Introduction .........................................................................................................................................

A Few Words About

Safety................................................................................................................. ii

Your Vehicle at a Glance.....................................................................................................................

Driver and Passenger Safety ..............................................................................................................

Seat belts, SRS, and child protection

Instruments and Controls.................................................................................................................

Indicators, gauges, dashboard, and steering column

Features

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Climate, audio, steering wheel, security, cruise control, and HomeLink

Before Driving..................................................................................................................................

Fuel, vehicle break-in, and cargo loading

Driving ..............................................................................................................................................

Engine and transmission operation

Maintenance .....................................................................................................................................

Schedules, fluid checking, minor services, and vehicle storage

Taking Care of the Unexpected ......................................................................................................

Flat tire, dead battery, overheating, fuses

Technical Information.....................................................................................................................

Vehicle specifications, tires, fuels, and emissions controls

Warranty and Customer Relations (U.S. and Canada) ................................................................

Warranty and contact information

Authorized Manuals (U.S. only)......................................................................................................

How to order

Index......................................................................................................................................................

Service Information Summary

Fluid capacities and tire pressures

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Table of Contents

Summary of Contents for Acura 2005 Acura TSX

Page 1: Table Of Contents
2005 TSX Online Reference Owner's Manual Use these links (and links throughout this manual) to navigate through this reference. For a printed owner's manual, click on authorized manuals or go to www.helminc.com. Contents Owner's Identification Form Introduction ............................A Few Words About Safety.........................
Page 2: Owner's Identification Form
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...
Page 3: Introduction
Main Menu Introduction Congratulations! Your selection of a 2005 Acura TSX was a wise investment. As you read this manual, you will It will give you years of driving pleasure. find information that is preceded by symbol. This One of the best ways to enhance the enjoyment of your new Acura is to read information is intended to help you this manual.
Page 4: A Few Words About Safety
Main Menu A Few Words About Safety Your safety, and the safety of others, You will find this important safety information in a variety of forms, is very important. And operating this including: vehicle safely is an important Safety Labels on the vehicle.
Page 5: Your Vehicle At A Glance
Main Menu Your Vehicle at a Glance DIGITAL CLOCK (P.141) AUDIO SYSTEM (P.112) MIRROR CONTROLS (P.88) DOOR LOCK SWITCH (P.75) HEATING/COOLING CONTROLS (P.100) POWER WINDOW SWITCHES AUTOMATIC (P.89) TRANSMISSION (P.170) MANUAL TRANSMISSION (P.168) TRUNK RELEASE HANDLE (P.80) HOOD RELEASE HANDLE PARKING BRAKE LEVER FUEL FILL DOOR RELEASE (P.154)
Page 6 Main Menu Your Vehicle at a Glance INSTRUMENT PANEL BRIGHTNESS WINDSHIELD WIPERS/WASHERS HEADLIGHTS/ (P. 68) (P. 65) TURN SIGNALS (P. 66) HAZARD WARNING BUTTON (P. 69) REMOTE AUDIO CONTROLS CRUISE CONTROLS (P. 139) (P. 143) REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER (P. 69) MOONROOF SWITCH HORN...
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Page 8: Driver And Passenger Safety
Main Menu Driver and Passenger Safety This section gives you important Additional Information About Your The Passenger’s Front Airbag information about how to protect Seat Belts ......... Can Pose Serious Risks ..yourself and your passengers. It Seat Belt System Components . Infants ..........
Page 9: Important Safety Precautions
Main Menu Table of Contents Important Safety Precautions You’ll find many safety Be Aware of Airbag Hazards Control Your Speed recommendations throughout this Excessive speed is a major factor in While airbags can save lives, they section, and throughout this manual. can cause serious or fatal injuries to crash injuries and deaths.
Page 10: Your Vehicle's Safety Features
Main Menu Table of Contents Your Vehicle’s Safety Features Your vehicle is equipped with many features that work together to (10) protect you and your passengers during a crash. 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;...
Page 11: Seat Belts
Main Menu Table of Contents 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 belts in all seating positions. and against other occupants. Not wearing a seat belt properly increases the chance of serious Your seat belt system also Keep you from being thrown out...
Page 12: Airbags
Main Menu Table of Contents Your Vehicle’s Safety Features Airbags Your vehicle has a Supplemental Your vehicle also has side airbags to Your vehicle also has side curtain Restraint System (SRS) with front help protect the upper torso of the airbags to help protect the heads of airbags to help protect the heads and driver or a front seat passenger...
Page 13 Main Menu Table of Contents 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 14: Protecting Adults And Teens
Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Adults and Teens Locking the doors reduces the Introduction Adjust the Front Seats The following pages provide chance of someone being thrown out instructions on how to properly of the vehicle during a crash, and it protect the driver, adult passengers, helps prevent passengers from and teenage children who are large...
Page 15: Adjust The Seat-Backs
Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Adults and Teens If you sit too close to the steering Adjust the Seat-Backs wheel or dashboard, you can be seriously injured by an inflating front Sitting too close to a front airbag, or by striking the steering airbag can result in serious wheel or dashboard.
Page 16: Adjust The Head Restraints
Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Adults and Teens Adjust the Head Restraints Reclining the seat-back too far Improperly positioning head can result in serious injury or restraints reduces their death in a crash. effectiveness and you can be seriously injured in a crash. Adjust the seat-back to an upright position, and sit well Make sure head restraints are...
Page 17: Fasten And Position The Seat Belts
Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Adults and Teens Fasten and Position the Seat This spreads the forces of a crash over the strongest bones in your Belts Insert the latch plate into the buckle, upper body. then tug on the belt to make sure the belt is securely latched.
Page 18: Maintain A Proper Sitting Position
Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Adults and Teens Never place the shoulder portion of a Maintain a Proper Sitting RELEASE BUTTONS lap/shoulder belt under your arm or Position This could cause After all occupants have adjusted behind your back. very serious injuries in a crash.
Page 19: Advice For Pregnant Women
Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Adults and Teens In addition, an occupant who is out of Advice for Pregnant Women When driving, remember to sit upright and adjust the seat as far position in the front seat can be seriously or fatally injured in a crash back as possible while allowing full by striking interior parts of the...
Page 20: Additional Safety Precautions
Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Adults and Teens Additional Safety Precautions Keep your hands and arms away Two people should never use the from the airbag covers. If your If they do, they hands or arms are close to an same seat belt.
Page 21: Seat Belt System Components
Main Menu Table of Contents Additional Information About Your Seat Belts Seat Belt System Components Lap/Shoulder Belt restrain your body. Your seat belt system includes lap/ The lap and shoulder belt goes over shoulder belts in all five seating your shoulder, across your chest, The seat belts in all positions except positions.
Page 22: Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners
Main Menu Table of Contents Additional Information About Your Seat Belts The tensioners are designed to Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners Seat Belt Maintenance activate primarily in frontal collisions, For safety, you should check the and they should activate in any condition of your seat belts regularly.
Page 23: Additional Information About Your Seat Belts
Main Menu Table of Contents Additional Information About Your Seat Belts If a seat belt is worn during a crash, it must be replaced by the dealer. A belt that has been worn during a Not checking or maintaining crash may not provide the same level seat belts can result in serious of protection in a subsequent crash.
Page 24: Additional Information About Your Airbags
Main Menu Table of Contents Additional Information About Your Airbags A sophisticated electronic system Airbag System Components Automatic seat belt tensioners Your airbag system includes: (see page that continually monitors and records information about the Two SRS (Supplemental Restraint Sensors that can detect a sensors, the control unit, the System) front airbags.
Page 25: How Your Front Airbags Work
Main Menu Table of Contents Additional Information About Your Airbags How Your Front Airbags Work During a frontal crash, your seat belt restrains your lower body and torso, and the airbag helps protect your head and chest. Although both airbags normally inflate within a split second of each other, it is possible for only one airbag to deploy.
Page 26 Main Menu Table of Contents Additional Information About Your Airbags The total time for inflation and Dual-Stage Airbags Dual-Threshold Airbags deflation is one-tenth of a second, so Your front airbags are dual-stage Your front airbags are also dual- fast that most occupants are not airbags.
Page 27: How Your Side Airbags Work
Main Menu Table of Contents Additional Information About Your Airbags How Your Side Airbags Work To get the best protection from the If the Side Airbag Off Indicator side airbags, front seat occupants comes on (see page ), have the should wear their seat belts and sit passenger sit upright.
Page 28: How Your Side Curtain Airbags Work
Main Menu Table of Contents Additional Information About Your Airbags If the impact is on the passenger’s How Your Side Curtain Airbags How the SRS Indicator Works Work side, the passenger’s side curtain The SRS indicator alerts airbag will inflate even if there are no you to a potential problem occupants on that side of the vehicle.
Page 29: How The Side Airbag Off Indicator Works
