..................................................................................................................................................... i

A Few Words About Safety ..........................................................................................................................

Your Vehicle at a Glance

...............................................................................................................................2

Driver and Passenger Safety

.......................................................................................................................5

Proper use and care of your vehicle's seat belts, and Supplemental Restraint System.

Instruments and

Controls...........................................................................................................................57

Instrument panel indicator and gauge, and how to use dashboard and steering column controls.

Comfort and Convenience

Features.......................................................................................................113

How to operate the climate control system, the audio system, and other convenience features.

Before Driving

.............................................................................................................................................183

What gasoline to use, how to break-in your new vehicle, and how to load luggage and other cargo.

Driving...........................................................................................................................................................197

The proper way to start the engine, shift the transmission, and park, plus towing a trailer.

Maintenance.................................................................................................................................................229

The Maintenance Schedule shows you when you need to take your vehicle to the dealer.

Appearance

Care.........................................................................................................................................295

Tips on cleaning and protecting your vehicle. Things to look for if your car ever needs body repairs.

Taking Care of the

Unexpected...............................................................................................................303

This section covers several problems motorists sometimes experience, and how to handle them.

Technical

Information...............................................................................................................................331

ID numbers, dimensions, capacities, and technical information.

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

......................................................................347

A summary of the warranties covering your new Honda, and how to contact us.

Authorized Manuals (U.S.

only)...............................................................................................................351

How to order manuals and other technical literature.

Index

................................................................................................................................................................. I

Service Information Summary

A summary of information you need when you pull up to the fuel pump.

