat, steering wheel, and outside mirrors are now stored. CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 186 To change the ‘‘MEMORY go out. To keep this driving position POSITION LINK’’ setting, see page for later use, you must store it in the 115. driving position memory. 2010 ZDX...
Page 187: Keyless Access System
Make sure the driver always carries Use only Acura-approved key blanks. The system may not work if: the remote/built-in key set. The battery of the remote is weak.
Page 188 You can lock/unlock the doors doors and glove box. within about a 32 inch (about 80 cm) radius from the outside door handle. You can open the tailgate within about a 32 inch (about 80 cm) radius from the tailgate release switch. 2010 ZDX...
Page 189 To unlock the remaining doors and the tailgate, press the UNLOCK button on the remote or the rear of the master door lock switch on the driver's door. CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 190 The vehicle battery is dead. ● DOOR LOCK BUTTON When you press the door lock button on the front door, all the doors and the tailgate will lock. Before locking the doors, make sure the remote is not inside the vehicle. 2010 ZDX...
Page 191 The remote battery is dead. ● the handle to make sure the doors are actually locked. The door unlock The vehicle battery is dead. ● sensors will not operate for about 2 seconds after the doors are locked. CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 192 Press the TAILGATE button on ● and you are carrying the remote, all lock all doors. the remote. the doors unlock and the tailgate opens. Pull the tailgate release switch ● (when carrying the remote if the doors are locked). 2010 ZDX...
Page 193 Some exterior lights will flash. When you push the LOCK button twice within 5 seconds, you will hear a beep to verify that the doors and the tailgate are locked and the security system is set. CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 194 ACKNOWLEDGMENT’’ setting, see page 133. PANIC－Press this button for about 2 seconds to attract attention: the horn will sound and the exterior lights will flash for about 30 seconds. To cancel panic mode, press any other button on the remote. 2010 ZDX...
Page 195 (2) this confirm local regulations for battery device must accept any interference 2. Remove the upper half by carefully disposal. that may cause undesired operation prying on the edge with a coin. of the device. CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 196 (see the navigation system When you unlock the door with your manual). remote, each remote activates the keyless memory settings related to that remote. The driver's ID (Driver 1 or Driver 2) is shown on the back of each remote. 2010 ZDX...
Page 197 The engine may not start if the malfunctions may occur, if the remote is subjected to strong radio remote is outside the vehicle. waves. Also, the engine may not start if the remote is too close to the windows. CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 198 OFF (LOCK), ACCESSORY, and this button when the vehicle is stopped. You can start the engine at any time by pressing the engine start/stop button, while pressing the brake pedal, with the shift lever in Park or neutral position. 2010 ZDX...
Page 199 : Press the engine start/stop button. power mode. For more information, : Press the engine start/stop button without the shift lever in P. refer to page 203. : Shift to Park, then press the engine start/stop button. CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 200: Ignition Switch And Power Mode Comparison
All electrical to ON after the engine ● The steering wheel is the audio system and components can be starts. ● locked. accessory power used. No electrical sockets can be ● components can be operated. used. 2010 ZDX...
Page 201 TURN ACCESSORY ON:’’ message will be shown after three seconds. 2. Depress the brake pedal and press The display switches between the the engine start/stop button. ‘‘TO START ENGINE:’’ and ‘‘TO TURN ACCESSORY ON:’’ messages every three seconds. CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 202 The engine stops To unlock the steering wheel, apply and the power mode switches from force by turning it left and right while ON to VEHICLE OFF (LOCK). pressing the engine start/stop button at the same time. 2010 ZDX...
Page 203 ‘‘SHIFT TO PARK’’ message on ACCESSORY to VEHICLE OFF the multi-information display if you (LOCK). press the engine start/stop button to turn the vehicle off with the shift lever in any other position except P (Park). CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 204 NOT lock. If the vehicle is stopped You can verify if the power is off by and in Park, the power mode will checking the engine start/stop change to OFF, however, the button LED indicator. steering wheel may NOT lock. 2010 ZDX...
Page 205 Make sure that you carry the remote with the power mode ON, the inside and outside beepers sound and a with you when you operate the ‘‘KEYLESS REMOTE NOT engine start/stop button. DETECTED’’ message will be displayed on the multi-information display. CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 206 2 years. To ensure possible. maximum battery life, do not store the remote close to electrical devices such as computers or TVs. When the multi-information display shows ‘‘CHANGE KEYLESS REMOTE BATTERY,’’ replace the battery as soon as possible (see page 191). 2010 ZDX...
Page 207 To cancel the system, turn the keyless access system main switch off by pushing it down. CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 208 The indicator comes on after the The indicator comes on and stays ● ● engine has started. on in any power mode. 2010 ZDX...
Page 209 If the remote battery becomes ● weak and the power door lock/ unlock operation is disabled. When the keyless access remote ● system main switch in the glove box is set to off. CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 210 ‘‘INSERT KEYLESS REMOTE INTO SLOT’’ message on the multi- information display in the following situations: When the keyless access system ● main switch (see page 203) is off. When the keyless access remote is ● not in the vehicle. 2010 ZDX...
Page 211 To avoid damaging the remote and the built-in key, never pull on the built-in key unless you are pressing the release button. The keyless access system uses an electric field to identify the remote. 2010 ZDX...
Page 212: Interior Lights
( When you press the DOOR button, the indicator in the button comes on After all doors and the tailgate are as a reminder. closed tightly, the lights dim slightly, then fade out in about 30 seconds. 2010 ZDX...
Page 213 ON (II) can be turned on by pushing each position. map light button ( ). Push the button again to turn it off. CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 214 In addition to the courtesy lights on you open the tailgate. In the ON the ceiling, the ambient foot lights position, it stays on continuously. come on. 2010 ZDX...
Page 215 Your vehicle has a keyless access remote slot light. The light comes on when you: Open any door. ● Set the vehicle mode to VEHICLE ● OFF (LOCK). Remove the keyless access remote ● from the keyless access remote slot. 2010 ZDX...
Page 216: Interior Convenience Items
Interior Convenience Items DOOR POCKET VANITY MIRROR CONSOLE COMPARTMENT BEVERAGE SUNGLASSES HOLDER HOLDER COAT HOOK SUN VISOR STORAGE COMPARTMENT CARGO HOOKS AUXILIARY INPUT JACK/ USB ADAPTER CABLE GLOVE BOX SIDE POCKET ACCESSORY POWER SOCKETS ARMREST/BEVERAGE HOLDER UNDER FLOOR STORAGE 2010 ZDX...
Page 217 Spilled liquids can damage the upholstery, carpeting, and electrical components in the interior. CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 218 To use the storage compartment, pull The console compartment light the handle and open the lid. comes on when the parking lights To reinstall the lid, set the lid into the are on. floor base and close the lid until it latches. 2010 ZDX...
Page 219 It will unlatch and swing passenger is wearing the seat down. To close it, push it until it belt. latches. Make sure the holder is closed while you are driving. Always keep the glove box closed while driving. CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 220 Do not use the extended sun visor over the inside mirror. Make sure you put the sun visor back in place when you are getting into or out of the vehicle. 2010 ZDX...
Page 221 ACCESSORY (I), and latches. To close it, push forward ON mode is the equivalent of ON until it unlatches. (II). See page for ignition switch and power mode comparison. CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 222 120 watts or less (10 amps). None of the sockets will power an automotive type cigarette lighter element. Make sure to put the socket cover back in place to prevent any small foreign objects from getting into the socket. 2010 ZDX...
Page 223 .......... Disc Changer Error Message system) AcuraLink (U.S. models only) ® Playing an iPod (Models with Rearview Mirror with Rearview (Models without navigation ® ................system) navigation system) Camera Display 2010 ZDX...
Page 224: Climate Control System
PASSENGER'S SIDE DRIVER'S SIDE TEMPERATURE TEMPERATURE CONTROL SWITCH CONTROL SWITCH SYNC BUTTON RECIRCULATION BUTTON REAR DEFROST AND HEATED MIRROR BUTTON A/C (AIR CONDITIONING) WINDSHIELD DEFROSTER BUTTON BUTTON ON/OFF BUTTON FAN CONTROL BAR Model with navigation system is shown. 2010 ZDX...
Page 225 The system automatically selects the proper mix of conditioned and/or heated air that will, as quickly as possible, raise or lower the interior temperature to your preference. The system also dehumidifies the interior. CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 226 (GPS). If the appropriate side mode control one side of the vehicle is getting too button. This will take the mode much sun, the system lowers the control out of AUTO mode. temperature only on that side. 2010 ZDX...
Page 227 AUTO in the display to go out. Fan Control ▲ side of the bar to Press the increase the fan speed and airflow. ▼ side of the bar to Press the decrease it. CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 228 Airflow is divided between the Switch to recirculation mode when floor and corner vents and the driving through dusty or smoky defroster vents at the base of the conditions, then return to fresh air windshield. mode. 2010 ZDX...
Page 229 To close the vents, rotate the wheel on the side of corner vent. When you turn off by pressing the button again, the system returns to its former settings. CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 230 When you set the temperature to its lower or upper limit, it is displayed as REAR FLOOR AIR DUCTS 2010 ZDX...
Page 231 The climate control system has two automatically changing the mode to sensors: a sunlight sensor on top of defrost. the dashboard, and a temperature and humidity sensor next to the steering column. Do not cover the sensors or spill any liquid on them. 2010 ZDX...
Page 232: Audio System
Read the appropriate pages With navigation system Without navigation system (as shown below) to use your vehicle's audio system. For vehicles without navigation system, see pages through 276. For vehicles with navigation system, see pages through 364. 2010 ZDX...
Page 233 The knob turns left and right. Use it mode. to scroll through lists, or to make selections or adjustments to a list or menu item on the display. When you make a selection, push the center of the selector (ENTER) to go to that selection. 2010 ZDX...
Page 234 Playing the AM/FM Radio (Models without navigation system) DISPLAY VOL/ꂻ (VOLUME/POWER) KNOB TITLE BUTTON AM/FM BUTTON PRESET BUTTONS SKIP BAR CATEGORY BAR TUNE BAR SCAN/A.SEL (AUTOSELECT) RETURN BUTTON SETUP BUTTON SELECTOR KNOB ꂼ/ꂽ (SOUND) BUTTON 2010 ZDX...
Page 235 SKIP － The skip function searches up and down from the current frequency to find a station with a strong signal. To activate it, press the side of the SKIP bar, then release it. CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 236 FM. cannot find a strong station for that preset button. If you do not like the stations auto select has stored, you can store other frequencies on the preset buttons as previously described. 2010 ZDX...
Page 237 With the system on, you will see the ‘‘RDS INFO ON’’ message on the display. If the station you are listening to is an RDS station, the displayed frequency switches to the station name. CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 238 RDS. Press either side (－ or TRAFFIC: Traffic information ＋) of the CATEGORY bar to display and select an RDS category. The principal RDS categories are shown as follows: 2010 ZDX...
Page 239 SCAN button again. If the system does not find a station, ‘‘NOTHING’’ will be blinking for about 5 seconds, then the system goes back to the last selected station. CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 240 Turn the selector knob to select an appropriate setting: Bass, Treble, Fader, Balance, Center, Subwoofer, and SVC (speed-sensitive volume compensation). Press the selector (ENTER) knob to enter the setting, then turn the selector knob to adjust the setting. 2010 ZDX...
Page 241 SVC LOW, SVC MID, and SVC HIGH. Turn the selector knob to adjust the setting to your liking. If you feel the sound is too loud, choose low. If you feel the sound is too quiet, choose high. 2010 ZDX...
Page 242 Playing the XM Radio (Models without navigation system) ® DISPLAY VOL/ꂻ (VOLUME/POWER) KNOB TITLE BUTTON XM BUTTON PRESET BUTTONS SKIP BAR CATEGORY BAR TUNE BAR SCAN/A.SEL (AUTOSELECT) RETURN BUTTON SETUP BUTTON SELECTOR KNOB ꂼ/ꂽ (SOUND) BUTTON 2010 ZDX...