Main Menu Table of Contents Additional Information About Your Airbags If you see any of these indications, How the Side Airbag Off Airbag Service the airbags and seat belt tensioners Your airbag systems are virtually Indicator Works may not work properly when you U.S.
Page 30: Additional Safety Precautions
Main Menu Table of Contents Additional Information About Your Airbags Additional Safety Precautions Do not cover or replace front seat- Do not attempt to deactivate your back covers without consulting Together, airbags and Improperly replacing airbags. your dealer. seat belts provide the best or covering front seat-back covers protection.
Page 31: All Children Must Be Restrained
Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Children General Guidelines All Children Must Be Restrained Each year, many children are injured or killed in vehicle crashes because Children who are unrestrained they are either unrestrained or not or improperly restrained can be properly restrained.
Page 32: The Passenger's Front Airbag
Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Children General Guidelines All Children Should Sit in a Back The Passenger’s Front Airbag Small Children Seat Poses Serious Risks Placing a forward-facing child seat in According to accident statistics, Front airbags have been designed to the front seat of a vehicle equipped children of all ages and sizes are help protect adults in a moderate to...
Page 33: General Guidelines
Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Children General Guidelines To remind you of the passenger’s U.S. Models DASHBOARD front airbag hazards, and that SUN VISOR children must be properly restrained in a back seat, your vehicle has warning labels on the dashboard (U.S.
Page 34: If You Must Drive With Several Children
Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Children General Guidelines If You Must Drive with Several If a Child Requires Close If a child requires close physical Children Attention attention or frequent visual Your vehicle has a back seat where Many parents say they prefer to put contact, we strongly recommend children can be properly restrained.
Page 35: Additional Safety Precautions
Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Children General Guidelines Additional Safety Precautions Use childproof door locks to Lock all doors and the trunk when Never hold an infant or child on prevent children from opening the your vehicle is not in use. Children If you are not wearing a This can prevent children...
Page 36: Protecting Infants And Small Children
Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Infants and Small Children Two types of seats may be used: a Protecting Infants Child Seat Placement seat designed exclusively for infants, A rear-facing child seat can be placed or a convertible seat used in the rear- in any seating position in the back facing, reclining mode.
Page 37: Protecting Small Children
Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Infants and Small Children In any situation, we strongly Protecting Small Children We also recommend that a small recommend that you install the child child uses the child seat as long as seat directly behind the front possible, until the child reaches the passenger’s seat, move the seat as weight or height limit for the seat.
Page 38: Selecting A Child Seat
Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Infants and Small Children, Selecting a Child Seat If it is necessary to put a forward- In seating positions and vehicles not Selecting a Child Seat facing child seat in the front, move When buying a child seat, you need equipped with LATCH, a LATCH- the vehicle seat as far to the rear as to choose either a conventional child...
Page 39: Installing A Child Seat
Main Menu Table of Contents Selecting a Child Seat, Installing a Child Seat Installing a Child Seat movement can be expected and The child seat should fit the After selecting a proper child seat, vehicle seating position (or should not reduce the child seat’s and a good place to install the seat, effectiveness.
Page 40: Installing A Child Seat With Latch
Main Menu Table of Contents Installing a Child Seat Installing a Child Seat with 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 41 Main Menu Table of Contents Installing a Child Seat Push and pull the child seat TETHER STRAP HOOK forward and from side to side to verify that it is secure. Flexible type TETHER ANCHORAGE POINTS Other LATCH-compatible seats Lift the head restraint (see page have a flexible-type connection as ), then route the tether strap shown above.
Page 42 Main Menu Table of Contents 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.
Page 43 Main Menu Table of Contents Installing a Child Seat To deactivate the locking mechanism and remove a child seat, unlatch the buckle, unroute the seat belt, and let the belt fully retract. After confirming that the belt is Push and pull the child seat locked, grab the shoulder part of forward and from side to side to the belt near the buckle and pull...
Page 44 Main Menu Table of Contents Installing a Child Seat Installing a Child Seat with a Using an Outer Anchor Using the Center Anchor Tether TETHER STRAP HOOK TETHER STRAP HOOK TETHER ANCHORAGE POINTS Outer TETHER ANCHORAGE POINT Center TETHER ANCHORAGE POINT COVER After properly securing the child After properly securing the child...
Page 45: Protecting Larger Children
Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Larger Children When a child reaches the Checking Seat Belt Fit recommended weight or height limit for a forward-facing child seat, the Allowing a child age 12 or under child should sit in a back seat on a to sit in front can result in injury booster seat and wear a lap/shoulder or death if the passenger’s front...
Page 46 Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Larger Children Does the shoulder belt cross Booster seats can be high-back or Using a Booster Seat between the child’s neck and arm? low-back. Whichever style you select, make sure the booster meets federal Is the lap part of the belt as low as safety standards (see page ) and...
Page 47: When Can A Larger Child Sit In Front
Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Larger Children When Can a Larger Child Sit in Of course, children vary widely. And If you decide that a child can safely while age may be one indicator of ride up front, be sure to: Front The National Highway Traffic Safety when a child can safely ride in front,...
Page 48: Additional Safety Precautions
Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Larger Children Additional Safety Precautions Do not put any accessories on a Do not let a child wear a seat belt seat belt. Devices intended to This could result improve a child’s comfort or across the neck.
Page 49: Carbon Monoxide Hazard
Main Menu Table of Contents Carbon Monoxide Hazard Your vehicle’s exhaust contains With the trunk open, airflow can pull carbon monoxide gas. You should exhaust gas into your vehicle’s have no problem with carbon interior and create a hazardous Carbon monoxide gas is toxic. monoxide entering the vehicle in Breathing it can cause condition.
Page 50: Safety Labels
Main Menu Table of Contents Safety Labels These labels are in the locations DASHBOARD RADIATOR CAP shown. They warn you of potential U.S. models only hazards that could cause serious injury. Read these labels carefully. If a label comes off or becomes hard to read, contact your dealer for a replacement.
Page 51 Main Menu Table of Contents Safety Labels SUN VISOR DOORJAMBS U.S. models U.S. models Canadian models Canadian models On cars with side curtain airbags U.S. models Canadian models...
Page 52: Seat Belts, Srs, And Child Protection Instruments And Controls
Main Menu Instruments and Controls This section gives information about Outside Temperature Display . Emergency Trunk Opener ..the controls and displays that Trip Meter ........Trunk Main Switch ..... contribute to the daily operation of Temperature Gauge ....Seat Heaters ........
Page 53: Control Locations
Main Menu Table of Contents Control Locations DIGITAL CLOCK (P.141) INDICATORS (P.53) GAUGES (P.60) MIRROR CONTROLS (P.88) AUDIO SYSTEM (P.112) DOOR LOCK SWITCH (P.75) HEATING/COOLING CONTROLS POWER WINDOW (P.100) SWITCHES (P.89) AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION (P.170) MANUAL TRANSMISSION (P.168) TRUNK RELEASE HANDLE (P.80) FUEL FILL DOOR RELEASE (P.154)
Page 54: Instrument Panel
Main Menu Table of Contents Instrument Panel DOOR AND TRUNK OPEN MONITOR LOW OIL PRESSURE INDICATOR (P.54) (P.56) IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM INDICATOR (P.59) CRUISE CONTROL INDICATOR LIGHTS ON INDICATOR (P.57) (P.59) HIGH BEAM INDICATOR (P.58) CRUISE MAIN INDICATOR (P.59) VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST (VSA) SYSTEM INDICATOR (P.56) VSA ACTIVATION...
Page 55: Instrument Panel Lights
Main Menu Table of Contents Instrument Panel Lights The instrument panel has many Low Oil Pressure U.S. Canada indicators to give you important Indicator information about your vehicle. The engine can be severely damaged if this indicator flashes or stays on Parking Brake and Brake Seat Belt Reminder Light when the engine is running.
Page 56 Main Menu Table of Contents Instrument Panel Lights Supplemental Restraint Anti-lock Brake System Canada U.S. System Indicator Side Airbag Off (ABS) Indicator This indicator comes on briefly when Indicator This indicator normally comes on for you turn the ignition switch to ON This indicator comes on when you a few seconds when you turn the (II).
Page 57 Main Menu Table of Contents Instrument Panel Lights Vehicle Stability Assist VSA Activation Indicator Door and Trunk Open Monitor (VSA) System Indicator This indicator normally comes on for This indicator has three functions: a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to ON (II).
Page 58 Main Menu Table of Contents Instrument Panel Lights Turn Signal and Lights On Indicator Low Fuel Indicator Hazard Warning Indicators This indicator reminds you that the The left or right turn signal indicator exterior lights are on. It comes on blinks when you signal a lane change when the light switch is in either the or turn.
Page 59 Main Menu Table of Contents Instrument Panel Lights Security System Indicator ‘‘Daytime Running High Beam Indicator Lights’’ Indicator SECURITY SYSTEM INDICATOR This indicator comes on with the Canadian models only This indicator comes on when you high beam headlights. For more turn the ignition switch to ON (II) information, see page with the headlight switch off and the...
Page 60 Main Menu Table of Contents Instrument Panel Lights Cruise Control Main Cruise Control Indicator Immobilizer System Indicator Indicator This indicator comes on when you This indicator comes on when you This indicator comes on for a few turn on the cruise control system by set the cruise control.
Page 61: Gauges
Main Menu Table of Contents Gauges The temperature sensor is in the OUTSIDE TEMPERATURE INDICATOR TRIP METER front bumper. Therefore, the TACHOMETER ODOMETER SPEEDOMETER temperature reading can be affected by heat reflection from the road FUEL GAUGE TEMPERATURE surface, engine heat, and the GAUGE exhaust from surrounding traffic.
Page 62: Trip Meter
Main Menu Table of Contents Gauges Select the outside temperature Trip Meter Temperature Gauge display, then press the Select/Reset This meter shows the number of This shows the temperature of the knob for 10 seconds. The following miles (U.S.) or kilometers (Canada) engine’s coolant.
Page 63: Fuel Gauge
Main Menu Table of Contents Gauges Fuel Gauge appears again. To clear, press and Maintenance Required Indicator This shows how much fuel you have. hold the Trip/Reset button until the It may show slightly more or less message is replaced by the than the actual amount.