Table of Contents

Chapters

Table of Contents

Summary of Contents for Honda 2004 TSX

Page 1 ID numbers, dimensions, capacities, and technical information. Warranty and Customer Relations (U.S. and Canada) ..............347 A summary of the warranties covering your new Honda, and how to contact us. Authorized Manuals (U.S. only).......................351 How to order manuals and other technical literature.
Page 2 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 Main Menu Introduction Congratulations! Your selection of a 2004 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 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: car safely is an important Safety Labels on the car.
Page 5: Your Car At A Glance
Main Menu Your Car at a Glance DIGITAL CLOCK (P.135, 153) HAZARD WARNING LIGHTS (P.75) AUDIO SYSTEM (P.129, 148) MIRROR CONTROLS (P.102) DOOR LOCK SWITCH (P.81) HEATING/COOLING CONTROLS (P.115, 121) POWER WINDOW SWITCHES (P.97) TRUNK RELEASE HANDLE/ HOOD RELEASE HANDLE FUEL FILL DOOR RELEASE (P.186) (P.87/184)
Page 6 Main Menu Your Car at a Glance WINDSHIELD WIPERS/WASHERS CRUISE CONTROLS HEADLIGHTS/ (P. 174) (P. 73/75) TURN SIGNALS (P. 70/73) HAZARD WARNING LIGHTS (P. 75) REMOTE AUDIO CONTROLS (P. 171) REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER (P. 75, 76) MOONROOF SWITCH HORN (P. 101) VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST TILT/TELESCOPIC SYSTEM OFF SWITCH...
Page 7 Main Menu...
Page 8: Table Of Contents
Main Menu Driver and Passenger Safety This section gives you important 3. Adjust the Seat-Backs .... Protecting Larger Children ..information about how to protect 4. Adjust the Head Restraints . Using Child Seats with yourself and your passengers. It 5.
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 While airbags can save lives, they Excessive speed is a major factor in section, and throughout this manual. can cause serious or fatal injuries to crash injuries and deaths.
Page 10: Your Car's Safety Features
Main Menu Table of Contents Your Car’s Safety Features Your car is equipped with many features that work together to (10) protect you and your passengers during a crash. Some safety 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 Car’s Safety Features These safety features are designed Seat Belts In addition, most states and all to reduce the severity of injuries in a For your safety, and the safety of Canadian provinces require you to crash.
Page 12: Airbags
Main Menu Table of Contents Your Car’s Safety Features Help keep you from being thrown Airbags against the inside of the car and against other occupants. Keep you from being thrown out of the car. Help keep you in a good position should the airbags ever deploy.
Page 13: Seats And Seat-Backs
Main Menu Table of Contents Your Car’s Safety Features Seats and Seat-Backs Airbags do not replace seat belts. They are designed to supplement Your car’s seats are designed to keep the seat belts. you in a comfortable, upright position so you can take full advantage of the protection offered Airbags offer no protection in rear impacts, rollovers, or minor...
Page 14: Head Restraints
Main Menu Table of Contents Your Car’s Safety Features Move the front Pre-Drive Safety Checklist Front seat occupants are sitting What you should do: seats as far back as possible, and To make sure you and your upright and as far back as possible keep adjustable seat-backs in an passengers get the maximum from the steering wheel and...
Page 15: Protecting Adults
Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Adults The rest of this section gives more Introduction Your car has a door monitor light on detailed information about how you The following pages provide the instrument panel to indicate can maximize your safety. instructions on how to properly when a specific door is not tightly protect the driver and other adult...
Page 16: Adjust The Front Seats
Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Adults Adjust the Front Seats To reduce the chance of injury, wear your seat belt properly, sit upright with your back against the seat, and Sitting too close to a front move the seat away from the airbag can result in serious steering wheel to the farthest injury or death if the front...
Page 17: Adjust The Seat-Backs
Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Adults Adjust the Seat-Backs A front passenger should also adjust the seat-back to an upright position, but as far from the dashboard as Reclining the seat-back too far possible. A passenger who sits too can result in serious injury or close to the dashboard could be death in a crash.
Page 18: Adjust The Head Restraints
Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Adults Adjust the Head Restraints Fasten and Position the Seat Belts Insert the latch plate into the buckle, Improperly positioning head restraints reduces their then tug on the belt to make sure the belt is securely latched. Also check effectiveness and you can be seriously injured in a crash.
Page 19 Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Adults If necessary, pull up on the belt again If the seat belt touches or crosses to remove any slack from the your neck, or if it crosses your arm shoulder part, then check that the instead of your shoulder, you need to belt rests across the center of your adjust the seat belt anchor height.
Page 20 Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Adults See page for additional Never place the shoulder portion of a RELEASE BUTTONS information about your seat belt lap/shoulder belt under your arm or This could cause system and how to take care of your behind your back.
Page 21: Adjust The Steering Wheel
Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Adults Adjust the Steering Wheel Maintain a Proper Sitting In addition, an occupant who is out of Position position in the front seat can be After all occupants have adjusted seriously or fatally injured by their seats and put on seat belts, it is striking interior parts of the car, or very important that they continue to...
Page 22: Advice For Pregnant Women
Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Adults Remember, to get the best Advice for Pregnant Women Pregnant women should also sit protection from your car’s airbags upright and as far back as possible and other safety features, you must from the steering wheel or sit properly and wear your seat belt dashboard.
Page 23: Additional Safety Precautions
Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Adults Additional Safety Precautions Do not place hard or sharp objects On models with side airbags or Two people should never use the between yourself and a front side curtain airbags, do not attach If they do, they Carrying hard or sharp same seat belt.
Page 24: Protecting Children
Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Children All Children Must Be Restrained Each year, many children are injured or killed in car crashes because they Children who are unrestrained or improperly restrained can be are either unrestrained or not properly restrained. In fact, car seriously injured or killed in a crash.
Page 25: Children Should Sit In The Back Seat
Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Children Children Should Sit in the Back The Passenger’s Front Airbag Additional Precautions to Parents Seat Poses Serious Risks to Children Never hold an infant or child on If you are not wearing a According to accident statistics, Front airbags have been designed to your lap.
Page 26 Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Children Small Children U.S. Models To remind you of the passenger’s Placing a forward-facing child seat in front airbag hazards, and that the front seat of a car equipped with a passenger’s front airbag can be children must be properly restrained If the vehicle seat is too in the back seat, your car has...
Page 27: If You Must Drive With Several Children
Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Children If You Must Drive with Several Canadian Models To remind you of the front airbag Children hazards, your car has warning labels Your car has three seating positions on the driver’s and front passenger’s in the back seat where children can visors.
Page 28: If A Child Requires Close Attention
Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Children If a Child Requires Close Additional Safety Precautions Do not leave children alone in your Attention Leaving children without Use childproof door locks to car. Many parents say they prefer to put adult supervision is illegal in most prevent children from opening the an infant or small child in the front doors.
Page 29: General Guidelines For Using Child Seats
Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Children Lock all doors and the trunk when General Guidelines for Using Children Child Seats your car is not in use. who play in cars can accidentally The following pages give general get trapped inside the trunk and guidelines for selecting and installing be seriously injured or could die.
Page 30 Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Children Before purchasing a child seat, we The child seat should fit the recommend that parents test the vehicle seating position (or child seat in the specific vehicle positions) where it will be used. seating position (or positions) where Due to variations in the design of they intend to use the seat.
Page 31 Placing a Child Seat Front Passenger’s Seat This page briefly summarizes Never in the front seat, due Infants: Honda’s recommendations on where to the front airbag hazard. to place rear-facing and forward- facing child seats in your car. Not recommended, Small children: due to the front airbag hazard.
Page 32 Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Children If the child seat is not secure, try Installing a Child Seat Make sure the child seat is firmly After selecting a proper child seat, After installing a child installing it in a different seating secured.
Page 33: Protecting Infants
Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Children Protecting Infants Rear-Facing Child Seat Placement In this car, a rear-facing child seat can be placed in any seating position Placing a rear-facing child seat in the front seat can result in in the back seat, but not in the front seat.
Page 34 Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Children When properly installed, a rear- Rear-Facing Child Seat Installation facing child seat may prevent the The lap/shoulder belts in the back driver or a front-seat passenger from seats have a locking mechanism that moving the seat as far back as must be activated to secure a child recommended (see page...
Page 35 Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Children To activate the lockable retractor, After confirming that the belt is Push and pull the child seat slowly pull the shoulder part of the locked, grab the shoulder part of forward and from side to side to belt all the way out until it stops, the belt near the buckle and pull verify that it is secure enough to...
Page 36: Protecting Small Children
Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Children Protecting Small Children We also recommend that a small Rear-Facing Child Seat Installation child stay in the child seat as long as Tips possible, until the child reaches the weight or height limit for the seat. Child Seat Placement In this car, the best place to install a forward-facing child seat is in one of...
Page 37 Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Children Child Seat Installation The lap/shoulder belts in the back and front passenger seating positions Improperly placing a forward- facing child seat in the front have a locking mechanism that must be activated to secure a child seat. seat can result in serious injury or death if the front airbags The following pages provide...
Page 38 Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Children To activate the lockable retractor, After confirming that the belt is Push and pull the child seat slowly pull the shoulder part of the locked, grab the shoulder part of forward and from side to side to belt all the way out until it stops, the belt near the buckle and pull verify that it is secure enough to...
Page 39: Protecting Larger Children
Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Children Protecting Larger Children Checking Seat Belt Fit When a child reaches the recommended weight or height limit Allowing a larger child to sit for a forward-facing child seat, the improperly in the front seat can child should sit in the back seat on a result in injury or death if the booster and wear a lap/shoulder belt.
Page 40 Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Children If the shoulder part of the belt rests Do not let a child put the shoulder Using a Booster Seat over the child’s collarbone and part of a seat belt behind the back or against the center of the chest, and This could cause under the arm.
Page 41 Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Children A child should continue using a Of course, children vary widely. And When Can a Larger Child Sit in Front booster seat until they exceed the The National Highway Traffic Safety while age may be one indicator of booster seat manufacturer’s Administration and Transport when a child can safely ride in the...
Page 42: Using Child Seats With Tethers
Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Children If you decide that a child can safely Using Child Seats with Tethers Since a tether can provide additional ride up front, be sure to: security, we recommend using a TETHER ANCHORAGE POINTS tether whenever one is required or Carefully read the owner’s manual available.
Page 43 Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Children TETHER STRAP HOOK TETHER STRAP HOOK TETHER ANCHORAGE POINTS TETHER ANCHORAGE POINT Center Outer To use either outside anchorage Attach the tether strap hook to the point, lift the rear head restraint, tether anchorage point as shown in then route the tether strap over the the illustration, then tighten the seat-back between the legs of the...
Page 44: Using Latch
Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Children A child should continue using a Of course, children vary widely. And When Can a Larger Child Sit in Front booster seat until they exceed the The National Highway Traffic Safety while age may be one indicator of booster seat manufacturer’s Administration and Transport when a child can safely ride in the...
Page 45 Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Children TETHER STRAP HOOK Flexible type TETHER ANCHORAGE POINTS Follow the child seat maker’s Lift the rear head restraint, then Push and pull the child seat instructions for any additional route the tether strap over the forward and from side to side to advice on adjusting or tightening seat-back between the legs of the...
Page 46: Additional Information About Your Seat Belts
Main Menu Table of Contents Additional Information About Your Seat Belts Seat Belt System Components Lap/Shoulder Belt To unlock the belt, push the red Your seat belt system includes lap/ PRESS button on the buckle. shoulder belts in all five seating Guide the belt across your body to positions.
Page 47: Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners
Main Menu Table of Contents Additional Information About Your Seat Belts If the shoulder part of the belt is might not cause the airbags to Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners pulled all the way out, the locking deploy. In this case, the airbags mechanism will activate.
Page 48: Seat Belt Maintenance
