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Page 1 Introduction Congratulations! Your selection of a 2011 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 Introduction California Proposition 65 Warning WARNING: This product contains or emits chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Event Data Recorders This vehicle is equipped with one or more devices commonly referred to as event data recorders. These devices record front seat belt use, front passenger seat occupancy, airbag deployment data, and the failure of any airbag system component.
Page 3 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 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 2011 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 Technical Information Contents Before Driving 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. Your Vehicle at a Glance Warranty and Client Relations A quick reference to the main...
Page 7 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 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 You'll find many safety Don't Drink and Drive Restrain All Children 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 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 Your Vehicle's Safety Features Seat Belts Help keep you from being thrown ● 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 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 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 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 Protecting Adults and Teens 3. Adjust the Seat-Backs 4. Adjust the Head Restraints 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 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 Protecting Adults and Teens If necessary, pull up on the belt again If the seat belt touches or crosses to remove any slack, then check that your neck, or if it crosses your arm the belt rests across the center of instead of your shoulder, you need to your chest and over your shoulder.
Page 22 Protecting Adults and Teens In addition, an occupant who is out of Never place the shoulder portion of a 6. Maintain a Proper Sitting lap/shoulder belt under your arm or Position position in the front seat can be This could cause behind your back.
Page 23 Protecting Adults and Teens Advice for Pregnant Women When driving, remember to sit upright and adjust the seat as far Sitting improperly or out of back as possible while allowing full position can result in serious control of the vehicle. When riding injury or death in a crash.
Page 24 Protecting Adults and Teens This will reduce the risk of injuries to Additional Safety Precautions Do not put any accessories on seat ● both you and your unborn child that Devices intended to improve Never let passengers ride in the belts.
Page 25 Protecting Adults and Teens, Additional Information About Your Seat Belts Seat Belt System Components The seat belt system Do not attach or place objects on ● Objects on Your seat belt system includes lap/ includes an indicator on the the front airbag covers. the covers marked ‘‘SRS AIRBAG’’...
Page 26 Additional Information About Your Seat Belts If either the driver or a front If the indicator comes on or the Lap/Shoulder Belt passenger does not fasten their seat beeper sounds when the driver's seat The lap/shoulder belt goes over your belt while driving, the beeper will belt is latched and there is no front shoulder, across your chest, and...
Page 27 Additional Information About Your Seat Belts All seat belts have an emergency Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners The tensioners can be activated locking retractor. In normal driving, during a collision in which the front the retractor lets you move freely in airbags do not deploy.
Page 28 Additional Information About Your Seat Belts If your vehicle gets too close to the The e-pretensioners do not activate Seat Belt e-pretensioners vehicle ahead of it in your lane, the when the vehicle stability assist driver's e-pretensioner slightly (VSA) off indicator on the instrument retracts the seat belt to alert the panel is on.
Page 29 Acura provides a limited warranty on seat belts. See your Acura Warranty Information booklet for details. 2011 ZDX...
Page 30 Additional Information About Your Airbags Airbag System Components (12) (11) (15) (14) (1) Driver's Front Airbag (2) Passenger's Front Airbag (3) Control Unit/Rollover Sensor (4) Front Seat Belt Tensioners/ ꭧ Seat Belt e-pretensioners (5) Side Airbags (6) Driver's Seat Position Sensor (7) Front Passenger's Weight Sensors (10) (8) Front Impact Sensors...
Page 31 Additional Information About Your Airbags Your Airbag System (SRS) includes: On models with CMBS, front seat Weight sensors that monitor the ● ● belt e-pretensioners (see page 24). weight on the front passenger's seat. Two SRS (Supplemental Restraint ● If the weight is about 65 lbs (29 kg) System) front airbags.
Page 32 Additional Information About Your Airbags A sophisticated electronic system An indicator on the dashboard that How Your Front Airbags Work ● ● that continually monitors and alerts you that the passenger's front records information about the airbag has been turned off (see page sensors, the control unit, the airbag 35).
Page 33 Additional Information About Your Airbags During a frontal crash, your seat belt The total time for inflation and restrains your lower body and torso, deflation is one-tenth of a second, so and the front airbag helps protect fast that most occupants are not your head and chest.
Page 34 Additional Information About Your Airbags Dual-Stage, Multiple-Threshold Front Advanced Airbags Airbags (SRS) Your front airbags are also advanced Your vehicle is equipped with dual- airbags. The main purpose of this stage, multiple-threshold front feature is to help prevent airbag- airbags (SRS). During a frontal crash caused injuries to short drivers and severe enough to cause one or both children or small statured adults who...
Page 35 Although Acura does Also, make sure the floor mat behind not encourage carrying an infant or To ensure that the passenger's the front passenger's seat is hooked...
Page 36 Although Acura does not encourage To get the best protection from the children to ride in front, if the side airbags, front seat occupants...
Page 37 Additional Information About Your Airbags In a Rollover If the side airbag off indicator comes How Your Side Curtain Airbags If the SRS control unit senses that on (see page 35), have the passenger Work your vehicle is about to rollover, it sit upright.
Page 38 Additional Information About Your Airbags If the indicator comes on at any other How the SRS Indicator Works The SRS indicator alerts time, or does not come on at all, you Ignoring the SRS indicator can should have the system checked by you to a potential problem result in serious injury or death your dealer.
Page 39 Additional Information About Your Airbags How the Side Airbag Off Indicator Models equipped with the keyless How the Passenger Airbag Off access system have an engine start/ Works Indicator Works stop button instead of an ignition U.S. Canada PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF INDICATOR switch.
Page 40 Additional Information About Your Airbags Be aware that objects placed on the If the indicator comes on with no Airbag Service front seat can cause the indicator to front seat passenger and no objects Your airbag systems are virtually come on. on the seat, or with an adult riding maintenance free, and there are no there, something may be interfering...
Page 41 Tampering could cause reason. accommodate a person with their anchors worn during a crash the airbags to deploy, possibly disabilities, first contact Acura to make sure they are operating causing very serious injury. Client Services. In the US call properly.
Page 42 Protecting Children － General Guidelines All Children Must Be Restrained Each year, many children are injured Children who are unrestrained or killed in vehicle crashes because or improperly restrained can be they are either unrestrained or not seriously injured or killed in a properly restrained.
Page 43 Protecting Children － General Guidelines Small Children All Children Should Sit in a Back The Passenger's Front Airbag Can Placing a forward-facing child seat in Seat Pose Serious Risks the front seat of a vehicle equipped According to crash statistics, Front airbags have been designed to with a passenger's front airbag can be children of all ages and sizes are...
Page 44 Protecting Children － General Guidelines To remind you of the passenger's U.S. Models front airbag hazards, and that DASHBOARD children must be properly restrained 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.
Page 45 Protecting Children － General Guidelines If You Must Drive with Several If a Child Requires Close Additional Safety Precautions Children Attention Never hold an infant or child on ● If you are not wearing a Your vehicle has a back seat where Many parents say they prefer to put your lap.
Page 46 Protecting Children － General Guidelines ꭧ: Models equipped with the For example, infants and small Make sure any unused seat belt ● that a child can reach is buckled, children left in a vehicle on a hot keyless access system have an the lockable retractor is activated, day can die from heatstroke.
Page 47 Protecting Infants and Small Children Rear-facing Child Seat Placement Protecting Infants Two types of seats may be used: a A rear-facing child seat can be placed seat designed exclusively for infants, in any seating position in the back or a convertible seat used in the rear- seat, but not in the front.
Page 48 Protecting Infants and Small Children In any of these situations, we Child Seat Type Protecting Small Children Many states, Canadian provinces and strongly recommend that you install territories allow a child one year of the child seat directly behind the age or older who also meets the front passenger's seat, move the seat minimum size and weight...
Page 49 Protecting Infants and Small Children Child Seat Placement Even with advanced front airbags We strongly recommend placing a that automatically turn the Placing a forward-facing child forward-facing child seat in a back passenger's front airbag off (see page seat in the front seat can result seat, not the front.
Page 50 Selecting a Child Seat When buying a child seat, you need In seating positions and vehicles not Whatever type of seat you choose, to to choose either a conventional child equipped with LATCH, a LATCH- provide proper protection, a child seat, or one designed for use with compatible child seat can be installed seat should meet three...
Page 51 Installing a Child Seat After selecting a proper child seat A child seat secured with a seat belt The following pages provide and a good place to install the seat, should be installed as firmly as guidelines on how to properly install there are three main steps in possible.
Page 52 Installing a Child Seat Installing a Child Seat with HEAD RESTRAINT BUTTON LATCH Your vehicle is equipped with LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren) at the outer rear seats. The lower anchors are located between the seat-back and seat bottom, and are to be used only with a child seat designed for use with LATCH.
Page 53 Installing a Child Seat TETHER STRAP RIGID TYPE FLEXIBLE TYPE 4. Place the child seat on the vehicle Other LATCH-compatible seats 6. Lift the head restraint (see page seat, then attach the seat to the have a flexible-type connector as 162), then route the tether strap lower anchors according to the shown above.
Page 54 Installing a Child Seat Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/ Shoulder Belt When not using the LATCH system, all child seats must be secured to the vehicle with the lap part of a lap/ shoulder belt. In addition, the lap/shoulder belts in all seating positions except the driver's have a lockable retractor that must be activated to secure a child...
Page 55 Installing a Child Seat 2. To activate the lockable retractor, 4. After confirming that the belt is 5. Push and pull the child seat slowly pull the shoulder part of the locked, grab the shoulder part of forward and from side-to-side to belt all the way out until it stops, the belt near the buckle, and pull verify that it is secure enough to...
Page 56 Installing a Child Seat Installing a Child Seat with a TETHER STRAP Tether TETHER ANCHORAGE POINTS Outer Seating Position Center Seating Position 1. After properly securing the child For the center seat, lower the head seat (see page 50), lift the head restraint, then route the tether restraint, then route the tether strap over the head restraint and...
Page 57 Protecting Larger Children When a child reaches the Checking Seat Belt Fit recommended weight or height limit Allowing a child age 12 or under for a forward-facing child seat, the to sit in front can result in injury child should sit in a back seat on a or death if the passenger's front booster seat and wear the lap/ airbag inflates.
Page 58 Protecting Larger Children 3. Does the shoulder belt cross Some states, Canadian provinces and Using a Booster Seat between the child's neck and arm? territories also require children to use a booster seat until they reach a 4. Is the lap part of the belt as low as given age or weight (e.g., 6 years or possible, touching the child's 60 lbs).
Page 59 Protecting Larger Children If a child who uses a booster seat When Can a Larger Child Sit in Of course, children vary widely. And must ride in front, move the vehicle while age may be one indicator of Front seat as far back as possible and be The National Highway Traffic Safety when a child can safely ride in front, sure the child is wearing the seat belt...
Page 60 Protecting Larger Children If you decide that a child can safely Additional Safety Precautions Do not put any accessories on a ● ride up front, be sure to: Devices intended to Do not let a child wear a seat belt seat belt.
Page 61 Carbon Monoxide Hazard Your vehicle's exhaust contains With the tailgate open, airflow can carbon monoxide gas. Carbon pull exhaust gas into your vehicle's Carbon monoxide gas is toxic. monoxide should not enter the interior and create a hazardous Breathing it can cause vehicle in normal driving if you condition.
Page 62 Safety Labels These labels are in the locations shown. They warn you of potential hazards that could cause serious injury or death. Read these labels carefully. 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.
Page 63 Safety Labels SUN VISOR DOORJAMBS U.S. models U.S. models Canadian models Canadian models U.S. models 2011 ZDX...
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Page 65 Instruments and Controls ......This section gives information about Control Locations Front Seat Heaters and Seat ............the controls and displays that Instrument Panel Ventilation ..contribute to the daily operation of Instrument Panel Indicators Rear Seat Heaters (Canadian ..........
Page 66 Control Locations INSTRUMENT PANEL INDICATORS (P. 63) HOMELINK BUTTONS (P. 396) GAUGES (P. 76) MULTI-INFORMATION DISPLAY (P. 78) PANORAMIC GLASS ROOF SWITCH (P. 174) POWER TAILGATE BUTTON (P. 153) MIRROR CONTROL AUTO BUTTON (P. 177) DRIVING POSITION MEMORY SYSTEM (P. 180) POWER DOOR LOCK MASTER SWITCH CLIMATE CONTROL...
Page 67 Instrument Panel MULTI-INFORMATION DISPLAY (P. 78) SECURITY SYSTEM INDICATOR (P. 72) MESSAGE INDICATOR (P. 69) ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR (P. 67) SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM FOG LIGHT INDICATOR (P. 71) INDICATOR (P. 66) CHARGING SYSTEM INDICATOR (P. 65, 592) HIGH BEAM INDICATOR (P. 71) ELECTRONICALLY CONTROLLED LOW OIL PRESSURE INDICATOR (P.
Page 68 Instrument Panel Indicators The instrument panel has many If either of you do not fasten your Seat Belt Reminder indicators to give you important Indicator seat belt while driving, the beeper information about your vehicle. will sound and the indicator will flash This indicator comes on when you again at regular intervals, and you turn the ignition switch to the ON...
Page 69 Instrument Panel Indicators Low Oil Pressure Charging System Malfunction Indicator Indicator Indicator Lamp You will see a ‘‘CHECK EMISSION The engine can be severely damaged This indicator has two functions: if this indicator flashes or stays on SYSTEM’’ message on the multi- 1.
Page 70 Instrument Panel Indicators 2. If it stays on after you have fully Parking Brake Supplemental Restraint U.S. Canada and Brake released the parking brake while System Indicator System Indicator the engine is running, or if it This indicator comes on briefly when comes on while driving, it can you turn the ignition switch ꭧ...
Page 71 Instrument Panel Indicators Anti-lock Brake System Vehicle Stability Assist U.S. Canada (ABS) Indicator (VSA) System Indicator Side Airbag Off Indicator This indicator normally comes on for This indicator normally comes on for a few seconds when you turn the a few seconds when you turn the This indicator comes on when you ꭧ...
Page 72 Instrument Panel Indicators 2. If it comes on and stays on at any VSA OFF Indicator Turn Signal and other time, there is a problem with Hazard Warning the VSA or Hill Start Assist Indicators This indicator comes on as a system.
Page 73 Instrument Panel Indicators Low Tire Pressure/ If this happens, pull to the side of the Message Indicator road when it is safe, check which tire TPMS Indicator has lost pressure on the multi- This indicator comes on when there This indicator normally comes on for information display, and determine is a system message on the multi- a few seconds when you turn the...
Page 74 Instrument Panel Indicators If the indicator blinks while driving, Super Handling-All Immobilizer System Wheel Drive (SH-AWD) it indicates the differential Indicator Indicator temperature is too high. This indicator comes on briefly when You will also see a ‘‘SH-AWD DIFF This indicator normally comes on for you turn the ignition switch to the TEMP.
Page 75 Instrument Panel Indicators Lights On Indicator Fog Light Indicator Cruise Main Indicator On models without adaptive cruise This indicator reminds you that the This indicator comes on when you exterior lights are on. It comes on control (ACC) turn on the fog lights. For more when the light switch is in either the This indicator comes on when you information, see page 141.
Page 76 Instrument Panel Indicators Active Damper System Low Fuel Indicator Security System Indicator Indicator On models with active damper system This indicator normally comes on for a few seconds when you select the ON mode by operating the engine start/stop button (see page 194). If this indicator comes on at any other time, there is a problem in the system.
Page 77 Instrument Panel Indicators Adaptive Cruise Control Keyless Access System 2. If this indicator comes on along with a ‘‘CHECK KEYLESS (ACC) Indicator (Amber) Indicator STARTING SYSTEM’’ message on On models with keyless access On models with adaptive cruise control the multi-information display, (ACC) system there is a problem with the keyless...
Page 78 Instrument Panel Indicators If this happens, stop the vehicle in a Electronically Controlled Collision Mitigation Power Steering System safe place, and turn off the engine. Braking System™ (ECPS) Indicator Reset the system by restarting the (CMBS™) Indicator engine, and watch this indicator. If it On models with electronically On models with collision mitigation does not go off or comes back on...
Page 79 Instrument Panel Indicators If the indicator comes on at any other Blind Spot Information If the indicator comes on at any other time, there is a problem with the time, there is a problem with BSI. System (BSI) Indicator CMBS. You will also see a ‘‘CHECK You will also see a ‘‘CHECK BLIND On models with blind spot CMBS SYSTEM’’...
Page 80 Gauges Fuel Gauge This shows how much fuel you have. It may show slightly more or less MULTI-INFORMATION DISPLAY than the actual amount. TACHOMETER SPEEDOMETER The needle returns to the bottom after you turn off the ignition/power TEMPERATURE FUEL GAUGE mode.
Page 81 Gauges Temperature Gauge This shows the temperature of the engine's coolant. During normal operation, the pointer should rise from the bottom mark to about the middle of the gauge. In severe driving conditions, such as very hot weather or a long period of uphill driving, the pointer may rise to the upper zone.
Page 82 Multi-Information Display The multi-information display in the You can select the displayed Normal Display Messages instrument panel displays various language and also customize some information and messages when the vehicle control settings to your liking Remote transmitter/keyless access remote 1 is used. ignition switch is in the ON (II) with the multi-information display position.
Page 83 Multi-Information Display On models with keyless access SEL/RESET BUTTON system These messages go off in several seconds. 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).
Page 84 Multi-Information Display In the multi-information display, the In the normal display mode, the UPPER SEGMENT system message is also displayed upper segment displays trip (see page 81) and you can customize computer information, such as fuel your vehicle control settings (see economy or average speed.
Page 85 Multi-Information Display Main Menu Keyless Memory Settings™ (See page 95) : Press the INFO button (▲/▼). : Press the SEL/RESET button. ꭧ (See page 84) Engine Oil Life Trip Meter (See page 82) (See page 83) Odometer (See page 82) Outside Temperature (See page 83) Trip Computer (See page 87) SH-AWD Torque Distribution Monitor...
Page 86 Multi-Information Display When you reset Trip A, average fuel Odometer Trip Meter economy A, average vehicle speed A, and elapsed time A are reset at the same time. When you reset Trip B, Canada average fuel economy B, average U.S. U.S.
Page 87 Multi-Information Display Outside Temperature The temperature sensor is in the Engine Oil Life front bumper. The temperature reading can be affected by heat reflection from the road surface, engine heat, and the exhaust from U.S. Canada surrounding traffic. This can cause an incorrect temperature reading when your vehicle speed is under 19 mph (30 km/h).
Page 88 Multi-Information Display Bluetooth SH-AWD Torque Distribution Tire Pressure Monitor ® HandsFreeLink ® Monitor U.S. Canada U.S. model is shown. U.S. model is shown. You can see the pressure of each tire You can receive or make phone calls This monitor shows how much in this monitor.
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 Multi-Information Display Models equipped with the keyless access system have an engine start/ stop button instead of an ignition switch (IGN). ON mode is the equivalent of ON (II). See page for ignition switch and power mode comparison. IGN ACCESSORY (I) or LOCK (0)－ Follow the multi-information display message and turn off all electrical devices.
Page 91 Multi-Information Display Trip Computer Along with the trip meter, the trip computer calculates these values: Average Fuel Economy ● Average Vehicle Speed ● Elapsed Time ● Instant Fuel Economy ● Range ● You can customize the Trip A information (Trip A, average fuel economy A, average vehicle speed A, and elapsed time A) reset condition in the multi-information display (see...
Page 92 Multi-Information Display INST. MPG (U.S. models)/INST. L/ RANGE ELAPSED TIME A/B 100 km (Canadian models) This shows the estimated distance This shows the accumulated This shows your instant fuel you can travel on the fuel remaining traveling time since you last reset it. economy.