Page 243 Classical, etc., you can select all of category. the channels within that category. Each time you press and release the TITLE button, the display changes in the following sequence: name off, category name, name, and title. CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 244 (ENTER) to set that channel. Press and hold the your selection or press the RETURN button until you hear a beep. button to keep current selection. 4. Repeat steps 2 and 3 to store the first six channels. 2010 ZDX...
Page 245 ‘‘ ’’ － The selected channel number does not exist, is not part of your subscription, or this channel has no artist or title information at this time. CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 246 Driving on the north side of a large ● of you. 50 ft. (15 m) to the south of you. commercial truck on an east/west road. Driving on the lower level of a ● multi-tiered road. Driving in tunnels. ● 2010 ZDX...
Page 247 To get Radio. In Canada, contact XM ꭂ your radio I.D. number, press the CANADA button, then turn the selector knob until ‘‘CH 000’’ appears in the display. Your I.D. will appear in the display. 2010 ZDX...
Page 248 Playing Discs (Models without navigation system) DISPLAY VOL/ꂻ (VOLUME/POWER) KNOB TITLE BUTTON DISC BUTTON PRESET BUTTONS SKIP BAR CATEGORY BAR TUNE BAR SCAN/A.SEL (AUTOSELECT) RETURN BUTTON SELECTOR KNOB SETUP BUTTON ꂼ/ꂽ (SOUND) BUTTON DISC SLOT DISC EJECT BUTTON DISC LOAD BUTTON 2010 ZDX...
Page 249 A disc compressed in AAC format The label can curl up and cause the cannot be played in this audio disc to jam in the unit. system. Video CDs and DVDs do not work in this unit. CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 250 The display shows up to 17 blinks as the disc is loaded. sequence. It then plays the disc just characters of selected text data (the loaded. folder name, file name, etc.). 2010 ZDX...
Page 251 6). If you select an empty MP3 or WMA. position, the system will go into the loading sequence (see page 246). When you insert a disc, and the ● system begins to play. CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 252 MODE.’’ Press the selector knob to skip to the beginning of the same knob to select a track/file. (ENTER) to set the selection. previous folder. Press the selector knob (ENTER) to set your selection. 2010 ZDX...
Page 253 You will see REPEAT ONE FLD icon in the display. The system again. continuously replays the current folder. Select NORMAL PLAY to turn it off. Selecting a different folder with the CATEGORY bar also turns off the repeat feature. CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 254 (see page 248). FLD icon in the display. The system will then select and play files randomly. This continues until you deactivate folder random play by selecting NORMAL PLAY, or you select a different folder with the CATEGORY bar. 2010 ZDX...
Page 255 You can also select the folder scan SCAN side of the bar again. feature from the menu items with the selector knob (see page 248). CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 256 Press the USB/AUX button to switch to an appropriate audio unit (if it is connected to the auxiliary input jack or the USB adapter cable). Press the DISC button again to switch back to the disc changer. 2010 ZDX...
Page 257 365. disc in that position. If you do not remove the disc from the changer within 10 seconds, the disc will reload into the slot. Then the system returns to the previous mode (AM, FM, or XM Radio). 2010 ZDX...
Page 258 Insert a different disc. If the new disc plays, there is a problem with the first disc. If the error message cycle repeats and you cannot clear it, take your vehicle to a dealer. 2010 ZDX...
Page 259 Playing an iPod (Models without navigation system) ® DISPLAY VOL/ꂻ (VOLUME/POWER) KNOB TITLE BUTTON DISC BUTTON USB/AUX BUTTON SKIP BAR TUNE BAR RETURN BUTTON SELECTOR KNOB SETUP BUTTON ꂼ/ꂽ (SOUND) BUTTON CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 260 Ver. 2.1.1 or more 2nd generation or charged via the USB adapter. If iPhone Ver. 2.1.0 or more this is the case, use the accessory adapter to supply power to your iPhone 3G Ver. 2.1.0 or more device. 2010 ZDX...
Page 261 1. Pull out the USB connector from the holder. 3. Install the dock connector to the USB adapter cable securely. If the iPod indicator does not appear in the audio display, check the connections, and try to reconnect the iPod a few times. CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 262 Push the selector right or the left also changes the file. knob (ENTER) to switch the display to an iPod menu, then turn the selector knob to select a desired list. Press ENTER to set your selection. 2010 ZDX...
Page 263 ‘‘PLAY MODE.’’ Press Pressing the RETURN button goes ENTER to set the selection. back to the previous display and pressing the SETUP button cancels this setting mode. CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 264 ENTER again. plays all available files in a selected list (playlists, artists, albums or songs) in random order. You will see SHUFFLE ALL icon in the display. Select NORMAL PLAY or SHUFFLE OFF to turn off this feature. 2010 ZDX...
Page 265 NOTE: left off, depending on what mode the Available operating functions vary on iPod is in when it is reconnected. models or versions. Some functions may not be available on the vehicle's audio system. CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 266 Playing an iPod (Models without navigation system) ® iPod Error Messages If you see an error message in the display, see page 263. 2010 ZDX...
Page 267 The system cannot read the file(s). Check the files in the iPod. There is a UNPLAYABLE FILE possibility that the files have been damaged. dealer. Appears when an unsupported iPod is inserted. UNSUPPORTED VER 2010 ZDX...
Page 268 Playing a USB Flash Memory Device (Models without navigation system) DISPLAY VOL/ꂻ (VOLUME/POWER) KNOB TITLE BUTTON DISC BUTTON USB/AUX BUTTON SKIP BAR TUNE BAR RETURN BUTTON SELECTOR KNOB SETUP BUTTON ꂼ/ꂽ (SOUND) BUTTON 2010 ZDX...
Page 269 (such as devices with security lock- or charged via the USB adapter, if out features, etc.) will not work in this is the case use the accessory this audio unit. adapter to supply power to your device. CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 270 In WMA or AAC format, DRM (digital rights management) files cannot be played. If the system finds a DRM file, the audio unit displays UNPLAYABLE FILE, and then skips to the next file. 2010 ZDX...
Page 271 Press the ＋ side to skip to the next file. Press ENTER to set your folder, or press the － side to skip to selection. the beginning of the previous folder. CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 272 SETUP button and the selector knob. Push the SETUP button to display the menu items, then turn the selector knob to select ‘‘PLAY MODE.’’ Press the selector knob (ENTER) to set the selection. 2010 ZDX...
Page 273 RANDOM IN FLD icon in the display. Select ‘‘NORMAL PLAY’’ to ENTER again. turn it off. RANDOM ALL － This feature plays all files in all folder in random order. Select ‘‘NORMAL PLAY’’ to turn it off. CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 274 CATEGORY or memory device at any time even if SKIP bar also turns off the feature. the USB mode is selected on the audio system. Make sure to follow the USB flash memory device’s instructions when you remove it. 2010 ZDX...
Page 275 USB flash memory device connection has not been established. Reconnect your USB UNSUPPORTED flash memory device. Files in the USB flash memory device are RDM or an unsupported format. This error UNPLAYABLE FILE message appears for a few seconds, then the next song plays. 2010 ZDX...
Page 276 Bluetooth Audio System (Models without navigation system) ® DISPLAY VOL/ꂻ (VOLUME/POWER) KNOB TITLE BUTTON DISC BUTTON USB/AUX BUTTON SKIP BAR TUNE BAR RETURN BUTTON SELECTOR KNOB SETUP BUTTON ꂼ/ꂽ (SOUND) BUTTON 2010 ZDX...
Page 277 CONNECT’’ on the display. This display shows ‘‘NO CONNECT’’ functions while driving. message will go off when the phone message. is recognized, then the system The phone is not linked to HFL. ● begins to play. CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 278 The resume/pause mode can stop ENTER to set your selection. Repeat playing a file temporarily. Press the to resume play. SETUP button to display the audio settings. NOTE: The pause function may not be available on some phone devices. 2010 ZDX...
Page 279 Turn the selector to select a desired sound mode, then press ENTER to set your selection. Turn the selector to your liking (see page for more sound setting information). CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 280 This device complies with Industry Canada Standard RSS-210. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. 2010 ZDX...
Page 281 The selector can be pushed left, right, up, down, and in. Use the selector to scroll through lists, to select menus, and to highlight menu items. When you make a selection, push the center of the selector (ENTER) to go to that selection. 2010 ZDX...
Page 282 Playing the AM/FM Radio (Models with navigation system) NAVIGATION SCREEN VOL/ꂻ (VOLUME/POWER) KNOB PRESET BUTTONS DISPLAY ꂼ/ꂽ (SOUND) BUTTON AM/FM BUTTON SKIP BAR CATEGORY BAR TUNE BAR SCAN/TITLE BAR AUDIO BUTTON 2010 ZDX...
Page 283 AM/FM button. Adjust the volume by turning the VOL/ knob. Your vehicle has the engine start/ stop button instead of an ignition switch. For more information to select the power mode, see page 195. CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 284 Scan, then selector, and turn the interface dial to press ENTER on the interface the desired frequency. To exit the selector. TUNE mode, press ENTER on the interface selector, then push the interface selector up to go back. 2010 ZDX...
Page 285 1. Select the desired band, AM or signal stations in the local area. FM. FM1 and FM2 let you store six stations each. 2. Use the tune, skip (seek), scan, or RDS function to tune the radio to a desired station. CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 286 You will see ‘‘0’’ displayed if auto select cannot find a strong station for every preset button (icon). If you do not like the stations auto select has stored, you can store other frequencies on the preset buttons (icons) as previously described. 2010 ZDX...
Page 287 The principal If the station you are listening to is RDS categories are shown as follows: not an RDS station, the audio screen and the display continue to show the frequency. CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 288 TRAFFIC: Traffic information RDS category by pressing the interface selector to the left or the right. Press ENTER to set your selection. If you do nothing while the RDS category is selected, the selected category is canceled. 2010 ZDX...
Page 289 Press ENTER on the interface and the display, and the system will selector. The screen shows you the go back to the last selected station. RDS category list. Turn the interface dial to the desired RDS category. CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 290 RDS search on the audio menu. Press ENTER on the interface selector. The screen shows you the RDS category list. Turn the interface dial to the desired RDS category. 2010 ZDX...
Page 291 The display shows up to 64 interface dial. Push the interface characters on the selected RDS selector down, and turn the interface station. dial to select Read Radio Text. Press ENTER on the interface selector to enter the setting. CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 292 You can check the level on the navigation screen or on the display. When the level reaches the center, you will see ‘‘C’’ in the display. 2010 ZDX...
Page 293 If you feel the sound is too quiet, choose high. If the fader adjustment is set to F9 (maximum front level), the subwoofer is turned off. If the fader is set to R9 (maximum rear level), the center speaker is off. CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 294 DISC, XM, HDD Audio, and AUX sources. To set this feature on or off, select Dolby PL II, and press ENTER on the interface selector. Rotate the interface dial to ON or OFF, and press ENTER. 2010 ZDX...
Page 295 Playing the XM Radio (Models with navigation system) ® NAVIGATION SCREEN VOL/ꂻ (VOLUME/POWER) KNOB PRESET BUTTONS DISPLAY ꂼ/ꂽ (SOUND) BUTTON XM BUTTON SKIP BAR CATEGORY BAR TUNE BAR SCAN/TITLE BAR AUDIO BUTTON CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 296 XM display. radio. The last channel you listened to will show in the audio screen (if selected) and the center display. Adjust the volume by turning the VOL/ knob. 2010 ZDX...
Page 297 In the channel selections. Press the side of the mode, you can select all of the bar for higher numbered channels available channels. and the side for lower numbered channels. You can also change channels with the interface selector. CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 298 Channel Scan and press 1. Press the button. Either ENTER on the interface selector. XM1 or XM2 will show on the display. 2. Use the tune, channel list, or scan function to tune to a desired channel. 2010 ZDX...
Page 299 ‘‘CHECK ANTENNA’’ － There is a XM Radio Display Messages problem with the XM antenna. ‘‘OFF AIR’’ － The channel Please consult your dealer. currently selected is no longer broadcasting. CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 300 Driving in tunnels. ● of you. 50 ft. (15 m) to the south of you. Driving on the lower level of a ● multi-tiered road. 2010 ZDX...
