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Congratulations! Your selection of a 2008 Acura TSX was a wise investment.

It will give you years of driving pleasure.

One of the best ways to enhance the enjoyment of your new vehicle is to

read this manual. In it, you will learn how to operate its driving controls and

convenience items. Afterwards, keep this owner's manual in your vehicle so

you can refer to it at any time.

Several warranties protect your new vehicle. Read the warranty booklet

thoroughly so you understand the coverages and are aware of your rights

and responsibilities.

Maintaining your vehicle according to the maintenance minder shown in the

instrument panel helps to keep your driving trouble-free while it preserves

your investment. When your vehicle needs maintenance, keep in mind that

your dealer's staff is specially trained in servicing the many systems unique

to your vehicle. Your dealer is dedicated to your satisfaction and will be

pleased to answer any questions and concerns.

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Page 1 When your vehicle needs maintenance, keep in mind that your dealer’s staff is specially trained in servicing the many systems unique to your vehicle. Your dealer is dedicated to your satisfaction and will be pleased to answer any questions and concerns. 2008 TSX...
Page 2 This vehicle is equipped with service-related devices that record information about powertrain performance. The data can be used to verify emissions law requirements and/or help technicians diagnose and solve service problems. It may also be combined with data from other sources for research purposes, but it remains confidential. 2008 TSX...
Page 3 Important Safety Reminders or Important Safety Precautions. such as Driver and Passenger Safety. Safety Section how to use this vehicle correctly and safely. Instructions This entire book is filled with important safety information please read it carefully. 2008 TSX...
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2008 TSX Online Reference Owner's Manual Contents Owner's Identification Form Introduction ................................A Few Words About Safety ..........................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 5 Taking Care of the Unexpected This section covers several problems pump. Features motorists sometimes experience, How to operate the climate control and details how to handle them. system, the audio system, and other 2008 TSX...
Page 6: Your Vehicle At A Glance
POWER WINDOW SWITCHES (P.147) CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM HOOD RELEASE (P.160) HANDLE (P.234) AUTOMATIC TRUNK RELEASE LEVER TRANSMISSION (P.135) (P.252) FUEL FILL DOOR RELEASE MANUAL LEVER (P.233) PARKING BRAKE LEVER TRANSMISSION (P.151) (P.250) Vehicle without navigation system is shown. CONTINUED 2008 TSX...
Page 7 MULTI-INFORMATION SEAT HEATER SWITCHES Vehicle without navigation system is shown. BUTTONS (P.71, 72) (P.137) To use the horn, press the pad around the ‘‘Acura’’ logo. Only on vehicles equipped with navigation system. Refer to the navigation system manual. 2008 TSX...
Page 8: Table Of Contents
Additional Safety Precautions . Restrained ....... Additional Safety Precautions . Additional Information About All Children Should Sit in a Carbon Monoxide Hazard ..... Your Seat Belts ....... Back Seat ......... Safety Labels ........Seat Belt System Components . 2008 TSX...
Page 9: Important Safety Precautions
Don’t Drink and Drive and perform all regularly scheduled Alcohol and driving don’t mix. Even maintenance (see page one drink can reduce your ability to respond to changing conditions, and your reaction time gets worse with 2008 TSX...
Page 10: Your Vehicle's Safety Features
(6) Seat Belts (7) Front Airbags The following pages explain how you (8) Side Airbags can take an active role in protecting (9) Side Curtain Airbags (10) Door Locks yourself and your passengers. (11) Seat Belt Tensioners 2008 TSX...
Page 11: Seat Belts
What You Should Do: In addition, most states and all rollovers. Always wear your seat belt, and Canadian provinces require you to make sure you wear it properly. wear seat belts. 2008 TSX...
Page 12: Airbags
(see page to severe side impact (see page information on how your side airbags for more information on how work). for more information on how your front airbags work). your side curtain airbags work). CONTINUED 2008 TSX...
Page 13 Airbags can pose serious hazards. To do their job, airbags must inflate with tremendous force. So while airbags help save lives, they can cause minor injuries or more serious or even fatal injuries if occupants are not properly restrained or sitting properly. 2008 TSX...
Page 14: Protecting Adults And Teens
You will see the protect infants, small children, and appropriate light/lights and the larger children who ride in your message for each condition. vehicle. When one or more doors are not tightly closed, the ‘‘DOOR OPEN’’ message will come on. CONTINUED 2008 TSX...
Page 15: Adjust The Front Seats
Adjust the driver’s seat as far to the rear as possible while allowing you to maintain full control of the vehicle. Have a front passenger adjust their seat as far to the rear as possible. 2008 TSX...
Page 16: Adjust The Seat-Backs
Adjust the driver’s seat-back to a comfortable, upright position, leaving ample space between your chest and the airbag cover in the center of the steering wheel. Passengers with adjustable seat- backs should also adjust their seat- back to a comfortable, upright position. CONTINUED 2008 TSX...
Page 17: Adjust The Head Restraints
Have passengers adjust their head restraints properly as well. Taller See page for how to adjust the persons should adjust their restraint seat-backs. as high as possible. 2008 TSX...
Page 18: Fasten And Position The Seat Belts
If necessary, pull up on the belt again to remove any slack, then check that the belt rests across the center of your chest and over your shoulder. CONTINUED 2008 TSX...
Page 19: Maintain A Proper Sitting Position
(it has four information about your seat belts chance of injury during a crash is positions). and how to take care of them. greatly increased. 2008 TSX...
Page 20: Advice For Pregnant Women
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Page 21: Additional Safety Precautions
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Page 22: Additional Information About Your Seat Belts
If a front passenger does not fasten should not come on and the beeper should not sound. their seat belt, the indicator will come on about 6 seconds after the ignition switch is turned to the ON (II) position. CONTINUED 2008 TSX...
Page 23: Lap/Shoulder Belt
If no obstructions are found, have your vehicle checked by a dealer. 2008 TSX...
Page 24: Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners
When activated, When the tensioners are activated, the tensioners immediately tighten the seat belts will remain tight until the belts to help hold the driver and they are unbuckled. a front passenger in position. 2008 TSX...
Page 25: Seat Belt Maintenance
Acura provides a limited warranty on seat belts. See your Acura Warranty Information booklet for details. 2008 TSX...
Page 26: Additional Information About Your Airbags
(10) Side Impact Sensors (First) (11) Occupant Position Detection System (OPDS) Sensors (14) (12) Front Passenger’s Weight Sensors/OPDS Sensors Control Unit (13) Side Impact Sensors (Second) (14) Side Curtain Airbags (13) (15) Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) Indicator CONTINUED 2008 TSX...
Page 27 Both are marked ‘‘SIDE the seat from the front airbag. If AIRBAG’’ (see page the seat is too far forward, the airbag will inflate with less force (see page 2008 TSX...
Page 28 ON (II) position. An indicator on the instrument panel that alerts you to a possible problem with your airbags, sensors, or seat belt tensioners (see page 2008 TSX...
Page 29: How Your Front Airbags Work
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Page 30 If the occupant’s belt is , the latched with a little less force. airbag will inflate at a slightly higher threshold, when the airbag would be needed to supplement the protection provided by the seat belt. CONTINUED 2008 TSX...
Page 31 Failure to follow these instructions the SRS indicator will come on, and turn the passenger’s front airbag off. could damage the sensors or prevent the airbag will inflate in the normal them from working properly. manner regardless of the driver’s seating position. 2008 TSX...
Page 32 Hanging heavy items on the front passenger seat, or placing heavy items in the seat-back pocket. Moving the front seat or seat-back forcibly back against the folded rear seat. 2008 TSX...
Page 33: How Your Side Airbags Work
Objects placed on the front tensioner on the affected side. passenger seat can also cause the side airbag to be shut off. 2008 TSX...
Page 34: How Your Side Curtain Airbags Work
It may prevent the cutoff sensors will detect rapid acceleration system from working properly. and signal the control unit to instantly inflate the side curtain airbag and activate the seat belt tensioner on the driver’s or the passenger’s side of the vehicle. 2008 TSX...
Page 35: How The Srs Indicator Works
You will also see a ‘‘PASSENGER If the indicator stays on after the SIDE AIRBAG OFF’’ message on the engine starts. multi-information display (see page If the indicator comes on or flashes on and off while you drive. 2008 TSX...
Page 36: How The Passenger Airbag Off Indicator Works
(the weight of an infant or small seat belt properly. soon as possible. child) on the front passenger’s seat. It does there is a problem not mean with the airbag. 2008 TSX...
Page 37: Airbag Service
Any seat belt tensioner that activates must also be replaced. Do not try to remove or replace any airbag by yourself. This must be done by an authorized dealer or a knowledgeable body shop. 2008 TSX...
Page 38: Additional Safety Precautions
Client Services at 800-382-2238. causing very serious injury. Do not expose the front passenger’s If water or seat-back to liquid. another liquid soaks into a seat- back, it can prevent the side airbag cutoff system from working properly. 2008 TSX...
Page 39: Protecting Children General
If you have children, or ever need to (see pages vehicle drive with a child in your vehicle, be sure to read this section. It begins with important general guidelines, then presents special information for infants, small children, and larger children. 2008 TSX...
Page 40: All Children Should Sit In A Back Seat
(see page for important in the back. the airbag inflates, it can hit the back of the child seat with enough force information about protecting larger to kill or very seriously injure an children). infant. CONTINUED 2008 TSX...
Page 41: General Guidelines
SUN VISORS children must be properly restrained in a back seat, your vehicle has warning labels on the dashboard (U.S. models) and on the front visors. Please read and follow the instructions on these labels. Canadian Models SUN VISORS 2008 TSX...
Page 42: If You Must Drive With Several Children
Move the vehicle seat as far to the driving, placing both of you at risk. rear as possible (see page Have the child sit upright and well back in the seat (see page Make sure the seat belt is properly positioned and secured (see page 2008 TSX...
Page 43: Additional Safety Precautions