Page 64 Main Menu Table of Contents Gauges For the first 8,000 miles (12,800 km) Your dealer will reset this indicator SELECT/RESET KNOB after the Maintenance Required after completing the scheduled Indicator is reset, it will come on for maintenance. If this maintenance is 2 seconds when you turn the ignition done by someone other than your switch to ON (II).
Page 65: Controls Near The Steering Wheel
Main Menu Table of Contents Controls Near the Steering Wheel HEADLIGHTS/TURN SIGNALS INSTRUMENT PANEL BRIGHTNESS WINDSHIELD WIPERS/WASHERS (P. 66) (P. 68) (P. 65) HAZARD WARNING BUTTON (P. 69) REMOTE AUDIO CRUISE CONTROLS CONTROLS (P. 143) (P. 139) REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER (P.
Page 66: Wipers And Washers
Main Menu Table of Contents Wipers and Washers Push the right lever up or down to The wipers run at low speed. Windshield Wiper select a position. The wipers run at high speed. MIST The wipers run at high speed until you release the lever. Pull the Windshield Washer wiper control lever toward you and...
Page 67: Turn Signal And Headlights
Main Menu Table of Contents Turn Signal, Headlights Turn Signal and Headlights Turn Signal Push down on the Headlights Turning the switch left lever to signal a left turn and up on the left lever to the position to signal a right turn. To signal a lane turns on the parking lights, taillights, change, push lightly on the lever in instrument panel lights, side-marker...
Page 68: Automatic Lighting Off Feature
Main Menu Table of Contents Headlights, Automatic Lighting Off Feature To turn on the high If you remove the key from the High Beams Automatic Lighting Off Feature beams, push the lever forward until This feature turns off the headlights, ignition switch with the headlight you hear a click.
Page 69: Daytime Running Lights
Main Menu Table of Contents Daytime Running Lights, Instrument Panel Brightness Daytime Running Lights Instrument Panel Brightness Adjust the brightness to the desired level with the headlight switch off, (Canadian Models) With the headlight switch off, the and also with the headlight switch on. high beam headlights and the high beam indicator come on with To reduce glare at night, the...
Page 70: Hazard Warning
Main Menu Table of Contents Hazard Warning, Rear Window Defogger Hazard Warning Rear Window Defogger Without navigation With navigation Push the button between the center Make sure the rear window is clear The rear window defogger will clear vents to turn on the hazard warning and you have good visibility before fog, frost, and thin ice from the lights (four-way flashers).
Page 71: Steering Wheel Adjustment
Main Menu Table of Contents Steering Wheel Adjustment Make any steering wheel adjustment Push the lever up to lock the before you start driving. steering wheel in that position. Make sure you have securely locked the steering wheel in place Adjusting the steering wheel by trying to move it up, down, in, and out.
Page 72: Keys And Locks
Main Menu Table of Contents Keys and Locks You should have received a key Do not drop the keys or set heavy MASTER VALET KEY number tag with your keys. You will objects on them. NUMBER (LIGHT GREY) need this key number if you ever (BLACK) have to get a lost key replaced.
Page 73: Immobilizer System
Main Menu Table of Contents Immobilizer System The Immobilizer System protects If the system repeatedly does not As required by the FCC: your vehicle from theft. If an recognize the coding of your key, This device complies with Part 15 of the improperly-coded key (or other contact your dealer.
Page 74: Ignition Switch
Main Menu Table of Contents Ignition Switch You can insert or You can LOCK (0) ACCESSORY (I) remove the key only in this position. operate the audio system and the To turn the key, the shift lever must accessory power sockets in this be in Park, and you must push the position.
Page 75: Door Locks
Main Menu Table of Contents Ignition Switch, Door Locks You will hear a reminder beeper if Door Locks To lock any passenger’s door when you leave the key in the ignition getting out of the vehicle, push the LOCK TAB switch in the LOCK (0) or lock tab down and close the door.
Page 76 Main Menu Table of Contents Door Locks You can open or close the windows Power Door Locks by using the key in the driver’s door MASTER DOOR LOCK SWITCH (see page bottom Lockout Prevention With the driver’s door open and the key in the ignition, both door lock switches are disabled.
Page 77: Childproof Door Locks
Main Menu Table of Contents Childproof Door Locks, Remote Transmitter Childproof Door Locks Remote Transmitter You can open and close all power windows from outside the vehicle LOCK with the key. With the remote BUTTON transmitter, you can open the windows.
Page 78 Main Menu Table of Contents Remote Transmitter You cannot lock the doors with the Press this button for PANIC Remote Transmitter Care remote transmitter if any door is not about 1 second to attract attention; Avoid dropping or throwing the fully closed or the key is in the the horn will sound and the exterior transmitter.
Page 79 Main Menu Table of Contents Remote Transmitter Replacing the Transmitter Battery If it takes several pushes on the button to lock or unlock the doors, replace the battery as soon as possible. BATTERY Battery type: CR2025 To replace the battery: Remove the old battery and note the polarity.
Page 80 Main Menu Table of Contents Remote Transmitter 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 operation.
Page 81: Trunk
Main Menu Table of Contents Trunk Pull TRUNK RELEASE BUTTON TRUNK RELEASE LEVER MASTER KEY You can open the trunk in any of To close the trunk, press down on To protect items in the trunk when three ways: the trunk lid. you need to give the key to someone else: Pull up on the trunk release lever...
Page 82: Emergency Trunk Opener
Main Menu Table of Contents Trunk To open the trunk, push the release Emergency Trunk Opener Trunk Main Switch lever to the left. Parents should decide if their children should be shown how to use this feature. As a safety feature, your vehicle has To protect items in the trunk, you a release lever on the trunk latch so can disable the trunk-release lever...
Page 83: Seat Heaters
Main Menu Table of Contents Seat Heaters After the seat reaches a comfortable Follow these precautions whenever temperature, select LO by pushing you use the seat heaters: the back of the switch. This will keep the seat warm. Use the HI setting only to heat the seats quickly, because it draws In HI, the heater turns off when the large amounts of current from the...
Page 84: Seat
Main Menu Table of Contents Seats Power Seat Adjustment Driver’s Lumbar Support See pages for important safety information and warnings about how to properly position seats and seat-backs. The controls for the adjustable driver’s power seat are on the outside edge of the seat bottom. You can adjust the power seat with the ignition switch in any position.
Page 85: Head Restraints
Main Menu Table of Contents Seats Head Restraints They are most effective when you adjust them so the back of the occupant’s head rests against the center of the restraint. The front and rear head restraints adjust for height. You need both hands to adjust the restraint.
Page 86: Folding Rear Seat
Main Menu Table of Contents Seats Folding Rear Seat GUIDE MASTER KEY The back of the rear seat folds down, When storing cargo, you can move To release the seat-back from inside giving you direct access to the trunk. the rear center shoulder belt out of the trunk, pull the release loop under The seat-back can be released from the way by removing the belt from...
Page 87 Main Menu Table of Contents Seats Make sure all rear shoulder belts are Never drive with the seat-back positioned in front of the rear seat- folded down and the trunk lid open. back whenever the seat-back is in its Carbon Monoxide Hazard upright position.
Page 88: Mirrors
Main Menu Table of Contents Mirrors The inside mirror can automatically OFF BUTTON INDICATOR darken to reduce glare. To turn on this feature, press the AUTO button on the bottom of the mirror. The indicator comes on as a reminder. When it is on, the mirror darkens when it senses the headlights of a vehicle behind you, then returns to...
Page 89: Adjusting The Power Mirrors
Main Menu Table of Contents Mirrors Adjusting the Power Mirrors Push or pull the adjustment knob Power Mirror Heaters right, left, up, or down to move the HEATED MIRROR BUTTON mirror. When you finish, turn the adjustment knob to the center (off) position.
Page 90: Power Windows
Main Menu Table of Contents Power Windows To open the driver’s AUTO window, push the window switch firmly down, then release it. To stop Closing a power window on the window from going all the way someone’s hands or fingers can down, pull back on the window cause serious injury.
Page 91 Main Menu Table of Contents Power Windows To open or close the driver’s window AUTO REVERSE If the driver’s If your vehicle’s battery is window senses any obstacle while it disconnected or goes dead, or the partially, push down or pull back on the window switch lightly and hold it.
Page 92: Power Window Control Operations
Main Menu Table of Contents Power Windows The power window system has a key- Power Window Control UNLOCK BUTTON off delay function. The windows will Operations still operate for up to 10 minutes Opening the Windows with the after you turn off the ignition switch. Remote Transmitter Opening either front door cancels You can open all of the windows...
Page 93: Moonroof
Main Menu Table of Contents Power Windows, Moonroof Turn the key clockwise again, and Moonroof To tilt up the back of the moonroof, hold it. All four windows start to press and hold the center button open. To stop the windows, ).
Page 94: Parking Brake
Main Menu Table of Contents Moonroof, Parking Brake The moonroof has a key-off delay Parking Brake function. You can still open and close the moonroof for up to 10 minutes Driving the vehicle with the parking after you turn off the ignition switch. brake applied can damage the rear The key-off delay function cancels as brakes and hubs.
Page 95: Sun Visor
Main Menu Table of Contents Sun Visor, Vanity Mirror Sun Visor Vanity Mirror The lights come on when you pull up the cover. To use the sun visor, pull it down. To use a vanity mirror on the back of You can also use the sun visor at the the sun visor, pull up the cover.
Page 96: Interior Lights
Main Menu Table of Contents Interior Lights Push on the spotlight lenses to turn Ceiling Light the light on and off. DOOR ACTIVATED DOOR ACTIVATED Individual Interior Lights The courtesy lights in the front doors and around the ignition switch come on when you open any door.
Page 97: Interior Convenience Items
Main Menu Table of Contents Interior Convenience Items CENTER POCKET CONSOLE COMPARTMENT/ FRONT DOOR POCKET/ ACCESSORY POWER SOCKET BEVERAGE HOLDER UTILITY POCKET/ ACCESSORY POWER SOCKET GLOVE BOX BEVERAGE HOLDERS CENTER ARMREST/ BEVERAGE HOLDERS TRUNK SEAT-BACK POCKETS...
Page 98: Beverage Holders
Main Menu Table of Contents Interior Convenience Items Beverage Holders Console Compartment Be careful when you are using the beverage holders. A spilled liquid that is very hot can scald you or your passengers. Liquid can also spill from the door pocket beverage holders when you close the doors.
Page 99: Sunglasses Holder
Main Menu Table of Contents Interior Convenience Items Sunglasses Holder Glove Box An open glove box can cause serious injury to your passenger in a crash, even if the passenger is wearing the seat belt. Always keep the glove box closed while driving.