Page 301 Note, then information. The system can store up press ENTER. to 30 sound files. If you continue to store more files, the oldest one will be deleted each time you add new file. CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 302 30 minutes. the song. To delete a file, push the interface selector to the right to select ‘‘DELETE.’’ Select ‘‘Delete All’’ or ‘‘Delete Selected Item,’’ then press ENTER on the interface selector. 2010 ZDX...
Page 303 XM Radio will continue to send an activation signal to your vehicle for at least 12 hours from the activation request. If the service has not been activated after 36 hours, contact XM Radio. In Canada, contact ꭂ XM CANADA 2010 ZDX...
Page 304 Playing a Disc (Models with navigation system) NAVIGATION SCREEN DISC BUTTON VOL/ꂻ (VOLUME/POWER) KNOB PRESET BUTTONS DISPLAY SKIP BAR CATEGORY BAR TUNE BAR SCAN/TITLE BAR AUDIO BUTTON DISC SLOT EJECT BUTTON 2010 ZDX...
Page 305 MP3/WMA/AAC files, you can You cannot load and play 3-inch (8- choose the format to listen to by cm) discs in this system. pressing and holding the DISC button until you hear a beep. CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 306 Digital Surround are registered on the screen. If the disc was not trademarks and the DTS logos and recorded with this information, it will Symbol are trademarks of DTS, Inc. not be displayed. © 1996-2008 DTS, Inc. All Rights Reserved. 2010 ZDX...
Page 307 If there are no track names, you will see ‘‘No Title’’ CDs, see page 315. displayed. Turn the interface dial to select the desired track, then press ENTER on the interface selector. CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 308 Turn the interface dial to Push the interface selector down select Repeat icon, and press ENTER while playing a disc. Turn the on the interface selector. interface dial to select Random on the AUDIO MENU, and press ENTER on the interface selector. 2010 ZDX...
Page 309 To activate scan, press the SCAN side of the SCAN/TITLE bar, or push the interface selector down while playing a disc. Turn the interface dial to select Scan on the AUDIO MENU, and press ENTER on the interface selector. CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 310 3500 DVD-R DVD-RW Your vehicle has the engine start/ ꭧ: Including Root folder stop button instead of an ignition switch. For more information on how to turn the power mode off, see page 194. 2010 ZDX...
Page 311 The folder list in the currently dial to select a desired file, then playing disc will appear on the press ENTER. screen. If the root folder has some additional folders in the lower layer, they will be listed on the screen. CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 312 ENTER on the interface selector. selector. Turn the interface dial to Turn the interface dial to select the select the folder repeat icon, and folder random icon, and press press ENTER on the interface ENTER on the interface selector. selector. 2010 ZDX...
Page 313 Scan on the AUDIO MENU, then press ENTER. Turn the dial to select the scan icon, then press ENTER. The system begins to play a file for about 10 seconds, and continues to sample the remaining files. CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 314 10 seconds. After playing the first file of the last folder, the system plays normally. To turn this feature off, turn the interface dial to select OFF icon, and press ENTER on the interface selector. The last track sampled begins to play. 2010 ZDX...
Page 315 Will disappear when the temperature returns to High Temperature normal. new disc plays, there is a problem with the first disc. If the error message cycle repeats and you cannot clear it, take your vehicle to a dealer. 2010 ZDX...
Page 316 Playing Hard Disc Drive (HDD) Audio (Models with navigation system) NAVIGATION SCREEN VOL/ꂻ (VOLUME/POWER) KNOB DISPLAY HDD BUTTON CATEGORY BAR SKIP BAR TUNE BAR SCAN/TITLE BAR AUDIO BUTTON INTERFACE DIAL 2010 ZDX...
Page 317 – DVD-A Data is recorded using ultra- ● – CD-R/RW efficient compression technology, – DVD-R/RW therefore, sound quality may vary slightly from the original. – Copy controlled CDs (Playback cannot be guaranteed) – DTS-CDs (Only enabled for playback) CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 318 325. recorded. The maximum number of original playlists that can be stored to the HDD is 999, with 99 songs on each playlist. Each album name on the music CD is counted as a playlist. 2010 ZDX...
Page 319 Rec icon: Now recording genre. Rec ready icon: Next to be recorded Ripped Date: Album titles are Rec done icon: Recording finished arranged by date of recording. For more information on how to search for music, see page 321. CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 320 Tracks from music CDs are ● recorded at four times the playback speed. You can listen to tracks as they are being recorded. Repeat, random and scan functions ● are not available during recording. 2010 ZDX...
Page 321 ENTER on the interface selector. interface selector. down on the HDD screen. Turn the interface dial to select HDD Setup and press ENTER. Turn the interface dial to select Ripping, and press ENTER on the interface selector. CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 322 Otherwise, the previous track is selected. If you press this bar during the first song, the last song is selected. The next song is selected. If you press this bar during the last song, the first song is selected. 2010 ZDX...
Page 323 Turn the interface dial to select Repeat on the HDD AUDIO MENU, and press ENTER on the interface selector. Turn the interface dial to select the repeat icon, then press ENTER on the interface selector. CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 324 Turn the interface selector. interface dial to select Scan on the Turn the interface dial to select the HDD AUDIO MENU, and press track random icon, and press ENTER ENTER on the interface selector. on the interface selector. 2010 ZDX...
Page 325 Shuffles the playback of all tracks that have been recorded on HDD. To shuffle all tracks, push the interface selector up to display the Search music by screen, and then push the interface selector down. Shuffled playback begins. CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 326 If you push the interface selector right or left, you can change the Turn the interface dial to select the alphabet tag. artist you want to listen to, and press ENTER on the interface selector. 2010 ZDX...
Page 327 Tracks. Press ENTER on the interface selector, and the track list will be displayed in alphabetical order. Turn the interface dial to select a track you want to listen to, then press ENTER on the interface selector. CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 328 Turn the interface dial to select the Turn the interface dial to select the playlist you want to listen to, then genre you want to listen to, and then press ENTER on the interface press ENTER on the interface selector. selector. 2010 ZDX...
Page 329 The album list will be displayed. Turn the interface dial to select the album you want to listen to, then press ENTER on the selector. The first track on the selected album begins to play. CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 330 4. Turn the interface dial and select press ENTER. Edit Music Info., then press ENTER on the interface selector. 5. Turn the interface dial to select Edit Track Order, then press ENTER on the interface selector. 2010 ZDX...
Page 331 (album name). Refer the User Playlist. to the Music Search function on page for how to select a playlist or an album. Push the interface selector down to display AUDIO MENU for a selected playlist or album. CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 332 6. After inputting the name, push the the interface selector down to interface selector down to select display AUDIO MENU for a selected track. 7. You will be returned to the Edit music Info. screen for the Original Playlist or User Playlist. 2010 ZDX...
Page 333 4. Input the new track name on the Edit a track name screen. 5. After inputting the name, push the selector down to select OK. 6. You will be returned to the Edit music Info. screen of the Original Playlist. CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 334 ENTER. ENTER on the interface selector in 7. You will be returned to the Edit Edit an artist name screen. music Info. screen. 8. Push the CANCEL button or the AUDIO button. The screen returns to the playlist. 2010 ZDX...
Page 335 3. Turn the interface dial to select Edit Genre, then press ENTER on the interface selector in Select a genre screen. 4. On the Select a genre screen, turn the interface dial and select genre, and then press ENTER on the interface selector. CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 336 3. The Edit music Info. is displayed. Select Delete Track and press ENTER on the interface selector. 4. Select OK to confirm you want to delete the track. You will be returned to the Playback screen for the Original Playlist or User Playlist. 2010 ZDX...
Page 337 ENTER on the interface selector. 4. The Confirmation is displayed. Select OK and then press ENTER on the interface selector. You will be returned to the Playback screen for the Original Playlist or User Playlist. CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 338 ENTER on the interface selector. 3. On the Playlist screen, turn the interface dial and select a desired User Playlist, then press ENTER on the interface selector. You will be returned to the Playback screen for the Original Playlist or User Playlist. 2010 ZDX...
Page 339 Database) that is included with the navigation system. NOTE: Consult your dealer, or visit www. acura.com (in U.S.), or www.acura.ca (in Canada), to acquire updated files. 1. Insert the update disc into the disc VERSION slot, or connect the USB flash 2.
Page 340 4. Select the item(s) you wish to information you edited before will be delete. overwritten. The trash icon appears next to the selected item(s). 5. When you are finished selecting the item(s), press the interface selector down to select OK. 2010 ZDX...
Page 341 More information about Gracenote, its features, and Music recognition technology and downloads are available at www. related data are provided by acura.com (in U.S.) or www.acura.ca ꭂ Gracenote . Gracenote is the (in Canada). industry standard in music...
Page 342 You agree that you will use the Gracenote service. Gracenote Data, the Gracenote The Gracenote Software and each Software, and Gracenote Servers for item of Gracenote Data are licensed your own personal non-commercial to you ‘‘AS IS.’’ use only. 2010 ZDX...
Page 343 CONSEQUENTIAL OR data types or categories that INCIDENTAL DAMAGES OR FOR Gracenote may provide in the future ANY LOST PROFITS OR LOST and is free to discontinue its services REVENUES. at any time. © Gracenote 2009 2010 ZDX...
Page 344 Playing an iPod (Models with navigation system) ® NAVIGATION SCREEN VOL/ꂻ (VOLUME/POWER) KNOB DISPLAY SKIP BAR USB/AUX BUTTON TUNE BAR CANCEL BUTTON AUDIO BUTTON INTERFACE DIAL 2010 ZDX...
Page 345 The system will only play songs stored on the iPod with iTunes. iPod touch Ver. 2.2.1 or more 2nd generation iPod and iTunes are registered iPhone Ver. 2.1.0 or more trademarks owned by Apple Inc. iPhone 3G Ver.2.1.0 or more CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 346 USB Some devices cannot be powered iPod a few times. ● adapter cable in the console or charged via the USB adapter. If this is the case, use the accessory compartment. adapter to supply power to your device. 2010 ZDX...
Page 347 Composers, by using the interface / or ) of the SKIP bar or the dial. TUNE bar. Push the interface selector up to display the iPod menu screen. Turn the interface dial to select a desired search method. CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 348 2. Turn the interface dial, select to the normal audio playing display. Repeat, and press ENTER on the Pressing the CANCEL button goes interface selector. back to the previous screen, and pressing the MAP button cancels the audio control display on the screen. 2010 ZDX...
Page 349 Repeat Playback is set up. 1. On the audio control screen, push the interface selector down to display AUDIO MENU. 2. Turn the interface dial, select Shuffle and press ENTER on the interface selector. CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 350 Repeat Playback is setup. 1. On the audio control screen, push the interface selector down to display AUDIO MENU. 2. Turn the interface dial, select Shuffle and press ENTER on the interface selector. 2010 ZDX...
Page 351 NO DATA, and the audio screen (if selected) shows NO DATA. If you reconnect the same iPod, the system may begin playing where it left off, depending on what mode the iPod is in when it is reconnected. 2010 ZDX...
Page 352 If you cannot clear the error message, take your vehicle to your Appears when an unsupported iPod is inserted. UNSUPPORTED dealer. Appears when the iPod cannot be authenticated. CONNECT RETRY NO SONG Appears when there are no files in the iPod. 2010 ZDX...
Page 353 Playing a USB Flash Memory Device (Models with navigation system) NAVIGATION SCREEN VOL/ꂻ (VOLUME/POWER) KNOB DISPLAY SKIP BAR USB/AUX BUTTON CATEGORY BAR TUNE BAR SCAN/TITLE BAR AUDIO BUTTON INTERFACE DIAL CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 354 Some devices cannot be powered ● or charged via the USB adapter, if this is the case use the accessory adapter to supply power to your device. 2010 ZDX...
Page 355 USB flash memory extremely degraded sound quality. device. Voice Control System You can select the AUX mode by using the voice control buttons, but cannot operate the play mode functions. CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 356 Folder Selection － To select a different folder, press and release either side of the CATEGORY bar. Press the ＋ side to skip to the next folder, and press the － side to skip to the beginning of the previous folder. 2010 ZDX...