Page 93 Multi-Information Display System Messages The system message(s) triggers the To switch the message(s) before 5 appropriate indicator(s) on the seconds have elapsed, press the SYSTEM MESSAGE INDICATOR instrument panel, including the INFO (▲/▼) button on the steering system message indicator, to come wheel.
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 2011 ZDX...
Page 95 Multi-Information Display See page See page See page 474, See page See page See page See page See page See page See page See page On models with Integrated On models with See page Dynamics System (IDS) Integrated Dynamics System (IDS) U.S.
Page 96 Multi-Information Display On models with keyless access See page system See page See page On models with adaptive cruise control (ACC) See page See page See page On models with collision mitigation braking system (CMBS) See page See page On models with blind spot See page information system (BSI) On models with collision...
Page 97 Multi-Information Display See page See page See page See page See page See page See page See page CONTINUED 2011 ZDX...
Page 98 Multi-Information Display You can customize some vehicle See page to link your remote Customize Settings control settings for ‘‘DRIVER 1’’ and You can customize some vehicle transmitter/keyless access remote to ‘‘DRIVER 2’’ separately. If ‘‘DRIVER control settings. your vehicle. 1’’ or ‘‘DRIVER 2’’ is not displayed, To change the settings, the ignition If the remote transmitter is not switch must be in the ON (II)
Page 99 Multi-Information Display If you want to change any vehicle DRIVER'S ID control settings, select Keyless Memory Settings™ by pressing either INFO button (▲/▼), then press the SEL/RESET button. Select CHG SETTING, then press the SEL/ RESET button. If you want the settings as they were when the vehicle left the factory, select DEFAULT ALL, as described Press the SEL/RESET...
Page 100 Multi-Information Display Group Setup Menu Item Description Setting Option Page ꭧ2 ꭧ1 ACC SETUP PRE-RUNNING CAR DETECT Causes the system to beep when a vehicle ahead of (P. 102) BEEP you gets too close. ꭧ1 ACC DISPLAY SPEED UNIT Changes the ACC display speed unit. km/h (Canada) ꭧ1...
Page 101 Multi-Information Display Group Setup Menu Item Description Setting Option Page POSITION MEMORY POSITION LINK Changes the driver's seat, the steering wheel, and ꭧ1 SETUP the outside mirror positions to a stored setting. (P. 114) AUTO TILT AND Moves the steering wheel fully up when you get in/ ꭧ1 TELESCOPE STEERING get out of the vehicle.
Page 102 Multi-Information Display Group Setup Menu Item Description Setting Option Page DOOR /WINDOW AUTO DOOR LOCK Changes when the doors automatically lock. SHIFT FROM P SETUP WITH VEHICLE (P. 128) SPEED ꭧ AUTO DOOR UNLOCK Changes when the doors automatically unlock. SHIFT DRIVER ꭧ...
Page 103 Multi-Information Display DEFAULT ALL To set the default settings, press the When DEFAULT ALL is set, you will INFO (▲/▼) button to select SET see the above display for several If you want to set the default settings, then press the SEL/RESET button. seconds, then the screen returns to press the INFO (▲/▼) button to the default all setting display.
Page 104 Multi-Information Display Each time you press the INFO Customize Settings You can customize some of the (▲/▼) button, the screen changes vehicle control settings to your as shown on the next page. Press the preference. Here are the settings you INFO (▲/▼) button, until you see can customize: the setup you want to customize,...
Page 105 Multi-Information Display ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL ꭧ1 (ACC) SETUP (See page 102) METER SETUP (See page 105) POSITION SETUP (See page 114) Select ‘‘EXIT’’ KEYLESS ꭧ2 ACCESS SETUP (See page 118) Select Select ‘‘CANCEL’’ ‘‘DEFAULT ALL’’ LIGHTING SETUP (See page 123) DOOR/WINDOW SETUP : Press the INFO button (▲/▼).
Page 106 Multi-Information Display Adaptive Cruise Control Setup On models with adaptive cruise control (ACC) Here are the two custom settings for adaptive cruise control (ACC): PRE-RUNNING CAR DETECT ● BEEP ACC DISPLAY SPEED UNIT ● While ‘‘ACC SETUP’’ is shown, press the SEL/RESET button to enter the customize mode.
Page 107 Multi-Information Display Pre-Running Car Detect Beep When PRE-RUNNING CAR DETECT BEEP is set to ON, one beep sounds when the ACC detects a vehicle in front of you. You also hear a beep when that vehicle goes out of the range of your vehicle's radar sensor.
Page 108 Multi-Information Display Adaptive Cruise Control Display Speed Unit To change the unit of measurement from mph to km/h, do this: When your selection is successfully You can choose this item to customize from ‘‘ACC SETUP’’ by completed, the display changes as shown above, and then goes back to pressing the INFO (▲/▼) button the customize item screen.
Page 109 Multi-Information Display Meter Setup Here are the five or six custom settings for the meter setup: LANGUAGE SELECTION ● ADJUST OUTSIDE TEMP. ● DISPLAY TRIP COMPUTER TRIP A INFO ● RESET ADJUST ALARM VOLUME ● AUTO INTERIOR ● Press the SEL/RESET button to see When your selection is successfully ILLUMINATION the selections.
Page 110 Multi-Information Display Each time you press the INFO (▲/▼) button, the display changes as shown in the illustration. Press the 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 (▲/▼).
Page 111 Multi-Information Display Language Selection Press the SEL/RESET button to see When your selection is successfully the selections. completed, the display changes as There are three language selections shown above, and then goes back to you can make: English, French, and Select the desired language by the customize item screen.
Page 112 Multi-Information Display Adjust Outside Temp. Display U.S. U.S. Canada Canada Adjust the outside temperature value When your selection is successfully by pressing the INFO (▲/▼) button completed, the display changes as If you sometimes find that the repeatedly. Press the SEL/RESET shown above, and then goes back to temperature reading is a few degrees button to set the desired value.
Page 113 Multi-Information Display IGN OFF－The Trip A information is Trip Computer Trip A Info Reset reset when you turn the ignition You can select the reset timing of the switch to the LOCK (0) position. Trip A information: Trip A, Average Fuel Economy A, Average Vehicle Models equipped with the keyless Speed A, and Elapsed Time A.
Page 114 Multi-Information Display Adjust Alarm Volume Press the SEL/RESET button to see When your selection is successfully the selections. completed, the display changes as Select the warning alarm volume shown above, and then goes back to Select the desired setting by from three levels.
Page 115 Multi-Information Display Auto Interior Illumination To reduce glare at night, the instrument lights gradually dim when you turn the headlight switch on. You can customize when the instrument lights dim, according to the outside light level. There are MAX, HIGH, MID, LOW and MIN levels and OFF for the auto interior illumination settings.
Page 116 Multi-Information Display You can choose this customize item Press the SEL/RESET button to see When your selection is successfully from ‘‘METER SETUP’’ by pressing the selections. completed, the display changes as the INFO (▲/▼) button repeatedly. shown above, and then goes back to Select the desired setting by the customize item screen.
Page 117 Multi-Information Display Keyless Start Guidance Screens On models with keyless access system When this item is set to ON, you will see some guidance messages on the multi-information display. You can change this setting between on and off. For more information on start guidance messages, see page 197.
Page 118 Multi-Information Display Position Setup Here are the two custom settings for the position setup: MEMORY POSITION LINK ● AUTO TILT AND TELESCOPE ● STEERING WHEEL While ‘‘POSITION SETUP’’ is shown, press the SEL/RESET button to enter the customize mode. Each time you press the INFO (▲/▼) button, the screen changes as shown in the illustration.
Page 119 Multi-Information Display To set the memory positions, see Memory Position Link page 180. On models with keyless access system For information on using the remote, see page 183. You can choose this customize item from ‘‘POSITION SETUP’’ by If ‘‘MEMORY POSITION LINK’’ is pressing the INFO (▲/▼) button set to ‘‘ON,’’...
Page 120 Multi-Information Display You can choose this customize item Auto Tilt and Telescope Steering Wheel from ‘‘POSITION SETUP’’ by pressing the INFO (▲/▼) button repeatedly. When your selection is successfully completed, the display changes as When ‘‘AUTO TILT AND shown above, and then goes back to TELESCOPE STEERING WHEEL’’...
Page 121 Multi-Information Display Press the SEL/RESET button to see When your selection is successfully the selections. completed, the display changes as shown above, and then goes back to Select ON or OFF by pressing the the customize item screen. INFO (▲/▼) button, then enter If the ‘‘SETTING INCOMPLETE’’...
Page 122 Multi-Information Display Keyless Access Setup On models with keyless access system There are three custom settings for the keyless access setup: DOOR UNLOCK MODE ● KEYLESS ACCESS LIGHT FLASH ● KEYLESS ACCESS BEEP ● While ‘‘KEYLESS ACCESS SETUP’’ is shown, press the SEL/RESET button to enter the customize mode.
Page 123 Multi-Information Display Door Unlock Mode Press the SEL/RESET button to see When your selection is successfully the selections. completed, the display changes as To select whether the driver's door shown above, and then goes back to or all doors unlock when you open Select DRIVER DOOR or ALL the customize item screen.
Page 124 Multi-Information Display Keyless Access Light Flash When KEYLESS ACCESS LIGHT FLASH is set to ON, some exterior lights blink twice when you unlock the doors by grabbing the driver's door handle while carrying the remote. The same exterior lights blink once when you lock the doors by pushing the door lock button while carrying the remote.
Page 125 Multi-Information Display Keyless Access Beep When KEYLESS ACCESS BEEP is set to ON, the beeper sounds twice when you unlock the doors by grabbing the driver's door handle while carrying the remote. When you lock the doors by pushing the door lock button while carrying the remote, the beeper sounds once.
Page 126 Multi-Information Display Press the SEL/RESET button to see When your selection is successfully the selections. completed, the display changes as shown above, and then goes back to Select ON or OFF by pressing the the customize item screen. INFO (▲/▼) button, then enter If the ‘‘SETTING INCOMPLETE’’...
Page 127 Multi-Information Display Lighting Setup Here are the three custom settings for the lighting setup: INTERIOR LIGHT DIMMING ● TIME HEADLIGHT AUTO OFF TIMER ● AUTO LIGHT SENSITIVITY ● While ‘‘LIGHTING SETUP’’ is shown, press the SEL/RESET button to enter the customize mode. Each time you press the INFO (▲/▼) button, the screen changes as shown in the illustration.
Page 128 Multi-Information Display Interior Light Dimming Time Press the SEL/RESET button to see When your selection is successfully the selections. completed, the display changes as The interior lights fade out when you shown above, and then goes back to close all doors and tailgate. To Select the desired setting by the customize item screen.
Page 129 Multi-Information Display Headlight Auto Off Timer The headlights, parking lights, side marker lights, taillights, and license plate lights go off after the selected time when you remove the key from the ignition switch and close the driver's door. On models with keyless access system, the lights go off after the selected time when you close the driver's door and take the...
Page 130 Multi-Information Display Auto Light Sensitivity The headlights automatically come on when the headlight switch is in the AUTO position and the ambient light reaches a changeable level. You can select the auto light sensitivity from the following five levels: MAX － The headlights come on when it is bright.
Page 131 Multi-Information Display Press the SEL/RESET button to see When your selection is successfully the selections. completed, the display changes as shown above, and then goes back to Select the desired setting by the customize item screen. pressing the INFO (▲/▼) button, If the ‘‘SETTING INCOMPLETE’’...
Page 132 Multi-Information Display Door/Window Setup Here are the five custom settings for the door/window setup: AUTO DOOR LOCK ● AUTO DOOR UNLOCK ● KEY AND REMOTE UNLOCK ● MODE KEYLESS LOCK ● ACKNOWLEDGMENT SECURITY RELOCK TIMER ● While ‘‘DOOR/WINDOW SETUP’’ is shown, press the SEL/RESET button to enter the customize mode.
Page 133 Multi-Information Display Auto Door Lock There are three settings you can choose from: SHIFT FROM P － The doors lock whenever you move the shift lever out of Park. WITH VEHICLE SPEED － The doors lock when the vehicle speed reaches about 10 mph (U.S.) or 15 km/h (Canada).
Page 134 Multi-Information Display Models equipped with the keyless Auto Door Unlock There are five possible settings you access system have an engine start/ can choose from: stop button instead of an ignition switch. VEHICLE OFF (LOCK) DRIVER DOOR WITH SHIFT TO P mode is the equivalent of LOCK (0).
Page 135 Multi-Information Display If you choose ‘‘IGN OFF,’’ you will You can choose this customize item Press the SEL/RESET button to see from ‘‘DOOR/WINDOW SETUP’’ by the selections. see the above display. pressing the INFO (▲/▼) button Select the desired setting by Press the INFO (▲/▼) button to repeatedly.
Page 136 Multi-Information Display Key and Remote Unlock Mode When your selection is successfully Press the SEL/RESET button to see completed, the display changes as the selections. To select whether the driver's door shown above, and then goes back to unlocks or all the doors unlock when Select the desired setting by the customize item screen.
Page 137 Multi-Information Display Keyless Lock Acknowledgment When you push the LOCK button on the remote transmitter or the keyless access remote, some exterior lights flash, and a beeper sounds when you push the LOCK button again within 5 seconds to verify that the doors and the tailgate are locked and the security system has set (see page 378).
Page 138 Multi-Information Display Security Relock Timer If you unlock the doors and the tailgate with the remote transmitter or the keyless access remote, but do not open any of the doors or the tailgate within 30 seconds, the doors and the tailgate automatically relock and the security system sets.
Page 139 Multi-Information Display You can choose this customize item Press the SEL/RESET button to see When your selection is successfully from ‘‘DOOR/WINDOW SETUP’’ by the selections. completed, the display changes as pressing the INFO (▲/▼) button shown above, and then goes back to Select the desired setting by repeatedly.
Page 140 Controls Near the Steering Wheel BLIND SPOT INFORMATION SYSTEM HEADLIGHT/TURN SIGNAL/ WINDSHIELD CRUISE CONTROL ꭧ1 WIPERS/WASHERS (BSI) ALERT INDICATOR (P. 514) FOG LIGHTS (P. 139/141) BUTTONS (P. 379) (P. 137) ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL (ACC) PADDLE SHIFTERS REMOTE AUDIO CONTROL ꭧ1 BUTTONS (P.
Page 141 Windshield Wipers and Washers LO － The wipers run at low speed. Push the right lever up or down to select a position. HI － The wipers run at high speed. MIST － The wipers run at high Windshield Washers － Pull the speed until you release the lever.
Page 142 Windshield Wipers and Washers Headlight Washers The headlight washers use the same On Canadian models fluid reservoir as the windshield washers. HEADLIGHT WASHER BUTTON Models equipped with the keyless access system have an engine start/ stop button instead of an ignition switch.
Page 143 Turn Signal and Headlights Turn Signal － Push down on the When the light switch is in either of lever to signal a left turn and up to these positions, the lights on signal a right turn. To signal a lane indicator comes on as a reminder.
Page 144 Turn Signal and Headlights High Beams － To switch from low AUTO － The automatic lighting Models equipped with the keyless beams to high beams, push the left feature turns on the headlights and access system have an engine start/ lever forward until you hear a click.
Page 145 Turn Signal and Headlights Fog Lights Daytime Running Lights With the headlight switch off, the daytime running lights come on when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position and release the parking brake. They remain on until you turn the ignition switch off, even if you set the parking brake.
Page 146 Turn Signal and Headlights If you turn the ignition switch to the Automatic Lighting Off Feature This feature turns off the headlights, LOCK (0) position with the headlight all other exterior lights, and the switch on, but do not open the door, instrument panel lights within 15 the lights turn off after 10 minutes (3 seconds after you remove the key...
Page 147 Hazard Warning Button, Rear Window Defogger Hazard Warning Button Rear Window Defogger The indicator in the button lights to show the defogger is on. If you do HAZARD WARNING BUTTON not turn it off, the defogger will shut itself off within about 10 to 30 minutes according to the outside temperature.
Page 148 Instrument Panel Brightness To reduce glare at night, the instrument panel illumination dims when you turn the light switch to . To cancel the glare reduction function, set the brightness to the highest level, then press the ＋ button. You will hear a beep when it is canceled.
Page 149 Steering Wheel Adjustments Make any steering wheel adjustment Release the switch when the steering ADJUSTMENT SWITCH before you start driving. wheel reaches the desired position. Make sure the steering wheel points towards your chest, not toward your face, and that you can see the instrument panel gauges and Adjusting the steering wheel indicators.
Page 150 Steering Wheel Adjustments When you remove the key from the If your vehicle's battery is ignition switch (or the vehicle is in disconnected or goes dead, or the VEHICLE OFF mode on models with fuse for the power tilt and telescopic keyless access system), the steering steering wheel is removed, the wheel automatically moves fully up.
Page 151 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 The Immobilizer System protects The system may not recognize your As required by the FCC: This device complies with Part 15 of the your vehicle from theft. If an key's coding if another immobilizer FCC rules. Operation is subject to the improperly coded key (or other key or other metal object (i.e.
Page 154 Ignition Switch LOCK (0) － You can insert or START (III) － Use this position On models without keyless access system remove the key only in this position. only to start the engine. The switch To turn the key to the LOCK (0) returns to the ON (II) position when position, the shift lever must be in you let go of the key.
Page 155 Door Locks On models with keyless access POWER DOOR LOCK Lock Lock LOCK TAB MASTER SWITCH system The built-in key can be used to lock/ unlock the doors when the remote battery becomes weak and the power door lock/unlock operation is disabled.
Page 156 Door Locks All doors and the tailgate can be On models without keyless access Lockout Prevention On models without keyless access system locked from the outside by using the system key in the driver's door lock. To To lock the driver's door, remove the With any door and the tailgate open unlock only the driver's door, insert key from the ignition switch, pull the...
Page 157 Door Locks, Tailgate Childproof Door Locks Tailgate Power Tailgate POWER TAILGATE BUTTON Unlock LEVER Lock The childproof door locks are To open the tailgate, push up inside The tailgate can be opened and designed to prevent children seated the handle, then lift up. To close the closed with the remote transmitter/ in the rear from accidentally opening tailgate, use the inner handle to pull...
Page 158 Tailgate All doors must be unlocked to Models equipped with the keyless operate the power tailgate. Press and access system have an engine start/ hold the tailgate button on the stop button instead of an ignition remote transmitter/keyless access switch. VEHICLE OFF (LOCK) remote when the ignition switch is in mode is the equivalent of LOCK (0).
Page 159 Tailgate Auto-Reverse Also check that passengers, When the tailgate or the roof is ● The power tailgate has an auto- especially children, do not have their covered with snow or ice. reverse feature. If it meets resistance hands on the edge of the tailgate or Do not install any accessories on the while opening or closing, it will beep on the tailgate sill.
Page 160 Tailgate If you try to drive off with the tailgate Unlocking the Tailgate open, a beeper sounds and a ‘‘TAILGATE OPEN’’ message is shown on the multi-information display. Keep the tailgate closed at all times while driving to avoid damaging the tailgate and to prevent exhaust gas from getting into the interior.
Page 161 Remote Transmitter UNLOCK － Press this button once On the keyless lock to unlock the driver's door (or all the acknowledgment, you can deactivate doors and the tailgate depending on the beep on locking and flashing of UNLOCK LOCK the door lock setting). Press it twice the lights (see page 133).
Page 162 Remote Transmitter TAILGATE － All doors must be Remote Transmitter Care Replacing the Transmitter Battery Avoid dropping or throwing the unlocked to operate the power If it takes several pushes on the ● transmitter. tailgate. Press and hold the button to lock or unlock the doors TAILGATE button to open or close and the tailgate, replace the battery Protect the transmitter from...