Main Menu Table of Contents Additional Information About Your Seat Belts Seat Belt Maintenance Automatic seat belt tensioners that For safety, you should check the deployed during a crash must be condition of your seat belts regularly. replaced. Not checking or maintaining seat belts can result in serious Pull each belt out fully and look for For information on how to clean your...
Page 49: Additional Information About Your Airbags
Main Menu Table of Contents Additional Information About Your Airbags A sophisticated electronic system SRS Components How Your Front Airbags Work Your Supplemental Restraint System that continually monitors and (SRS) includes: records information about the sensors, the control unit, the Two front airbags.
Page 50 Main Menu Table of Contents Additional Information About Your Airbags If you ever have a moderate to Since both airbags use the same severe frontal collision, the sensors sensors, both airbags normally will detect the car’s rapid inflate at the same time. However, it deceleration.
Page 51: How Your Side Airbags Work
Main Menu Table of Contents Additional Information About Your Airbags After a crash, you may see what In a moderate to severe side impact, How Your Side Airbags Work looks like smoke. This is actually the sensors will detect rapid powder from the airbag’s surface.
Page 52: How Your Side Curtain Airbags Work
Main Menu Table of Contents Additional Information About Your Airbags How Your Side Curtain Airbags In a moderate to severe side impact, How the SRS Indicator Works Work sensors will detect rapid deceleration The SRS indicator alerts Standard on U.S. models, Optional on and signal the control unit to you to a potential problem Canadian models...
Page 53: How The Side Airbag Cutoff Indicator Light Works
Main Menu Table of Contents Additional Information About Your Airbags If the light comes on at any other If you see any of these indications, How the Side Airbag Cutoff time, or does not come on at all, you your airbags may not deploy, your Indicator Light Works should have the system checked by passenger’s side airbag automatic...
Page 54: Airbag Service
Main Menu Table of Contents Additional Information About Your Airbags Although Acura does not encourage A front seat passenger should not Airbag Service children to ride in the front seat, this use a cushion or other object as a Your airbag systems are virtually system is designed to shut off the backrest.
Page 55: 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 an Together, airbags and Improperly airbags. Acura dealer. seat belts provide the best replacing or covering front seat- protection.
Page 56: Carbon Monoxide Hazard
Main Menu Table of Contents Carbon Monoxide Hazard Your car’s exhaust contains carbon With the trunk lid open, air flow can monoxide gas. You should have no pull exhaust gas into your car’s problem with carbon monoxide interior and create a hazardous Carbon monoxide gas is toxic.
Page 57: 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 (except for the U.S.
Page 58 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 Driver and Passenger Safety...
Page 59 Main Menu...
Page 60 Main Menu Instruments and Controls This section gives information about Temperature Gauge ....Glove Box ........the controls and displays that Fuel Gauge ........Seat Adjustments ......contribute to the daily operation of Maintenance Required Driver’s Seat Full Power your Acura. All the essential controls Indicator ........
Page 61: Control Locations
Main Menu Table of Contents Control Locations DIGITAL CLOCK (P.135, 153) HAZARD WARNING LIGHTS (P.75) MIRROR CONTROLS (P.102) AUDIO SYSTEM (P.129, 148) DOOR LOCK SWITCH (P.81) HEATING/COOLING CONTROLS POWER WINDOW (P.115, 121) SWITCHES (P.97) TRUNK RELEASE HANDLE/ FUEL FILL DOOR RELEASE (P.87/184) HOOD RELEASE HANDLE (P.186)
Page 62: Indicator Lights
Main Menu Table of Contents Indicator Lights DOOR AND TRUNK OPEN MONITOR LOW OIL PRESSURE INDICATOR (P.60) (P.62) IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM INDICATOR (P.64) CRUISE CONTROL INDICATOR LIGHTS ON INDICATOR (P.63) (P.64) HIGH BEAM INDICATOR (P.64) CRUISE MAIN INDICATOR (P.64) VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST (VSA) SYSTEM INDICATOR (P.61) VSA ACTIVATION...
Page 63 Main Menu Table of Contents Indicator Lights The instrument panel has many Low Oil Pressure U.S. Canada indicators to give you important Indicator information about your car. The engine can be severely damaged if this light flashes or stays on when Parking Brake and Brake Seat Belt Reminder Light the engine is running.
Page 64 Main Menu Table of Contents Indicator Lights Supplemental Restraint Vehicle Stability Assist System Indicator (VSA) System Indicator This indicator lights briefly when Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) This indicator normally comes on for you turn the ignition switch to ON Indicator a few seconds when you turn the (II).
Page 65 Main Menu Table of Contents Indicator Lights VSA Activation Indicator Door and Trunk Open Monitor Turn Signal and Hazard Warning This indicator has three functions: Indicators The left or right turn signal light It comes on as a reminder that you blinks when you signal a lane change have turned off the Vehicle or turn.
Page 66 Main Menu Table of Contents Indicator Lights Lights On Indicator Low Fuel Indicator Security System Indicator This indicator reminds you that the SECURITY SYSTEM INDICATOR exterior lights are on. It comes on when the light switch is in either the position.
Page 67 Main Menu Table of Contents Indicator Lights ‘‘Daytime Running Cruise Main Indicator Immobilizer System Lights’’ Indicator Indicator This indicator comes on when you This indicator comes on for a few Canadian models only This indicator lights when you turn turn on the Cruise Control System seconds when you turn the ignition the ignition switch to ON (II) with by pressing the Master Button.
Page 68: Gauges
Main Menu Table of Contents Gauges Odometer OUTSIDE TEMPERATURE INDICATOR TRIP METER The odometer shows the total dis- TACHOMETER ODOMETER SPEEDOMETER tance your car has been driven. It measures miles in U.S. models and TEMPERATURE FUEL GAUGE kilometers in Canadian models. GAUGE It is illegal under U.S.
Page 69: Outside Temperature Indicator
Main Menu Table of Contents Gauges Outside Temperature Indicator Trip Meter Temperature Gauge This indicator displays the outside This meter shows the number of This shows the temperature of the Fahrenheit temperature in U.S. miles (U.S.) or kilometers (Canada) engine’s coolant. During normal models, and Centigrade temperature driven since you last reset it.
Page 70: Fuel Gauge
Main Menu Table of Contents Gauges Fuel Gauge Maintenance Required Indicator Refer to the Maintenance Schedules This shows how much fuel you have. for Normal and Severe Driving It is most accurate when the car is on Conditions on pages level ground.
Page 71 Main Menu Table of Contents Gauges Between 8,000 miles (12,800 km) Your dealer will reset this indicator and 10,000 miles (16,000 km), this after completing the scheduled SELECT/RESET KNOB indicator will light for two seconds maintenance. If this maintenance is when you first turn the ignition done by someone other than your switch to ON (II), and then flash for...
Page 72: Controls Near The Steering Wheel
Main Menu Table of Contents Controls Near the Steering Wheel The two levers on the steering column contain controls for the driving features you use most often. WINDSHIELD CRUISE HEADLIGHTS/ WIPERS/WASHERS CONTROLS The left lever controls the turn TURN SIGNALS (P.
Page 73: Headlights
Main Menu Table of Contents Controls Near the Steering Wheel Headlights When the light switch is in either of these positions, the Lights On indicator comes on as a reminder. If you leave the lights on with the key removed from the ignition switch, you will hear a reminder chime when you open the driver’s door.
Page 74: Automatic Lighting Off Feature
Main Menu Table of Contents Controls Near the Steering Wheel Automatic Lighting Off Feature The lights will turn on again when The Automatic Lighting Off feature you unlock or open the driver’s door. turns off the headlights, parking If you unlock the door, but do not lights, taillights, and license plate open it within 15 seconds, the lights light within 15 seconds of removing...
Page 75: Daytime Running Lights
Main Menu Table of Contents Controls Near the Steering Wheel Daytime Running Lights Instrument Panel Brightness The instrument panel will illuminate (Canadian Models) with reduced brightness when you With the headlight switch off, the unlock and open the driver’s door. high beam headlights and the high The brightness will increase slightly beam indicator come on with...
Page 76: Turn Signals
Main Menu Table of Contents Controls Near the Steering Wheel Turn Signals To signal a lane change, push lightly Windshield Wipers on the turn signal lever in the proper direction and hold it. The lever will return to the center position as soon as you release it.
Page 77 Main Menu Table of Contents Controls Near the Steering Wheel In intermittent, the wipers operate every few seconds. The sweep interval will change slightly with speed; getting shorter as you drive faster. While the car is stopped and in gear, the wipers sweep the windshield whenever you remove your foot from the brake pedal.
Page 78: Windshield Washers
Main Menu Table of Contents Controls Near the Steering Wheel Windshield Washers Hazard Warning Rear Window Defogger With navigation To clean the windshield, pull back on Push the button between the center The rear window defogger will clear the wiper control lever. The washers vents to turn on the hazard warning fog, frost, and thin ice from the spray until you release the lever.
Page 79: Steering Wheel Adjustment
Main Menu Table of Contents Controls Near the Steering Wheel Steering Wheel Adjustment To adjust the steering wheel: See page for important safety Insert the key in the ignition information about how to properly position the steering wheel. switch, and unlock the steering column.
Page 80: Keys And Locks
Main Menu Table of Contents Controls Near the Steering Wheel, Keys and Locks Push the lever up to lock the Keys steering wheel in that position. MASTER VALET KEY Make sure you have securely NUMBER (LIGHT GREY) locked the steering wheel in place (BLACK) by trying to move it up, down, in, and out.
Page 81 Main Menu Table of Contents Keys and Locks The valet key works only in the These keys contain electronic Remote Transmitter ignition and the driver’s door lock. circuits that are activated by the Your car also comes with two remote You can keep the trunk release Immobilizer System.
Page 82: Immobilizer System
Main Menu Table of Contents Keys and Locks Immobilizer System Do not keep other immobilizer If you have lost your key and you The Immobilizer System protects keys on the same key ring. cannot start the engine, contact your your car from theft. A properly- Acura dealer.
Page 83: Ignition Switch
Main Menu Table of Contents Keys and Locks You can insert or Ignition Switch LOCK (0) remove the key only in this position. To switch from ACCESSORY to Removing the key from the LOCK, you must push the key in ignition switch while driving slightly as you turn it.
Page 84: Power Door Locks
Main Menu Table of Contents Keys and Locks ACCESSORY (I) In this position, The engine will not start if the Power Door Locks you can operate the audio system Immobilizer System does not and the accessory power socket. recognize the key’s coding (see page ON (II) This is the normal key position when driving.
Page 85 Main Menu Table of Contents Keys and Locks To lock any passenger’s door when getting out of the car, push the lock LOCK TAB tab down and close the door. To lock MASTER DOOR LOCK SWITCH the driver’s door, remove the key from the ignition switch, push the lock tab down or push the top of the master switch, then close the door.
Page 86: Remote Transmitter
Main Menu Table of Contents Keys and Locks Remote Transmitter When you push the LOCK button a Lockout Prevention If you forget and leave the key in the second time within 5 seconds after ignition switch, Lockout Prevention locking the doors, you will hear a LOCK BUTTON will not allow you to lock the driver’s...
Page 87 Main Menu Table of Contents Keys and Locks The ceiling light (if the ceiling light If you unlock the doors with the To open the trunk, push the Trunk switch is in the center position) and remote transmitter, but do not open Release button for approximately the spotlights (if the switch is in the any of the doors within 30 seconds,...
Page 88 Main Menu Table of Contents Keys and Locks Panic Mode Replacing the Battery Panic mode allows you to remotely When the remote transmitter’s activate your car’s horn and exterior battery begins to get weak, it may lights to attract attention. The horn take several pushes on the button to sounds and the exterior lights flash lock or unlock the doors, and the...
Page 89 Main Menu Table of Contents Keys and Locks As required by the FCC: Transmitter Care This device complies with Part 15 of the Avoid severe shock to the trans- mitter, such as dropping or throwing FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device it.
Page 90: Childproof Door Locks
Main Menu Table of Contents Keys and Locks Childproof Door Locks Trunk TRUNK RELEASE BUTTON Pull LEVER TRUNK RELEASE HANDLE The childproof door locks are You can open the trunk in three To close the trunk, press down on designed to prevent children seated ways: the trunk lid.
Page 91: Emergency Trunk Opener
Main Menu Table of Contents Keys and Locks To open the trunk, push the release Emergency Trunk Opener lever to the left. Parents should decide if their children should be shown how to use this feature. For more information about child safety, see page MASTER KEY To protect items in the trunk when...
Page 92: Instruments And Controls
Main Menu Table of Contents Keys and Locks 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. GLOVE BOX Open the glove box by pulling the handle to the left.
Page 93: Seat Adjustments
Main Menu Table of Contents Seat Adjustments Driver’s Seat Full Power Adjustments See pages for important safety information and warnings about how to properly position seats and seat-backs. The two power seat adjustment switches are on the outside edge of the seat bottom.
Page 94: Driver's Lumbar Support
Main Menu Table of Contents Seat Adjustments Driver’s Lumbar Support Pull the center of the horizontal Adjust the seat-back angle by switch up to raise the seat. Push it pushing the rear switch in the Vary the lumbar support by moving down to lower the seat.
Page 95: Front Passenger's Seat Adjustments
Main Menu Table of Contents Seat Adjustments Front Passenger’s Seat Adjustments See pages for important safety To change the angle of the seat-back, pull up on the lever on the outside of information and warnings about how to properly position seats and seat-backs. the seat bottom.
Page 96: Head Restraints
Main Menu Table of Contents Seat Adjustments Head Restraints FRONT REAR See page for important safety information and a warning about how to properly position the head restraints. Your car has adjustable head restraints on the front seats. They are also on the outside positions of the rear seat.
Page 97: Folding Rear Seat
Main Menu Table of Contents Seat Adjustments Folding Rear Seat The back of the rear seat folds down to give you direct access to the trunk. Each side folds down separately. With only half the seat folded, you can still carry a passenger in the MASTER back seat.
Page 98: Rear Seat Armrest
Main Menu Table of Contents Seat Adjustments Make sure all rear shoulder belts are Rear Seat Armrest positioned in front of the rear seat- back whenever the seat-back is in its upright position. Make sure all items in the trunk, or items extending through the opening into the back seat, are secured.