Page 357 (folders within folders), you navigation screen. Use the interface can also see each folder on the dial to highlight the file, then press screen. ENTER to set your selection. CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 358 AUDIO MENU. interface selector down to display AUDIO MENU. 2. Turn the interface dial to select Repeat and press ENTER on the 2. Turn the interface dial to select interface selector. Repeat and press ENTER on the interface selector. 2010 ZDX...
Page 359 USB flash memory device in random order. 1. On the USB main screen, push the interface selector down to display AUDIO MENU. 2. Turn the interface dial, select Random and press ENTER on the interface selector. CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 360 TITLE bar, or push the interface 2. Turn the interface dial, select selector down to display AUDIO Random and press ENTER on the MENU. Turn the interface dial, interface selector. select the Scan icon and press ENTER on the interface selector. 2010 ZDX...
Page 361 1. On the USB main screen, press the SCAN side of the SCAN/ TITLE bar twice, or push the interface selector down to display AUDIO MENU. Turn the interface dial, select the Scan icon and press ENTER on the interface selector. CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 362 If you reconnect the same USB flash memory device while it is playing, memory device, the system will the display shows USB NO DATA, begin playing where it left off. and the audio screen(if selected) shows NO DATA. 2010 ZDX...
Page 363 Appears when there are no playable files in the USB flash memory device. NO SONG USB flash memory device is drawing too much current. Check owner's manual for BAD USB DEVICE PLEASE CHECK OWNER'S MANUAL compatible USB devices. Internal USB ROM Error. Try a different USB device. ERROR 2010 ZDX...
Page 364 Bluetooth Audio System (Models with navigation system) ® NAVIGATION SCREEN VOL/ꂻ (VOLUME/POWER) KNOB DISPLAY SKIP BAR USB/AUX BUTTON TUNE BAR SCAN/TITLE BAR AUDIO BUTTON INTERFACE DIAL 2010 ZDX...
Page 365 (if selected). NOTE: In some states it may be Push the USB/AUX button illegal to perform some data device again to play audio files from functions while driving. your Bluetooth ꭂ Audio phone. CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 366 The skip function may not be If your Bluetooth Audio compatible ® available on some devices. phone does not operate as described, make sure it is an Acura approved phone. To find out if your phone is approved, go to www.acura.com/ handsfreelink (in Canada, www.acura.
Page 367 ENTER, the system Turn the dial to select a sound setup switches between the resume mode mode, then press ENTER to set your and pause mode. selection. See page for more sound setting information. CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 368 (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must steering wheel to select another accept any interference that may cause audio mode. undesired operation of the device. Switching to another mode pauses the music playing from your phone. 2010 ZDX...
Page 369: Protecting Your Discs
When using DVD-R/RW discs, ● changer. they should meet DVD verification Do not use discs with adhesive labels. standards. The label can curl up and cause the disc to jam in the unit. CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 370 Never try to insert foreign objects in the disc changer. 2010 ZDX...
Page 371 4. Small, irregular shaped discs Bubbled/ With Label/ Using Printer Sealed With Plastic Wrinkled Sticker Label Kit Ring 3-inch (8-cm) CD Triangle Shape 2. Damaged discs 3. Poor quality discs Chipped/ Warped Burrs Cracked Arrow Shape Can Shape CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 372 On models with navigation system This audio unit cannot play a Dual- ● CD-R, CD-RW, DVD-R or DVD-RW ● disc ® may not play due to the recording conditions. Scratches and fingerprints on the ● discs may cause the sound to skip. 2010 ZDX...
Page 373 100.9 even completely as you get out of range of or hear only the station you are close though the announcer may identify the station's signal. the station as ‘‘FM101.’’ CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 374 This is because of a change in conditions. a main cause of poor radio reception Electrical interference from passing in city driving. vehicles and stationary sources can cause temporary reception problems. 2010 ZDX...
Page 375 When a compatible audio unit is next preset station on the band you connected to the jack, press the hand from the wheel. are listening to. Press the bottom USB/AUX button to select it. (－) to go back to the previous station. CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 376: Remote Audio Controls
To go to the next channel of the category you are listening to, press the top (＋) of the button for 1 second. Press the bottom (－) for 1 second to go back to the previous channel. 2010 ZDX...
Page 377 Press it twice to return to disc. Press and hold the bottom (－) the previous file. to skip backward to the previous disc. 2010 ZDX...
Page 378: Radio Theft Protection
NOTE: In the U.S., if you have a My The system will retain your AM and disable itself if it is disconnected Acura account, you can retrieve the FM presets even if power is from electrical power for any reason.
Page 379: Setting The Clock
1. Press and release the SETUP adjusting display. position. button. The display shows you the You can also adjust the clock by menu items. using the CLOCK button. Press the CLOCK button until you hear a beep. CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 380 The 9. Press the selector knob (ENTER) display will return to the clock to enter your selection. The adjusting display. display will return to the clock adjusting display. 2010 ZDX...
Page 381 10. To enter the clock setting, turn the selector knob to select ‘‘Set,’’ then press the knob. The display will return to the menu item display. 11. Press either the RETURN or SETUP button to go back to the normal display. 2010 ZDX...
Page 382: Security System
The security system indicator on the instrument panel starts blinking immediately to show you the system is setting itself. 2010 ZDX...
Page 383: Cruise Control
Use the cruise control only steering wheel. The CRUISE when traveling on open MAIN indicator on green ACC highways in good weather. indicator (models with ACC) on the instrument panel comes on. CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 384 RES/ indicator on the instrument panel ACCEL button. Each time you do will go out. When the vehicle this, your vehicle will speed up slows to the desired speed, press about 1 mph (1.6 km/h). the SET/DECEL button. 2010 ZDX...
Page 385 You can cancel cruise control in any of these ways: Tap the brake pedal. Push the CANCEL button on the steering wheel. Push the CRUISE (MAIN) button on the steering wheel. 2010 ZDX...
Page 386 The radar sensor for ACC is shared MAIN SET/DECEL BUTTON with the collision mitigation braking BUTTON system™ (CMBS™). For more information on the radar sensor, see page 499. For more information on CANCEL CMBS, see page 498. BUTTON DISTANCE BUTTON 2010 ZDX...
Page 387 On a slippery road (for example a ● vehicles. road covered with ice or snow). CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 388 Your vehicle will maintain a set slower than your set speed, your cruising speed. vehicle will slow down to the speed of that vehicle. Your vehicle will then follow at a constant distance until the vehicle ahead changes speed again. 2010 ZDX...
Page 389 ACC will not keep your vehicle at a constant distance if the vehicle ahead of you goes out of range of your set speed. CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
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Page 391 Refer to page for how to set and current unit. change the set distance between your vehicle and the vehicle ahead of you. To change the speed unit measurement from mph to km/h, see page 104. CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 392 Press and hold the SET/DECEL between your vehicles. button. Release the button when you reach the speed you want. To slow down in small amounts, tap the SET/DECEL button repeatedly. 2010 ZDX...
Page 393 RES/ACCEL multi-information display. button, your vehicle will return to the To set the ACC beeper on or off, see previously set speed. page 103. CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 394 173 feet 34 meters 53 meters you is controlled and maintained. Short 85 feet 101 feet You can change this distance to one 26 meters 31 meters SHORT U.S. of three ranges: long, middle, or RANGE short. Canada 2010 ZDX...
Page 395 Press the MAIN button. The ACC ● Driving on a mountainous road, or ● indicator in the instrument panel driving off road for extended goes off. periods. Abrupt steering wheel movement. ● CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 396 194). If it comes on at any other time, there is a problem in the ACC system. If this happens, take the vehicle to your dealer to have it checked. The ACC system cannot be used while this indicator (orange) is on. 2010 ZDX...
Page 397 You will hear a beep when the vehicle moves out of the ACC radar sensor's range. Canada ACC does not detect a vehicle ahead U.S. of you. You will hear a beep when ACC detects a vehicle ahead of you. Canada CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 398 ACC has automatically canceled ACC needs to be checked. because of bad weather or other conditions. Have your vehicle checked by a dealer. You will hear a beep for about 1 second. 2010 ZDX...
Page 399 To switch back to ACC, information display. Make sure to press and hold the distance button keep a safe distance from the vehicle again for 1 second. ahead of you. Always be aware which mode is selected. 2010 ZDX...
Page 400 Do not use outside buttons on the HomeLink HomeLink with any garage door transceiver for about 20 seconds, opener that lacks safety stop and until the red indicator flashes. reverse features. Release the buttons, then proceed to step 1. 2010 ZDX...
Page 401: Universal Transceiver
If you have any problems programming seconds? button again; the remotely HomeLink, see the owner's manual included with the device you are trying to program, or call controlled device should operate. HomeLink at 1-800-355-3515 or go online to www.homelink.com. CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 402 This device complies with Industry Canada Standard RSS-210. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. 2010 ZDX...
Page 403 Press and release the HFL Talk ● release to end a call, go back to the button each time you want to make previous command, or cancel the a command. After the beep, speak command. in a clear, natural tone. CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 404 Peter.’’ To change the volume level of ● HFL, use the audio system volume knob or the steering wheel volume controls. ROAM STATUS PHONE DIALING Some phones may send battery, signal strength, and roaming status information to HFL. 2010 ZDX...
Page 405 Bluetooth HandsFreeLink (Models without navigation system) ® ® SIGNAL STRENGTH ROAM STATUS BLUETOOTH INDICATOR You will see ‘‘HANDSFREELINK’’ and the ‘‘ ’’ indicator on the display when you operate HFL. CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 406 ‘‘123-555-####’’ Enter desired phone number (See page 408) Once a phonebook entry is stored, you can say a name here. ‘‘Jim Smith’’ (See page 408) Press and release the HFL Talk button each time you give a command. 2010 ZDX...
Page 407 HFL (See page 412) Contact’’ ‘‘List’’ Hear a list of all stored phonebook entries (See page 411) Press and release the HFL Talk button each time you give a command. CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 408 Hear a tutorial for general rules on using the system (See page 400) Hear a list of available commands and additional information describing ‘‘Hands Free Help’’ each command (See page 400) Press and release the HFL Talk button each time you give a command. ꭧ: Canadian models 2010 ZDX...
Page 409 If after three minutes your phone ● 4. Follow the HFL prompts and name is not ready to pair or a phone is the newly paired phone. not found, the system will time out and return to idle. CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 410 3. HFL will ask you which phone you want to delete. Follow the HFL 3. HFL will read out all the paired 3. HFL will tell you which phone is prompts to continue with the phone's names. linked to the system. deletion. 2010 ZDX...
Page 411 However, this may weaken the linked. vehicle's battery. If no other phones are found or paired, HFL will inform you that the original phone is linked again. CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 412 ‘‘Dial.’’ call. Once connected, you will hear the person you called through the audio speakers. To redial the last number called by HFL: Press and release the HFL Talk button and say ‘‘Redial.’’ 2010 ZDX...
Page 413 HFL Talk button and say your original call. If you want to hang ‘‘Mute’’ again. up the original call and answer the new call, press the HFL Back button. CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 414 4. Say the number you want to store NOTE: To send a pound (#), say for the name entry. ‘‘pound.’’ To send a star (*), say 5. Follow the HFL prompts and say ‘‘star.’’ ‘‘Enter’’ to store the entry. 2010 ZDX...
Page 415 4. When asked, say the new number 4. If you hear a name you want to for that name. call, immediately press the HFL Talk button and say ‘‘Call.’’ 5. Follow the HFL prompts to complete the edit. CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 416 5. Follow the HFL prompts if you clear the entire system (see page want to store another number. 414). 2010 ZDX...
Page 417 ꭧ: The default setting is a ring tone. 3. HFL will let you know if auto transfer is on or off, depending on the previous setting. Follow the HFL prompts to change the setting. CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 418 When French is your currently cannot access HFL. When HFL asks you for the passcode, say ‘‘System selected language, you can give voice commands in French. clear.’’ Paired phones and all names in the HFL phonebook will be lost. 2010 ZDX...