Page 163 Remote Transmitter 4. Remove the old battery and note the polarity. Make sure the polarity of the new battery is the same (－ side facing up), then insert it in the keypad. BATTERY An improperly disposed of battery can hurt the environment. Always confirm local regulations for battery disposal.
Page 164 Remote Transmitter The driving position memory As required by the FCC: Recalling a Memorized Driving This device complies with Part 15 of the Position activated (Driver 1, Driver 2) is FCC rules. Operation is subject to the shown on the back of each following two conditions: (1) This device transmitter.
Page 165 Remote Transmitter, Seats When you unlock and open the Front Seat Power Adjustments － driver's door with the remote See pages for important safety information and warnings about how to transmitter, the driver's seat (except properly position the seats and seat- the power lumbar feature) and backs.
Page 166 Seats Head Restraints Moves the whole seat up See page for important safety and forward, or down information and a warning about and backward. The front improperly positioning head restraints. of the seat also tilts up or Your vehicle is equipped with head down at the same time.
Page 167 Seats Front Rear Center Rear Outer CUSHION CUSHION RELEASE RELEASE TILT BUTTON BUTTON BUTTON LEGS SEAT-BACK LEGS Adjusting the Head Restraint To lower either rear outer head The head restraints adjust for height. restraint for better visibility, press You need both hands to adjust the the tilt button on the side of the head restraint.
Page 168 Seats Removing the Head Restraint Rear Outer To remove a front or rear center TILT BUTTON Failure to reinstall the head head restraint for cleaning or repair, restraints can result in severe pull it up as far as it will go. Push the injury during a crash.
Page 169 ● 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 Seats Folding the Rear Seats The left and right halves can be folded separately. Remove any items from the seats before folding the seat-backs. HANDLE 1. Store the center seat belt buckle 2. Lower the head restraints to their into the pocket in the rear seat- lowest positions.
Page 171 Seats, Front Seat Heaters Reverse this procedure to return the Front Seat Heaters Models equipped with the keyless seat-back to the upright position. Pull access system have an engine start/ on the seat-back to make sure it is stop button instead of an ignition Passenger's Seat latched.
Page 172 Front Seat Heaters, Front Seat Heaters and Seat Ventilation In the HI setting, the heater turns off Front Seat Heaters and Seat when the seat gets warm, and turns Ventilation INDICATORS back on after the seat's temperature drops. Passenger's seat In the LO setting, the heater runs continuously.
Page 173 Front Seat Heaters and Seat Ventilation To use the heaters, press the seat To ventilate the seat, press the seat Follow these precautions whenever heater button. The indicator (red) ventilation button. The indicator you use the seat heaters and the seat next to the button will come on.
Page 174 Rear Seat Heaters (Canadian models) The outer rear seat cushions are Push the right side of the switch, HI, equipped with seat heaters. to rapidly heat up the seat. After the seat reaches a comfortable temperature, select LO by pushing the left side of the switch.
Page 175 Rear Seat Heaters (Canadian models), Power Windows Follow these precautions whenever Power Windows Models equipped with the keyless you use the seat heaters: access system have an engine start/ DRIVER'S WINDOW MAIN SWITCH stop button instead of an ignition Use the HI setting only to heat the SWITCH ●...
Page 176 Power Windows AUTO REVERSE － If either front To close either front window fully, Opening the Windows, Panoramic pull back the window switch firmly to window senses any obstacle while it Glass Roof, and Sunshades with the second detent, then release it. is closing automatically, it will the Remote Transmitter/Keyless The window automatically goes all...
Page 177 Power Windows 3. To open the windows and Opening/Closing the Windows, To open: panoramic glass roof further, press Panoramic Glass Roof, and 1. Insert the key in the driver's door the button again (within 20 Sunshades with the Key or the lock.
Page 178 Power Windows, Panoramic Glass Roof To close: 4. To close the windows, panoramic Panoramic Glass Roof glass roof, and sunshades further, 1. Insert the key in the driver's door turn and hold the key again lock. (within 20 seconds of step 2). 2.
Page 179 Panoramic Glass Roof The panoramic glass roof can operate To tilt up the panoramic glass roof, only when the sunshades are fully push on the center of the panoramic Opening or closing the open. glass roof switch. The sunshades will panoramic glass roof or open automatically and the The sunshades can be opened or...
Page 180 Panoramic Glass Roof, Parking Brake You can open and close the If you drive without releasing the Parking Brake panoramic glass roof and sunshade parking brake, a beeper will sound, and you will also see a ‘‘RELEASE for up to 10 minutes after you turn off the ignition switch , or on models PARKING BRAKE’’...
Page 181 Mirrors On models without navigation Keep the inside and outside mirrors clean and adjusted for best visibility. system Be sure to adjust the mirrors before When you shift to reverse with the you start driving. ignition switch in the ON (II) position, the rear view is shown on the left side of the inside mirror.
Page 182 Mirrors 3. Push the appropriate edge of the Adjusting the Power Mirrors Reverse Tilt Door Mirror adjustment switch to move the Both outside door mirrors have a SELECTOR SWITCH mirror right, left, up, or down. reverse tilt feature. When in reverse, the selected mirror will tilt down 4.
Page 183 Mirrors Heated Power Mirrors This heated mirror function has a timer (see page 143). REAR DEFROST AND HEATED MIRROR BUTTON 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).
Page 184 Driving Position Memory System Your vehicle has a memory feature 2. Adjust the seat to a comfortable Storing a Driving Position in for the steering wheel, driver's seat, Memory position (see page 161). and outside mirror positions. Store a driving position only when Adjust the steering wheel to a the vehicle is parked.
Page 185 Driving Position Memory System Doing any of the following after Each memory button stores only one MEMORY BUTTONS pressing the SET button will cancel driving position. Storing a new the storing procedure. position erases the previous setting stored in that button's memory. If Not pressing a memory button ●...
Page 186 Driving Position Memory System To stop the system's automatic Selecting a Memorized Position To select a memorized position, do adjustment, do any of these actions: this: Press any button on the control ● 1. Make sure the shift lever is in panel: SET, 1, or 2.
Page 187 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 Keyless Access System Keys BUILT-IN KEYS KEYLESS ACCESS REMOTES OPERATING RANGE KEY NUMBER TAG Keyless Access Remote Anyone can lock/unlock a door or This remote is used to lock/unlock open the tailgate if the remote is The following keys come with your the doors and unlock the tailgate.
Page 189 Keyless Access System To change the ‘‘DOOR UNLOCK The remote may not work if: Unlocking the Door(s) MODE’’ setting, see page 119. It is too close to the vehicle. ● All the doors unlock when you grab It is above or below the vehicle, ●...
Page 190 Keyless Access System If you do not open any of the doors Each unlock sensor does not operate Locking the Doors within 30 seconds, they will when: automatically relock. The remote is not within the ● To change the ‘‘SECURITY RELOCK operating range.
Page 191 Keyless Access System Door Lock Prevention When you lock the doors, some The door lock button does not work If you open the driver's door, pull its exterior lights blink and the system lock tab rearward on the door, and beeps once.
Page 192 Keyless Access System Locking and Unlocking the Opening and Closing the Tailgate Tailgate When you close the tailgate with all doors locked, the tailgate will lock. When you unlock all the doors with the remote, built-in key or power door lock master switch, the tailgate will unlock.
Page 193 Keyless Access System Before closing the tailgate, make Keyless Access Remote You cannot lock the doors or the sure the remote is not inside the tailgate if any door or the tailgate is vehicle. open, if the remote is in the keyless access remote slot, or if the power LOCK If you close the tailgate when the...
Page 194 Keyless Access System UNLOCK－Press this button once To change the door unlock mode TAILGATE－All doors must be to unlock the driver's door. Press it setting, see page 132. unlocked to operate the power twice to unlock the other doors. tailgate. Press and hold the To change the ‘‘INTERIOR LIGHT Some exterior lights will flash twice TAILGATE button to open or close...
Page 195 Keyless Access System As required by the FCC: Replacing the Remote Battery This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Page 196 Keyless Access System Here are the settings activated with Remote Transmitter Care Keyless Memory Setting™ Avoid dropping or throwing the the remote: ● transmitter. Driving position memory ● Protect the transmitter from (see page 180). ● extreme temperature. Keyless memory settings ●...
Page 197 Keyless Access System Engine Start/Stop Button Operating Range Make sure you know where the remote is when you are inside the vehicle. Remember that you can start the engine when the remote is inside the vehicle. Make sure you always carry the remote with you.
Page 198 Keyless Access System Switching the Power Modes Changing the Power Mode without Engine Start/Stop Button The keyless access system has four Starting the Engine Operation To change the power mode without power modes: VEHICLE OFF This system uses the engine start/ turning on the engine, press the (LOCK), ACCESSORY, ON, and stop button instead of an ignition...
Page 199 Keyless Access System How the mode is switched depends on the shift lever position (with or without the shift lever in Park). VEHICLE OFF (LOCK) Indicator in the button is off. With the shift lever in Park, the power mode changes from ON to VEHICLE OFF (LOCK) when you push the start button.
Page 200 Keyless Access System Ignition Switch and Power Mode Comparison Ignition Switch Position LOCK (0) ACCESSORY (I) ON (II) START (III) Without Keyless Engine is turned off Engine is turned off. Normal key position Use this position to ● ● ● ●...
Page 201 Keyless Access System Starting Guidance Starting the Engine When the keyless access system main the ‘‘TO switch in the glove box is off, ENGINE START/STOP BUTTON START ENGINE:’’ message will be TO START ENGINE shown after you insert the remote into the slot.
Page 202 Keyless Access System NOTE: Stopping the Engine TO UNLOCK WHEEL If the keyless access remote battery dies, you may have to use the built-in key to unlock/lock the vehicle. The built-in key is stored inside the keyless access remote (see page 207).
Page 203 Keyless Access System Operation Guidance ACCESSORY MODE TO TURN VEHICLE OFF SHIFT TO PARK You will also see the ‘‘TO TURN If the power mode is in ACCESSORY, the ACCESSORY VEHICLE OFF:’’ message on the You can only place the vehicle in the MODE will appear.
Page 204 Keyless Access System If you open the driver’s door in the Emergency Engine Stop The engine start/stop switch may be ACCESSORY mode, a beeper will sound. You will also see a ‘‘TO TURN used to stop the engine due to an emergency situation even while VEHICLE OFF:’’...
Page 205 Keyless Access System If you cannot stop the engine by Beeper and Message The displayed message goes away pressing the engine start/stop button when you bring the remote back Keyless Remote Not Detected once when the vehicle is stopped and inside the vehicle, and close the the shift lever is in Park, do either door.
Page 206 Keyless Access System Even when the remote is inside the Keyless Remote Low Battery If the remote battery becomes weak vehicle, the beeper may sound when and the power door lock/unlock the location of the remote is not operation is disabled, you should detected due to surrounding insert the remote into the keyless conditions.
Page 207 Keyless Access System Keyless Access Remote System NOTE: Turning off the keyless Keyless Access System access system will disable lockout Main Switch Indicator prevention. According to the message on the multi-information display, this With the keyless access remote indicator has two indications. A system main switch off, you should ‘‘CHECK KEYLESS ACCESS insert the keyless access remote into...
Page 208 Keyless Access System Check Keyless Access System The multi-information display Check Keyless Starting System ● shows ‘‘CHECK KEYLESS KEYLESS ACCESS SYSTEM KEYLESS ACCESS SYSTEM ACCESS SYSTEM.’’ INDICATOR INDICATOR In this case, use the built-in key to lock/unlock the doors and insert the keyless access remote into the slot to start the engine (see page 205).
Page 209 Keyless Access System The multi-information display Keyless Access Remote Slot To remove the keyless access ● shows ‘‘CHECK KEYLESS remote, place the vehicle in the SLOT STARTING SYSTEM.’’ VEHICLE OFF (LOCK) mode, then pull out the keyless access remote. In this case, you should not shut off your engine until you are in a safe To avoid damaging the slot, do not location or at your dealer, as your...
Page 210 Keyless Access System Operation Guidance If you turn off the vehicle and leave If the vehicle is left in the ACCESSORY mode, the ‘‘TO TURN the remote in the keyless access remote slot, you will hear a reminder VEHICLE OFF:’’ message is shown beeper, and the following message on the multi-information display will appear on the multi-information...
Page 211 Keyless Access System Built-in Key and Remote If you use medical equipment such The built-in key can be used to lock/ as a cardiac pacemaker, ask your unlock the doors and the tailgate doctor if the electric field used by the when the remote battery becomes remote will affect it.
Page 212 Interior Lights To change the ‘‘INTERIOR LIGHT To turn off the setting, press the OFF Light Control Buttons button. DIMMING TIME’’ setting, see page DOOR ACTIVATED POSITION 124. OFF position: With any door or the tailgate left The front individual map lights can ●...
Page 213 Interior Lights Individual Map Lights If any map light is left on when the Courtesy Lights ignition switch is turned off (or the Front vehicle is in VEHICLE OFF mode), and all doors and the tailgate are closed, it will turn off when the vehicle is locked with the remote transmitter/keyless access remote, or after 15 minutes.
Page 214 Interior Lights Models equipped with the keyless The courtesy light in each door Cargo Area Light access system have an engine start/ comes on when the door is opened, stop button instead of an ignition and goes out when the door is switch.
Page 215 Interior Lights Keyless Access Remote Slot Light After all doors are closed tightly, the light dims slightly, then fades out in On models with Keyless Access System about 30 seconds (depending on the interior light dimming timer setting). The light turns off before 30 seconds have elapsed if you lock the driver's door.
Page 216 Interior Convenience Items DOOR POCKET VANITY MIRROR CONSOLE COMPARTMENT BEVERAGE SUNGLASSES HOLDER HOLDER COAT HOOK STORAGE COMPARTMENT SUN VISOR CARGO HOOKS AUXILIARY INPUT JACK/ USB ADAPTER CABLE GLOVE BOX SIDE POCKET ACCESSORY POWER SOCKETS ARMREST/BEVERAGE HOLDER UNDER FLOOR STORAGE 2011 ZDX...
Page 217 Interior Convenience Items Beverage Holders Console Compartment Rear Front SLIDING TRAY BUTTON BEVERAGE HOLDER The rear seat also has a beverage COIN TRAYS BEVERAGE HOLDERS holder in the center armrest. To use Open the front beverage holders by Your vehicle has a multi-function it, pivot the armrest down.
Page 218 Interior Convenience Items Under Floor Storage Storage Compartments BUTTON HANDLE CARGO FLOOR LID To open the console compartment, push the button on either side of the To open the cargo floor lid, pull the There is a storage compartment with compartment.
Page 219 Interior Convenience Items NOTE: The lid must be securely Glove Box Sunglasses Holder locked in place or put in the under Open the glove box by pulling out SUNGLASSES HOLDER floor storage while driving. A lid that the handle. Close it with a firm push. is not locked in place could become a Lock or unlock the glove box with projectile and cause injury in a...
Page 220 Interior Convenience Items Coat Hook Sun Visor Slide COAT HOOK SUN VISOR Some larger styles of sunglasses may not fit in the holder. To use a coat hook, slide it out To use the sun visor, pull it down. You may also store small items in slightly, then pull it down.
Page 221 Interior Convenience Items Vanity Mirror Accessory Power Sockets To use an accessory power socket, the ignition switch must be in the To use the vanity mirror on the back Your vehicle has two accessory ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) position. of the sun visor, pull up the cover.
Page 222 Interior Convenience Items Each socket is intended to supply power for 12 volt DC accessories that are rated 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.
Page 223 Features The climate control system in your Playing an iPod (Models without iPod Error Messages (Models with ® ® .......... vehicle provides a comfortable driving navigation system) navigation system) environment in all weather conditions. iPod Error Messages (Models Playing a USB Flash Memory Device ®...
Page 224 Climate Control System DRIVER'S SIDE PASSENGER'S SIDE MODE CONTROL MODE CONTROL BUTTON BUTTON DRIVER'S SIDE PASSENGER'S SIDE DISPLAY AUTO BUTTON AUTO BUTTON DRIVER'S SIDE PASSENGER'S DISPLAY SIDE DISPLAY PASSENGER'S SIDE DRIVER'S SIDE TEMPERATURE TEMPERATURE CONTROL SWITCH CONTROL SWITCH SYNC BUTTON RECIRCULATION BUTTON REAR DEFROST AND...
Page 225 Climate Control System Temperature Control Personalization Setting Using Automatic Climate Control The driver’s side temperature and When you unlock the doors with The automatic climate control system the passenger’s side temperature can your remote transmitter (keyless in your vehicle maintains the interior be set separately.
Page 226 Climate Control System When you set the temperature to its SYNC Button On models with navigation system When you press this button, the lower limit ( ) or its upper limit In AUTO mode, the vehicle’s interior indicator in the button comes on, and ), the system runs at full cooling temperature is independently the passenger’s side temperature and...
Page 227 Climate Control System ON/OFF Button Air Conditioning (A/C) Button To Turn Everything Off Each time you press this button, the This button turns the air To turn the system completely off, climate control system switches conditioning on and off. You will see press the ON/OFF button.
Page 228 Climate Control System Recirculation Button Rear Window Defogger Button Mode Control When the indicator in the button is This button turns the rear window The driver’s side mode and the on, air from the vehicle's interior is defogger off and on (see page 143). passenger’s side mode can be sent throughout the system again.
Page 229 Climate Control System Windshield Defroster Button This mode can only be selected from For your safety, make sure you have This button directs the main airflow the driver's side. When you select a clear view through all the windows to the windshield for faster this mode, passenger's side mode before driving.
Page 230 Climate Control System Dual Temperature and Mode Control Driver's Side Passenger's Side Your vehicle has two temperature control switches and two mode control buttons, one for the driver, and one for the front passenger. The driver’s side and the passenger’s side temperature and mode can be controlled independently.
Page 231 Climate Control System Rear Ventilation Sunlight and Temperature TEMPERATURE AND The airflow from the rear vents can Sensors HUMIDITY SENSOR be adjusted when either AUTO mode (driver or passenger) is selected or the fan mode is in the position. You can adjust the direction of the airflow by moving the tab on each vent up-and-down and side-to-side.
Page 232 Audio System An audio system is standard on all models. 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.
Page 233 Audio System (Models without Navigation System) ꭂ Selector Knob When the audio system is in XM Personalization Setting Radio mode or playing discs, pushing When you unlock the doors with SETUP BUTTON the selector (ENTER) knob switches your remote transmitter and turn the the display between the normal audio system on with the ignition display and the list display.
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 2011 ZDX...
Page 235 Playing the AM/FM Radio (Models without navigation system) SCAN － The scan function samples To Play the Radio To Select a Station The ignition switch must be in the You can use any of five methods to all stations with strong signals on the ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) position.
Page 236 Playing the AM/FM Radio (Models without navigation system) Preset － Each preset button can AUTO SELECT － If you are press the A.SEL To turn off auto select, store one frequency on AM and two traveling far from home and can no side of the bar.
Page 237 Playing the AM/FM Radio (Models without navigation system) Radio Data System (RDS) If the station you are listening to is On the FM band, you can select a not an RDS station, the display favorite station and display the continues to show the frequency and program service name according to briefly shows with the RDS the information provided by the radio...
Page 238 Playing the AM/FM Radio (Models without navigation system) Radio Data System (RDS) Category ALL: All RDS category stations Press either side of the CATEGORY ROCK: Rock, classic rock and soft bar to select an RDS category. The rock music display shows the selected RDS COUNTRY: Country music category name for about 10 seconds.