Page 100: Indicators, Gauges, Dashboard, And Steering Column Features
Main Menu Features Your Acura has an anti-theft audio Vents, Heating, and A/C ..... Playing the XM Satellite system that requires a code number Dual Temperature Control ..Radio ........to enable it. Climate Control Sensors ....Satellite Digital Radio ....
Page 101: Vents, Heating, And A/C
Main Menu Table of Contents Vents, Heating, and A/C Without Navigation System TEMPERATURE DISPLAY FAN CONTROL BAR A/C BUTTON MODE BUTTON FAN SPEED INDICATOR TEMPERATURE CONTROL BAR TEMPERATURE (PASSENGER’S SIDE) CONTROL BAR (DRIVER’S SIDE) AUTO BUTTON OFF BUTTON REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER BUTTON DUAL BUTTON WINDSHIELD...
Page 102 Main Menu Table of Contents Vents, Heating, and A/C With Navigation System TEMPERATURE DISPLAY AIR CONDITIONING ICONS TEMPERATURE TEMPERATURE CONTROL BAR CONTROL BAR (PASSENGER’S SIDE) (DRIVER’S SIDE) RECIRCULATION BUTTON AUTO BUTTON WINDSHIELD OFF BUTTON DEFROST BUTTON DUAL BUTTON REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER BUTTON A/C BUTTON MODE ICONS...
Page 103 Main Menu Table of Contents Vents, Heating, and A/C What Each Control Does With the navigation system, you can Press the DUAL button. The See pages for Automatic manually select the fan speed by indicator will come on. The driver Climate Control and Manual pressing the A/C button next to the and passenger can each select the...
Page 104 Main Menu Table of Contents Vents, Heating, and A/C Air Conditioning (A/C) Button Recirculation Button Rear Window Defogger Button On vehicles without the navigation When the recirculation indicator is This button turns the rear window system, press the A/C button to turn on, air from the vehicle’s interior is defogger off and on (see page on the A/C.
Page 105 Main Menu Table of Contents Vents, Heating, and A/C Mode Control When you select Ventilation Use the mode control buttons or the system automatically switches to The flow-through ventilation system icons to select the vents the air flows Fresh Air mode and turns on the draws in outside air, circulates it from.
Page 106 Main Menu Table of Contents Vents, Heating, and A/C Using the Heater Using the A/C With Navigation System The heater uses engine coolant to Air conditioning places an extra load Press the A/C button, the Manual warm the air. If the engine is cold, it on the engine.
Page 107 Main Menu Table of Contents Vents, Heating, and A/C Dehumidify the Interior To Defog and Defrost To Remove Exterior Frost or Ice Air conditioning, as it cools, removes To remove fog from the inside of the From the Windows moisture from the air. When used in windows: Select .
Page 108 Main Menu Table of Contents Vents, Heating, and A/C Press the AUTO button. The system automatically selects the Automatic Climate Control The automatic climate control Without Navigation System: Set the proper mix of conditioned and/or system adjusts the fan speed and desired temperature by pressing heated air to raise or lower the airflow levels to maintain the interior...
Page 109 Main Menu Table of Contents Vents, Heating, and A/C Manual Operation To Turn Everything Off If you press OFF, the Climate You can manually select various Press the OFF button. However, a Control system shuts off completely. functions of the automatic climate lack of airflow can cause the Keep the system completely off control system when it is in AUTO.
Page 110: Dual Temperature Control
Main Menu Table of Contents Dual Temperature Control Your vehicle has two temperature Without Navigation System control bars, one for the driver, and one for the passenger. The driver’s side and the passenger’s side can be controlled independently TEMPERATURE TEMPERATURE by adjusting these dials or buttons CONTROL BAR CONTROL BAR...
Page 111 Main Menu Table of Contents Dual Temperature Control To set the driver’s side temperature to a different value than the passenger’s, press the DUAL button, then press the temperature control DRIVER’S SIDE PASSENGER’S SIDE bars ( side) on the driver’s side.
Page 112: Climate Control Sensors
Main Menu Table of Contents Climate Control Sensors Sunlight Sensor/Temperature Sensor SUNLIGHT SENSOR TEMPERATURE SENSOR 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.
Page 113: Playing The Radio
Main Menu Table of Contents Playing the Radio Without Navigation System AM/FM BUTTON STEREO INDICATOR A. SEL INDICATOR A. SEL BUTTON SEEK/SKIP BAR SCAN BUTTON PWR/VOL KNOB PRESET BUTTONS TUNE/SOUND KNOB...
Page 114 Main Menu Table of Contents Playing the Radio With Navigation System UPPER DISPLAY PRESET ICONS SCAN ICON AUTO SELECT ICON PWR/VOL KNOB TUNE/SOUND KNOB SEEK/SKIP BAR SCAN BUTTON AUDIO DISPLAY BUTTON AM/FM BUTTON...
Page 115: To Play The Radio
Main Menu Table of Contents Playing the Radio To Play the Radio To Select a Station SCAN The SCAN function The ignition switch must be in the You can use any of five methods to samples all stations with strong ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) position.
Page 116 Main Menu Table of Contents Playing the Radio Each preset button or icon Pick the preset number (1 The preset frequencies will be lost if Preset can store one frequency on AM, and you want for that station. Press your vehicle’s battery goes dead, is two frequencies on FM.
Page 117 Main Menu Table of Contents Playing the Radio AUTO SELECT If you are If you do not like the stations Auto traveling far from home and can no Select has stored, you can store longer receive your preset stations, other frequencies on the preset you can use the auto select feature to buttons or icons.
Page 118: Adjusting The Sound
Main Menu Table of Contents Playing the Radio The system will automatically return Adjusting the Sound For Vehicles without Navigation System Press the SOUND button or icon, or Each mode is shown in the display as the display to the selected audio press the TUNE knob repeatedly to it changes.
Page 119: Radio Frequencies
Main Menu Table of Contents Playing the Radio Radio Frequencies 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 frequen- as the distance from the station’s cies: transmitter, nearby large objects, and atmospheric conditions.
Page 120 Main Menu Table of Contents Playing the Radio 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...
Page 121: Playing A Cd
Main Menu Table of Contents Playing a CD Without Navigation System CD BUTTON CD LOAD INDICATOR REPEAT BUTTON RANDOM BUTTON LOAD BUTTON CD SLOT EJECT BUTTON...
Page 122 Main Menu Table of Contents Playing a CD With Navigation System UPPER DISPLAY TRACK REPEAT ICON DISC REPEAT ICON CH DISC ICONS RANDOM ICON CD LOAD INDICATOR EJECT BUTTON LOAD BUTTON SEEK/SKIP BAR CH DISC BAR SCAN BUTTON AUDIO DISPLAY BUTTON CD/AUX BUTTON CD SLOT...
Page 123: Playing A Cd, Cd Changer
Main Menu Table of Contents Playing a CD, CD Changer To Play a CD To play the radio when a CD is For vehicles with Satellite Radio To load or play CDs, the ignition To listen to satellite radio when a CD playing, press the AM/FM button.
Page 124 Main Menu Table of Contents Playing a CD, CD Changer Press the LOAD button until you You can also load a CD into an empty To select a different disc, press an hear a beep and see ‘‘LOAd’’ in the position while a CD is playing.
Page 125 Main Menu Table of Contents Playing a CD, CD Changer For Vehicles without Navigation System RANDOM Press to play the For Vehicles with Navigation System Push the tracks in random order. You will see SEEK/SKIP To use the controls, press the play the next track on the disc.
Page 126: To Stop Playing A Cd
Main Menu Table of Contents Playing a CD, CD Changer Touch the icon to DISC RPT Press the AM/FM or CD/AUX Removing CDs from the Changer continuously replay the current CD. button, or CD/AUX XM button to To remove the disc currently playing, Touch again to turn it off.
Page 127: Cd Changer Error Messages
Main Menu Table of Contents CD Changer Error Messages If you see an error message in the Error Message Cause Solution display while playing a CD, find the cause in the chart to the right. If you cannot clear the error message, take Press the CD eject button and pull out the CDs.
Page 128: Protecting Your Cds
Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Your CDs General Information Protecting CDs When using CD-R discs, use only When a CD is not being played, store high quality CDs labeled for audio it in its case to protect it from dust use.
Page 129: Playing A Tape
Main Menu Table of Contents Playing a Tape (Optional) Without Navigation System AM/FM BUTTON REPEAT INDICATOR REPEAT BUTTON CD/AUX BUTTON SEEK/SKIP BAR PWR/VOL KNOB PRESET BUTTONS...
Page 130 Main Menu Table of Contents Playing a Tape (Optional) With Navigation System REPEAT INDICATOR TAPE DIRECTION INDICATOR REPEAT ICON PLAY/PROG ICON NR ICON PWR/VOL KNOB SEEK/SKIP BAR CD/AUX BUTTON CH DISC BAR AM/FM BUTTON AUDIO DISPLAY BUTTON...
Page 131: To Play A Tape
Main Menu Table of Contents Playing a Tape (Optional) To Play a Tape Dolby noise reduction turns on To Stop Playing a Tape when you insert a tape. The The ignition switch must be in To remove the tape, press the ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II).
Page 132: Tape Search Functions
Main Menu Table of Contents Playing a Tape (Optional) Press the side to find Tape Search Functions SKIP If you see the error message Without Navigation System the beginning of the current song or ‘‘ ’’ on the display, press the FF/REW To rewind the tape, passage.
Page 133: Caring The Tape And Player
Main Menu Table of Contents Playing a Tape (Optional) Caring for the Tape and Player If you do not clean the tape player If the tape is loose, tighten it by The tape player picks up dirt and turning the hub with a pencil or your regularly, it may eventually become oxides from the tape.
Page 134: Satellite Digital Radio
Main Menu Table of Contents Playing the XM Satellite Radio Satellite Digital Radio without Navigation System with Navigation System U.S. Models only CATEGORY/CHANNEL MODE Your vehicle is capable of receiving INDICATOR XM Satellite Radio anywhere in the PWR/VOL PRESET ICONS United States except Hawaii, Alaska, SCAN BUTTON KNOB...
Page 135: To Play Xm Satellite Radio
Main Menu Table of Contents Playing the XM Satellite Radio To Play XM Satellite Radio DISP TUNE The ignition must be in the Turn the TUNE knob to change Vehicles with Navigation System ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) position. Press and release this button to channels.
Page 136 Main Menu Table of Contents Playing the XM Satellite Radio The scan function samples SEEK/SKIP (CATEGORY) SCAN For Vehicles with Navigation System SEEK/SKIP function selects the all channels for 5 seconds. To Once your XM channels are preset, various categories in XM, such as activate the function, push the SCAN pressing the CH DISC button will Jazz/Blues, Rock, Classical, etc.
Page 137: Satellite Radio Signals
Main Menu Table of Contents Playing the XM Satellite Radio Satellite Radio Signals Satellite radio receives signals from Signal may be two satellites to produce clear, high- blocked by quality digital reception. It offers mountains or many channels in several categories. large obstacles Along with a large selection of to the south.
Page 138 Main Menu Table of Contents Playing the XM Satellite Radio Depending on where you drive, you As required by the FCC: Receiving Satellite Radio Service may experience reception problems. Changes or modifications not expressly If your XM Radio service has expired Interference can be caused by any of approved by the party responsible for or you purchased your vehicle from...