Use the childproof door locks to the vehicle in motion, possibly prevent children from opening the This can prevent injuring themselves or others. rear doors. children from accidentally falling out (see page 2008 TSX...
Page 44: Protecting Infants And Small Children
It can also interfere with proper one year old. operation of the passenger’s advanced front airbag system. CONTINUED 2008 TSX...
Page 45: Protecting Small Children
A child who is at least one year old, Always place a rear-facing child and who fits within the child seat seat in the back seat, not the front. maker’s weight and height limits, should be restrained in a forward- facing, upright child seat. 2008 TSX...
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Page 47: Selecting Child Seats
Before purchasing a conventional child seat, or using a previously purchased one, we recommend that you test the seat in the specific vehicle seating position or positions where the seat will be used. 2008 TSX...
Page 48: Installing A Child Seat
Make sure the child seat is firmly After installing a child secured. seat, push and pull the seat forward and from side-to-side to verify that it is secure. 2008 TSX...
Page 49: Installing A Child Seat With Latch
Some LATCH-compatible seats have a rigid-type connector as Make sure there are no objects shown above. near the anchors that could prevent a secure connection between the child seat and the anchors. 2008 TSX...
Page 50 If the tether strap is too long and cannot be tightened firmly, find a route where the strap can be tightened securely. 2008 TSX...
Page 51: With A Lap/Shoulder Belt
After the belt has retracted, tug on it. If the belt is locked, you will not be able to pull it out. If you can pull the belt out, it is not locked, and you will need to repeat these steps. 2008 TSX...
Page 52: With A Tether
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Page 53 Follow steps 2 and 3 from the through the head restraint legs. previous column. If the tether strap is too long and cannot be tightened firmly, find a route where the strap can be tightened securely. 2008 TSX...
Page 54: Protecting Larger Children
Does the child sit all the way back against the seat? Do the child’s knees bend comfortably over the edge of the seat? CONTINUED 2008 TSX...
Page 55: Using A Booster Seat
A child who has outgrown a forward- facing child seat should ride in a back seat and use a booster seat until the lap/shoulder belt fits them properly without the booster. 2008 TSX...
Page 56: When Can A Larger Child Sit In Front
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Page 57: Additional Safety Precautions
If they do, they same seat belt. could be very seriously injured in a Supervise the child. Even mature crash. children sometimes need to be reminded to fasten the seat belts or sit properly. 2008 TSX...
Page 58: Carbon Monoxide Hazard
The vehicle was in an accident Even with the door open, run the Set the temperature control to a engine only long enough to move the that may have damaged the comfortable setting. underside. vehicle out of the garage. 2008 TSX...
Page 59: Safety Labels
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. HOOD U.S. models Canadian models 2008 TSX...
Page 60 Main Menu Table Of Contents Safety Labels SUN VISORS DOORJAMBS U.S. models U.S. models Canadian models Canadian models 2008 TSX...
Page 61 Main Menu Table Of Contents 2008 TSX...
Page 62 Immobilizer System ...... Beverage Holders ..... Ignition Switch ......Accessory Power Sockets ..Door Locks ........Console Compartment ..... Childproof Door Locks ....Sunglasses Holder ....Remote Transmitter ..... Glove Box ........Trunk ..........Emergency Trunk Opener ..2008 TSX...
Page 63: Control Locations
POWER DOOR LOCK MASTER SWITCH AUTOMATIC (P.129) TRANSMISSION (P.252) POWER WINDOW MANUAL SWITCHES TRANSMISSION (P.147) (P.250) TRUNK RELEASE LEVER (P.135) FUEL FILL DOOR RELEASE (P.233) LEVER HOOD RELEASE HANDLE PARKING BRAKE LEVER (P.151) (P.234) Vehicle without navigation system is shown. 2008 TSX...
Page 64: Instrument Panel
(P.32, 64) (P.67, 263) (P.62, 336) SEAT BELT REMINDER CRUISE MAIN LOW OIL PRESSURE INDICATOR INDICATOR (P.19, 62) INDICATOR (P.66) (P.62, 335) The U.S. instrument panel is shown. Differences for the Canadian models are noted in the text. 2008 TSX...
Page 65: Instrument Panel Indicators
You will also see a ‘‘CHECK display (see page ). For more beeper stops, the indicator stops EMISSION SYSTEM’’ message on information, see page flashing but remains on. the multi-information display (see page ). For more information, see page 2008 TSX...
Page 66 (I) or the LOCK (0) position without page turning off the light switch, this indicator will remain on. A reminder chime will also sound when you open the driver’s door and remove the key from the ignition switch. 2008 TSX...
Page 67 (see page position. Take your vehicle to a dealer to have it checked. Without VSA, your vehicle still has normal driving ability, but will not have VSA traction and stability enhancement. For more information, see page 2008 TSX...
Page 68 For more information, see page information display (see page vehicle should flash. This indicator normally comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position. For more information, see page 2008 TSX...
Page 69 When the indicator comes on, there turn on the cruise control system by is about 2.3 U.S. gal (8.6 ) of fuel pressing the CRUISE button on the remaining in the tank before the steering wheel (see page needle reaches E. 2008 TSX...
Page 70 If this along with this message. happens, have your dealer check the system as soon as possible. Check the tire pressure monitor on For more information, see page the multi-information display and determine the cause (see page 2008 TSX...
Page 71 In system. severe driving conditions, such as very hot weather or a long period of uphill driving, the pointer may rise to the upper zone. If it reaches the red 2008 TSX...
Page 72: Multi-Information Display
‘‘ID’’ is detected by the multi-information display (see page (see page transmitter. For more information about driver’s ‘‘ID’’, see page When you turn the ignition switch to the ACCESSORY (I) position, the display shows ‘‘Goodbye.’’ CONTINUED 2008 TSX...
Page 73 In normal display mode, the upper segment displays trip computer. The lower segment displays the odometer, Trip A/B, outside temperature, and engine oil life and : Press SEL/RESET Button. maintenance message. : Press INFO Button. U.S. model is shown 2008 TSX...
Page 74 For more information, display as shown in the example on the AVG. FUEL B appears in the see page the previous page. secondary display. CONTINUED 2008 TSX...
Page 75 Outside Temperature’’ to ‘‘Trip B/ When you turn the ignition switch to Outside Temperature’’ to ‘‘Engine the ON (II) position, what you last Oil Life,’’ and then back to the selected is displayed. ‘‘Trip A/Odometer’’ as shown on page 2008 TSX...
Page 76 The engine oil life is calculated based on engine operating You can adjust the outside conditions and accumulated engine temperature display (see page revolutions. For more information, see page 2008 TSX...
Page 77 If you do not perform the indicated the display shows ‘‘SERVICE DUE maintenance or do not reset the NOW’’ along with the same display, the message changes to maintenance items. ‘‘SERVICE PAST DUE’’ when the engine oil life becomes 0 %. 2008 TSX...
Page 78 SYSTEM MESSAGE INDICATOR The system message(s) triggers the appropriate indicator(s) on the instrument panel, including the system message indicator, to come on. The system message indicator does not go off until the problem(s) is corrected. CONTINUED 2008 TSX...
Page 79 Here is a table which shows the possible multi-information display messages and where to find further See page See page information on each message. See page See page See page See page See page See page See page See page 2008 TSX...
Page 80 Main Menu Table Of Contents Multi-Information Display See page See page See page See page See page See page See page See page See page See page See page CONTINUED 2008 TSX...
Page 81 This message slows down to less than 1.8 mph (3 remains displayed while the vehicle km/h). is moving until you or your passenger’s seat belts are fastened. 2008 TSX...
Page 82 ‘‘REMOVE KEY’’ on the display and FLUID LOW.’’ If you see this at least one click. hear a reminder beeper. message, have the brake system checked by your dealer (see page CONTINUED 2008 TSX...
Page 83 SYSTEM’’ on the multi-information display. If you see this message, the TPMS is not monitoring tire pressures. Have the TPMS checked by your dealer as soon as possible (see page Also, the low tire pressure/TPMS indicator begins to flash (see page 2008 TSX...
Page 84 See page you must refuel soon. The low fuel see ‘‘WASHER FLUID LOW’’ on the for more information on the tire indicator on the instrument panel will multi-information display. pressure monitoring system (TPMS). also come on. CONTINUED 2008 TSX...
Page 85 (see instrument panel flashing or staying page on. If you see this message, you should take immediate action since serious engine damage is possible. Follow the procedure on page 2008 TSX...
Page 86 ‘‘CHECK AIRBAG SYSTEM’’ on the multi-information display. Take your vehicle to a dealer as soon as possible (see page CONTINUED 2008 TSX...
Page 87 The parking more information. problem. Have your vehicle checked brake and brake system indicator in by your dealer (see page the instrument panel will also come on. See page for more information. 2008 TSX...
Page 88 ‘‘CHECK DRL SYSTEM’’ on the panel will also come on. See page without touching your cell phone. multi-information display. If you see for information on cruise control this message, have your vehicle operation. checked by your dealer. CONTINUED 2008 TSX...
Page 89 ‘‘DRIVER 1’’ or ‘‘DRIVER 1’’ or ‘‘DRIVER 2’’ see ‘‘DRIVER 2.’’ In this case, when you page to link your transmitter to try to enter the customizing mode, your vehicle. 2008 TSX...
Page 90 Park (A/T) or neutral (M/T). If you try to enter the customizing mode while the vehicle is moving, the above message appears and you cannot change the settings. CONTINUED 2008 TSX...
Page 91 Changes the trip computer’s main INST. FUEL SELECTION display from its default setting. AVG. FUEL RANGE ELAPSED TIME AVG. SPEED POSITION SETUP MEMORY POSITION Causes the driver’s seat position to be (P.104) LINK stored in memory. : Default setting 2008 TSX...
Page 92 90 sec open the door. WIPER SETUP FRONT WIPER ACTION Changes the windshield wiper operation WITH VEH SPD (P.117) between two settings when the wiper INTERMITTENT switch is in the INT position. : Default setting 2008 TSX...
Page 93 ‘‘CUSTOMIZE SEL/RESET button to select ALL’’ is displayed. ENTRY.’’ ‘‘DEFAULT ALL.’’ Press the SEL/RESET button to enter ‘‘DEFAULT ALL.’’ You can change the display between ‘‘CANCEL,’’ ‘‘OK’’ and ‘‘EXIT’’ each time you press the INFO button. 2008 TSX...
Page 94 SEL/RESET button. and the display will return to display goes back to ‘‘CUSTOMIZE ‘‘CUSTOMIZE ENTRY.’’ ENTRY.’’ Repeat the procedure to select ‘‘DEFAULT ALL.’’ 2008 TSX...
Page 95 Press the INFO button until you see the setup you want to customize, and press the SEL/ RESET button to enter your selection. : Press SEL/RESET Button. : Press the INFO Button. 2008 TSX...