Page 239 Playing the AM/FM Radio (Models without navigation system) RDS Program Search RDS Program SCAN You can use the RDS program search This function searches up and down The scan function samples all or scan function even if the RDS a frequency for the strongest signal stations with strong signals on the information display function is off.
Page 240 Playing the AM/FM Radio (Models without navigation system) Bass － Adjusts the bass. SVC － Adjusts the volume level Adjusting the Sound based on the vehicle speed. Treble － Adjusts the treble. Selector knob adjustable Each mode is shown in the display as Fader －...
Page 241 Playing the AM/FM Radio (Models without navigation system) Speed-sensitive Volume Audio System Lighting Compensation (SVC) You can use the instrument panel The SVC mode controls the volume brightness control buttons (＋ or －) based on vehicle speed. The faster to adjust the illumination of the audio you go, the louder the audio volume system (see page 144).
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 2011 ZDX...
Page 243 Playing the XM Radio (Models without navigation system) ® Your vehicle is capable of receiving Operating the XM Radio You may experience periods when ꭂ Radio anywhere in the United To listen to XM Radio, turn the XM Radio does not transmit the States, and Canada, except Hawaii, ignition switch to the ACCESSORY artist’s name and song title...
Page 244 Playing the XM Radio (Models without navigation system) ® CATEGORY (－ or ＋) － Press Preset － You can store up to 12 either side of the CATEGORY bar to preset channels using the six preset select another category. buttons. Each button stores one channel from the XM1 band and one SCAN －...
Page 245 Playing the XM Radio (Models without navigation system) ® ‘‘NO INFO’’ －The selected channel 5. Press the button again. The XM Radio Display Messages other XM band will show. Store has no artist or title information at ‘‘LOADING’’ － XM is loading the the next six channels using steps 2 this time.
Page 246 Playing the XM Radio (Models without navigation system) ® The XM satellites are in orbit over the equator; therefore, objects south Signal may be blocked by Signal weaker in mountains or large obstacles to these areas. of the vehicle may cause satellite the south.
Page 247 Playing the XM Radio (Models without navigation system) ® There may be other geographic Receiving XM Radio Service After you’ve registered with XM situations that could affect XM Radio If your XM Radio service has expired Radio, keep your audio system in the reception.
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 2011 ZDX...
Page 249 Playing Discs (Models without navigation system) To Play a Disc This audio system can also play NOTE: To load or play discs, the ignition CD-Rs and CD-RWs (uncompressed If a file on an MP3 or WMA disc is switch must be in the ACCESSORY or MP3/WMA formats).
Page 250 Playing Discs (Models without navigation system) Loading Discs You cannot load and play 3-inch Text Data Display Function Your vehicle’s in-dash disc changer Each time you press the TITLE (8-cm) discs in this unit. holds up to six discs. button, the display shows you the 4.
Page 251 Playing Discs (Models without navigation system) To Change or Select Tracks/Files If any letter is not available, it is When playing a CD-DA with text replaced with ‘‘ . ’’ (dot) in the Use the SKIP bar while a disc is data, the album and track name are playing to select passages and display.
Page 252 Playing Discs (Models without navigation system) SKIP － Each time you press and To Select Repeat, Random or Scan Mode: release the side of the SKIP bar, Folder Selection the player skips forward to the beginning of the next track (file in MP3 or WMA mode).
Page 253 Playing Discs (Models without navigation system) REPEAT ONE TRK － To Turn the selector knob to select an appropriate repeat, random or scan continuously replay a track (file in mode, then press the selector knob MP3 or WMA mode), select (ENTER) to set your selection.
Page 254 Playing Discs (Models without navigation system) REPEAT DISC － This feature RANDOM IN DISC － This feature SCAN TRK － The SCAN function continuously replays the current plays the tracks within a disc (the samples all the tracks on the disc in disc.
Page 255 Playing Discs (Models without navigation system) SCAN DISC － This feature, when Pressing either side of the SKIP bar, In MP3 or WMA mode SCAN FLD－ This feature, when or selecting a different disc (using activated, samples the first track on activated, samples the first file in the preset buttons) or folder (using each disc in order (the first file in the...
Page 256 Playing Discs (Models without navigation system) When the first track on the last disc, In MP3 or WMA mode To Stop Playing a Disc or the first file in the last main folder Each time you press and release the Press the eject button ( ) to on the last disc begins to play, the...
Page 257 Playing Discs (Models without navigation system) If you turn the system off while a disc To remove a different disc from the is playing, either with the VOL/ changer, first select it with the knob or by turning off the ignition appropriate preset button.
Page 258 Disc Changer Error Message (Models without navigation system) The chart on the right explains the Error Message Cause Solution error messages you may see in the HEAT ERROR High Temperature Will disappear when the temperature returns to normal. display while playing a disc. UNSUPPORTED Track/File format not Current track will be skipped.
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 2011 ZDX...
Page 260 Playing an iPod (Models without navigation system) ® iPods compatible with your audio Use only compatible iPods with the To Play an iPod ® This audio system can select and system using the USB adapter cable latest software. iPods that are not play the audio files on the iPod with are:...
Page 261 Playing an iPod (Models without navigation system) ® Connecting an iPod If the audio system still does not DOCK CONNECTOR recognize the iPod, the iPod may USB CONNECTOR need to be reset. Follow the instructions that came with your iPod, or you can find reset instructions online at www.apple.com/ ipod.
Page 262 Playing an iPod (Models without navigation system) ® Text Data Display Function To Change or Select Files To Select a File from iPod Menu Each time you press the TITLE Use the SKIP bar while an iPod is button the display mode switches playing to select passages and between the album name, the song change files.
Page 263 Playing an iPod (Models without navigation system) ® To Select Repeat or Shuffle Mode: Turn the selector knob to select PLAY MODE: NORMAL PLAY, SHUFFLE OFF, SHUFFLE ALL, MENU ITEMS SHUFFLE ALBUM, REPEAT OFF, or REPEAT ONE TRK, then press ENTER to set your selection.
Page 264 Playing an iPod (Models without navigation system) ® SHUFFLE ALBUM － This feature plays all available albums in a PLAY MODE ITEMS selected list (playlists, artists, albums or songs) in random order. The files in each album are played in the recorded order.
Page 265 Playing an iPod (Models without navigation system) ® REPEAT OFF － This feature turns Disconnecting an iPod To Stop Playing Your iPod You can disconnect the iPod at any off the repeat mode. To play the radio, press the AM/FM, time when you see the ‘‘OK to button.
Page 266 Playing an iPod (Models without navigation system) ® iPod Error Messages If you see an error message in the display, see page 263. 2011 ZDX...
Page 267 iPod Error Messages (Models without navigation system) ® If you see an error message on the audio display while playing an iPod, Error Message Solution find the solution in the chart to the right. If you cannot clear the error message, take your vehicle to your The system cannot read the file(s).
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 2011 ZDX...
Page 269 Playing a USB Flash Memory Device (Models without navigation system) To Play a USB Flash Memory The audio system reads and plays NOTE: the audio files on the USB flash Device Do not use a device such as a card ●...
Page 270 Playing a USB Flash Memory Device (Models without navigation system) Depending on the type and Connecting a USB Flash Memory ● Device number of files, it may take some time before they begin to play. USB CONNECTOR Depending on the software the ●...
Page 271 Playing a USB Flash Memory Device (Models without navigation system) Text Data Display Function To Change or Select Files To Select a File from Folder and File Lists Each time you press the TITLE Use the SKIP bar while a USB flash button, the display mode shows you memory device is playing to select in sequence, the folder name, the file...
Page 272 Playing a USB Flash Memory Device (Models without navigation system) Pressing the RETURN button goes To Select Repeat, Random or Scan Turn the selector knob to select an Mode: back to the previous display and appropriate repeat, random or scan pressing the SETUP button cancels mode, then press the selector knob this setting mode.
Page 273 Playing a USB Flash Memory Device (Models without navigation system) REPEAT ONE TRK － This feature SCAN TRK － This function samples continuously plays a file. Select all files in the selected folder in the PLAY MODE ITEMS ‘‘NORMAL PLAY’’ to turn it off. order they are stored.
Page 274 Playing a USB Flash Memory Device (Models without navigation system) SCAN FLD － This function samples To Stop Playing a USB Flash USB Flash Memory Device Error the first file in each folder in the Memory Device Messages order they are stored. To activate the To change modes, press the AM/FM If you see an error message in the folder scan feature, press and release...
Page 275 USB Flash Memory Device Error Messages (Models without navigation system) If you see an error message on the audio display while playing a USB Error Message Solution flash memory device, find the solution in the chart to the right. If BAD USB DEVICE USB flash memory device is drawing too much current.
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 2011 ZDX...
Page 277 Make sure that your phone is paired selected at the last mode, you www.acura.com/handsfreelink, or by and linked to the HFL. will see iPod, USB, or AUX in calling the HandsFreeLink ꭧ...
Page 278 Bluetooth Audio System (Models without navigation system) ® The phone is not turned on. To skip a file ● Press the side of the SKIP bar to The phone is not in the vehicle. ● skip forward to the next file, and press the side to skip backward Another HFL compatible phone,...
Page 279 Bluetooth Audio System (Models without navigation system) ® To change sound settings To switch to HFL mode To turn off the Bluetooth Audio ® mode If you receive a call when the Select any other audio mode by Bluetooth Audio is playing, press ®...
Page 280 Bluetooth Audio System (Models without navigation system) ® As required by the FCC: This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired...
Page 281 Audio System (Models with navigation system) Interface Dial Voice Control System Most audio system functions can still The audio system, including the be controlled by standard buttons, music search feature Song By dials, and knobs, but some functions Voice™, can be operated by voice DIAL can only be accessed using the control.
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 2011 ZDX...
Page 283 Playing the AM/FM Radio (Models with navigation system) To Play the AM/FM Radio The band and frequency that the To Select a Station radio was last tuned to are shown on You can use any of five methods to STEREO INDICATOR the display.
Page 284 Playing the AM/FM Radio (Models with navigation system) SKIP (SEEK) － The skip (seek) SCAN function searches up and down from the current frequency to find a station with a strong signal. To activate it, press either side ( ) of the SKIP bar, then release it. TUNE TUNE －...
Page 285 Playing the AM/FM Radio (Models with navigation system) You will see SCAN on the screen. 3. Press the preset button, and hold it A.SEL INDICATOR The system will scan for a station until you hear a beep. You can also with a strong signal.
Page 286 Playing the AM/FM Radio (Models with navigation system) Push the interface selector down to To cancel auto select, select A.Sel on Radio Data System (RDS) display the AUDIO MENU. Turn the the audio menu again and turn the On the FM band, you can select a interface dial to select A.SEL, then interface dial to select A.SEL OFF.
Page 287 Playing the AM/FM Radio (Models with navigation system) Radio Data System (RDS) Category When you turn off this function by pressing the TITLE side of the bar, the display shows ‘‘RDS INFO OFF.’’ NOTE: If the station you are listening to is an RDS station, the audio screen will always display the RDS information.
Page 288 Playing the AM/FM Radio (Models with navigation system) ALL: All RDS category stations RDS Category Search This function searches up and down ROCK: Rock, classic rock and soft for strong signal frequencies that rock music carries the selected RDS category COUNTRY: Country music information.
Page 289 Playing the AM/FM Radio (Models with navigation system) RDS Category SCAN While the RDS category is selected, SEEK/SCAN ICON (RDS Search mode) The scan function samples all move the interface selector to the left stations with strong signals on the or right to select Seek Up, Seek selected RDS category one by one.
Page 290 Playing the AM/FM Radio (Models with navigation system) While the RDS category is selected, Radio Text Display SEEK/SCAN ICON (RDS Search mode) This function displays the radio text move the interface selector to the left information of the selected RDS or the right to select Scan.
Page 291 Playing the AM/FM Radio (Models with navigation system) Adjusting the Sound BASS, TREBLE, FADER, and BALANCE are each adjustable. You can also adjust the strength of the sound coming from the center and subwoofer speakers. In addition, you can set the Dolby PL (ProLogic) II and Speed-sensitive volume compensation (SVC).
Page 292 Playing the AM/FM Radio (Models with navigation system) The system will return to the audio playing mode in the center display about 5 seconds after you stop adjusting a mode. If you do not make an adjustment within 5 seconds, you will need to select the mode again.
Page 293 Playing the AM/FM Radio (Models with navigation system) FADER/BALANCE － These CENTER － Adjusts the strength of Speed-sensitive Volume Compensation (SVC) modes adjust the strength of the sound from the center speaker. The SVC mode controls the volume sound coming from each speaker. SUBWOOFER －...
Page 294 Playing the AM/FM Radio (Models with navigation system) Dolby PL (ProLogic) II － Dolby Manufactured under license from PL (ProLogic) II signal processing Dolby Laboratories. Dolby, Pro creates multi-channel surround Logic, MLP Lossless and the double- sound from 2 channel stereo audio D symbol are trademarks of Dolby sources.
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 CATEGORY BAR SKIP BAR TUNE BAR SCAN/TITLE BAR AUDIO BUTTON CONTINUED 2011 ZDX...
Page 296 Playing the XM Radio (Models with navigation system) ® Your vehicle is capable of receiving Your vehicle has the engine start/ Operating the XM Radio Radio anywhere in the United stop button instead of an ignition ® States and Canada, except Hawaii, switch.
Page 297 Playing the XM Radio (Models with navigation system) ® MODE － To switch between the Each time you press and release the Push it down to select AUDIO category mode and channel mode, TITLE side of the bar, the display MENU.
Page 298 Playing the XM Radio (Models with navigation system) ® SCAN － The scan function gives you a sampling of all channels while in the channel mode. In the category mode, only the channels within that category are scanned. To activate SCAN, press the SCAN side of the SCAN/TITLE bar.
Page 299 Playing the XM Radio (Models with navigation system) ® ‘‘LOADING’’ － XM is loading the 3. Pick the preset button you want for that channel. Press and hold the audio or program information. preset button until you hear a ‘‘UPDATING’’ － The encryption beep.
Page 300 Playing the XM Radio (Models with navigation system) ® The XM satellites are in orbit over the equator; therefore, objects south Signal may be blocked by Signal weaker in mountains or large obstacles to these areas. of the vehicle may cause satellite the south.
Page 301 Playing the XM Radio (Models with navigation system) ® Note Function There may be other geographic U.S. models only situations that could affect XM Radio reception. This function stores the sound content played on the selected XM As required by the FCC: satellite radio station with the Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for...
Page 302 Playing the XM Radio (Models with navigation system) ® If you decide to purchase XM radio Receiving XM Radio Service ꭂ If your XM Radio service has expired service, contact XM Radio at www. or at 1-800-852-9696. In or you purchased your vehicle from a xmradio.com, previous owner, you can listen to a Canada, contact XM Canada...
Page 303 Playing the XM Radio (Models with navigation system) ® While waiting for activation, make sure your vehicle remains in an open area with good reception. Once your audio system is activated, CAT (category) or CH (channel) will appear in the display, and you’ll be able to listen to XM Radio broadcasts.
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 2011 ZDX...
Page 305 Playing a Disc (Models with navigation system) Your vehicle’s audio system has an The disc packages or jackets should The disc player can also play MP3, internal disc player. To operate the have one of these marks. WMA, or AAC format saved on CD- disc player, the power mode must be R/RW or DVD-R/RW (see page 306).
Page 306 Playing a Disc (Models with navigation system) It is possible to select up to 999 files To Play a Disc To Load a Disc for inclusion in CD-Rs and CD-RWs, Insert a disc about halfway into the Select the disc player by pressing the and up to 3,500 files for inclusion in disc slot.
Page 307 Playing a Disc (Models with navigation system) Each time you press the TITLE side To Change Tracks To Choose a Track of the SCAN/TITLE bar, the display Each time you press and release the changes from artist name to album side of the skip bar, the player name, to track name and then to skips forward to the beginning of the...
Page 308 Playing a Disc (Models with navigation system) To turn this feature off, turn the Track Repeat Random Play interface dial to select OFF icon, and press ENTER on the interface TRACK RANDOM INDICATOR TRACK REPEAT INDICATOR selector. REPEAT OFF ICON RANDOM OFF ICON TRACK REPEAT ICON TRACK RANDOM ICON...
Page 309 Playing a Disc (Models with navigation system) Turn the interface dial to select the Track Scan Turn the interface dial to select the track random icon, and press ENTER Scan icon, and press ENTER on the on the interface selector. interface selector.
Page 310 Playing a Disc (Models with navigation system) To Stop Playing a Disc Playing an MP3/WMA/AAC Disc NOTE: To take the system out of disc mode, This audio system plays CD-ROM, Combining a low sampling frequency press the AM/FM button, the CD-R/RW, DVD-ROM, and DVD-R/ with a low bitrate may result in button, the HDD button, or the USB/...
Page 311 Playing a Disc (Models with navigation system) Changing and Selecting the Folders/ Changing the Folders While playing an MP3/WMA/AAC Files disc, you can select a folder within the disc by pressing either side of the CATEGORY bar. Each time you press either side of the bar, the folder title and its first file’s information appear on the display...
Page 312 Playing a Disc (Models with navigation system) To turn this feature off, turn the Folder Repeat Folder Random interface dial to select OFF icon, and press ENTER on the interface FOLDER REPEAT INDICATOR FOLDER RANDOM INDICATOR selector. REPEAT OFF ICON FOLDER REPEAT ICON FOLDER RANDOM ICON This feature, when activated, replays...
Page 313 Playing a Disc (Models with navigation system) To turn this feature off, turn the File Scan To turn this feature off, press the interface dial to select OFF icon, and SCAN side of the bar again, or select press ENTER on the interface OFF icon by turning the dial, then SCAN OFF ICON selector.
Page 314 Playing a Disc (Models with navigation system) Removing Discs from the Disc Folder Scan NOTE: This feature, when activated, samples When playing MP3, WMA or AAC Player the first file of each folder for 10 format disc, each time you press the To remove the disc, press the eject seconds.
Page 315 Disc Player Error Messages (Models with navigation system) The chart on the right explains the Error Cause Solution error messages you may see in the Message display while playing a disc. BAD DISC Press the eject button and pull out the disc. Check PLEASE CHECK the disc for serious damage, signs of deformation, Servo Error...
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 2011 ZDX...
Page 317 Playing Hard Disc Drive (HDD) Audio (Models with navigation system) The Hard Disc Drive (HDD) Audio Title information will be displayed NOTE: ● function can record tracks from when the information is found in Only recordings from a standard ● ꭂ...
Page 318 Playing Hard Disc Drive (HDD) Audio (Models with navigation system) If the HDD is ever replaced, all data Playlists User Playlist will be lost and stored music will not Playlists are track lists in a certain The HDD has six playlist folders for be recovered.
Page 319 Playing Hard Disc Drive (HDD) Audio (Models with navigation system) Track Search Methods Recording a Music CD to HDD REC DONE ICON Songs that have been recorded on Audio the HDD are categorized in groups If you play a music CD that has not for easy searching.
Page 320 Playing Hard Disc Drive (HDD) Audio (Models with navigation system) You can listen to tracks from other NOTE: To Cancel Recording a Music CD ● playlists that have already been to HDD Please note that there will be no ● recorded while recording.
Page 321 Playing Hard Disc Drive (HDD) Audio (Models with navigation system) Changing the Recording Settings Recording All of the Tracks on a Music CD Manually RIPPING ICON REC TO HDD ICON Turn the dial to select Ripping and To record the music CD, push the press ENTER on the interface HDD button, then push the interface HDD SETUP...