Page 139 Main Menu Table of Contents Playing the XM Satellite Radio If you decide to purchase XM While awaiting activation, make sure Satellite Radio service, contact XM your vehicle remains in an open area Radio at , or at with good reception. Once your www.xmradio.com 1-800-852-9696.
Page 140: Steering Wheel Controls
Main Menu Table of Contents Steering Wheel Controls The VOL button adjusts the volume If you are playing a CD, the system MODE BUTTON up ( ) or down ( ). Press the top skips to the beginning of the next or bottom of the button and hold it track each time you press the top until the desired volume is reached,...
Page 141: Radio Theft Protection
Main Menu Table of Contents Radio Theft Protection Your vehicle’s audio system will If your vehicle’s battery is discon- digits the same way. nected or goes dead, the audio disable itself if it is disconnected from electrical power for any reason. system will disable itself.
Page 142: Setting The Clock
Main Menu Table of Contents Setting the Clock On models without Navigation System If your vehicle’s battery is disconnected or goes dead, you will DIGITAL CLOCK need to set the clock. Press and hold the TUNE/SOUND knob. Change the hours by pressing the until you hear a beep.
Page 143: Security System
Main Menu Table of Contents Security System The security system helps to protect With the system set, you can still SECURITY SYSTEM INDICATOR open the trunk with the master key your vehicle and valuables from theft. The horn sounds and a combination or the remote transmitter without of headlights, parking lights, side triggering the alarm.
Page 144: Cruise Control
Main Menu Table of Contents Cruise Control Cruise control allows you to maintain Press and release the DECEL/ Using the Cruise Control a set speed above 25 mph (40 km/h) SET button on the steering wheel. CRUISE CONTROL MASTER BUTTON without keeping your foot on the The CRUISE CONTROL light on accelerator pedal.
Page 145 Main Menu Table of Contents Cruise Control The cruise control may not hold the Push on the accelerator pedal. Ac- Tap the brake or clutch pedal set speed when you are going up and celerate to the desired cruising lightly with your foot. The down hills.
Page 146 Main Menu Table of Contents Cruise Control Pressing the Cruise Control Master Cancelling the Cruise Control Resuming the Set Speed You can cancel the cruise control in When you push the CANCEL button, Button turns the system off and any of these ways: or tap the brake or clutch pedal, the erases the previous cruising speed.
Page 147: Homelink Universal Transceiver
Main Menu Table of Contents HomeLink Universal Transceiver The HomeLink Universal HomeLink stores the code in a Important Safety Precautions Transceiver built into your vehicle permanent memory. There should Always refer to the opening can be programmed to operate up to be no need to retrain HomeLink if instructions and safety information three remote controlled devices...
Page 148 Main Menu Table of Contents HomeLink Universal Transceiver If you are training the second or Training HomeLink Before you begin If you just third buttons, go directly to step 1. received your vehicle and have not trained any of the buttons in Unplug the garage door opener HomeLink before, you should erase motor from the house current.
Page 149 Main Menu Table of Contents HomeLink Universal Transceiver If the button does not work, repeat Training With a Rolling Code this procedure to train it again. If it System still does not work, you may have a For security purposes, newer garage Canadian Owners: The remote control variable or rolling code garage...
Page 150 Main Menu Table of Contents HomeLink Universal Transceiver Make sure you have properly Press and hold the button on TRAINING BUTTON completed the ‘‘Training HomeLink for 3 to 4 seconds. HomeLink’’ procedure. Press and hold the HomeLink Find the ‘‘Training’’ button on your button again for 3 to 4 seconds.
Page 151 Main Menu Table of Contents HomeLink Universal Transceiver Erasing Codes Customer Assistance As required by the FCC: To erase the codes stored in all three If you have problems with training This device complies with Part 15 of the buttons, press and hold the two the HomeLink Wireless Control FCC rules.
Page 152: Climate, Audio, Steering Wheel, Security, Cruise Control, And Homelink Before Driving
Main Menu 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 Opening and Closing the luggage or packages.
Page 153 Main Menu Table of Contents Break-in Period, Fuel Recommendation Break-in Period Fuel Recommendation We recommend quality gasoline Help assure your vehicle’s future Your vehicle is designed to operate containing detergent additives that reliability and performance by paying on premium unleaded gasoline with a help prevent fuel system and engine extra attention to how you drive pump octane number of 91 or higher.
Page 154: Fuel Recommendation
Main Menu Table of Contents Fuel Recommendation Some gasoline today is blended with If you notice any undesirable For further important fuel-related oxygenates such as ethanol or operating symptoms, try another information, please refer to your MTBE. Your vehicle is designed to service station or switch to another Quick Start Guide.
Page 155 Main Menu Table of Contents Service Station Procedure Refueling Remove the fuel fill cap slowly. You may hear a hissing sound as pressure inside the tank escapes. Gasoline is highly flammable Push and explosive. You can be The fuel fill cap is attached to the fuel filler with a tether.
Page 156 Main Menu Table of Contents Service Station Procedure Screw the fuel fill cap back on Opening and Closing the Hood until it clicks at least three times. LATCH If you do not properly tighten the HOOD RELEASE HANDLE cap, the Malfunction Indicator Lamp may come on (see page Push the fuel fill door closed until it latches.
Page 157 Main Menu Table of Contents Service Station Procedure To Close the Hood: Lift it up slightly to remove the SUPPORT ROD support rod from the hole. Put the support rod back into its holding clip. Lower the hood to about a foot (30 cm) above the fender, then let it drop.
Page 158 Main Menu Table of Contents Service Station Procedure Wipe the dipstick with a clean Oil Check cloth or paper towel. Insert it all the way back in its hole. UPPER MARK LOWER MARK DIPSTICK (orange handle) Wait a few minutes after turning the Remove the dipstick again, and engine off before you check the oil.
Page 159 Main Menu Table of Contents Service Station Procedure Engine Coolant Check Refer to Owner’s Maintenance on page for information Checks RESERVE TANK about checking other items on your vehicle. Look at the coolant level in the radiator reserve tank. Make sure it is between the MAX and MIN lines.
Page 160: Fuel Economy
Main Menu Table of Contents Fuel Economy Always drive in the highest gear Improving Fuel Economy Always maintain your vehicle possible. according to the maintenance schedule. See Owner’s Try to maintain a constant speed. Maintenance Checks (see page Every time you slow down and speed up, your vehicle uses extra fuel.
Page 161: Accessories And Modifications
Main Menu Table of Contents Accessories and Modifications Modifying your vehicle, or installing Before installing any accessory: some non-Acura accessories, can make your vehicle unsafe. Before Make sure the accessory does not Improper accessories or you make any modifications or add modifications can affect your obscure any lights, or interfere any accessories, be sure to read the...
Page 162 Main Menu Table of Contents Accessories and Modifications Larger or smaller wheels and tires Modifying Your Vehicle Do not attach hard objects on or Removing parts from your vehicle, can interfere with the operation of near a front door. If a side airbag or replacing components with your vehicle’s anti-lock brakes and or a side curtain airbag (if...
Page 163: Carrying Cargo
Main Menu Table of Contents Carrying Cargo Your vehicle has several convenient storage areas: DOOR POCKET CENTER POCKET SEAT-BACK POCKET Glove box Door and seat-back pockets Trunk, including the back seats when folded down Center pocket Console compartment Roof-rack (if installed) However, carrying too much cargo, or improperly storing it, can affect your vehicle’s handling, stability,...
Page 164 Main Menu Table of Contents Carrying Cargo Steps for determining correct load Load Limits (850 750 (5 150) = 100 lbs.) The maximum load for your vehicle limit: is 850 lbs (395 kg). This figure Determine the combined weight includes the total weight of all Locate the statement, ‘‘the of luggage and cargo being loaded occupants, cargo, and accessories,...
Page 165 Main Menu Table of Contents Carrying Cargo In addition, the total weight of the If you carry large items that Carrying Items in the Passenger prevent you from closing the trunk vehicle, all passengers and Compartment accessories must not exceed the lid, exhaust gas can enter the Store or secure all items that could Gross Vehicle Weight Rating...
Page 166: Fuel, Vehicle Break-In, And Cargo Loading Driving
Main Menu Driving This section gives you tips on Preparing to Drive ......Towing a Trailer ......starting the engine under various Starting the Engine ....... conditions, and how to operate the Manual Transmission ....manual and automatic transmissions. Recommended Shift Points ..
Page 167: Preparing To Drive
Main Menu Table of Contents Preparing to Drive You should do the following checks Check the seat adjustment (see When you start the engine, check and adjustments before you drive pages the gauges and indicators in the your vehicle. instrument panel (see pages Check the adjustment of the Make sure all windows, mirrors, inside and outside mirrors (see...
Page 168: Starting The Engine
Main Menu Table of Contents Starting the Engine Apply the parking brake. Turn the ignition key to the If the engine fails to start, press START (III) position. Do not hold the accelerator pedal all the way In cold weather, turn off all the key in START (III) for more down and hold it there while electrical accessories to reduce...
Page 169: Manual Transmission
Main Menu Table of Contents Manual Transmission Come to a full stop before you shift into Reverse. You can damage the transmission by trying to shift into Rapid slowing or speeding-up Reverse with the vehicle moving. can cause loss of control on Push down the clutch pedal, and slippery surfaces.
Page 170 Main Menu Table of Contents Manual Transmission Recommended Shift Points Engine Speed Limiter Drive in the highest gear that lets If you exceed the maximum speed the engine run and accelerate for the gear you are in, the engine smoothly. This will give you the best speed will enter into the tachometer’s fuel economy and effective emis- red zone.
Page 171: Automatic Transmission
Main Menu Table of Contents Automatic Transmission Shift Lever Position Indicators If the malfunction indicator lamp To shift from any position, move the comes on along with the ‘‘D’’ shift lever. You cannot shift out of indicator, there is a problem in the Park when the ignition switch is in automatic transmission control LOCK (0) or ACCESSORY (I)
Page 172 Main Menu Table of Contents Automatic Transmission Press the brake This position is similar Park (P) This position mechani- Reverse (R) Drive (D ) cally locks the transmission. Use pedal and press the release button to to D, except only the first three Park whenever you are turning off or shift from Park to Reverse.
Page 173 Main Menu Table of Contents Automatic Transmission With Sequential SportShift Mode the shift lever in ‘‘D’’ position, you can select the Sequential SportShift Mode to shift gears; much like a manual transmission, but without a Up shift clutch pedal. To enter the Sequential SportShift mode, move the shift lever further to the driver’s side.