Page 99: Seat Heaters
Main Menu Table of Contents Seat Heaters The HI or LO indicator comes on Follow these precautions whenever and remains lit until you turn it off by you use the seat heaters: pushing the opposite side of the switch lightly. Use the HI setting only to heat the seats quickly.
Page 100: Power Windows
Main Menu Table of Contents Power Windows Your car’s windows are electrically- powered. Turn the ignition switch to ON (II) to raise or lower any window. Closing a power window on someone’s hands or fingers can Each door has a switch that controls cause serious injury.
Page 101 Main Menu Table of Contents Power Windows The master control panel also con- The MAIN switch controls power to Auto Reverse tains these extra features: the passengers’ windows. When you If the driver’s window runs into any push in the MAIN switch, the obstacle while it is closing AUTO To open the driver’s...
Page 102 Main Menu Table of Contents Power Windows If your car’s battery is disconnected The power window system has a key- or goes dead, or the driver’s window off delay function. The windows will fuse is removed, the AUTO function still operate for up to 10 minutes will be disabled.
Page 103 Main Menu Table of Contents Power Windows Opening the Windows with the Turn the key clockwise again, and UNLOCK BUTTON Remote Transmitter hold it. All four windows start to You can open all of the windows open. To stop the windows, from the outside with the remote release the key.
Page 104: Moonroof
Main Menu Table of Contents Moonroof To tilt up the back of the moonroof, The moonroof has a key-off delay. press and hold the center button You can still open and close the ). To close the moonroof, moonroof for up to 10 minutes after press and hold the upper part of the you turn off the ignition.
Page 105: Mirrors
Main Menu Table of Contents Mirrors The inside mirror can automatically Adjusting the Power Mirrors OFF BUTTON INDICATOR darken to reduce glare. To turn on ADJUSTMENT KNOB this feature, press the AUTO button on the bottom of the mirror. The indicator comes on as a reminder.
Page 106 Main Menu Table of Contents Mirrors HEATED MIRROR BUTTON ADJUSTMENT KNOB Push or pull the adjustment knob On Canadian models in the appropriate direction to The outside mirrors are heated to re- move the mirror right, left, up, or move fog and frost. With the ignition down.
Page 107: Parking Brake
Main Menu Table of Contents Parking Brake PARKING BRAKE LEVER Driving the car with the parking brake applied can damage the rear brakes and hubs. To apply the parking brake, pull the lever up fully. To release it, pull up slightly, push the button, and lower the lever.
Page 108: Console Compartment
Main Menu Table of Contents Console Compartment, Armrest Console Compartment Armrest CONSOLE COMPARTMENT To open the console compartment, You can put small items in the tray To use the console lid as an armrest, pull up on the right lever and lift the located in the console compartment slide it to the desired position.
Page 109: Beverage Holders
Main Menu Table of Contents Beverage Holders Push To use the front beverage holder, Be careful when you are using the The rear seat also has a beverage push on the lid. The beverage holder beverage holders. A spilled liquid holder in the center armrest.
Page 110: Center Cd Pocket
Main Menu Table of Contents Center CD Pocket, Utility Pocket Center CD Pocket Utility Pocket To open the center CD pocket, push To open the utility pocket, push on down on the bottom of the lid to the bottom of the lid. The lid will unlatch it.
Page 111: Sun Visor
Main Menu Table of Contents Sun Visor, Vanity Mirror Sun Visor Vanity Mirror 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. side window.
Page 112: Sunglasses Holder
Main Menu Table of Contents Sunglasses Holder, Accessory Power Sockets Sunglasses Holder Accessory Power Sockets COVER ACCESSORY POWER SOCKET To open the sunglasses holder, push Some larger styles of sunglasses There are two accessory power on the front edge. It will unlatch and may not fit in the holder.
Page 113: Interior Lights
Main Menu Table of Contents Accessory Power Sockets, Interior Lights Spotlights Ceiling Lights DOOR ACTIVATED ACCESSORY POWER SOCKET DOOR ACTIVATED These sockets are intended to supply The spotlights have a three-position The ceiling light has a three-position power for 12 volt DC accessories switch.
Page 114 Main Menu Table of Contents Interior Lights After all doors are closed tightly, the Courtesy Light Courtesy Lights lights dim slightly, then fade out in about 30 seconds. In the ON position, IGNITION SWITCH LIGHT COURTESY LIGHT the lights stay on continuously. The ceiling light (with the switch in the center position) also comes on when you unlock the door with the...
Page 115 Main Menu...
Page 116 Main Menu Comfort and Convenience Features Climate Control System ....Adjusting the Sound ....Without Navigation System Digital Clock ......Fully-automatic Operation ..Radio Frequencies ....Semi-automatic Operation ..Radio Reception ....... Operating the CD Changer ..With Navigation System Fully-automatic Operation ..
Page 117: Climate Control System
Main Menu Table of Contents Climate Control System The automatic climate control CENTER VENTS SIDE VENT system in your Acura picks the TABS proper combination of air condi- tioning, heating, and ventilation to maintain the interior temperature you select. The system also adjusts the fan speed and air flow levels.
Page 118: Without Navigation System Fully-Automatic Operation
Main Menu Table of Contents Climate Control System Without Navigation System TEMPERATURE DISPLAY Fully-automatic Operation To put the Automatic Climate FAN CONTROL BAR Control in fully-automatic mode, press the AUTO button, then set the desired temperature by pressing ‘‘ ’’ or ‘‘ ’’ on the driver’s side temperature control bar.
Page 119: Semi-Automatic Operation
Main Menu Table of Contents Climate Control System Semi-automatic Operation You can manually select various functions of the Climate Control system when it is in fully automatic mode. All other features remain DRIVER’S SIDE TEMPERATURE AIR CONDITIONING (A/C) BUTTON automatically controlled. Making any CONTROL BAR manual selection causes the word AUTO in the display to go out.
Page 120 Main Menu Table of Contents Climate Control System Recirculation Button This button controls the source of air FAN CONTROL BAR MODE BUTTON going into the system. When the indicator in this button is lit, air from the car’s interior is sent through the system again (Recirculation mode).
Page 121 Main Menu Table of Contents Climate Control System The main air flow is divided between the floor vents and de- froster vents at the base of the wind- shield. The main air flow comes from the floor vents. The main air flow is divided between the dashboard vents and the floor vents.
Page 122 Main Menu Table of Contents Climate Control System Windshield Defroster Button button directs the main air flow to the windshield for faster defrosting. It also overrides any MODE selection you may have made. When you select , the A/C turns on automatically and the system selects Fresh Air mode.
Page 123 Main Menu Table of Contents Climate Control System Dual Temperature Control DRIVER’S SIDE PASSENGER’S SIDE Your car is equipped with two temperature control bars, one for the driver, and one for the passenger. The driver’s side and the passenger’s side can be controlled independently by adjusting these bars when the green indicator in the DUAL button is lit.
Page 124: With Navigation System Fully-Automatic Operation
Main Menu Table of Contents Climate Control System With Navigation System Fully-automatic Operation TEMPERATURE DISPLAY To put the Automatic Climate DRIVER’S SIDE PASSENGER’S SIDE Control in fully-automatic mode, TEMPERATURE TEMPERATURE press the AUTO button. The CONTROL BAR CONTROL BAR indicator in the button will light. Then set the desired temperature by pressing ‘‘...
Page 125: Semi-Automatic Operation
Main Menu Table of Contents Climate Control System When you set the temperature to its Pressing the OFF button shuts the Semi-automatic Operation lower limit ‘‘ ’’ or its upper climate control system completely You can manually select various limit ‘‘ ’’, the system runs at off.
Page 126 Main Menu Table of Contents Climate Control System Air Conditioning (A/C) Icons Touching ‘‘ON’’ or ‘‘OFF’’ in the DRIVER’S SIDE PASSENGER’S SIDE display turns the air conditioning on TEMPERATURE DISPLAY TEMPERATURE DISPLAY and off. You will see A/C ON or A/C OFF in the display.
Page 127 Main Menu Table of Contents Climate Control System Mode Icons Use the MODE icons in the A/C display to select the vents the air flows from. Some air will flow from the dashboard corner vents and the side vents in all modes. The main air flow is divided between the floor vents and de- froster vents at the base of the wind-...
Page 128 Main Menu Table of Contents Climate Control System Fan Control Icons You can manually select the fan speed by touching any of the fan control icons on the display. Recirculation Button This button controls the source of air going into the system. When the indicator in this button is lit, air from the car’s interior is sent through the system again (Recirculation mode).
Page 129 Main Menu Table of Contents Climate Control System Windshield Defroster Button button directs the main air flow to the windshield for faster defrosting. It also overrides any MODE selection you may have made. When you select , the A/C turns on automatically and the system selects Fresh Air mode.
Page 130 Main Menu Table of Contents Climate Control System Dual Temperature Control Your car has two temperature DRIVER’S SIDE PASSENGER’S SIDE control bars on the climate control panel, one for the driver and one for the passenger. The driver’s and passenger’s sides can be controlled independently by pushing these bars when the green indicator in the DUAL button is lit.
Page 131: Sunlight Sensor/Temperature Sensor
Main Menu Table of Contents Climate Control System Sunlight Sensor/Temperature Sensor TEMPERATURE SENSOR SUNLIGHT SENSOR The climate control system has two sensors. A sunlight sensor is located in the top of the dashboard and a temperature sensor is next to the steering column.
Page 132: Audio System
Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System Without Navigation System AM/FM/CD Changer Audio System Your Acura’s audio system provides AM/FM BUTTON STEREO INDICATOR clear reception on both AM and FM bands, while the preset buttons allow A. SEL INDICATOR you to easily select your favorite stations.
Page 133: Operating The Radio
Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System Use the TUNE knob to The SEEK function Operating the Radio TUNE SEEK The ignition switch must be in the tune the radio to a desired frequency. searches the band for a station with ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) position Turn the TUNE knob to the right to a strong signal.
Page 134 Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System The SCAN function You can store the Once a station’s frequency is stored, SCAN Preset samples all the stations with strong frequencies of your favorite radio simply press and release the proper signals on the selected band. To stations in the six preset buttons.
Page 135 Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System If you are AUTO SELECT traveling far from home and can no longer receive the stations you preset, you can use the Auto Select A. SEL BUTTON AM/FM BUTTON A. SEL INDICATOR feature to find stations in the local area.
Page 136 Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System If you do not like the stations Auto Select has stored, you can store other frequencies in the preset buttons. Use the TUNE, SEEK, or A. SEL INDICATOR AM/FM BUTTON SCAN function to find the desired frequencies, then store them in the selected preset buttons as described previously.
Page 137: Adjusting The Sound
Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System Adjusting the Sound Bass, Treble, Balance, and Fader are ADJUSTMENT LEVEL each adjustable. You select which of these you want to adjust by pressing the TUNE/SOUND knob. The mode changes from BAS to TRE to FAD to BAL, and then back to the selected audio mode, each time you press the TUNE/SOUND knob.
Page 138: Digital Clock
Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System Digital Clock The digital clock between the center air vents displays the time when the DIGITAL CLOCK ignition switch is in the ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) position. You can set the time with the controls on the audio control panel.
Page 139: Operating The Cd Changer
Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System Operating the CD Changer Your Acura’s audio system has an in- dash CD changer that holds up to six CD LOAD INDICATOR discs, providing several hours of DISC NUMBER RPT BUTTON continuous entertainment. You CD BUTTON operate this CD changer with the same controls used for the radio.
Page 140 Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System When the CD load indicator turns To load a single CD: Loading CDs in the Changer To load multiple CDs: green and ‘‘LOAd’’ appears in the display, insert the next disc into Press and release the LOAD Press and hold the LOAD button the CD slot.
Page 141 Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System If you press the LOAD button while a CD is playing, the system will stop playing that CD and start the loading AM/FM BUTTON SCAN INDICATOR RDM INDICATOR sequence. It will then play the CD RPT BUTTON RPT INDICATOR just loaded.
Page 142 Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System To move rapidly within a track, press SCAN This feature, when Operation Select the CD changer by pressing and hold the left or right side of the activated, samples all the tracks on the CD button.
Page 143 Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System To take the system out of CD mode, Disc Scan Disc Repeat When activated, Disc Scan plays When activated, Disc Repeat plays press the AM/FM button. Each time about 10 seconds of the first track of the current CD continuously.
Page 144 Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System Removing CDs from the Changer To remove the disc that is currently playing, press the eject button. You AM/FM BUTTON will see ‘‘EJEC’’ in the display. When you remove the disc from the slot, the system automatically begins the Load sequence so you can load another CD in that position.
Page 145: Protecting Compact Discs
Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System If you press the eject button while Protecting Compact Discs listening to the radio, or with the For information on how to handle audio system turned off, the disc and protect compact discs, see page that was last selected is ejected.
Page 146: Cd Changer Error Indications
Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System CD Changer Error Indications Indication Cause Solution If you see an error indication in the display while operating the CD changer, find the cause in the chart Press the CD eject button and pull out the CDs. to the right.
Page 147: Operating The Cassette
Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System Operating the Cassette Player (Optional) The cassette system features Dolby AM/FM BUTTON TAPE DIRECTION INDICATOR noise reduction, automatic sensing of chromium-dioxide (CrO ) tape, and RPT INDICATOR RPT BUTTON auto-reverse for continuous play. To operate the cassette player, the ignition switch must be in the ACCESSORY(I) or ON(II) position.