Page 322 Playing Hard Disc Drive (HDD) Audio (Models with navigation system) Recording All of the Tracks on a Playing Tracks on HDD Playing the Selected Track Music CD Automatically To play tracks on HDD, push the To select tracks, press on the To change the setting to HDD button until the HDD Audio Category bar or the Skip bar.
Page 323 Playing Hard Disc Drive (HDD) Audio (Models with navigation system) Fast Forwarding and Rewinding Repeat Playback To turn this feature off, turn the To fast forward, press and hold the interface dial to select the OFF icon, side of the SKIP bar or side of then press ENTER on the interface the TUNE bar.
Page 324 Playing Hard Disc Drive (HDD) Audio (Models with navigation system) To turn this feature off, turn the Random Playback Scan Playback interface dial to select the OFF icon, then press ENTER on the interface selector. RANDOM OFF ICON SCAN OFF ICON RANDOM ICON SCAN ICON This function plays the tracks on the...
Page 325 Playing Hard Disc Drive (HDD) Audio (Models with navigation system) Turn the interface dial to select the Searching the Music scan icon. Press ENTER on the While playing music in the HDD interface selector. You will hear a 10- playback screen, push the interface second sampling of each track on the selector up to select MUSIC HDD.
Page 326 Playing Hard Disc Drive (HDD) Audio (Models with navigation system) Turn the interface dial to select the Searching Music by Albums Searching Music by Artists album you want to listen to, then ALPHABET TAG press ENTER on the selector. The first track on the selected album begins to play.
Page 327 Playing Hard Disc Drive (HDD) Audio (Models with navigation system) If you push the interface selector Searching Music by Tracks If you push the interface selector right or left, you can change the right or left, you can change the alphabet tag.
Page 328 Playing Hard Disc Drive (HDD) Audio (Models with navigation system) The first track on the selected Searching Music by Playlists Searching Music by Genres playlist begins to play. Push the interface selector up to Push the interface selector up to display the Search music by screen, display the Search music by screen, and turn the interface dial to select...
Page 329 Playing Hard Disc Drive (HDD) Audio (Models with navigation system) The first track on the selected genre Searching Music by Ripped Date Customizing Original/User begins to play. Playlist RIPPED DATE The HDD has two types of the playlists: original playlist and user playlist.
Page 330 Playing Hard Disc Drive (HDD) Audio (Models with navigation system) 6. Turn the interface dial to select the Changing the Order of Tracks Within the User Playlist track to be moved, then press ENTER on the interface selector. 2. Turn the interface dial to select the playlist, then press ENTER.
Page 331 Playing Hard Disc Drive (HDD) Audio (Models with navigation system) Changing the Name of the Original 2. Turn the interface dial and select Edit Music Info., then press Playlist or User Playlist ENTER on the interface selector. To change user playlist name 3.
Page 332 Playing Hard Disc Drive (HDD) Audio (Models with navigation system) 8. Push the CANCEL button or the Changing the Track Titles AUDIO button. The screen returns to the playlist. 5. On the Edit an album name screen, input the new Original 1.
Page 333 Playing Hard Disc Drive (HDD) Audio (Models with navigation system) 2. Turn the interface dial and select 7. Push the CANCEL button or the Edit Music Info., then press AUDIO button. The screen returns ENTER on the interface selector. to the playlist. 3.
Page 334 Playing Hard Disc Drive (HDD) Audio (Models with navigation system) Changing the Artist Name of the Original Playlist 1. Select a desired playlist to change the user playlist artist name or a desired album to change the original playlist artist name. Refer to the Music Search function on page for how to select a...
Page 335 Playing Hard Disc Drive (HDD) Audio (Models with navigation system) Changing the Musical Genre 5. Turn the interface dial on the 1. Select a desired playlist to change Select a genre screen to select the the user playlist music genre, or a Original Playlist that you want to desired album to change the change the genre and then press...
Page 336 Playing Hard Disc Drive (HDD) Audio (Models with navigation system) Deleting a Track NOTE: 1. Select the track with the interface When you delete a track from the ● dial from the playback screen Original Playlist, the track is also while it is playing.
Page 337 Playing Hard Disc Drive (HDD) Audio (Models with navigation system) Deleting an Album or Playlist Adding a Track to the User NOTE: 1. On the HDD playback screen of Playlist When you delete the Original ● the album in which you want to 1.
Page 338 Playing Hard Disc Drive (HDD) Audio (Models with navigation system) NOTE: Acquiring Title Information 1. Push the interface selector down When adding from and to the same to display AUDIO MENU. User Playlist, the same tracks will be stored twice. 2.
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 Playing Hard Disc Drive (HDD) Audio (Models with navigation system) 5. Turn the dial to select USB or Disc Clearing the HDD 6. A pop-up screen verifying whether Any music, data, calendar entries, on the Update Gracenote by the deletion is to be continued or etc.
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 Playing Hard Disc Drive (HDD) Audio (Models with navigation system) ꭂ You agree not to assign, copy, Gracenote reserves all rights in Gracenote End User License Agreement transfer or transmit the Gracenote Gracenote Data, the Gracenote Software or any Gracenote Data to Software, and the Gracenote Servers, Version 20061005 any third party.
Page 343 Playing Hard Disc Drive (HDD) Audio (Models with navigation system) Gracenote makes no representations GRACENOTE DISCLAIMS ALL This product incorporates copyright or warranties, express or implied, WARRANTIES EXPRESS OR protection technology that is protected by U.S. patents and other regarding the accuracy of any IMPLIED, INCLUDING, BUT NOT Gracenote Data from in the LIMITED TO, IMPLIED...
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 2011 ZDX...
Page 345 Playing an iPod (Models with navigation system) ® ꭂ Voice Control System To Play an iPod iPods compatible with your audio You can select the AUX mode by This audio system can select and system using the USB adapter cable using the navigation system voice ꭂ...
Page 346 Playing an iPod (Models with navigation system) ® Use only compatible iPods with the In AAC format, DRM (digital rights latest software. iPods that are not management) files cannot be played. compatible will not work in this audio If the system finds a DRM file, the unit.
Page 347 Playing an iPod (Models with navigation system) ® To Change or Select Files If the audio system still does not Use the SKIP bar while an iPod is recognize the iPod, the iPod may playing to select passages and need to be reset. Follow the change files.
Page 348 Playing an iPod (Models with navigation system) ® If you select ‘‘ALL’’ on the albums REPEAT － This feature Press ENTER on the interface selector to display the items on that list, all the tracks become available continuously plays a file. list, then turn the interface dial to for selection.
Page 349 Playing an iPod (Models with navigation system) ® 3. Turn the interface dial, select the 3. Turn the interface dial, select the Repeat icon and press ENTER on Shuffle icon and press ENTER on the interface selector. Playback of the interface selector. the track that is currently being Shuffle playback will begin.
Page 350 Playing an iPod (Models with navigation system) ® 3. Turn the interface dial, select the To Stop Playing Your iPod Album Shuffle icon and press To play the radio, press the AM/FM, ENTER on the interface selector. button. Press the DISC Shuffle playback of the album will button to switch to the disc mode.
Page 351 Playing an iPod (Models with navigation system) ® Disconnecting an iPod iPod Error Messages You can disconnect the iPod at any If you see an error message in the time when you see the ‘‘OK to When you connect your iPod to the display, see page 348.
Page 352 iPod Error Messages (Models with navigation system) ® If you see an error message in the display while playing an iPod, find Error Message Solution the solution in the chart to the right. If you cannot clear the error message, take your vehicle to your Appears when an unsupported iPod is inserted.
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 2011 ZDX...
Page 354 Playing a USB Flash Memory Device (Models with navigation system) The audio system reads and plays To Play a USB Flash Memory NOTE: Device the audio files on the USB flash Do not use a device such as a card ●...
Page 355 Playing a USB Flash Memory Device (Models with navigation system) Connecting a USB Flash Memory Depending on the type and Even if recorded in MP3, WMA or ● Device number of files, it may take some AAC format, a file with unsupported time before they begin to play.
Page 356 Playing a USB Flash Memory Device (Models with navigation system) When the USB device is connected To Change or Select Files Use the SKIP bar while a USB flash and the USB mode is selected on the memory device is playing to select audio system, the USB indicator is passages and change files.
Page 357 Playing a USB Flash Memory Device (Models with navigation system) To Select a File from Folder and File To go back to the normal play Lists display, press the AUDIO button. Pressing the CANCEL button goes back to the previous screen and pressing the MAP button cancels the audio mode display.
Page 358 Playing a USB Flash Memory Device (Models with navigation system) 3. Turn the interface knob, select the TRACK REPEAT FOLDER REPEAT Track Repeat icon and press ENTER on the interface selector. REPEAT OFF ICON Playback of the track that is currently being played will be repeated.
Page 359 Playing a USB Flash Memory Device (Models with navigation system) 3. Turn the interface dial, select the TRACK RANDOM 3. Turn the interface dial, select the Folder Repeat icon and press Track Random icon and press ENTER on the interface selector. ENTER on the interface selector.
Page 360 Playing a USB Flash Memory Device (Models with navigation system) 3. Turn the interface dial, select the FOLDER RANDOM TRACK SCAN Folder Random icon and press ENTER on the interface selector. SCAN OFF ICON The files are played in random order.
Page 361 Playing a USB Flash Memory Device (Models with navigation system) 2. Turn the interface dial, select FOLDER SCAN 2. Turn the interface dial, select Track Scan icon and press ENTER Folder Scan icon and press on the interface selector. Each ENTER on the interface selector.
Page 362 Playing a USB Flash Memory Device (Models with navigation system) Disconnecting a USB Flash Memory To Stop Playing a USB Flash USB Flash Memory Device Error Device Memory Device Messages You can disconnect the USB flash To play the radio, press the AM/FM, If you see an error message in the memory device at any time even if button.
Page 363 USB Flash Memory Device Error Messages (Models with navigation system) If you see an error message in the display while playing a USB flash Error Message Solution memory device, find the solution in the chart to the right. If you cannot clear the error message, take your The system cannot read the file(s).
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 2011 ZDX...
Page 365 ꭧ: If an iPod or USB flash memory find an approved phone by visiting Make sure that your phone is paired device or audio unit connected or by www.acura.com/handsfreelink, and linked to the HFL. to the auxiliary input jack was calling the HandsFreeLink ®...
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/ (in Canada, handsfreelink www.
Page 367 Bluetooth Audio System (Models with navigation system) ® To pause or resume a file To change sound settings NOTE: The pause function may not be available on some phone devices. The resume/pause mode can stop Press the AUDIO button to display playing a file temporarily.
Page 368 Bluetooth Audio System (Models with navigation system) ® To switch to HFL mode As required by the FCC: If you receive a call when the This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the Bluetooth Audio is playing, press ®...
Page 369 Protecting Your Discs On models with navigation system All models General Information On models without navigation When using CD-R, CD-RW, DVD-R Play only standard, round, 5-inch ● ● system or DVD-RW discs, use only high (12 cm) discs. Smaller or odd- When using CD-R or CD-RW quality discs labeled for audio use.
Page 370 Protecting Your Discs Protecting Discs Additional Information on When a disc is not being played, Recommended Discs store it in its case to protect it from The in-dash disc player/changer has dust and other contamination. To a sophisticated and delicate prevent warpage, keep discs out of mechanism.
Page 371 Protecting Your Discs 1. Bubbled, wrinkled, labeled and excessively thick discs 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...
Page 372 Protecting Your Discs 5. Discs with scratches, dirty discs Recommended discs are printed ● with the following logo. Audio unit may not play the ● Fingerprints, scratches, etc. following formats. On models without navigation system CD-R or CD-RW may not play due ●...
Page 373 FM/AM Radio Reception Radio Frequencies FM/AM Radio Reception The radio can receive the complete How well the radio receives stations AM and FM bands. is dependent on many factors, such Those bands cover these as the distance from the station's frequencies: transmitter, nearby large objects, and atmospheric conditions.
Page 374 FM/AM Radio Reception As required by the FCC: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. Radio signals, especially on the FM Radio reception can be affected by band, are deflected by large objects atmospheric conditions such as such as buildings and hills.
Page 375 Auxiliary Input Jack, Remote Audio Controls Remote Audio Controls The VOL button adjusts the volume up (▲) or down (▼). Press the top VOL BUTTON MODE or bottom of the button, hold it until BUTTON the desired volume is reached, then release it.
Page 376 Remote Audio Controls To search up and down from the If you are playing a disc, the system You will see the track/file number current frequency and find a station skips to the beginning of the next and the elapsed time. If the disc has with a strong signal, press the top track/file (file in MP3, WMA, or AAC text data or is compressed in MP3 or...
Page 377 Remote Audio Controls In MP3 or WMA mode, you can use If you are playing a USB flash On vehicles without navigation system the seek function to select folders. memory device or iPod with the USB If you are playing a conventional CD Press and hold the top (＋) of the CH adapter cable, press and release the (not compressed in MP3 or WMA),...
Page 378 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 disconnected. from electrical power for any reason.
Page 379 Setting the Clock On models without navigation system CLOCK BUTTON 2. Turn the selector knob to select SETUP BUTTON ‘‘CLOCK ADJUST.’’ SELECTOR KNOB 3. Press the selector knob (ENTER) On models without navigation system You can adjust the clock setting to enter your selection.
Page 380 Setting the Clock MINUTE SETTING 4. Turn the selector knob to select 5. To change the clock display 7. To set the time, turn the selector the item which you want to adjust. setting, turn the selector knob and knob and select the hours or the Turning the selector knob will select 12h/24h, then press the minutes, then press the knob to...
Page 381 Setting the Clock While setting the clock, pressing On models with navigation system the RETURN button will go back The navigation system receives to the previous display. signals from the global positioning Pressing the SETUP button again system (GPS), and the displayed will cancel this setting mode.
Page 382 Security System The security system helps to protect The security system will not set if the your vehicle and valuables from hood, tailgate, or any door is not fully theft. The horn sounds and a closed. If the system will not set, combination of headlights, position check that the doors, the tailgate and lights, side marker lights and...
Page 383 Cruise Control Using Cruise Control 3. Press and release the SET/ On models without adaptive cruise control (ACC) DECEL button on the steering RES/ACCEL BUTTON Cruise control allows you to maintain wheel. The CRUISE CONTROL CRUISE a set speed above 25 mph (40 km/h) indicator on the instrument panel BUTTON without keeping your foot on the...
Page 384 Cruise Control Cruise control may not hold the set You can decrease the set cruising Changing the Set Speed speed when you are going up and You can increase the set cruising speed in any of these ways: down hills. If your vehicle speed speed in any of these ways: Press and hold the SET/DECEL ●...
Page 385 Cruise Control Even with cruise control turned on, Canceling Cruise Control Resuming the Set Speed you can still use the accelerator pedal When you push the CANCEL button CRUISE to speed up for passing. After or tap the brake pedal, the system BUTTON completing the pass, take your foot remembers the previously set speed.
Page 386 Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) ACC Components MULTI-INFORMATION DISPLAY If equipped Adaptive cruise control (ACC) consists of a radar sensor in the front ACC INDICATOR grille, the ACC buttons on the steering wheel, and the ACC functions of the multi-information RES/ACCEL display.
Page 387 Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Overview If the vehicle ahead of you slows Do not use ACC under these Adaptive cruise control (ACC) allows down suddenly or another vehicle conditions: you to maintain a set speed and keep cuts in front of your vehicle, ACC In poor visibility.
Page 388 Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Operating Characteristics Improper use of ACC can lead to a crash. Use ACC only when traveling on open highways in good weather. When a vehicle ahead is within ACC range and going slower than your set When there is no vehicle ahead within speed ACC range...
Page 389 Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) If the vehicle ahead of you slows down abruptly, or if another vehicle cuts in front of you, a beeper sounds and a message appears on the multi- information display to warn you. In this case, decelerate your vehicle by pressing the brake pedal, and keep an appropriate distance from the vehicle ahead.
Page 390 Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Limitations Using the ACC SET/DECEL BUTTON ACC does not work below 25 mph ● (40 km/h). It cannot bring your vehicle to a complete stop. ACC will not sound a beeper or ● display a message on the multi- information display to warn you of vehicles going slower than 13 mph (20 km/h) or vehicles that are...
Page 391 Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Increasing the Set Speed U.S. U.S. SET VEHICLE SET VEHICLE SPEED DISTANCE INITIAL SPEED UNIT Canada Canada RES/ACCEL BUTTON When the speed is set, it is shown If you change the speed unit along with a vehicle icon and measurement from the factory The set speed can be increased by distance bars on the multi-...
Page 392 Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) To increase the set speed with the To increase the set speed with the Decreasing the Set Speed RES/ACCEL button, do this: accelerator pedal, do this: The set speed can be decreased using the SET/DECEL button or the Press and hold the RES/ACCEL Press the accelerator pedal to brake pedal.
Page 393 Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Each time you do this, your vehicle Detecting a Vehicle Ahead of You U.S. slows down about 1 mph (1 km/h). U.S. The set cruising speed will be shown on the multi-information display. On a steep downhill, the vehicle speed may exceed the set cruising Canada speed.
Page 394 Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) To change the range, press the The distance you select is also shown Changing Vehicle Distance DISTANCE button. Each time you on the multi-information display. DISTANCE BUTTON press the button, the range changes U.S. from Long, to Middle, and then to LONG RANGE Short.
Page 395 Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Canceling the ACC When you push the CANCEL button Automatic ACC Cancelation or tap the brake pedal to cancel ACC, When ACC is automatically canceled, the set cruising speed stays in the beeper sounds about 1 second, memory.
Page 396 Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) When the ABS or VSA is activated. ACC Indicator ● When the VSA indicator comes on. ● If ACC is canceled by any these conditions, wait until the condition improves, then press the RES/ ACCEL button to restore ACC. When you do this, the vehicle will resume its set cruising speed.
Page 397 Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Messages on the Message Description Multi-Information Display The multi-information display shows various messages related to ACC. For a description of each ACC ACC is on. message you may see, refer to the chart on this and the following page. U.S.
Page 398 Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Message Description Message Description ACC has automatically canceled Apply the brakes immediately. because its radar sensor in the front Your vehicle is too close to the grille is dirty. vehicle ahead of it. You will hear a beep for about 1 You will hear a continuous beep.
Page 399 Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Switching to Cruise Control DISTANCE BUTTON Press the distance button. To switch from ACC to cruise control, press the distance button on When you press the button, you will When the cruise control is selected, the steering wheel, and hold it for 1 see CRUISE MODE SELECTED on ACC does not sound a beeper or second.
Page 400 HomeLink Universal Transceiver ® The HomeLink Universal Units manufactured between April 1, Important Safety Precautions ® Refer to the safety information that came Transceiver built into your vehicle can 1982 and January 1, 1993 may be with your garage door opener to test that be programmed to operate up to three equipped with safety stop and reverse the safety features are functioning...
Page 401 HomeLink Universal Transceiver ® If you are training the second or third buttons, go directly to step 1. Training a Button Retraining a Button Press and hold the programmed HomeLink button for about a Press and hold the desired Position the remote transmitter you second.
Page 402 HomeLink Universal Transceiver ® HomeLink is a registered trademark ® As required by the FCC: This device complies with Part 15 of the of Johnson Controls, Inc. FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including...
Page 403 To use HFL, you need a Bluetooth- compatible cell phone. For a list of compatible phones, pairing procedures, and special feature capabilities: In the U.S., visit www.acura.com/ , or call (888) 528-7876. handsfreelink In Canada, visit www.handsfreelink.ca or call (888) 528-7876.
Page 404 Bluetooth HandsFreeLink (Models without navigation system) ® ® Try to reduce all background Help Features Information Display ● To hear general HFL information, As an incoming call notification, you noise. If the microphone picks up ● including help on pairing a phone will see the following display: voices other than yours, or setting up the system, say...