Page 96 To customize a setting, press the INFO button repeatedly until you see the setting you want to customize, and press the SEL/RESET button. : Press the INFO Button. Then follow the procedures described on the following pages. CONTINUED 2008 TSX...
Page 97 SEL/RESET button on the time you press the INFO button, the the SEL/RESET button to enter steering wheel. The display changes display changes as shown. your selection. to ‘‘LANGUAGE SELECTION.’’ Press the SEL/RESET button again to enter the language selection mode. 2008 TSX...
Page 98 ‘‘CUSTOMIZE SEL/RESET button. The display to ‘‘CUSTOMIZE MENU.’’ MENU.’’ Repeat the setup. goes back to ‘‘CUSTOMIZE MENU.’’ All messages on the multi- information display will be shown in the language you selected. CONTINUED 2008 TSX...
Page 99 ‘‘CUSTOMIZE MENU.’’ Press the the outside temperature. Press the INFO button repeatedly until the INFO button once, and you will see appropriate number appears, then ‘‘ADJUST OUTSIDE TEMP. DISPLAY’’ as shown above. press the SEL/RESET button to enter your selection. 2008 TSX...
Page 100 ‘‘EXIT,’’ and press the the display goes back to then the display goes back to SEL/RESET button. The display ‘‘CUSTOMIZE MENU.’’ ‘‘CUSTOMIZE MENU.’’ Repeat the goes back to ‘‘CUSTOMIZE MENU.’’ adjustment. CONTINUED 2008 TSX...
Page 101 ‘‘CUSTOMIZE MENU.’’ Press the you press the INFO button. Enter your selection by pressing the SEL/ INFO button repeatedly until you see ‘‘TRIP A & AVG. FUEL RESET RESET button. WITH REFUEL’’ in the lower segment as shown above. 2008 TSX...
Page 102 ‘‘EXIT,’’ and the display goes back to goes back to ‘‘CUSTOMIZE MENU.’’ press the SEL/RESET button. The ‘‘CUSTOMIZE MENU.’’ Repeat the setup. display goes back to ‘‘CUSTOMIZE MENU.’’ CONTINUED 2008 TSX...
Page 103 ‘‘CUSTOMIZE MENU.’’ Press the RESET’’ and ‘‘TRIP B RESET’’ each INFO button repeatedly until you see time you press the INFO button. ‘‘ELAP. TIME RESET Enter your selection by pressing the CONDITION’’ in the lower segment SEL/RESET button. as shown above. 2008 TSX...
Page 104 ‘‘EXIT,’’ and the display goes back to goes back to ‘‘CUSTOMIZE MENU.’’ press the SEL/RESET button. The ‘‘CUSTOMIZE MENU.’’ Repeat the setup. display goes back to ‘‘CUSTOMIZE MENU.’’ CONTINUED 2008 TSX...
Page 105 ‘‘INST. FUEL,’’ to ‘‘AVG. FUEL,’’ to you see ‘‘PRIMARY DISP ‘‘RANGE,’’ to ‘‘ELAPSED TIME,’’ SELECTION’’ as shown above. then to ‘‘AVG. SPEED’’ each time you press the INFO button. Enter your selection by pressing the SEL/ RESET button. 2008 TSX...
Page 106 ‘‘EXIT,’’ and the display goes back to goes back to ‘‘CUSTOMIZE MENU.’’ press the SEL/RESET button. The ‘‘CUSTOMIZE MENU.’’ Repeat the setup. display goes back to ‘‘CUSTOMIZE MENU.’’ 2008 TSX...
Page 107 SEL/RESET button on the steering wheel. The display changes Select ‘‘ON’’ or ‘‘OFF ’’ by pressing to ‘‘MEMORY POSITION LINK’’ as the INFO button, and enter your shown above. selection by pressing the SEL/ RESET button. 2008 TSX...
Page 108 ‘‘EXIT,’’ then press the SEL/ to ‘‘CUSTOMIZE MENU.’’ back to ‘‘CUSTOMIZE MENU.’’ RESET button. The display goes Repeat the setup. back to ‘‘CUSTOMIZE MENU.’’ 2008 TSX...
Page 109 ‘‘15 sec,’’ to ‘‘30 sec,’’ shows ‘‘LIGHTING SETUP,’’ press the SEL/RESET button on the and then to ‘‘60 sec.’’ To make your steering wheel. The display changes selection, press the SEL/RESET to ‘‘INTERIOR LIGHT DIMMING button. TIME’’ as shown above. 2008 TSX...
Page 110 ‘‘EXIT,’’ then back to ‘‘CUSTOMIZE MENU.’’ back to ‘‘CUSTOMIZE MENU.’’ press the SEL/RESET button. The Repeat the setup. display goes back to ‘‘CUSTOMIZE MENU.’’ CONTINUED 2008 TSX...
Page 111 ‘‘0 sec,’’ to ‘‘15 sec,’’ to When your selection is entered, you as shown above. ‘‘30 sec,’’ and then to ‘‘60 sec.’’ will see the above display for several seconds, and then the display goes back to ‘‘CUSTOMIZE MENU.’’ 2008 TSX...
Page 112 TIMER,’’ press the INFO button several seconds, then the display until you see ‘‘EXIT,’’ then press the goes back to ‘‘CUSTOMIZE MENU.’’ SEL/RESET button. The display Repeat the setup. goes back to ‘‘CUSTOMIZE MENU.’’ 2008 TSX...
Page 113 To customize a setting, press the INFO button repeatedly until you see the setting you want to customize, and press the SEL/RESET button. Then follow the procedures described on the following pages. : Press the INFO Button. 2008 TSX...
Page 114 SETUP,’’ press the SEL/RESET button on the steering wheel. The Select ‘‘DRIVER DOOR’’ or ‘‘ALL display changes to ‘‘DOOR LOCK DOORS’’ by pressing the INFO MODE’’ as shown above. button, and enter your selection by pressing the SEL/RESET button. CONTINUED 2008 TSX...
Page 115 ‘‘EXIT,’’ then press the SEL/RESET the display goes back to goes back to ‘‘CUSTOMIZE MENU.’’ button. The display goes back to ‘‘CUSTOMIZE MENU.’’ Repeat the setup. ‘‘CUSTOMIZE MENU.’’ 2008 TSX...
Page 116 ‘‘ON,’’ INFO button repeatedly until you see ‘‘KEYLESS LOCK to ‘‘OFF,’’ then to ‘‘EXIT.’’ ACKNOWLEDGEMENT’’ as shown above. Select ‘‘ON’’ or ‘‘OFF’’ by pressing the INFO button, and enter your selection by pressing the SEL/ RESET button. CONTINUED 2008 TSX...
Page 117 INFO button until you see ‘‘EXIT,’’ changes to ‘‘CUSTOMIZE MENU.’’ back to ‘‘CUSTOMIZE MENU.’’ then press the SEL/RESET button. Repeat the setup. The display goes back to ‘‘CUSTOMIZE MENU.’’ 2008 TSX...
Page 118 Then press the Each time you press the INFO INFO button repeatedly until you see button, the time changes from ‘‘30 ‘‘SECURITY RELOCK TIMER’’ as sec,’’ to ‘‘60 sec,’’ and then to ‘‘90 sec.’’ shown above. CONTINUED 2008 TSX...
Page 119 ‘‘CUSTOMIZE MENU.’’ SEL/RESET button. The display Repeat the setup. goes back to ‘‘CUSTOMIZE MENU.’’ When your selection is entered, you will see the above display for several seconds, and then the display goes back to ‘‘CUSTOMIZE MENU.’’ 2008 TSX...
Page 120 ‘‘FRONT WIPER ACTION’’ as ‘‘EXIT.’’ shown above. Press the INFO button to select Press the SEL/RESET button, then ‘‘WITH VEH SPD’’ or press the INFO button. ‘‘INTERMITTENT,’’ and enter your selection by pressing the SEL/ RESET button. CONTINUED 2008 TSX...
Page 121 ‘‘INT’’position. If you set it to back to ‘‘CUSTOMIZE MENU.’’ ‘‘INTERMITTENT,’’ the wipers run Repeat the setup. at regular intervals. When your selection is entered, you will see the above display for several 2008 TSX...
Page 122: Controls Near The Steering Wheel
(P.214) BUTTONS (P.71, 72) SEAT HEATER SWITCHES (P.137) Vehicle without navigation system is shown. To use the horn, press the pad around the ‘‘Acura’’ logo. Only on vehicles equipped with navigation system. Refer to the navigation system manual. 2008 TSX...
Page 123: Windshield Wipers And Washers
TIME ring. If you turn it to the MIST shortest delay, the wiper speed will increase to low speed operation Intermittent when the vehicle speed exceeds 12 Low speed mph (20 km/h). High speed Windshield washers To change the ‘‘FRONT WIPER ACTION’’ setting, see page 2008 TSX...
Page 124: Turn Signals And Headlights
High beams Flash high beams Fog lights off If you leave the lights on with the Fog lights on key removed from the ignition switch, you will hear a reminder chime when you open the driver’s door. CONTINUED 2008 TSX...
Page 125 They will go off when you turn the switch on, but do not open the door, the ignition switch off, even if you headlights off or onto high beam. the lights will turn off after 10 set the parking brake. minutes. 2008 TSX...
Page 126 To reduce glare at night, the instru- ment panel illumination dims when you turn the light switch to . Turning the select/reset knob fully to the right until you hear a click will cancel the reduced bright- ness. 2008 TSX...
Page 127 35 minutes. It also shuts cleaning the glass, always wipe side- heavy traffic, or if your vehicle is off when you turn off the ignition to-side. disabled. switch. You have to turn the defogger on again when you restart the vehicle. 2008 TSX...
Page 128: Steering Wheel Adjustment
Push the lever under the steering column all the way down. Move the steering wheel so it points toward your chest, not toward your face. Make sure you can see the instrument panel gauges and indicators. 2008 TSX...
Page 129: Keys And Locks
You can keep the trunk release lever, rear seat trunk access, and glove box locked when you leave your vehicle and the valet key at a parking facility. 2008 TSX...
Page 130: Immobilizer System
(2) this device must key or other metal object (i.e. key accept any interference that may cause fob) is near the ignition switch when undesired operation of the device. you insert the key. 2008 TSX...
Page 131: Ignition Switch
ON (II) position when lever must also be in Park. you let go of the key. Remove the key from the ignition switch only when You will hear a reminder beeper if parked. you leave the key in the ignition 2008 TSX...
Page 132: Door Locks
To lock the driver’s door, remove the key from the ignition switch and push the lock tab down or push the top of the master switch, then close the door. CONTINUED 2008 TSX...
Page 133: Childproof Door Locks
With the lever in the LOCK position, the door cannot be opened from inside regardless of the position of the lock tab. To open the door, pull the lock tab up, and use the outside door handle. 2008 TSX...
Page 134: Remote Transmitter
To change the ‘‘DOOR LOCK a horn (depending on the ‘‘KEYLESS MODE’’ setting, see page LOCK ACKNOWLEDGEMENT’’ setting) to verify that the doors are locked and the security system has set. The Lock button will not work CONTINUED 2008 TSX...
Page 135 ON (II) You cannot open the trunk if the key position, the link from the remote is in the ignition switch. transmitter to the vehicle has failed. Repeat the procedure. If the link still fails, see your dealer. 2008 TSX...
Page 136 The LED will come on Pressing any of the seat adjustment switches. for 1 second to indicate the feature Battery type: CR2025 has been turned on. Shifting out of Park (A/T), or into reverse (M/T). CONTINUED 2008 TSX...
Page 137 (2) this device must can hurt the environment. accept any interference that may cause Always confirm local regulations undesired operation of the device. for battery disposal. Snap the two halves of the transmitter case back together. 2008 TSX...
Page 138 (see page getting into the interior. See Carbon If the doors are unlocked, press Monoxide Hazard on page Give the person the valet key. the trunk release switch on the trunk lid. 2008 TSX...
Page 139 Make sure the rear seat is not folded down. If you need to give the key to someone else, give them the valet key. 2008 TSX...
Page 140: Seat Heaters
LO by pushing the back of the extended period, do not use the seat heaters even on the LO switch. This will keep the seat warm. setting. It can weaken the battery, causing hard starting. 2008 TSX...
Page 141 The seat bottom adjusts in the direction you move the switch. The short vertical switch adjusts the Driver’s seat only: seat back angle. Moves the front of the seat up or down. Driver’s seat only: Raises or lowers the seat. 2008 TSX...
Page 142 Keep moving the lever forward or backward until you find a suitable position. CONTINUED 2008 TSX...
Page 143 To raise it, pull upward. it will go. Push the release button To lower the restraint, push the and pull the restraint out of the seat- release button sideways, and push back. the restraint down. 2008 TSX...
Page 144 To fold down the driver’s the guide. side, turn the key clockwise, pull down the top of the seat-back, then release the key. To fold down the passenger’s side, turn the key counterclockwise and perform the same procedure. CONTINUED 2008 TSX...