Page 148 Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System The tape direction indicator will light Dolby noise reduction turns on when If you turn the system off while a to show you which side of the you insert a cassette. The indi- tape is playing, either with the PWR/ cassette is playing.
Page 149: Tape Search Functions
Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System Fast Forward and Re- The Skip function allows Tape Search Functions FF/REW SKIP With a cassette playing, you can use wind move the tape rapidly. To re- you to find the beginning of a song the FF, REW, SKIP, or REPEAT wind the tape, push the Preset 1 or passage.
Page 150: Caring For The Cassette Player
Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System The Repeat function The SKIP and REPEAT functions REPEAT Caring for the Cassette Player continuously replays the current use silent periods on the tape to find Damaged cassettes can jam inside song or passage. Press the RPT the end of a song or passage.
Page 151: Audio System
Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System With Navigation System AM/FM/CD Changer Audio System UPPER Your Acura’s audio system provides DISPLAY clear reception on both AM and FM bands, while the preset icons in the audio display allow you to easily select your favorite stations.
Page 152: Operating The Radio
Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System Operating the Radio TUNE Use the TUNE knob to SCAN The SCAN function The ignition switch must be in tune the radio to a desired frequency. samples all the stations with strong ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) to Turn the knob to the right to tune to signals on the selected band.
Page 153 Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System You can store the Repeat steps 2 to 4 to store a total If you are Preset AUTO SELECT frequencies of your favorite radio of six stations on AM and twelve traveling far from home and can no stations in the six preset icons.
Page 154 Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System If you are in a remote area, Auto A. SEL INDICATOR Select may not find six strong AM stations or twelve strong FM stations. If this happens, you will not see a station number on the corresponding UPPER DISPLAY preset icon.
Page 155: Adjusting The Sound
Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System Adjusting the Sound Bass, Treble, Balance, and Fader are each adjustable. To adjust them, enter the sound grid by touching the SOUND icon on the display or FADER ADJUST pressing the TUNE/SOUND knob. ICONS Treble/Bass To adjust the bass...
Page 156: Digital Clock
Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System To adjust the balance, touch the left If you want to adjust the sound while Digital Clock or right icon on the sound grid. the radio/CD is playing, push the The upper display shows the time When you touch an icon, the yellow AUDIO DISPLAY button, then touch when the ignition switch is in the...
Page 157: Radio Frequencies
Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System Radio Frequencies Radio Reception Your Acura’s radio can receive the How well your Acura’s radio receives complete AM and FM bands. stations is dependent on many Those bands cover these frequen- factors, such as the distance from cies: the station’s transmitter, nearby large objects, and atmospheric...
Page 158 Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System As required by the FCC: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. Radio signals, especially on the FM Radio reception can be affected by band, are deflected by large objects atmospheric conditions such as such as buildings and hills.
Page 159: Operating The Cd Changer
Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System Operating the CD Changer Your Acura’s audio system has an in- dash CD changer that holds up to six discs, providing several hours of UPPER continuous entertainment. You DISPLAY operate this CD changer with the same controls used for the radio.
Page 160 Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System Repeat this until all six positions To load a single CD: Loading CDs in the Changer To load multiple CDs in one are loaded. The system will then operation: begin playing the last CD loaded. Press and release the LOAD button.
Page 161 Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System If you press the LOAD button while a CD is playing, the system will stop DISC NUMBER playing that CD and start the loading sequence. It will then play the CD just loaded. You can also load a CD into an empty position while a CD is playing by touching the appropriate disc icon.
Page 162 Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System To move rapidly within a track, press Track Scan Operation Select the CD changer by pressing and hold ‘‘ ’’ or ‘‘ ’’ on the SKIP When you touch the TRACK SCAN the CD/AUX button. You will see bar.
Page 163 Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System Disc Scan Track Repeat Random Play When you touch the DISC SCAN When you touch the TRACK RPT When you touch the RANDOM icon icon on the audio display, the first icon on the audio display, the system on the audio display, the system track of the current CD plays for continuously replays the current...
Page 164 Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System To take the system out of CD mode, press the AM/FM button. Each time you press the AM/FM button, the system changes to the next mode (AM, FM1, or FM2). When you return to CD mode by pressing the CD button, play will continue at the same point that it left off.
Page 165 Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System Removing CDs from the Changer To remove the disc that is currently playing, press the eject button. You will see ‘‘EJEC’’ in the upper display. When you remove the disc from the slot, the system automatically begins the load sequence so you can load another CD in that position.
Page 166 Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System If you press the eject button while listening to the radio, or with the audio system turned off, the disc that was last selected is ejected. After that disc is ejected, pressing the eject button again will eject the next disc in numerical order.
Page 167: Cd Changer Error Indications
Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System CD Changer Error Indications Indication Cause Solution If you see an error indication in the upper display while operating the CD changer, find the cause in the chart Press the CD eject button and pull out the CDs. to the right.
Page 168: Protecting Compact Discs
Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System Protecting Compact Discs Handle a CD by its edges; never When a CD is not being played, store A new CD may be rough on the touch either surface. Do not place it in its case to protect it from dust inner and outer edges.
Page 169: Operating The Cassette
Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System Operating the Cassette Player (Optional) RPT INDICATOR TAPE DIRECTION INDICATOR The cassette system features Dolby noise reduction, automatic sensing of chromium-dioxide (CrO ) tape, and auto-reverse for continuous play. To operate the cassette player, the ignition switch must be in ACCESSORY(I) or ON(II).
Page 170 Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System The tape direction indicator on the Dolby noise reduction turns on when If you turn the system off while a upper display will light to show you you insert a cassette. If the tape was tape is playing, either with the PWR/ which side of the cassette is playing.
Page 171: Tape Search Functions
Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System Fast Forward and Re- The Skip function allows Tape Search Functions FF/REW SKIP With a cassette playing, you can use wind move the tape rapidly. To re- you to find the beginning of a song the FF, REW, SKIP, or REPEAT wind the tape, push ‘‘...
Page 172 Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System REPEAT The Repeat function The Skip and Repeat functions use continuously replays the current silent periods on the tape to find the song or passage. Press the AUDIO end of a song or passage. These DISPLAY button to change to the features may not work to your audio display, then touch the RPT...
Page 173: Caring For The Cassette Player
Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System Caring for the Cassette Player Look at the cassette before you On Audio Systems without Navigation The cassette player picks up dirt and insert it. If the tape is loose, tighten System oxides from tapes. This contami- it by turning a hub with a pencil or If you see the error indication nation builds up over time and...
Page 174: Remote Audio Controls
Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System The VOL button adjusts the volume If you are playing a CD, the system Remote Audio Controls up ( ) or down ( ). Press the top skips to the beginning of the next MODE BUTTON or bottom of the button and hold it track each time you press the top...
Page 175: Theft Protection
Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System If your car’s battery is disconnected When all the digits in the code are Theft Protection Your car’s audio system will disable or goes dead, or the radio fuse is entered correctly, the radio will start itself if it is disconnected from removed, the audio system will playing.
Page 176: 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 your car and valuables from theft. open the trunk with the remote The horn sounds and a combination transmitter without triggering the of headlights, parking lights, side alarm.
Page 177: 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 178 Main Menu Table of Contents Cruise Control You can decrease the set cruising Even with the cruise control turned Changing the Set Speed You can increase the set cruising speed in any of these ways: on, you can still use the accelerator speed in any of these ways: pedal to speed up for passing.
Page 179 Main Menu Table of Contents Cruise Control When you push the CANCEL button, Pressing the Cruise Control Master Cancelling the Cruise Control or tap the brake or clutch pedal, the button turns the system completely CRUISE CONTROL MASTER BUTTON CRUISE CONTROL light on the off and erases the previous cruising instrument panel will go out and the speed from memory.
Page 180: Homelink Wireless Control System
Main Menu Table of Contents HomeLink Wireless Control System The HomeLink Wireless Control Important Safety Precautions HomeLink stores the code in a System built into your car can be Always refer to the operating permanent memory. There should programmed to operate remotely- instructions and safety information be no need to retrain HomeLink if controlled devices around your home,...
Page 181 Main Menu Table of Contents HomeLink Wireless Control System If you just took Training HomeLink Before you begin Before you can use HomeLink to delivery of your car and have not operate devices around your home, it trained any of the buttons in must ‘‘learn’’...
Page 182 Main Menu Table of Contents HomeLink Wireless Control System If the button does not work, repeat Training With a Rolling Code Canadian Owners: The remote control you are training this procedure to train it again. If it System may stop transmitting after two still does not work, you may have a For security purposes, newer garage seconds.
Page 183 Main Menu Table of Contents HomeLink Wireless Control System It may be helpful to have someone Press and hold the button on TRAINING BUTTON assist you with this procedure. HomeLink for 3 4 seconds. (The same button you trained with Make sure you have properly the ‘‘Training HomeLink’’...
Page 184 Main Menu Table of Contents HomeLink Wireless Control System Release both buttons. HomeLink Retraining a Button As required by the FCC: To train an already programmed should now be trained to operate This device complies with Part 15 of the HomeLink button to operate a new the device.
Page 185 Main Menu...
Page 186: Before Driving
Main Menu Before Driving Before you begin driving your Acura, Break-in Period ......you should know what gasoline to Gasoline ......... use, and how to check the levels of Service Station Procedures ..important fluids. You also need to Filling the Fuel Tank ....
Page 187 Main Menu Table of Contents Break-in Period, Gasoline, Service Station Procedures Break-in Period Gasoline Filling the Fuel Tank Help assure your car’s future Your Acura is designed to operate on reliability and performance by paying premium unleaded gasoline with a extra attention to how you drive pump octane number of 91 or higher.
Page 188 Main Menu Table of Contents Service Station Procedures Remove the fuel fill cap slowly. Screw the fuel fill cap back on, You may hear a hissing sound as tighten it until it clicks at least pressure inside the tank escapes. three times.
Page 189 Main Menu Table of Contents Service Station Procedures If you can open the hood without Opening the Hood lifting the hood latch handle, or the LATCH HOOD RELEASE HANDLE hood latch handle moves stiffly or does not spring back as before, the mechanism should be cleaned and lubricated (see page Shift to Park or Neutral and set...
Page 190 Main Menu Table of Contents Service Station Procedures To close the hood, lift it up slightly to Oil Check remove the support rod from the SUPPORT ROD 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 191 Main Menu Table of Contents Service Station Procedures UPPER MARK LOWER MARK Wipe the dipstick with a clean Insert it all the way back in its tube. Remove the dipstick again and cloth or paper towel. check the level. It should be between the upper and lower marks.
Page 192 Main Menu Table of Contents Service Station Procedures Refer to Owner Maintenance Engine Coolant Check Checks on page for information RESERVE TANK on checking other items in your Acura. Look at the coolant level in the radiator reserve tank. Make sure it is between the MAX and MIN lines.
Page 193: Fuel Economy
Main Menu Table of Contents Fuel Economy The condition of your car and your A cold engine uses more fuel than a Driving Habits driving habits are the two most You can improve fuel economy by warm engine. It is not necessary to important things that affect the fuel driving moderately.
Page 194: Accessories And Modifications
Main Menu Table of Contents Accessories and Modifications Modifying your car, or installing of your car, or even cause the some non-Acura accessories, can airbags to deploy. make your car unsafe. Before you Improper accessories or make any modifications or add any modifications can affect your Before installing any accessory: accessories, be sure to read the...
Page 195 Main Menu Table of Contents Accessories and Modifications Modifications Larger or smaller wheels and tires On models equipped with side airbags or Removing parts from your vehicle, can interfere with the operation of side curtain airbags or replacing components with non- your vehicle’s anti-lock brakes and Do not attach hard objects on or Acura (aftermarket) components...
Page 196: Carrying Cargo
Main Menu Table of Contents Carrying Cargo Your car has several convenient CONSOLE COMPARTMENT FRONT DOOR POCKET storage areas so you can stow cargo safely. CENTER POCKET The glove box, and the pockets in the doors and seat-backs, are designed for small, lightweight items. The trunk is intended for larger, heavier items.
Page 197 Main Menu Table of Contents Carrying Cargo Load Limit Subtract the combined weight of The maximum load limit for your the driver and passengers from vehicle is 850 lbs (395 kg). This 850 lbs (395 kg). Overloading or improper figure includes the total weight of all loading can affect handling and occupants, cargo, accessories, and The resulting figure equals the...