Page 174 Main Menu Table of Contents Automatic Transmission The transmission may automatically Downshifting gives you more power If the vehicle speed slows to below downshift from the higher gear to when climbing, and provides engine the redline of the selected lower gear the lower gear under the following braking when going down a steep hill.
Page 175 Main Menu Table of Contents Automatic Transmission Starting in Second Gear Engine Speed Limiter To shift from Speed range When you are in Sequential If you exceed the maximum speed SportShift mode, and the vehicle is for the gear you are in, the engine under 31 mph stopped, push forward on the shift speed will enter into the tachometer’s...
Page 176 Main Menu Table of Contents Automatic Transmission Insert the key in the Shift Lock Shift Lock Release COVER This allows you to move the shift Release slot. lever out of Park if the normal method of pushing on the brake pedal and pressing the release button does not work.
Page 177 Main Menu Table of Contents Automatic Transmission If you need to use the Shift Lock Release, it means your vehicle is developing a problem. Have the vehicle checked by your dealer. SHIFT LOCK RELEASE SLOT Push down on the key while you move the shift lever out of Park to Neutral.
Page 178 Main Menu Table of Contents Parking Always use the parking brake when If the vehicle is facing uphill, turn Parking Tips you park your vehicle. Make sure Make sure the moonroof and the the front wheels away from the the parking brake is set firmly or windows are closed.
Page 179: Braking System
Main Menu Table of Contents Braking System Your vehicle is equipped with disc Check the brakes after driving Braking System Design brakes at all four wheels. A power through deep water. Apply the The hydraulic system that operates assist helps reduce the effort needed brakes moderately to see if they feel the brakes has two separate circuits.
Page 180: Anti-Lock Brakes (Abs)
Main Menu Table of Contents Anti-lock Brakes (ABS) Anti-lock Brakes (ABS) Activating the Anti-lock Brakes ABS Indicator The anti-lock brake system (ABS) You will feel a pulsation in the brake If the ABS indicator comes on, the helps prevent the brakes from pedal when the ABS activates, and anti-lock function of the braking locking up, and helps you retain...
Page 181 Main Menu Table of Contents Anti-lock Brakes (ABS) A vehicle with ABS may require a Important Safety Reminders on loose or ABS does not reduce the time or longer distance to stop distance it takes to stop the uneven surfaces, such as gravel or vehicle.
Page 182: Vehicle Stability Assist (Vsa) System
Main Menu Table of Contents Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA) System The vehicle stability assist (VSA) VSA Activation Indicator VSA System Indicator system helps to stabilize the vehicle during cornering if the vehicle turns VSA SYSTEM INDICATOR more or less than desired. It also assists you in maintaining traction while accelerating on loose or slippery road surfaces.
Page 183 Main Menu Table of Contents Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA) System If the indicator does not come on VSA Off Switch VSA is turned on every time you when the ignition switch is turned to start the engine, even if you turned it VSA OFF SWITCH ON (II), there may be a problem off the last time you drove the...
Page 184: Towing A Trailer
Main Menu Table of Contents Towing a Trailer Your vehicle has been designed to Load Limits primarily carry passengers and their cargo. You can also use it to tow a trailer if you carefully observe the load limits, use the proper equipment, and follow the guidelines in this section.
Page 185 Main Menu Table of Contents Towing a Trailer To achieve a proper tongue load, Gross Axle Weight Rating Checking Loads start by loading 60 percent of the The best way to confirm that vehicle (GAWR): load toward the front of the trailer The maximum allowable weight of and trailer weights are within limits and 40 percent toward the rear, then...
Page 186 Main Menu Table of Contents Towing a Trailer Towing Equipment and Hitches Trailer Brakes Accessories Any hitch used on your vehicle must Acura recommends that any trailer Towing can require a variety of be properly bolted to the underbody. having a total weight of 1,000 lbs equipment, depending on the size of (450 kg) or more be equipped with your trailer, how it will be used, how...
Page 187 Main Menu Table of Contents Towing a Trailer Ask your trailer sales or rental Trailer Lights Additional Towing Equipment Trailer lights and equipment must Many states and Canadian provinces agency if any other items are comply with federal, state, and local require special outside mirrors when recommended or required for your regulations.
Page 188 Main Menu Table of Contents Towing a Trailer Your vehicle tires and spare are Pre-Tow Checklist Backing Up When preparing to tow, and before properly inflated (see page Always drive slowly and have driving away, be sure to check the and the trailer tires and spare are someone guide you when backing up.
Page 189 Main Menu Table of Contents Towing a Trailer Driving Safely With a Trailer If you must stop when facing uphill, Making Turns and Braking The added weight, length, and Make turns more slowly and wider use the foot brake or parking brake. height of a trailer will affect your than normal.
Page 190: Maintenance
Main Menu Maintenance This section explains why it is Maintenance Safety ...... Seat Belts ........important to keep your vehicle well Maintenance Schedule ....Floor Mats ........maintained and how to follow basic Servicing Your Vehicle .... Dust and Pollen Filter ....
Page 191: Maintenance Safety
Main Menu Table of Contents Maintenance Safety All service items not detailed in this section should be performed by a certified technician or other qualified Improperly maintaining this Failure to properly follow mechanic. vehicle or failing to correct a maintenance instructions and problem before driving can precautions can cause you to Important Safety Precautions...
Page 192: Maintenance Schedule
Main Menu Table of Contents Maintenance Schedule The maintenance schedule assumes Trailer towing, driving with a Which Schedule to Follow you will use your vehicle as normal Service your vehicle according to the loaded roof top carrier, or driving transportation for passengers and time and mileage periods on one of in mountainous conditions.
Page 193 Main Menu Table of Contents Maintenance Schedule Servicing Your Vehicle U.S. Vehicles: Engine oil level Check every Your authorized dealer knows your Maintenance, replacement, or time you fill the fuel tank. See vehicle best and can provide repair of emissions control page competent, efficient service.
Page 194 Main Menu Table of Contents Service the items listed at the indicated distance (or time, if given). Follow the Normal Maintenance miles x 1,000 Schedule if the severe driving km x 1,000 conditions specified in the Severe Check engine oil and coolant Check oil and coolant at each fuel stop Conditions Maintenance Schedule on Check tires...
Page 195 Main Menu Table of Contents Service the items listed at the indicated distance (or time, if given). miles x 1,000 km x 1,000 Replace spark plugs Inspect valve clearance Replace automatic transmission fluid Replace manual transmission fluid Inspect idle speed Every 160,000 miles (256,000 km) Replace engine coolant 120,000 miles (192,000 km) or 10 years, then every...
Page 196 Main Menu Table of Contents Service the items listed at the indicated distance (or time, if given). Follow the Severe Maintenance miles x 1,000 Schedule if you drive your vehicle km x 1,000 MAINLY under one or more of the Check engine oil and coolant Check oil and coolant at each fuel stop following conditions:...
Page 197 Main Menu Table of Contents Service the items listed at the indicated distance (or time, if given). miles x 1,000 km x 1,000 Replace spark plugs Inspect valve clearance Replace automatic transmission fluid Replace manual transmission fluid Inspect idle speed Every 160,000 miles (256,000 km) Replace engine coolant 120,000 miles (192,000 km) or 10 years, then every...
Page 198 Main Menu Table of Contents Maintenance Record (for Normal and Severe Schedules) You or the servicing dealer can record all completed maintenance here, whether you follow the schedule for normal conditions (pages 193 194 ) or severe conditions (pages 195 196 ).
Page 199: Maintenance Record
Main Menu Table of Contents Maintenance Record (for Normal and Severe Schedules) 41,250 mi Signature or dealer stamp mi/km 63,750 mi Signature or dealer stamp mi/km 66,000 km 102,000 km Date Date 45,000 mi mi/km 65,000 mi mi/km 72,000 km 104,000 km Date Date...
Page 200 Main Menu Table of Contents Maintenance Record (for Normal and Severe Schedules) 82,500 mi Signature or dealer stamp mi/km 101,250 mi Signature or dealer stamp mi/km 132,000 km 162,000 km Date Date 85,000 mi mi/km 105,000 mi mi/km 136,000 km 168,000 km Date Date...
Page 201 Main Menu Table of Contents Maintenance Record (for Normal and Severe Schedules) 123,750 mi Signature or dealer stamp mi/km 142,500 mi Signature or dealer stamp mi/km 198,000 km 228,000 km Date Date 125,000 mi mi/km 145,000 mi mi/km 200,000 km 232,000 km Date Date...
Page 202: Fluid Locations
Main Menu Table of Contents Fluid Locations BRAKE FLUID 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 COOLANT FLUID (Red cap) RESERVOIR...
Page 203: Adding Engine Oil
Main Menu Table of Contents Adding Engine Oil Install the engine oil fill cap, and Recommended Engine Oil ENGINE OIL FILL CAP tighten it securely. Wait a few Oil is a major contributor to your minutes, and recheck the oil level. engine’s performance and longevity.
Page 204 5W-30 oil is formulated for year- it meets the same requirements Honda Motor Oil in your vehicle for round protection of your Acura to given for a conventional motor oil, it optimum engine protection. Make...
Page 205: Changing The Oil And Filter
Main Menu Table of Contents Changing the Oil and Filter Always change the oil and filter OIL DRAIN BOLT according to the recommendations in the maintenance schedule. The oil and filter collect contaminants that can damage your engine if they are not removed regularly.
Page 206 Main Menu Table of Contents Changing the Oil and Filter Refill the engine with the recom- Turn off the engine, let it sit for OIL FILTER mended oil. several minutes, then check the oil level on the dipstick. If necessary, Engine oil change capacity add more oil.
Page 207: Windshield Washers
Main Menu Table of Contents Windshield Washers Check the level in the windshield LEVEL GAUGE washer reservoir at least monthly during normal use. Do not use engine antif reeze or a vinegar/water solution in the Check the reservoir’s fluid level by windshield washer reservoir.
Page 208: Engine Coolant
Main Menu Table of Contents Engine Coolant If Honda antifreeze/coolant is not Adding Engine Coolant available, you may use another major-brand non-silicate coolant as a Removing the radiator cap temporary replacement. Make sure it while the engine is hot can...
Page 209 Main Menu Table of Contents Engine Coolant The coolant level should be up to Pour coolant into the reserve tank. the base of the filler neck. Add Fill it to halfway between the MAX RADIATOR CAP coolant if it is low. and MIN marks.
Page 210: Transmission Fluid
Main Menu Table of Contents Transmission Fluid Remove the dipstick and check Automatic Transmission the fluid level. It should be between the upper and lower marks. If the level is below the lower mark, remove the fill plug and add fluid into the tube to bring it to the upper mark.