Page 419 This device complies with Industry Canada Standard RSS-210. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. 2010 ZDX...
Page 420 ENTER. To quickly access the Cellular Phone screen, press the Pick-Up button on To select an item that comes with the steering wheel. , , or icons, push the knob up, down, left, or right. 2010 ZDX...
Page 421 TALK Button－Press and release to command. After the beep, speak in give a command. a clear, natural tone. Back Button－Press and release to go back to the previous command, or cancel the command. CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 422 BLUETOOTH INDICATOR You will see ‘‘HANDSFREELINK’’ on the audio display while HFL is in use. CALLER NAME ROAM STATUS U.S. model is shown. PHONE DIALING Some phones may send battery, signal strength, and roaming status information to the screen. 2010 ZDX...
Page 423 Voice commands can be used for all above options. Voice commands for the HFL system can only be used from the Cellular Phone screen. To quickly access the Cellular Phone screen, press the Pick-Up button on the steering wheel. Press and release the Talk button each time you give a command. CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 424 Voice commands can be used for all above options. Voice commands for the HFL system can only be used from the Cellular Phone screen. To quickly access the Cellular Phone screen, press the Pick-Up button on the steering wheel. Press and release the Talk button each time you give a command. 2010 ZDX...
Page 425 Voice commands can be used for all above options. Voice commands for the HFL system can only be used from the Cellular Phone screen. To quickly access the Cellular Phone screen, press the Pick-Up button on the steering wheel. Press and release the Talk button each time you give a command. CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 426 HFL uses a Class 2 Bluetooth, which means the maximum range between your phone and vehicle is 30 feet (10 meters). PHONE SETUP Press the PICK-UP button to go directly to the Cellular Phone screen. Select ‘‘PHONE SETUP’’ from the Cellular Phone screen. 2010 ZDX...
Page 427 4-digit pass-key. 2. Select ‘‘Pair Phone.’’ 6. You will receive a notification on 3. HFL gives you a 4-digit pass-key the screen and your phone if that you will need to input on your pairing is successful. phone. CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 428 The Bluetooth icon shows you the currently linked phone. For a randomly generated pass-key each time you pair a phone, select 4. A trash icon appears next to the ‘‘Random.’’ select phone. Select ‘‘OK’’ to continue. 2010 ZDX...
Page 429 Select the user you want to edit on 3. Enter a user name, and select ‘‘OK’’ when complete. the Cellular Phone screen. If the user your selected is PIN- protected, the speed dial list becomes ‘‘ ꭧꭧꭧꭧ .’’ CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 430 2. Select ‘‘Delete.’’ 3. Follow the prompts to complete the deletion. 1. Select ‘‘Edit User/PIN’’ from the Phone Setup screen. 2. Select ‘‘PIN.’’ 3. Enter a 4-digit PIN, re-enter it, and select ‘‘OK.’’ 2010 ZDX...
Page 431 Select a ‘‘No Entry’’ field to store a 1. Select ‘‘Import Cellular ꭧ: Available on some phones. speed dial entry, or use the following Phonebook’’ from the Phone Setup procedure. screen. 2. HFL begins importing the phonebook. Select ‘‘OK’’ after the import is completed. CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 432 4. Choose a number from: Phonebook－the linked cell phone's imported phonebook. Call History－the last 30 numbers Dial－manual number input 5. When the speed dial number is successfully stored, you are asked to store a voice tag for the number. Follow the prompts. 2010 ZDX...
Page 433 NOTE: – Avoid using duplicate voice tag. – Avoid using ‘‘home’’ as a voice tag. – It is easier for HFL to recognize a longer name. For example, use ‘‘John Smith’’ instead of ‘‘John.’’ CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 434 3. Select the number you want to delete, and select ‘‘OK.’’ During a call, HFL allows you to talk up to 30 minutes after you remove the key from the ignition switch. However, this may weaken the vehicle's battery. 2010 ZDX...
Page 435 To enter the phone number by voice, 2. Select a name from the list. You say it in a continuous string. can also select ‘‘Search Phonebook’’ and enter the first few letters of the name. CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 436 Select one of the four entries on the Cellular Phone screen. Cellular Phone screen, and push ENTER to begin automatic dialing. 2. Call History is sorted by ‘‘All,’’ ‘‘Dial,’’ ‘‘Receive, ’’ and ‘‘Missed.’’ Selecting a number begins automatic dialing. 2010 ZDX...
Page 437 To end or decline the call, press the HANG-UP button. The following options are available during a call: －Allows you to send Direct Dial ꭧ numbers or names during a call. This is useful when you call a menu- driven phone system. CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 438 This device complies with Industry Canada Standard RSS-210. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. 2010 ZDX...
Page 439 Acura Server. and a selector. items. When you make a selection, Working through the XM radio...
Page 440 ENTER. A red exclamation will be marked on To open a message: an envelope icon with an important Press ENTER on the interface message. selector, then select New Message from the navigation system map menu. 2010 ZDX...
Page 441 ENTER. choose one of several options. If an receive messages. This can take option is not available for a message, several days to process. that button will not be highlighted. CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 442 This paired with the HFL. In addition, the gives you more information than the option to call the Acura dealer you paired phone must have a compatible screen can display at one time. When purchased your vehicle from.
Page 443 ENTER on the interface selector. Scroll to Delete with the interface ● knob, and select it by pressing ENTER on the interface selector. CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 444 Campaigns. The system can store up to 255 messages. Message categories can be added, revised, or deleted through broadcast messages from Acura. These messages, based on updated During the first 90 days of vehicle information and comments ownership, one of up to 17 different from other ZDX owners, supplement messages appears each day.
Page 445 Reschedule the appointment with ● To use the automated appointment the dealer. function, you should visit the My Acura website at www.owners.acura. Call your dealer for an ● com , register some required settings, appointment. and complete the Phone-Data Find the nearest dealer.
Page 446 AcuraLink (U.S. models only) ® The system will automatically connect to the Acura server, then show you an appropriate appointment date and time on the navigation screen. If you accept this appointment, select ‘‘Confirm Appointment,’’ then press ENTER. When you see the maintenance...
Page 447 Setup screen, then press ENTER. ENTER. The system will automatically Select ‘‘Scheduled Dealer If you want to change or reschedule connect to the Acura server, then Appointments,’’ then press ENTER. the appointment date, select show you a new appointment date ‘‘Cancel,’’ then press ENTER.
Page 448 To cancel the appointment: The system will request you to The system will automatically confirm the cancel on the navigation connect to the Acura server, then Select ‘‘AcuraLink/Messages’’ on the screen. To cancel the appointment, show you the confirmation on the Setup screen, then press ENTER.
Page 449 If you want to change number. Please update your or reschedule the appointment date, information using My Acura at www. call your dealer directly with the owners.acura.com HFL.
Page 450 ‘‘An indicator is For more information on the on. AcuraLink can help you decide instrument panel indicators, see page what to do.’’ If you do not want the information right away, select the Check Later option. 2010 ZDX...
Page 451 When viewing a diagnostic info Reminder Message message through the INFO menu, you can use the Diagnostic Info button to connect to the Acura server and retrieve the latest information regarding the problem. NOTE: There may not be any additional information, depending on...
Page 452 INFO screen. vehicle based on appointments Select Setup with the interface created or changed at My Acura's selector to view the SETUP screen. online scheduling website. Push the interface selector to the...
Page 453 Select on if you want to be notified of this option to begin the process new messages (envelope icon required to connect to Acura. This is appears on the navigation screen). used to access the most recent Select off if you do not want to be...
Page 454 AcuraLink (U.S. models only) ® Connect to the Acura Server － To find more information on As required by the FCC: This device complies with Part 15 of the Bluetooth compatible and enabled The default setting is Prompt. When ®...
Page 455 Whenever you shift to reverse (R) look behind you for obstacles. with the ignition switch in the ON (II) position, the rear view appears on a display in the rearview mirror. CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 456 To turn off the guide lines, press and hold the power button for more than 3rd line 3 seconds. The guide lines appear every time you shift to reverse, even 4th line if you turned them off the last time. 2010 ZDX...
Page 457: Before Driving
If you Hood ........ plan to add any accessories to your Oil Check .... vehicle, please read the information Engine Coolant Check ......in this section first. Fuel Economy Accessories and ......Modifications ......Carrying Cargo 2010 ZDX...
Page 458 In addition, in order to maintain good when the brakes are replaced. performance, fuel economy, and emissions control, we strongly recommend, in areas where it is available, the use of gasoline that does NOT contain manganese-based fuel additives such as MMT. 2010 ZDX...
Page 459 FUEL FILL DOOR remote transmitter unlock function information on gasoline that does not is used. In this instance, the security contain MMT, visit My Acura at relock function can be deactivated owners.acura.com In Canada, visit by briefly opening then closing the www.acura.ca for additional...
Page 460 ‘‘top off’’ the tank. Leave display. Turn the engine off, and some room for the fuel to expand confirm the fuel fill cap is installed. If with temperature changes. it is, loosen it, then retighten it until it clicks at least once. 2010 ZDX...
Page 461 If the hood latch handle moves stiffly, have your vehicle inspected by a or if you can open the hood without dealer. For more information, see lifting the handle, the mechanism page 593. should be cleaned and lubricated. CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 462 If it is near or below the lower mark, 2. Wipe off the dipstick with a clean see Adding Engine Oil on page 545. cloth or paper towel. 3. Insert the dipstick all the way back into its hole. 2010 ZDX...
Page 463 MAX and MIN lines. If it is below the MIN line, see Adding Engine Coolant on page information on adding the proper coolant. Refer to Owner's Maintenance Checks on page for information about checking other items on your vehicle. 2010 ZDX...
Page 464: Fuel Economy
For more information on fuel driving, in a warmed-up vehicle, economy ratings and factors that typical of longer trips in free-flowing affect fuel economy, visit www. traffic. A range of miles per gallon fueleconomy.gov (Canada: Visit achieved is also provided. www.vehicles.gc.ca 2010 ZDX...
Page 465 Drive moderately － Rapid ● fuel economy. Always maintain your acceleration, abrupt cornering, and vehicle according to the maintenance hard braking increase fuel messages displayed on the information consumption. display (see Owner's Maintenance Checks on page 541). CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 466 2)Reset trip counter to zero. fuel gauge readings are NOT 3)Record the total gallons (liters) needed to refill. accurate measures of fuel economy. 4)Follow one of the simple calculations above. Fuel economy may improve over the first several thousand miles (kilometers). 2010 ZDX...
Page 467: Accessories And Modifications
Be sure electronic accessories do ● Accessories or killed. not overload electrical circuits (see Your dealer has Acura accessories page 595) or interfere with proper that allow you to personalize your Follow all instructions in this operation of your vehicle.
Page 468 Raising your vehicle with a non- ● Acura suspension kit can affect the handling, stability, and reliability. Non-Acura wheels, because they ● are a universal design, can cause...
Page 469: Carrying Cargo
Before carrying any GLOVE BOX type of cargo, be sure to read the following pages. SIDE POCKET SEAT-BACK POCKETS CARGO AREA/ UNDER FLOOR STRAGE CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 470 Consult this manual to determine will be riding in your vehicle. how this reduces the available (3) Subtract the combined weight of cargo and luggage load capacity the driver and passengers from of your vehicle. XXX kg or XXX lbs. 2010 ZDX...
Page 471 Example 2 Max Load (830 lbs) Passenger Weight Cargo Weight (150 lbs x 4 = 600 lbs) (230 lbs) Example 3 Max Load (830 lbs) Passenger Weight Cargo Weight (150 lbs x 5 = 750 lbs) (80 lbs) CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 472 Keep the glove box closed while ● on page 58. driving. If it is open, a passenger could injure their knees during a The cargo area is fitted with loop ● crash or sudden stop. carpet, similar to home loop carpet. 2010 ZDX...
Page 473 Do not install the To secure cargo, use the four floor cover over the larger area if the rear hooks in the cargo area. Make sure seats are not folded down. all stored items are secured before driving. 2010 ZDX...