Page 198 Main Menu Table of Contents Carrying Cargo Carrying Items in the Passenger Carrying Cargo in the Trunk or on Trunk Hooks Compartment a Roof Top Carrier Store or secure all items that could Distribute cargo evenly on the be thrown around and hurt floor of the trunk, placing the someone during a crash.
Page 199 Main Menu...
Page 200 Main Menu Driving This section gives you tips on Preparing to Drive ......starting the engine under various Starting the Engine ....... conditions, and how to operate the Starting in Cold Weather manual and automatic transmissions. at High Altitude ....It also includes important informa- 6-speed Manual Transmission ..
Page 201: Preparing To Drive
Main Menu Table of Contents Preparing to Drive You should do the following checks Check the adjustment of the seat Turn the ignition switch ON (II). and adjustments every day before (see page Check the indicator lights in the you drive your car. instrument panel.
Page 202: Starting The Engine
Main Menu Table of Contents Starting the Engine Apply the parking brake. Without touching the accelerator If the engine still does not start, pedal, turn the ignition key to the press the accelerator pedal all the In cold weather, turn off all START (III) position.
Page 203: Starting In Cold Weather
Main Menu Table of Contents Starting the Engine Starting in Cold Weather at High Turn off all electrical accessories Altitude (Above 8,000 feet/ to reduce the drain on the battery. 2,400 meters) An engine is harder to start in cold Push the accelerator pedal half- weather.
Page 204: 6-Speed Manual Transmission
Main Menu Table of Contents 6-speed 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 car moving. Push can cause loss of control on down the clutch pedal, and pause for slippery surfaces.
Page 205: Recommended Shift Points
Main Menu Table of Contents 6-speed 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.
Page 206: Reverse Lockout
Main Menu Table of Contents 6-speed Manual Transmission Reverse Lockout If you are still unable to shift to The 6-speed manual transmission Reverse, apply the parking brake has an electric lockout so you cannot and turn the ignition key to accidentally shift from Fifth to ACCESSORY (I) or LOCK (0).
Page 207: Automatic Transmission
Main Menu Table of Contents Automatic Transmission Your Acura’s transmission has five Shift Lever Position Indicator Shift Lever Positions forward speeds, and is electronically controlled for smoother shifting. It SHIFT LEVER also has a ‘‘lock-up’’ torque converter for better fuel economy. You may feel what seems like another shift when the converter locks.
Page 208 Main Menu Table of Contents Automatic Transmission If you have done all of the above and To shift from: Do this: P to R Press the brake pedal, then still cannot move the lever out of Park, see Shift Lock Release on page move the shift lever.
Page 209 Main Menu Table of Contents Automatic Transmission Reverse (R) To shift to Reverse Neutral (N) Use Neutral if you Drive (D ) This position is simi- from Park, see the explanation under need to restart a stalled engine, or if lar to D, except only the first three Park.
Page 210 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 211 Main Menu Table of Contents Automatic Transmission The transmission may automatically Downshifting gives you more power If the car speed slows to below the downshift from the higher gear to a when climbing, and provides engine redline of the selected lower gear lower gear under the following braking when going down a steep hill.
Page 212: Engine Speed Limiter
Main Menu Table of Contents Automatic Transmission Starting in Second Gear Engine Speed Limiter To shift form 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 213: Shift Lock Release
Main Menu Table of Contents Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Release This allows you to move the shift lever out of Park if the normal method of pushing on the brake pedal does not work. This procedure is also used to release the Reverse Lockout.
Page 214: Parking
Main Menu Table of Contents Parking Always use the parking brake when If the car is facing uphill, turn the Parking Tips you park your car. The indicator on front wheels away from the curb. If Make sure the moonroof and the the instrument panel shows that the you have a manual transmission, put windows are closed.
Page 215: The Braking System
Main Menu Table of Contents The Braking System Your Acura is equipped with disc Constant application of the brakes Brake Wear Indicators brakes at all four wheels. A power when going down a long hill builds All four brakes have audible brake assist helps reduce the effort needed up heat and reduces their effective- wear indicators.
Page 216: Brake System Design
Main Menu Table of Contents The Braking System Brake System Design Anti-lock Brakes You should never pump the The hydraulic system that operates Your car has an Anti-lock Brake brake pedal; this defeats the the brakes has two separate circuits. System (ABS) as standard purpose of the ABS.
Page 217: Important Safety Reminders
Main Menu Table of Contents The Braking System A car with ABS may require a Important Safety Reminders ABS Indicator ABS does not reduce the time or longer distance to stop on loose or distance it takes to stop the car; uneven surfaces, such as gravel or only helps with steering control snow, than a car without anti-lock.
Page 218 Main Menu Table of Contents The Braking System If the ABS indicator and the brake system indicator come on together, and the parking brake is fully released, the front-to-rear braking distribution system may also shut down. Test your brakes as instructed on page .
Page 219: Vehicle Stability Assist System
Main Menu Table of Contents Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA) System The Vehicle Stability Assist system The VSA system cannot enhance the VSA Activation Indicator helps to stabilize the car during car’s driving stability in all situations cornering if the car turns more or and does not control your car’s entire less than desired.
Page 220 Main Menu Table of Contents Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA) System If the VSA indicator comes on while VSA Off Switch VSA System Indicator driving, pull to the side of the road VSA SYSTEM INDICATOR when it is safe and turn off the VSA OFF SWITCH engine.
Page 221 Main Menu Table of Contents Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA) System VSA is turned on every time you VSA and Tire Sizes start the engine, even if you turned it Driving with varying tire or wheel off the last time you drove the car. sizes may cause the VSA to malfunction.
Page 222: Driving In Bad Weather
Main Menu Table of Contents Driving in Bad Weather Driving Technique Always drive Exercise extra caution when driving slower than you would in dry in rain after a long dry spell. After weather. It takes your car longer to months of dry weather, the first react, even in conditions that may rains bring oil to the surface of the seem just barely damp.
Page 223 Main Menu Table of Contents Driving in Bad Weather Being able to see Check your tires Visibility Traction clearly in all directions and being frequently for wear and proper visible to other drivers are important pressure. Both are important in in all weather conditions.
Page 224: Towing A Trailer
Main Menu Table of Contents Towing a Trailer Your Acura has been designed Load Limits primarily to carry passengers and their cargo. You can 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 225 Main Menu Table of Contents Towing a Trailer To achieve a proper tongue load, Gross Axle Weight Rating start by loading 60 percent of the (GAWR): load toward the front of the trailer The total weight of the car, all Exceeding load limits or and 40 percent toward the rear, then occupants, all cargo, and the...
Page 226 Main Menu Table of Contents Towing a Trailer Checking Loads Towing Equipment and trailer to turn corners easily, but do The best way to confirm that car and Accessories not let the chains drag on the ground. trailer weights are within limits is to Towing can require a variety of have them checked at a public scale.
Page 227 Main Menu Table of Contents Towing a Trailer Since lighting and wiring vary in Refer to the following table for the Trailer Lights All states and Canadian provinces trailer type and brand, you should wiring color code. require some type of trailer lights. also have a qualified mechanic install Check requirements for the areas a suitable connector between the car...
Page 228 Main Menu Table of Contents Towing a Trailer Pre-Tow Checklist Your car tires and spare are Additional Trailer Equipment Many states and Canadian provinces When preparing to tow, and before properly inflated (see page require special outside mirrors when driving away, be sure to check the and the trailer tires and spare are towing a trailer.
Page 229 Main Menu Table of Contents Towing a Trailer Driving Safely With a Trailer If the automatic transmission fluid Towing Speeds and Gears The added weight, length, and Drive slower than normal in all temperature increases and exceeds height of a trailer will affect your car’s driving situations, and obey posted the specified limit, the transmission handling and performance, so...
Page 230 Main Menu Table of Contents Towing a Trailer If you must stop when facing uphill, Making Turns and Braking Backing Up Make turns more slowly and wider use the foot brake or parking brake. Always drive slowly and have than normal. The trailer tracks a Do not try to hold the car in place by someone guide you when backing up.
Page 231 Main Menu...
Page 232 Main Menu Maintenance This section explains why it is Maintenance Safety ...... Hood Latch ........important to keep your car well Important Safety Precautions . Spark Plugs ........maintained and how to follow basic Maintenance Schedule ....Replacement ......maintenance safety precautions. Required Maintenance Record .
Page 233: Maintenance Safety
Main Menu Table of Contents Maintenance Safety Regularly maintaining your car is the This section includes instructions for Some of the most important safety best way to protect your investment. simple maintenance tasks, such as precautions are given here. However, Proper maintenance is essential to checking and adding oil.
Page 234: Important Safety Precautions
Main Menu Table of Contents Maintenance Safety Important Safety Precautions Read the instructions before you Before you begin any maintenance, begin, and make sure you have the make sure your car is parked on tools and skills required. level ground and that the parking brake is set.
Page 235: Maintenance Schedule
Main Menu Table of Contents Maintenance Schedule The Maintenance Schedule specifies The services and time or distance Which Schedule to Follow: how often you should have your car intervals shown in the maintenance Service your car according to the serviced and what things need schedule assume you will use your time and mileage periods on one of attention.
Page 236 Main Menu Table of Contents Maintenance Schedule Trailer towing, driving with a roof Your authorized Acura dealer knows U.S. Cars: rack, or driving in mountainous your car best and can provide Maintenance, replacement, or conditions. competent, efficient service. repair of emissions control However, service at a dealer is not devices and systems may be done Driving on muddy, dusty, or...
Page 237 Main Menu Table of Contents Service at the indicated distance miles x 1,000 or time whichever comes first. km x 1,000 months Replace engine oil Every 10,000 miles (16,000 km) or 1 year Replace engine oil filter Check engine oil and coolant Check oil and coolant at each fuel stop Replace air cleaner element Every 30,000 miles (48,000 km)
Page 238 Main Menu Table of Contents Service at the indicated distance or time, whichever comes first. Do the items in A, B, C, D, E as required for each distance/time. U.S. Owners Refer to page to determine which schedule to use. Canadian Owners Use the Maintenance Schedule for Severe Conditions.
Page 239 Main Menu Table of Contents Service at the indicated distance miles x 1,000 or time whichever comes first. km x 1,000 months Replace engine oil Every 5,000 miles (8,000 km) or 6 months Replace engine oil filter Every 10,000 miles (16,000 km) or 1 year Check engine oil and coolant Check oil and coolant at each fuel stop Replace air cleaner element...
Page 240 Main Menu Table of Contents Service at the indicated distance or time, whichever comes first. Do the items in A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H as required for each distance/time interval. U.S. Owners Refer to page to determine which schedule to use. Canadian Owners Use the Maintenance Schedule for Severe Conditions.
Page 241 Main Menu Table of Contents 120,000 mi/192,000 km/7 yrs, Replace automatic transmission fluid. NOTE: then replace every 30,000 mi/ Check engine oil and coolant at each fuel stop. 48,000 km/2 yrs Check and adjust valve clearance, cold engine, only if noisy. 120,000 mi/192,000 km/10 yrs, Replace engine coolant.
Page 242: Required Maintenance Record
Main Menu Table of Contents Required 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 (page ) or severe conditions (page ). Keep the receipts for all work done on your car. 5,000 mi Signature or dealer stamp 35,000 mi...
Page 243 Main Menu Table of Contents Required Maintenance Record (for Normal and Severe Schedules) 65,000 mi Signature or dealer stamp 95,000 mi Signature or dealer stamp mi/km mi/km 104,000 km 152,000 km Date Date 70,000 mi 100,000 mi mi/km mi/km 112,000 km 160,000 km (or 5 years) Date...
Page 244 Main Menu Table of Contents Required Maintenance Record (for Normal and Severe Schedules) 125,000 mi Signature or dealer stamp 155,000 mi Signature or dealer stamp mi/km mi/km 200,000 km 248,000 km Date Date 130,000 mi 160,000 mi mi/km mi/km 208,000 km 256,000 km (or 8 years) Date...
Page 245: Owner Maintenance Checks
Main Menu Table of Contents Owner Maintenance Checks You should check the following Engine oil level Check every Tires Check the tire pressure items at the specified intervals. If time you fill the fuel tank. See monthly. Examine the tread for you are unsure of how to perform page wear and foreign objects.
Page 246: 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 247: Engine Oil
Honda Motor Oil is the preferred 5W-30 lubricant for your vehicle. It is highly recommended that you use Honda Motor Oil in your vehicle for To add oil, unscrew and remove the optimum engine protection. engine oil fill cap on top of the valve cover.
Page 248: Synthetic Oil
Main Menu Table of Contents Engine Oil Make sure the API Certification Seal The oil’s viscosity or weight is Synthetic Oil says ‘‘For Gasoline Engines.’’ provided on the container’s label. You may use a synthetic motor oil if Select the oil for your car according it meets the same requirements to this chart.
Page 249: Additives
Main Menu Table of Contents Engine Oil Run the engine until it reaches Additives Changing the Oil and Filter Your Acura does not require any oil Always change the oil and filter normal operating temperature, additives. Additives may adversely according to the time and distance then shut it off.
Page 250 Main Menu Table of Contents Engine Oil OIL FILTER OIL DRAIN BOLT BOLT WASHER COVER Open the hood and remove the Remove the oil drain bolt and Remove the oil filter and let the engine oil fill cap. washer from the bottom of the remaining oil drain.
Page 251 Main Menu Table of Contents Engine Oil Put a new washer on the drain bolt, Let the engine run for several then reinstall the drain bolt. minutes, then check the drain bolt Tighten it to: and oil filter for leaks. Improper disposal of engine oil can be 33 lbf·ft (45 N·m , 4.6 kgf·m) harmf ul to the environment.