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 2011 ZDX...
Page 406 Bluetooth HandsFreeLink (Models without navigation system) ® ® How to Use HFL The ignition switch must be in the ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) position. ‘‘Pair’’ Pair a phone to the system (See page 405) ‘‘Edit’’ Edit the name of a paired phone (See page 405) ‘‘Delete’’...
Page 407 Bluetooth HandsFreeLink (Models without navigation system) ® ® ‘‘Redial’’ Redial the last number called (See page 408) ‘‘Transfer’’ Transfer a call from HFL to your phone, or from your phone to HFL (See page 409) ‘‘Mute’’ Mute your voice to the person at the other end of the call (See page 409) ‘‘Send’’...
Page 408 Bluetooth HandsFreeLink (Models without navigation system) ® ® Apply a security passcode to the system that must be input ‘‘Security’’ at each key cycle to access the system (See page 412) ‘‘Change Passcode’’ Change your security passcode (See page 413) ‘‘System Set how you would like to be notified of an incoming call ‘‘Call Notification’’...
Page 409 Bluetooth HandsFreeLink (Models without navigation system) ® ® To use HFL, you need to pair your To pair a cell phone: To rename a paired phone: Bluetooth-compatible cell phone to 1. Press and release the HFL Talk Press and release the HFL Talk the system.
Page 410 Bluetooth HandsFreeLink (Models without navigation system) ® ® To delete a paired phone: To hear the names of all paired To hear which paired phone is Press and release the HFL Talk phones: currently linked: button before a command. Press and release the HFL Talk Press and release the HFL Talk button before a command.
Page 411 Bluetooth HandsFreeLink (Models without navigation system) ® ® To change from the currently To change the pairing code Making a Call linked phone to another paired setting: You can make calls using a name in phone: Press and release the HFL Talk the HFL phonebook or any phone Press and release the HFL Talk button before a command.
Page 412 Bluetooth HandsFreeLink (Models without navigation system) ® ® To make a call using a name in the To make a call using a phone Receiving a Call HFL phonebook: number: When you receive a call, an incoming Press and release the HFL Talk Press and release the HFL Talk call notification (if activated) will play button before a command.
Page 413 Bluetooth HandsFreeLink (Models without navigation system) ® ® Call Waiting Transferring a Call Muting a Call If your phone has Call Waiting, press You can transfer a call from HFL to You can mute your voice to the and release the HFL Talk button to your phone, or from your phone to person you are talking to during a put the original call on hold and...
Page 414 Bluetooth HandsFreeLink (Models without navigation system) ® ® Send Numbers or Names During Phonebook NOTE: a Call You can store up to 50 names with Avoid using duplicate name ● HFL allows you to send numbers or their associated numbers in HFL. entries.
Page 415 Bluetooth HandsFreeLink (Models without navigation system) ® ® To edit the number stored in a name: To delete a name: To list all names in the phonebook: Press and release the HFL Talk Press and release the HFL Talk Press and release the HFL Talk button before a command.
Page 416 Bluetooth HandsFreeLink (Models without navigation system) ® ® To store a specific phone number To set a 4-digit passcode to lock the System Setup from your cell phone directly to the HFL system for security purposes: This command group allows you to HFL phonebook (available on some Press and release the HFL Talk change or customize HFL basic...
Page 417 Bluetooth HandsFreeLink (Models without navigation system) ® ® To change your security pass code: To select either a ring tone or a To activate or deactivate the auto prompts as the incoming call transfer function: Press and release the HFL Talk ꭧ...
Page 418 Bluetooth HandsFreeLink (Models without navigation system) ® ® To clear the system: Quick Language Selection Change Language This operation clears the passcodes, Canadian models only Canadian models only paired phones and all names in the To quickly change the language: To change the system language HFL phonebook.
Page 419 Bluetooth HandsFreeLink (Models without navigation system) ® ® Bluetooth Wireless Technology HFL Limitations ® As required by the FCC: This device complies with Part 15 of the The Bluetooth name and logos are An incoming call on HFL will ® FCC rules.
Page 420 For a list of compatible phones, pairing procedures, and special feature ENTER capabilities: In the U.S., visit www.acura.com/ Press the INFO/PHONE button to , or call (888) 528-7876. handsfreelink go to the main information screen. DIAL SELECTOR In Canada, visit www.handsfreelink.ca...
Page 421 Bluetooth HandsFreeLink (Models with navigation system) ® ® HFL Buttons Voice Control Tips Try to reduce all background ● noise. If the microphone picks up PICK-UP BUTTON HANG-UP MICROPHONE voices other than yours, BUTTON commands may be misinterpreted. To change the volume level of ●...
Page 422 Bluetooth HandsFreeLink (Models with navigation system) ® ® Display On the navigation screen: On the Cellular Phone screen: When you receive an incoming call, BATTERY LEVEL STATUS you will see the following displays SIGNAL STRENGTH and notifications. BLUETOOTH INDICATOR You will see ‘‘HANDSFREELINK’’ on the audio display while HFL is in use.
Page 423 Bluetooth HandsFreeLink (Models with navigation system) ® ® How to Use HFL The power mode must be in ACCESSORY or ON (see page 194). ‘‘Pair Phone’’ Pair your phone to the system. ‘‘Cellular Phone’’ ‘‘Setup ‘‘Pass-Key’’ Set a ‘‘fixed’’ or ‘‘random’’ pass-key code for phone pairing. Bluetooth Phone’’...
Page 424 Bluetooth HandsFreeLink (Models with navigation system) ® ® ‘‘Import ‘‘Cellular Cellular Import your entire cell phone's phonebook data to the system. Phone’’ Phonebook’’ ‘‘Store Voice Tag’’ Create a voice tag for a speed dial number. ‘‘Edit ‘‘Phone Setup’’ ‘‘Delete Voice Tag’’ Delete a voice tag for a speed dial number.
Page 425 Bluetooth HandsFreeLink (Models with navigation system) ® ® ‘‘Dial’’ ‘‘Dial’’ Enter a phone number to dial. ‘‘Dial’’ Send numbers or names during a call. ‘‘Cellular ‘‘Mute’’ Mute your voice during a call. Phone’’ Transfer a call from HFL to your phone, ‘‘Transfer’’...
Page 426 Bluetooth HandsFreeLink (Models with navigation system) ® ® To use HFL, you need to pair your Cellular Phone Phone Setup Bluetooth-compatible cell phone to This menu group is for phone the system. pairing, and user, phonebook, and speed dial editing. HFL uses a Class 2 Bluetooth, which means the maximum range between your phone and vehicle is 30 feet (10...
Page 427 Bluetooth HandsFreeLink (Models with navigation system) ® ® Setup Bluetooth Phone Phone pairing tips: You cannot pair your phone while ● To pair a cell phone: the vehicle is moving. Up to six phones can be paired. ● Your phone's battery may drain ●...
Page 428 Bluetooth HandsFreeLink (Models with navigation system) ® ® To Change the pass-key setting: To delete a paired phone: DELETE THE NUMBER FIRST TRASH ICON BLUETOOTH ICON To create your own pass-key, select ‘‘Fixed’’ and follow step 3 and 4. 1. Select ‘‘Setup Bluetooth Phone’’ 1.
Page 429 Bluetooth HandsFreeLink (Models with navigation system) ® ® Search for Next Connected Phone Edit User/PIN To name a user: To change from the currently linked You can name up to six HFL users. phone to another paired phone, Each can be PIN protected, and have select ‘‘Search a Next Connected its own phonebook, speed dial, and Phone’’...
Page 430 Bluetooth HandsFreeLink (Models with navigation system) ® ® If you select ‘‘DO NOT USE PIN’’ To create a PIN for each user: To delete a user: When you set a PIN for a user, you before entering any number, the user Deleting a user will delete all will be asked to enter the PIN every will not have a PIN.
Page 431 Bluetooth HandsFreeLink (Models with navigation system) ® ® Import Cellular Phonebook Edit Speed Dial Up to three category icons appear (available on some phones) next to the phonebook entries ꭧ The entire phonebook data (up to 10,000 numbers for 1,000 names) of Preference the cell phone that is linked to HFL can be imported to the system.
Page 432 Bluetooth HandsFreeLink (Models with navigation system) ® ® To store a speed dial number: When a voice tag is stored for the 1. Select ‘‘Edit Speed Dial’’ from the entry, you can dial the number by saying ‘‘Call’’ and the voice tag name. Phone Setup screen.
Page 433 Bluetooth HandsFreeLink (Models with navigation system) ® ® To add a voice tag to a stored speed To delete a voice tag: 1. Select ‘‘Edit Speed Dial’’ from the dial number: 1. Select ‘‘Edit Speed Dial’’ from the Phone Setup screen. Phone Setup screen.
Page 434 Bluetooth HandsFreeLink (Models with navigation system) ® ® To delete a speed dial number: Delete Imported Phonebook Making a Call 1. Select ‘‘Edit Speed Dial’’ from the This option deletes the entire You can make calls by using the phonebook of the currently linked Phone Setup screen.
Page 435 Bluetooth HandsFreeLink (Models with navigation system) ® ® To make a call using a name in the To make a call using a phone 3. Push ENTER to begin automatic Phone Book: dialing. number: 1. Select ‘‘Phonebook’’ from the 1. Select ‘‘Dial’’ from the Cellular Cellular Phone screen.
Page 436 Bluetooth HandsFreeLink (Models with navigation system) ® ® To make a call using Call History: To make a call using Speed Dial: To make call using More Speed Dial: 1. Select ‘‘More Speed Dial’’ on the Cellular Phone screen. 2. A list of up to 20 stored speed dial entries is shown.
Page 437 Bluetooth HandsFreeLink (Models with navigation system) ® ® Transfer －Allows you to transfer a Receiving a Call During a Call When you receive a call, a call from HFL to your phone, or from notification appears on the screen your phone to HFL. (see page 418).
Page 438 Bluetooth HandsFreeLink (Models with navigation system) ® ® Call Waiting Bluetooth ® Wireless Technology As required by the FCC: If your phone has Call Waiting, press This device complies with Part 15 of the The Bluetooth name and logos are ®...
Page 439 Acura Server. and a selector. items. When you make a selection, Working through the XM radio...
Page 440 AcuraLink (U.S. models only) ® To view previously read messages: Reading Messages If you have new messages, an envelope icon appears in the lower left hand part of the navigation screen. A list of all messages will be shown. New Messages will be at the top. Press the INFO/PHONE button.
Page 441 AcuraLink (U.S. models only) ® Unread messages have a closed Message Options envelope icon next to them. The icon disappears when it has already been read. NOTE: Only Diagnostic Info messages appear on the navigation screen while driving. They indicate if your vehicle has a problem that may need immediate attention (see page 446).
Page 442 This paired with 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 AcuraLink (U.S. models only) ® Deleting Messages To delete all messages: Use the interface knob to scroll to ● NOTE: Diagnostic info and recall/ the AcuraLink/Messages button, NOTE: The Delete All Messages campaign messages can only be and select it by pressing ENTER command does not apply to deleted by your dealer.
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. 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 we retain your current phone change or reschedule the number. Please update your appointment date, call your dealer information using My Acura at www. directly with HFL. owners.acura.com Using automated appointments, your registered dealer through My Acura is automatically selected.
Page 450 AcuraLink (U.S. models only) ® If you want the information now, Diagnostic Info When an indicator comes on or a select the Check Now option. (If the message is displayed on the Multi- navigation screen is not active, you Information Display (MID), must select OK from the navigation AcuraLink can provide information disclaimer screen before you can...
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 Select Setup with the interface vehicle based on appointments selector to view the SETUP screen. created or changed at My Acura's Push the interface selector to the online scheduling website. right to select Other, then rotate 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: Bluetooth This device complies with Part 15 of the -compatible and enabled The default setting is Prompt. When ®...
Page 455 Rearview Mirror with Rearview Camera Display On models with navigation system On models without navigation system Refer to the navigation system REARVIEW CAMERA DISPLAY manual for operation of the rearview camera. SENSOR POWER BUTTON For the best picture, always keep the rearview camera clean, and do not You can turn the camera display on cover the camera lens.
Page 456 Rearview Mirror with Rearview Camera Display If the engine has just been started, it Rearview Camera Guide Line The camera display has parking may take a short time for the system guide lines that indicate distance SCREEN DISPLAY to display the rear view. from your vehicle.
Page 457 Before Driving ......Before you begin driving your Break-in Period ....vehicle, you should know what Fuel Recommendation ..gasoline to use and how to check the Service Station Procedures ......... levels of important fluids. You also Refueling ..need to know how to properly store Tighten Fuel Cap Message cargo or packages.
Page 458 Break-in Period, Fuel Recommendation Use of gasoline with these additives Break-in Period Fuel Recommendation Help assure your vehicle's future Your vehicle is designed to operate may adversely affect performance, reliability and performance by paying on premium unleaded gasoline with and cause the malfunction indicator extra attention to how you drive a pump octane of 91 or higher.
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 Service Station Procedures If the fuel nozzle keeps clicking off Tighten Fuel Cap Message even though the tank is not full, there FUEL FILL CAP may be a problem with your vehicle's fuel vapor recovery system. The system helps keep fuel vapor from going into the atmosphere.
Page 461 Service Station Procedures The message should go off after Opening and Closing the Hood several days of normal driving once HOOD RELEASE HANDLE you tighten or replace the fuel fill cap. To scroll to another message, LATCH press the INFO button. The ‘‘TIGHTEN FUEL CAP’’...
Page 462 Service Station Procedures 3. Lift the hood up most of the way. Oil Check The hydraulic supports will lift it DIPSTICK up the rest of the way and hold it To close the hood, lower the hood to about a foot (30 cm) above the fender, then press down firmly with your hands.
Page 463 Service Station Procedures Engine Coolant Check RESERVE TANK Look at the coolant level in the radiator reserve tank. Make sure it is between the MAX and MIN lines. If it is below the MIN line, see Adding Engine Coolant on page information on adding the proper coolant.
Page 464 Fuel Economy Actual Mileage and EPA Fuel Economy Estimates Comparison. City MPG Highway MPG Fuel economy is not a fixed number. It varies based on driving conditions, driving habits and vehicle condition. Therefore, it is not possible for one set of estimates to predict fuel economy precisely for all drivers in Combined Fuel all environments.
Page 465 Fuel Economy Observe the speed limit － Fuel Economy Factors For example: ● The following factors can lower your Aerodynamic drag has a big effect Use the recommended viscosity ● vehicle's fuel economy: on fuel economy at speeds above motor oil, displaying the API 45 mph (75 km/h).
Page 466 Fuel Economy Checking Your Fuel Economy Minimize the use of the air ● conditioning system － The A/C puts an extra load on the engine which makes it use more fuel. Use the fresh-air ventilation when possible. Gallons of Miles per Miles driven Plan and combine trips －...
Page 467 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 Your vehicle has several convenient DOOR POCKET storage areas: Glove box ● STORAGE COMPARTMENT Door and seat-back pockets ● Side pockets ● CONSOLE Cargo area COMPARTMENT ● Console compartment ● Storage compartments ● Under floor storage ● However, carrying too much cargo, or improperly storing it, can affect your vehicle's handling, stability, stopping distance, and tires, and...
Page 470 Carrying Cargo (4) The resulting figure equals the Load Limits The maximum load for your vehicle available amount of cargo and Overloading or improper is 830 lbs (380 kg). luggage load capacity. For loading can affect handling and example, if the ‘‘XXX’’ amount See Tire And Loading Information stability and cause a crash in equals 1,400 lbs.
Page 471 Carrying Cargo In addition, the total weight of the vehicle, all occupants, accessories, cargo, and trailer tongue load must Example 1 not exceed the Gross Vehicle Weight Passenger Weight Cargo Weight Max Load (830 lbs) Rating (GVWR) or the Gross Axle (150 lbs x 2 = 300 lbs) (530 lbs) (380 kg)
Page 472 Carrying Cargo If a loop is damaged or pulled, Carrying Cargo in the Passenger Carrying Cargo in the Cargo Area Compartment Distribute cargo evenly on the repair it by carefully trimming with ● Store or secure all items that could floor of the cargo area, placing the scissors to prevent further ●...
Page 473 Carrying Cargo Optional Separation Net Cargo Hooks The cargo area carpets are loop-type The separation net can be used to construction. If snags occur from hold back soft, lightweight items sharp or rough objects, do not pull stored in the cargo area. Heavy items the loose threads to remove them.
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Page 475 Driving ...... This section gives you tips on Driving Guidelines Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA ® ...... starting the engine under various Preparing to Drive aka Electronic Stability Control ..... conditions, and how to operate the Starting the Engine (Models (ESC), System automatic transmission.
Page 476 Driving Guidelines, Preparing to Drive Do not modify your vehicle in any Driving Guidelines Preparing to Drive ● Your vehicle has higher ground way that would raise the center of You should do the following checks clearance that allows you to travel gravity.
Page 477 Preparing to Drive, Starting the Engine (Models without Keyless Access System) 6. Check the adjustment of the inside Starting the Engine If you hold the ignition switch in and outside mirrors (see page Your vehicle's starting system has an the START (III) position for more 177).
Page 478 Starting the Engine (Models without Keyless Access System) If this message is on, the ignition Check Starting System Message switch has to be held in the START The engine is harder to start in cold (III) position manually until the weather.
Page 479 Starting the Engine (Models with Keyless Access System) Your vehicle's starting system has an The keyless access remote battery ● auto control mode. When you have becomes weak or dead. The immobilizer system protects your your keyless access remote and push 4.
Page 480 Starting the Engine (Models with Keyless Access System) If this message is on, you should Check Starting System Message Emergency Engine Start press and hold the engine start/stop If you cannot start the engine using button until the engine starts. The the normal engine start procedure, engine start/stop button can be do the following:...
Page 481 Automatic Transmission Shift Lever Position Indicators 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. If the malfunction indicator lamp comes on along with the ‘‘D’’...
Page 482 Automatic Transmission Park (P) － This position Models equipped with the keyless Shifting access system have an engine start/ mechanically locks the transmission. stop button instead of an ignition Use Park whenever you are turning switch. VEHICLE OFF (LOCK) off or starting the engine. To shift out mode is the equivalent of LOCK (0);...
Page 483 Automatic Transmission Reverse (R) － Press the brake Drive (D) － Use this position for You must also press the release button to shift into Park. To avoid pedal and press the release button on your normal driving. The transmission damage, come to a the front of the shift lever to shift transmission automatically selects a complete stop before shifting into...
Page 484 Automatic Transmission S position (S) － To shift into the S Shift Lock Release Engine Speed Limiter position, press the release button on If you exceed the maximum speed This allows you to move the shift the front of the shift lever, and move for the gear you are in, the engine lever out of Park if the normal the lever to S.
Page 485 Automatic Transmission SHIFT LOCK RELEASE SLOT 6. Remove the key or built-in key from the shift lock release slot, then reinstall the cover. Make sure the notch on the cover is on the rear side. Press the brake pedal, and restart the engine. If you need to use the shift lock release, it means your vehicle is developing a problem.
Page 486 Driving with the Paddle Shifters Downshifting with the paddle shifter Using the Paddle Shifters in the D position (D-Paddle Shift Mode) allows you to increase the engine When you are driving in the D braking when going down steep or position, you can shift the long hills, and provides more power transmission up or down manually...
Page 487 Driving with the Paddle Shifters The transmission control system Each time you pull either paddle You are trying to downshift from ● monitors the accelerator pedal use shifter, the transmission shifts one second to first with the accelerator and your driving conditions. When gear up or down.