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Page 475 System ........are planning to tow a trailer or drive Parking off-high way. Tire Pressure Monitoring System ........(TPMS) ......Braking System ....Anti-lock Brakes (ABS) Collision Mitigation Braking ....System™ (CMBS™) 2010 ZDX...
Page 476 Take corners at slower speeds ● than you would with a passenger 5. Check the seat adjustment (see vehicle. page 161). Avoid sharp turns and abrupt ● maneuvers whenever possible. 2010 ZDX...
Page 477 You do not need to hold the ignition switch in the START (III) position to start the engine. The starter motor can run for up to 9 seconds to guarantee starting when the outside temperature is very low. CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 478 ‘‘CHECK STARTING SYSTEM’’ message on the multi-information display when the ignition switch is turned to the ON (II) position. You will also see this message when the auto control mode of the starting system has a problem. 2010 ZDX...
Page 479 If the engine does not start, wait at should insert the keyless access least 10 seconds before trying remote into the keyless remote slot. again. For more information, see pages and 203. The keyless access remote system ● main switch is off. 2010 ZDX...
Page 480 Contact your dealer as power mode ON. soon as possible. You will also see this message when the auto control mode of the starting system has a problem. 2010 ZDX...
Page 481: Automatic Transmission
TRANSMISSION’’ message on the seconds when you turn the ignition multi-information display (see page switch to the ON (II) position. If it 91). flashes while driving (in any shift position), it indicates a possible problem in the transmission. CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 482 D to N of the shift lever, then move the Move the shift lever. N to D lever. You cannot shift out of Park R to N when the ignition switch is in the LOCK (0) or ACCESSORY (I) position. 2010 ZDX...
Page 483 The shift lever must be in Park vehicle for any reason. Press on the before you change the power mode brake pedal when you are moving from ON to VEHICLE OFF (LOCK). the shift lever from neutral to another gear. CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 484 With the paddle shifters, you can computer working to protect the keyless access remote (see page 207). operate the transmission much like a transmission. manual transmission without a clutch pedal. For more information on driving with the paddle shifters, see page 482. 2010 ZDX...
Page 485 Park to neutral. 2010 ZDX...
Page 486 When you pull either paddle shifter, To shift up or down, use the ＋ the gear position indicator shows you (right) or － (left) paddle shifter on the selected gear number. either side of the steering wheel. 2010 ZDX...
Page 487 You pull both paddle shifters at the accelerate. ● same time. You pull one of the two paddle ● shifters while another paddle shifter is being pressed. CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 488 ‘‘D’’ to ‘‘S’’ and pull either paddle automatic transmission. shifter, the gear position indicator displays ‘‘M’’ along with the selected gear number. To upshift, pull the ＋ (right) paddle shifter. To downshift, pull the － (left) paddle shifter. 2010 ZDX...
Page 489 It downshifts to first certain speed. gear when the vehicle speed reaches You press the brake pedal. 6 mph (9 km/h) or less. ● The vehicle detects that you are ● driving uphill or downhill. CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 490 If the vehicle speed decreases below the redline of the selected lower gear while the indicator is flashing, the transmission downshifts, and the indicator displays the selected gear. 2010 ZDX...
Page 491 Each wheel - right front (RF), left front (LF), right rear (RR), and left rear (LR) - has its own torque indicator. CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 492 Park, and let the engine idle until the indicator goes out. If the indicator does not go out, take your vehicle to a dealer to have it checked. 2010 ZDX...
Page 493 Check the indicator on the ● instrument panel to verify that the security system is set. Make sure the parking brake is ● fully released before driving away. Driving with the parking brake partially set can overheat or damage the rear brakes. 2010 ZDX...
Page 494 TPMS indicator and message on the temperature and other conditions, multi-information display go out after the low tire pressure/TPMS inflating the tires to the specified indicator may come on unexpectedly. values, have your dealer check the system as soon as possible. 2010 ZDX...
Page 495 You will see the above display on the flashing after approximately 1 multi-information display when all minute, then stays on. You will also tire pressures are normal. see a ‘‘CHECK TPMS SYSTEM’’ message on the multi-information display (see page 91). CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 496 ON mode is the equivalent of happens, you will see which tire is ON (II). See page for ignition losing pressure on the multi- switch and power mode comparison. information display along with a ‘‘CHECK TIRE PRESSURE’’ message. 2010 ZDX...
Page 497 Have the system checked by your dealer as soon as possible. Also, the low tire pressure/TPMS indicator begins to flash, then stays on (see page 490). CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
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Page 499: Braking System
If you do not have lights on all the time, confusing the brake pads replaced, they will drivers behind you. screech all the time. It is normal for the brakes to occasionally squeal or squeak when you apply them. 2010 ZDX...
Page 500 Let the ABS work for you by always If the indicator comes on while keeping firm, steady pressure on the driving, test the brakes as instructed brake pedal. This is sometimes on page 594. referred to as ‘‘stomp and steer.’’ 2010 ZDX...
Page 501 Always drive at a safe snow, than a vehicle without anti- which could cause the rear wheels to speed for the road and weather lock. lock up and possibly lead to a loss of conditions. control. 2010 ZDX...
Page 502 (see page 24). 2010 ZDX...
Page 503 The radar sensor cover is located When the CMBS is on, the radar sensor water or a mild detergent. Never use under the Acura emblem in the front constantly scans for vehicles ahead of chemical solvents or polishing grille. If the radar sensor cover is you.
Page 504 If these alarms come on, visual alarm. condition (see Tires on page 567). take the appropriate means to prevent a collision (apply the brakes, change lanes, etc.). 2010 ZDX...
Page 505 VEHICLE AHEAD The CMBS determines Forcefully Stage three ꭧ that a collision is applied unavoidable. ꭧ: Depending on the circumstances, CMBS may not go through all of the alert stages before initiating the last stage. CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 506 A dirty radar sensor cover on the information display. To turn the ● front grille. system back on, press the button again for about 1 second. The CMBS will automatically recover when these conditions are improved. 2010 ZDX...
Page 507 CMBS off by pressing the CMBS OFF button. To turn the CMBS back on, make sure the vehicle is stopped and the power mode is set to ON, then press the CMBS OFF switch for about 1 second. CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 508 ● brakes suddenly. traffic. When you accelerate rapidly and The vehicle ahead of you is a ● ● approach the vehicle ahead of you motorcycle or other small vehicle. at high speed. Immediately after you drive off. ● 2010 ZDX...
Page 509 ● then overtake the vehicle ahead of you. A vehicle suddenly crosses in front When you approach or pass a ● ● of you. vehicle ahead of you that is turning left or right in an intersection. CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 510 (light When you go over areas of pole, traffic sign, etc.) as a vehicle ● construction on the road surface. ahead of you and temporarily operate. This is normal. 2010 ZDX...
Page 511 This device complies with Industry Canada Standard RSS-210. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. 2010 ZDX...
Page 512 It is Electronic Stability Control (ESC). still your responsibility to drive and The system also includes a traction corner at reasonable speeds and to control function. leave a sufficient margin of safety. 2010 ZDX...
Page 513 VSA and stability enhancement. traction control systems switched off. When VSA is off, the VSA OFF indicator comes on as a reminder. Press and hold the button again. It turns the system back on. CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 514 Gently apply the accelerator pedal as in dealer. normal driving. Hill start assist will Hill start assist will still operate even release brake pressure gradually as when VSA is switched off. you accelerate. 2010 ZDX...
Page 515 (BSI) is designed to assist you when to provide assistance when you you are changing lanes. change lanes. It is not a substitute for visual confirmation that it is safe to change lanes. CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 516 The indicator comes on BSI system is designed to detect approximately 2 seconds after the vehicles in specified alert zones vehicle enters the alert zone. adjacent to your vehicle, particularly in harder to see areas commonly known as ‘‘blind spots.’’ 2010 ZDX...
Page 517 Blind Spot Information System (BSI) BSI INDICATOR MULTI-INFORMATION DISPLAY BSI ALERT INDICATOR LEFT SIDE RIGHT SIDE BSI OFF BUTTON CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 518 Do not cover this area detected vehicle. with labels or stickers of any kind. Always keep this area is free of any kind of dirt every time you get in the vehicle. 2010 ZDX...
Page 519 A vehicle is parked in a side lane. ● The speed difference between ● your vehicle and the vehicle you are passing is greater than 6 mph (10 km/h). An object not detected by the ● radar sensors approaches or passes your vehicle. CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 520 The rear bumper has been heavy rain, snow and fog. ● Always look in your mirrors, to either deformed, or improperly repaired. side of your vehicle, and behind you for other vehicles before changing lanes. 2010 ZDX...
Page 521 OFF button when the power mode is set to ON with the engine start/stop button. The BSI indicator on the instrument panel glows amber, indicating that the system is turned off. The multi-information display indicates that the system is off. CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 522 ꭧ: System status may remain on even when the BLIND SPOT NOT AVAILABLE message is displayed. If the system is faulty, the BSI indicator light illuminates and a message is displayed on the multi-information display. Have your vehicle inspected at your Acura dealer. 2010 ZDX...
Page 523 (1) this device may steering (ECPS) changes the amount not cause interference, and (2) this of steering assist depending on device must accept any interference vehicle speed. that may cause undesired operation of the device. CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 524 When sport mode is selected, the message ‘‘COMFORT’’ will appear on message ‘‘SPORT’’ will appear on the System (IDS) switch located on the center console to select the comfort the multi-information display for five multi-information display for five and sport mode. seconds. seconds. 2010 ZDX...
Page 525 You will also see the ‘‘CHECK ADS In this case, your vehicle still has the down and the system indicator on SYSTEM’’ message appear on the power steering function, but the the instrument panel comes on. multi-information display. steering effort might feel different. 2010 ZDX...
Page 526: Towing A Trailer
1,500 lbs (680 kg). Driving Guidelines section on page Towing a load that is too heavy can if you plan to tow off paved seriously affect your vehicle's surfaces. handling and performance. It can also damage the engine and transmission. 2010 ZDX...
Page 527 (a fully loaded (GCWR) － The maximum allowable unstable and cause it to sway. vehicle and trailer), then recheck the weight of the fully loaded vehicle and tongue load whenever the conditions trailer is 6,593 lbs (2990 kg). change. CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 528 Also make sure that all equipment is properly installed and maintained, and that it meets federal, state, province, and local regulations. Hitch Any hitch used on your vehicle must be properly bolted to the underbody. 2010 ZDX...
Page 529 All items in or on the trailer are ● Ask your trailer sales or rental properly secured and cannot shift agency if any other items are while you drive. recommended or required for your towing situation. CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 530 Allow more time and distance for braking. Do not brake or turn suddenly as this could cause the trailer to jackknife or turn over. 2010 ZDX...
Page 531 Follow all normal precautions when by pressing on the accelerator, as parking, including putting the this can cause the automatic transmission in Park and firmly transmission to overheat. setting the parking brake. Also, place wheel chocks at each of the trailer's tires. 2010 ZDX...
Page 532 Your vehicle will also handle limits. somewhat differently than it does on pavement. Be sure to pay extra attention to the precautions and tips in this section, and get acquainted with your vehicle before leaving the pavement. 2010 ZDX...
Page 533 The water can also damage limits and take the proper into a deep hole can cause your important vehicle components. precautions. vehicle to tip or roll over. CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 534 Once the strap is tight, the brakes. If they got wet, gently recovery vehicle should apply force. ‘‘pump’’ them while driving slowly Remember that the recovery vehicle until they operate normally. needs good traction to avoid becoming stuck, too. 2010 ZDX...
Page 535 See ....Cleaning the Seat Belts page for information on how to ........Floor Mats obtain a copy, or see your dealer....... Wiper Blades ........... Tires ....Checking the Battery ......Vehicle Storage ....... Interior Care 2010 ZDX...
Page 536: Maintenance Safety
Be sure there is we cannot warn you of every adequate ventilation whenever you conceivable hazard that can arise in operate the engine. performing maintenance. Only you can decide whether or not you should perform a given task. 2010 ZDX...