Page 252: Cooling System
Main Menu Table of Contents Cooling System Adding Engine Coolant Always use Honda All Season Antifreeze/Coolant Type 2. This coolant is pre-mixed with 50 percent Removing the radiator cap antifreeze and 50 percent water. It while the engine is hot can...
Page 253 Main Menu Table of Contents Cooling System Put the radiator cap back on. Tighten it fully. RADIATOR CAP Pour coolant into the reserve tank. Fill it to halfway between the MAX and MIN marks. Put the cap back on the reserve tank. Do not add any rust inhibitors or other additives to your car’s cooling system.
Page 254: Replacing Engine Coolant
Turn the ignition to ON (II). Make the maintenance schedule. Only use sure the DUAL indicator is off. Set Honda All Season Antifreeze/ the temperature of the climate Coolant Type 2. control system to its upper limit ‘‘Hi’’.
Page 255 Main Menu Table of Contents Cooling System When the coolant stops draining, RESERVE TANK tighten the drain plug at the bottom of the radiator. DRAIN PLUG MOUNTING BOLTS HOLDER Loosen the drain plug on the Remove the two reserve tank bottom of the radiator.
Page 256 Fill the radiator with coolant up to the base of the filler neck. RESERVE TANK Fill up to here Pour Honda All Season Fill the reserve tank to the MAX Antifreeze/Coolant Type 2 into mark. Install the reserve tank cap.
Page 257 Main Menu Table of Contents Cooling System Remove the radiator cap. Pour coolant into the radiator up to the base of the filler neck and into the reserve tank up to the MAX mark. Start the engine and hold it at 1,500 rpm until the cooling fan comes on.
Page 258: Windshield Washers
Main Menu Table of Contents Windshield Washers Check the level in the windshield LEVEL GAUGE washer reservoir at least monthly during normal usage. In bad weather, Do not use engine antif reeze or a when you use the washers often, vinegar/water solution in the check the level every time you stop windshield washer reservoir.
Page 259: Transmission Fluid
Remove the dipstick (yellow loop) the way. replacement. However, continued from the transmission, and wipe it use can affect shift quality. Have with a clean cloth. the transmission flushed and refilled with Honda ATF-Z1 as soon as it is convenient. Maintenance...
Page 260: 6-Speed Manual Transmission
To thoroughly flush the transmission, 6-speed Manual Transmission the technician should drain and refill CHECK BOLT it with Honda ATF-Z1, then drive the BOLT vehicle a short distance. Do this three times. Then drain and refill the transmission a final time.
Page 261 Clean up any spills immediately. Spilled fluid could damage components in the engine compartment. 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’’ as a temporary replacement.
Page 262: Brake And Clutch Fluid
Brake fluid reservoir (all models) replacement. However, the use of Clutch fluid reservoir any non-Honda brake fluid can cause (manual transmission only) corrosion and decrease the life of the system. Have the brake system The brake fluid should be replaced...
Page 263: Clutch System
Have the power steering system flushed and refilled with 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...
Page 264: Air Cleaner Element
Main Menu Table of Contents Air Cleaner Element The air cleaner element should be BOLTS replaced according to the distance recommendation in the maintenance schedule. Replacement The air cleaner element is inside the air cleaner housing on the driver’s side of the engine compartment. To replace it: AIR CLEANER ELEMENT BOLTS...
Page 265: Hood Latch
Main Menu Table of Contents Hood Latch, Spark Plugs Hood Latch Spark Plugs Replacement The spark plugs in your car are a PIVOTS BOLTS special iridium-tipped design for longer life. The spark plugs should be replaced according to the distance NUTS recommendation in the maintenance schedule.
Page 266 Main Menu Table of Contents Spark Plugs CONNECTOR BOLT IGNITION COIL LOCK TAB Clean up any dirt and oil that have Remove the ignition coil. Torque the spark plug. (If you do collected around the ignition coils. not have a torque wrench, tighten Remove the spark plug with the spark plug two-thirds of a turn Use a wrench to remove the bolt...
Page 267: Specifications
Main Menu Table of Contents Spark Plugs Install the ignition coil into the Specifications: hole. NGK: IZFR6K-11 DENSO: Tighten the spark plugs caref ully. A SKJ20DR-M11 Connect the wire connector to the spark plug that is too loose can ignition coil. Make sure it locks in overheat and damage the engine.
Page 268: Battery
Main Menu Table of Contents Battery Check the condition of your car’s Check the battery terminals for TEST INDICATOR WINDOW battery monthly. You should check corrosion (a white or yellowish the color of the test indicator window, powder). To remove it, cover the and for corrosion on the terminals.
Page 269 Main Menu Table of Contents Battery If you need to connect the battery to a charger, disconnect both cables to prevent damage to the car’s Charging the battery with the cables electrical system. connected can seriously damage your car’s electronic controls. Detach the battery cables bef ore connecting the battery to a charger.
Page 270: 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 271 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 272: Air Conditioning System
Main Menu Table of Contents Air Conditioning System Your car’s air conditioning is a sealed If the air conditioning does not get as AIR CONDITIONING CONDENSER system. Any major maintenance, cold as before, have your dealer such as recharging, should be done check the system.
Page 273: Dust And Pollen Filter
Main Menu Table of Contents Dust and Pollen Filter The dust and pollen filter removes Push the stop on the right side of Replacement pollen and dust that is brought in the glove box to detach it from the from the outside through the heating glove box.
Page 274 Main Menu Table of Contents Dust and Pollen Filter Install the case. Make sure both tabs ‘‘click’’ into place. Install the glove box stop and side tabs, then reinstall the contents, and close the glove box. If you are not sure how to replace the dust and pollen filter, have it replaced by your Acura dealer.
Page 275: Drive Belt
Main Menu Table of Contents Drive Belt If the pointer is out of this range or POINTER you see signs of wear, have the drive belt replaced by your Acura dealer as soon as possible. Proper Range Check the condition of the drive belt. Examine the edges of the belt for cracks or fraying.
Page 276: Tires
Main Menu Table of Contents Tires To safely operate your car, your tires Inflation Use a gauge to measure the air must be the proper type and size, in Keeping the tires properly inflated pressure at least once a month. Even good condition with adequate tread, provides the best combination of tires that are in good condition may...
Page 277 Main Menu Table of Contents Tires If you check the pressure when the For convenience, the recommended Recommended Tire Pressures for tires are hot [the car has been driven tire sizes and cold air pressures are Normal Driving several miles (kilometers)], you will The following chart shows the on a label on the driver’s doorjamb.
Page 278: Inspection
Main Menu Table of Contents Tires Inspection 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. If you find a tire is worn unevenly, have your dealer You should look for: check the wheel alignment.
Page 279: Tire Rotation
Main Menu Table of Contents Tires Make sure the installer balances the they should be rotated only front-to- Tire Rotation wheels when you have new tires back. Front Front installed. This increases riding comfort and tire life. Your car’s Replacing Tires and Wheels original tires were dynamic or ‘‘spin’’...
Page 280: Wheels And Tires
Main Menu Table of Contents Tires The ABS works by comparing the Wheels and Tires speed of the wheels. When replacing Wheel: tires, use the same size originally Installing improper tires on your 17 x 7 JJ car can affect handling and supplied with the car.
Page 281: Winter Driving
Main Menu Table of Contents Tires Winter Driving Snow Tires Tire Chains Tires that are marked ‘‘M S’’ or If you mount snow tires on your Mount snow chains on your tires ‘‘All Season’’ on the sidewall have an Acura, make sure they are radial when required by driving conditions all-weather tread design.
Page 282 Main Menu Table of Contents Tires These chains are the only ones that If you ever hear the chains have been approved by Acura for use contacting the body or chassis, stop on your car. Since Acura cannot test and investigate. If the chains have Using the wrong chains, or not all chains, you must be personally properly installing chains, can...
Page 283: Lights
Main Menu Table of Contents Lights Check the operation of your car’s exterior lights at least once a month. FRONT TURN SIGNAL HIGH BEAM HEADLIGHT A burned out bulb can create an unsafe condition by reducing your car’s visibility and the ability to signal your intentions to other drivers.
Page 284 Main Menu Table of Contents Lights Check the following: TURN SIGNAL LIGHT TAILLIGHT HIGH-MOUNT BRAKE LIGHT Headlights (low and high beam) Parking lights Taillights Brake lights High-mount brake light Turn signals Back-up lights Hazard light function License plate light Side marker lights Daytime running lights (Canadian models) If you find any bulbs are burned out,...
Page 285: Replacing Bulbs
Main Menu Table of Contents Lights Headlight Aiming Low Beam Headlight Bulb Replacing a High Beam Headlight The headlights were properly aimed Replacement Bulb when your car was new. If you The low beam headlight bulbs are a Halogen bulbs are used for the high regularly carry heavy items in the type of high voltage discharge tube.
Page 286 Main Menu Table of Contents Lights Unclip the end of the hold-down FASTENER BULB 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 287 Main Menu Table of Contents Lights Push the electrical connector onto Replacing a Front Turn Signal Pull the bulb straight out of its the new bulb. Make sure it is Light Bulb socket. connected securely. Push the new bulb straight into the socket until it bottoms.
Page 288 Main Menu Table of Contents Lights Replacing a Front Parking Light HOLDING CLIPS Bulb If you are changing 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.
Page 289 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 parking lights to make sure the new bulb works. Put the inner fender cover in place. Install the holding clips.
Page 290 Main Menu Table of Contents Lights Reinstall the socket into the light Replacing Rear Bulbs assembly by turning it clockwise (in Trunk Lid) until it locks. Turn on the lights to make sure the new bulb is working. Install the light assembly cover. Make sure it snaps into place.
Page 291 Main Menu Table of Contents Lights Remove the socket by turning it Reinstall the trunk lid trim. Make Side Turn Signal Light one-quarter turn counterclockwise. sure it is installed under the edge Each outside mirror has side turn of the trunk lid seal. signal lights.
Page 292 Main Menu Table of Contents Lights Replacing a High-mount Brake Rear License Plate Bulb Light Bulb The license plate has two lights above it. The bulbs should be replaced by your Acura dealer. Open the trunk and remove the socket from the light assembly by turning it one-quarter turn counter- clockwise.
Page 293 Main Menu Table of Contents Lights Replacing Bulbs in the Interior CEILING LIGHT SPOTLIGHTS Lights The ceiling light, door lights and vanity mirror lights come apart the same way, but they do not use the same type of bulb. BULB Remove the lens by carefully prying on the edge of the lens with a fingernail file or a small flat-tip...
Page 294 Main Menu Table of Contents Lights DOOR COURTESY LIGHT VANITY MIRROR LIGHT BULB BULB Maintenance...
Page 295 Main Menu Table of Contents Lights Put the light assembly back into Replacing the Trunk Light Bulb the hole, left side first. Push on the right side until it snaps into place. Open the trunk. Pull the bulb straight out of the holder.
Page 296: Storing Your Car
Main Menu Table of Contents Storing Your Car If you need to park your car for an Block the rear wheels. Cover the car with a ‘‘breathable’’ extended period (more than one cover, one made from a porous month), there are several things you If the car is to be stored for a material such as cotton.
Page 297 Main Menu...
Page 298: Appearance Care
Main Menu Appearance Care Regular cleaning and polishing of Exterior Care ......... your Acura helps to keep it ‘‘new’’ Washing ........looking. This section gives you hints Waxing ........on how to clean your car and Aluminum Wheels ....preserve its appearance: the paint, Paint Touch-up ......
Page 299: Exterior Care
Main Menu Table of Contents Exterior Care Washing Rinse the car thoroughly with cool When you have washed and rinsed Frequent washing helps preserve water to remove loose dirt. the whole exterior, dry it with a your car’s beauty. Dirt and grit can chamois or soft towel.
Page 300: Waxing
Main Menu Table of Contents Exterior Care Waxing should use a polish on your Acura if Paint Touch-up Always wash and dry the whole car the finish does not have its original Your dealer has touch-up paint to before waxing it. You should wax shine after using a wax.
Page 301: Interior Care
Main Menu Table of Contents Interior Care If you replace it, use an Acura floor Carpeting Floor Mats Vacuum the carpeting frequently to mat that is designed to be used with remove dirt. Ground-in dirt will make the floor mat anchor in your car. the carpet wear out faster.
Page 302: Fabric
Main Menu Table of Contents Interior Care Fabric Leather Seat Belts Vacuum dirt and dust out of the Vacuum dirt and dust from the material frequently. For general leather frequently. Pay particular LOOP cleaning, use a solution of mild soap attention to the pleats and seams.
Page 303: Windows
Main Menu Table of Contents Interior Care Dirt build-up in the loops of the seat Windows Air Fresheners belt anchors can cause the belts to Clean the windows, inside and out, If you want to use an air freshener/ retract slowly. Wipe the insides of with a commercially-available glass deodorizer in the interior of your car, the loops with a clean cloth...
Page 304: Corrosion Protection
Main Menu Table of Contents Corrosion Protection Two factors normally contribute to Many corrosion-preventive measures Use a high-pressure spray to clean causing corrosion in your car: are built into your Acura. You can the underside of your car. This is help keep your car from corroding especially important in areas that Moisture trapped in body cavities.
Page 305: Body Repairs
Main Menu Table of Contents Body Repairs Body repairs can affect your car’s When reporting your collision to the resistance to corrosion. If your car insurance company, tell them you needs repairs after a collision, pay want Acura parts used in the repair. close attention to the parts used in Although most insurers recognize the repair and the quality of the...
Page 306: Taking Care Of The Unexpected
Main Menu Table of Contents Taking Care of the Unexpected This section covers the more- Compact Spare Tire ...... common problems that motorists Changing a Flat Tire ....experience with their cars. It gives If Your Engine Won’t Start ..you information about how to safely Nothing Happens or the evaluate the problem and what to do...
Page 307: Compact Spare Tire
Main Menu Table of Contents Compact Spare Tire Your car has a compact spare tire This tire gives a harsher ride and INDICATOR LOCATION MARK that takes up less space. Use this less traction on some road sur- spare tire as a temporary replace- faces than the regular tire.
Page 308: Changing A Flat Tire