Page 488 Driving with the Paddle Shifters To enter the sequential shift mode, Using the Paddle Shifters in the S GEAR POSITION INDICATOR position (Sequential Shift Mode) press the release button on the front With the shift lever in the S position, of the shift lever, move the lever to you can select the sequential shift the S position, then pull either paddle...
Page 489 Driving with the Paddle Shifters When you accelerate from a stop, the The transmission remains in the Downshifting with the paddle shifter transmission starts in first gear, and selected gear (6, 5, 4, 3, or 2). There allows you to increase the engine shifts from first to second is no automatic downshift when you braking when going down steep or...
Page 490 Driving with the Paddle Shifters The automatic transmission will not You upshift before the engine Starting in Second Gear ● When you are in sequential shift allow you to shift up or down if: speed reaches the lowest mode, and the vehicle is stopped, threshold of the higher gear.
Page 491 Super Handling-All Wheel Drive™ (SH-AWD ) System ® The super handling-all wheel drive SH-AWD Torque Distribution Each torque indicator is displayed as (SH-AWD) system is a full time all- a bar graph divided into 5 segments. Monitor wheel-drive system that The number of segments represents TORQUE INDICATOR automatically controls and transfers...
Page 492 Super Handling-All Wheel Drive™ (SH-AWD ) System ® Your vehicle still has normal front- wheel drive with vehicle stability assist (VSA), but does not have the advantages of SH-AWD. Have your vehicle checked by a dealer as soon as possible. If the SH-AWD indicator blinks while If the SH-AWD indicator on the driving, it indicates the differential...
Page 493 Parking Always use the parking brake when Parking Tips Never park over dry leaves, tall ● you park your vehicle. Make sure the Make sure the panoramic glass grass, or other flammable ● parking brake is set firmly, or your roof and the windows are closed.
Page 494 Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Your vehicle is equipped with a tire If you think you can safely drive a Low Tire Pressure/ pressure monitoring system (TPMS) TPMS Indicator short distance to a service station, that turns on every time you start the proceed slowly to the station, then When the low tire pressure/TPMS engine and monitors the pressure in...
Page 495 Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) For example, if you check and fill Although your tire pressure is Tire Pressure Monitor your tires in a warm area, then drive monitored, you must manually check in extremely cold weather, the tire the tire pressures monthly. pressure will be lower than Each tire, including the spare, should measured and could be underinflated...
Page 496 Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) U. S. Canada This shows that front left tire Canadian model is losing pressure. Each tire pressure is shown in PSI Each tire has its own pressure If any of the tires has low pressure, (U.S.
Page 497 Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) TPMS System Failure If the low tire pressure/TPMS U. S. indicator comes on, or the multi- information display shows a ‘‘CHECK TPMS SYSTEM’’ message, the VSA system automatically turns on even when the VSA system is turned off by pressing the VSA OFF switch Canada (see page 509).
Page 498 Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) This indicator and the warning Changing a Tire with TPMS As required by the FCC: This device complies with Part 15 of the If you have a flat tire, the low tire message on the multi-information FCC rules.
Page 499 Braking System Your vehicle is equipped with disc Constant application of the brakes Braking System Design brakes at all four wheels. A power when going down a long hill builds The hydraulic system that operates assist helps reduce the effort needed up heat and reduces their the brakes has two separate circuits.
Page 500 Anti-lock Brakes (ABS) The anti-lock brake system (ABS) You will feel a pulsation in the brake ABS Indicator helps prevent the wheels from pedal when the ABS activates, and locking up, and helps you retain may hear some noise. This is normal: If this indicator comes on, the anti- steering control by pumping the it is the ABS rapidly pumping the...
Page 501 Anti-lock Brakes (ABS) If the ABS indicator and the brake Important Safety Reminders ABS cannot prevent a loss of system indicator come on together, stability. Always steer moderately ABS does not reduce the time or and the parking brake is fully distance it takes to stop the when you are braking hard.
Page 502 Collision Mitigation Braking System™ (CMBS™) When your speed is above 10 mph Overview RADAR SENSOR If equipped (15 km/h), the CMBS is monitoring The collision mitigation braking the vehicle ahead of you with radar. system™ (CMBS™) can assist the When your vehicle is approaching driver when there is a possibility of the vehicle ahead of yours too colliding with the vehicle in front of...
Page 503 If it gets dirty, clean it with The radar sensor cover is located water or a mild detergent. Never use under the Acura emblem in the front chemical solvents or polishing grille. If the radar sensor cover is When the CMBS is on, the radar sensor powder.
Page 504 Collision Mitigation Braking System™ (CMBS™) Certain conditions may cause the Collision Alarm radar aim to be temporarily out of proper range, such as the following two examples: Your vehicle is tilted because of a ● heavy load in the rear or from modifications to the suspension.
Page 505 Collision Mitigation Braking System™ (CMBS™) CMBS Distance between vehicles The radar sensor Audio & Visual E-pretensioner Braking detects a vehicle WARNINGS ‘‘BRAKE’’ YOUR VEHICLE flashes on the VEHICLE AHEAD multi- There is a risk of a — — information Stage one collision with the display.
Page 506 Collision Mitigation Braking System™ (CMBS™) When you select the ON mode by CMBS OFF Button Automatic Shut Off operating the engine start/stop Any of the conditions below can cause the CMBS to shut off. When the button (see page 194), the CMBS will system shuts off, the CMBS indicator be in the previously selected on or off in the instrument panel comes on,...
Page 507 Collision Mitigation Braking System™ (CMBS™) CMBS Indicator The CMBS indicator normally comes When you select the ON mode by ● on under these conditions: operating the engine start/stop button, the CMBS indicator should When you manually switch off the ● come on for a few seconds, then go system.
Page 508 Collision Mitigation Braking System™ (CMBS™) Limitations YOUR VEHICLE YOUR VEHICLE The CMBS may not activate under some conditions. Here are a few examples: The distance between your vehicle ● and the vehicle ahead of you is too short. A vehicle cuts in front of you at a ●...
Page 509 Collision Mitigation Braking System™ (CMBS™) YOUR VEHICLE YOUR VEHICLE The CMBS is not designed to detect pedestrians. This system is designed to detect and provide sufficient advanced warning of a collision. As a result, you may experience occasional false activations. Even with little or no chance of a collision, the CMBS may activate A vehicle suddenly crosses in front...
Page 510 Collision Mitigation Braking System™ (CMBS™) YOUR VEHICLE LOW BRIDGE RAILS SIGN, POLE, etc. When you pass a low bridge at high When you approach train tracks. Because of the road condition ● ● speed. (curved, winding, etc.) or the state of your vehicle (turning angle, lane When you go over a sharp-edged ●...
Page 511 Collision Mitigation Braking System™ (CMBS™) As required by the FCC: Important Safety Reminder This device complies with Part 15 of The main purpose of the CMBS is to the FCC rules. Operation is subject to reduce the severity of injuries caused the following two conditions: (1) This by an unavoidable collision.
Page 512 Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA ), aka Electronic Stability Control (ESC), System ® The vehicle stability assist (VSA) If the indicator does not come on VSA OFF Indicator system helps to stabilize the vehicle when the power mode is set to ON, during cornering if the vehicle turns there may be a problem with the VSA When VSA is off, the VSA OFF...
Page 513 Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA ), aka Electronic Stability Control (ESC), System ® You will also see a ‘‘CHECK VSA VSA OFF Button VSA is turned on every time you start SYSTEM’’ message on the multi- the engine, even if you turned it off information display if there is a the last time you drove the vehicle.
Page 514 Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA ), aka Electronic Stability Control (ESC), System ® Hill start assist may not prevent your VSA and Tire Sizes Hill Start Assist Driving with varying tire or wheel Your vehicle is equipped with a hill vehicle from rolling downhill on a sizes may cause the VSA to start assist feature to help prevent very steep or slippery slope, and will...
Page 515 Blind Spot Information System (BSI) Failure to visually confirm that it is safe to change lanes before doing so may result in a crash and serious injury or death. Do not rely only on the blind spot information system when changing lanes.
Page 516 Blind Spot Information System (BSI) BSI System Operation When BSI detects a vehicle in an alert The system will not alert you to all zone, a BSI alert indicator comes on vehicles in blind spot zones (such as near the corresponding outside vehicles you have just passed which rearview mirror.
Page 517 Blind Spot Information System (BSI) BSI INDICATOR MULTI-INFORMATION DISPLAY BSI ALERT INDICATOR LEFT SIDE RIGHT SIDE BSI OFF BUTTON CONTINUED 2011 ZDX...
Page 518 Blind Spot Information System (BSI) Impacts to the radar sensors or the LEVER INDICATOR area around them can affect system performance. If an impact occurs, ILLUMINATE have the system checked by your dealer. BLINK The BSI alert indicator starts to blink Radar sensors, located underneath as a reminder if you move the turn each corner of the rear bumper,...
Page 519 Blind Spot Information System (BSI) Important Precautions The system should be turned off Limitations Like all assistance systems, BSI has when towing a trailer. Due to the The BSI alert indicators may not limitations. Over-reliance on BSI may added mass and resulting changes in illuminate under the following result in a collision.
Page 520 Blind Spot Information System (BSI) BSI may be adversely affected under EXAMPLES the following circumstances: GUARD RAIL POLE OR TREE When objects such as guard rails, ● poles, trees, etc., are detected. When an object that doesn't reflect ● radio waves well, such as a motorcycle, is in the alert zone.
Page 521 Blind Spot Information System (BSI) BSI OFF Button To turn the system on again, press the same button. The BSI indicator on the instrument panel turns off. The multi-information display indicates that the system is on. When the power mode is set to ON with the engine start/stop button, the system will be in the previously selected ON or OFF setting.
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. 2011 ZDX...
Page 523 Blind Spot Information System (BSI), Integrated Dynamics System (IDS) As required by the FCC: Integrated Dynamics System Sport Mode This device complies with Part 15 of The system prioritizes handling (IDS) the FCC rules. Operation is subject If equipped response for higher handling to the following two conditions: (1) The integrated dynamics system performance.
Page 524 Integrated Dynamics System (IDS) Turn the Integrated Dynamics When comfort mode is selected, the 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.
Page 525 Integrated Dynamics System (IDS) Active Damper System In addition, the ECPS also defaults into sport mode, and you will see the Indicator ‘‘CHECK POWER STEERING If there is a problem with the active SYSTEM’’ message appear on the damper system, the system shuts multi-information display (see page down and the active damper system 91).
Page 526 Towing a Trailer Your vehicle has been designed Load Limit primarily to carry passengers and Exceeding any load limit or their cargo. You can also use it to tow improperly loading your vehicle a trailer if you carefully observe the and trailer can cause a crash in load limits, use the proper which you can be seriously hurt...
Page 527 Towing a Trailer To achieve a proper tongue load, Checking Loads start by loading 60% of the load The best way to confirm that all loads toward the front of the trailer and 40% are within limits is to check them at a toward the rear, then re-adjust the public scale.
Page 528 Towing a Trailer Safety Chains Trailer Lights Towing Equipment and Always use safety chains when you Trailer lights and equipment must Accessories tow a trailer. Make sure the chains comply with federal, state, provincial, Towing can require a variety of are secured to the trailer and hitch, territorial, and local regulations.
Page 529 Towing a Trailer ＋B TAILLIGHT AND Since lighting and wiring vary by Pre-Tow Checklist LEFT TURN AUXILIARY LIGHTS SIGNAL trailer type and brand, you should When preparing to tow, and before (YELLOW) (BLUE) RIGHT TURN have a qualified technician install a driving away, be sure to check the SIGNAL suitable connector between the...
Page 530 Towing a Trailer The lights and brakes on your Towing Speeds and Gears Driving Safely With a Trailer ● Drive slower than normal in all vehicle and the trailer are working The added weight, length, and driving situations, and obey posted properly.
Page 531 Towing a Trailer Driving on Hills Handling Crosswinds and Buffeting Towing Your Vehicle When climbing hills, closely watch Crosswinds and air turbulence Your vehicle is not designed to be your temperature gauge. If it nears caused by passing trucks can disrupt towed behind a motor home.
Page 532 Off-Highway Driving Guidelines General Information Important Safety Precautions Your vehicle has been designed To avoid loss of control or rollover, Improperly operating this primarily for use on pavement. But be sure to follow all precautions and vehicle on or off-pavement can its higher ground clearance and recommendations.
Page 533 Off-Highway Driving Guidelines Check Out Your Vehicle Accelerating and Braking Driving on Slopes Before you leave the pavement, be For better traction on all surfaces, If you can't clearly see all conditions or obstacles on a slope, walk the sure to do all scheduled maintenance accelerate slowly and gradually build and service, and inspect your vehicle up speed.
Page 534 Off-Highway Driving Guidelines The banks are sloped so you can If the water is deeper than the wheel You should never use a jack to try to ● drive out. hubs, some additional service may be get unstuck. Your vehicle could required.
Page 535 Maintenance ..... This section explains why it is U.S. Vehicles: Maintenance, Maintenance Safety ....important to keep your vehicle well Maintenance Minder replacement, or repair of ......maintained and how to follow basic emissions control devices and Fluid Locations ..maintenance safety precautions.
Page 536 Maintenance Safety All service items not detailed in this Wear eye protection and protective Burns from hot parts. Let the ● ● engine and exhaust system cool section should be performed by a clothing when working with the down before touching any parts. certified technician or other qualified battery or compressed air.
Page 537 Maintenance Minder Your vehicle displays engine oil life Engine Oil Life Display Models equipped with the keyless and maintenance service items on access system have an engine start/ REMAINING ENGINE OIL LIFE the multi-information display to show stop button instead of an ignition you when you should have your switch.
Page 538 Maintenance Minder The remaining engine oil life is Pressing either INFO button (▲/▼) MAINTENANCE shown on the multi-information SUB ITEM CODE(S) switches the display from the display according to this table: message to another display. Once you switch the display, this message Calculated Engine Oil Displayed Engine will go off.
Page 539 Maintenance Minder This message reminds you that your REMAINING ENGINE OIL LIFE vehicle will soon be due for scheduled maintenance. MAINTENANCE MAIN ITEM CODE MAINTENANCE MAIN ITEM(S) SUB ITEM CODE(S) SUB ITEM(S) Press the SEL/RESET button on the When the remaining oil life is 5 to 1 steering wheel repeatedly to select percent, the multi-information display shows a ‘‘SERVICE DUE NOW’’...
Page 540 Maintenance Minder Pressing either INFO button (▲/▼) switches the display from the message to another display. Once you switch the display, this message will go off. Press the SEL/RESET button on the If the indicated maintenance service steering wheel repeatedly to select is not done and the remaining engine the engine oil life.
Page 541 Maintenance Minder These messages will come on every TOTAL PAST DUE DISTANCE TRAVELED time you turn the ignition switch to U.S. the ON (II) position. Models equipped with the keyless access system have an engine start/ stop button instead of an ignition MAINTENANCE CODES switch.
Page 542 Maintenance Minder This message is displayed when you Maintenance Main Items and Sub TOTAL PAST DUE drive over 10 miles (for U.S. models) DISTANCE TRAVELED Items U.S. or 10 km (for Canadian models) after seeing the 0% message. Immediately have the service performed, and make sure to reset Canada the display as described on page 539.
Page 543 Maintenance Minder Resetting the Engine Oil Life 3. Press and hold the SEL/RESET button Important Maintenance on the steering wheel for more than 10 Display Precautions seconds. The remaining engine oil life Your dealer will reset the display If you have the required service done reset mode will be shown on the multi- after completing the required but do not reset the display, or reset...
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 Maintenance Minder Lights － Check the operation of Owner's Maintenance Checks ● You should check the following the headlights, parking lights, items at the specified intervals. If you taillights, high-mount brake light, are unsure of how to perform any and license plate lights monthly. check, turn to the appropriate page See page 555.
Page 546 Maintenance Minder Symbol Maintenance Main Items Symbol Maintenance Sub Items ● Replace engine oil ● Rotate tires ● Replace engine oil and oil filter ● Replace air cleaner element ● Inspect front and rear brakes If you drive in dusty conditions, replace every 15,000 miles (24,000 km).
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) 2011 ZDX...
Page 548 Engine Compartment Cover The component parts in the engine ENGINE COMPARTMENT COVERS compartment are protected by several covers. You may need to remove the cover when you perform some simple maintenance work. HOLDING CLIP To remove the covers: 1. Remove the right and left engine compartment covers by pulling them straight up.
Page 549 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 Adding Engine Oil, Changing the Engine Oil and Filter Synthetic Oil Changing the Engine Oil and DRAIN BOLT You may use a synthetic motor oil if Filter it meets the same requirements Always change the oil and filter given for a conventional motor oil: it according to the maintenance displays the API Certification Seal messages shown on the multi-...
Page 551 Changing the Engine Oil and Filter 4. Install a new oil filter according to 7. Reinstall the engine oil fill cap. OIL FILTER the instructions that come with it. Start the engine. The oil pressure indicator should go out within 5 Make sure to clean off any dirt and seconds.
Page 552 Engine Coolant Always use Honda Long-life Anti- If the reserve tank is completely Adding Engine Coolant freeze/Coolant Type 2. This coolant empty, you should also check the is pre-mixed with 50 percent coolant level in the radiator. antifreeze and 50 percent water. Never add straight antifreeze or plain water.
Page 553 Engine Coolant 1. Make sure the engine and radiator 4. The coolant level should be up to RADIATOR CAP are cool. the base of the filler neck. Add coolant if it is low. 2. Relieve any pressure in the cooling system by turning the radiator cap Pour the coolant slowly and counterclockwise, without...
Page 554 Engine Coolant, Windshield Washers Windshield Washers Check and fill the windshield washer Do not use engine antifreeze or a reservoir according to the warning vinegar/water solution in the message on the multi-information windshield washer reservoir. Antifreeze display. can damage your vehicle's paint, while If the washer fluid is low, a ‘‘LOW a vinegar/water solution can damage WASHER FLUID’’...
Page 555 Automatic Transmission Fluid Check the fluid level with the engine DIPSTICK at normal operating temperature. 1. Park the vehicle on level ground. Start the engine, let it run until the radiator fan comes on, then shut off the engine. For accurate UPPER MARK results, wait about 60 seconds (but LOWER MARK...
Page 556 Damage resulting from the use of transmission fluid other than Acura Always use Acura ATF DW-1 ATF DW-1 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 Check the fluid level in the brake Always use Honda Heavy Duty fluid reservoir monthly. Brake Fluid DOT 3. If it is not available, you should use only DOT 3 You will also see the ‘‘LOW BRAKE or DOT 4 fluid, from a sealed FLUID’’...
Page 558 Maintenance Minder schedule. steering system flushed and refilled 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 Lights Headlight Aiming Replacing Front Turn Signal/ SIDE MARKER LIGHT The headlights were properly aimed Parking and Side Marker Light BULB when your vehicle was new. If you Bulbs regularly carry heavy items in the FRONT TURN SIGNAL/PARKING LIGHT cargo area or pull a trailer, readjustment may be required.
Page 560 Lights To change the bulb on the 4. Remove the bulb by turning it one- Replacing a Daytime Running Light Bulb passenger's side, remove the quarter turn counterclockwise. power steering fluid reservoir by 5. Install the new bulb into the hole, CLIP HEAT SHIELD pulling it out of its stay.
Page 561 Lights Replacing Front Fog Light Bulbs UNDER COVER BULB Your vehicle uses halogen light bulbs. When replacing a bulb, handle it by its plastic case, and protect the glass from contact with your skin or hard objects. If you touch the glass, clean it with denatured alcohol and a clean cloth.