Page 211 Honda ATF-Z1 as soon as it is convenient. If you are not sure how to add fluid, contact your dealer.
Page 212 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 213: Brake And Clutch Fluid
Brake fluid reservoir (all models) replacement. Clutch fluid reservoir (manual transmission only) Using any non-Honda brake fluid can cause corrosion and decrease the life Replace the brake fluid according to of the system. Have the brake the recommendations in the system flushed and refilled with maintenance schedule.
Page 214 Main Menu Table of Contents Brake and Clutch Fluid, Power Steering Fluid Pour the fluid slowly and carefully Clutch Fluid Power Steering Fluid so you do not spill any. Clean up UPPER LEVEL any spills immediately; it could damage components in the engine compartment.
Page 215 Honda PSF as soon as possible. A low power steering fluid level can indicate a leak in the system. Check the fluid level frequently, and have the system inspected as soon as possible.
Page 216 Main Menu Table of Contents Lights Headlight Aiming Replacing a High Beam Headlight NOTE: Halogen headlight bulbs get The headlights were properly aimed Bulb very hot when lit. Oil, perspiration, or a when your vehicle was new. If you Your vehicle has two bulbs on each scratch on the glass can cause the bulb regularly carry heavy items in the side, four in total.
Page 217 Main Menu Table of Contents Lights Unclip the end of the hold-down FASTENER BULB RUBBER WEATHER SEAL wire from its slot. Pivot it out of the way and remove the bulb. Insert the new bulb into the hole, making sure the tabs are in their slots.
Page 218 Main Menu Table of Contents Lights Push the electrical connector onto Pull the bulb straight out of its Replacing the Front Side Marker/ the new bulb. Make sure it is Turn Signal Light Bulb socket. Push the new bulb straight connected securely.
Page 219 Main Menu Table of Contents Lights Replacing a Front Parking Light HOLDING CLIPS Bulb To change the bulb on the driver’s side, start the engine, turn the steering wheel all the way to the right, and turn off the engine. To change the bulb on the passenger’s side, turn the steering wheel to the left.
Page 220 Main Menu Table of Contents Lights Insert the socket back into the Replacing Rear Bulbs headlight assembly. Turn it (in Fenders) clockwise to lock it in place. Turn on the lights to test the new bulb. Put the inner fender cover in place. Install and lock each holding clip by pushing on the center.
Page 221 Main Menu Table of Contents Lights Replacing Rear Bulbs Remove the socket by turning it one-quarter turn counterclockwise. (in Trunk Lid) BULBS Pull the bulb straight out of its socket. Push the new bulb straight into the socket until it bottoms. SOCKETS TRIM CLIPS Open the trunk.
Page 222 Main Menu Table of Contents Lights Insert the socket back into the Reinstall the trunk lid trim. Make Replacing a High-mount Brake light assembly. Turn it clockwise sure it is installed under the edge Light Bulb to lock it in place. of the trunk lid seal.
Page 223 Main Menu Table of Contents Lights Side Turn Signal Light Rear License Plate Bulb Each outside mirror has side turn The license plate has two lights signal lights. The lights should be above it. The bulbs should be replaced by your Acura dealer. replaced by your Acura dealer.
Page 224 Main Menu Table of Contents Seat Belts, Floor Mats, Dust and Pollen Filter If you use aftermarket floor mats Seat Belts Floor Mats make sure they fit properly and that they can be used with the floor mat LOOP anchors. Do not put additional floor mats on top of the anchored mats.
Page 225: Wiper Blades
Main Menu Table of Contents Wiper Blades Check the condition of the wiper WIPER ARMS blades at least every six months. Look for signs of cracking in the rubber, or areas that are getting hard. Replace the blades if you find these signs, or if they leave streaks and unwiped areas when used.
Page 226 Main Menu Table of Contents Wiper Blades Slide the new wiper blade into the BLADE BLADE holder until the tabs lock. Slide the wiper blade assembly onto the wiper arm. Make sure it locks in place. Lower the wiper arm down against the windshield.
Page 227 Main Menu Table of Contents 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 228 Main Menu Table of Contents Tires If you check air pressures when the The compact spare tire pressure is: Recommended Tire Pressures tires are hot (driven for several The following chart shows the 60 psi (420 kPa , 4.2 kgf/cm ) miles), you will see readings 4 to 6 recommended cold tire pressures for psi (30 to 40 kPa, 0.3 to 0.4 kgf/cm )
Page 229 Main Menu Table of Contents Tires Tire Inspection Tire Maintenance INDICATOR LOCATION MARKS Every time you check inflation, you In addition to proper inflation, should also examine the tires for correct wheel alignment helps to damage, foreign objects, and wear. decrease tire wear.
Page 230 Main Menu Table of Contents Tires Move the tires to the positions Tire Rotation Replacing Tires and Wheels shown in the illustration each time Replace your tires with radial tires of Front Front they are rotated. If you purchase the same size, load range, speed directional tires, rotate only front-to- rating, and maximum cold tire back.
Page 231 Main Menu Table of Contents Tires If you ever replace a wheel, make Wheels and Tires Winter Driving Tires marked ‘‘M S’’ or ‘‘All sure that the wheel’s specifications Wheel: match those of the original wheels. Season’’ on the sidewall have an all- 17 x 7 JJ Replacement wheels are available at weather tread design suitable for...
Page 232 Main Menu Table of Contents Tires When installing cables, follow the Tire Chains Mount snow chains on your tires manufacturer’s instructions, and when required by driving conditions mount them as tight as you can. Using the wrong chains, or not or local laws.
Page 233: Checking The Battery
Main Menu Table of Contents Checking the Battery Check the terminals for corrosion (a If additional battery maintenance is TEST INDICATOR WINDOW white or yellowish powder). To needed, see your dealer or a remove it, cover the terminals with a qualified technician.
Page 234 Main Menu Table of Contents Checking the Battery, Vehicle Storage Fill the fuel tank. Vehicle Storage If you need to park your vehicle for an extended period (more than one Change the engine oil and filter. The battery gives off explosive month), there are several things you hydrogen gas during normal should do to prepare it for storage.
Page 235: Vehicle Storage
Main Menu Table of Contents Vehicle Storage Leave the parking brake off. Put Support the front wiper blade If you store your vehicle for 12 arms with a folded towel or rag so the transmission in Reverse months or longer, have your dealer (6-speed manual) or Park they do not touch the windshield.
Page 236: Schedules, Fluid Checking, Minor Services, And Vehicle Storage Taking Care Of The Unexpected
Main Menu 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 Your Engine Won’t Start ..gives you information about how to Nothing Happens or the safely evaluate the problem and what Starter Motor Operates...
Page 237: Compact Spare Tire
Main Menu Table of Contents Compact Spare Tire Use the compact spare tire as a Do not mount snow chains on the INDICATOR LOCATION MARK temporary replacement only. Get compact spare tire. your regular tire repaired or replaced, and put it back on your vehicle as Do not use the compact spare tire soon as you can.
Page 238: Changing A Flat Tire
Main Menu Table of Contents Changing a Flat Tire If you have a flat tire while driving, Turn on the hazard warning lights, TRUNK FLOOR stop in a safe place to change it. and turn the ignition switch to Drive slowly along the shoulder until LOCK (0).
Page 239 Main Menu Table of Contents Changing a Flat Tire Unscrew the wing bolt and take the spare tire out of the trunk. Loosen each wheel nut 1/2 turn with the wheel wrench. TOOL TRAY JACKING POINT Open the trunk. Raise the trunk Place the jack under the jacking floor by lifting up on the back edge.
Page 240 Main Menu Table of Contents Changing a Flat Tire Remove the wheel nuts and flat EXTENSION tire. Place the flat tire on the ground with the outside surface of the wheel facing up. BRAKE HUB WHEEL NUT WRENCH Use the extension and the wheel Before mounting the spare tire, nut wrench as shown to raise the wipe any dirt off the mounting...
Page 241 Main Menu Table of Contents Changing a Flat Tire Remove the center cap before WING BOLT storing the flat tire in the trunk well. Place the flat tire face down in the spare tire well. spare normal Remove the spacer cone from the tire tire wing bolt, turn it over, and put it...
Page 242 Main Menu Table of Contents Changing a Flat Tire, If the Engine Won’t Start If the Engine Won’t Start Nothing Happens or the Starter Diagnosing why the engine won’t Motor Operates Very Slowly start falls into two areas, depending When you turn the ignition switch to Loose items can fly around the on what you hear when you turn the START (III), you do not hear the...
Page 243 Main Menu Table of Contents If the Engine Won’t Start Turn the ignition switch to START The Starter Operates Normally Do you have fuel? Check the fuel (III). If the headlights do not dim, In this case, the starter motor’s gauge;...
Page 244: Jump Starting
Main Menu Table of Contents Jump Starting Although this seems like a simple To jump start your vehicle: procedure, you should take several precautions. Open the hood, and check the physical condition of the battery. In very cold weather, check the condition of the electrolyte.
Page 245 Main Menu Table of Contents Jump Starting If the booster battery is in another Once your vehicle is running, vehicle, have an assistant start disconnect the negative cable from that vehicle and run it at a fast idle. your vehicle, then from the booster battery.
Page 246: If The Engine Overheats
Main Menu Table of Contents If the Engine Overheats If you do not see steam or spray, The pointer of the vehicle’s temperature gauge should stay in leave the engine running, and the midrange. If it climbs to the red watch the temperature gauge.
Page 247 Main Menu Table of Contents If the Engine Overheats If you do not find an obvious leak, Using gloves or a large heavy Put the radiator cap back on cloth, turn the radiator cap tightly. Run the engine, and watch check the coolant level in the radiator reserve tank.
Page 248: Low Oil Pressure Indicator
Main Menu Table of Contents Low Oil Pressure Indicator Start the engine and watch the oil pressure indicator. If it does not go LOW OIL PRESSURE INDICATOR out within 10 seconds, turn off the Running the engine with low oil engine.
Page 249 Main Menu Table of Contents Charging System Indicator, Malfunction Indicator Lamp Charging System Indicator Immediately turn off all electrical Malfunction Indicator Lamp accessories. Try not to use other electrically operated controls such as the power windows. Keep the engine running; starting the engine will discharge the battery rapidly.
Page 250: Malfunction Indicator Lamp
Main Menu Table of Contents Malfunction Indicator Lamp If you have recently refueled your Readiness Codes To check if they are set, turn the vehicle, the cause of this indicator Your vehicle has certain ‘‘readiness ignition to ON (II), without starting coming on could be a loose or codes’’...
Page 251: Brake System Indicator
Main Menu Table of Contents Brake System Indicator However, if the brake pedal does not Slow down by shifting to a lower BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR feel normal, you should take gear, and pull to the side of the road immediate action. A problem in one when it is safe.