Page 537: Maintenance Minder
To see the current engine oil life displayed on the multi-information display, turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position, and press the SEL/RESET button on the steering wheel repeatedly until the engine oil life is displayed. CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 538 5% － 1% ON (II). See page for ignition the time of the oil change. Refer to switch and power mode comparison. page for a complete list of the maintenance main items and sub items. 2010 ZDX...
Page 539 ‘‘SERVICE DUE SOON’’ was will see the percentage of the remaining engine oil life and the displayed with. When you see this maintenance item codes on the multi- message, have the indicated information display. maintenance performed as soon as possible. CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 540 This message is displayed when the 1 to 5 percent (see page 534). total distance traveled is less than 10 miles (for U.S. models) or 10 km (for Canadian models) after the engine oil life became 0%. 2010 ZDX...
Page 541 INFO button repeatedly. when the calculated engine oil life is remaining oil life became 0%, and the 0 to 1 percent. maintenance item code(s). CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 542 0%, will be displayed on the multi-information For an explanation of the display. maintenance codes, see page 542. 2010 ZDX...
Page 543 ‘‘100.’’ If you want to 2. If the engine oil life is not displayed, cancel the oil life reset mode, select press the SEL/RESET button on the ‘‘CANCEL.’’ steering wheel repeatedly. CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 544 Maintenance Minder Your authorized dealer knows your We recommend using Acura parts U.S. Vehicles: vehicle best and can provide and fluids whenever you have According to state and federal competent, efficient service. maintenance done. These are regulations, failure to perform...
Page 545 ● the fluid level monthly. See page 551. Brakes － Check the fluid level ● monthly. See page 553. Tires － Check the tire pressure ● monthly. Examine the tread for wear and foreign objects. See page 568. 2010 ZDX...
Page 546 (shear) stress to fluid. This requires noisy. 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). 2010 ZDX...
Page 547: Fluid Locations
ENGINE OIL FILL CAP BRAKE FLUID (Black cap) WASHER FLUID (Black cap with blue icon) POWER STEERING FLUID (Black cap with red steering mark) ENGINE COOLANT RESERVOIR ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK (Orange loop) AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID RADIATOR CAP DIPSTICK (Yellow loop) 2010 ZDX...
Page 548: Engine Compartment Cover
When removing the cover, make sure to move the cover slightly to the left so that the hood latch handle does not get in the way. FRONT BULKHEAD COVER 2010 ZDX...
Page 549: Adding Engine Oil
American Petroleum Institute's latest requirements. It is highly recommended that you use Acura motor oil in your vehicle. Make sure the API Certification Seal says ‘‘For Gasoline Engines.’’ Unscrew and remove the engine oil fill cap on top of the valve cover.
Page 550 Unless you have the knowledge and bottom of the engine. Drain the oil proper equipment, you should have into an appropriate container. this maintenance done by a skilled mechanic. 1. Run the engine until it reaches normal operating temperature, then shut it off. 2010 ZDX...
Page 551: Changing The Engine Oil And Filter
Put it in a sealed new oil filter. container, and take it to a recycling center. Do not discard it in a trash bin or dump it on the ground. 2010 ZDX...
Page 552: Engine Coolant
MIN line, add system to malfunction or fail. Have coolant to bring it up to the MAX line. Inspect the cooling system for the cooling system flushed and leaks. refilled with Honda antifreeze/ coolant as soon as possible. 2010 ZDX...
Page 553 Clean up any spill immediately; it could damage components in the engine compartment. 5. Put the radiator cap back on, and tighten it fully. 3. Remove the radiator cap by pushing down and turning counterclockwise. CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 554 This will help to Do not add any rust inhibitors or condition the blade edges. other additives to your vehicle's cooling system. They may not be compatible with the coolant or engine components. 2010 ZDX...
Page 555: Automatic Transmission Fluid
3. Insert the dipstick all the way into from the transmission, and wipe it the transmission securely as with a clean cloth. shown in the illustration. 4. Remove the dipstick and check the fluid level. It should be between the upper and lower marks. CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 556 Damage resulting from the use of transmission fluid other than Acura Always use Acura ATF-Z1 ATF-Z1 is not covered by the Acura (automatic transmission fluid.) new vehicle warranty. 6. Insert the dipstick all the way back into the transmission securely as shown in the illustration.
Page 557: Brake Fluid
If the level is at or braking system and can cause below the MIN mark, your brake extensive damage. system needs attention. Have the brake system inspected for leaks or worn brake pads. 2010 ZDX...
Page 558 Replace the timing belt every 60,000 with Acura PSF as soon as possible. miles (U.S.) or every 100,000 km A low power steering fluid level can (Canada) if you regularly drive your indicate a leak in the system.
Page 559 3. Remove the socket by turning it yourself. If a low/high beam one-quarter turn counterclockwise. headlight bulb fails, take the vehicle 4. Pull the bulb straight out of its to your dealer to have it replaced. socket. CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 560 Lift the CONNECTOR reservoir. grommet over the stud bolt and rotate the heat shield 3. Remove the electrical connector counterclockwise. from the bulb by pushing on the tab and pulling the connector down. 2010 ZDX...
Page 561 5. Install the new bulb into the hole readjustment may be required. and turn it one-quarter turn Adjustment should be done by your clockwise to lock it in place. dealer or other qualified technician. CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 562 1. Open the tailgate. Use a flat-tip screwdriver protected with a cloth 3. Determine which of the three to prevent scratches and pry open bulbs is burned out: stop/taillight, the cover. rear side marker, or turn signal light. 2010 ZDX...
Page 563 1. Open the tailgate. Place a cloth on the edge of the light assembly 5. Pull the bulb straight out of its socket. cover to prevent scratches. Remove the cover by carefully prying in the notch on its middle edge with a flat-tip screwdriver. CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 564 4. Push the new bulb straight into Remove the cover by carefully the socket until it bottoms. prying in the notch on its edge 5. Turn on the lights to make sure with a flat-tip screwdriver. the new bulb is working. 2010 ZDX...
Page 565 4. Push the new bulb straight into the socket until it bottoms. 5. Turn on the lights to make sure the new bulb is working. 6. Put the socket back into the light assembly, and turn it counterclockwise to lock it in place. 2010 ZDX...
Page 566 If your seat belts get dirty, use a soft less than usual. brush with a mixture of mild soap and warm water to clean them. Do not use bleach, dye, or cleaning solvents. Let the belts air-dry before you use the vehicle. 2010 ZDX...
Page 567: Floor Mats
Unlock Lock Lock The floor mats that came with your If you use a non-Acura floor mat, vehicle hook over the floor mat make sure it fits properly and that it anchors. This keeps the floor mats can be used with the floor mat from sliding forward (possibly anchors.
Page 568: Wiper Blades
Do not open the hood when the wiper Slide the blade assembly toward ● arms are raised, or you will damage the the wiper arm until it releases hood and the wiper arms. from the wiper arm. 2010 ZDX...
Page 569 3. Remove the blade from its holder by grabbing the tabbed end of the blade. Pull firmly until the tabs come out of the holder. CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 570 6. Slide the wiper blade assembly onto the wiper arm, then rotate the lock tab toward the arm until it snaps into place. 2010 ZDX...
Page 571 Even though your vehicle is equipped with TPMS, we recommend that you visually check your tires every day. If you think a tire might be low, check it immediately with a tire gauge. CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 572 This is normal. Do not let on a label on the driver's doorjamb. air out to match the recommended cold air pressure. The tire will be For additional information about your underinflated. tires, see page 610. 2010 ZDX...
Page 573 You should identification number) are found on replace the tire if you can see three the sidewall of the tire and indicate or more tread wear indicators. the date of manufacture (See Tire Labeling on page 612). CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 574 Improper wheel weights can damage cause the system to activate. rotated. If you purchase directional your vehicle's aluminum wheels. Use tires, rotate only front-to-back. only Acura wheel weights for balancing. When the tires are rotated, make sure the air pressures are checked. 2010 ZDX...
Page 575 See page for information about Check with the tire dealer for DOT Tire Quality Grading, and page maximum speed recommendations. for tire size and labeling information. CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 576 Because your vehicle has limited tire Aluminum alloy wheels have a be seriously injured or killed. clearance, Acura strongly protective clear-coat that keeps the recommends using the chains listed aluminum from corroding and Follow all instructions in this below.
Page 577: Checking The Battery
If additional battery maintenance is see ‘‘ENTER CODE’’ in the needed, see your dealer or a frequency display. Use the preset qualified technician. buttons to enter the code (see page 374). CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 578 The next time you select the ON mode by operating the engine start/stop button (see page 194), the system will require you to enter a PIN before it can be used. Refer to the navigation system manual. 2010 ZDX...
Page 579: Vehicle Storage
Leave the parking brake off. Put ● silicone spray lubricant to all door the transmission in Park. and tailgate seals. Also, apply a vehicle body wax to the painted surfaces that mate with the door and tailgate seals. 2010 ZDX...
Page 580: Interior Care
Clean the leather with a soft cloth dampened with water solution of approximately 10% neutral wool detergent, then buff it with a clean, dry cloth. Remove any dust or dirt on leather surfaces immediately. 2010 ZDX...
Page 581 Malfunction Indicator Lamp ....not, you will also find instructions on Brake System Indicator .......... getting your vehicle towed. Fuses ......Fuse Locations Opening the Fuel Fill Door ......... Manually ..... Emergency Towing ..If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck 2010 ZDX...
Page 582: Compact Spare Tire
Use greater caution while same wheel. The spare tire is not driving. designed to be mounted on a regular wheel, and the spare wheel is not designed for mounting a regular tire. 2010 ZDX...
Page 583: Changing A Flat Tire
VEHICLE OFF transmission in Park. Apply the while you change the tire. (LOCK) mode is the equivalent of parking brake. LOCK (0). See page ignition switch and power mode comparison. CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 584 Take the tools and jack out of the tool case. The subwoofer, a large black enclosure, is located on the right side under the lid. Do not store anything in this area. Doing so may compromise vehicle audio performance. 2010 ZDX...
Page 585 Do not use any other tool. 6. Put the extension with the wheel nut wrench on the hoist shaft. Turn the wrench counterclockwise to lower the spare tire to the ground. CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 586 Wipe the hub contacts the jacking point. Make carefully; it may be hot from 12. Remove the wheel nuts, then sure the jacking point tab is driving. remove the flat tire. resting in the jack notch. 2010 ZDX...
Page 587 16. Tighten the wheel nuts securely in the same crisscross pattern. Have the wheel nut torque checked at the nearest automotive service facility. Tighten the wheel nuts to: 94 lbf·ft (127 N·m, 13 kgf·m) 17. Remove the center cap from the flat tire. CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 588 Make sure the bracket is seated in the center hole of the flat tire. 21. Turn the extension with the wheel nut wrench clockwise until the flat tire rests against the underbody of the vehicle and you hear the hoist click. 2010 ZDX...
Page 589 OK, there is probably something wrong with the electrical circuit for the ignition switch or starter motor. You will need a qualified technician to determine the problem. See Emergency Towing on page 602. CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 590 Are you using a properly coded fuel pump. Check all the fuses (see ● key? An improperly coded key will page 596). cause the immobilizer system indicator in the instrument panel to blink rapidly (see page 70). 2010 ZDX...
Page 591: Jump Starting
(＋) terminal on your pushing or pulling it. accessories: climate control, audio vehicle's battery. Connect the system, lights, etc. Put the other end to the positive (＋) transmission in Park, and set the terminal on the booster battery. parking brake. CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 592 Do not connect this jumper on the vehicle until everything is cable to any other part of the disconnected. Otherwise, you may engine. cause an electrical short. 2010 ZDX...
Page 593: If The Engine Overheats
Driving with the temperature gauge start to cool down almost pointer at the red mark can cause immediately. If it does, wait until serious damage to the engine. the temperature gauge comes down to the midpoint, then continue driving. CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 594 If it has gone temperature gauge, or lower, down, add coolant to the MAX before checking the radiator. mark. Put the cap back on tightly. 2010 ZDX...