Page 562 Lights 6. Push the electrical connector back Replacing Rear Bulbs BOLTS onto the bulb. Make sure it is on (in Rear Pillar) all the way. 7. Turn on the fog lights to test the new bulb. 8. Reinstall the holding clips, and push in the head of each clip.
Page 563 Lights 6. Push the new bulb straight into Replacing a Back-up Light Bulb the socket until it bottoms. 7. Turn on the lights to make sure the new bulb is working. 8. Put the socket back into the light assembly, and turn it clockwise to lock it in place.
Page 564 Lights 6. Put the socket back into the light Replacing a Rear License Plate BULB assembly, and turn it clockwise to Bulb lock it in place. 7. Place the cover back into the light assembly. Push it up until it locks in place.
Page 565 Lights 7. Place the cover back into the light BULB assembly. Push it up until it locks in place. Side Turn Signal Light Each outside mirror has side turn signal lights. The lights should be replaced by your dealer. High-mount Brake Light The high-mount brake light should be replaced by your dealer.
Page 566 Dust and Pollen Filter, Cleaning the Seat Belts Dirt build-up around the openings of Dust and Pollen Filter Cleaning the Seat Belts This filter removes the dust and the seat belt anchors can cause the pollen that is brought in from the belts to retract slowly.
Page 567 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 Check the condition of the wiper WIPER ARMS blades at least every 6 months. Replace them if you find signs of cracking in the rubber, and areas that are getting hard or if they leave streaks and unwiped areas when used.
Page 569 Wiper Blades When replacing a wiper blade, make 4. Examine the new wiper blades. If sure not to drop the wiper blade or they have no plastic or metal wiper arm down on the windshield. reinforcement along the back edge, remove the metal reinforcement strips from the old BLADE BLADE...
Page 570 Wiper Blades 7. Lower the wiper arm against the window. Windshield: Lower the passenger's side first, then the driver's side. 5. Place the top of the wiper blade on the end of the blade assembly, and slide the blade onto the assembly in the direction pointed to by the arrow.
Page 571 Tires To safely operate your vehicle, your Inflation Guidelines Use a gauge to measure the air tires must be the proper type and Keeping the tires properly inflated pressure in each tire at least once a size, in good condition with adequate provides the best combination of month.
Page 572 Tires Check the air pressures when the While tubeless tires have some Recommended Tire Pressures tires are cold. This means the vehicle ability to self-seal if they are The following chart shows the has been parked for at least 3 hours, punctured, you should look closely recommended cold tire pressures for or driven less than 1 mile (1.6 km).
Page 573 Tires Tire Inspection Tire Service Life INDICATOR LOCATION MARKS Every time you check inflation, you The service life of your tires is should also examine the tires for dependent on many factors, damage, foreign objects, and wear. including, but not limited to, driving habits, road conditions, vehicle You should look for: loading, inflation pressure,...
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. 2011 ZDX...
Page 575 Tires It is best to replace all four tires at Winter Driving Tires marked ‘‘M ＋ S’’ or ‘‘All the same time. If that is not possible Installing improper tires on your or necessary, replace the two front Season’’ on the sidewall have an all- vehicle can affect handling and tires or two rear tires as a pair.
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 The sensor on the negative terminal WARNING: Battery posts, monitors your vehicle's battery terminals, and related accessories The battery gives off explosive condition. contain lead and lead compounds. hydrogen gas during normal Wash your hands after handling. If there is a problem with the sensor, operation.
Page 578 Checking the Battery On models with navigation system The navigation system will also disable itself. 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.
Page 579 Vehicle Storage If you need to park your vehicle for Block the rear wheels. Cover the vehicle with a ● ● ‘‘breathable’’ cover, one made from an extended period (more than 1 If the vehicle is to be stored for a ●...
Page 580 Interior Care Leather Vacuum dirt and dust from the leather frequently. Pay particular attention to the pleats and seams. 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.
Page 581 Taking Care of the Unexpected ....This section covers the more Compact Spare Tire ....common problems that motorists Changing a Flat Tire ..... experience with their vehicles. It If the Engine Won't Start ......gives you information about how to Jump Starting ....
Page 582 Compact Spare Tire Use the compact spare tire as a Do not mount snow chains on a ● INDICATOR LOCATION MARK temporary replacement only. Get compact spare tire. your regular tire repaired or Do not use your compact spare tire ●...
Page 583 Changing a Flat Tire If you have a flat tire while driving, stop in a safe place to change it. Drive slowly along the shoulder until JACK you get to an exit or an area to stop that is far away from the traffic lanes. The vehicle can easily roll off TOOLS the jack, seriously injuring...
Page 584 Changing a Flat Tire 3. Open the tailgate. PLASTIC COVER HANDLE 4. Push the rear edge of the handle 5. The spare tire is stored to raise the handle and pull up the underneath the rear cargo area. handle to raise the front cargo area Remove the plastic cover on the floor.
Page 585 Changing a Flat Tire WHEEL NUT WRENCH WHEEL NUT WRENCH EXTENSION BRACKET 7. Keep turning the wheel nut 9. Loosen each wheel nut 1/2 turn wrench to create slack in the with the wheel nut wrench. cable. The wheel nut wrench supplied with 8.
Page 586 Changing a Flat Tire EXTENSION BRAKE HUB JACKING POINT WHEEL NUT WRENCH 10. Place the jack under the jacking 11. Use the extension and the wheel 13. Before mounting the spare tire, point nearest the tire you need to nut wrench as shown to raise the wipe any dirt off the mounting change.
Page 587 Changing a Flat Tire 14. Put on the spare tire. Put the 18. Place the flat tire face up under the wheel nuts back on finger-tight, hoist. then tighten them in a crisscross 19. Insert the hoist bracket into the pattern with the wheel nut wrench center hole of the flat tire.
Page 588 Changing a Flat Tire WHEEL NUT WRENCH Loose items can fly around the Always raise the spare tire hoist, even if interior in a crash and could you are not stowing a tire. If the hoist is seriously injure the occupants. left down, it will be damaged during EXTENSION driving and need to be replaced.
Page 589 If the Engine Won't Start Diagnosing why the engine won't Nothing Happens or the Starter Turn the ignition switch to the ON ● start falls into two areas, depending (II) position or on models with Motor Operates Very Slowly on what you hear when you turn the When you turn the ignition switch to keyless access system, press the ignition switch to the START (III)
Page 590 If the Engine Won't Start If the headlights dim noticeably or On models with keyless access If you find nothing wrong, you will system go out when you try to start the need a qualified technician to find the engine, either the battery is problem.
Page 591 Jump Starting To Jump Start Your Vehicle: Although this seems like a simple 1. Open the hood, and check the procedure, you should take several physical condition of the battery. precautions. In very cold weather, check the condition of the electrolyte. If it seems slushy or frozen, do not try jump starting until it thaws.
Page 592 Jump Starting 5. If the booster battery is in another vehicle, have an assistant start that vehicle and run it at a fast idle. 6. Start your vehicle. If the starter motor still operates slowly, check that the jumper cables have good metal-to-metal contact.
Page 593 If the Engine Overheats The pointer of your vehicle's 1. Safely pull to the side of the road. temperature gauge should stay in the Put the transmission in Park, and Steam and spray from an midrange under most conditions. If it set the parking brake.
Page 594 If the Engine Overheats 4. If the temperature gauge stays at 9. Start the engine and set the climate control to AUTO at ‘‘Hi.’’ the red mark, turn off the engine. Removing the radiator cap Add coolant to the radiator up to 5.
Page 595 Low Oil Pressure Indicator This indicator should never 1. Safely pull off the road, and shut 3. If necessary, add oil to bring the come on when the engine is off the engine. Turn on the hazard level back to the full mark on the running.
Page 596 Charging System Indicator If you see a ‘‘REPLACE BATTERY’’ If the charging system Immediately turn off all electrical indicator comes on brightly accessories. Try not to use other message on the multi-information when the engine is running, the electrically operated controls such as display, along with this indicator on, battery is not being charged.
Page 597 Malfunction Indicator Lamp If this indicator comes on If the indicator comes on repeatedly, Readiness Code Your vehicle has certain ‘‘readiness while driving, it means one even though it may turn off as you codes’’ that are part of the on-board of the engine's emissions control continue driving, have your vehicle diagnostics for the emissions systems.
Page 598 Brake System Indicator If the fluid level is low, take your Slow down by shifting to a lower U.S. Canada vehicle to a dealer, and have the gear, and pull to the side of the road The brake system brake system inspected for leaks or when it is safe.
Page 599 Fuses INTERIOR (DRIVER'S SIDE) INTERIOR (PASSENGER'S SIDE) UNDER-HOOD (PRIMARY) The vehicle's fuses are located in The passenger's side interior fuse four fuse boxes. box is on the lower passenger's side UNDER-HOOD (SECONDARY) panel. To remove the fuse box lid, 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...
Page 600 Fuses The primary under-hood fuse box is Checking and Replacing Fuses FUSE BLOWN on the passenger's side. The If something electrical in your secondary fuse box is located next to vehicle stops working, the first thing the battery. you should check for is a blown fuse. Determine from the chart on pages To open it, push the tabs as shown.
Page 601 Fuses BLOWN BLOWN FUSE PULLER Also check the combined fuse box 4. Check the smaller fuses in the 5. Look for a burned wire inside the in the under-hood fuse box. under-hood fuse boxes and rear fuse. If it is burned out, replace it fuse box, and all the fuses in the with one of the spare fuses of the interior and rear fuse boxes by...
Page 602 Fuses If you cannot drive the vehicle without fixing the problem, and you Replacing a fuse with one that has a do not have a spare fuse, take a fuse higher rating greatly increases the of the same rating or a lower rating chances of damaging the electrical from one of the other circuits.
Page 603 Fuse Locations 50 A IG Main PRIMARY UNDER-HOOD FUSE BOX SECONDARY UNDER-HOOD FUSE BOX 40 A Sub Fan Motor － Not Used 60 A Driver's Fuse Box STD 40 A Main Fan Motor 30 A Driver's Light Main 30 A Wiper Motor －...
Page 604 Fuse Locations 20 A Rear Seat Heaters 10 A INTERIOR FUSE BOX (Driver's Side) 20 A Sunshade 7.5 A Meter 20 A Power Tailgate Closer 15 A －－ Not Used Not Used － Not Used 7.5 A Daytime Running Lights －...
Page 605 Fuse Locations 20 A Right Front Power Window INTERIOR FUSE BOX (Passenger's Side) － Not Used 20 A Audio Amp 15 A Accessory Power Socket (Center Console) － Not Used 7.5 A Power Lumbar 20 A Seat Heaters － Not Used －...
Page 606 Opening the Fuel Fill Door Manually, Emergency Towing Opening the Fuel Fill Door Emergency Towing Manually If your vehicle needs to be towed, call a professional towing service or organization. Never tow your vehicle with just a rope or chain. It is very dangerous.
Page 607 If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck If your vehicle gets stuck in sand, Front Rear COVER mud, or snow, call a towing service to pull it out. For very short distances, such as freeing the vehicle, you can use the detachable towing hook that mounts on the anchors in the front and rear bumpers.
Page 608 If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck Front Rear WHEEL NUT WRENCH WHEEL NUT WRENCH TOWING HOOK TOWING HOOK 2. Remove the towing hook and wheel nut wrench placed behind a cover under the cargo area. To avoid damage to your vehicle, use 3.
Page 609 Technical Information ....The diagrams in this section give you Identification Numbers ......the dimensions and capacities of Specifications your vehicle and the locations of the DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S........identification numbers. It also Vehicles) ......includes information you should Tire Labeling know about your vehicle's tires and Tire Pressure Monitoring System...
Page 610 Identification Numbers Your vehicle has several identifying numbers located in various places. VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER The vehicle identification number (VIN) is the 17-digit number your dealer uses to register your vehicle for warranty purposes. It is also necessary for licensing and insuring your vehicle.
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 2011 ZDX...
Page 612 Specifications Dimensions Capacities Length 193.1 in (4,904 mm) Fuel tank Approx. 21.00 US gal (79.5 L) Width 78.5 in (1,993 mm) ꭧ1 Engine Change 1.77 US gal (6.7 L) Height 62.8 in (1,596 mm) coolant Total 2.27 US gal (8.6 L) Wheelbase 108.3 in (2,750 mm) ꭧ2...
Page 613 Specifications Lights Fuses ꭧ1 Headlights (high/low beam) 35 W (D2S) Interior Driver's side See page or the fuse label attached under the steering column. Daytime running lights 60 W (HB3) Passenger's side See page or the fuse label attached Front side marker lights on the inside of fuse box lid.
Page 614 DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles) The tires on your vehicle meet all U. Traction Treadwear S. Federal Safety Requirements. All The treadwear grade is a The traction grades, from highest to tires are also graded for treadwear, comparative rating based on the wear lowest, are AA, A, B, and C.
Page 615 DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles) Temperature Warning: The temperature grade for The temperature grades are A (the this tire is established for a tire that highest), B, and C, representing the is properly inflated and not tire's resistance to the generation of overloaded.
Page 616 Tire Labeling The tires that came on your vehicle Tire Size 103 － Load index (a numerical code Whenever tires are replaced, they have a number of markings. Those associated with the should be replaced with tires of the you should be aware of are described maximum load the tire can same size.
Page 617 Tire Labeling Glossary of Tire Terminology FW6X － Tire type code. Cold Tire Pressure－The tire air pressure when the vehicle has been 2202 － Date of manufacture. parked for at least three hours or Year driven less than 1 mile (1.6 km). Week Load Rating－Means the maximum load that a tire is rated to carry for a...
Page 618 Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) － Required Federal Explanation Each tire, including the spare (if As an added safety feature, your Driving on a significantly under- provided), should be checked vehicle has been equipped with a tire inflated tire causes the tire to monthly when cold and inflated to pressure monitoring system (TPMS) overheat and can lead to tire failure.
Page 619 Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) － Required Federal Explanation Your vehicle has also been equipped Always check the TPMS malfunction with a TPMS malfunction indicator to telltale after replacing one or more indicate when the system is not tires or wheels on your vehicle to operating properly.
Page 620 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 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 Emissions Testing Testing of Readiness Codes If the testing facility determines that 4. Without touching the accelerator If you take your vehicle for an the readiness codes are not set, you pedal, start the engine, and let it emissions test shortly after the will be requested to return at a later idle for 20 seconds.
Page 624 Emissions Testing 7. Select a nearby lightly traveled 8. Then drive in city/suburban traffic 9. Make sure the vehicle has been major highway where you can for at least 10 minutes. When parked with the engine off for 30 maintain a speed of 50 to 60 mph traffic conditions allow, let the minutes.
Page 625 Warranty and Client Relations ... Client Service Information ....Warranty Coverages ..... Reporting Safety Defects ....Authorized Manuals 2011 ZDX...
Page 626 Client Service Information Acura dealership personnel are Canadian Owners: When you call or write, please give trained professionals. They should us this information: Honda Canada Inc. be able to answer all your questions. Acura Client Services Vehicle Identification Number (see ●...
Page 627 2011 Acura warranty information warranties cover your vehicle's booklet that came with your vehicle Replacement Parts Limited Warranty － covers all Acura replacement parts emissions control systems. Time, for precise information on warranty mileage, and coverage are against defects in materials and coverages.
Page 628 Reporting Safety Defects In the US In Canada If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you should cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety immediately inform Honda Canada Inc.
Page 629 Describes the procedures involved in the replacement 61SZN01EL 2011 Acura ZDX of damaged body parts. Electrical Troubleshooting Manual 61SZN30 2010 Acura ZDX Body Repair Manual 31SZN610 2011 Acura ZDX Owner's Manual 31SZN810 2011 Acura ZDX Navigation System Owner's Manual 31SZNM10...
Page 630 Index ......Anti-theft Steering Column Jump Starting ..............Lock Maintenance ..........Audio System 228, Specifications Accessories and ........Automatic Climate Control Before Driving ......Modifications ........ Automatic Lighting Off Belts, Seat ACCESSORY (Ignition Key ............Feature Beverage Holders .........
Page 631 Index ..........Braking System CAUTION, Explanation of Where Should a Child Sit? .................. Break-in, New Vehicle CD Care Child Seats ......Brightness Control, CD Error Messages LATCH Anchorage Points ............... Instruments CD Player Tether Anchorage Points ......
Page 632 Index ......Cruise Control Operation Disc Player Error Messages Emergencies on the Road ..........Cruise Main Indicator Disposal of Used Oil Battery, Jump Starting ........Cup Holders Doors Brake System Indicator ..........Customize Settings Childproof Door Locks Changing a Flat Tire ...
Page 633 Index ............ Engine Features Octane Requirement ... Adding Engine Coolant Filters Opening the Fuel Fill Door ............Coolant Temperature Gauge Dust and Pollen Manually ..................If it Won't Start Reserve Indicator ....... Malfunction Indicator Flashers, Hazard Warning Tank, Filling the ......
Page 634 Index ........GCWR (Gross Combined Weight Washers Adaptive Cruise Control ....................Rating) Head Restraints (ACC) ..... Gearshift Lever Positions Heaters, Seats 167, Brake (Parking and Brake ........... Automatic Heating and Cooling System) ............ Transmission 477, High Beam Lever Charging System ........
Page 635 Index ................... Side Airbag Off iPod 255, Interior ® ................. iPod Error Messages 263, Parking ® ..........System Message Load Limit 466, ....Tire Pressure Monitor LOCK (Ignition Key Position) Turn Signal and Hazard Locks .......
Page 636 Index Owner's Maintenance ........ Checks ........Safety ... Octane Requirement, Panel Brightness Control ......... Schedule ..........Gasoline Panoramic Glass Roof Malfunction Indicator ............Odometer Park Gear Position ........ Lamp ..............Odometer, Trip Parking ..Memory, Driving Position ......
Page 637 Index ............Pollen Filter Radio/Disc Sound Wiper Blades ........Power Seat Adjustments System 230, Replacing Seat Belts After a ..............Power Socket Locations Radio Theft Protection Crash ............. Power Steering Fluid Readiness Codes Reporting Safety Defects ......
Page 638 Index ..............Advice for Pregnant Women Serial Number Spark Plugs ............Automatic Seat Belt Service Intervals Specifications ............... Tensioners Service Manual (U.S. only) Speed Control ............... Cleaning Service Station Procedures Speed Limiter ..........
Page 639 Index ....Starting the Engine (Models Theft Protection, Radio without Keyless Access Three Way Catalytic ............. System) Converter ........Tachometer ..... State Emissions Testing Tilt/Telescopic Steering ........Tailgate ..........Steam Coming from Engine Wheel ......Open Indicator ......Steering Wheel Time, Setting the ......
Page 640 Index ......... Pressure Monitoring System Turn Signals Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA) ..............Replacing System ............Rotating VSA OFF Button ............Snow VSA OFF Indicator ........Specifications VSA System Indicator ....Under Floor Storage ............Tire Chains Vehicle Storage Unexpected, Taking Care of ....
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, ® 2011 ZDX...
Page 642 Service Information Summary Gasoline: Rear Differential Fluid: Brake Fluid: Premium unleaded gasoline, Acura All Wheel Drive Fluid Honda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid pump octane number of 91 or (DPSF) DOT 3 preferred, or a DOT 3 or higher. DOT 4 brake fluid as a temporary Capacity: replacement (see page 553).
Page 643 Owner's Identification This owner's manual should be considered a OWNER _________________________________________________________ permanent part of the vehicle and should remain with the vehicle when it is sold. ______________________________________________________________________________ This owner's manual covers all models of the ADDRESS _______________________________________________________ ZDX. You may find descriptions of equipment and features that are not on your particular STREET model.

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