Main Menu Table of Contents Changing a Flat Tire If you have a flat tire while driving, TRUNK FLOOR stop in a safe place to change it. Stopping in traffic or on the shoulder The car can easily roll off the of a busy road is dangerous.
Page 309 Main Menu Table of Contents Changing a Flat Tire Unscrew the wing bolt and take WHEEL NUTS the spare tire out of the trunk. TOOL TRAY Open the trunk. Raise the trunk Loosen the five wheel nuts 1/2 floor by lifting up on the back edge. turn with the wheel wrench.
Page 310 Main Menu Table of Contents Changing a Flat Tire EXTENSION WHEEL WRENCH JACKING POINT Locate the jacking point nearest Use the extension and wheel Remove the wheel nuts and flat the tire you need to change. Place wrench as shown to raise the car tire.
Page 311 Main Menu Table of Contents Changing a Flat Tire BRAKE HUB Before mounting the spare tire, Put on the spare tire. Put the Lower the car to the ground and wipe any dirt off the mounting wheel nuts back on finger-tight, remove the jack.
Page 312 Main Menu Table of Contents Changing a Flat Tire WING BOLT spare normal tire tire SPACER CONE Tighten the wheel nuts securely in Remove the center cap before Place the flat tire face down in the the same crisscross pattern. Have storing the flat tire in the trunk spare tire well.
Page 313 Main Menu Table of Contents Changing a Flat Tire, If Your Engine Won’t Start Store the tools and the jack in the If Your Engine Won’t Start Nothing Happens or the Starter tool tray, and place the tool tray Diagnosing why your engine won’t Motor Operates Very Slowly back in the trunk.
Page 314: If Your Engine Won't Start
Main Menu Table of Contents If Your Engine Won’t Start Turn the ignition switch to START The Starter Operates Normally Do you have fuel? Turn the (III). If the headlights do not dim, In this case, the starter motor’s ignition switch to ON (II) for a check the condition of the fuses.
Page 315: Jump Starting
Main Menu Table of Contents Jump Starting If your car’s battery has run down, To jump start your car, follow these you may be able to start the engine directions closely: by using a booster battery. Although A battery can explode if you do this seems like a simple procedure, not follow the correct procedure, Open the hood and check the...
Page 316 Main Menu Table of Contents Jump Starting Connect one jumper cable to the Connect the second jumper cable The numbers in the illustrations positive ( ) terminal on your to the negative ( ) terminal on show you the order to connect the Acura’s battery.
Page 317 Main Menu Table of Contents Jump Starting Start your car. If the starter motor still operates slowly, check the jumper cable connections to make sure they have good metal-to- metal contact. Once your car is running, discon- nect the negative cable from your car, then from the booster battery.
Page 318: If Your Engine Overheats
Main Menu Table of Contents If Your Engine Overheats The pointer of your car’s tempera- Your car can overheat for several Safely pull to the side of the road. ture gauge should stay in the mid- reasons, such as lack of coolant or a Put the transmission in Neutral or range under most conditions.
Page 319 Main Menu Table of Contents If Your Engine Overheats If the temperature gauge stays at reaches the middle of the tempera- Start the engine and set the the red mark, turn off the engine. ture gauge, or lower, before check- temperature control to its upper ing the radiator.
Page 320: Low Oil Pressure Indicator
Main Menu Table of Contents Low Oil Pressure Indicator Start the engine and watch the oil LOW OIL PRESSURE INDICATOR pressure indicator. If the light does not go out within ten seconds, Running the engine with low oil turn off the engine. There is a pressure can cause serious mechanical mechanical problem that needs to damage almost immediately.
Page 321: Charging System Indicator
Main Menu Table of Contents Charging System Indicator Immediately turn off all electrical By eliminating as much of the accessories: radio, climate control, electrical load as possible, you can rear defogger, cruise control, etc. drive several miles (kilometers) Try not to use other electrically- before the battery is too discharged operated controls such as the power to keep the engine running.
Page 322: Malfunction Indicator Lamp
Main Menu Table of Contents Malfunction Indicator Lamp If you have recently refueled your You should also have the dealer MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP car, the cause of this indicator inspect your car if this indicator coming on could be a loose or comes on repeatedly, even though it missing fuel fill cap.
Page 323 Main Menu Table of Contents Malfunction Indicator Lamp Readiness Codes If possible, do not take your car for a Your car has certain ‘‘readiness state emissions test until the codes’’ that are part of the on-board readiness codes are set. Refer to diagnostics for the emissions State Emissions Testing for more systems.
Page 324: Brake System Indicator
Main Menu Table of Contents Brake System Indicator If it comes on at any other time, it Slow down by shifting to a lower BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR indicates a problem with the car’s gear, and pull to the side of the road brake system.
Page 325: 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 326 Main Menu Table of Contents Fuses All the electrical circuits in your car INTERIOR UNDER-HOOD have fuses to protect them from a short circuit or overload. These fuses are located in two fuse boxes. NOTCH The interior fuse box is on the The under-hood fuse box is located driver’s lower left side.
Page 327 Main Menu Table of Contents Fuses Checking and Replacing Fuses BLOWN BLOWN If something electrical in your car stops working, the first thing you should check for is a blown fuse. Determine from the chart on pages , or the diagram on the fuse box lid, which fuse or fuses control that component.
Page 328 Main Menu Table of Contents Fuses If you replace the blown fuse with a FUSE PULLER BLOWN spare fuse that has a lower rating, it 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 329 Main Menu Table of Contents Fuses UNDER-HOOD FUSE/RELAY BOX 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 330 Main Menu Table of Contents Fuses INTERIOR FUSE BOX Amps. Circuits Protected Not Used (20 A) Driver’s Power Seat Sliding (20 A) Heated Seat (20 A) Driver’s Power Seat Reclining Not Used 15 A IG ACG 15 A IG Fuel Pump 7.5 A IG Washer 7.5 A...
Page 331: Emergency Towing
Main Menu Table of Contents Emergency Towing If your car needs to be towed, call a The tow Sling-type Equipment professional towing service or, if you truck uses metal cables with hooks belong to one, an organization that on the ends. These hooks go around Improper towing preparation will provides roadside assistance.
Page 332 Main Menu Table of Contents Emergency Towing If you decide to tow your car with all four wheels on the ground, make sure you use a properly-designed and Trying to lif t or tow your car by the attached tow bar. Prepare the car for bumpers will cause serious damage.
Page 333 Main Menu...
Page 334 Main Menu Technical Information The diagrams in this section give Identification Numbers ....Oxygenated Fuels ......you the dimensions and capacities of Specifications ........ Driving in Foreign Countries ..your Acura, and the locations of the DOT Tire Quality Grading Emissions Controls .......
Page 335: Identification Numbers
Main Menu Table of Contents Identification Numbers Your car has several identifying numbers located in various places. VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) is the 17-digit number your Acura dealer uses to register your car for warranty purposes. It is also necessary for licensing and insuring your car.
Page 336 Main Menu Table of Contents Identification Numbers The Engine Number is stamped into the engine block. It is on the front. AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION NUMBER ENGINE NUMBER The Transmission Number is on a label on top of the transmission. MANUAL TRANSMISSION NUMBER Technical Information...
Page 337: 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 338 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 339 Main Menu Table of Contents Specifications Tires Size Front/Rear P215/50R17 93V Spare T135/90D15 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 ) Technical Information...
Page 340: Dot Tire Quality Grading (U.s. Cars)
Main Menu Table of Contents DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Cars) The tires on your car meet all U.S. Treadwear Traction AA, A, B, C Federal Safety Requirements. All The treadwear grade is a compara- The traction grades, from highest to tires are also graded for treadwear, tive rating based on the wear rate of lowest, are AA, A, B, and C.
Page 341: Temperature
Main Menu Table of Contents DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Cars) 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 342: Tire Information
Main Menu Table of Contents Tire Information Rim diameter in inches. 2202 Date of manufacture. Tire Labeling The tires that came on your vehicle have a number of markings. Those Load index (a numerical code you should be aware of are described associated with the maximum below.
Page 343: Oxygenated Fuels
Main Menu Table of Contents Oxygenated Fuels Some conventional gasolines are The following are the U.S. EPA and If you notice any undesirable being blended with alcohol or an Canadian CGSB approved operating symptoms, try another ether compound. These gasolines percentages of oxygenates: service station or switch to another are collectively referred to as...
Page 344: Driving In Foreign Countries
Main Menu Table of Contents Driving in Foreign Countries If you are planning to take your Acura outside the U.S. or Canada, contact the tourist bureaus in the areas you will be traveling in to find out about the availability of unleaded gasoline with the proper octane rating.
Page 345: Emissions Controls
Main Menu Table of Contents Emissions Controls The burning of gasoline in your car’s Ventilation valve routes them from The Clean Air Act engine produces several byproducts. The United States Clean Air Act the crankcase back to the intake Some of these are carbon monoxide sets standards for automobile manifold.
Page 346: Exhaust Emissions Controls
Main Menu Table of Contents Emissions Controls Exhaust Emissions Controls Replacement Parts Ignition Timing Control System The exhaust emissions controls This system constantly adjusts the The emissions control systems are include three systems: PGM-FI, ignition timing, reducing the amount designed and certified to work to- Ignition Timing Control, and Three of HC, CO, and NOx produced.
Page 347: 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 car diagnosed and reactions to convert the exhaust repaired if it is misfiring, back- gasses without affecting the metals.
Page 348: State Emissions Testing
Main Menu Table of Contents State Emissions Testing Testing of Readiness Codes If the testing facility determines that Without touching the accelerator If you take your car 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 349 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 car coast for several seconds minutes.
Page 350: Warranty And Customer Relations
Main Menu Warranty and Customer Relations Customer Relations Information ........ Warranty Coverages ....Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Cars) ......... Authorized Manuals ..... Warranty and Customer Relations...
Page 351 Honda Canada Inc. Customer Relations Office. car to you 715 Milner Avenue Toronto, ON U.S. Owners: M1B 2K8 American Honda Motor Co., Inc. Acura Client Services Tel: 1-888-9-ACURA-9 Mail Stop 500-2N-7E 1919 Torrance Blvd. Fax: Toll-free 1-877-939-0909 Torrance, CA 90501-2746...
Page 352: Warranty Coverages
Main Menu Table of Contents Warranty Coverages a seat U.S. Owners Seat Belt Limited Warranty Replacement Battery Limited Your new Acura is covered by these belt that fails to function properly is provides prorated Warranty warranties: covered for the useful life of the car. coverage for a replacement battery purchased from an Acura dealer.
Page 353 However, NHTSA cannot become Transportation, Washington, to notifying Acura Automobile involved in individual problems D.C. 20590. You can also obtain Division, American Honda Motor Co., between you, your dealer, or Acura other information about motor Inc. Automobile Division, American vehicle safety from the Hotline.
Page 354: Authorized Manuals (U.s. Only)
Main Menu Table of Contents Authorized Manuals Purchasing Factory Authorized Manuals (U.S. only) Valid only for sales within the U.S. Canadian owners should contact their authorized Acura dealer. The publications shown below can be purchased from Helm Incorporated. You can order in any of three ways: ORDER TOLL FREE: 1-800-782-4356 Detach and mail the order form on the right half of this page Call Helm Inc.
Page 355: Authorized Manuals
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 356 Main Menu Index Automatic Speed Control ..... System Indicator ......Automatic Transmission ....Wear Indicators ......Accessories and Modifications . Capacity, Fluid ......Braking System ......Accessories ........ Checking Fluid Level ....Break-in, New Car ......Additional Safety Precautions . Shifting ........
Page 357 Main Menu Index Interior ........Leather ........Capacities Chart ......Seat Belts ........DANGER, Explanation of ....Carbon Monoxide Hazard ..... Vinyl ........... Dashboard ........Carrying Cargo ......Window ........Daytime Running Lights ....CAUTION, Explanation of ....ii Climate Control System ....
Page 358 Main Menu Index Dust and Pollen Filter ....Brake .......... Overheating ....... Specifications ......Clutch ......... Manual Transmission ....Speed Limiter ..... 202, Starting ........Power Steering ......Economy, Fuel ......Windshield Washer ....Engine Speed Limiter ... 202, Emergencies on the Road ....
Page 359 Main Menu Index Gas Station Procedures ....Heating and Cooling ..... Instrument Panel Brightness ..Gauges Heated Mirror ....... Interior Cleaning ......Engine Coolant Temperature . High Altitude, Starting at ..... Interior Lights ....... Fuel ..........HomeLink Wireless Control Introduction ........
Page 360 Main Menu Index LOCK (Ignition Key Position) ..Moonroof ........ON (Ignition Key Position) ... Locks Closing Manually ...... Operation in Foreign Countries . Anti-theft Steering Column ..Operation ........Outside Mirrors ......Fuel Fill Door ......Outside Temperature ..... Glove Box ........
Page 361 Main Menu Index Light Bulbs ........ Automatic Seat Belt Protecting Children ......Protecting Infants ....... Schedule ........Tensioners ....... Spark Plugs ........ Cleaning ........Protecting Larger Children ..Protecting Small Children ..Tires ........... Lap/Shoulder Belt ...... Wiper Blades ......Maintenance ........
Page 362 Main Menu Index Signaling Turns ....... Steam Coming from Engine ..Tire Information ......Snow Tires ........Steering Wheel Temperature Gauge ....... Solvent-type Cleaners ....Adjustment ........Tether Anchorage Points ....Sound System ......129, Anti-theft Column Lock ..... Three Way Catalytic Converter .
Page 363 Main Menu Index Transmission Utility Pocket ......... Washing ......... Checking Fluid Level, Waxing and Polishing ....Automatic ......Wheels Checking Fluid Level, Adjusting the Steering ....Manual ........Vanity Mirror ........ Alignment and Balance .... Fluid Selection ....256, Vehicle Capacity Load ....
Page 364: 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...

Honda 2004 TSX Owner's Manual

Quick Links

Chapters

Related Manuals for Honda 2004 TSX

Summary of Contents for Honda 2004 TSX