Page 145 Push the seat-back down, then let go of the release. To lock the seat-back upright, push it firmly against the trunk panel. Make sure it is latched in place by pulling on the top of the seat. 2008 TSX...
Page 146: Driving Position Memory System
(1 or 2) within 5 seconds after you press the MEMO button. When the system completes storing a new driving position, you hear two beeps. The indicator in the stored memory button will come on. CONTINUED 2008 TSX...
Page 147 (M/T) or the shift lever is in Park (A/T). All stored driving positions will be lost if your vehicle’s battery goes Press the desired memory button dead or is disconnected. (1 or 2) until you hear a beep. 2008 TSX...
Page 148 Be sure to adjust the mirrors before the memorized position, the you start driving. indicator in the memory button will go out. To keep this seat position for later use, you must store it in the driver’s seat position memory. 2008 TSX...
Page 149 Turn the adjustment knob to L position, turn on the heaters by (driver’s side) or R (passenger’s pressing the button. The indicator in side). the button comes on as a reminder. Press the button again to turn the heaters off. 2008 TSX...
Page 150: Power Windows
The window will stop when you windows unintentionally. release the switch. hold it. To close the window, pull the switch up and hold it. Release the switch to stop the window. CONTINUED 2008 TSX...
Page 151 Pull and hold the driver’s window switch to close the window completely, then hold the switch for about 2 seconds. If the power windows do not operate properly after resetting, have your vehicle checked by your dealer. 2008 TSX...
Page 152 Insert the key in the driver’s door windows, release the key. seconds). lock. To close the windows further, turn You cannot close the windows with Turn the key clockwise, then and hold the key again (within release it. the remote transmitter. 10 seconds). 2008 TSX...
Page 153 The ignition switch must injury. be in the ON (II) position. Make sure all hands and fingers are clear of the moonroof before opening or closing it. 2008 TSX...
Page 154: Parking Brake
To release it, pull up slightly, push the button, and lower the lever. The parking brake indicator on the instrument panel should go out when the parking brake is fully released (see page 2008 TSX...
Page 155 You can also use the sun visor at the of the sun visor, pull up the cover. side window. Remove the support rod from the clip and swing the sun The lights come on when you pull up visor toward the side window. the cover. 2008 TSX...
Page 156: Interior Lights
30 seconds. In the ON position, the ceiling light stays on continuously. Turn on the front ceiling lights by pushing the lens. Push the lens again to turn if off. You can use these lights at all times. 2008 TSX...
Page 157 30 seconds. To change the ‘‘INTERIOR LIGHT DIMMING TIME,’’ see page The courtesy light between the spotlights comes on when you turn the parking lights on. To adjust its brightness, turn the select/reset knob on the instrument panel. 2008 TSX...
Page 158: Interior Convenience Items
Main Menu Table Of Contents Interior Convenience Items CONSOLE COMPARTMENT/ FRONT DOOR POCKET/BEVERAGE HOLDER ACCESSORY POWER SOCKET CENTER POCKET GLOVE BOX CENTER ARMREST/ UTILITY POCKET/ BEVERAGE HOLDERS ACCESSORY POWER SOCKET TRUNK BEVERAGE HOLDERS CONTINUED 2008 TSX...
Page 159 These sockets are intended to supply 120 watts or less (10 amps). power for 12 volt DC accessories that are rated 120 watts or less (10 amps). 2008 TSX...
Page 160 To use the tray, pull up on the left lever and lift up the armrest. To close, lower the armrest, and push it down until it latches. The tray in the console compartment has a coin holder. 2008 TSX...
Page 161 Close it with a firm holder is closed while you are driving. push. Lock or unlock the glove box with the master key. The glove box light comes on when the parking lights are on. 2008 TSX...
Page 162 The security system helps to dis- Playing a Tape ....... courage vandalism and theft of your Steering Wheel Controls ..... vehicle. Radio Theft Protection ....Setting the Clock ......Security System ......Cruise Control ....... HomeLink Universal Transceiver ........ Bluetooth HandsFreeLink ..2008 TSX...
Page 163: Climate Control System
TEMPERATURE DISPLAY TEMPERATURE DISPLAY FAN CONTROL BAR A/C BUTTON MODE BUTTON FAN SPEED INDICATOR PASSENGER’S SIDE DRIVER’S SIDE TEMPERATURE TEMPERATURE CONTROL BAR CONTROL BAR AUTO BUTTON OFF BUTTON REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER BUTTON DUAL BUTTON WINDSHIELD DEFROSTER BUTTON RECIRCULATION BUTTON 2008 TSX...
Page 164: Climate Control System
TEMPERATURE DISPLAY TEMPERATURE DISPLAY A/C ICONS DRIVER’S SIDE TEMPERATURE PASSENGER’S SIDE CONTROL BAR TEMPERATURE CONTROL BAR RECIRCULATION BUTTON AUTO BUTTON WINDSHIELD OFF BUTTON DEFROSTER BUTTON DUAL BUTTON REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER BUTTON A/C BUTTON MODE ICONS FAN CONTROL ICONS CONTINUED 2008 TSX...
Page 165 On vehicles without navigation system Press the AUTO button. You will see AUTO in the display. Set the desired temperature by pushing on the driver’s side temperature control bar. The selected temperature will show in the upper display. 2008 TSX...
Page 166 On vehicles with navigation system Press the A/C button to view the A/C manual control display. Making any manual selection causes the indicator in the AUTO button to turn off. 2008 TSX...
Page 167 (indicator turns off), both and off. sides adjust to the driver’s side temperature. When you turn the A/C off, the system cannot regulate the inside temperature if you set the temperature control below the outside temperature. 2008 TSX...
Page 168 Keep this passenger’s temperature cannot be area clear of leaves and other debris. set separately from the driver’s. Rear Window Defogger Button This button turns the rear window defogger off and on (see page 2008 TSX...
Page 169 On vehicles with navigation system When the climate control system is turned off, the temperature in the upper display will also turn off. 2008 TSX...
Page 170: Dual Temperature Control
PASSENGER’S SIDE TEMPERATURE TEMPERATURE different value than the driver’s, CONTROL BAR CONTROL BAR press the temperature control bars side) on the passenger’s side. You can adjust the passenger’s DUAL BUTTON side without pressing the DUAL button first. CONTINUED 2008 TSX...
Page 171 For vehicles with navigation system when the indicator in the DUAL button is off, you can adjust both sides to the same temperature by adjusting the driver’s side temperature control bar ( side). 2008 TSX...
Page 172: Climate Control Sensors
The climate control system has two sensors. A sunlight sensor is in the top of the dashboard, and a temperature sensor is next to the steering column. Do not cover the sensors or spill any liquid on them. 2008 TSX...
Page 173: Playing The Am/Fm Radio
Main Menu Table Of Contents Playing the AM/FM Radio Without navigation system AM/FM BUTTON STEREO INDICATOR A. SEL BUTTON SCAN BUTTON SEEK/SKIP BAR VOL/PWR KNOB PRESET BUTTONS TUNE/SOUND KNOB U.S. model is shown. 2008 TSX...
Page 174 Main Menu Table Of Contents Playing the AM/FM Radio With navigation system UPPER DISPLAY PRESET ICONS SOUND ICON A.SEL ICON SCAN ICON VOL/PWR KNOB TUNE/SOUND KNOB AUDIO BUTTON SEEK/SKIP BAR SCAN BUTTON AM/FM BUTTON U.S. model is shown. 2008 TSX...
Page 175 Stereo reproduction on with a strong signal. To activate it, AM is not available. press the side of the SEEK/SKIP bar, then release it. On U.S. models XM satellite radio information is available on page 2008 TSX...
Page 176 If you do nothing, the system will then scan for the next strong station and play it for 5 seconds. When it plays a station you want to listen to, press the SCAN button or touch the SCAN icon again. CONTINUED 2008 TSX...
Page 177 This restores the presets you buttons (1 6) or icons. You will originally set. see a ‘‘0’’ displayed after pressing a preset button or icon if Auto Select cannot find a strong station for every preset button or icon. 2008 TSX...
Page 178: Adjusting The Sound
If you want to adjust the sound while adjusting a mode. the radio or CD is playing, push the AUDIO button and then push the TUNE/SOUND knob or touch the SOUND icon in the display. The current setting is shown on the display. CONTINUED 2008 TSX...
Page 179 BASS to TREBLE to FADER to adjusting a mode. BALANCE, and then back to the selected audio mode, each time you press the button. You can also select the mode by touching the adjustment bar on the display directly. 2008 TSX...
Page 180: Am/Fm Radio Reception
You may temporarily hear both stations, or hear only the station you display a frequency of 100.9 even the station’s signal. though the announcer may identify are close to. the station as ‘‘FM101.’’ CONTINUED 2008 TSX...
Page 181 This is because of a change in conditions. a main cause of poor radio reception in city driving. Electrical interference from passing vehicles and stationary sources can cause temporary reception problems. 2008 TSX...
Page 182: Playing The Xm Satellite Radio (U.s. Models)
XM Satellite Radio also allows you to SCAN view channel and category selections ICON in the audio display. TUNE/ SCAN SOUND BUTTON PRESET TUNE/ KNOB BUTTONS SOUND KNOB SEEK/SKIP AUDIO BUTTON CATEGORY BAR VOL/PWR KNOB SEEK/SKIP CATEGORY BAR XM BUTTON 2008 TSX...
Page 183 On vehicles without navigation system AUDIO button to view the XM Radio DISP Each time you press and within that category. control display. release the DISP/MODE button, the display changes in the following sequence: Channel name, category, artist name, and music title. 2008 TSX...
Page 184 (icon) to tune to it. again. In category mode, only channels within that category can be selected. In channel mode, all channels can be selected. CONTINUED 2008 TSX...
Page 185 To help compensate for this, ground-based repeaters are placed in major metropolitan areas. Satellite signals are more likely to be blocked by tall buildings and mountains the farther north you travel from the equator. GROUND REPEATER 2008 TSX...
Page 186 If the radio reception. 1-800-852-9696. You will need to give service has not been activated after them your radio I.D. number and 36 hours, contact XM Radio. your credit card number. 2008 TSX...
Page 187: Auxiliary Input Jack
AM/FM, or CD/AUX or CD/AUX/XM (U.S. models only) button. To return to AUX mode Your audio system will accept while the jack is connected, press the auxiliary inputs from a portable CD/AUX or CD/AUX/XM button. cassette player, MP3 player, etc. 2008 TSX...
Page 188: Playing Discs
Main Menu Table Of Contents Playing Discs Without navigation system TRACK NUMBER DISC NUMBER REPEAT BUTTON AM/FM BUTTON RANDOM BUTTON CD BUTTON SEEK/SKIP BAR CD LOAD INDICATOR LOAD BUTTON CD SLOT EJECT BUTTON PRESET BUTTONS U.S. model is shown. 2008 TSX...
Page 189 DISC SCAN ICON CH DISC ICONS TRACK SCAN ICON SOUND ICON TRACK RANDOM ICON CD LOAD INDICATOR DISC REPEAT ICON LOAD BUTTON SEEK/SKIP BAR CH DISC BAR SCAN BUTTON AUDIO BUTTON CD/AUX BUTTON CD SLOT U.S. model is shown. 2008 TSX...
Page 190 When load indicator turns red and blinks recording a CD-R or CD-RW, the as the CD is loaded. recording must be closed in order for the disc to be played by the CD player. CONTINUED 2008 TSX...