Page 595: Low Oil Pressure Indicator
(see Emergency Towing on page this indicator comes on. 602). Running the engine with low oil pressure can cause serious mechanical damage almost immediately. Turn off the engine as soon as you can safely get the vehicle stopped. 2010 ZDX...
Page 596: Charging System Indicator
You will also see a ‘‘CHECK discharge the battery rapidly. and replaced by your dealer. CHARGING SYSTEM’’ message on the multi-information display (see Go to a service station or garage page 90). where you can get technical assistance. 2010 ZDX...
Page 597: Malfunction Indicator Lamp
If it blinks five times, the readiness codes are not set. If possible, do not take your vehicle for an emissions test until the readiness codes are set. Refer to Emissions Testing for more information (see page 619). 2010 ZDX...
Page 598: Brake System Indicator
If it does, check the brake fluid level the next time you stop at a service station (see page 553). You will also see a ‘‘LOW BRAKE FLUID’’ message on the multi- information display (see page 90). 2010 ZDX...
Page 599 The driver's side interior fuse box is put your finger in the notch on the underneath the dashboard on the lid, and pull it upward slightly, then driver's side. pull it toward you and take it out of its hinges. CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 600 Removing these fuses access system have an engine requires a Phillips-head start/stop button instead of an screwdriver. ignition switch. VEHICLE OFF (LOCK) mode is the equivalent of LOCK (0). See page ignition switch and power mode comparison. 2010 ZDX...
Page 601 CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 602 Leave rating as soon as you can. cover. the blown fuse in that circuit, and have your vehicle checked by a qualified technician. 2010 ZDX...
Page 603: Fuse Locations
Telescopic Steering Wheel 30 A Right e-pretensioner 15 A Hazard 7.5 A MG Clutch 30 A Left e-pretensioner 7.5 A Headlight Hi/Lo Solenoid 7.5 A Radiator Fan Timer 7.5 A Power Management System 7.5 A Smart Accessory CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 604 Wiper － Not Used 7.5 A OPDS ꭧ2 7.5 A 7.5 A ꭧ1: On U.S. ADVANCE and Canadian ELITE － Not Used models ꭧ2: On BASE model 7.5 A STRLD 20 A Fuel Pump 10 A VB Solenoid 2010 ZDX...
Page 605 － Not Used 7.5 A Right Small Light (Interior) － Not Used 20 A Right Power Seat Reclining 20 A Right Power Seat Slide 10 A Right Door Lock 20 A Right Rear Power Window 10 A SMART 2010 ZDX...
Page 606 Towing with only two tires on the cover in the cargo area. ground will damage parts of the all- wheel-drive system. Your vehicle should be transported on a flat-bed truck or trailer. 2010 ZDX...
Page 607: If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck
1. Remove the cover, put cloth on the The cover is attached to the bumper edge of the cover to prevent with a tether. scratches and carefully pry with a small flat-tip screwdriver or a metal fingernail file. (Front only) Remove the rubber cap. CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 608 Do not tow at an nut wrench. angle. The tow hook should not be used to tow the vehicle onto a flat bed. Do not use it as a tie down. 2010 ZDX...
Page 609: Technical Information
Vehicles) ......includes information you should Tire Labeling know about your vehicle's tires and Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) － Required Federal emissions control systems......Explanation ..... Emissions Controls Three Way Catalytic ........ Converter ....... Emissions Testing 2010 ZDX...
Page 610: Identification Numbers
It is also on the certification label attached to the driver's doorjamb, and is stamped on the engine compartment bulkhead. The VIN is also provided in bar code on the certification label. CERTIFICATION LABEL 2010 ZDX...
Page 611 Identification Numbers The engine number is stamped into the engine block. It is on the front. AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION NUMBER The transmission number is on a label on side of the transmission. ENGINE NUMBER 2010 ZDX...
Page 612: Specifications
5.2 US qt (4.9 L) Total ꭧ1: Including the coolant in the reserve tank and that remaining in the Front engine Reserve tank capacity: Rear 0.18 US gal (0.675 L) ꭧ2: Excluding the oil remaining in the engine 2010 ZDX...
Page 613 Pressure Front/Rear 32 psi (220 kPa, 2.2 kgf/cm ꭧ2: On models with adaptive cruise control (ACC) Spare 60 psi (420 kPa, 4.2 kgf/cm Battery 12 V － 60AH/5 HR Capacity 12 V － 72AH/20 HR 2010 ZDX...
Page 614 Treadwear 200 cornering, hydroplaning, or peak practices and differences in road traction characteristics. Traction AA characteristics and climate. Temperature A All passenger car tires must conform to Federal Safety Requirements in addition to these grades. 2010 ZDX...
Page 615 C corresponds to a level of performance which all passenger car tires must meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 109. Grades B and A represent higher levels of performance on the laboratory test wheel than the minimum required by law. 2010 ZDX...
Page 616: Tire Labeling
－ Tire construction code (R the U.S. Department of indicates radial). Transportation. (1) Tire Size 19 － Rim diameter in inches. B97R － Manufacturer's (2) Tire Identification Number (TIN) (3) Maximum Tire Pressure identification mark. (4) Maximum Tire Load 2010 ZDX...
Page 617 Recommended Inflation Pressure －The cold tire inflation pressure recommended by the manufacturer. Treadwear Indicators (TWI)－ Means the projections within the principal grooves designed to give a visual indication of the degrees of wear of the tread. 2010 ZDX...
Page 618 TPMS low tire the proper pressure. pressure telltale. 2010 ZDX...
Page 619 TPMS malfunctions may occur for a variety of reasons, including the installation of replacement or alternate tires or wheels on the vehicle that prevent the TPMS from functioning properly. 2010 ZDX...
Page 620: Emissions Controls
They are then drawn into conditions of sunlight and climate, 542. the engine and burned. NOx and HC react to form ꭧ In Canada, Acura vehicles comply Evaporative Emissions Control photochemical ‘‘smog.’’ Carbon with the Canadian emission System monoxide does not contribute to...
Page 621 HC, CO, and NOx produced. Acura replacement parts or their converter. These four systems work equivalent for repairs. Using lower together to control the engine's...
Page 622: Three Way Catalytic Converter
The catalytic converter is referred to as a three-way catalyst, since it acts on HC, CO, and NOx. A replacement unit must be an original Acura part or its equivalent. WARM UP THREE WAY CATALYTIC THREE WAY CATALYTIC CONVERTER...
Page 623 2. Make sure the vehicle has been parked with the engine off for 6 hours or more. 3. Make sure the ambient temperature is between 40° and 95°F (4° and 35°C). CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 624 If you cannot do this for a continuous 90 seconds because of traffic conditions, drive for at least 30 seconds, then repeat it two more times (for a total of 90 seconds). 2010 ZDX...
Page 625 Warranty and Client Relations ... Client Service Information ....Warranty Coverages Reporting Safety Defects (U.S........Vehicles) ....Authorized Manuals 2010 ZDX...
Page 626: Client Service Information
Client Service Information Acura dealership personnel are Canadian Owners: When you call or write, please give trained professionals. They should us this information: Acura Client Services be able to answer all your questions. Honda Canada Inc. Vehicle Identification Number (see ●...
Page 627: Warranty Coverages
Tire warranty warranty booklet for exact information is in a separate booklet. Replacement Parts Limited Warranty information. － covers all Acura replacement parts Canadian Owners Original Equipment Battery Limited against defects in materials and Please refer to the 2010 warranty －...
Page 628 Jersey Avenue, SE., Washington, DC to notifying American Honda Motor Co., Inc. problems between you, your dealer, 20590. You can also obtain other or American Honda Motor Co., Inc. information about motor vehicle safety from http://www.safercar.gov. 2010 ZDX...
Page 629: Authorized Manuals
Describes the procedures involved in the replacement 61SZN00EL 2010 Acura ZDX of damaged body parts. Electrical Troubleshooting Manual 61SZN30 2010 Acura ZDX Body Repair Manual 31SZN600 2010 Acura ZDX Owner's Manual 31SZN800 2010 Acura ZDX Navigation System Owner's Manual 31SZNM00...
Page 630 ....System Indicator 66, 594 ........ Operation Charging System ....... Wear Indicators ..... Anti-theft, Audio System ......Indicator 65, 592 ......Braking System Anti-theft Steering Column ......Jump Starting ............Break-in, New Vehicle Lock ......Maintenance CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 631 Cargo, How to Carry ........Tethers Crankcase Emissions Control ......Carrying Cargo ............Warning Labels System .... CAUTION, Explanation of ....... Where Should a Child Sit? Cruise Control Indicator ........CD Care ... Cruise Control Operation 2010 ZDX...
Page 632 Disc Brake Wear Indicators ....Emergency Towing ........Disc Care ....Emissions Controls ............Disc Changer Economy, Fuel ...... Emissions Testing Disc Changer Error Electric Power Steering (EPS) ..............Messages Indicator ......Disc Player 244, 300 CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 633 Engine Coolant Temperature ..............Belts by Ventilation .......... Fuel ..........Fuel ......Speedometer ......... Economy ......Tachometer ....Fill Door and Cap GAWR (Gross Axle Weight ........Gauge ..............Fan, Interior Rating) ....Low Fuel Indicator 2010 ZDX...
Page 634 Important Safety Precautions ..... Seat Belt Reminder ......Lights On Indicator Indicators, Instrument Panel ....... Security System ....Low Beams, Turning on ABS (Anti-lock Brake) ......... SH-AWD ® ........Reminder Chime Active Damper System CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 635 ..LATCH Anchorage System ......Interface Dial ....Light Control Buttons ......Interior Care Lights ......Maintenance ......Interior Lights ....Bulb Replacement ..Main Items and Sub Items ....... Courtesy Lights ........Indicator ........Minder ........Introduction 2010 ZDX...
Page 636 New Vehicle Break-in ..........Overheating, Engine system) ....NOTICE, Explanation of ..Owner's Maintenance Checks Playing the AM/FM ..... Numbers, Identification ............. Oxygenated Fuels Radio 230, ..Playing the XM Radio 238, ® ....... Pollen Filter CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 637 Seats & Seat-Backs ......Spark Plugs ......Radiator Overheating Safety Labels, Location of ......Timing Belt ........Radio/CD Sound System Safety Messages ........Tires ....Radio/Disc Sound Seat Belt e-pretensioners ......Wiper Blades ......System 230, VIII 2010 ZDX...
Page 638 Side Marker Lights, Bulb START (Ignition Key ..............Security System Indicator Replacement in Position) ......Sensors Signaling Turns Starting the Engine ..........Driver's Seat Position Sensor Snow Tires With a Dead Battery ..... Sound System 228, CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 639 DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S....... Explanation ........... SRS Indicator Vehicles) ..... Temperature Gauge ........... System Components Inflation ....Temperature, Outside ............. Synthetic Oil ....Inspection Tensioners, Seat Belts ........Labeling ..... Tether Anchorage Points ......Maintenance 2010 ZDX...
Page 640 ..... aka Electronic Stability Identification Number ..Aluminum Alloy Wheels ..... Control (ESC), System Shifting the Automatic ........Cleaning ............ VSA OFF Indicator Treadwear ......Compact Spare ......Trip Computer ......Wrench, Nut ........Trip Meter CONTINUED 2010 ZDX...
Page 641 Index Windows ......Auto Reverse ....Operating the Power ......Rear, Defogger Windshield ........Cleaning ......... Defroster ......Washers 137, Wipers, Windshield ..... Changing Blades ........ Operation ......... Worn Tires ..Wrecker, Emergency Towing ......Radio 238, ® 2010 ZDX...
Page 642: Service Information Summary
Service Information Summary Gasoline: Rear Differential Fluid: Brake Fluid: Premium unleaded gasoline, Use Acura ATF-Z1 (automatic Honda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid pump octane number of 91 or transmission fluid) only. DOT 3 preferred, or a DOT 3 or higher. DOT 4 brake fluid as a temporary Capacity: replacement (see page 553).
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Acura 2010 ZDX Owner's Manual

1 Close and Lock the Doors

2 Adjust the Front Seats

3 Adjust the Seat-Backs

6 Maintain a Proper Sitting

5 Fasten and Position the Seat

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