Page 252: Closing The Moonroof
Main Menu Table of Contents Closing the Moonroof If the electric motor will not close SOCKET ROUND PLUG the moonroof, do the following: Check the fuse for the moonroof motor (see page ). If the fuse is blown, replace it with one of the same or lower rating.
Page 253: Emergency Towing
Main Menu Table of Contents Emergency Towing If your vehicle needs to be towed, If, due to damage, your vehicle must call a professional towing service or be towed with the front wheels on an organization. Never tow your the ground, do the following: Improper towing preparation will vehicle with just a rope or chain.
Page 254 Main Menu Table of Contents Emergency Towing With the front wheels on the ground, If you decide to tow your vehicle it is best to tow the vehicle no farther with all four wheels on the ground, than 50 miles (80 km), and keep the make sure you use a properly- The steering system can be damaged if speed below 35 mph (55 km/h).
Page 255 Main Menu Table of Contents Fuses Checking and Replacing Fuses INTERIOR UNDER-HOOD If something electrical in your vehicle stops working, the first thing you should check for is a blown fuse. Determine from the chart on pages NOTCH , or the diagram on the fuse box lid, which fuse or fuses control that component.
Page 256 Main Menu Table of Contents Fuses BLOWN BLOWN BLOWN Check each of the large fuses in Check the smaller fuses in the the under-hood fuse box by under-hood fuse box and all the looking at the wire inside. fuses in the interior fuse box by Removing these fuses requires a pulling out each one with the fuse Phillips-head screwdriver.
Page 257 Main Menu Table of Contents Fuses If you replace the blown fuse with a spare fuse that has a lower rating, it FUSE PULLER might blow out again. This does not indicate anything wrong. Replace the fuse with one of the correct rating as soon as you can.
Page 258 Main Menu Table of Contents Fuses UNDER-HOOD FUSE/RELAY BOX No. Amps. Circuits Protected 20 A Cooling Fan Not Used 20 A Horn, Stop 40 A Rear Defroster 40 A Back Up, ACC 15 A Hazard 30 A VSA Motor 40 A 40 A OP 1 40 A...
Page 259 Main Menu Table of Contents Fuses INTERIOR FUSE BOX No. Amps. Circuits Protected 20 A AS P/SEAT (REC) 20 A Driver’s Power Seat Sliding (20 A) Heated Seat 20 A Driver’s Power Seat Reclining 20 A AS P/SEAT (SLIDE) 15 A 15 A Fuel Pump 7.5 A...
Page 260: Flat Tire, Dead Battery, Overheating, Fuses Technical Information
Main Menu Technical Information The diagrams in this section give Identification Numbers ....State Emissions Testing ....you the dimensions and capacities of Specifications ........ your vehicle, and the locations of the DOT Tire Quality Grading identification numbers. It also (U.
Page 261: Identification Numbers
Main Menu Table of Contents Identification Numbers Your vehicle has several identifying numbers in various places. VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) is the 17-digit number your Acura dealer uses to register your vehicle for warranty purposes. It is also necessary for licensing and insuring your vehicle.
Page 262 Main Menu Table of Contents Identification Numbers The Engine Number is stamped into the engine block. It is on the front. ENGINE NUMBER AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION NUMBER The transmission number is on a label on top of the transmission. MANUAL TRANSMISSION NUMBER...
Page 263: Specifications
Main Menu Table of Contents Specifications Dimensions Capacities Length 183.3 in (4,657 mm) Engine Change Width 69.4 in (1,762 mm) coolant Manual 1.43 US gal (5.4 ) Height 57.3 in (1,456 mm) Automatic 1.40 US gal (5.3 ) Wheelbase 105.1 in (2,670 mm) Total Track Front...
Page 264 Main Menu Table of Contents Specifications Lights Engine Headlights High 12 V 55 W Type Water cooled 4-stroke, DOHC 12 V 35 W i-VTEC 4-cylinder, gasoline engine Front turn signal 12 V 21 W Bore x Stroke 3.43 x 3.90 in (87.0 x 99.0 mm) Front parking lights 12 V 3 CP...
Page 265 Main Menu 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 )
Page 266 Main Menu Table of Contents DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles) The tires on your vehicle meet all Treadwear Traction AA, A, B, C U.S. Federal Safety Requirements. The treadwear grade is a compara- The traction grades, from highest to All tires are also graded for tive rating based on the wear rate of lowest, are AA, A, B, and C.
Page 267 Main Menu Table of Contents DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles) Temperature A, B, C 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 over- tire’s resistance to the generation of loaded.
Page 268: Tire Labeling
Main Menu Table of Contents Tire Labeling Rim diameter in inches. Date of manufacture. Tire Labeling 2202 The tires that came on your vehicle have a number of markings. Those Load index (a numerical code Maximum Tire Pressure you should be aware of are described associated with the maximum Max Press The maximum air...
Page 269: Emissions Controls
Main Menu Table of Contents Emissions Controls The burning of gasoline in your The Clean Air Act intake manifold. They are then vehicle’s engine produces several by- The United States Clean Air Act drawn into the engine and burned. products. Some of these are carbon sets standards for automobile monoxide (CO), oxides of nitrogen emissions.
Page 270 Main Menu Table of Contents Emissions Controls Exhaust Emissions Controls then controls how much fuel to inject Replacement Parts The exhaust emissions controls under all operating conditions. The emissions control systems are include four systems: PGM-FI, designed and certified to work ignition timing control, exhaust gas together in reducing emissions to Ignition Timing Control System...
Page 271: Three Way Catalytic Converter
Main Menu Table of Contents Three Way Catalytic Converter The three way catalytic converter Keep the engine tuned-up. contains precious metals that serve as catalysts, promoting chemical Have your vehicle diagnosed and reactions to convert the exhaust repaired if it is misfiring, back- gasses without affecting the metals.
Page 272: State Emissions Testing
Main Menu Table of Contents State Emissions Testing If the testing facility determines that Without touching the accelerator Testing of Readiness Codes If you take your vehicle for a state 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 273 Main Menu Table of Contents State Emissions Testing Select a nearby lightly traveled Then drive in city/suburban major highway where you can traffic for at least 10 minutes. maintain a speed of 50 to 60 mph When traffic conditions allow, let (80 to 97 km/h) for at least 20 the vehicle coast for several minutes.
Page 274: Vehicle Specifications, Tires, Fuels, And Emissions Controls Warranty And Customer Relations (U.s. And Canada)
Main Menu Warranty and Customer Relations Customer Service Information ..Warranty Coverages ....Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Vehicle) ......Authorized Manuals .....
Page 275: Customer Service Information
Acura dealership personnel are U.S. Owners: In Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands: trained professionals. They should American Honda Motor Co., Inc. be able to answer all your questions. Acura Client Services If you encounter a problem that your Mail Stop 500-2N-7E...
Page 276: Warranty Coverages
Main Menu Table of Contents Warranty Coverages a seat U.S. Owners Seat Belt Limited Warranty Replacement Battery Limited Your new vehicle is covered by these belt that fails to function properly is Warranty provides prorated warranties: covered for the useful life of the coverage for a replacement battery vehicle.
Page 277 NHTSA, U.S. Department of Administration (NHTSA), in addition However, NHTSA cannot become Transportation, Washington, to notifying American Honda Motor involved in individual problems D.C. 20590. You can also obtain Co., Inc. between you, your dealer, or other information about motor American Honda Motor Co., Inc.
Page 278: Warranty And Contact Information Authorized Manuals (U.s. Only)
Helm Incorporated at the address shown on the back of the order form. 61SEA01EL 2004-2005 Acura TSX $47.00 Electrical Troubleshooting Manual VEHICLE MODEL Price Total PUBLICATION NUMBER 61SEA30 2004-2005 Acura TSX Body Repair Manual $44.00 Name Year Each Price 31SEA610 2005 Acura TSX Owner’s Manual $37.00 31SEA710 2005 Acura TSX Navigation $29.00...
Page 279 Main Menu Table of Contents Authorized Manuals Service Manual: NOTE: Dealers and Companies please provide dealer or company name, and also the name of the person to whose attention the shipment should This manual covers maintenance and recommended be sent. For purchases outside U.S.A. please write to the address shown procedures for repair to engine and chassis components.
Page 280 Main Menu Index High-mount Brake Light ..Specifications ......Accessories ........Battery Turn Signal Lights .... . 217, ACCESSORY (Ignition Key Charging System Bulbs, Halogen ......Position) ........Indicator ......54, Accessory Power Socket ....Jump Starting ......Additives, Engine Oil ....
Page 281 Main Menu Index Child Seats ........Defogger, Rear Window ....Changing a Flat Tire ....Lower Anchorage Points ... Dimensions ........Charging System Indicator ..Tether Anchorage Points ..Dimming the Headlights ....Checking the Fuses ....Climate Control Sensors ....
Page 282 Main Menu Index Gauge ........... Hazard Warning Flashers ....Octane Requirement ....Headlights ........Fan, Interior ........Tank, Filling the ......Aiming ........Features ........... Fuses, Checking the ..... Automatic Lighting Off ....Filling the Fuel Tank ....Daytime Running Lights ....
Page 283 Main Menu Index Immobilizer System ......Important Safety Precautions ..Indicators, Instrument Panel ..Label, Certification ....... Maintenance ........Infant Restraint ....... Lane Change, Signaling ....Owner Maintenance Checks . Infant Seats ........Lap/Shoulder Belts ......Record ........Tether Anchorage Points ..
Page 284 Main Menu Index Pollen Filter ........Replacement Information Pregnancy, Using Seat Belts ..Engine Oil and Filter ....Octane Requirement, Gasoline . Protecting Adults and Teens ..Fuses .......... Odometer ......... Additional Safety Precautions . Light Bulbs ........ Advice for Pregnant Women ..
Page 285 Main Menu Index Seat Belts ......... How the Side Airbag Off START (Ignition Key Position) ..Additional Information ....Indicator Works ...... Starting the Engine ....... Automatic Seat Belt Side Curtain Airbags ....11, With a Dead Battery ....Tensioners .......
Page 286 Main Menu Index Three Way Catalytic Transmission Converter ....... Checking Fluid Level, Temperature Gauge ....... Automatic ......Vanity Mirror ........Tether Anchorage Points ....Checking Fluid Level, Vehicle Capacity Load ....Three Way Catalytic Converter . Vehicle Dimensions ...... Manual ........
Page 287 Main Menu Index Wheels Adjusting the Steering ....Alignment and Balance .... Compact Spare ......Wrench ........Windows Operating the Power ....Rear, Defogger ......Windshield Cleaning ........Washers ........Wipers, Windshield Changing Blades ....... Operation ........Worn Tires ........Wrecker, Emergency Towing ..
Page 288: Service Information Summary
Automatic Transmission Fluid: Honda ATF-Z1 (Automatic Brake Fluid: Transmission Fluid) preferred, or Honda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid a DEXRON III ATF as a DOT 3 preferred, or a DOT 3 or temporary replacement (see page DOT 4 brake fluid as a temporary...

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