Page 191 CD is playing. Select the empty position (the disc number indicator is not highlighted) and press the appropriate preset button or touch a disc icon. The current CD stops playing and starts the loading sequence. The CD just loaded will play. 2008 TSX...
Page 192 CD in random order, rather than in the order they are recorded on the CD. To activate it, press the RDM button. You will see RDM on the display as a reminder. The system will then CONTINUED 2008 TSX...
Page 193 10 seconds each. When it SCAN button again. plays a track that you want to continue listening to, touch the TRACK SCAN icon or press the SCAN button again. 2008 TSX...
Page 194 CD’s first track. When it icon. D-RPT also appears on the plays a disc that you want to upper display. Press the icon again to continue listening to, touch the DISC turn it off. SCAN icon or press the SCAN button again. 2008 TSX...
Page 195 You can changer, first select it with the eject up to 5 discs, one at a time. appropriate preset button, or the appropriate icon or CH/DISC bar. When that CD begins playing, press the eject button. 2008 TSX...
Page 196: Cd Player Error Messages
Insert a different disc. If the new disc plays, there is a problem with the first disc. If the error message cycle repeats and you cannot clear it, take your vehicle to a dealer. 2008 TSX...
Page 197: Protecting Your Cds
CD to not play pencil or pen. properly or possibly jam in the drive. Never try to insert foreign objects in the CD player or the magazine. 2008 TSX...
Page 198 Examples of these CDs are shown to Bubbled/ With Label/ Using Printer Sealed With Plastic Wrinkled Sticker Label Kit Ring the right: Damaged CDs Poor quality CDs Chipped/ Warped Burrs Cracked CONTINUED 2008 TSX...
Page 199 3-inch (8-cm) CD Triangle Shape Fingerprints, scratches, etc. CD-R or CD-RW may not play due to the recording conditions. Scratches and fingerprints on the CDs may cause the sound to skip. Can Shape Arrow Shape 2008 TSX...
Page 200 Main Menu Table Of Contents Playing a Tape (Optional) Without navigation system AM/FM BUTTON TAPE DIRECTION INDICATOR NOISE REDUCTION INDICATOR REPEAT BUTTON CD/AUX BUTTON SEEK/SKIP BAR VOL/PWR KNOB PRESET BUTTONS U.S. model is shown. 2008 TSX...
Page 201 Main Menu Table Of Contents Playing a Tape (Optional) With Navigation System UPPER DISPLAY TAPE DIRECTION INDICATOR REW ICON FF ICON REPEAT ICON NR ICON VOL/PWR KNOB SEEK/SKIP BAR CD/AUX BUTTON AUDIO BUTTON U.S. model is shown. AM/FM BUTTON 2008 TSX...
Page 202 CD/AUX XM button. press the AUDIO button and touch of the Dolby Laboratories either icon. When the Licensing Corporation. player reaches the end of the tape, it will automatically reverse direction and play the other side. 2008 TSX...
Page 203 Press the Preset 1, 2, or 3 (PLAY/ icon to continuously replay a track. PRG) to take the system out of You will see REPEAT displayed. The rewind or fast forward. track will repeat until you touch the REPEAT icon again. 2008 TSX...
Page 204 If a tape is exposed to extreme heat or cold, let it reach a moderate temperature before inserting it into the player. Never try to insert foreign objects into the tape player. 2008 TSX...
Page 205: Steering Wheel Controls
Each time you press the top ( ) of period, then resumes playing. hand from the wheel. the button, the system goes to the next preset station on the band you are listening to. Press the bottom ( ) to go back to the previous station. 2008 TSX...
Page 206: Radio Theft Protection
10 attempts, you manual. must then leave the system on for 1 hour before trying again. If you lose the card, you must obtain the code number from a dealer. To do this, you will need the system’s serial number. 2008 TSX...
Page 207: Setting The Clock
1:06 would RESET to 1:00. System (GPS), and the displayed 1:52 would RESET to 2:00. time is updated automatically by the GPS. Refer to the navigation system owner’s manual to set up the time. 2008 TSX...
Page 208: Security System
Do not attempt to alter this system transmitter. The security system or add other devices to it. indicator in the instrument panel starts blinking immediately to show you the system is setting itself. 2008 TSX...
Page 209: Cruise Control
CRUISE MAIN indicator in the wheel. The ‘‘CRUISE CONTROL’’ highways in good weather. instrument panel comes on. message appears on the multi- information display to show the Accelerate to the desired cruising system is now activated. speed above 25 mph (40 km/h). 2008 TSX...
Page 210 To slow down in very small amounts, tap the SET/DECEL button repeatedly. Each time you do this, your vehicle will slow down about 1 mph (1.6 km/h). 2008 TSX...
Page 211 (40 km/h) then press and release steering wheel. the RES/ACCEL button. The ‘‘CRUISE CONTROL’’ message on Push the cruise control master the multi-information display comes button. on, and the vehicle accelerates to the same cruising speed as before. 2008 TSX...
Page 212: Homelink Universal Transceiver
Release the buttons, then proceed to it if an obstacle is detected during Important Safety Precautions closing, increasing the risk of injury. Refer to the safety information that step 1. Do not use HomeLink with any came with your garage door opener CONTINUED 2008 TSX...
Page 213 Press and hold the remote If the red indicator in HomeLink transmitter button and one of the continues to flash slowly (does HomeLink buttons at the same not begin to flash rapidly), time. repeat steps 1 thru 3. 2008 TSX...
Page 214 HomeLink to the garage door opener unit until the indicator next to the button comes garage door opener so it sends and receives the correct codes. on. The indicator may blink, or come on and stay on. You then 2008 TSX...
Page 215 If a rolling code transmitter was trademark of Johnson Controls, Inc. undesired operation of the device. previously programmed, the indicator will flash rapidly for 2 seconds, and then stay on for about 23 seconds. 2008 TSX...
Page 216: Bluetooth Handsfreelink
) or and names. It uses these commands by calling the Hands Free Link client support at to automatically dial, receive, and (888) 528-7876. store numbers. For more information on voice control, see Using Voice Control on page 2008 TSX...
Page 217 Talk and Back buttons on the left cancel an operation. side of the steering wheel. Below the HFL buttons is another set of voice control buttons for the navigation, climate control, and audio systems. 2008 TSX...
Page 218 HFL on the multi-information display, you Phone Dialing Indicates the will see this information on the number you entered or the screen: number of the incoming call. Some phones do not send this information to the HFL. 2008 TSX...
Page 219 ‘‘Please repeat.’’ If it speaking. The HFL will then begin wait for the beep, then give a voice doesn’t recognize the command a listening for your next command. command. third time, it plays the Help prompt. 2008 TSX...
Page 220 Talk button, the HFL To set up the system, do this: begins from its main menu. Press and release the Talk button. After the beep, say ‘‘System.’’ The HFL response is, ‘‘System options are setup and clear.’’ CONTINUED 2008 TSX...
Page 221 ‘‘1, 2, 3, 4. Is this speakers to announce an incoming correct?’’ call. If you choose ‘‘Prompt,’’ you will hear this message to announce an incoming call: ‘‘You have an incoming call.’’ 2008 TSX...
Page 222 ON (II) with HandsFree Profile must be paired to the HFL before you can position and you press the Talk button. You will only be asked for make and receive hands-free calls. the passcode once per ignition CONTINUED 2008 TSX...
Page 223 After the beep, say the four-digit ‘‘A new phone has been found. code you want to use. For example, What would you like to name this say ‘‘1, 2, 3, 4.’’ The HFL response phone?’’ is, ‘‘1, 2, 3, 4. Is this correct?’’ 2008 TSX...
Page 224 Eric’s phone?’’ Press and release the Talk button. After the beep, say the new name of the phone. For example, say ‘‘Lisa’s phone.’’ The HFL response is, ‘‘The name has been changed. Returning to the main menu.’’ CONTINUED 2008 TSX...
Page 225 ‘‘Eric’s phone is linked. Battery been read, the HFL response is strength is three bars. Signal ‘‘The entire list has been read. strength is five bars, and the Returning to the main menu.’’ phone is roaming. Returning to the main menu.’’ 2008 TSX...
Page 226 For example, say through the audio speakers. To ‘‘123 456 7891.’’ The HFL response change the volume, use the audio is ‘‘123 456 7891. Say call, dial, or system volume knob. continue to add numbers.’’ CONTINUED 2008 TSX...
Page 227 Press and release the Talk button. After the beep, say ‘‘Send.’’ The say ‘‘1, 2, 3.’’ The HFL response is ‘‘1, 2, 3. Say send, or continue to dial tones will be sent, and the call add numbers.’’ will continue. 2008 TSX...
Page 228 If you want to hang up Muting a Call the original call and answer the new During a call, you can mute or call, press the Back button. unmute your voice to the person you are talking to. CONTINUED 2008 TSX...
Page 229 After the beep, say the number. say ‘‘Eric.’’ The HFL response is HFL response is, ‘‘What name For example, say ‘‘123 456 7891.’’ ‘‘What is the new number for would you like to delete?’’ The HFL response is ‘‘123 456 Eric?’’ 7891.’’ 2008 TSX...
Page 230 HFL response is, ‘‘System options says the name you want to call, for are setup and clear.’’ example, Eric, press the Talk button, and then say ‘‘Call.’’ The HFL response is, ‘‘Would you like to call Eric?’’ CONTINUED 2008 TSX...
Page 231 ‘‘OK’’ to proceed, or say noms des téléphones doivent être ré- ‘‘Go back’’ or ‘‘Cancel.’’ enregistrés.’’ If you said ‘‘OK,’’ after a short period of time, the HFL response is, ‘‘System has been cleared. Returning to the main menu.’’ 2008 TSX...
Page 232 Would you like to English name tags, the HFL continue?’’ response is ‘‘The language has been changed. For the system to identify phones that were paired while in another language, the phone names need to be re-recorded.’’ CONTINUED 2008 TSX...
Page 233 This device complies with Industry Canada Standard RSS-210. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. 2008 TSX...
Page 234: Before Driving
Oil Check ........you. If you plan to add any Engine Coolant Check ..... accessories to your vehicle, please Fuel Economy ....... read the information in this section Accessories and Modifications . first. Carrying Cargo ......2008 TSX...
Page 235 In addition, in order to maintain good For further important fuel-related performance, fuel economy, and information, please refer to your emissions control, we strongly Quick Start Guide 2008 TSX...
Page 236 The fuel fill cap is attached to the down on the lever located to the fuel filler with a tether. Put the left of the driver’s seat. attachment on the fuel fill cap into the slit on the fuel fill door. CONTINUED 2008 TSX...
Page 237 If this does not fix the problem, consult your dealer. To Open the Hood: Park the vehicle, and set the parking brake. Pull the hood release handle located under the lower left corner of the dashboard. The hood will pop up slightly. 2008 TSX...
Page 238 Push this handle up to release it. Lift up the hood. If the hood latch handle moves stiffly, or if you can open the hood without lifting the handle, the mechanism should be cleaned and lubricated. 2008 TSX...
Page 239 Adding Engine Oil Wipe the dipstick with a clean cloth or paper towel. Refer to Owner’s Maintenance Checks on page for information Insert the dipstick all the way back about checking other items on your into its hole. vehicle. 2008 TSX...
Page 240: Fuel Economy
(Canada: Visit fueleconomy.gov www. traffic. A range of miles per gallon vehicles.gc.ca 2008 TSX...
Page 241 Combine several short trips into information display (see consumption. one. A warmed-up engine is more Owner’s on page fuel efficient than a cold one. Maintenance Checks For example: 2008 TSX...
Page 242 Liter Kilometers L per 100 km Fill the fuel tank until the nozzle automatically clicks off. Reset trip counter to zero. Record the total gallons (liters) needed to refill. Follow one of the simple calculations above. 2008 TSX...
Page 243: Accessories And Modifications
Do not install accessories on the side pillars or across the rear as your airbags, anti-lock brakes, and windows. Accessories installed in tire pressure monitoring system. these areas may interfere with proper operation of the side curtain airbags. 2008 TSX...
Page 244 Raising your vehicle with a non- Acura suspension kit can affect the handling and stability. Non-Acura wheels, because they are a universal design, can cause excessive stress on suspension components and will not be compatible with the tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS). 2008 TSX...
Page 245: Carrying Cargo
However, carrying too much cargo, or improperly storing it, can affect your vehicle’s handling, stability, stopping distance, and tires, and make it unsafe. Before carrying any type of cargo, be sure to read the following pages. CONSOLE COMPARTMENT TRUNK GLOVE BOX 2008 TSX...
Page 246 150 lb. passengers in your of all occupants, cargo, and vehicle, the amount of available accessories, and the tongue load if cargo and luggage load capacity is you are towing a trailer. 650 lbs. (1,400 750 (5 150) = 650 lbs.) CONTINUED 2008 TSX...
Page 247 (150 lbs x 5 = 750 lbs) (100 lbs) not exceed the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) or the Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR). Both are on a label on the driver’s doorjamb. 2008 TSX...
Page 248 If it is open, a passenger could injure their knees during a crash or sudden stop. Do not put any items on top of the rear shelf. They can block your view and be thrown around the vehicle during a crash. 2008 TSX...
Page 249 Main Menu Table Of Contents 2008 TSX...
Page 250 (VSA) system, the tire Tire Pressure Monitoring pressure monitoring system (TPMS), System (TPMS) ......and facts you need if you are Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA) planning to tow a trailer. System ........Towing a Trailer ......2008 TSX...
Page 251: Preparing To Drive
Visually check the tires. If a tire your passengers have fastened looks low, use a gauge to check its their seat belts (see page pressure. Check that any items you may be carrying are stored properly or fastened down securely. 2008 TSX...
Page 252: Starting The Engine
If the engine does not start within 15 seconds, or starts but stalls right away, repeat step 4 with the accelerator pedal pressed halfway down. If the engine starts, release pressure on the accelerator pedal so the engine does not race. 2008 TSX...
Page 253: Manual Transmission
This can cause your clutch to at a time. 2nd to 3rd 23 mph (37 km/h) wear out faster. 3rd to 4th 34 mph (54 km/h) 4th to 5th 45 mph (72 km/h) 5th to 6th 56 mph (90 km/h) 2008 TSX...
Page 254 Have the Before downshifting, make sure the vehicle checked by your dealer. engine will not go into the tachometer’s red zone. 2008 TSX...
Page 255: Automatic Transmission
LOCK (0) or the ACCESSORY few seconds when you turn the (I) position. ignition switch to the ON (II) position. If it flashes while driving (in any shift position), it indicates a possible problem in the transmission. 2008 TSX...
Page 256 Park, see Shift Lock Release and then shift to reverse. page If there is a problem in the reverse lockout system, or your vehicle’s CONTINUED 2008 TSX...
Page 257 In Sequential SportShift mode, each time you push forward on the shift lever, the transmission shifts to a higher gear. Pull back on the lever to downshift. The number of the gear selected is displayed on the instrument panel. 2008 TSX...
Page 258 The transmission remains in the selected gear (5, 4, 3, 2, or 1). There downshift and the display will show the selected lower gear. is no automatic downshift when you push the accelerator pedal to the floor. CONTINUED 2008 TSX...
Page 259 (32 km/h) (210 km/h) The transmission will not over 33 mph automatically downshift to first gear (52 km/h) even when the vehicle speed is under 6 mph (10 km/h). You need to shift down to first gear manually. 2008 TSX...
Page 260 Put a cloth on the notch of the sure the ignition switch is in the shift lock release slot cover. Using ACCESSORY(I) position. a small flat-tipped screwdriver or a metal fingernail file, carefully pry on the notch of the cover to remove it. CONTINUED 2008 TSX...
Page 261 Insert the key in the shift lock release slot. Push down on the key while you move the shift lever out of Park to neutral. To release the reverse lockout, move the shift lever from neutral to reverse, then to Park. 2008 TSX...
Page 262 If your vehicle has a manual damage the rear brakes. transmission, put it in first gear. Never park over dry leaves, tall grass, or other flammable materials. The hot three way catalytic converter could cause these materials to catch on fire. 2008 TSX...
Page 263: Braking System
Constant application of the brakes at two wheels. when going down a long hill builds up heat and reduces their effective- ness. Use the engine to assist the brakes by taking your foot off the accelerator and downshifting to a lower gear. 2008 TSX...
Page 264: Anti-Lock Brakes (Abs)
This is sometimes system indicator come on together, and the parking brake is fully referred to as ‘‘stomp and steer.’’ released, the EBD system may also be shut down. CONTINUED 2008 TSX...
Page 265 ABS cannot prevent a loss of stability. Always steer moderately when you are braking hard. Severe or sharp steering wheel movement can still cause your vehicle to veer into oncoming traffic or off the road. 2008 TSX...
Page 266 Because tire pressure varies by multi-information display go out after temperature and other conditions, inflating the tires to the specified the low tire pressure/TPMS values, have your dealer check the indicator may come on unexpectedly. system as soon as possible. CONTINUED 2008 TSX...
Page 267 It stops flashing after approximately 1 the tire pressure monitor will show a minute, then stays on. You will also ‘‘TIRE PRESSURE OK’’ message. see a ‘‘CHECK TPMS SYSTEM’’ message on the multi-information display (see page 2008 TSX...
Page 268 RESET button while the multi- ‘‘CHECK TIRE PRESSURE’’ information display shows the tire pressure monitor. message. You can see one or more of the low pressure tire positions highlighted in the display along with this message. CONTINUED 2008 TSX...
Page 269 Manually check the spare tire pressure to be sure it is correct. This indicator and the warning message on the multi-information display will go off, after several miles (kilometers) driving, when the spare 2008 TSX...
Page 270 Also, the tire pressure readings will undesired operation of the device. on (see page not be displayed. Have your vehicle 2008 TSX...
Page 271: Vehicle Stability Assist (Vsa) System
The VSA system cannot enhance the vehicle’s driving stability in all situations and does not control your vehicle’s entire braking system. It is still your responsibility to drive and corner at reasonable speeds and to leave a sufficient margin of safety. 2008 TSX...
Page 272 When VSA is off, the VSA activation indicator comes on as a reminder. VSA is turned on every time you start the engine, even if you turned it off the last time you drove the vehicle. 2008 TSX...
Page 273: Towing A Trailer
Too much tongue can seriously affect your vehicle’s load reduces front-tire traction and handling and performance. It can steering control. Too little tongue also damage the engine and load can make the trailer unstable drivetrain. and cause it to sway. 2008 TSX...
Page 274 (a fully-loaded accessories, all cargo, and the vehicle and trailer), then recheck the tongue load is: tongue load whenever the conditions change. 4,300 lbs (1,950 kg) 2008 TSX...
Page 275 Also make sure that all equipment is create a potential hazard. properly installed and maintained, and that it meets federal, state, See your trailer dealer or rental province, and local regulations. agency for more information on installing electric brakes. 2008 TSX...
Page 276 Since lighting and wiring vary by trailer type and brand, you should have a qualified technician install a suitable connector between the vehicle and the trailer. Improper equipment or installation can cause damage to your vehicle’s electrical system and affect your vehicle warranty. 2008 TSX...
Page 277 The hitch, safety chains, and any steer straight ahead. Do not try to trailer’s tires. other attachments are secure. make quick steering or braking corrections. All items in or on the trailer are properly secured and cannot shift while you drive. 2008 TSX...
Page 278 D is to D . the proper shift lever position to use when towing a trailer in hilly terrain. (See ‘‘ Driving on Hills ’’ in the next column for additional gear information.) 2008 TSX...
Page 279 Main Menu Table Of Contents 2008 TSX...
Page 280 See Floor Mats ........page for information on how to Dust and Pollen Filter ....obtain a copy, or see your dealer. Wiper Blades ......... Wheels ........... Tires ..........Checking the Battery ....Vehicle Storage ......2008 TSX...
Page 281: Maintenance Safety
Wear eye protection and protective clothing when working near the battery or when using compressed air. 2008 TSX...
Page 282 Burns from hot parts. Let the Always follow the procedures engine and exhaust system cool and precautions in this owner’s down before touching any parts. manual. Injury from moving parts. not run the engine unless instructed to do so. 2008 TSX...
Page 283: Maintenance Minder
To see the current engine oil life displayed on the lower segment of the multi-information display, turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position, and press the SEL/RESET button on the steering wheel repeatedly until engine oil life is displayed. 2008 TSX...
Page 284 Refer to oil life and the maintenance item page for a complete list of the code(s) displayed. maintenance main items and sub items. CONTINUED 2008 TSX...
Page 285 When the remaining oil life is 5 to 1%, the multi-information display shows a ‘‘SERVICE DUE NOW’’ message. The display also shows the same maintenance items that were previously shown with ‘‘SERVICE DUE SOON.’’ Make sure you have the indicated maintenance performed as soon as possible. 2008 TSX...
Page 286 INFO button on the steering To cancel the engine oil life display, wheel to select ‘‘RESET’’ on the press the SEL/RESET button to display, and press the SEL/ return to the previous display. RESET button. CONTINUED 2008 TSX...
Page 287 This message is displayed when the total mileage is less than 10 miles (for U.S. models) or 10 km (for Canadian models) after the engine oil life became 0 %. 2008 TSX...
Page 288 You will see a ‘‘SERVICE PAST DUE’’ message, the total mileage after the remaining ‘‘SERVICE’’ message along with the percentage ‘‘0%’’ and the oil life became 0 %, and the maintenance item code(s). maintenance item code(s) displayed. CONTINUED 2008 TSX...
Page 289 INFO button, the engine oil life display will appear in the lower segment. You will see a ‘‘SERVICE’’ message along with the maintenance item code(s), and the total negative mileage after the oil life becomes 0 % is displayed. 2008 TSX...
Page 290 We recommend the use of Acura intervals indicated by the information display. parts and fluids whenever you have maintenance done. These are manufactured to the same high quality standards as the original components, so you can be confident of their performance and durability. 2008 TSX...
Page 291 See page Automatic transmission Check the fluid level monthly. See pages Brakes Check the fluid level monthly. See page Tires Check the tire pressure monthly. Examine the tread for wear and foreign objects. See page 2008 TSX...
Page 292 30,000 miles (48,000 km). (For A/T Inspect idle speed every 160,000 miles (256,000 km). only.) Adjust the valves during services A, B, 1, 2, or 3 only if they are noisy. Replace spark plugs Inspect valve clearance Replace engine coolant 2008 TSX...
Page 293: Fluid Locations
CLUTCH FLUID (Black cap) (Manual Transmission only) (Light gray cap) ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK ENGINE OIL (Orange handle) FILL CAP WASHER FLUID AUTOMATIC (Blue cap) TRANSMISSION FLUID DIPSTICK (Yellow loop) POWER STEERING ENGINE COOLANT FLUID RESERVOIR (Red cap) RADIATOR CAP 2008 TSX...
Page 294: Adding Engine Oil
American Petroleum Institute’s latest requirements. It is highly recommended that you use Honda Motor Oil in your vehicle for as long as you own it. Unscrew and remove the engine oil fill cap on top of the valve cover.
Page 295 ‘‘For Gasoline Engines.’’ preferred for improved fuel economy performance and durability. and year-round protection in your vehicle. You may use a 10W-30 oil if the temperature in your area never 20°C). goes below 0°F ( 2008 TSX...
Page 296: Changing The Engine Oil And Filter
Remove the oil filter and let the remaining oil drain. A special Remove the bolt located on the wrench (available from your dealer) is required. underside of the body with a wrench, then remove the maintenance cover. CONTINUED 2008 TSX...
Page 297 Let the engine run for several the instructions that come with it. minutes, then check the drain bolt Make sure to clean off any dirt and oil filter for leaks. and dust on the connecting surface of a new oil filter. 2008 TSX...
Page 298: Engine Coolant
50 % coolant level in the radiator. antifreeze and 50 % water. Never add straight antifreeze or plain water. If Honda antifreeze/coolant is not Removing the radiator cap available, you may use another while the engine is hot can...
Page 299 They may not be compatible with the coolant or Remove the radiator cap by engine components. pushing down and turning counterclockwise. 2008 TSX...
Page 300 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 results, wait about 60 seconds (but no longer than 90 seconds) before doing step 2. CONTINUED 2008 TSX...
Page 301: Transmission Fluid
Damage resulting f rom the use of Remove the dipstick (yellow loop) marks. transmission f luid other than Honda from the transmission, and wipe it Genuine ATF-Z1 is not covered by the with a clean cloth.
Page 302 FILLER BOLT and tighten the bolts securely. BOLT If Honda MTF is not available, you may use an SAE 10W-30 or 10W-40 viscosity motor oil with the API Certification seal that says ‘‘FOR GASOLINE ENGINES’’...
Page 303: Brake And Clutch Fluid
Brake fluid reservoir (all models) replacement. Clutch fluid reservoir (manual transmission models Using any non-Honda brake fluid can only) cause corrosion and decrease the life of the system. Have the brake Replace the brake fluid every 3 years,...
Page 304 Fluid. You may use another power steering fluid as an emergency replacement, but have the power steering system flushed and refilled with Honda PSF as soon as possible. LOWER LEVEL A low power steering fluid level can Check the level on the side of the indicate a leak in the system.
Page 305 Halogen headlight bulbs get very hot when lit. Oil, perspiration, or a scratch on the glass can cause the bulb to overheat and shatter. 2008 TSX...
Page 306 Remove the rubber weather seal by pulling on the tab. Pull the burned out bulb straight out of its socket. Push the new bulb straight into the socket until it bottoms. CONTINUED 2008 TSX...
Page 307 Remove the socket from the headlight assembly by turning it one-quarter turn counterclockwise. On the driver’s side, reinstall the air intake cover. Reinstall the three fasteners and secure them by pushing on the heads until they lock. 2008 TSX...
Page 308 Push the new bulb straight the inner fender. into the socket until it bottoms. Pull the inner fender cover away from the fender and bumper. Remove the socket from the headlight assembly by turning it one-quarter turn counterclockwise. CONTINUED 2008 TSX...
Page 309 Remove the socket by turning it one-quarter turn counterclockwise, Test the new bulb to make sure it and pull the bulb straight out of its works. socket. Reinstall the light assembly cover. 2008 TSX...
Page 310 Remove the socket by turning it one-quarter turn counterclockwise. Pull the lining back carefully. Pull the bulb straight out of its socket. Push the new bulb straight into the socket until it bottoms. 2008 TSX...
Page 311 Remove the burned-out bulb by pulling it straight out of the socket. Install the new bulb and reinstall the socket. Make sure the new bulb is working. 2008 TSX...
Page 312 Push up the undercover. down. Remove the bulb from the fog light assembly by turning it one- quarter turn counterclockwise. 2008 TSX...
Page 313 This keeps the floor mats from not use bleach, dye, or cleaning sliding forward/rearward and possibly interfering with the pedals solvents. Let the belts air dry before you use the vehicle. or making the front passenger’s weight sensor’s ineffective. 2008 TSX...
Page 314 If the rear passenger’s floor mat is on the seat rail of the front passenger’s seat, the sensors will detect the decreased weight on the seat, and they may not work properly. 2008 TSX...
Page 315: Wiper Blades
When replacing a wiper blade, make sure not to drop the wiper Do not open the hood when the wiper blade or wiper arm down on the arms are raised, or you will damage the windshield. hood and wiper arms. 2008 TSX...
Page 316 ‘‘LOCK’’ side of the slots along the edge of the new the windshield, the passenger’s the blade. Then grab the end of blade. side first, then the driver’s side. the blade, and slide it out. 2008 TSX...
Page 317 (TPMS) will warn you when a tire be seriously hurt or killed. pressure is low. See page Follow all instructions in this information on the TPMS. owner’s manual regarding tire inflation and maintenance. 2008 TSX...
Page 318 For additional information about your tires, see page 2008 TSX...
Page 319 You should identification number) are found on replace the tire if you can see three the sidewall of the tire and indicate or more tread wear indicators. the date of manufacture (See Tire Labeling on page 2008 TSX...
Page 320 Improper wheel weights can damage rotated. If you purchase directional your vehicle’s aluminum wheels. Use tires, rotate only front-to-back. only genuine Acura wheels weights f or balancing. When the tires are rotated, make sure the air pressures are checked. CONTINUED 2008 TSX...
Page 321 Installing improper tires on your vehicle can affect handling and stability. This can cause a crash in which you can be seriously hurt or killed. Always use the size and type of tires recommended in this owner’s manual. 2008 TSX...
Page 322 Check with the tire dealer for slowly with them installed. If you hear them coming into contact with maximum speed recommendations. the body or chassis, stop and investigate. Remove them as soon as you begin driving on cleared roads. 2008 TSX...
Page 323: Checking The Battery
Wear protective clothing and a Wash your hands after handling. face shield, or have a skilled technician do the battery maintenance. 2008 TSX...
Page 324: Vehicle Storage
To minimize sticking, apply a completely dry. silicone spray lubricant to all door month. and trunk seals. Also, apply a Block the rear wheels. vehicle body wax to the painted surfaces that mate with the door and trunk seals. 2008 TSX...
Page 325 Main Menu Table Of Contents 2008 TSX...
Page 326 Malfunction Indicator Lamp ..If not, you will also find instructions Readiness Codes ....... on getting your vehicle towed. Brake System Indicator ....Closing the Moonroof ....Fuses ..........Fuse Locations ......Emergency Towing ...... 2008 TSX...
Page 327: Compact Spare Tire
You will also see a designed for mounting a regular tire. ‘‘CHECK TPMS SYSTEM’’ message on the multi-information display (see page 2008 TSX...
Page 328: Changing A Flat Tire
Park the vehicle on firm, level and changing a tire exactly, and non-slippery ground. Put the never get under the vehicle transmission in Park (automatic) when it is supported only by the or reverse (manual). Apply the jack. parking brake. CONTINUED 2008 TSX...
Page 329 Place the flat tire on the Loosen each wheel nut 1/2 turn ground with the outside surface of with the wheel nut wrench. the wheel facing up. 2008 TSX...
Page 330 Wipe the hub the nearest automotive service carefully; it may be hot from facility. driving. Tighten the wheel nuts to: 80 lbf·ft (108 N·m , 11 kgf·m) CONTINUED 2008 TSX...
Page 331 Place the flat tire face down in the spare tire well. Remove the spacer cone from the wing bolt, turn it over, and put it back on the bolt. 2008 TSX...
Page 332 (II) position. Turn on the booster battery (see page headlights, and check their brightness. If the headlights are very dim or do not come on at all, the battery is discharged. See Jump Starting on page 2008 TSX...
Page 333 If you find nothing wrong, you will indicator in the instrument panel need a qualified technician to find to blink rapidly (see page the problem. See Emergency Towing on page Are you using the proper starting procedure? Refer to Starting the Engine on page 2008 TSX...
Page 334: Jump Starting
Put the positive ( ) terminal on your battery. Connect the other end to transmission in neutral (manual) or Park (automatic), and set the the positive ( ) terminal on the parking brake. booster battery. CONTINUED 2008 TSX...
Page 335 Connect the second jumper cable to the negative ( ) terminal on the booster battery. Connect the other end to the grounding point as shown. Do not connect this jumper cable to any other part of the engine. 2008 TSX...
Page 336: If The Engine Overheats
(see Emergency serious damage to the engine. on page off the engine. Wait until you see Towing no more signs of steam or spray, then open the hood. CONTINUED 2008 TSX...
Page 337 Always let the engine and radiator cool down before removing the radiator cap. 2008 TSX...
Page 338: Low Oil Pressure Indicator
10 seconds, turn off the the vehicle stopped. engine. There is a mechanical problem that needs to be repaired before you can continue driving (see Emergency Towing on page 2008 TSX...
Page 339 Go to a service station or garage possible. where you can get technical assistance. 2008 TSX...
Page 340: Malfunction Indicator Lamp
It takes for more information (see Testing with the ‘‘D’’ indicator. several days of driving under various page conditions to set the codes again. You will also see a ‘‘CHECK EMISSION SYSTEM’’ message on the multi-information display (see page 2008 TSX...
Page 341: Brake System Indicator
(see page If the fluid level is low, take your vehicle to a dealer, and have the brake system inspected for leaks or worn brake pads. 2008 TSX...
Page 342: Closing The Moonroof
Have your Insert the moonroof wrench into vehicle checked by your dealer. the socket behind this plug. Turn the wrench until the moonroof is fully closed. Remove the wrench. Reinstall the round plug. 2008 TSX...
Page 343 To open it, headlights and all other and take it out of its hinges. push the tabs as shown. accessories are off. Remove the cover from the fuse box. 2008 TSX...
Page 344 Remove the pulling out each one with the fuse same rating or lower. screws with a Phillips-head puller provided in the under-hood screwdriver. fuse box. CONTINUED 2008 TSX...
Page 345 (such as the accessory power socket vehicle. Leave the blown fuse in or radio). that circuit, and have your vehicle checked by a qualified technician. 2008 TSX...
Page 346: Fuse Locations
30 A Rear Defroster Coil 7.5 A Back Up 10 A Left Headlight Hi 15 A FI ECU (ECM/PCM) 15 A Small Light 20 A Condenser fan 10 A Right Headlight Hi 20 A FR Fog Light CONTINUED 2008 TSX...
Page 347 15 A Front Accessory Sockets Not Used 10 A 7.5 A OPDS 7.5 A Not Used 20 A Audio Amp 30 A Wiper 10 A 7.5 A TPMS 7.5 A Interior Light Not Used : On Canadian models 2008 TSX...
Page 348: Emergency Towing
(front) and lift them Leave the ignition switch in the off the ground. The other two tires ACCESSORY (I) position so the remain on the ground. This is an steering wheel does not lock. acceptable way to tow your vehicle. CONTINUED 2008 TSX...
Page 349 Leave the The bumpers are not designed to ignition switch in the ACCESSORY (I) support the vehicle’s weight. position, and make sure the steering wheel turns f reely bef ore you begin towing. 2008 TSX...
Page 350 (TPMS) Required Federal Explanation ......Emissions Controls ....... The Clean Air Act ..... Crankcase Emissions Control System ........Evaporative Emissions Control System ........Onboard Refueling Vapor Recovery ........ Exhaust Emissions Controls . PGM-FI System ....Ignition Timing Control System ........ 2008 TSX...
Page 351: Identification Numbers
It is also on the certification label attached to the driver’s doorjamb, and is stamped on the engine compartment bulkhead. The VIN is also provided in bar code on the certification label. CERTIFICATION LABEL 2008 TSX...
Page 352 Main Menu Table Of Contents Identification Numbers The engine number is stamped into the front of the engine block. ENGINE NUMBER AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION NUMBER The transmission number is on a label on top of the transmission. MANUAL TRANSMISSION NUMBER 2008 TSX...
Page 353: Specifications
Capacities Including the coolant in the reserve tank and that remaining in the Fuel tank Approx. engine 17.1 US gal (64.7 ) Reserve tank capacity: 0.16 US gal (0.6 ) Excluding the oil remaining in the engine 2008 TSX...
Page 354 On vehicles with high voltage discharge type headlights, Alignment replacement of a headlight bulb should be performed by your dealer. Toe-in Front 0.00 in (0.0 mm) Rear 0.08 in (2.0 mm) Camber Front 0° Rear 1° Caster Front 3°13’ CONTINUED 2008 TSX...
Page 355 Table Of Contents Specifications Tires Size Front/Rear P215/50R17 93V Spare T135/80D16 101M Pressure Front 32 psi (220 kPa , 2.2 kgf/cm ) Rear 30 psi (210 kPa , 2.1 kgf/cm ) Spare 60 psi (420 kPa , 4.2 kgf/cm ) 2008 TSX...
Page 356: Dot Tire Quality Grading (U.s. Vehicles)
Treadwear 200 cornering, hydroplaning, or peak Traction AA traction characteristics. Temperature A All passenger car tires must conform to Federal Safety Requirements in addition to these grades. 2008 TSX...
Page 357: Temperature
C corresponds to a level of performance which all passenger car tires must meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 109. Grades B and A represent higher levels of performance on the laboratory test wheel than the minimum required by law. 2008 TSX...
Page 358: Tire Labeling
Tire width in millimeters. Aspect ratio (the tire’s section height as a percentage of its width). (1) Tire Size (2) Tire Identification Number (TIN) (3) Maximum Tire Pressure (4) Maximum Tire Load CONTINUED 2008 TSX...
Page 359 TIN is located on the sidewall of the the U.S. Department of Maximum Tire Load tire. Transportation. Max Load The maximum load the tire can carry at B97R Manufacturer’s maximum air pressure. identification mark. FW6X Tire type code. 2202 Date of manufacture. Year Week 2008 TSX...
Page 360: Tire Pressure Monitoring System (Tpms) Required Federal Explanation
TPMS low tire the proper pressure. pressure telltale. 2008 TSX...
Page 361 TPMS to continue to function properly. When the malfunction indicator is illuminated, the system may not be able to detect or signal low tire pressure as intended. 2008 TSX...
Page 362: Emissions Controls
The positive crankcase ventilation valve routes them from the crankcase back to the 2008 TSX...
Page 363: Exhaust Emissions Controls
Three Way Catalytic Converter The three way catalytic converter is in the exhaust system. Through chemical reactions, it converts HC, CO, and NOx in the engine’s exhaust to carbon dioxide (CO ), nitrogen (N ), and water vapor. 2008 TSX...
Page 364: Three Way Catalytic Converter
Follow these guidelines to high grass, dry leaves, or other protect your vehicle’s three way flammables. catalytic converter. Always use unleaded gasoline. Even a small amount of leaded gasoline can contaminate the catalyst metals, making the three way catalytic converter ineffective. 2008 TSX...
Page 365: Emissions Testing
Without touching the accelerator conditions. pedal, let the engine idle for 20 Make sure the vehicle has been seconds. parked with the engine off for 6 hours or more. Make sure the ambient temperature is between 40° and 95°F. 2008 TSX...
Page 366 If the testing facility determines the conditions, drive for at least 30 readiness codes are still not set, see seconds, then repeat it two more your dealer. times (for a total of 90 seconds). 2008 TSX...
Page 367 Main Menu Table Of Contents 2008 TSX...
Page 368 Main Menu Warranty and Client Relations Client Service Information ..Warranty Coverages ....Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Vehicle) ......Authorized Manuals ..... 2008 TSX...
Page 369: Client Service Information
Name of the dealer who sold the Client Services Office. vehicle to you Vortex Motor Corp. U.S. Owners: Bella International American Honda Motor Co., Inc. P.O. Box 190816 Acura Client Services San Juan, PR 00919-0816 Mail Stop 500-2N-7E 1919 Torrance Blvd.
Page 370: Warranty Coverages
Acura Canadian Owners this warranty gives up replacement parts against defects in Please refer to the 2008 warranty Warranty to 100 % credit toward a replacement materials and workmanship. manual that came with your vehicle. battery. 2008 TSX...
Page 371 ; or write to: http://www.saf ercar.gov Administration (NHTSA), in addition However, NHTSA cannot become Administrator, NHTSA, 400 Seventh to notifying American Honda Motor involved in individual problems Street, SW., Washington, DC 20590. Co., Inc. between you, your dealer, or You can also obtain other American Honda Motor Co., Inc.
Page 372: Authorized Manuals
31SEA640 2008 Acura TSX Owner’s Manual 31SEA810 2008 Acura TSX Navigation System Owner’s Manual 31SEAM10 2008 Acura TSX Maintenance Journal 31SEAQ40 2008 Acura TSX Quick Start Guide ACU-R Order Form for Previous Years- Indicate Year and Model Desired 2008 TSX...
Page 373 Main Menu 2008 TSX...
Page 374 How the SRS Indicator Works . Engine Speed Limiter ....How Your Front Airbags Sequential SportShift Mode ..Work ......... Shifting ........How Your Side Airbags Work . Shift Lever Position Indicator . Shift Lever Positions ....CONTINUED 2008 TSX...
Page 375 ......... Check Airbag System Message ..Tethers ......... High-mount Brake Light ..Check Brake System Message ..Where Should a Child Sit? ..Rear License Plate ....Check Charging System Childproof Door Locks ....Specifications ......Message ........2008 TSX...
Page 376 Elapsed Time Reset Condition ..Cruise Control Operation .... Disc Brake Wear Indicators ..Cruise Main Indicator ....Display, Multi-information ..... Cup Holders ........Disposal of Used Oil ..... Customized Settings ....... Doors Default All ........Locking and Unlocking .... CONTINUED 2008 TSX...
Page 377 Emergency Trunk Opener ..Front Wiper Action ....... Emission, Check System Message ........Fan, Interior ........Emissions Controls ....... Fasten Seat Belt Message ..... Emissions Testing ......Features ......... Engine Filling the Fuel Tank ....Check Engine Oil Message ..2008 TSX...
Page 378 High Beam Indicator ....Important Safety Precautions ..Tank, Filling the ......Gas Station Procedures ....Lights On Indicator ....Gauges Low Beams, Turning on ..Engine Coolant Temperature . Reminder Chime ....... Fuel ..........Replacing Halogen Bulbs ..CONTINUED 2008 TSX...
Page 379 ........System Message ......Turn Signal ....65, 304, Turn Signal and Hazard Load Limits ........Warning ........LOCK (Ignition Key Position) ..VSA (Vehicle Stability Assist) Jacking up the Vehicle ....Activation ......... Jack, Tire ........2008 TSX...
Page 380 ........Numbers, Identification ....Panel Brightness Control .... Minder ........Park Gear Position ......Safety .......... Parking Brake ....... Malfunction Indicator Lamp . 62, Manual Transmission ....Octane Requirement, Gasoline . Manual Transmission Fluid ..Odometer ......... CONTINUED 2008 TSX...
Page 381 Remove Key Message ....Primary Display Selection ... Protecting Adults and Teens ..Replacement Information Additional Safety Precautions . Engine Oil and Filter ....Advice for Pregnant Women ..Fuses .......... Protecting Children ......Light Bulbs ........ VIII 2008 TSX...
Page 382 Sun Visor ........Service Manual ......SRS, Additional Information ..Sunglasses Holder ......Service Station Procedure ... Additional Safety Precautions . Setting the Clock ......Airbag Service ......Sequential SportShift Mode ..How the Passenger Airbag Off CONTINUED 2008 TSX...
Page 383 ..Refuel ........... Temperature, Outside ....Inflation ........Trip Meter ........Tether Anchorage Points ....Inspection ........Three Way Catalytic Converter . Replacing ........Tighten Fuel Cap Message ... Rotating ........Tilt/Telescopic Steering Wheel . Service Life ........ 2008 TSX...
Page 384 Compact Spare ......Vehicle Dimensions ...... Nut Wrench ....... Vehicle Identification Number ..Windows Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA) Auto Reverse ......System ........Operating the Power ....Activation Indicator .... . 65, Rear, Defogger ......Message ........2008 TSX...
Page 385 Main Menu 2008 TSX...
Page 386 Main Menu 2008 TSX...
Page 387: Service Information Summary
ATF (see page Automatic Transmission Fluid: Honda ATF-Z1 (Automatic Brake Fluid: Transmission Fluid) (see page Honda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3 preferred, or a DOT 3 or DOT 4 brake fluid as a temporary replacement (see page 2008 TSX...
Page 388 The information and specifications included CITY STATE/PROVINCE ZIP CODE/ in this publication were in effect at the time of approval for printing. Honda Motor Co., POSTAL CODE Ltd. reserves the right, however, to V. I. N. discontinue or change specifications or...

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